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Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) EPS Estimated At $3.24

January 02, 2018

Cetera Investment Advisers boosted its holdings in shares of Canadian National Railway by 18.4% during the 3rd quarter. The fund owned 143,575 shares of the transportation company's stock after buying an additional 32,320 shares during the quarter.

$2.38 EPS Expected for General Dynamics Corporation (GD)

January 02, 2018

It has outperformed by 19.71% the S&P500. Finally, Franklin Resources Inc. boosted its stake in General Dynamics by 1.9% in the 2nd quarter. Proshare Advisors Llc decreased its stake in Renaissancere Holdings Ltd (RNR) by 3.19% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Blazers' Damian Lillard (hamstring) planning on returning to action on Tuesday

January 02, 2018

The Portland Trail Blazers look for another victory after splitting their last eight games . "Whenever I see an advantage for me to attack, I try to do that", he said. After being down by 11 in the 3 quarter, the Hawks ratcheted up the defense and completely shut down the Blazers' limited offensive players. Jusuf Nurkic is the third double-digit scorer and Shabazz Napier is dishing 1.8 assists.

TVS Motor hits fresh 52-week high on December sales growth

January 02, 2018

Tata Motors Ltd is now trading at Rs432.2, up by Rs6.8 or 1.6% from its previous closing of Rs425.4 on the BSE . Earlier, the stock hit a 52 week high of 794.90 level on BSE. Total two-wheeler registered growth of 37.9% with sales increasing from 179,551 units in December 2016 to 247,630 units in December 2017. In the domestic market, the company sold 40,447 units in the commercial vehicles segment, a sharp growth of 62% compared to 24,998 unis in December 2016.

Four people stabbed to death in London on New Year's Eve

January 02, 2018

Late on Sunday evening, an 18-year-old was killed in a knife attack in Enfield in the northern part of London, a 20-year-old man died as a result of knife injuries in West Ham, east London, while in the south, in Tulse Hill, a 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death.

Surge in Irish passport applications from UK

January 02, 2018

Under Irish law, anyone with an Irish parent or grandparent or born in Ireland is entitled to a passport. It's been announced that over 160,000 Irish passports were issued to those in Britain and Northern Ireland previous year, whilst the number of British born Irish descendents claiming citizenship soared by 95%.

GM Rick Smith says he'll return to Texans after leave

January 02, 2018

Despite a 4-12 record the Texans 2017 season could be one of the most productively impactful seasons in franchise history. Smith said that he will return to the team, but that he expects to be away for at least a year. "This is not a referendum on my tenure, because my tenure is not over", Smith said. Smith has been responsible for drafting stars like J.J. "When we got the diagnosis, we had a meeting and I [told the football operations staff], listen, I am going to be distracted, and I ...

Michigan Hikes Minimum Wage By 35 Cents

January 02, 2018

But states have also worked against municipalities looking to raise wage floors even higher. The increase is all part of a bigger plan, to increase the minimum wage across the board to $15.00 an hour by 2023. Michigan's minimum hourly wage increased 35 cents to $9.25 effective January 1. The wage increases were the result of either new legislation, successful ballot measures, or inflation-related adjustments established by existing formulas.

USGS: First quake of new year reported in Kansas

January 02, 2018

It was recorded about 3 3/4 miles east-southeast of the town at a depth of about 3 miles. The U.S.G.S. reports a second quake of preliminary magnitude 2.8 struck less than 30 minutes later in the same area. ABC7 viewers said they felt the seismic event in Chino, Riverside and Eastvale. People commenting on the Enid News & Eagle's Facebook page reported feeling the temblor across Oklahoma, as far south as Edmond and north to Cherokee.

Odisha to get only 50% of 'mining compensation' till Dec 31

January 02, 2018

However, a few officials in the Mines department said that lack of clarity in cases where leaseholders have partially paid the compensation owed to the government. "There is no scope for them [leaseholders] to request extra time. We are hopeful that SC would take a considerate view", he said. Instead, it is deposited in a specific account for the use of Odisha Mineral Bearing Areas Development Corporation (OMBADC).

Alabama Democrat officially declared victor in US Senate race

January 02, 2018

The complaint alleges that out-of-state voters were allowed to vote, and questions the integrity of results from Jefferson County, which is 43% black and saw a 47% turnout rate, which Moore called "highly unusual"-i.e. "I have stood for the truth about God and the Constitution for the people of Alabama", he said. The official numbers certified Thursday showed that Jones slightly expanded his lead over Moore.

Crews work to fix water main break in Lynchburg

January 02, 2018

A water main broke on Main Street next to Mildred Merrill Park on New Year's morning. Approximately 11 homes on Manor Court SW will be without water as crews work to fix a 2-inch water connection. Madison Water Utility leaves notes on the doors of homes affected encouraging people to draw water into containers before the work starts. Crews responded to calls at 7:49 p.m.as water spouted roughly 30 feet in the air on Huntington Ave.

Thirteen monkeys die in fire at safari park in the UK

January 02, 2018

Paul Goddard, fire station commander at Kempston, told the BBC he was "surprised at the amount of animals still in the cage which couldn't get out" while firefighters desperately tried to put out the blaze. Firefighters found the Patas monkey house ablaze with the roof caved in when they arrived. "They fought the fire using fire hoses while wearing breathing apparatus to protect themselves from the smoke and fumes".

Indian H-1B Visa Holders in US Face Deportation

January 02, 2018

Coming to stats, it is believed that an estimated 50,000- 75,000 Indian H-1B visa holders will be deported back to the country. The proposal to put further restrictions on the existing rules is a part of President Donald Trump's " Buy American , Hire American " initiative promised during the 2016 campaign.

Palestinians pan 'outrageous' Likud support for annexing parts of West Bank

January 02, 2018

According to Al-Jazeera, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas had earlier said that they would not accept any peace plan from the USA, after Trump's Jerusalem move. On December 6, Trump reversed decades-old USA policy, when he recognised Jerusalem as Israel's capital, prompting worldwide criticism and sparking protests across the world.

Winter Storm Watch Thursday

January 02, 2018

A heavy mix of snow, sleet, and ice is possible Wednesday, and unsafe road conditions are anticipated, according to forecasters. The winter storm watch is calling for possible snow accumulations up to 2-inches and accumulations of ice as well as a "light glaze" are possible.

After "swatting" death in Kansas, 25-year old arrested in Los Angeles

January 02, 2018

Friday by Los Angeles police on suspicion of making the swatting call. He has been arrested at least twice before, according to county records - once a year ago for unknown reasons, and once in 2015, when he called a phony bomb threat in to the ABC affiliate in Glendale, the station reported .

Death toll in Iran unrest climbs to 21

January 02, 2018

Largely spontaneous, the protests have stemmed from concerns about rising living costs, unemployment, rampant corruption and a stagnant economy, "but have developed into a broader-based outcry against the regime", says CNN . While some have shared Trump's tweets, many in Iran distrust him because he has refused to re-certify the nuclear deal and his travel bans have blocked Iranians from getting U.S.

General Electric (GE) Shares Sold by TCI Wealth Advisors Inc

January 02, 2018

The institutional investor held 184,039 shares of the consumer electronics and appliances company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $4.45M, down from 201,637 at the end of the previous reported quarter. General Electric Company (NYSE:GE) enjoyed a 1.16% run-up in share price since hitting record low of $17.25. Therefore 38% are positive. Vetr downgraded shares of General Electric from a "strong-buy" rating to a "buy" rating and set a $25.63 price target for the company.in a research report on ...

One of million-dollar lottery tickets sold at Weis Markets in Garrisonville

January 02, 2018

Tickets for the raffle went on sale in October and sold out on December 12th. The winning store's owner, Louis Flanagan, said: "This is incredible news". "With more than 5,000 prizes the odds of winning this year were increased". 5,056 players won prizes between €500 and €1 million - find out if you're a victor here.

Victim in CT restaurant shooting dies, police seek 2 suspects

January 02, 2018

An autopsy will be conducted Tuesday to rule the cause and manner of death. He says in a tweet that it appears to be an "isolated incident". Officials are searching for Leanne Robitaille (left) and James Goolsby (right). Both are considered risky. Those with information are asked to call detective Claire Hearn at 860-645-5549. Police were called to the restaurant where Jackson, Goolsby and Robitaille all worked, just after opening in the busy Plaza at Buckland Hills around 11:45 a.m.

Surprise passenger prompts Delta flight to return to…

January 02, 2018

Flight crew spent more than an hour in vain trying to catch the small bird, thought to be a hummingbird. The plane returned to Detroit and the bird was set free, and all human passengers eventually made it to Atlanta. The plane turned back toward Detroit where it landed safely and the bird was released. But ultimately they chose to proceed as scheduled and fly the plane to Atlanta.

Facebook apologizes for mistakes in removing hate speech

January 02, 2018

The idea behind the law is to get rid of hate speech , fake news and illegal material online. According to this law, after intimating a social media network or a website about the illegal content or hate-inducing content on its platform if the offensive content is not taken down, then the fine will be applicable.

Cold snap to stretch through first week of 2018

January 02, 2018

Wednesday: Mostly cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 43. New Years Eve is trending clearer than Sunday morning, and that means colder temperatures without clouds to stop radiational cooling. Skies will start partly cloudy, but we expect to see some sunshine by the afternoon along with a brisk northwest wind at 5 to 10 miles per hour. There will be a 50 percent chance of precipitation.

As protests persist, Rouhani warns Iran will respond to 'lawbreakers'

January 02, 2018

The protests appear to have been sparked by social media posts and a surge in prices of basic food supplies, such as eggs and poultry. "The spreading of violence, fear and terror will definitely be confronted", he said. State media confirmed that both Instagram and Telegram had been blocked, with a source saying it was done as a safety measure. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov also tweeted a public message, explaining why the account was suspended.

Trump Zeroes In on Abedin, Comey; Says DOJ Should 'Act'

January 02, 2018

Trump suggested that Abedin has not been properly punished for her email use and has been protected by members of the "Deep State" in the Justice Department. Abedin, the top aide to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton , used her insecure personal email provider to conduct sensitive work. The initial hack occurred in 2014 and allowed his associates to access accounts into 2015 and 2016 by using forged cookies.

Right-Wing Writer Accuses Chrissy Teigen Of Trafficking Her Own Child

January 02, 2018

The happy couple announced they were expecting their second child last month, with Chrissy enlisting the help of their adorable daughter Luna to reveal the news in an Instagram video clip. Come to find out, an unauthorized passenger was on the flight and the crew didn't realize it until 4 hours into the trip. She wrote , "We uhhhhh went ahead and canceled our connecting flight to Nagoya and 3-hour vehicle ride for...

North Korea is hijacking computers to mine cryptocurrency

January 02, 2018

It's not known whether the hackers have compromised other organisations, but Kwak warned that his analysis of the South Korean company's server indicated that Andariel took control of it completely "undetected". Just last month, Thomas P. Bossert, Homeland Security Advisor to the President of the United States, confirmed that North Korea was behind the WannaCry ransomware attack , which encrypted hundreds of thousands of systems' files and asked for a ransom in Bitcoin to release them.

Tiger Zinda Hai earns Rs. 272 crores at BO

January 02, 2018

As per reports, the film Tiger Zinda Hai collected Rs 254 Cr plus box office income in the span of 10 days of its release. "Film critic Taran Adarsh tweeted: " #TigerZindaHai commences New Year with a POWER-PACKED PUNCH. Biz witnesses TREMENDOUS GROWTH... [Week 2] Friday 11.56 cr, Sat 14.92 cr, Sun 22.23 cr, Monday 18.04 cr. The film raked in a whooping Rs 206.04 crore in the first week itself, entering the Rs 100 crore club during its release weekend.

"Swatting" Suspect In Wichita Shooting May Have Done Same Prank To KABC

January 02, 2018

KitGuru Says: This isn't the first fatal incident of a swatting and, unfortunately, it likely isn't going to be the last. Meanwhile, the man who called in the swatting prank has been arrested in California. "The irresponsible acts of a prankster put people's lives at risk", said Livingston, the deputy Wichita chief. According to Livingston, Finch was ordered to put his arms in the air but instead moved a hand toward his waistband.

Iran plays down violent protests

January 02, 2018

Nearly nine years since the "Green movement" reformist protests were crushed by the state, Iran's adversaries voiced their support for the resurgence of anti-government sentiment. According to Iran-based news outlet the Young Journalists Club, a protester opened fire on police officers with a shotgun, wounding four at the scene.

Twins born in different years

January 02, 2018

The first baby born in Kern County in 2018 was in Delano. The second twin, a girl, was born 12:16 a.m on Monday. Mother Maria Espernza Flores Rios is celebrating a rare occurrence after her twin babies were born in two different years. The unlikely event of a miracle birth like this also gifted their parents the opportunity to take home more than $3,000 worth of baby supplies, which were donated to the hospital by local community groups.

Nine injured after fire breaks out at a building in the Bronx

January 02, 2018

The blaze reportedly broke out on the first floor of the building that houses a furniture store. - A heroic U.S. Army Soldier is among the dead in Thursday's tragic apartment fire in New York City. That same morning, a second fire burned, also at a multistory apartment building on Knox Place in the Norwood section of the Bronx. Firefighters are battling a stubborn six-alarm fire at a building in the Bronx.

White House voices support of Iranian protests

January 02, 2018

Amid not-so-subtle calls for regime change in Iran, critics on Monday blasted President Donald Trump and his neoconservative allies on the right for misrepresenting and exploiting recent protests in the nation. "Things are not working out economically for ordinary Iranians", he added. The demonstrations broke out last week, starting in the holy city of Mashhad and spreading to other parts of the country, including the capital, Tehran.

Bridgewater's Bruce Steinberg Killed in Plane Crash With Family

January 02, 2018

A U.S. State Department official confirmed that multiple U.S. citizens had died, but said the agency would not provide further details out of respect for the affected families. "We have our entire Costa Rica team on the ground to assist in this tragedy, in addition to a member of our executive team, who is [en] route to Costa Rica".

South Korea proposes high-level talks with the North

January 02, 2018

Moon called them a "positive response" to Seoul's hope that the Pyeongchang Olympics would be a "groundbreaking opportunity for peace". Moon said he would ask the Unification Ministry - the government department responsible for inter-Korean relations - and the Ministry of Culture and Sports "to quickly come up with follow-up measures for the speedy restoration of South-North Korean dialogue and realize the North Korean delegation's participation in the Pyeongchang Olympics".

At least 6 injured after fire breaks out at Bronx building: FDNY

January 02, 2018

Firefighters in NY are battling a large building fire in the Bronx, Tuesday morning. The blaze comes only days after the deadliest residential fire to hit New York City in at least a quarter century swept through a Bronx apartment building, killing 12 people.

German far-right MP faces police complaint over 'incitement'

January 02, 2018

Von Storch hit the roof when Cologne police tweeted a Happy New Year greeting in Arabic. Von Storch's Twitter account was suspended for 12 hours, and a similar message that she posted on Facebook was removed by the social media site. Von Storch, whose grandfather served as finance minister under Hitler, clarified that her computer mouse had slipped. The AfD defended Von Storch's characterization of Muslims; AfD leader Alice Weidel wrote on Facebook that authorities were submitting to ...

At least 20 dead as Iran protests rage on

January 02, 2018

A member of the Revolutionary Guards was killed in nearby Kahriz Sang, and a passer-by in the town of Kahriz Sang - all in the region around the cultural centre of Isfahan. "I demand all prosecutors across the country to get involved and the approach should be strong", he said. Rouhani also stressed Monday that Iran 'has seen many similar events and passed them easily'.

Russia Warns Against Foreign Meddling in Iran After Trump Tweet

January 02, 2018

Last week he invited Coast Guard members to golf and have lunch. In a twitter post earlier this morning, the President said, 'Iran is failing at every level despite the awful deal the USA made with them under the Obama administration'.

Missing Charlottesville woman last seen leaving home Friday

January 02, 2018

Authorities did not say if they're treating the case as a homicide and did not release details of earlier searches of the home. Police announced Monday evening that Miller's body was found in her residence. However, her fiance became anxious after he had not heard from her for close to 24 hours. "Of course she has no phone", said Marian McConnell, Molly's mother.

Jo Konta through to Brisbane quarters after win over Ajla Tomljanovic

January 02, 2018

Konta had a awful end to the 2017 season, not winning since August and suffering from injury, but she put that right on the opening day of the new year with a come-from-behind 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 success over the American. "She has a big game so when my chances came I had to take them". The double Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, meanwhile, was ealier forced to withdraw from the tournament due to a virus that she picked up on the flight to Australia.

PM says Trump probe is no Downer for Australia

January 02, 2018

It is believed that the information passed by Australia to the United States about the London conversation between Downer and Papadopoulos contributed to the establishing of the FBI's special investigation into ties between Donald Trump's campaign, administration and the Russian government.

$0.95 EPS Expected for World Acceptance Corporation (WRLD)

January 02, 2018

The firm has a market cap of $714.90, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.03 and a beta of 2.40. The stock increased 0.65% or $0.52 during the last trading session, reaching $80.72. Watson Jill Foss sold 35,751 shares worth $9.68 million. Spurgeon William sold $624,203 worth of stock or 6,554 shares. BMO Capital Markets downgraded World Acceptance Corporation from a "market perform" rating to an "underperform" rating and set a $44.00 price target on the stock.in a report on Friday, November 18th.

Two climbers die on Table Mountain

January 02, 2018

WSAR spokesperson Johann Marais said the Table Mountain Cable Car is being used in the rescue operation of two climbers dangling from ropes on Arrow Final of the mountain. The rescue team resumed the operation at first light on Tuesday and the bodies were taken off the mountain by 5am. John Marais, of Wilderness Search and Rescue, explained to South African news site TimesLive that after their accident, the two climbers were seen "dangling" on ropes about 150 metres below the cable vehicle ...

5 deputies shot, 1 dead in shooting in Colorado, sheriff's office says

January 02, 2018

One of the men told them the suspect "was acting freakish and might be having a mental breakdown", but the deputies found no evidence of a crime. It ended, officials said, in a fusillade of more than 100 rounds fired by a barricaded gunman who shot five law enforcement officers, killing one of them.

S.Korea offers high-ranking govt talks with N.Korea on January 9

January 02, 2018

North Korea has rattled the global community in recent months with multiple missile launches and its sixth and most powerful nuclear test - purportedly of a hydrogen bomb. In typically bellicose language, it declared the latest round of United Nations sanctions imposed last month an "act of war", and Kim said his country had achieved the historic feat of "completing" its nuclear forces.

Iran death toll grows; officials admit killing Iranian protesters

January 02, 2018

The demonstrations, the largest to strike Iran since its disputed 2009 presidential election, have a total death toll of at least 13. Hundreds have been arrested, according to officials and social media. "Certainly, the great Iranian nation has closely pursued Mr. Trump's active partnership in violating the Palestinian, Yemeni and Bahraini people's human rights" and remember his hostile approach towards Iranians' visit to the USA, he added.

Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) Holdings Lifted by Pittenger & Anderson Inc

January 02, 2018

About 2.52 million shares traded. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.'s holdings in Goldman Sachs Group were worth $379,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Sol Cap Mngmt Company reported 1,855 shares. The New York-based Spark Investment Management Llc has invested 0.26% in the stock. The Company's Investment Banking segment provides financial advisory services, which include advisory assignments with respect to mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, corporate defense activities, ...

Tips to achieve your 2018 New Year's resolutions

January 02, 2018

The "get in shape/fitness'"resolution affects not only the obvious gym memberships, fitness app subscriptions and the purchase of fitness equipment, but also categories like activewear, athletic footwear and fitness trackers". "Do it responsibly", said Eubanks. Oberg continues, "We love to encourage our members, we ask them what their goals are, and we'll follow up with them, we'll encourage them, hey how far are you down, are you down ten pounds".

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