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Among 20 Wealthy Nations, US Child Mortality Ranks Worst

January 10, 2018

The study examined child mortality rates between 1961 and 2010 in the US and comparable nations. Comparing the United States to 19 other wealthy democracies in the OECD, the study found that if the United States had simply kept pace with average childhood mortality rates in those countries, 600,000 young lives could have been saved since 1961.

Study ranks MN as 2nd best state to raise a family

January 10, 2018

The last two states in the study were MS at 49th and New Mexico at 50th. MA tops the list, with New Hampshire third and Vermont fifth. MA ranked sixth in family fun, fourth in health and safety, ninth in education and child care, eighth in affordability and sixteenth in socioeconimics.

General Elections: INEC Releases Timetable, Schedule of Activities

January 10, 2018

Parties are expected to collect forms for all the elections at the INEC headquarters between August 17 and 24. Yakubu said that political campaigns by political parties for Presidential Election and NASS elections would commence on November 18 and end on January 14, 2019; while that of governorship and State Houses of Assembly would start on December 1 and end on February 28, 2019.

Multiple teams expressing interest in Nikola Mirotic

January 10, 2018

Despite the team's recent surge up the standings, Nikola Mirotić still wants the Chicago Bulls to ship him elsewhere once he becomes trade-eligible on January 15, and he may have already singled out a potential landing spot. The Bulls were just 3-20 when Mirotic debuted this season, but have gone 11-6 with Mirotic in the lineup. Mirotic and Portis appeared to have put the incident behind them as the two players have been able to get along with each other on the court, but the Bulls are ...

Hold Coal India; target of Rs 330: ICICI Direct

January 10, 2018

Following the price revision, Coal India's shares closed at 5.63% higher at BSE on Tuesday, while the Sensex was up 0.26% at 34,443.19 points. On the equity volume front, over 2.5 crore shares changed hands on NSE. That resulted in the company posting an additional revenue of Rs 3234 crore in financial year 2016-17. The said levy is also expected to generate revenues of Rs 2500 crore in FY19E.

Man throws poo at people after taking too many Viagra

January 09, 2018

Steve Cho , a 27-year-old from NY, was apprehended by six airport security officials at Phuket International Airport . He was eventually restrained by no less than six security guards and airport staff, and then promptly arrested. Huh? 'The officers brought him to the walkway on the north side of the terminal to avoid other passengers and managed to calm him down at the Tourist Centre on the first floor .

7-Eleven Customers May Have Been Exposed to Hepatitis A

January 09, 2018

Prepackaged items bought at the store are safe. People who visited the location in West Jordan between December 26 and January 3 could be at risk if they used a restroom in the store or consumed certain food items, according to the Salt Lake County Health Department .

Selena Gomez has made some serious changes to her Instagram page

January 09, 2018

A quick look at the singer's Instagram page and you'll see the face of Coach has unfollowed accounts including her assistant Theresa Mingus's , several of her close friends' who she's been seen out or on holiday with, Gigi Hadid's , and Demi Lovato's among others.

Clark County has high flu activity, says report

January 09, 2018

California is one of 26 states with "high" flu activity. There were 114 admissions to intensive care with confirmed flu and a further 421 people admitted to general wards - up from 61 and 66 the week before. The youngest flu victim was a one-year-old boy said to be from central San Diego. Antivirals are known to work best when given within 48 hours, but even when taken later than that, these drugs can be helpful to people who become very ill.

Jacob Eason would make Huskies Pac-12 favorites

January 09, 2018

In addition to Fromm likely manning the starting job in Georgia for the next two seasons, top recruit Justin Fields was a member of the Bulldogs' 2018 class. While Eason has not confirmed whether he will transfer or not, he is clearly contemplating a change. Eason threw for 2,430 yards 16 touchdowns and eight interceptions.

SRQ, Allegiant announce new flights

January 09, 2018

Flights begin on April 6, with fares as low as $49. Low-priced carrier Allegiant announced new routes from Indy to Charleston, South Carolina, and Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida. Allegiant, a Las Vegas-based budget airline, announced today it will begin service to SRQ in April. According to a news release, the new nonstop routes will operate twice a week, bringing almost 30,000 passengers to Charleston.

Artemis Investment Management LLP Has $47.65 Million Holdings in Amazon.com, Inc

January 09, 2018

Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) has risen 11.92% since January 9, 2017 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 2.93% the S&P500. R. G. Niederhoffer Capital Management Inc. Oppenheimer maintained the stock with "Buy" rating in Friday, July 28 report. The firm has "Outperform" rating by Credit Suisse given on Friday, July 24.

Now Only Three Places Are 'Safe From Aussie Flu In The UK'

January 09, 2018

On Friday, Scotland was nearly totally unaffected by the bug but now every areas has reported cases as the country becomes engulfed. Apparently, Norn Iron is having such problems with Aussie flu that churches in the state have banned handshakes in a bid to stop the spread.

Security tightened ahead of Jignesh Mevani's 'Yuva Hunkar Rally'

January 09, 2018

Dalit leader Mevani has chose to go ahead with the rally, to be held opposite Singh's office along with Assam peasant leader Akhil Gogoi and the CPIML Liberation activist and fellow Dalit from Bihar, Manoj Manzil. The Yuva Hunkar rally is meant to seek the release of Chandrashekhar Azad, a Dalit leader, who was arrested last June over the caste clashes in Saharanpur, in which two persons were killed and at least 20 people were injured.

London paint factory blaze sends fireballs into air

January 09, 2018

An old paint factory, 90 firefighters. According to local media reports, the factory fire is located in London's Brent Cross area, specifically at the Staples Junction. The fire service said its control room had taken 45 emergency calls about the blaze after receiving its first call at 9:20pm. "The fire completely destroyed the single storey building".

No more national anthem in cinema halls. SC recalls its 2016 order

January 09, 2018

This has been conveyed to the Supreme Court in an affidavit filed by the government in the national anthem matter which is due to come up for hearing on Tuesday before a bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra. "The court had just read the law", she said, adding that people living in the country must abide by the law of the land. "Its a welcome order". But the order had attracted criticism from within the highest judiciary itself.

North and South Korea kick off first official talks in 2 years

January 09, 2018

Washington has maintained it will never accept the North as a nuclear power, and indicated it will engage in serious talks on the condition that Pyongyang is willing to denuclearize. However, some South Korean officials have said they see the Olympics as a possible opportunity for easing tensions. South Korean reports have suggested the North could send a high-level delegation to the Games including Kim's younger sister Yo-Jong, who is a senior member of the ruling Workers' Party.

Boko Haram insurgents surrender, many escape

January 09, 2018

Mr. Nwachukwu, a colonel, said 250 fighters of the Al Barnawi-led faction of the insurgents had surrendered to Nigerian Army, following artillery and aerial bombardments by troops of Operation Lafiya Dole of their enclaves in Lake Chad basin.

Google Doodle honours DNA researcher Har Gobind Khorana

January 09, 2018

He completed his PhD after being awarded a scholarship by the Indian government to pursue doctoral studies at the University of Liverpool in the United Kingdom, in 1948. Shrum, a Canadian scientist in British Columbia. In the year 1968, Har Gobind Khorana , along with Marshall W. Nirenberg and Robert W. Holley were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine for discovering the order of nucleotides in DNA determines which amino acids (the fundamental building blocks of proteins) are built.

Exercise Can Reverse Heart Aging

January 09, 2018

After two years, study participants who exercised four-to-five times a week significantly boosted their maximum oxygen intake during exercise (their VO2 max, to use the jargon), and they also had more elastic heart muscles - which Levine likened to stretchy new rubber bands, compared to stiff ones that sit unused in a drawer.

Here is the full list of 75th Golden Globe awardees

January 09, 2018

James Franco won the best actor in a comedy award for his turn as the eccentric filmmaker Tommy Wiseau in The Disaster Artist . "Trust me: the women in this room tonight are not here for the food. Series, Drama: The Handmaid's Tale . Nicole Kidman won her fourth Golden Globe for her role as Celeste Wright in Big Little Lies , as well. Referring to the male nominees gathered in Beverly Hills for the top television and movie awards, Meyers said: "This is the first time in three months it ...

Flu season blamed for packed emergency rooms, ambulance backlogs in California

January 09, 2018

Between Dec. 2 and Dec. 30, the percentage of lab-confirmed and influenza-like illness soared from around 3 percent to more than 40 percent of the specimens tested, according to the ADPH. It is too early to establish the efficacy of this year's flu shot in Canada, but if Australia's experience is any indication, it is likely to prove quite low.

Delta council polls: What PDP's victory means - APC

January 09, 2018

Meanwhile, in a statement signed by the chairman of the Delta state chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC) Jones Ode Erue, obtained by SaharaReporters, described the elections as a fraud following that the party has rejected the Saturday's council elections.

Flesh-Eating Bacteria From Oysters Linked to Death in Texas

January 09, 2018

Jeanette LeBlanc was crabbing with her friends and family on the Louisiana coast in September when she contracted the infection, KLFY reported . After she and her friends ate about two dozen of the oysters, she became violently ill, according to the report.

Red Cross Has Urgent Need For Blood Donors

January 08, 2018

An American Red Cross Blood Donation Center is located at 4737 University Dr.in Durham. The weather cancellations are in addition to seasonal illnesses, such as the flu and hectic holiday schedules that contributed to more than 28,000 fewer donations than what the Red Cross needed in November and December.

OH illness part of tainted romaine lettuce investigation

January 08, 2018

At least one person in Canada has died from the strain. The Canadian government, having identified romaine lettuce in retail and restaurants as the culprit of the illnesses, is advising its citizens in the eastern provinces to avoid that particular leafy green.

Based Celgene Buying San Diego Biotech Startup for $2.35 Billion

January 08, 2018

Under the agreement, Celgene will add as much as $1.25 billion in contingent payments if Impact's drug fedratinib reaches certain milestones to treat for myelofibrosis, a form of bone marrow cancer. "We believe Celgene is the ideal organization to follow through on our mission of maximizing fedratinib's potential for patients with myelofibrosis", said Dr.

Stolen NJ Transit police auto crashes into Hoboken Terminal

January 08, 2018

It's not clear why the suspect stole and smashed the K-9 unit SUV into the waiting hall near the terminal's ferry slip about 8 a.m. During the Monday morning rush of commuters heading to NY, a stolen police auto rammed into the waiting area at the train station in Hoboken, New Jersey, Northjersey.com reported.

Closings and Cancellations on Delmarva for week of January 8

January 08, 2018

All 240 and 246-day employees are to report at regular times and custodial employees will be notified by their supervisors. "As a result, the district will be closed to students and staff on Monday, Jan. All Worcester Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Jan, 8, 2018, due to continued inclement weather. Faculty and staff should arrive at 10 a.m.

Valicenti Advisory Services Inc. Increases Position in Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO)

January 07, 2018

The institutional investor held 12,255 shares of the farming and seeds and milling company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $777,000, down from 75,798 at the end of the previous reported quarter. Glob Endowment Mngmt Limited Partnership holds 0.07% or 7,570 shares in its portfolio. Country Club Trust Na accumulated 3,705 shares. Barrington Martin J.

Trump kills Obama-era protections for state recreational weed sales

January 07, 2018

The author of the Obama administration's policy , James Cole, told the AP it was meant to put states on notice that they had to regulate the industry and the federal government would still prosecute cases that threatened public safety. Local opponents of legal marijuana seized on Sessions' memo as proof New Jersey officials should slow down on legalizing weed. And we were told that states' rights would be protected and not just by the attorney general, then the nominee to be attorney ...

David Attenborough condemns killing animals on TV "just to get a shot"

January 07, 2018

In The Island with Bear Grylls broadcast on Discovery Networks International's Discovery Channel (DStv 121) in South Africa and across Africa, contestants have slaughtered pigs, turkeys, iguana and now also caiman crocodiles, with viewers who are outraged over the killings done for television.

Analysts Set Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. (ESPR) PT at $61.92

January 07, 2018

Its up 6.5% from 10.95 million shares previously. Pepsico Inc. now has $168.77 billion valuation. The stock had a trading volume of 639,394 shares, compared to its average volume of 571,153. 106 funds opened positions while 593 raised stakes. Columbus Circle Investors holds 913,696 shares or 1.64% of its portfolio. Leavell Investment holds 69,759 shares or 0.91% of its portfolio.

Health officials report more than 2000 flu hospitalizations

January 07, 2018

CMO Dr Catherine Calderwood said: "Every year in Scotland, around two thirds of people who get severe flu and need intensive care treatment have a health condition such as chronic lung or heart disease". This season's predominant strain, H3N2, is "particularly viral", Reed said, and and can hit older adults and children - or those with compromised immune systems - especially hard.

John Worboys: Parole Board chair to face MPs over rapist's 'disturbing' release

January 07, 2018

The licensed London black cab driver told some women he had won money at a casino or lottery and offered them spiked champagne in an invitation to celebrate with him. A Ministry of Justice spokesman described Worboys' crimes as "truly horrendous" and extended their thoughts to the victims for the "pain and suffering they have endured".

Gaming addiction gets mental disorder tag

January 07, 2018

The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is the basis for identification of health trends and statistics globally and the international standard for reporting diseases and health conditions. The diagnostic guide contains codes for diseases, signs and symptoms to be used by doctors and researchers across the globe to track and diagnose disease.

APP declares 3 candidates for Rajya Sabha; Kumar Vishwas miffed with snub

January 07, 2018

Former AAP leader Mayank Gandhi slammed Kejriwal for choosing Sushil Gupta as Rajya Sabha candidate and said "there is no difference between AAP and BSP". For a party like the AAP, which does not have enough presence outside north India, namely Delhi and Punjab, Rajya Sabha is an ideal platform where it can be heard nationally.

Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) Stake Lifted by Piedmont Investment Advisors LLC

January 07, 2018

Cummins now has $30.06B valuation. The stock decreased 0.36% or $0.65 during the last trading session, reaching $181.1. About 44,250 shares traded. Cummins (NYSE: CMI ) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, October 31st. Com Usd1 (NYSE:UTX) was reduced too. Investors sentiment increased to 0.99 in Q3 2017. Its up 0.09, from 1.01 in 2017Q2. It is positive, as 26 investors sold JBL shares while 102 reduced holdings.

Avoid romaine lettuce for now, Consumer Reports says

January 07, 2018

Two people have died in the US and Canada, according Consumer Reports . Leafy greens, including romaine lettuce, were the cause of outbreaks from E. The illness can turn serious, however, so you should be aware of what to look out for . You should also check pre-packaged salad blends and mixes, and avoid any that contain romaine.

Fla. Man Calls 911 to Report a Drunk Driver -- Himself

January 07, 2018

The dispatcher kept Lester talking long enough to get a deputy to his location and before anyone got hurt. Michael Lester phoned 911 on New Year's Eve just before 9 p.m.to report himself for driving under the influence. Then he changed it to three or four (slightly more accurate). Lester was taken into custody and charged with DUI, and cited for driving on the wrong side of the road, improper use of the center lane and no seat belt.

Health agency: IN flu deaths reach 25 during final week of 2017

January 07, 2018

Eight people died in 2017 in Clark County because of influenza, compared with five in 2016, according to a report the health district released Friday. "Bottom line is people should get vaccinated", he said. Doctors recommend plenty of rest, drinking fluids and staying away from other people, since people with the flu are typically contagious for about 7 days, Citronberg said.

Flu cases continue to surge across Cullman County, state

January 06, 2018

There have been no reported flu-associated pediatric deaths in OH for the 2017-18 flu season, according to ODH. "Here in Knox County, we are definitely high, based on the number of patients being seen". "We started going up the second week in December". That year saw 15 flu deaths statewide, the most in recent memory, according to health officials.

Stay Away From Romaine Lettuce, Consumer Reports Advises

January 06, 2018

The latest foodborne illness outbreak has caused the deaths of two people and made almost 60 people sick in the United States and Canada. A new warning has been issued by Consumer Reports to avoid romaine lettuce while USA and Canadian health officials continue their investigation after 58 people were reported sick from E.

Taking a Look at the Data Behind US Bancorp (USB)

January 06, 2018

Other hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB ) opened at $55.32 on Friday. The institutional investor held 311,410 shares of the consumer services company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $20.28 million, up from 306,508 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

'Jeopardy' host Alex Trebek undergoes surgery for blood clots on brain

January 06, 2018

Thankfully, the surgery was successful and the longtime host was released from the hospital two days later. "I expect to be back in the studio taping more 'Jeopardy!' programs very, very soon", he says in the video. Trebek had surgery Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on December 16. All of us here at 1010 WINS wish Alex a speedy recovery - because what is Jeopardy! without Alex Trebek? But the College Championship, which was set to tape now, will now film in March and air ...

What is a 'bomb cyclone' and what will happen when it arrives?

January 06, 2018

A major winter storm will wreak havoc on the Northeast this week, threatening hurricane-force winter wind gusts in a region already crippled by deadly cold. The satellite, which now is officially called GOES-East, is giving weather forecasters "invaluable data" about extreme weather events, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross said last month.

Motel 6 Sued For Handing Over Guest Information To ICE

January 06, 2018

At least six people were detained at or near the motels as a result of the practice, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson said Wednesday. Ferguson's office says Motel 6 was aware that ICE was using the information to target guests based on their national origin, and had therefore violated the state's anti-discrimination law.

Mbemba ruled out of Newcastle's FA Cup clash against Luton

January 06, 2018

Keeping Ings suggests the Reds are willing to let Sturridge go out on loan, and during a World Cup year, that's certainly something the player is willing to look into in order to get more playing time on the field. They have progressed to the fourth round only four times since Mike Ashley took over nearly 11 years ago and have not reached the fifth round in that time.

Tiger Zinda Hai raring to go past Sultan, earns Rs291 crore

January 06, 2018

Ek Tha Tiger was a loved film and many had reservations about bringing Ali into the picture. All eyes are now set on Tiger Zinda Hai's lifetime collections which can easily surpass Salman's previous records of Bajrangi Bhaijaan (Rs 320.34 cr) and Sultan (Rs 300.45) respectively.

Is Illinois Tool Works (NYSE:ITW) In Trouble? BMO Capital Issues Downgrade

January 06, 2018

Ct Mason bought 9,883 shares as the company's stock rose 6.85% with the market. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss Limited Liability Corp holds 405 shares. Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. The industrial products company reported $1.85 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $1.65 by $0.20.