Bangladesh is to rename and reorganise the paramilitary force, Bangladesh Rifles, to give it a new look and reorientation apparently to wash away the stigma of the last week's bloody mutiny in which most of its officer cadre were killed by the men.

Bangladesh to rename and reorganise Bangladesh Rifles


A court on Friday issued a bailable warrant against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray in a case related to derogatory remarks made by him on people from Bihar.

Court issues warrant against Raj Thackeray


The government of Kazakhstan will take under its control realization of all signed memorandums of support to the Kazakhstan manufacturers.

Government to take under control realization of all signed memorandums


American Pie singer Don McLean and veteran Irish band the Dubliners are to be honoured for their lifetime achievements at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.


The National Lottery is celebrating 18 successful years of operation and this week it was shown that since the first draw, over 390,000 grants have been awarded by the group.

National Lottery celebrates 18 years of operation


Former Capital + Merchant directors Owen Tallentire, Robert Sutherland and Colin Ryan were sentenced by Justice Geoffrey Venning in the High Court at Auckland on Friday.


Carnival Splendor limped into San Diego today and Carnival Cruise Line steeled itself for the inevitable passenger horror stories of where an ``at sea'' day turned into a nightmare of failed air conditioning, non-working toilets.


Japanese businesses look on Viet Nam as a good destination for their investment and products' expansion, said President of the Japan Management Association Yoshio Tomisaka.


Ryan Moore matched the course record and his career best with a 10-under 61 on Thursday in the first round of the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open.


Solwhit landed a gamble and the Evening Herald Hurdle under Davy Russell at 5-1 on Wednesday.


Canada's national crime rate fell in 2007 for the third straight year, with declines in everything from homicides and gun crimes to minor property offences, says a new report.


Peru and Brazil are planning to build a US$2 billion hydroelectric plant near their border in Peru's southeastern jungle.

Peru, Brazil to build $2 billion hydroelectric plant


A REWARD has been offered for the return of a ``precious'' ornamental eagle stolen in Barnet.

Reward for return of ornamental eagle stolen in Barnet


A trial date has been set for a 25-year-old man accused of murdering a father of four in south Auckland in March.

Trial date set for man accused of murdering father of four


Westpac to raise $500m Updated: 14:28, Wednesday January 30, 2013 Westpac is raising $500 million through the issue of hybrid securities to investors to strengthen its capital position.


Growth in world oil demand will accelerate next year as industrialised and developing nations recover from economic slowdown, the International Energy Agency said today.

World oil demand to accelerate next year:


India Thursday successfully testfired its homemade nuclear-capable Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile, with a range of 5,000 kms, off the coast of the eastern state of Odisha, sources said.

India successfully testfires Agni-V missile


Young Life in Blount County is selling frasier fir wreaths to raise money to send teenagers to summer camp.

Young Life sells wreaths to raise money for camp


Adam Dunn missed his fifth straight game because of a right oblique strain on Tuesday, and while the White Sox slugger is feeling better and is getting closer to returning to the lineup, he and manager Robin Ventura won't rush the comeback this time.


Hungarian electricity wholesaler MVM may be listed on the Budapest stock exchange this year as part of a government program to allow private individuals to buy shares in state companies, reports the daily Napi Gazdasag, without citing sources.

Hungarian power firm MVM may be listed on stock exchange this year - report


ODM-K on Saturday said it will support the review of constituency boundaries as stipulated in the constitution provided minority interests and geographical challenges are considered.

Odm-K to support review of constituency boundaries


After the departure of Lisa Edelstein, ``House'' is adding two new female cast members to the series for its eighth season.


Minneapolis Mayor RT Rybak officially kicked off his campaign for governor before several hundred people at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis.


Moscow, June 30 Russia and France will jointly develop a new armoured vehicle soon, Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport said.

Russia, France to develop armoured vehicle


Arsenal are planning to offer Arsene Wenger a job for life in an attempt to hold on to the Frenchman after his current deal with the club expires in 2011.

Arsenal to offer Arsene Wenger a job for life


The annual pumpkin patch is back at the Grace Lutheran Church of Livingston at 304 S. Livingston Ave. The squashes lining the church's front lawn range in size and shape with big ones, little ones, and even some white and green ones, providing the perfect opportunity for any shopper to find their own Great Pumpkin.


Participants at an information session on the European Partnership Agreement in Accra have expressed misgivings at the call on Ghana Government to sign the EPA.

Participants express misgivings about Ghana signing the EPA


Anil Kumble retired from Test cricket to signal the end of an era of spin bowling, spanning over 18 years.


Will Ferrell is to learn Spanish within a month for a new film.


The 48th annual Payne County Conservation awards banquet was held April 30 at the Expo Center.

Payne County Conservation awards banquet held


Liverpool FC captain Steven Gerrard is ``likely'' to require surgery on a shoulder injury this summer, Reds first-team coach Mike Marsh has said.

Gerrard 'likely' to require surgery on a shoulder injury this summer


Senior batsman Sachin Tendulkar is likely to go for a precautionary MRI scan today after he was hit on his head by a sharply lifting delivery from Brett Lee while batting in the tri-series match against Australia here.

Tendulkar to go for precautionary MRI scan


Dozens of tar balls washed up on Cocoa Beach today, prompting officials to warn beachgoers to leave the oil alone and call 2-1-1 to report them.


JPMorgan Chase said Monday that it plans to buy back $1 billion worth of long-term securities.


Ruby Walsh will miss next week's Galway Festival after being advised to give his broken arm longer to heal.


Kosmina rapt with Reds recruits Updated: 14:00, Saturday October 13, 2012 Adelaide United coach John Kosmina praised the impact of overseas imports Jeronimo Neumann and Fabio Ferreira in Friday night's 1-0 victory over the Western Sydney Wanderers at Hindmarsh Stadium.


Magellan penguins, with a height of about 70 centimeters, mainly scatter in Argentina and Chile.


Executive director Jeff Bourk says commercial flights in Branson will not be impacted by the recent FAA decision to close 149 federal contract towers:

Commercial flights at Branson airport will not be impacted by FAA decision


WORKERS at National Grid in Newcastle are to stage a 24-hour strike in a dispute over jobs after voting in favour of a campaign of industrial action.

Workers at National Grid in Newcastle to strike


Strong storms have hit several parts of Missouri, flipping a tractor-trailer and causing some other wind damage.


BERLIN German industrial orders unexpectedly dropped 2.7 percent in January compared with the previous month due to an unusually low number of big-ticket orders and a sharp drop in demand from abroad, official data showed Wednesday.

German industrial orders drop in January


Cox customers across the state will soon be paying more for their television service.

Cox cable customers to pay more for service


BES Investimento do Brasil SA raised $150 million from its overseas bond issue, a source close to the deal told Dow Jones Newswires Monday.

BES Investimento raises $150 million from overseas bond issue


Industry should take the lead on funding new energy infrastucture projects, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Tuesday, attempting to limit calls for the European Union to put more funding into major energy projects.

Industry should lead on funding energy projects, Merkel says


PTI / London May 09, 2012, 12:25 Nicolas Sarkozy, who lost the recent presidential race in France, is to quit politics and practice law, a media report said.

Nicolas Sarkozy to quit politics and practice law:


A downtown dance club could soon lose its liquor license.


Data released by the Ministry of Industry for the week ending April 12, shows inflation rising again to 7.33 per cent from 7.14 per cent in the previous week, largely due to food items being highly priced.


Toshiba Corp. will build its fifth NAND flash fab in Iwate in northeastern Japan, with a total investment >¥700B, the Japanese daily Asahi Shimbun reported Thursday.

Toshiba to build fifth NAND fab in Japan


MANCHESTER, England ― Manchester United has frozen ticket prices for next season amid mounting protests against the owning Glazer family.

Man United freezes ticket prices for next season


THE Rezillos are back and have landed a slot on this year's Christmas Top of the Pops.


A judge accepted a guilty plea by Guidant, on charges that it hid defects in heart defibrillators, and placed the company on three years' probation to deter similar conduct.


Rufus Wainwright has announced that he has had a baby daughter with Leonard Cohen's daughter.


Carrie Underwood wants to adopt a child in the future because she wants to give a disadvantaged youngster a better standard of life.


A 19-year-old South Kitsap man was jailed after he allegedly attacked his brother and threatened to kill his family at their home Saturday night, the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office reported.

Man jailed after attacking brother, threatening to kill family


Casino leaders meet in AC for annual conference Casino industry leaders in the eastern United States are gathering in Atlantic City for an annual conference amid the fast-changing landscape for legalized gambling.


Washington, May 22 India today sought speedy negotiations of reprocessing arrangements as well as liberalisation of the export licensing procedures to move forward the Indo-US civilian nuclear deal.

India seeks speedy negotiations of reprocessing arrangements


Cable television operator Cablevision Systems Corp said it will hold off on major acquisitions as it concluded a three-day investor roadshow to weigh strategic options.

Cablevision to hold off on major acquisitions


The woman was found lying in a puddle at the rear of a business and determined to be intoxicated.


Cuomo threatens to launch ethics probe As more lawmakers' names surfaced in a federal corruption probe, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said Wednesday he might launch an ethics probe if legislators don't enact tougher anti-corruption measures.


BIGGER PICTURE ENTERTAINMENT artist CRAIG CAMPBELL will make his EUROPEAN debut TODAY as he heads to THE GSTAAD FESTIVAL in SWITZERLAND.


Japan launched a new spy satellite into orbit yesterday amid concerns over North Korea's missile programme and to monitor natural disasters in the region, officials said.


The MS market is estimated to be worth almost US$8 billion in 2008, with a growth rate of 10.6% year-on-year.


In an in-depth interview with GQ he opens up about everything from the night he nearly died, to his true feeling towards Take That and his readiness for marriage.

Robbie Williams: 'the night I nearly died'


German economic growth slowed sharply in the second quarter of this year, down from an already revised 1.3 per cent to 0.1 per cent.


Johnson drove the No.48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet to the second win in his career at the Brickyard despite two blown tires, which forced a critical late pit stop.


Family and friends are remembering a young college student killed by a hit and run driver in Hamburg.


Hollywood Western star Dale Robertson died February 27 at the Scripps Memorial Hospital in San Diego, California at the age of 89 die to complications of lung cancer and pneumonia.


HBO sports will be launching a new branded digital series title ``Ring Life.''


AP / Swiss champion FC Basel has signed Argentine forward Raul Bobadilla from league rival Young Boys after his scoring exploits in the Europa League.

Swiss champion Basel signs Argentine forward Raul Bobadilla from Young Boys


Students of two corporation schools on Tuesday got a dose of nutrition education under the city corporation's Bangalore Healthy Urbanisation Programme.

Students get a dose of nutrition education


The Washington Post has appointed Raju Narisetti and Elizabeth Spayd as managing editors.

Washington Post appoints Raju Narisetti as managing editor


THE global cocoa market may return to a deficit in the next crop year to September 2012 because of an increase in grindings and a drop in bean production, the International Cocoa Organisation said on Thursday.

Global cocoa market could return to a deficit in 2012


Skype, an Internet communications company, announced on Monday the beta version of Skype For SIP for business users.

Skype announces beta of Skype For SIP For business users


The Prime Minister's economy advisory panel Wednesday said there was no need to hike fuel prices if global prices remained between $70 and $75 a barrel, equal to 159 litres.


Aliso Viejo-based CitizenHawk, the provider of online brand protection and reputation services, reports this morning that it has signed nutritional products firm MonaVie as a client.


The police commissioner of Yonkers is resigning as a new mayor takes office.

Police commissioner in Yonkers resigning


Sen. Richard Nass recently announced his re-election bid for Maine Senate District 2.


Fourteen individuals pleaded guilty yesterday in the District of Nevada for their roles in the scheme to fraudulently take control of various home owners' associations in the Las Vegas area, Assistant Attorney General Lanny A Breuer of the Justice Department's Criminal Division;

Fourteen individuals plead guilty for their roles in scheme to fraudulently control home owners associations in Las Vegas


The governor has cleared the way for several new laws to go into effect.


Chris Hoiles is stepping down as manager of the York Revolution for personal reasons.

Chris Hoiles stepping down as manager of Revolution


The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced Monday that troopers will operate a low-manpower, multi-agency OVI sobriety checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week.


Fairfax County Police say a newborn baby girl has been found inside a duffel bag in the parking lot of a Springfield church.

Newborn girl found in duffel bag outside va church


A crowded bus veered off a mountain highway and was dangling over a river in eastern Nepal on Thursday, police said.


The government plans to build 100 community police beat bases in Iskandar Malaysia by year end, at a cost of RM82 million, to prevent crime in the area.

100 police beat bases for Iskandar Malaysia


SIGNS of slow recovery are apparent in the world's economy and according to the International Monetary Fund Managing Director Dominique Strauss-Kahn, stimulus measures implemented to ward off the effects of the crisis should remain until the recovery is firm.

Stimulus measures must remain until recovery firm


A Port Neches doughnut store was robbed at gunpoint early Tuesday, according to information from the Port Neches Police Department.

Port Neches doughnut store robbed at gunpoint


Australia could face a wave of climate refugees from neighboring Pacific islands unless rich nations help poorer countries with climate change, UN scientist warned.


A Gadsden County jury recommended the death penalty on Wednesday for a Quincy man found guilty in the fatal stabbing of a man on Christmas Eve 2010.

Gadsden jury recommends death penalty for Quincy man


December 13, 2011 WHO Reports Fragile Progress Against Malaria Lisa Schlein

WHO reports fragile progress against malaria


Jon Huntsman is dropping out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination, according to campaign officials.


New Master s in Education Degree Programs 24/03/2008 14:51:00 Business Wire University Alliance Online and Dominican University has announced enrollment dates and curriculum details for three new Master of Arts in Education degree programs that address the most critical needs of school districts across the nation.

Dominican University announces enrollment and curriculum details of .


West Warwick police are investigating a home invasion that happened on New London Avenue early Monday morning

West Warwick police investigate home invasion


Global consensus grew Monday at a ministerial conference in Rome on the urgent need to reach a compromise on the UN Security Council reform that will embrace as many different stances as possible among its members.

Consensus grows on need to reach compromise on UN Security Council reform


The Coast Guard rescued a Thomaston lobsterman Monday after his boat became disabled and adrift in Broad Cove.

Coast Guard rescues Thomaston lobsterman


The quirky indie film label founded by Beastie Boy Adam Yauch and ThinkFilm veteran David Fenkel is starting a direct-mail DVD club.


``Occupy Salem'' draws a couple hundred protesters to the Capitol steps.


The Australian stock market is trading weak on Tuesday with investors pressing sales, tracking cues from Wall Street where stocks ended slightly lower overnight amid a lack of fresh triggers.


A Tehama County elementary school office was damaged this week when suspected vandals placed a water hose at the base of its door and turned on the faucet, Tehama County sheriff's deputies reported today.

Tehama County elementary school office damaged by vandals


Wal-Mart Stores Inc. remains atop the Fortune 500 list, even as it struggled to keep its US customers coming in the door.


Australian singer and actress Natalie Bassingthwaighte has been confirmed as the fourth X Factor judge, joining Ronan Keating, Guy Sebastian and Spice Girl Melanie Brown on the judging panel.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte confirmed as X Factor judge


Harrisonburg Police Officers are searching for a suspect who robbed Bank of America on University Boulevard.

Police searching for suspect who robbed Bank of America


Billy Gillispie says doctors have ordered him to avoid any stress for 30 days to try to bring his blood pressure down.


Dream revealed that former EliteXC lightweight champion KJ Noons will return to MMA at Dream 13 on March 22 to face Andre Amade.


BURNT-OUT Cats coach Mark Thompson will address the club at its best-and-fairest function tonight in his first appearance since his coaching future was put in limbo on Tuesday.

Cats coach Mark Thompson to address club tonight


after more than two years lost to injury -- to make an assault on golf's top 10, warning that he wants to ``finish the year with a bang''.

Vijay Singh to ``finish the year with a bang''


Tyler Perry unveiled a new multimillion-dollar TV and film studio Saturday on 30 acres in southwest Atlanta.

Tyler Perry unveils TV/film studio in Atlanta


Al Jazeera English has received the ``Breaking News'' award at the Online Journalism Awards in Boston.

Al Jazeera English receives 'Breaking News' award


Allen makes 39 saves, Blues beat Sharks 4-2 Rookie Jake Allen made 39 saves, Chris Stewart led a balanced attack with two goals, and the St. Louis Blues beat San Jose 4-2 on Tuesday for their second win over the Sharks in three nights.


Cowley is suing D'Arcy for damages in the NSW District Court over the incident three years ago at The Loft that left him with significant injuries including multiple face fractures.


Boynton Beach police have stopped a 23-foot boat containing seven suspected illegal immigrants.

Police stop boat containing suspected illegal immigrants


Queensland Premier Anna Bligh will lead Labor to a crushing defeat at the Queensland election, according to a Newspoll.


Arsenal has cancelled their proposed pre-season trip to Nigeria.


A preliminary hearing will continue into a third day Wednesday for a man accused of strangling a La Jolla investor in his home and transferring $7.5 million from the victim's investment account to a new account opened in the victim's name.

Preliminary hearing continues for man accused of strangling La Jolla investor


Irvin Kershner, who directed the Star Wars sequel The Empire Strikes Back and the James Bond film Never Say Never Again, has died at age 87.

Irvin Kershner, director of 'the Empire Strikes Back,' dies


``American Idol'' returns for its 11th season tonight... the big change this season... is that there is no big change.


CBS on Tuesday declared victory in the 2011-12 television season, saying it was the most-watched US network for the 9th year thanks to hits like crime drama ``NCIS'' and the nation's top comedy ``The Big Bang Theory''.

CBS declares victory in television season


Hearts players should receive their January wages by Tuesday at the latest, after their salaries were processed by Lithuanian bank Ukio Bankas.

Hearts players to receive January wages by Tuesday


DERBY County striker Theo Robinson has joined Championship side Huddersfield Town on loan until the end of the season.

Derby County striker Theo Robinson joins Huddersfield Town on loan


Author Robert Asprin died in his New Orleans home on Thursday at the age of 61.


Bank of America plans to cut 16,000 jobs by the year-end as part of a major restructuring plan.


Ron Darling, a longtime St. Peters official who has overseen the city's large-scale recycling operation since its inception, has retired.

Ron Darling, St. Peters recycling chief, retires


The representatives of Japanese companies operating in Europe show an interest in possibilities to invest in the Baltic states.

Japanese companies interested in possibilities to invest in Baltic states


A US government report on Monday praised the religious freedom in India despite mentioning instances of attacks on religious minorities, and lauded the ``independent'' judiciary and a ``vibrant'' civil society for acting against violations whenever they occur.

US report praises religious freedom in India


China Telecom has agreed to sponsor the World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, China, scheduled for 1 May to 10 October 2010.

China Telecom sponsors World Expo 2010 in Shanghai


A controversial Wigan cycle route is here to stay.


Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger hit out at his players for their lackadaisical performance at Southampton.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hits out at players


President Barack Obama has signed a bill extending unemployment benefits through June 2 and restoring full Medicaid payments to doctors.

Obama signs bill extending unemployment benefits


Today, Greek media paid tribute to renowned actress Zozo Zarpa, who passed away due to a heart attack on Thursday April 19, at the age of 73.


Growth spurts in early childhood could cause obesity, according to researchers at the University of Glasgow.


Governor Andrew Cuomo lays out a billion dollar plan aimed at attractive investments and growing the job market in New York State.

Governor Cuomo lays out billion dollar plan


By Mike Rosenberg mrosenberg@mercurynews.com A young San Jose man was beaten to death by his roommate inside a care facility Tuesday night, police said.

San Jose man beaten to death by roommate


Colombian stocks ended little changed Friday from a day earlier as a late afternoon selloff reversed earlier gains from a positive US jobs report.


Mizzou closed out the Arch Rivalry series with Illinois the way every other game has gone, with a win for the Tigers.


No. 15 New Mexico topples Air Force 81-58 Jamal Fenton scored all five of his points in a late surge for No. 15 New Mexico to help the Lobos beat Air Force 81-58 on Wednesday.


Dean Foods has been ordered to sell the Waukesha milk processing plant it acquired in 2009 .

Dean Foods ordered to sell Waukesha plant


The Indian Navy will commission two warships, INS Carnicobar and INS Chetlat here today.

Indian Navy to commission two warships today


Former President Bill Clinton will campaign next week with Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds.


Tori Spelling ``can't wait'' to give birth to her baby so that she can eat sushi again.


A Romanian hacker has been given a suspended sentence after hacking into the US Navy, the Department of Energy and NASA.

Romanian hacker given suspended sentence


Abengoa, the international company that applies innovative technology solutions for sustainable development in the energy and environment sectors, has started operations at the steel dust recycling plant in the city of Gyeongju, in the southeastern region of South Korea.

Abengoa starts operations at the steel dust recycling plant in Gyeongju, South Korea


Redback Networks has launched a new smart Ethernet switch which will help operators unify their fixed and mobile networks.

Redback networks launches smart Ethernet switch


A Morganton man, who was in the custody of Winston-Salem police, died in late June because of acute cocaine toxicity from an overdose of the drug, authorities said today.

Morganton man died of acute cocaine toxicity


Educationists from all over the state condemned the state government for exploiting teachers by appointing them as Vidyasahayaks and giving them pittance of Rs 4,500 as salary.

Educationists condemn government for exploiting teachers


Rev. Al Sharpton was arrested yesterday for obstructing traffic to protest the acquittal of New York City policemen who shot an unarmed black man 50 times on his wedding day.


Police said a car was followed and then shot at Friday night near 17th and Oliver.


Television presenter Anne Robinson has been banned from driving for six months after admitting a speeding offence at a Hampshire court.


CAMDEN and Narellan libraries will feel the pinch unless the state government relents on its decision to cap developer contributions.


I prefer to believe 'knowledge is POTENTIAL power'.


Red Wings forward Johan Franzen skated for a good hour-plus this morning and said he will play Wednesday when the Wings play at the New York Rangers.


The Paris-Nice stage cycle race will take place as planned next month even though the International Cycling Union has urged teams to boycott the event, organisers said on Tuesday.

Paris-Nice to take place as planned, organisers say


The JSE closed flat on Tuesday, strained by commodities, which weakened on the back of a stronger rand.


The Bank of Japan today raised its outlook for the economy for the first time in almost three years on signs that the record contraction in the first quarter was the turning point of the worst recession since 1945.

Bank of Japan raises outlook for economy for the first time in almost three years


Stony Brook's women's lacrosse team fell to American, 14-10, at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium on Saturday.

Women's lacrosse falls to American, 14-10


When I was a girl, I used to cry something terrible before my gymnastic meets.


Ohio State coach Jim Tressel apologized to a room full of fans during his first public speaking engagement since being suspended two games and fined for violating NCAA rules.

Ohio State Football coach Jim Tressel apologizes to fans


Apple CEO Steve Jobs has unveiled the new iCloud.


Marvin Harrison was released by the Indianapolis Colts this evening, officially ending one of the greatest quarterback/wide receiver combinations in NFL History.

Marvin Harrison released by Indianapolis Colts


President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has today visited a monument to the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic in the Istiglaliyyat Street, APA reports quoting AzerTAc news agency.

President Ilham Aliyev visits monument to Azerbaijan Democratic Republic


Pride Toronto, which produces the city's 10-day pride festival, has banned interviews with Xtra, the country's largest gay and lesbian publication.


Finnish retailer Kesko will meet investors in the Nordic region next week ahead of a potential bond issue.


Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will be in Fresno on Thursday to address concerns over the state budget crisis.

Governor Schwarzenegger in Fresno to address state budget crisis


But despite sharp rises in gasoline and food prices, overall inflation remained moderate in Jacksonville.

Inflation remains moderate in Jacksonville


Afghanistan on the whole, however, is ranked the most dangerous country for women in the world.

Afghanistan is ranked the most dangerous country for women


A 19-month-old toddler is safe after he fell into a sewer in St. Louis, MO on Tuesday.


Comcast, one of the biggest Internet service provider in the US, on Thursday launched its online backup service called Secure Backup & Share for its high-speed Internet customers.


MEDICAL products group Smith & Nephew announced forecast- beating profits yesterday despite selling fewer hip replacements as younger patients delayed surgery to save money and avoid time off work.


Khloe Kardashian went on George Lopez last night, and compared going through airport security to being raped in public.

Khloe Kardashian compares airport security to being raped


Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly today presided over a graduation ceremony for 1,519 new police officers at Madison Square Garden.

Mayor Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Kelly preside over graduation ceremony for 1,519 new Police officers


Ludhiana The auction of shops in the subway near zDC office was postponed on Monday as only one bidder turned up.


A Nunavut judge has denied an injunction against the hamlet of Cape Dorset to stop performing private sector work.

Nunavut judge denies injunction against Cape Dorset


Camera maker Eastman Kodak Co. said Thursday that it swung to a first-quarter profit from continuing operations of $119 million, or 40 cents a share, from a loss of $360 million, or $1.34, a year earlier.


CANCER RESEARCH UK today announced the launch of three new prestigious awards that will recognise world leading cancer researchers and the scientists of tomorrow.

Cancer Research UK launches three new prestigious awards to recognise cancer researchers


The Windows Phone marketplace now has 145,000 apps up from Microsoft's figure of 120,000 apps in October 2012.

Windows Phone marketplace now has 145,000 apps :


Neymar said Saturday he will be joining Barcelona after the Confederations Cup, the latest addition to a star-filled roster that already includes four-time FIFA Player of the Year Lionel Messi, Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta.

Neymar will join Barcelona after Confederations Cup


IT seems JERRY HALL is having the last laugh as her daughter GEORGIA MAY JAGGER, left, enjoys a successful modelling career.


A 40-year-old business, two relatively new companies and one that's been around since 2005 but was looking for a new home have all come together under one roof in Hudson.


MINNEAPOLIS ― Minneapolis police say the death of a man found lying on the ground in the snow is suspicious.

Police say death of man found in snow suspicious


Crude prices surged on Wednesday as US economic data boosted the energy market.


Billy Elliot star Jamie Bell is to play intrepid boy reporter Tintin in the Steven Spielberg-directed movie adaptation of the comic-strip hero.


Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, one of the world's biggest hotel operators, will move its global headquarters and about 800 jobs to Stamford in early 2012, the company confirmed Wednesday.

Starwood Hotels to move global headquarters to Stamford


WA gymnast Lauren Mitchell will only go from ``strength to strength'' after her breakthrough silver-medal winning performances at a world championship meet last night, her coach says.

Mitchell will go from 'strength to strength'


New Delhi, Software majors Microsoft and Autodesk will provide free software to students and engineering faculty in colleges under the ambit of the All India Council for Technical Education.

Microsoft, Autodesk to provide free software to colleges


Three Iranian lorry drivers have been abducted by ``armed opposition groups'' in Syria, according to Iran's charge d'affaires in Damascus quoted by media today.

Three Iranian lorry drivers abducted in Syria


Alan Hansen, a pundit for the New Football Pools says Michael Owen is the key to Newcastle United's survival.


Legendary call letters WRCK, which originated on what is now 94.7 WLS in CHICAGO back in the early '80s, are ready to rock once more for you.


ALBUQUERQUE, NM - President Barack Obama said Tuesday that he is a ``Christian by choice'' and that his decision was influenced by gospel teachings about salvation and the importance of loving one another.

Obama says he is a Christian, by choice'


Singer Susan Boyle has revealed that she suffers from depression and blames it on being bullied at school.

Susan Boyle suffers from depression after being bullied


North West firm United Utilities had the greatest number of complaints for water and sewage companies nationally last year.

United Utilities has greatest number of complaints


Monday Night football betting is back, and not a moment too soon.


From next month, Electronic Road Pricing rates will go up at 23 gantries, or about one-third of the total network.


The first text message said: ``Mommy, I got buried.''


Comments Connecticut running back Lyle McCombs says he plans to stay at UConn despite his arrest on drug charges.

UConn's Lyle McCombs arrested on drug charges;


Darryl Monroe scored 13 points and had nine rebounds to help George Mason beat Towson 71-59 on Saturday night.


Basware extends cooperation with a global home furnishing retailer and will deliver Basware Invoice Automation licenses to the customers new locations.


The Laval Rouge et Or are headed to the Vanier Cup after a dramatic victory over Western University on Saturday.


India's farm sector growth will be less than 4 percent this fiscal on account of floods and deficient monsoon in some parts of the country, the Planning Commission deputy chief said Wednesday.

Farm sector growth will be below 4 percent:


Ivory Coast resumed cocoa bean exports on Sunday more than three months after they were halted by the country's political conflict, officials and a Reuters witness said.


Jennifer recently revealed her new short hairdo and has now been showing off her legs.


Daewoo Motor Sales Corp., a South Korean auto retailer and construction company, asked creditors Thursday to reschedule debts as the company struggles with a worsening liquidity crisis, the main creditor said.

Daewoo Motor Sales asks creditors to reschedule debts


Orb has won the 139th Kentucky Derby with a perfect trip over a sloppy track at Churchill Downs.


The rupee fell to a record low on Thursday and is headed to its worst month in half a year as global risk aversion deepened, while caution prevailed ahead of economic data that is expected to show a further slowdown in growth.

Rupee at record low, headed for worst month in half a year


Miami Dolphins receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on domestic violence charges in Davie, Florida, according the Sun Sentinel.

Chad Johnson arrested for domestic violence


Lahore, April 19 Stating that Pakistan was a safe place for cricket, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf has said the success of the upcoming Bangladesh series in Lahore was a ``national cause''.


Irish broadcasting legend Gay Byrne has launched an incredibly bitter attack on Sinn Fein's Martin McGuinness -- and branded him a liar.

Gay Byrne brands presidential election candidate Martin McGuinness a liar


A two-year old child was accidentally shot in eastern Jefferson County on Saturday afternoon.

Child accidentally shot in Jefferson County


The Nova Scotia government has put plans for a new jail in the northern part of the province on hold indefinitely.

Nova Scotia government puts plans for new jail on hold indefinitely


Jamie Hood was removed from a court hearing by sheriff's deputies after he made repeated outbursts.


China has replaced Spain as the world's third most visited country, behind France and the United States, figures from the UN World Tourism Organization showed Wednesday.

China world's third most visited country--


The Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project has announced that there will be limited mosquito spraying in Milton, Dedham and Franklin Tuesday night in response to mosquito outbreaks and increased West Nile Virus activity.

Mosquito spraying in Milton Tuesday night


Toy manufacturer Fisher Price announced Thursday that it has recalled about 10 millions toys because they are dangerous to children.


On Saturday, the spot rubber ended almost steady and the market lost its direction lacking follow up support from traders and major consuming industries.


Hundreds of people lined up on Wednesday to get a wrist band to meet him in person.

Hundreds meet former president George W. Bush


Police from Sydney flew to Melbourne this morning to interview two prisoners over a NSW ``skimming'' scam that fleeced Australia's leading banks of millions of dollars.

Police interview prisoners over skimming scam


India is not a full-fledged democracy as 90 percent of its people vote like sheep and cattle, Press Council of India chairman Justice Markandey Katju said here Saturday.


Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund Inc., which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ``GDO,'' announced today the results of the votes cast at the Fund's annual meeting of shareholders held February 28, 2011.

Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. announces results of annual meeting of shareholders


Toyota Motor Corporation has updated its THUMS virtual human model that enables a detailed analysis of internal-organ injuries which are caused by automobile collisions.

Toyota Motor Corporation updates THUMS virtual human model


Indonesian police on Sunday killed five suspected militants on the resort island of Bali, a police spokesman said.

Indonesian police kill five suspected militants in Bali


The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry is closed until further notice because of Hurricane Irene, according to Department of Transportation officials.

Rocky Hill-Glastonbury ferry closed until further notice


Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer last night gave birth to a baby boy, her husband Zach Bogue announced in a tweet.

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer gives birth to baby boy


Although he has denied any possibility of having an alliance with Congress or other constituents of UPA, JD President HD Deve Gowda on Saturday said he would not be able to comment on the post-poll scenario.

Not able to comment on post-poll scenario:


British gothic metal act Paradise Lost is currently streaming their entire new album ``Faith Divides Us -- Death Unites Us'' online at their official MySpace page.

Paradise Lost streaming entire new album ``Faith Divides Us -- Death Unites Us'' online


Japan hopes to have more cooperation with Malaysia, especially in the environment and energy sectors, its outgoing Ambassador to Malaysia Masahiko Horie said.

Japan hopes for more cooperation with Malaysia


Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, who suffered a serious high ankle sprain during the Vikings' 27-21 loss to the Raiders, said Wednesday he expects to play against the Falcons on Sunday.


Human remains found along Devils Lake last week could be at least 500 years old.


President Barack Obama is announcing a $250 million initiative Wednesday to train math and science teachers in an effort to reach his administration's goal of moving American students from the middle to the top of the pack in those subjects over the next decade.

Obama to announce $250 million initiative to train math, science teachers


By Mark Schmetzer / Special to MLB.com Right fielder Jay Bruce was scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup for precautionary reasons after he reported pain in his right side.

Bruce scratched for precautionary reasons


Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said Tuesday the current financial challenges facing the country will persist for a number of months, but he said the economy will rebound.

Paulson says current challenges will persist for a number of months but economy will rebound


Molex, Lisle, Ill., has been assigned a patent developed by Augusto P. Panella, Naperville, Ill., Elliot A. Baines, Naperville, Ill., and Jeng-De Lin, Yorkville, Ill., for a ``patch panel assembly for use with data networks.''

Molex assigned patent for patch panel assembly for use with data networks


KRISTEN Stewart visited ``a couple' of strips clubs to prepare for her latest movie role.

Kristen Stewart has visited some strip clubs!!


Heather Stilwell, the former chair of the Surrey School Board who led a contentious fight to ban books on same-sex couples, has died of breast cancer.

Christian values stalwart heather Stilwell dies of cancer


As of 1 March a new, attractively priced bus service will provide a direct link between Brussels Airport and the cities of Utrecht, Rotterdam and Breda in the Netherlands.

New bus service provides direct link to Brussels Airport from the Netherlands


Inadequate car seat support may be responsible for triggering back pain, reports Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information.

Inadequate car seat support may trigger back pain


``We're all fine. We're all good and extremely happy and thrilled for the new baby,'' Jenner told HLN in the interview since the baby's birth.

We're all good and extremely happy and thrilled for the new baby-Jenner


Fire gutted a small, historic Portland apartment building, and damaged a neighboring home, Saturday afternoon.

Fire guts historic Portland apartment building


During it, Stewart went after WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and his exaggerated martyrdom complex, exclaiming, ``Stop the drama!''

Jon Stewart to Julian Assange: ``Stop the drama!''


US home prices ended a long run of monthly declines in January, but the average cost of a home has fallen to the level of nearly a decade ago, an indication of how deeply the market has contracted since the financial crisis.


The search for a missing Cross County deputy is on hold Saturday night due to bad weather, but will continue again Sunday morning.

Search for Cross County deputy will continue Sunday


HALF MOON BAY, Calif. A surfer was seriously injured at the Mavericks surfing spot in Half Moon Bay Saturday morning.

Surfer seriously injured at Half Moon Bay


So technically, yes, you should be able to play Java games on your Touch Diamond.

Can i play Java games on the htc Touch Diamond?


The chief executive of European aerospace firm EADS, Tom Enders, predicted more defence industry consolidation on Thursday as he painted a gloomy picture of the outlook for the European defence industry.

EADS ceo Tom Enders predicts more defence industry consolidation


Richmond, VA metal band MUNICIPAL WASTE has announced more South American tour dates.

MUNICIPAL Waste announces more South American tour dates


MUSIC superstar Oliver Mtukudzi says he will star in his fourth feature film in 2010 and also plans to record an album featuring duets with musicians from other African countries.


Green Mountain Power, a generator, transmitter, distributor of electricity, has announced that it will install and operate a Northern Power100, or NPS 100, wind turbine from Northern Power Systems at a customer site.

Green Mountain Power to install and operate NPS 100 wind turbine


Sydney toddler drowns in backyard pool Updated: 20:34, Saturday March 16, 2013 A toddler has drowned in a backyard pool in Sydney's west.


The Mitchells & Butlers pub group has reported strong trading for the six months to 10 April.

Mitchells & Butlers pub group reports strong trading


Authorities say a Hutchinson family dodged tragedy by watching a movie together in the mother's bedroom.

Family dodges tragedy by watching movie together


Under the headline, ``Ex-Eagles receiver fraud: Freddie Mitchell pleads guilty, faces 10 years in prison'', sources report that Freddie Mitchell has indeed been found guilty of frauid this week.


Serena Williams will be paired with John Isner as the representative of the United States in the Hopman Cup that took place 1-8 January 2011 in Perth, Australia.

Serena Williams will be paired with John Isner at the Hopman Cup


Three men were indicted by a federal grand jury Wednesday in separate drug cases, the US Attorney's Office announced.


ARCADIA, Calif. A downturn in wagering as a result of the sluggish economy is forcing Santa Anita to slash its overnight purses by 10 per cent at the Oak Tree meeting.

Santa Anita to slash overnight purses by 10 per cent during Oak Tree meeting


Actor John Forsythe, the velvet voice of mysterious millionaire and ex police detective Charles Townsend in Charlie's Angels, has died.


As India warned of retaliatory action in case of a terror attack, the US on Friday said both India and Pakistan should avoid a conflict situation.

India, Pakistan should avoid conflict situation:


A Carbondale police officer who killed himself last month had been under investigation over an alleged sexual assault.

Carbondale officer had been under investigation


The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said Tatas' Rs 1 lakh car may have 'some impact' on its sales but said the price of its 800 model will not be cut.

Rs 1 lakh car may have some impact on sales:


Former Australia coach John Buchanan will be assisting England in their preparations for the Ashes and is expected to join the squad next week.


A year-round Biodiesel blending facility opened Wednesday in Sioux Falls.


Black Ops which goes on sale at Midnight Tuesday morning is expected to be one of the top selling games.

Call of Duty Black Ops goes on sale at Midnight


A Goldsboro man was held on a $1.1 million secured bond on multiple drug charges involving methamphetamine, opium and marijuana.

Goldsboro man held on $1.1 million bond for drug charges


A Salisbury man has been arrested after a domestic incident at a home on Liberty Street escalated and he hit the victim then held her a knife to her throat.

Salisbury man arrested after domestic incident


TOKYO Toyota recalled 135,000 compact cars in Japan and Europe Thursday for a software problem that could cause power steering to stop working.

Toyota recalls 135,000 cars in Japan, Europe


West Fargo police arrested a man after he allegedly threatened his fiancée with a firearm and held her against her will for several hours early this morning.

West Fargo police arrest man after he held fiancée against her will


A new film production and special effects company has opened up shop in a storied 30,000-square-foot San Rafael building housing the soundstage on which scenes for the ``Star Wars,'' ``Indiana Jones'' and ``Die Hard'' film series were shot.

Film production, effects company opens in storied San Rafael building


Washington The White House has announced on its Twitter page that President Barack Obama will have a prime-time news conference on Wednesday.

Obama to have news conference on Wednesday


Pakistani actress Veena Malik has decided to buy a flat in Mumbai.


Firefighters rescued the family dog after residents of 26 Garden Drive came home to find their house on fire shortly after 10 pm Tuesday, Fire Chief Tom Schofield reports.No one was hurt, but the fire caused heavy damage to the kitchen and family room, and smoke damage throughout the house, home of Rodrigo Marquez and Wandeline Martinez.


An ``aggressive'' drunken driver has been jailed for nine years for killing a West Yorkshire couple when he ploughed into their car at 100mph.

Drunken driver jailed for killing couple


John Travolta has abandoned a trip in Australia as his pregnant wife Kelly Preston has gone into labour.


The City of Regina will be rolling out blue carts in June when it will provide residents with blue collection bins, alongside their garbage bins, for recycling.


Testing has revealed that an East Texas woman whose body was found along Interstate 20 died of a cocaine overdose.

Woman found along Interstate 20 died of cocaine overdose


China will launch a new remote sensing satellite ``Yaogan ?'' on Monday at the northwestern Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the northwestern province of Gansu, an official with the center said on Sunday.

China to Launch new remote sensing satellite


New York, Jan 29 Israel has reopened crossing points into Gaza that it had closed following a bomb attack along the border but the top United Nations official in Gaza said that access still remained a problem with thousands of tons of aid sitting in Egypt, Jordan and the ports of Israel.


Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has described how he wrestled with his conscience over the coalition's spending cuts.

Clegg 'wrestled with conscience' over cuts


Sterling hit a 4-1/2 month high against the dollar on Monday on expectations the Federal Reserve's new round of economic stimulus will continue to drive down the US currency.

Sterling hits 4-1/2 month high versus dollar


Curtiss-Wright Corp., an engineering firm based in Parsippany, NJ, said Tuesday that it is increasing its quarterly dividend by 11 percent.

Curtiss-Wright increases quarterly dividend


Rihanna reportedly fired her business manager after discovering she only has $20 000 left in her bank account.


``But acceptance doesn't mean forgiveness,'' Barrameda said, adding that those responsible for her daughter's murder should be punished.


DJO Incorporated a global provider of medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, today announced financial results for its operating subsidiary, DJO Finance LLC, for the second quarter of 2009, ended June 27, 2009.

DJO Incorporated announces financial results for second quarter 2009


Andrew Ference will undergo surgery on Thursday to fix his hernia and a torn groin.


In an effort to jazz up their sex life, Angelina Jolie has hit Brad Pitt with a month-long sex ban.

Angelina Jolie hits Brad Pitt with sex ban


A 23-year-old Menlo Park man was shot in south Stockton Monday after an altercation with a group of men, the Stockton Record reported Tuesday.


Canaccord Financial Inc. expects ``lumpy'' earnings for the next several quarters as global economic uncertainty continues, but says buying an Australian company will help it increase its presence among Hong Kong investors.

Canaccord Financial expects lumpy earnings


Jordan will train electricity engineers for Iraqi government under an agreement between the kingdom and Sweden, Jordan's National Electric Power Company said on Sunday.

Jordan to train electricity engineers for Iraqi government


Bernard Hopkins defeated Jean Pascal yesterday to win the World Boxing Council light heavyweight title and became the oldest man to ever win a major boxing championship at the age of 46.


Turkey achieved a remarkable progress in pursuing the zero problem policy with neighbors such as Iran and Syria in 2009 as part of endeavors to revive its regional influence.

Turkey pursues zero problem policy with neighbors


Omar Miller of `Miracle at St. Anna`` joins `CSI:


Highway 395 near Minden has reopened following fallen power lines that closed the busy highway for several hours Friday.


The Mendocino National Forest is entering into fire restrictions beginning Friday, July 13, due to dry conditions and increased risk of wildfires.

Mendocino National Forest enters fire restrictions


SINGAPORE - Singapore is not affected by the rice shortage gripping some of its rice-producing neighbours like the Philippines as the wealthy city-state can afford to pay a higher price for the staple, the Straits Times newspaper reported on Friday.

Singapore not affected by rice shortage - report


HANOI, Vietnam - Vietnam has accused China of violating its sovereignty in the latest spat between the communist neighbors over disputed islands in the South China Sea.

Vietnam accuses China of violating sovereignty


Ernie Els hit out at the European Tour for scheduling the World Matchplay Championship to clash with the Singapore Open.


By Patrick Barnard What makes Shelton a great place to live compared to other Connecticut towns?

What makes Shelton a great place to live?


India is to review its anti-Maoist strategy, a government minister said in comments broadcast Tuesday, after rebels killed 35 people in a landmine attack on a bus.


The CPI on Wednesday alleged that Railways Minister Mamata Banerjee was going ahead with ``wholesale privatisation'' of the railways and privatising ``cream'' projects which would substantially reduce earnings and ``halt'' their progress.

Mamata going ahead with privatisation of Railways:


China has expressed 'strong dissatisfaction' with Japanese defense white paper, saying that the document that plays up the 'China threat theory,' has 'ulterior motives'.

China expresses 'strong dissatisfaction' with Japan's defense paper


'Anything squirmy freaks me outs -- maggots, earwigs and creepy crawlies in general make me jump.


A 61-year-old Arizona man was arrested and charged Sunday night with sexual exploitation of a child.

Man charged with sexual exploitation of a child


When Florencia Cerutti arrived at Qingdao Olympic Village on August 1, she made history for her country, as the first and only sailor to represent Paraguay for Olympic sailing.

Florencia Cerutti makes history for Paraguay


A Victorian policeman has been charged over sexual assaults allegedly committed in New South Wales in the 1980s.


South African bonds gained in thin late afternoon trade on Tuesday, following the weekly auction.


The lawsuit filed last week by the animal rights activist group Compassion Over Killing is ``completely frivolous, false and unfounded'', according to the targeted organisations.

Lawsuit is 'frivolous, false and unfounded'


Nigeria has joined a pan-Africa telecom group, the Com World Series, organisers of pan-Africa telecom events, and will for the first time host NigeriaCom in Lagos, in September 2010.


LONDON Oxford University beat defending champion Cambridge on Saturday to win the 154th annual Boat Race along the River Thames for the third time in four years.

Oxford University beats Cambridge to win 154th Boat race along River Thames


CME Group Inc. launched a post-execution clearing service for non-deliverable forwards on the US dollar versus the Chilean peso, marking the first step in its plan to offer clearing services for over-the-counter foreign exchange transactions.

CME launches services for dollar vs Chilean peso


Sri Lankan troops advanced on the Tamil Tigers and 5,000 civilians fled the shrinking war zone, signalling a military finish to Asia's longest modern war despite Western condemnation and calls for a negotiated end.


The president of a Montgomery County manufacturing business has been indicted on federal fraud charges.

President of Montgomery County business indicted for fraud


One pet was killed in a Tippecanoe County house fire Friday afternoon.

Pet killed in Tippecanoe County house fire


Alaska is not competitive with alternate petroleum investments, and our production is falling in spite of record high oil prices and record investments in most other oil regions.


Liverpool and Manchester City were eliminated from the Europa League on Thursday night, and Giuseppe Rossi scored his tournament-high eighth goal to help Villarreal advance to the quarter-finals.

Liverpool, man City eliminated from Europa League;


A 34-year-old Winter Haven man was sentenced Wednesday in federal court to six years and eight months in prison for possession of child porn, according to the US Attorney's Office.


An oil refinery on Aruba may close if its US owner fails to find a buyer soon.


Funeral services have been announced for Abigail Taylor, the six-year-old Edina girl who died last week after being severely injured in a pool drain accident last summer.

Funeral services announced for Abigail Taylor, girl injured in pool drain accident


Tamil Tiger rebel leader Velupillai Prabhakaran has been killed by Sri Lankan government forces, military officials said.Prabhakaran and two of his top commanders, know as Soosai and Pottu Amman, drove in an armour-plated van accompanied by a bus filled with armed rebels towards approaching Sri Lankan forces, the officials said.A two-hour firefight broke out before the military launched a rocket at the van.Troops pulled Prabhakaran's body from the van and identified it as that of the rebel leader.

Tamil Tiger rebel leader Velupillai Prabhakaran 'killed'


A skier from New Jersey is dead after hitting a tree at a resort in Park City, Utah.


RYAN Crowley and Adam Selwood admit Australia will need to keep their emotions in check when the international series between Australia and Ireland resumes.


Today marks exactly 100 years since the ``Titanic'' tragedy -- one of the biggest maritime disasters in history that claimed 1513 victims - the majority of its passengers.

Today marks 100 years since ``Titanic'' tragedy


Bolivians approved a sweeping new Constitution capping three years of conflict-ridden efforts by President Evo Morales that would bring greater political power to the country's indigenous majority and allow him to run for re-election, media reports said.


Inteva Products today announced the student scholarship winners for its Connect the Sky Roof Systems design competition at Lawrence Technological University awarding the Innovation grand prize to Jeeho Cha, a junior, for his Scenic OLED Sunroof Experience concept and the Insight award to Matt Scarchilli, a freshman for his Solar OLED Sunroof Experience concept.

Inteva Products announces student scholarship winners for Connect the sky design competition


Some ComEd customers are complaining after receiving so-called balloon bills.

ComEd customers complain about 'balloon bills'


Margin requirements for stock index futures may be hiked to 12 percent from 10 percent to control trading risks, a source close to the China Securities Regulatory Commission said yesterday.

Margin requirements for index futures to be hiked


THIEVES snatched a bag from an elderly man's electric scooter on Russell Island on Monday.


Police are investigating a break and enter that happened near the Brentwood Mall area on Arthur Street.


Russia and Ukraine will conduct joint military drills this spring and fall, Defense Minister Antoly Serdyukov said Wednesday.

Russia, Ukraine to conduct joint military drills


Britney Spears is celebrated her recent engagement with Jason Trawick by having held a private party in Las Vegas.

Britney Spears celebrates engagement with Jason Trawick in Las Vegas


The provincial Liberals introduced legislation Tuesday that will aim to make the TTC an essential service.

Liberals introduce legislation to make TTC an essential service


Researchers from the University's School of Veterinary Sciences have found that omega-3 could help laying hens avoid bone damage, which affects millions of hens each year, and the research may also help human patients suffering from osteoporosis.

Omega-3 can help laying hens avoid bone damage


Calero died Saturday of lung problems in the Nicaraguan capital of Managua, his aide Julio Romero confirmed on Sunday.

Former nicaragua Contra leader adolfo Calero dies


An Iranian US-manufactured F-14 fighter jet crashed early Thursday minutes after takeoff, killing both crew, the Fars news agency reported.


A well-known dog trainer from Oroville was killed in a Thanksgiving car accident.


Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino left Saturday's game against the Braves in the eighth inning with a sore right hamstring.

Victorino leaves game with sore hamstring


IncrediMail Ltd., an Internet company developing and marketing downloadable consumer products, today announced that it will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2010 on Thursday, November 4, 2010 prior to the opening of the market.

IncrediMail to release financial results for third quarter of 2010 on November 4


A former Mobile County sex crimes prosecutor has pleaded not guilty to charges he solicited sex from a 15-year-old girl over the Internet.

Former Mobile County prosecutor pleads not guilty


Caddo Lake stakeholders plan to hold a Thursday meeting in Jefferson to discuss the Watershed Protection Plan.

Caddo Lake stakeholders plan Thursday meeting in Jefferson


Jennifer Lopez broke down in tears on stage at a gig in Connecticut over the weekend, according to reports.

Jennifer Lopez 'breaks down in tears on stage'


Ten incumbent Cambria County officeholders and four district judges were sworn in Wednesday to new terms during an inauguration in historic Courtroom No. 1.


A Greeley man has pled guilty to child abuse resulting in the serious bodily injury of a 3-month-old baby.

Greeley man pleads guilty to child abuse


Auburn won its bid to host an NCAA regional at Plainsman Park, returning post-season baseball to campus for the first time since 2003.

Auburn will host an NCAA regional at Plainsman park


New research suggests that the average supermarket shopper is willing to pay a premium price for locally produced foods, providing some farmers an attractive option to enter a niche market that could boost their revenues.

Average shoppers are willing to pay a premium for locally produced food


South Korean car maker Kia Motors Corp. said Monday it would resume full two-shift operations in its Slovak plant in response to rising demand on the European market.

Kia Motors says it will resume full operations in Slovakia


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that performance of the present parliament is much better than the past while it never happened in the history of Pakistan that an Army Chief had given briefing to the parliament.

Performance of present parliament is much better than past:


Title contenders Hertha Berlin drew 1-1 against hosts Hamburg SV on Sunday to drop to third place, four points behind leaders VfL Wolfsburg with four matches left.

Hertha draw 1-1 with Hamburg to drop to third


The House on Wednesday passed the Keystone XL oil pipeline bill despite insufficient votes in the Senate and a threatened veto by President Barack Obama.


RESIDENTS are being urged that this is their last chance to object to proposals to build 3,400 new homes in Webheath.

Last chance to object to proposals to build 3,400 homes in Webheath


Virginia State Police say two people were killed in a Thursday morning accident along Interstate 95 near the Kings Dominion exit.


A west London teacher used his position of trust to sexually abuse two boys over three years, more then 25 years ago, the Old Bailey has heard.


Nathan Cleverly will defend his WBO light-heavyweight title for the fourth time on Saturday after Shawn Hawk stepped in as a late replacement.

Nathan Cleverly to defend WBO title against Shawn Hawk


Africa Oil Corp. has now closed on the final two blocks out of the previously announced five block farmout transaction with Tullow Oil plc. The Company and Tullow have now closed farmouts related to the South Omo Block and Blocks 10A, 10BB, 12A and 13T.

Africa Oil Corp. has now closed on the final two blocks of farmout transaction with Tullow Oil


The Left would oppose US 'conspiracy' to make India its strategic partner through the Indo-US civil nuclear deal, CPI-M Polit Bureau member Brinda Karat said on Saturday.


Atlanta voters have overwhelmingly approved Sunday alcohol sales, clearing the way for shoppers to be able to buy liquor as soon as New Year's Day in stores.

Atlanta overwhelmingly approves Sunday alcohol sales


Teachers should allow pupils to learn maths by using it rather than focusing on abstract concepts, says an expert.

'Pupils should learn maths through using it'


The Lions and the Springboks happily concur that the return of the rolling maul, thanks to an IRB adjustment to the ELVs, will add welcome spice to the forthcoming series.


A BOY was airlifted to hospital after a 100m fall at Lerderderg State Park yesterday.


A nursery worker has been charged with sexual assault and the distribution of indecent images of children.

Nursery worker charged with sexual assault


Former Brazil captain Socrates died Sunday aged 57 from an intestinal infection, a spokesperson for the Albert Einstein Hospital announced.


An airport on the South Carolina coast says it will again offer nonstop international flights beginning next year.

Coastal sc airport to offer international flights


A bill awaiting Governor Quinn's signature would generate enough money to save Illinois State Police jobs.

Bill could save Illinois State Police jobs


Indian Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor on Friday said Pakistan was continuing to push in militants from across the border into Indian Held Kashmir but the Armed Forces deployed there were capable of tackling it.

Pak continues to push militants from across the border:


A local man, who has been on the run from the law for several months, was arrested Monday night in Detroit.

Local man, on the run for months, arrested in Detroit


European leaders agreed to drop the private-sector involvement in bailouts for European indebted nations, as Germany has finally agreed to step back from demanding investors to share the cost of bailouts, which led the debt crisis to worsen and deepen further.

European leaders drop private-sector involvement in bailouts


Hurdles champion Andy Turner has warned there is likely to be a 'major casualty' at next week's Olympic athletics trials.


Designer John Galliano was found guilty on charges of racism by a Parisian court Thursday.

Galliano found guilty of racism by Parisian court


Two Steuben County men today are facing felony charges in connection with a home invasion incident in Hornellsville, Steuben County.

2 face felony charges in connection with home invasion


A driver has been arrested for DUI after allegedly leading police on a chase then crashing into their cruiser.

Driver arrested for DUI after crash with police


The Daily Mirror's John Cross thinks that Arsenal can still keep Samir Nasri out of Manchester United's clutches.


In a bold move in front of members of the news media, Freedom Watch Chairman and Chief Legal Counsel Larry Klayman literally jumped out from behind a line of TV cameras and microphones on Friday, October 24, to serve a complaint on an OPEC oil minister.

Freedom Watch attorney serves complaint on OPEC oil minister


Warren Buffett says he's done with radiation treatments for cancer, and the Oracle of Omaha seems eager to move on.

Warren Buffett says done with radiation treatments


A 6-4, 280-pound senior, Anderson committed over the weekend to play for Ball State and Coach Pete Lembo, who left as Elon's coach after last season to take over at Ball State.


Greatland Corporation today announced it has acquired the brands ExpressTaxForms.com and ExpressChecks.com from Portland, Ore.

Greatland acquires ExpressTaxForms.com and ExpressChecks.com


Korea's Salvation Army said on Thursday it collected a record W4.89 billion in donations in its 2011 donation drive that ended Tuesday.

Salvation Army collects record donations


A piece of space debris narrowly missed the International Space Station on Tuesday in a rare...

Debris narrowly misses International space station


Toyota and Subaru are joining forces to build a new compact sports coupe that will launch in 2011.

Toyota and Subaru join forces for new sports coupe


GORDON Brown last night wrote a letter to David Cameron expressing his ``deep regret'' at the email smear scandal.

Gordon Brown writes 'letter of regret' over smears scandal..


Soulja Boy has been arrested on drug and weapons charges while travelling in a Cadillac Escalade in Temple, Georgia.

Soulja Boy arrested on drug and weapons charges


Al Anbar Province announced that it is ready to hold its first investment conference with the participation of numerous International Companies.

Anbar Province to hold its first investment conference


A 31-year-old man was killed in Earlimart on Wednesday night, a case Tulare County Sheriff's have classified as a homicide.


Elizabeth Hasselbeck broke down in tears during her show 'The View' on Thursday, following a discussion about use of the 'N' word.

Elizabeth Hasselbeck breaks down on the View


Israel and Hamas have failed to conduct credible investigations of alleged war crimes during last year's Gaza war, according to Human Rights Watch.


This weekend Artisphere celebrated its first birthday with two days of community programming and events.


A Galesburg man was arrested Friday night after allegedly stealing a car in Galesburg leading Macomb police on a chase that ended on the Western Illinois University campus.

Galesburg man arrested after allegedly stealing car


Santa Barbara Sheriff's Detectives have released surveillance photos of a recent robbery at a CVS Pharmacy in the Goleta area.

Sheriff's Detectives release surveillance photos


Blockbuster Inc. plans to file for a pre-packaged bankruptcy in September.


Dean of arts and humanities in the College of Letters and Sciences Janet Broughton was appointed the new Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Faculty Welfare Wednesday and will be succeeding Sheldon Zedeck, who is slated to retire on Dec. 31 after serving the campus for more than 40 years.

Dean of arts and humanities appointed as new Vice Provost


``Anything above 250 runs will be good competitive score on wicket like this if conditions remain the same,'' Laxman told reporters at the post-match press conference here.


COLUMBIA, SC A pet food company says it will add about 275 jobs as it expands its plant in Columbia.

Pet food company adding 275 jobs in Columbia


The Phoenix Mercury has signed free agents Marie Ferdinand-Harris and Nakia Sanford, the club announced today.

Mercury signs free agents Marie Ferdinand-Harris and Nakia Sanford


Daredevil Nik Wallenda prepares for his Grand Canyon tightrope walk by facing 91mph winds created by air boats.

Daredevil Nik Wallenda prepares for Grand Canyon tightrope walk


Two Tibetan teenagers have died after setting themselves on fire in Sichuan province, activists and US media said.

Tibetan teenagers die after setting themselves on fire


Tom Gabel, the married lead singer of punk rock band Against Me!, is to become a woman.


Logility Inc., a leading supplier of collaborative solutions to optimize the supply chain, announced on November 1, 2011, that Sandvik, a high-technology, engineering group with advanced products and world-leading positions within selected areas, has selected Logility Voyager Solutions™ to drive enhanced visibility across its global supply chain, improve inventory and demand planning, and elevate its customer service.

Sandvik selects Logility Voyager Solutions


Former Yngwie Malmsteen/Axel Rudi Pell and current Talisman/Trans-Siberian Orchestra vocalist Jeff Scott Soto posted a new music video for ``Damage Control.''

Jeff Scott Soto posts music video for ``Damage Control''


The Android based Samsung Galaxy S would be released simultaneously in 110 countries, according to sources.

Android-based Samsung Galaxy S to be released across countries


In two separate incidents, two schoolgirls went missing on the same day.


SpongeBob SquarePants, the fictional character of Nickolodeon's animated television series, is 10 years old.


Barnes & Noble, the world's largest chain of bookstores, laid off 100 people in its New York headquarters on Wednesday, citing a recent downturn in sales.


Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday previewed the ``third arrow'' of a three-part economic policy aimed at boosting growth in the long-stagnant economy, promising to open the economy through free trade deals, make it easier for women to work and promote growth sectors with private and public support.

Japan pm Shinzo Abe previews 'third arrow' economic policy to boost growth


Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema was named French player of the year by France Football magazine today.


The Minnesota Twins announced after today's game that they will place left-handed pitcher Francisco Liriano on the 15-day disabled list with left shoulder inflammation.

Twins place Francisco Liriano on disabled list


Orica says leaks from its Kooragang Island plant in Newcastle have been an enormous wake up call to the company.


In celebration of Earth Day, HEB is giving away 200,000 reusable shopping bags to customers statewide.


The European Union has condemned the hangings in Iran of 29 people convicted of murder, drug trafficking and other crimes, and called on Tehran to place an immediate moratorium on more executions.

EU condemns hangings in Iran, calls on Tehran to place moratorium on executions


Syrian security forces moved against several schools around the country Wednesday and detained students who demonstrated against President Bashar Assad's regime, while troops shot dead at least four people in central Syria, activists said.


The front-runner Romney, fresh off back-to-back primary wins in Iowa and New Hampshire, held a rally in West Palm Beach Thursday afternoon, and will later attend a fundraiser at the Palm Beach home of Miami Dolphins co-owner Stephen Ross.

Mitt Romney holds rally in West Palm Beach


OJ Simpson, acquitted in a murder trial that gripped America more than a decade ago, was sentenced to up to 33 years in prison on Friday for kidnapping and robbery in a bungled attempt to recover memorabilia of his storied sports career.

Oj Simpson sentenced to up to 33 years in prison


Kohler Co. this afternoon announced it has permanently laid off 50 local workers, attributing the move to the slumping economy.


Ocean County Library is a cool place to hang out, and it's not just for all the great programs, computer classes, internet access, data-bases, CD's, DVD's or the latest ``best selling'' books.

Ocean County Library a ``cool'' place to hang out


Radiohead are to perform their latest album The King of Limbs in its entirety for a broadcast on the BBC.

Radiohead to perform the King of Limbs on BBC


A papal aide says Pope Benedict XVI intends to return to the old way of distributing Communion at Masses.

Pope Benedict XVI to return to old way of distributing Communion


The state football finals will move from their home at Memorial Stadium in Champaign to a new venue in 2013, and the championships will alternate between Memorial Stadium and another site every other year, the Illinois High School Association announced Thursday.

State football finals moving to new venue in 2013


CLIMATE change parliamentary secretary Greg Combet has accused the Greens of ``economic lunacy'' and warned the Liberals against creating havoc for business as the Government increases efforts to save its emissions trading scheme.

Combet accuses Greens of economic lunacy


Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says that he'll play all four quarters of the team's game against the Texans on Sunday.


Israel is nearing a wide-scale operation in the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, a senior Israeli defense official warned Saturday.


Rapper Azealia Banks confirmed the Capital FM that she worked on a song for Lady Gaga, but cannot confirm or deny if it will appear on Mother Monster's forthcoming album.

Azealia Banks confirms she worked on a song for Lady Gaga


Officials said four people were treated for hypothermia after their boat capsized in Davidson County on Saturday.

Four treated for hypothermia after boat capsizes in Davidson County


Hurricane Sandy is already expected to cost more than $20 billion in repairs to homes, offices and major infrastructure, Bloomberg News reports.

Hurricane Sandy expected to cost more than $20 billion


The Jets shut down the high-flying Bills attack en route to a 27-11 victory.


Dr Sheikh Abdul Samad father of sub-judge Chadoora, Javaid Alam and Inspector Isfaq Alam, passed away today after brief illness, at SKIMS, Soura here.


Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney urged Americans to ``hold us accountable'' as he and running mate Rep. Paul Ryan sought to capitalize on momentum coming out of their convention by stumping through key swing states.


The euro fell to a session low against the US dollar below $1.3500 on Friday.


PlaNet Finance, the global non-profit microfinance organisation, says its shea butter project in northern Ghana has employed 3,500 women so far, and will create at least 1,500 more jobs next year.


StepStone, a leading global provider of total talent solutions, today announced three major wins for its solutions business in Germany, with a combined value of '2.5m.

StepStone announces three major wins in Germany


A US federal judge has refused to stop some Canadian beef imports but agreed with lawyers for cattle, consumer and health interests that the US government should revisit rules that protect against the threat of mad cow disease.


Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 16 runs in the first match of the Asia Cup cricket tournament here on Tuesday.


Bobby Braddock, Reba McEntire, and Jean Shepard were officially inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame last night during the intimate, invitation-only Medallion ceremony held at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in downtown Nashville.

Bobby Braddock, Reba McEntire, and Jean Shepard inducted into Country Music Hall of Fame


Bangalore, Jul 26 A history sheeter-turned zilla panchayat member was hacked to death by a gang while his gunman killed one of the assailants on the city outskirts, police said.


Beckham told The Associated Press on Sunday that he's always said he'd continue to play after the World Cup ``and that isn't going to change.

Beckham says he'll play on after World Cup


China says its corruption problem is ``still very serious'' and has set out new measures to tackle it.

China says corruption problem 'still very serious'


Former President George W. Bush wanted his brother Jeb to run for president in 2012, his wife Laura told an audience in Florida on Wednesday.

George W. Bush wanted brother Jeb to run in 2012


More than 1,000 mothers on the Netmums website were asked what they knew about fostering by Modus Fostering Partnership, which supports foster families in Manchester and the North West.


A full military funeral will be held in Kingston Friday for a Canadian officer who died in Afghanistan last week.


At a press conference conducted earlier today, the Windsor Spitfires announced special event details for the 2010 Home Hardware CHL/NHL Top Prospects Event to be hosted in Windsor, with the skills competition being conducted on Tuesday, January 19 at 7 pm and the game being played on Wednesday, January 20 at 7 pm.

Spitfires announce special event details for the


Crafton is searching for a new manager after council accepted Doug Sample's resignation earlier this month.


A new scheme to tackle mortgage application fraud will be launched tomorrow, helping lenders and HM Revenue & Customs work together on applications they consider suspicious.

New scheme to tackle mortgage application fraud


Elton John was branded a 'sinner' by the Orthodox Church in Ukraine last night in the row over his wish to adopt a baby from the country.


Shakti Mohan bagged the second season of Dance India Dance title here on Saturday night.

Shakti Mohan bags Dance India Dance title


No phones will be answered in both Leitrim and Sligo local authorities until 1pm this afternoon as part of ongoing industrial action.


Fashion designer John Galliano was found guilty of using anti-Semitic insults and given a suspended fine on Thursday, at the end of his trial in a Paris court.

Galliano guilty of anti-Semitic insults, given suspended fine


Dubai Internet City today announced the release of 'ICT in the UAE', an industry report prepared in conjunction with regional law firm Al Tamimi & Co, highlighting the maturity of the cyber regulations that have supported the growth of Internet as well as related key technology tools that impact common users.

Dubai Internet City releases ICT in the UAE industry report


The Korah Colts have announced football and girls basketball tryout dates for the fall high school sporting season.

Korah announces football, basketball tryout dates


Cantor Fitzgerald, a private investment bank growing by leaps and bounds, for the first time said it is considering going public as it accelerates expansion plans in a world without rivals such as Bear Stearns and Lehman Brothers.


Gov. Kathleen Sebelius reported for jury duty Monday morning in Shawnee County District Court.


Howard Stern sidekick Artie Lange has been hospitalized in New Jersey for an undisclosed ailment, according to E! ``We can confirm that Artie is in the hospital,'' the comedian's rep said in a statement.


A young woman of age around 25 to 30 year was found killed by hitting with some heavy weapon at her head at a hut constructed at a fish farm at Lairenjam Sabal Leikai under Nambol police station of Bishnupur district.


A West Hazleton man was cited for public drunkenness after he allegedly attempted to enter a borough home Monday afternoon, West Hazleton police said.

West Hazleton man cited for public drunkenness


More job cuts still on the table Updated: 23:16, Tuesday October 9, 2012 The Queensland government has declined to rule out further public service job cuts and says it won't stop state-owned corporations from firing staff.


A driver was killed in a two-vehicle crash at state Highway 60 and state Highway 188, just outside Prairie du Sac on the Columbia County side of the Wisconsin River, according to a news release from the Columbia County Sheriff's Office.


Jantel Lavender scored 17 of her 21 points in the second half to set an NCAA record with her 135th straight double-figure scoring game, leading Ohio State past Georgia Tech 67-60 Monday night in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

Lavender leads Ohio State past Georgia Tech 67-60


A 40-year-old man was found shot dead in the Nishtar Colony police limits on Tuesday.


Greensboro Police say a home was damaged after a driver jumped out of the vehicle while it was still in motion Sunday night.

Home damaged after driver jumps from vehicle


A Simplybusiness.co.uk article by expert Josh Hall said that SMM ``has uses and implications for virtually every profession''.

Social media marketing 'has implications for every profession'


(via MBV) Maybe I'm getting too old to understand the current ways of the information super highway, but how is there already a cover of the new Beach House song ``10 Mile Stereo``? Beach House just released Teen Dream last Tuesday, and now news comes that there is a cover of the eighth track on the album by Little Girls, which you can listen to here.

There's already a cover of new Beach House song ``10 Mile Stereo''


YANGON Indians may soon be able drive down to Myanmar and do business with a country that is perfectly situated to play the role of an economic bridge between India and China and between South and South-East Asia.

Indians will soon be able to drive down to Myanmar, do business


A Canadian man was recently convicted of rape, lewd acts and sodomy and sentenced to 25 years, with 12 years suspended.


(``=UPDATE: Airbus Delivered 38 Aircraft In September,'' published at 1554 GMT, misstated the time period for Boeing's deliveries in the last paragraph. The error also appeared in an earlier version of the story at 1434 GMT. A corrected version follows.)

Airbus delivered 38 aircraft in September


Whitney Houston has been laid to rest at a brief private ceremony in New Jersey.


CryptoLogic Limited, a leading software developer to the global Internet gaming market, announced today that its newly acquired gaming portal, casino.co.uk, and all related Internet casino and poker assets have significantly exceeded established post-closing performance targets over the past six months.

CryptoLogic's newly acquired gaming portal exceeds performance targets


He's one of the most accomplished country singers currently in the music business and he's coming to Sioux Falls.


Fulton County says 11,000 provisional ballots were cast in Tuesday's general election, and state officials say they are investigating what appears to be ``systemic problems'' in the metro Atlanta county.

Fulton Co.: 11,000 provisional ballots cast


E-reader ownership is outpacing that of tablets, according to a new survey.


The European Commission adopted a legislative package for cohesion policy for the period from 2014 until 2020 which is designed to boost growth and jobs across Europe by targeting EU investment on Europe's Growth and Jobs Agenda.


It's an impressive mindset and an accountability-inducing mantra, and it's one reason the Bulls refused to blame a tough whistle for their 111-101 loss to the Pacers on Monday night.

Bulls blame themselves for loss to Pacers


Our third annual ``What Ever Happened To...`` series rolls on with former US national team boss and 2000 MLS Coach of the Year Bob Gansler.


Saudi Arabia, one of the Middle East's biggest car markets, could see the first drop in car imports in 10 years in 2009 as the financial crisis hits the oil-based economy, said analysts and traders.

Saudi Arabia could see first drop in car imports in 10 years


Sen. John O. Jones has withdrawn as a primary candidate in the 54th District.


COMMONWEALTH Bank boss Ralph Norris has volunteered to take a 10 per cent pay cut, reducing his $3.12 million base salary as the bank tightened its belt to weather the global economic crisis.

Commonwealth bank boss Ralph Norris takes cut


West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday suggested that black money stashed away abroad be brought back to the country for state funding of elections.

Mamata suggests black money be brought back for state funding of elections


New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez, the highest paid athlete in the four major sports, has sold his Miami mansion for $30 million.

Alex Rodriguez sells Miami mansion for $30 million


Cuba said 38 Haitian migrants died after a boat they were in sank off the island's eastern coast.

38 Haitian migrants die after boat sinks


Flight for Life was called to the scene of a crash near I-43 and Fond Du Lac Avenue where a car fell 15 feet off the freeway.


Thousand Oaks-based Xirrus is expanding its product line today, saying that it has launched a new, chassis based modular wireless switch.

Xirrus launches chassis-based wireless switch


Interfax China reports that China Mobile has completed a tender for optical broadband equipment in preparation for its long-awaited deployment of a fixed broadband network.

China Mobile completes tender for broadband equipment


Two Las Vegas men pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to conspiring with a US Navy Seal and another man to unlawfully sell machine guns and other firearms and explosives in Las Vegas, Colorado, and elsewhere, Nevada US Attorney Daniel Bogden said.

2 Las Vegas men plead guilty to conspiring to sell machine guns


They unveiled a new reading and learning center at the northwest community center in Pine Hills.


A SHIP that leaked at least 1,000 litres of fuel oil into Aberdeen harbour has been moved into a dry dock.

SHIP leaked 1,000 litres of fuel into Aberdeen harbour


PANALPINA increased its net forwarding revenue in the first nine months of 2008 by 6.9 per cent compared to the first nine months of 2007, currency adjusted even by 13.3 per cent.


Investment in the country may reach Rp2,000 trillion so that the average economic growth target of 7 percent in the coming five years is achievable, the investment chief said.


One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson was stopped for speeding as he rushed to get to the V Festival.


On Monday, Haryana forced former five-time champion Goa to a 2-2 draw and entered the quarterfinal league of the National championship here.


The German embassy in Prague, a haven for East Germans during the final weeks of the Communist regime, may be bought by the country's government.

German embassy in Prague may be bought by government


Barcelona have arrived in Japan for the Club World Cup as they prepare to take on Al Sadd on Thursday.

Fc barcelona arrive in Japan for Club World Cup


Anwar will launch his election campaign later Sunday in his hometown state, despite the looming threat of arrest on sodomy allegations -- which he has insisted are a political smear.

Anwar Ibrahim to launch election campaign


Five Jefferson City residents were arrested Sunday afternoon during a possible burglary in progress and a disturbance.

Five Jefferson City residents arrested during possible burglary in progress


Two more cases of swine flu were reported yesterday in the Simcoe-Muskoka area, bringing the local total to four.


Skilled job vacancies fell by 1.2 per cent in February compared to a month earlier, national data shows.


Montana State University paleontologist Jack Horner will be featured in an upcoming Discovery Channel documentary on the possibility of re-creating dinosaurs.

Jack Horner to be featured on Discovery Channel


Bill Johnson of Poland, who had given strong consideration to running for the 17th Congressional District seat, announced Thursday that he'll seek the GOP nomination in the 6th.


Big industries in Northern Mindanao have resumed normal operations in the wake of tropical storm Sendong, but facilities of many small enterprises, including those in the export sector, were completely washed out.

Big industries in Mindanao resume normal operations


Monday, a monthly survey from the Cabinet Office showed that Japanese consumer confidence rose to 38.1 in June from 36.3 in May.

Japanese consumer confidence rises in June


Joy Behar will leave The View when her contract expires at the end of the summer, the network confirmed.


Indian Army Chief General VK Singh Wednesday claimed that 4,000 Chinese troops are currently present in the Azad Kashmir.


Pan European marketing and communications services group Hasgrove has seen a significant improvement in client activity since its interim results in September.

Hasgrove sees significant improvement in client activity


Nashville International Airport is already prepping for its busiest travel day of the year, thanks to visitors of CMA Fest and Bonnaroo.

Nashville International airport preps for busiest day


Victor Spinetti, who appeared in Beatles films as well as in the West End and on Broadway, has died aged 82.


Gold investment is likely to remain positive for the remainder of this year and the duration of 2010, one expert has stated.

Gold investment likely to remain positive:


Winnie Madikizela-Mandela says government has failed the people of South Africa.


Human trafficking is highly under prosecuted crime in Europe,according to the new report released here by a United Nations body as the continent marks EU Anti-Trafficking Day.

Human trafficking highly under prosecuted crime in Europe:


Militants blew up a girls' school in Khyber district on Thursday, the second such attack in the lawless region on the Afghan border in four days, officials said.

Militants blow up another girls school in Khyber district: officials


The world is facing a period of high oil prices but that will not be unwelcome news to everyone, above all the oil-producing countries themselves, an international forum here heard yesterday.


Tonight a Pardeeville mother grieves the loss of her son, killed during a roadside attack in Pakistan.


Bank of America Corp, the largest US bank by assets, posted its first loss since 1991 and cut the dividend after receiving emergency funds from the government to support the acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co.

Bank of America posts its first loss since 1991


Central bank's balance of payments data show that the current account deficit widened to USD 1.6bn in November from USD 438mn deficit in the same month of last year, mainly on the back of the surge in foreign trade gap.

Current account deficit widens to USD 1.6bn in November.


Turkey deserves all the superlatives, as it has taken stand not caring for its relationship with the US, its membership of the NATO and booming trade with Israel.


Gov. Jerry Brown's office says he has had surgery to remove a cancerous growth on his nose.

Jerry Brown has surgery to remove cancerous growth


Investment bank Shuaa Capital, which earlier this year announced that it would be shedding about 11 per cent of its staff strength, has said that it plans further, ``significant'' job cuts as financial losses mounted in the third quarter of 2011.

Shuaa plans further, ``significant'' job cuts


Amid loud cheers from hundreds of his fans, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today carried the Olympic torch at Southwark here, a day before the opening ceremony of the sporting spectacle.


Lindsay Lohan has been cleared of her SCRAM violation by the LA County Probation Department.

Lindsay Lohan cleared from SCRAM violation


Actress Cassandra Sawtell has been nominated for a 2010 Young Artist Award for her work in CBS's HARPER'S ISLAND alongside Valentina Barron, Ryan Newman, Miley Cyrus, and Miranda Cosgrove.

Cassandra Sawtell nominated for 2010 Young Artist Award


After 46 hours after the collapse of Talwarghatta bridge across the Tungabhadra near Hampi, two bodies were recovered from the debris in the river bed.


A council which was heavily criticised by government watchdogs has been told it still faced some significant challenges.


Tickets are now on sale for the starry Broadway revival of That Championship Season featuring Chris Noth, Brian Cox, Jason Patric and Jim Gaffigan, as well as 24's Emmy-winning star Kiefer Sutherland in his Broadway debut.

Tickets now on sale for That Championship Season, starring Kiefer Sutherland


Indian telecom major Bharti Airtel has an ``unfair market advantage'' over its competitors in Bangladesh, a report said here on Sunday.


Theresa May has told MPs that the Olympic security contractor G4S told ministers only yesterday that it could not fulfil its brief to provide guards for the Games.

Olympic security contractor G4S told ministers only yesterday it could not fulfil brief


Women will spend less on cosmetics in 2010, according to a report published in WWD.

Women to spend less on cosmetics in 2010:


Newly-elected Sen. Angus King announced Wednesday he will caucus with the Senate Democrats, saying ``affiliating with the majority makes sense.''

Sen. Angus King to caucus with the Democrats


Gold and Silver Roman coins that were recently found in Scotland have been held for future Scottish residents through monies from the government and other non profit organizations.

Gold and silver coins to be held for Scotland


Azerbaijan could face a spending crunch next year after the government lowered the price it expects the country's oil to get by almost a third.


Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today said the Reserve Bank was taking steps to arrest the rupee's depreciation.

Rbi taking steps to arrest rupee's depreciation:


Blockbuster Inc. will begin selling concert tickets at about 500 of its video rental stores, bolstering its effort to create a one-stop shop for entertainment.


Executives said the Wall Street bailout bill is no silver bullet for the ailing economy.

Executives Say bailout Plan no silver bullet for economy


Spunky independent Toronto ad agency john st. has been snapped up by a multinational network.

Toronto ad agency john st. snapped up by multinational network


Baltimore Orioles left-hander Brian Matusz is ready to start a minor league rehab assignment.


``I am super excited to play Dawood Ibrahim. My homework is on. I am reading about him and doing research on him. I am all set to play the role,'' Sonu told IANS.

I'm super excited to play Dawood Ibrahim:


General Electric Co. will buy energy equipment maker Dresser Inc. for about $3 billion to capitalize on the boom in natural gas in the US and abroad.

General Electric to buy energy equipment maker Dresser for $3 billion


Two state workers have been fired over allegations of sexual misconduct with female state inmates who helped maintain the grounds at the Governor's Mansion.


BROCKHILL prison, within HMP Hewell, will close in September as part of cost cutting measures by the Government.

Brockhill prison, within HMP Hewell, to close in September


For the fourth time in four studies, Edward Jones financial advisers have rated the firm highest in employee adviser satisfaction among financial investment firms, according to JD Power and Associates.

Edward Jones rated highest in employee adviser satisfaction


Sunday Times photographer Paul Conroy has been smuggled out of the besieged Syrian city of Homs and into Lebanon, according to the Press Association and Reuters.

Photographer Paul Conroy 'smuggled out of syria'


Today FRC Action PAC, the political action committee connected to the Family Research Council, is endorsing Doug Hoffman for Congress representing the twenty-third district of New York.

FRC Action PAC endorses Doug Hoffman for Congress


The head of PML Mian Nawaz Sharif has said that PPPP did not abide by their promises despite Quranic promises.

PPPP did not abide by their promises despite Quranic promises :


A longtime citizen lobbyist who has been a fixture at the state capitol for a quarter-century has been honored by a nonprofit group that fights for the public's right to know.


Veteran linebacker Ray Lewis promised to retire if the Baltimore Ravens win the Super Bowl this season.

Lewis promises to retire if Ravens win Super Bowl


Amid growing allegations of unethical conduct, US Representative Charles Rangel has said that he intends to pay any taxes he owes on foreign investment income, although he is refusing to relinquish his chairmanship of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, which writes tax legislation.


Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh called on President Pratibha Patil at Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Thursday evening.

Prime Minister Singh calls on President Patil


Producers Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli said work on 'Bond 23′ was suspended 'indefinitely' because of uncertainty over the future of the MGM studio, reports burnleyexpress.net.


American sprinter Walter Dix, third in the 100 and 200 meters at the 2008 Olympics and second in both events at last year's World championships, failed to qualify for either event at the London Olympics.

Walter Dix fails to qualify for London Olympics


Center Olin Kreutz returned to practice today, but tight end Desmond Clark, safety Kevin Payne and running back Garrett Wolfe remain out.


Futurebirds, the Athens, GA-based band will release an eight-track live album, Seney-Stovall, on vinyl this weekend exclusively for Record Store Day, April 21st.

Futurebirds to release live album for Record Store Day


With Wallace's help, we asked several classes: ``What gift would you bring Jesus for Christmas?''