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Wimbledon 2017: Google Doodle celebrates 140th anniversary of prestigious tennis tournament

July 03, 2017

Now he has the All England Club in his sights. Today's Doodle marks the 140th year of the Wimbledon championships . The top five women appeared on them at least once, but none of the rest of the top 13 women was ever scheduled. He restricted his analysis to the first week of the championships because "that is when there is a ton of men's and women's matches going on". A spokesman for the organisers said: 'The AELTC takes great care when scheduling matches and allocating courts.

Stephen Hawking: Trump could turn Earth into Venus with temperatures of 250c

July 03, 2017

Climate scientists and policy experts are criticizing famed theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking for arguing President Donald Trump's policies would push the Earth "over the brink" towards runaway global warming. Hawking told BBC News that Trump withdrawing the USA from the agreement would lead to disastrous consequences worldwide. Barack Obama, who signed the Paris accord, said: "I believe the United States of America should be at the front of the pack".

Alvaro Morata's Camp Hold Fresh Real Madrid Talks Amid Manchester United Interest

July 03, 2017

Having enjoyed a successful two-year spell with Juventus, Morata returned to the Spanish capital last summer with the promise that he would be a prominent figure for Zinedine Zidane. United is also expected to complete the signing of Nemanja Matic from Chelsea, with the Serbian midfielder set to play alongside Paul Pogba. Ivan Perisic, of Inter Milan, is believed to be the fourth target for Mourinho and United, and the Portuguese boss has pushed for deals to be completed before the USA tour.

Hinkley Point: EDF raises cost estimate for nuclear plant

July 03, 2017

French energy giant EDF said it will now cost £19.6bn to build the site in Somerset. An additional 15 months have now been added to the completion timescale, although EDF says it should still be able to hit the 2025 commission date. Climate campaigners called the news a "damning indictment" on the Government's plans to go ahead with the "most expensive object on earth". The handing of all construction risk to the developers was seen as one of the main justifications for the deal which binds ...

Proposed health care law will hurt those with disabilities

July 03, 2017

Then it's up to the states to decide how to deal with the restricted funding. We need a health care plan, not a tax giveaway to the rich! It also sets a cap in the future on reimbursing states for traditional Medicaid assistance to seriously sick and disabled poor adults and children.

Hornacek clarifies Porzingis trade talk to end Knicks' war

July 03, 2017

Jackson was becoming increasingly more frustrated with Anthony. Jackson, who is 71, had two more years left on his original five-year deal signed in 2014 and was clear he did not have any intention of remaining with the Knicks beyond that.

Mexico vs. Portugal live stream info, TV channel

July 03, 2017

The result , which means Portugal are still unbeaten against Mexico in five encounters dating back to 1969, came just hours before world champions Germany faced South American champions Chile in the final in St Petersburg. The striker stepped up but saw his spot-kick saved by Ochoa. Rui Patricio produced a brilliant one-handed stop to prevent Javier Hernandez from giving Mexico the lead against the run of play after 31 minutes.

Service dog stolen outside coffee shop warning to owners

July 03, 2017

Princess is a registered service dog. "I would be heartbroken if something happened to her". Went inside to check with people. "There's so many ways (she helps) that it's not easy to explain". The dog is described as six pounds, with medium-brown hair with blonde stripes. She was wearing a pink body harness at the time. "She helps with relieving stress and preventing my tremors", she said.

Nigeria's Acting President Osinbajo Attends AU Summit In Addis Ababa

July 03, 2017

They will also discuss the security situations in Central African Republic, Mali, Democratic Republic Congo (DRC), Burundi and the Darfur region. The pest stole its way into Africa from North America and first struck Nigeria, Josepha Sacho, the African Union's commissioner for rural economy and agriculture, told reporters ahead of a summit of African leaders slated for Monday.

Philander Fit for Lord's Test

July 03, 2017

ESPNCricinfo reported on Sunday that Philander has been declared fit to play the Test as he has fully recovered from his ankle injury. "He's been around the traps for 12, 13 years now, been a big push for him to be included", said South Africa great Barry Richards, whose own career was limited to four Tests, in which he scored two hundreds and averaged more than 72, by South Africa's apartheid-enforced isolation.

Dale Jr. overcomes early adversity only to find more trouble at Daytona

July 03, 2017

Stenhouse is the only driver of the five to not win a stage so far. He had the lead of the Coke Zero 400 with two laps to go but didn't block low and Stenhouse got around him. The beloved driver and his Hendrick Motorsports crew made a heroic effort with the No. 88 Chevrolet after a crash earlier in the race, battling back to a spot near the front.

Assad appears on new Syrian currency

July 03, 2017

In Syria appeared bill with a picture of Bashar al-Assad. Assad's father, the late president Hafez al-Assad who died in the year 2000, appeared on many types of Syrian currency including coins and an older version of the 1,000-pound banknote.

'Several' feared dead as coach bursts into flames in Bavaria, police say

July 03, 2017

Police have said that 48 people were aboard the vehicle - believed to be a tour bus - adding: "The fate of the other passengers is now the subject of police action on the ground". Ms Brandenstein said the bus crashed into the truck at the end of a traffic jam. Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, are now on the scene.

China's Bond Link With Hong Kong Gets Underway to Muted Reaction

July 03, 2017

However, this booming market has been virtually out of reach for foreign investors, who now hold only a small portion of the bonds issued in China - less than 1.5 percent according to Bloomberg estimates. The connect scheme now only allows foreign investors to buy Chinese bonds - including government, corporate and central bank debt - but is expected to become two-way eventually.

Britain braced for snap Trump visit after attack goes viral

July 03, 2017

It is thought the US President might make a flying visit to his golf course near Aberdeen as he travels to France for Bastille Day celebrations on July 14. president just a week after his inauguration. It comes after a proposed official state visit was quietly scrapped last month amid fears over protests .

Chelsea midfielder set for Celtic switch

July 03, 2017

Rodgers said of Musonda, "He is young but is a big talent who has got experience". Over recent years Celtic have seen the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Victor Wanyama move to the Premier League and enjoy great success but whilst Rodgers concedes he can not keep hold of Dembele forever he is hopeful that Dembele will remain at Parkhead.

Love Island's Dom Lever wants to PROPOSE to Jess Shears

July 03, 2017

He added: "I went on a massive journey with the girl in the villa and obviously I get on with her ridiculous amounts". Dom made an emotional departure from the villa on Sunday night, after former flame Montana opted to give a romance with new hunk Alex a try in the dramatic re-coupling.

Lee Family Feud Has Damaged Singapore's Reputation, PM Says

July 03, 2017

Lee said he would have sued in normal circumstances, before explaining that any such action would "further besmirch my parents' names" and drawn out legal proceedings would distract and cause distress to Singaporeans. "Whether you are a Minister, or an ordinary citizen, whether you are the Prime Minister, or the children of the founding Prime Minister - you are not above the law".

Factory gate prices up 6% in year ending in May

July 03, 2017

This week will turn out to be a silver lining for oil; the positive week's end also apprehends any possible losses which the commodity has been experiencing for the last five weeks. West Texas intermediate for August delivery closed 19 cents higher, at $44.93 a barrel. Although there were further concerns surrounding global supply issues, oil prices were able to maintain a solid underlying tone with WTI trading around $45.30 p/b with Brent testing the $48.00 p/b area.

PSG rival Barcelona for £87M Liverpool ace Coutinho

July 03, 2017

The Brazil worldwide scored 13 goals and provided seven assists in the Premier League last campaign. Supporters have good reason to believe they can put their own minds to rest, knowing that Coutinho's heart is very much at Liverpool and that his current ambitions are to bring success back to Anfield.

Yuddham Sharanam: First look poster of Naga Chaitanya's next film released

July 03, 2017

He is paired opposite Lavanya Tripathi is the film, which is apparently a fast paced thriller. "Hope you guys like it!". Apart from lead pair, the film has other stars like Srikanth and Rao Ramesh is crucial role. Helmed by debutant director Krishna Marimuthu, the flick is being bankrolled by Sai Korrapati under the banner Varahi Chalana Chitram. According to reports , the team is looking forward to complete the shooting by the end of July to be able to release the film in August.

Sikkim border standoff: China cancels Indian journalists' trip

July 03, 2017

The residents of Bhutan have stated that this action by Beijing could lead to war and cautioned the latter not to transgress Bhutan's territorial integrity and sovereignty. The US decision to sell guardian Predator naval drones that will allow India to keep a watch over strategically important Indian Ocean has caused a great deal of discomfort in China .

Police officer adopts boy he met during child abuse call

July 03, 2017

Poteau officer Jody Thompson adopted now 10-year-old John Thompson in 2015 the officer took the boy to the hospital and waited by his side as he recovered in the intensive care unit. The family also took in John's little sister after his biological mother gave birth in jail. Soon after, the Thompsons began the formal process to formally adopt John.

Trump urges GOP Senators to repeal Obamacare immediately, then replace

July 03, 2017

President Trump on Friday said Republicans should just repeal ObamaCare and replace it later if they are unable to agree on healthcare legislation. "Otherwise, there is not going to be health insurance or health care for anybody". For years, they've claimed the Affordable Care Act has been choking the economy, thanks in large part to the new taxes the law levied on investors.

Medved: 'Despicable Me 3' is reliably zany and entertaining

July 03, 2017

So, if you're a fan of Gru and the Minions and you want more of their adventures (and fast), make sure to get your rear in a seat for Despicable Me 3 the first weekend it's out. Warner Bros.' " Wonder Woman " landed in the fourth place with an estimated 15.5 million USA dollars in its fifth weekend , bringing its North American total to over 346.1 million US dollars through Sunday.

IL governor promises tax-hike veto

July 03, 2017

The corporate rate would jump from 5.25 percent to 7 percent. The increase is expected to bring in about $4.5 billion in additional revenue, which will fill the gap between the $36.5 billion spending plan that won House approval on Friday and the $32 billion being brought in under current tax rates.

Andy Murray confirms his fitness for Wimbledon

July 03, 2017

Murray, a two-time Wimbledon champion, will play the first match on Centre Court on Monday against Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik . Murray's woes have led to Roger Federer being installed as the bookies favourite to win Wimbledon for a record eighth time.

Teen, 16, killed and six injured after hit-and-run

July 03, 2017

Her friends were shouting "It's Nicole, it's Nicole"'. Seven pedestrians were found injured, one of whom was a 16-year-old girl who died at the scene. Enquiries are underway to trace and arrest him. Police have said there is no suggestion at this stage that the driver had intentionally driven into the group and it is understood they lost control on a bend while travelling at speed.

'Hot Felon' Jeremy Meeks Spotted Kissing Heiress Chloe Green

July 03, 2017

The pic shows a smiling Chloe and Jeremy with photographer pal Jim Jordan , who is also Meeks' manager, complete with the caption: "Just the Beginning". She last posted a photo with her husband on June 4, though last week she shared a cryptic image of rapper Tupac Shakur with his lyrics "It's just me against the world baby".

Amber Alert Issued For Three Children In Anderson, Indiana

July 03, 2017

There is no word on the children's condition at this time at this time. The children may be in a silver 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora with Minnesota plate 399VED. She was last seen wearing a white polka dot shirt and diaper. Jayden, a white male, stands at 27 inches tall, weighing 22 pounds with curly blonde hair and brown eyes.

Mystery flying object shuts down Gatwick runway

July 03, 2017

Craig Jenkins was flying back with EasyJet from Naples in Italy when his flight was diverted. The airport said the incident had resulted in a "number of diverts", with some passengers heading to Bournemouth and others Stansted Airport. The incident happened around 6pm today at the London airport, resulting in an easyJet flight declaring a mid-air emergency as it attempted to land.

Huge fire breaks out at London block of flats

July 03, 2017

Fire crews evacuated a nearby play area while Grove Road was sealed off, witnesses said. If you're anxious about the what to do in case of a fire in your block of flats, follow the advice from the London Fire Brigade. 'People seemed to be really shocked, I heard a few people shouting "Oh my God" and all. There were no injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Amtrak Train Cars Derail in Washington; Minor Injuries Reported

July 03, 2017

Gig Harbor Police also are on scene. The train derailed in Steilacoom near Chambers Bay in Pierce County while it was crossing a thin stretch of land bordering water. Steilacoom is about 45 miles south of Seattle. The train, which was carrying 267 passengers, derailed near the Chambers Bay golf course, which was the site of the 2015 U.S.

Obamacare: Trump tweets repeal now, replace later

July 03, 2017

McConnell has balked at this suggestion, but on Sunday Sasse and other key Republicans and the Trump administration's chief lobbyist on Capitol Hill renewed support for the idea as a last-ditch effort. Marc Short with President Trump. "I don't think we're getting anywhere with the bill we have", Paul said. Ohio Governor John Kasich, a former Republican presidential candidate, said on ABC's "This Week" that repealing Obamacare without a replacement won't work because "you can't leave ...

Kashmir traders form Coordination Committee on GST

July 03, 2017

The former Finance Minister said that the GST proposal required government to call in vigorous meetings of representatives of all political parties, traders and stakeholders followed by brainstorming sessions before implementation. "Under Article 370, we have our own fiscal autonomy". "The cabinet then made a decision to frame its own legislation in consultation with the Law department, Union Finance Ministry and legal experts", he said questioning what the government had done since.

Value and Income Trust plc (VIN) Insider Purchases £137500 in Stock

July 03, 2017

The stock has an average rating of "Hold" and a consensus price target of GBX 440.33 ($5.60). HSBC Holdings plc's price objective would suggest a potential upside of 13.49% from the stock's current price. Investors sentiment increased to 1.5 in 2016 Q4. Its down 0.75, from 2.07 in 2016Q3. 293.60 million shares or 2.70% less from 301.74 million shares in 2016Q3 were reported.

Thousands of anti-Trump protesters march in downtown LA for impeachment

July 03, 2017

Kyle Chapman is held back by his fellow Trump supporters from confronting Trump protester Nevin Kamath, far left, at the impeachment march at the Capitol in Austin, Texas, on July 2. "We believe president Trump has committed constitutional breaches, consistently lied, cheated, and enforces laws that primarily benefit him and his billionaire friends at the expense of the country".

Fourth of July forecast - staying hot and humid

July 03, 2017

But these storms are expected to be hit or miss so it doesn't look worthy of canceling plans. There should be partly sunny skies Friday above Long Island, forecasters said, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m.

Golden Knights acquire centre Kruger

July 03, 2017

The move will save the Blackhawks $3 million in salary cap space if they don't take on another contract. Known for his defensive ability, Kruger has been a valuable member of the Blackhawks team over the last few seasons and has been a part of two Stanley Cup winning teams in 2013 and again in 2015.

No regional peace without Pakistan, US senator McCain says in visit

July 03, 2017

The US senator declared Pakistan's role as crucial for bringing stability in neighbouring Afghanistan. Pakistan firmly believes in the legitimacy of the Kashmir cause and supports the peaceful struggle of the Kashmiri people for their right to self-determination, the radio Pakistan reported quoting Foreign Affairs Advisor Sartaj Aziz to have said on Saturday.

Details Emerging About Woman Killed in Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Shooting

July 03, 2017

The doctor who was killed, 32-year-old Tracy Sin-Yee Tam, was working on the floor as a favor to someone else. His son is being treated at Manhattan's Mount Sinai Hospital in the surgical intensive care unit and is in stable condition, Timperio said.

Voting begins in Tokyo assembly election

July 03, 2017

Former TV anchorwoman Yuriko Koike , who was elected the city's governor in a landslide past year, was expected to seize a comfortable majority of the 127-seat Tokyo assembly, which the ruling Liberal Democratic Party previously controlled but is now bracing for a historic defeat.

Akshay Kumar off to London to shoot for ''Gold''

July 03, 2017

One was the look of Akshay Kumar from the film, where he was looking amazingly vintage and another was the fact that Gold's gonna be Mouni Roy's big screen debut. Gold is scheduled to release on August 15, 2018. Gold is about India's first Olympic medal win as a free nation in the year 1948 at Games of the XIV Olympiad, London.

Colliers International Group Inc. Subordinate Voting Shares (NASDAQ:CIGI) Reviewed By Analysts

July 03, 2017

BidaskClub lowered the stock of Colliers International Group from a strong-buy recommendation to a buy recommendation in a study note on early Tue, Jun 13th. Analysts expect Colliers International Group Inc (TSE:CIGI) to report $0.00 EPS on July, 25. The financial services provider reported $0.33 EPS for the quarter, beating the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.22 by $0.11.

QC concerns about Medicaid cuts

July 02, 2017

Cuomo is betting that blocking access to the state's Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Essential Plan business is enough to keep health insurers from pulling out of the exchange. The Senate's Better Care Reconciliation Act will make similar and possibly deeper Medicaid cuts over the long term. Should the Senate adopt these changes to Medicaid, this could have devastating consequences for older adults and families in every state.

China 'outraged' by United States dollars 1.42 billion planned USA arms sales to Taiwan

July 02, 2017

The United States will sell Taiwan approximately $1.42 billion in arms, which the Trump administration detailed to Congress on Thursday, said a Department of State spokesperson. In a flurry of announcements likely to antagonize Beijing, US President Donald Trump's administration has seemingly thrown its China policy into reverse, cooling relations between the two super powers.

Egypt sentences 20 to death over killings of police

July 02, 2017

An Egyptian court today sentenced 20 people to death over the killing of 13 policemen following the army's 2013 ouster of Islamist president Mohamed Morsi, judicial officials said. A different court had initially sentenced 183 people to death, including 28 in absentia, and a minor to jail for 10 years in 2015 for the murder of 11 policemen.

July 4-celebrate true vision

July 02, 2017

Unfortunately, no details are given to let the reader know what the celebration will be like. The Revolutionary War, of course, had begun, on Lexington Green and at North Bridge in Concord, Massachusetts, almost 15 months before the 13 Colonies would declare their independence from Great Britain.

Greinke pitches Diamondbacks to win over Rockies

July 02, 2017

Greinke allowed two runs and three hits, one of those being Trevor Story's two-out, two-run homer in the seventh to make it a one-run game. The Diamondbacks boast the majors' second-best home mark at 30-12, although Colorado won two of three earlier in the year at Phoenix and holds a 5-4 edge in the season series.

Open de France: Tommy Fleetwood wins by a shot from Peter Uihlein

July 02, 2017

Beginning the day one back from Uihlein, Fleetwood nearly aced his tee shot at the second and added a two-putt gain at the next before birdieing the ninth to reach the turn in 33. He parred his way in to set an imposing clubhouse target. The Englishman started the day in joint-third position in Paris, but his bogey-free five-under-par round saw him finish on 12-under for the tournament and was enough to pip Uihlein into second place.

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