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The world could run out of chocolate within 40 years, Scientists Say

January 02, 2018

The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is warning that if the temperatures keep rising by 2.1C every year over the next 30 years it could wipe out the cocoa plants entirely. Jennifer Doudna, the geneticist who invented CRISPR, is overseeing the collaborative effort with Mars, the company behind Snickers and M&M's. An ardent tomato nursery worker, Doudna figures her device can profit everybody from substantial food organizations like Mars to singular specialists like herself.

Children's snacking habits setting them up for obesity in later life

January 02, 2018

Children should be allowed just two low-calorie snacks a day to stop them becoming obese, guidance says. "Tactics need to include: mandatory product reformulation; clear front-of-pack colour-coded labelling; a ban on promotions of foods and drinks high in fat, salt and sugar; as well as tighter restrictions on marketing and advertising, which hugely influence children's food and drink preferences", said Action on Sugar chairman Graham MacGregor, professor of cardiovascular medicine at Queen ...

Pagasa lifts Cebu storm warning

January 02, 2018

As of 2:00 p.m., PAGASA lifted its storm signal warning over several areas in Visayas. 1 has been raised over the provinces of Palawan including Cuyo Island, Guimaras, Negros Oriental, Negros Occidental, southern Antique, and southern Iloilo.

Diabetes Drug Shows Promise against Alzheimer's Disease

January 02, 2018

Holscher and his colleagues have been investigating the connections between Alzheimer's, type 2 diabetes , and other metabolic diseases. Type 2 diabetes is known to be a risk factor for Alzheimer's. The advantages of the "triple agonist" drugs have not been tested on humans yet. Dr David Reynolds, chief scientific officer at Alzheimer's Research UK, echoed this, but added: "There is a long road between studies that show an effect in animals and treatments in the hands of patients, ...

Loranger Sells 17139 Shares of Xylem Inc (NYSE:XYL) Stock

January 02, 2018

About 1.05 million shares traded or 28.82% up from the average. (NYSE:KAI). Alps Advisors stated it has 0% in Kadant Inc. It has outperformed by 4.06% the S&P500. Ims Capital Management who had been investing in Altria Group Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $136.26B market cap company. Vanguard Group Inc.

Over 700 Boko Haram captives escape to freedom in Nigeria

January 02, 2018

Numerous captives were farmers, fishermen and their families who were held by the terrorists as slaves, said military spokesman Timothy Antigha. He said the military was monitoring the escaped captives to ensure there are no militants hiding among them.

Paul Pogba's Positive Influence At Manchester United Reflected In Stunning Stat

January 02, 2018

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba reveals his delight as Monday's 2-0 victory over Everton sees the Red Devils return to winning ways in the Premier League . Pogba's importance435 - It's now 435 days since Paul Pogba last ended on the losing team in a Premier League game (October 23rd 2016 v Chelsea). With the unavailability of the freshly injured Romelu Lukaku and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who has been sidelined again for at least a month, Mourinho's side really need to step ...

Rana Daggubati's Haathi Mere Saathi's First Look Is Fierce

January 02, 2018

After terrifying us with his snarly performance as Bhalladheva in Baahubali 2, Rana Daggubati is out to make friends with Earth's largest land-dwelling animal in his next movie. To be released in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, Haathi Meri Saathi is touted to hit the screens for Diwali this year. Critically acclaimed Tamil filmmaker Prabhu Solomon is going to helm this project.

How Analysts Feel About Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL)?

January 02, 2018

Chase Investment Counsel Corp who had been investing in Burlington Stores Inc for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $8.40 billion market cap company. Penn Cap Inc stated it has 49,064 shares or 0.35% of all its holdings. Credit Suisse Ag accumulated 61,947 shares. Nordea Inv has 23,436 shares. Moreover, Etrade Capital Mgmt Ltd Liability Corporation has 0.02% invested in Burlington Stores, Inc.

Mgic Investment Corporation Wis (NYSE:MTG) Short Interest Increased By 7.03%

January 02, 2018

MGIC Investment Corp. has a 1-year low of $9.68 and a 1-year high of $15.64. Zacks Investment Research lowered shares of MGIC Investment from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 4th. The firm earned "Buy" rating on Monday, December 12 by Deutsche Bank. Barclays Capital maintained the shares of MTG in report on Thursday, October 19 with "Overweight" rating.

Will DRC President Joseph Kabila step down?

January 02, 2018

Catholic churches and activists had called for peaceful demonstrations after Sunday mass, one year after they oversaw the signing of an accord that set a new election date to ease tensions in the mineral-rich country. The police had banned the demonstrations and said that all gatherings of more than five people would be dispersed to ensure public order. At the Notre Dame du Congo cathedral in Kinshasa's Lingwala district, where opposition leader Felix Tshisekedi was attending mass, dozens of ...

World Health Organization Lists Video Gaming Addiction as a Disorder

January 02, 2018

The WHO is planning to add the term " Gaming Disorder " to its official list of diseases in 2018, according to a draft of the organisation's 2018 International Classification of Diseases . "How gaming involves them is more similar to other fun activities like eating chocolate, having sex, getting a good grade, etc., not heroin or cocaine".

Medical Commission Bill: Doctors to boycott OP tomorrow

January 01, 2018

Due to the protest, Out Patient Department (OPD) services across 140-odd private hospitals in the coastal state are likely to remain affected. Healthcare services in private hospitals in Goa are likely to remain affected tomorrow as the Goa unit of the Indian Medical Association ( IMA ) today made a decision to join a protest called against a bill seeking to replace the Medical Council of India (MCI) with a new body.

As Bristol (BMY) Market Value Declined, Huntington National Bank Trimmed Its Stake

January 01, 2018

Chemung Canal Trust Company bought 28,653 shares as the company's stock declined 1.04% while stock markets rallied. The institutional investor held 832,222 shares of the major pharmaceuticals company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $53.05M, down from 845,377 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Mark Ingram, Heisman House coming to Sugar Bowl

January 01, 2018

Didn't convert any third downs until late in the fourth quarter. The victor of the Sugar Bowl will face the victor of the Georgia vs. Oklahoma Rose Bowl for the national title. He's quicker and a little more physical between the tackles, but there's a reason why Clemson is barely in the top half when it comes to yards per play on offense.

Woman battling cancer gets married hours before passing away

December 31, 2017

After the ceremony, Mosher told the CBS affiliate WFSB News , "It reminds me of someone who is crossing the finish line of a marathon or something". Her final words were the vows she made to David, before she passed away 18 hours later. Heather Mosher (r.) and David Mosher in a photo posted to Facebook on October 10, 2016. By September this year, the cancer was in her brain and a couple months later, she was on life support with a breathing tube.

Meghan Markle's Sister Hits Back at Prince Harry's Family Remark

December 31, 2017

The Queen noted in her annual Christmas message that the family was looking forward "to welcoming new members into it next year". " Harry has already told the Obamas he wants them at the wedding but because of the political side of things, like the enormous pressure that would follow to invite the Trumps, their appearance at the wedding hangs in the balance".

Yemen war: Saudi-led strikes 'kill 68 civilians in one day'

December 31, 2017

Officials in Yemen's mostly Saudi-based government said 32 civilians were killed in a Saudi-led coalition air strike on a market in the Taiz region earlier this week, disputing a United Nations death toll of 56. The conflict began soon after the Iran-backed Houthi rebels seized power in Yemen in January 2015. The Yemeni capital of Sanaa is under the control of the Houthi forces since clashes erupted in late November between former allies - the Houthis and supporters of former Yemeni ...

Four students arrested in Delhi for drug peddling

December 31, 2017

They used to outsource the drugs from Himachal Pradesh and supplied it to the other college going students across Delhi-NCR. During interrogation, Kumar confessed to the police that he had been using drugs ever since he took admission at Delhi University almost three years ago.

First child flu death reported

December 31, 2017

Some central IN hospitals have begun restricting visitors because of the increased number of flu cases IN the state. Over the past week there has been a sharp increase in the number of people seeking medical attention. This year, 1,250 people were inoculated. There are many reports indicating that flu shots are not 100 percent effective but are still necessary during the flu season.

EPL: Mohamed Salah stars in Liverpool comeback; Chelsea thrash Stoke

December 31, 2017

It's important that we keep supporting him but not put too much pressure on him", Milner said. Klopp is facing multiple injury problems ahead of the Swansea City clash. Very organised and an incredible threat on the counter. The Reds will be looking to round off the year with a win as they take on mid-table Leicester at Anfield , with new signing Virgil van Dijk watching on.

Jordan Ayew on target as Swansea win

December 30, 2017

Ayew struck an 85th-minute equaliser and substitute Narsingh netted a 90th-minute victor for Swansea after Peru forward Andre Carrillo gave Watford an 11th-minute lead with a close-range header after visiting keeper Lukasz Fabianski could only parry Richarlison's fierce shot from a tight angle.

Baby Born at Grocery Store That Luckily Delivers

December 30, 2017

Sepulveda and butcher Alberto Casias got on the floor with the woman and Casias caught the child with his burgundy apron, the Post said, and Sepulveda cut umbilical cord with a pair of scissors when she saw it wrapped around the baby's neck.

Twitter Reaction: Canada falls to U.S. in outdoor WJC game

December 30, 2017

U.S. twice came back from two-goal deficits to take the contest 4-3 in a shootout. Team USA (2-0-0-1/W-OTW-OTL-L) will close preliminary round play on Sunday, Dec. The relentless snow piling up on the ice surface yielded not only unsafe conditions for players on both sides, but made it almost impossible to stick handle, pass or carry the puck - resulting in a sloppy brand of play that overshadowed what should be the marquee round-robin matchup of the tournament.

Penn State seniors hope to finish off comeback

December 30, 2017

It's the eve of the 47 annual PlayStation Fiesta Bowl , as ninth-ranked Penn State (10-2, 7-2 Big Ten) prepares to meet No. 11 Washington (10-2, 7-2 Pac-12) in its seventh appearance at a bowl destination that's proven both triumphant and historic across the years.

Vidharbha lad bags second-ever hat-trick in Ranji Trophy final

December 30, 2017

Gurbani therefore becomes only the second bowler to pick up a hat-trick in the Ranji Trophy final after Tamil Nadu's B Kalyanasundaram. The first victim for the right-arm pacer came in the 39th over of the innings, when he got the edge of Delhi's skipper Rishab Pant for 21 runs.

Gunman launches deadly attack on Coptic church near Cairo

December 30, 2017

The claim, which was carried by the group's Aamaq news agency, said Friday's attack was carried out by a "security detail" and that one of its men was "martyred" in it. Gerges said he was walking along a nearby street when the gunfire broke out. "We stayed inside for 30 minutes before we were able to get out". Coptic Christians in Egypt have been under attack by extremist organisations in various incidents.

Boosts Stake in Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:DLR)

December 30, 2017

More notable recent Digital Realty Trust , Inc. (NYSE: DLR ) has risen 23.90% since December 29, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 7.20% the S&P500. Amalgamated Financial Bank has 0.1% invested in Digital Realty Trust , Inc. The rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets with "Buy" on Friday, November 10.

Number of flu cases high in Alabama

December 30, 2017

UT Medical Center infection prevention manager Jennifer Radtke tells the Knoxville News Sentinel that although it's too early to determine if this winter will be a bad season for the flu , the hospital has seen growth in the number of reported cases this month.

Kentucky dominates in annual UK-Louisville game, winning 90-61

December 30, 2017

In the latest chapter of the storied rivalry between United Kingdom and Louisville basketball, the Cats came away with their fifth straight home win against the Cardinals, beating interim head coach David Padgett's team 90-61. ABOUT KENTUCKY (9-2): The Wildcats start five freshmen, and their youth has shown in losses to Kansas and UCLA. Mahmoud put himself back on the bench two minutes into the half.

What is lake-effect snow?

December 30, 2017

A winter storm watch is in effect from 7 a.m. December 29 through 4 a.m. December 31 for Lake and Ashtabula counties, according to the National Weather Service . The heaviest snow bands are expected across Lake, northern Ashtabula and Erie County in Pennsylvania Friday . The arctic front crosses CNY Saturday evening which will bring a burst of snow and another blast of very cold air.

UK Drunk Tanks May Be Rolled Out Nationwide

December 29, 2017

The Scottish Government said it was not aware of any operating north of the border. An estimated 12-15 per cent of attendances at emergency departments in the United Kingdom are due to alcohol intoxication. They are usually staffed by ambulance workers and nurses and sited in city centres, away from hospitals . Paramedics staff the vehicles to provide basic treatment.

Twinkle Khanna shares heartfelt message for dad Rajesh Khanna on birthday

December 29, 2017

The actress shared a heartfelt post on Twitter today to wish her late father. Known as Bollywood's first superstar , Rajesh Khanna was the star of hit films like Aradhana , Anand, Kati Patang and Safar . She and her husband, Akshay Kumar , have been sharing pics from their vacay on their social media platforms giving us major family goals. Now she is holidaying for New Year with her husband Akshay and kids Nitara and Aarav in Cape Town , South Africa.

Just the Facts on India Globalization Capital, Inc. (IGC)

December 29, 2017

Looking further out we can see that the stock has moved 350.00% over the year to date. The short interest to India Globalization Capital Incorporated's float is 2.51%. Considering that the stock daily volume of 5.77 million shares, this represents a pretty noteworthy shoot in volume. A stock price loss will yield a negatively weighted alpha.

United States man almost decapitated girlfriend with samurai sword in Houston killing

December 29, 2017

When they arrived, they found 36-year-old Aracely Jernigan dead in the living room. Her identification has not been released. Police said Lockings Jr. She said Jernigan had recently moved back to Houston after spending a few months in Mexico with her family. Neighbor Marie Carrier said Lockings was known to have mental issues, saying "he was really messed up in the head".

Will This New Hard-Hitting Advert Make You Stop Smoking?

December 29, 2017

To help explain the on-going internal harm caused, the advert shows seven life-long smokers who declare their intention to quit after seeing the results of a laboratory demonstration. Elevated levels of these substances were seen in the participants' blood and can lead to an increased risk of major damage to the body. Simon Clark, director of smokers' lobby group Forest, said: "It wouldn't be New Year without an anti-smoking campaign created to scare smokers to quit".

Apple's Latest Patent Application Suggests Non-Contact Wireless Charging is Close

December 29, 2017

Now, two patent applications from Apple have been spotted, hinting at what the iPhone maker may offer its users in the wireless charging space in the future. As a result, the net power available to the devices is even less. The power profiler works so as to remember the order of priority for charging the devices - if the user wants their Apple Watch to be fully charged before their iPad, for instance.

Flagler County man rigs door in an attempt to electrocute his wife

December 29, 2017

At one point during the trip, Wilson got up and left her father's home after accusing her of cheating through texts, an arrest report stated. A spark flew from the door when deputies kicked it in to enter the house. Flagler County Sheriff's deputies say a man rigged his front door to electrocute those who tried to open it. Deputies said one set of electrical wiring appeared to be a cord that had been cut from a lamp's electrical bulb used for a salt rock lamp in a nearby bedroom.

Us Bancorp (USB) Shareholder Arizona State Retirement System Raised Its Holding

December 29, 2017

The stock traded within a range of $53.71 and $54.01. A total of 3.75 Billion shares exchanged at hands and its average trading volume is standing at 5.61 Million shares. Bancorp from a "sell" rating to a "hold" rating in a report on Monday, October 30th. The institutional investor owned 93,050 shares of the financial services provider's stock after selling 4,513 shares during the period.

Reaffirms Overweight Rating for British American Tobacco (BATS)

December 29, 2017

Dubuque Bank & Trust Company who had been investing in Pnc Financial Services Group I for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $69.29B market cap company. Goldman Sachs Group raised British American Tobacco from a "neutral" rating to a "buy" rating in a research note on Monday, October 9th. The rating was reinitiated by Bank of America on Tuesday, August 4 with "Buy".

Myanmar releases journalists, staff arrested over drone

December 29, 2017

Cameraman Lau Hon Meng from Singapore, reporter Mok Choy Lin from Malaysia, Aung Naing Soe - a local journalist who was interpreting for the pair - and driver Hla Tin were detained by police on October 27 near Myanmar's parliament building in the capital Naypyitaw.

California sees moderate flu activity earlier than expected

December 29, 2017

It's earlier than expected, but California is already seeing moderate flu activity, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. CDC's weekly "FluView Report" says that widespread flu activity is up from 12 states, almost doubling last week's number.

To borrow Rs 50000 cr for current fiscal year

December 29, 2017

However, the Arun Jaitley-headed Finance Ministry issued a statement saying there will be no change in the net borrowing as envisaged in the Budget for 2017-18. Collections under the GST have been marred by two reasons: the complex structure of the new regime and low demand. Total collections under the GST in November slipped for the second straight month to Rs 80,808 crore, down from Rs 83,346 crore in the previous month.

'Arvind Kejriwal Treated Like a Peon by Delhi's Lieutenant Governor'

December 29, 2017

Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal told the Rajya Sabha that the Delhi government doesn't have any power and the LG treats the CM as a " Chaprasi ". Kurien asked Puri to "sort out the friction between Lt Governor and Delhi Chief Minister". ". this one-upmanship should end", he said, as Opposition members hissed "shame".

Cut calorie intake to 1800 a day, official advice to say

December 29, 2017

The government claim that most Brits are eating 200-300 calories more than we should every day. There will be a simple rule of thumb to help them do this: 400:600:600 - people should aim for 400 calories from breakfast and 600 each from lunch and dinner.

Flu season impacts hospital visitors

December 29, 2017

Symptoms include cough, sore throat, fever, chills, aches, runny or stuffy nose, vomiting or diarrhea. The Greater Dayton Area Hospital said Thursday the visitation restriction will be set in place Friday, December 29 for the adult short-term acute care areas.

The first death occurs in Monterey County's 2017-18 flu season

December 29, 2017

For up to date information on the flu in the state, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health's flu website. The flu victim was an adult who was younger than 65-years-old. Overall, there have been six elderly deaths - three were ages 50 to 64, two were ages 25 to 49 and one between ages 5 and 17. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or your elbow when you cough or sneeze.

First NC child dies from flu-related illness in 2017-18 season

December 29, 2017

The victim was an 83-year-old New Castle County woman living in a nursing home. The Public Health Department said in a statement it does not track exact numbers of cases, and county officials did not respond to a Tribune request for further comment by deadline.

Singer Joy Villa alleges Corey Lewandowski assaulted her at Trump hotel party

December 29, 2017

Citing her respect for Lewandowski's work on the Trump campaign and her fear of bringing shame to his family, Villa said she did not decide to file a report with the Metropolitan Police Department until she was approached by a reporter at Politico this month.

Nova Home Loans Arizona Bowl boosts Tucson's economy

December 29, 2017

The road from then to now has included more potholes than pavement. Utah State's Koby McEwen scored a game-high 24. The game will likely be determined by the other units, New Mexico State's defense and Utah State's offense. In their last game, they through the ball for just over 450 yards against the Jaguars. Rogers also has tossed 26 touchdowns and thrown 16 interceptions.

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