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Consultation on changing legal gender to be launched

July 23, 2017

This will mean that the current rule where people have to live for two years as their desired gender before they can officially change sex will go. Addressing the Prime Minister, Mr Corbyn told PinkNews: "We must advance trans rights, and iscrimination has gone on too long".

Snooty, oldest manatee in captivity, dies at age 69

July 23, 2017

The beloved manatee celebrated his record-breaking birthday this weekend after he officially turned 69 on Friday. The Museum says Snooty's death was a heartbreaking accident but did not release further information.

'Namby Pamby:' Schumer Blasts Democratic Party For Being Weak

July 23, 2017

The buzz about the letter and the election results spawned headlines like this : "The Comey Letter Probably Cost Clinton The Election". "And the evidence for that intervening event is, I think, compelling, persuasive. We were too namby-pamby", he continued, touting Democrats' forthcoming economic plan as "sharp, bold, and [appealing] to both the old Obama coalition, let's say the young lady who's just getting out of college, and the Democratic voters who deserted us for Trump, the ...

2 dead following Scarborough shooting

July 23, 2017

She is often at the home, North said, but doesn't live there. Ronaldo Cole, 33, and Dwayne Campbell, 30, were killed. The two men were found without vital signs and were pronounced dead on the scene. There's no word yet on suspects, or what prompted the shooting. Toronto police are asking people from the party to come forward, or to anonymously submit cellphone video to CrimeStoppers.

Nelly Korda takes Marathon golf lead

July 23, 2017

Gerina Piller , the leader after each of the first two rounds, had a 70 to drop into a tie for third at 12 under with U.S. Women's Open champion Sung Hyun Park (67), Lexi Thompson (69), Sandra Changkija (65), Aditi Ashok (68) and Peiyun Chien (69).

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings Inc (NYSE:NSM) Institutional Investor Positioning Change

July 23, 2017

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings now has a consensus rating of "Hold" and an average price target of $18.05. 03/01/2015 - Nationstar Mortgage Holdings Inc. James Investment Research Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Nationstar Mortgage Holdings during the first quarter valued at $1,660,000. Nationstar Mortgage Holdings earned a daily sentiment score of 0.16 on Accern's scale.

Scaramucci Threatens To 'Pare Down' White House Staff If Leaks Don't Stop

July 23, 2017

Scaramucci on Sunday said he would "pare down the staff" to stop White House leaks, but made clear that such efforts will be limited to the communication office and that he wants to start anew. "We're going to focus and refine the messaging from the White House". Dealing with leakers is just one way in which Scaramucci hinted he could make major changes to the way the White House communicates with the public.

Al-Aqsa: Clashes in Jerusalem's Old City

July 23, 2017

A typical concert in the city may see 60 people transported for alcohol and drug use, Hartford Fire Capt. Raul Ortiz said. The measures include installing metal detectors at the gate to the shrine and barring men under 50 from entering the site.

Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc (NYSE:APAM) Institutional Investor Sentiment Analysis

July 23, 2017

It has underperformed by 24.74% the S&P500. Finally, First Mercantile Trust Co. boosted its position in shares of Artisan Partners Asset Management by 23.1% in the first quarter. Analysts expect Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR) to report $-0.12 EPS on July, 27 before the open.They anticipate $0.01 EPS change or 9.09% from last quarter's $-0.11 EPS.

Syrian warplanes strike near Damascus despite ceasefire: Syrian Observatory

July 23, 2017

But the agreement has not been fully implemented due to disagreements on who would monitor the safe zones. "The army will retaliate in a suitable manner to any violation" of the ceasefire, the statement warned. On July 7, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that experts from Russia, the United States and Jordan agreed on a memorandum on the establishment of a de-escalation zone in Syria's southwestern provinces following the first face-to-face meeting between Russian President ...

Bush and Cuban critical of Trump

July 23, 2017

It's no secret that Mark Cuban isn't a huge fan of President Donald Trump . While critical of the president, Bush said he wants Trump to be successful. He also used the March festival to talk about running against Trump. "We may have really talented people that are really good on TV being our leaders for a while until we sort things out...

Trump lawyer says it's an open question whether president could pardon himself

July 23, 2017

Trump discussed pardons with his advisers. Sekulow was responding to a question from ABC News Chief Anchor George Stephanopoulos on "This Week" Sunday. The answer that Sekulow could have given if Trump is innocent is that the President did nothing wrong, so there is no need for a pardon. "Let me tell you what the legal team is not doing".

Does Farooq Abdullah know what U.S. meddling did in Iraq, Afghanistan?

July 23, 2017

I believe China and America has no role in Kashmir. "We have glaring examples of Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria where U.S. intervention has brought nothing but absolute destruction", Mehbooba told media persons in Anantnag today, where she conducted a one-day tour to take stock of various development projects.

Disruption to water supply in northeast after burst water main

July 23, 2017

Update - 2.50pm: Irish Water say efforts are continuing to restore supply to customers after a water main burst. According to Irish Water, works to fix the burst water main has proven more hard, but as a priority they are trying to maintain a steady water supply to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital , Drogheda.

Outgoing Russian Ambassador to US Kislyak Hosts Farewell Party in Washington

July 23, 2017

Sergey Kislyak, Russia's ambassador to the United States, arrives at Dulles International Airport in Chantilly, Virginia, U.S., May 18, 2012. Kisylak has served as ambassador since 2008, and kept a relatively low profile for most of his tenure.

Authorities investigating fatal bus accident north of Bloomington, three dead

July 23, 2017

Police say a Miller passenger bus, contracted by Greyhound, hit a van and three members of the van were pronounced dead at the scene. Police say the child has non-life threatening injuries. "A lot of it came from the citizens here". Indiana State Police and Monroe County Sheriff accident reconstructionists are investigating the crash.

Cloud Peak Energy (NYSE:CLD) Getting Somewhat Positive News Coverage, Analysis Shows

July 23, 2017

Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC's holdings in Cloud Peak Energy were worth $1,206,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Cloud Peak Energy Inc . It has a 53.15 P/E ratio. The Bank is a California state-chartered multi-community independent bank that offers a range of commercial banking services to small and medium-sized businesses and their owners, managers and employees.

The StoneMor Partners LP (NYSE:STON) Downgraded by Raymond James Financial, Inc

July 23, 2017

COPYRIGHT VIOLATION WARNING: "Malaga Cove Capital LLC Buys Shares of 63,154 StoneMor Partners L.P. (NYSE: STON )" was originally posted by BBNS and is the sole property of of BBNS. Common U announced a dividend for shareholders that was paid on Monday the 15th of May 2017. On October 28 the stock rating was downgraded to "Market Perform" from "Outperform" in an announcement from Wunderlich.

Faryab's Kohistan District Falls To The Taliban

July 23, 2017

A militants' local commander was arrested after the raid and three vehicles, two motorcycles, weapons and ammunition were seized by security forces. Iqbal Nizami, spokesman for the provincial police headquarters, confirmed that five members of the Afghan National Security Forces died in clashes with the militants while five were wounded.

Inter boss admits that Perisic could well join Man United

July 23, 2017

Spalletti insists that he would like to keep the 28-year-old but admits that he could be allowed to leave if a sizeable offer were made that would allow for further investment in the squad. And Inter boss Luciano Spalletti has claimed this is still the case, revealing the club are holding out for an offer that meets their demands. Sometimes it's firm one day then, the day after, it's off because other parameters change.

Senate rule deals setback to Republican healthcare bill

July 23, 2017

But under those rules, provisions must have a budget-related impact and can not be driven primarily by making a policy change. But a new estimate from the Congressional Budget Office showed that the measures violated Senate rules by directly targeting a single health provider, according to a Democrat familiar with the deliberations who was granted anonymity to discuss the confidential session.

Syrian army declares ceasefire in several areas near Damascus

July 23, 2017

A new deal designating a de-escalation zone in the volatile Syrian province of Eastern Ghouta has been signed with Syrian rebels, the Russian Ministry of Defence said Saturday. The agreement is an implementation of an accord signed during the Syrian talks in Astana, early May, which set out de-escalation zones in Syria. Moscow, Beirut- Russia's Defense Ministry announced on Saturday reaching an agreement with moderate opposition forces on how a ceasefire will function in Damascus' Ghouta.

Over 50000 Ameren customers without power after storms

July 23, 2017

Many people are relying on their air conditioning to keep cool. In St. Clair County, 1,809 households didn't have power as of 7:30 a.m., according to Ameren's outage map . At 370 Lakeside Park, a roof was ripped off of a garage and a camper was reported overturned. Sunday night, a cold front will move through St. Louis.

Rockefeller Financial Services Inc. Decreases Stake in HDFC Bank Limited (NYSE:HDB)

July 23, 2017

HDFC Bank Limited (ADR) (NYSE: HDB ) has risen 36.23% since July 19, 2016 and is uptrending. The stock increased 0.84% or $0.76 during the last trading session, reaching $91.54. It now has negative earnings. Its down 0.30, from 1.3 in 2016Q3. Gomez Alfredo had sold 2,615 shares worth $17,698. 79 funds opened positions while 261 raised stakes.

Iran, Iraq signs military deal

July 23, 2017

Speaking to reporters after signing the document, the two ministers expressed hope that the agreement would result in deeper and more serious military cooperation between the two countries. He stressed that Iraq's territorial unity and national integrity will ensure the stability, security and protection of the interests of all the tribes and peoples of the Arab country.

Man charged with woman's murder in Ocean City

July 23, 2017

Prosecutor Taylor said this is an ongoing investigation and more information will be released when it becomes available. In a statement, Prosecutor Robert Taylor said the investigation was continuing and urged anyone with information to call county authorities at 609-465-1135 or Ocean City police at 609-399-9111.

Favorable Media Coverage Unlikely to Affect Callon Petroleum (NYSE:CPE) Share Price

July 23, 2017

Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued a hold rating and twenty-two have given a buy rating to the stock. The oil and natural gas company reported $0.10 earnings per share for the quarter, hitting analysts' consensus estimates of $0.10. Callon Petroleum Company has a 2.22B market cap and its past year revenues were 251.50M.

Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIDU) Stake Raised by North Star Investment Management Corp

July 23, 2017

Other hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. BlackRock Inc. raised its position in shares of Baidu by 4,625.7% in the first quarter. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $182.41 and a 200 day moving average price of $179.20. TRADEMARK VIOLATION NOTICE: This piece was first posted by Transcript Daily and is the sole property of of Transcript Daily.

Russia's ambassador Kislyak concludes United States assignment

July 23, 2017

News of Kislyak's departure comes as Trump announced his nomination of former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman to serve as the USA ambassador to Russian Federation. The Washington Post reported this week, however, that intelligence intercepts suggest that Sessions may have discussed campaign matters with Kislyak during their meetings.

Man dies after being chased by police in London

July 23, 2017

CCTV footage from within the shop shared on social media showed the man being grabbed by a uniformed police officer before both men fell to the ground with the officer's arm around the man's neck. A man has died after he was chased and restrained by police in a shop in Dalston, east London, in the early hours of Saturday morning (23 July). The man was taken to the Royal London Hospital where he died shortly afterwards.

Sessions' story of Russian Federation falling apart

July 23, 2017

Donald Trump is freaking out because investigators are getting closer to putting the pieces together. He also called out the Post on its Friday report that Attorney General Jeff Sessions discussed campaign-related matters with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak .

Badger Meter (BMI) Given Coverage Optimism Rating of 0.17

July 23, 2017

Analysts predict that Badger Meter, Inc . will post $1.24 EPS for the current fiscal year. For the next year, analysts forecast that the firm will post sales of $435.86 million per share, with estimates ranging from $421.77 million to $445.80 million.

Nithari serial killings: Koli, Pandher convicted of Noida woman's murder

July 23, 2017

Judge Pawan Kumar Tiwari said the sentence would be pronounced on July 24. This was the eighth of the Nithari serial rape and murder cases in which Koli, who has already been sentenced to death, has been convicted. However the court held Pandher guilty of conspiracy in the case . However, the defence lawyer representing Pandher in the court pleaded not guilty.

Syria army declares halt in fighting in parts of Eastern Ghouta

July 23, 2017

On Sunday, six air strikes hit the towns of Douma and Ain Terma in opposition-held Eastern Ghouta, it reported. Observatory head Rami Abdel Rahman said no jihadist forces were present in the areas targeted by regime bombardment. The opposition stronghold of Eastern Ghouta is in one of four proposed "de-escalation zones" designated in an agreement reached by regime allies Iran and Russian Federation and opposition backer Turkey in May.

Russia, Syrian opposition sign agreements on Eastern Ghouta de-escalation zone

July 23, 2017

Hezbollah has fought in Syria's civil war since 2013 backing President Bashar Assad's forces. "The army will retaliate in a suitable manner to any violation" of the ceasefire, the statement warned, without specifying what areas were included.

(VG) Shares now down at $6.40 Vonage Holdings Corp. Announces Date of…

July 23, 2017

About 1.05M shares traded. Is Vonage Holdings Corp . It has outperformed by 38.35% the S&P500. The share price of the company (NYSE:VG) was down -0.15% during the last trading session, with a high of 6.69 and the volume of Vonage Holdings Corp .

Malfunctioning EVM gave votes to BJP's lotus symbol in Maharashtra, RTI reveals

July 23, 2017

The complaint was forwarded to Buldhana district collectorate by RTI activist Anil Galgali who sought information regarding the complaint. "Everytime the voter pressed a symbol of Coconut, allotted to a candidate, the LED lamp of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s Lotus used to flash.

A moving final goodbye for Ray Phiri

July 23, 2017

The choral group Lady Smith Black Mambazo paid their tributes with a song; "we have known Ray Phiri along time ago, we have worked with him even at the beginning of their Group Isitimela.as Lady Smith Black Mambazo we are saying condolences to the Ray Phiri family".

Can the Senate Defund Planned Parenthood?

July 23, 2017

The presiding officer could simply ignore the parliamentarian's guidance ― a move that conservatives like Cruz have suggested Republicans consider, even though it would flout Senate traditions and other Republicans have hinted they would not support it.

Fresh violence erupts in village of Palestinian stabbing suspect

July 23, 2017

Israel has repeatedly accused Abbas and his Palestinian Authority of permitting anti-Israeli incitement in the public Palestinian discourse. Three Palestinian gunmen killed two Israeli police officers outside the mosque before being shot to death themselves.

Despite His Testimony, Sessions Reportedly Talked Politics With Russia

July 23, 2017

The US president said on Twitter . The Washington Post reported on Thursday that Mr Trump and his team were looking at ways to pardon people close to him. Reuters didn't have any independent evidence showing that Mr Manafort had actually bought those properties with that intention. But the Post's story was the focus of one of many tweets the USA president fired off on Saturday morning.

Train operation is continuing as per routine across country: Saad

July 23, 2017

The association said that railways authorities were not taking their demands seriously and after a year of negotiations they had finally chose to call the strike till the approval of their demands. Negotiations are also under way between the Pakistan Railways management and the protesting drivers in Sukkur. Railway police made some arrests to compel other protesting drivers to continue their normal duties.

Packers induct two new members into Hall of Fame

July 23, 2017

He was with the Packers for 14 years and was selected in the seventh round of the 1999 National Football League draft by former General Manager and Vice President Ron Wolf. The four-time Pro Bowler played in 205 games over 14 seasons with the Packers. Mark Lee played 11 seasons in Green Bay (1980-1990), intercepting 31 passes and defending 104 more as one of the league's best bump-and-run corners.

Trump says he has 'complete power' to issue pardons

July 23, 2017

The Washington Post reported on Thursday President Trump had inquired about his authority to issue pardons to aides, family members and perhaps himself as Mueller's Russian Federation probe widens. The story reported that United States forces had recovered "laptops, cellphones and other materials", including four to seven terabytes of data. Manafort´s spokesman, Jason Maloni, said, 'Paul Manafort is not a cooperating witness.

Syrian Army Announces Safe Zone for Eastern Ghouta

July 23, 2017

The Syrian military declared a cessation of hostilities on Saturday in the rebel-controlled Eastern Ghouta region near the capital, state television reported. Russian Federation said it plans to send in the first humanitarian convoy and evacuate wounded "in the next few days". The most recent talks this month between Russia , Turkey and Iran failed to iron out the details of the four safe zones.

Trump says he has 'complete power to pardon'

July 23, 2017

The tweet came after The Washington Post reported Thursday that in the midst of a special counsel investigation, Trump has discussed with lawyers whether he can pardon himself or other members of his family. The Trump administration has denied any wrongdoing in connection with Russian Federation. According to the Post , U.S. intelligence agencies intercepted communications between Kislyak and his superiors.

Public Safety investigating hit and run crash

July 23, 2017

The only description of the hit and run vehicle is that it was gray and should have front end damage. The 30-year-old victim is in the Intensive Care Unit at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Michigan Ave. after the accident. The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety have released the photo of a person of interest in the homicide. ►Make it easy to keep up to date with more stories like this .

Gladstone Investment Corporation (GAIN) Announces Monthly Dividend of $0.06

July 23, 2017

Institutional investors and hedge funds own 24.02% of the company's stock. Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. raised its position in Gladstone Capital Corporation by 796.4% in the fourth quarter. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, August 17th. This represents a $0.84 annualized dividend and a yield of 8.49%. Gladstone Land Corporation's dividend payout ratio is now 1,325.33%.

Jeff Sessions met with Russian diplomat to discuss Trump campaign matters

July 23, 2017

Sessions would only leave his post if the US President were to fire him, ABC News reported , citing a source familiar with the matter. Mr Sessions recused himself from the probe in March after having failed to disclose at his confirmation hearing that he had held meetings past year with Russia's ambassador.

Tomatoes Get Security Guards In Indore As Prices Skyrocket

July 23, 2017

Fearing that the tomatoes may get stolen, vendors hired guards to protect the now precious cartons of tomatoes as they were being unloaded from the trucks. A case has also been registered against unknown people, as the market did not have CCTV cameras and the cops have been unable to nab the thieves. Since past few weeks, the prices of tomatoes have tremendously increased owing to crop damage in producing states.

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