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Bank of Montreal Can Purchases 982002 Shares of Energen Corporation (NYSE:EGN)

July 27, 2017

The Company is involved in the exploration, development and production of oil and natural gas properties, and natural gas. The Business's operations are conducted through subsidiary, Energen Resources Corporation (Energen Resources) and occur within the Midland Basin, the Delaware Basin and the Central Basin Platform areas of the Permian Basin in west Texas and New Mexico.

2 pedestrians killed crossing Route 26 in Oxford

July 27, 2017

The driver, Christine Kimball, 70, of New Hampshire, stopped at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, police said. Kimball did not see the men until it was too late to stop.

China reaffirms position on Dalai Lama's visit

July 27, 2017

The spiritual leader will attend a three-day human rights conference at Gaborone in Botswana from August 17. Botswana Foreign Minister Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi told lawmakers that the visit was "purely private" but added that the Dalai Lama would be granted the status of a foreign dignitary.

Trump appoints Gov. Brownback as religious freedom ambassador

July 27, 2017

Under the new law, Brownback said religious student groups could "establish religious beliefs as qualification for membership". He says Brownback has accepted the nomination from the president, and is excited to get on to the next step in the process.

Chemours Co (CC) EPS Estimated At $0.90

July 27, 2017

Teachers Advisors LLC boosted its position in Chemours Company (The) by 2.5% in the fourth quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC raised its position in shares of Chemours Company (The) by 135.9% in the first quarter. Purchases New Stake in Chemours Company (The) (CC)" was first posted by Chaffey Breeze and is the property of of Chaffey Breeze. If you are viewing this news story on another publication, it was illegally copied and reposted in violation of United States and worldwide ...

New Japan Kit Kat factory opens to meet exotic flavour demand

July 27, 2017

Recent flavor additions such as custard pudding have not only proved popular among locals but have also intrigued visitors so much that Japan has gained a reputation as the go-to destination for picking up of odd variations of Kit Kats . There is also a premium Kit Kat Chocolatery specifically geared towards selling seasonal flavours. On Tuesday, Nestle Japan opened its renovated Chocolatory flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo's main shopping district.

Metal Detectors Will Be Removed From Jerusalem Holy Site

July 27, 2017

The metal detectors are perceived by the Palestinians as an encroachment on Muslim rights and have led to protests in the Muslim world. Israeli media earlier reported high resolution cameras capable of detecting hidden objects would be deployed.

Ghatkopar building collapse rocks Maharashtra assembly

July 27, 2017

The four-storey residential building collapsed yesterday in Ghatkopar. The state government will soon issue a notification for building redevelopment , which will permit flat owners to approach a new builder if the existing developer fails to deliver as per the requirement or agreement, he said.

North Carolina forest manhunt over, suspect captured

July 27, 2017

The current Stroupe manhunt led into the Pisgah Ranger District, where attractions alongside Highway 276 and Davidson River Road were closed over the weekend to keep citizens from going into potentially risky areas. The last known sighting of Bryson was around 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, when he left his home. According to the Asheville Citizen-Times, Stroupe has been at-large since Saturday, where he was identified as the driver of a vehicle matching the description of one involved in a breaking ...

Charter school group sues state Education Board over funding

July 27, 2017

The report does not explicitly address how task force members feel about the October resolution, but instead provides ideas for how both charter schools and traditional schools should improve. K12 Inc., which runs the most virtual charter schools in the country and has come under fire for the poor performance of many of its schools, also manages an online school through a Tennessee district that is almost identical the to the virtual charters it oversees in other states.

US Department of State warns travelers of tainted alcohol in Mexico

July 27, 2017

She said the State Department had consulted with USA diplomatic posts in Mexico about the concern. The warning noted: "The safety and security of USA citizens overseas is one of our highest priorities". The two had arrived with their mother and stepfather at the resort just hours earlier and had been drinking at a swim-up bar. Iberostar, which owns the hotel where Connor died, said it adheres to strict regulatory standards and only purchases 'sealed bottles (of alcohol) that satisfy all ...

Strong year at Diageo

July 27, 2017

The company also raised its margin forecast from 100bps to 175bps for the full year, sending shares in the company upward by 5.5% to a record £23.90 this morning. The gin trend continued, with sales up 20 per cent. "Diageo is a strong company today and we are confident in our ability to deliver sustainable growth", he said.

Duterte Threatens To Bomb Indigenous Schools For 'Teaching' Rebellion

July 27, 2017

Conde said in a statement . Accusing the indigenous Lumad tribe, Duterted told a press conference on Monday, 24 July, that he would not hesitate to order brute military force on schools run by them. The US-based humanitarian group organisation said worldwide law "prohibits attacks on schools and other civilian structures unless they are being used for military purposes, ' adding that deliberate attacks on civilians, including students and teachers, 'is also a war crime".

Schiff: Gowdy Acted Like Kushner's Lawyer in House Intel Interview

July 27, 2017

Adam Schiff , the ranking Democrat on the committee. The South Carolina congressman most closely involved with investigating Russia's ties to Donald Trump's presidential campaign didn't impress his Democratic counterpart in this week's questioning of Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner .

Senate GOP gets new pressure from Trump on health care

July 27, 2017

Senators from both sides of the aisle gave their colleague a standing ovation when he arrived on the floor to cast his vote Tuesday. Arizona is one of 31 states that expanded Medicaid under President Barack Obama's health care law, and Republican Gov.

Sebin detiene a dos nuevos magistrados del TSJ designados por la AN

July 27, 2017

Al día siguiente, uno de los magistrados nombrados, Ángel Zerpa , fue detenido por el Servicio Bolivariano de Inteligencia Nacional ( Sebin ). El TSJ denunció que la Asamblea Nacional incurre el delito de usurpación al designar magistrados paralelos.

Japan opposition head quits as PM Abe suffers scandal

July 27, 2017

Renho, 49, had hoped to reshuffle the party's executives after Noda's departure to forge new unity, but chose to resign as many members were still unhappy about her staying on. It only received 5 percent support from respondents to a Mainichi newspaper poll published Monday, compared with 25 percent for the LDP. Criticism over what she said was an oversight has continued to hamper her leadership.

Netanyahu vows to 'remove Al Jazeera from Israel'

July 27, 2017

Israel toughened security around the Temple Mount , known to Muslims as Haram al-Sharif, after the killing of two policemen there two weeks ago. Jerusalem is experiencing one of its most tense periods in years as Palestinians protest heightened Israeli security measures near the Temple Mount-Noble Sanctuary compound, one of the city's holiest sites, and the events have been widely reported, including by Al-Jazeera.

Seven Governors Visit Buhari In London

July 27, 2017

President Buhari has spent 80 days in London, United Kingdom seeking medical treatment. Buhari is seen below exchanging pleasantries with Governor of Zamfara State, Abdulaziz Yari , Udom Emmanuel , Akwa Ibom, Dave Umahi , Ebonyi, Kashim Shettima , Borno, Abiola Ajimobi , Oyo, Samuel Ortom , Benue and Umar Ganduje of Kano state.

Israel begins removing metal detectors from Al-Aqsa compound: director

July 27, 2017

Under intense pressure, it removed the metal detectors and said it planned to install sophisticated security cameras instead. The envoys of the US, Russia, the European Union and United Nations on Saturday issued a statement saying they "strongly condemn acts of terror, express their regret for all loss of innocent life caused by the violence, and hope for a speedy recovery to the wounded".

Doctors can sign up to participate in medical marijuana program

July 27, 2017

Rachel Levine, acting secretary of health and physician general, said in a prepared statement. Participating doctors must complete a four-hour training course developed by the state. The New Jersey Medicinal Marijuana Program Review Panel made initial recommendations to the Health Commissioner to approve chronic pain, migraine, anxiety and Tourette's Syndrome as qualifying conditions for the medical marijuana program.

Mars-inspired theme park to open up in China

July 27, 2017

The geographical features, natural scenery, and climate are all similar to that of on Mars, making the region a good area for the construction of a simulated base. One being "Mars communities" and the other being "Mars camps". Other countries have set up bases to simulate living on Mars, or the journey to the Red Planet.

Palestinians keep freeze on Israel contacts over holy site: Abbas

July 27, 2017

The compound houses the revered Al-Aqsa mosque, Islam´s third holiest site, and Dome of the Rock. We have seen an Israeli family being slaughtered in a terrorist attack in a settlement in the West Bank. Dozens of Muslim worshippers continued to perform prayers in the streets outside the compound on Tuesday. The prime minister's office says Israel will remove metal detectors from the entrance to a Jerusalem site that is considered holy by Muslims and Jews.

United Kingdom says no longer advises against travel to most of Tunisia

July 27, 2017

Gunman Seifeddine Rezgui killed 38 people, including 30 British tourists and three Irish citizens, in a shooting spree in June 2015 at the Riu Imperial Marhaba hotel on the coast in Sousse, Tunisia. The attack was claimed by the Islamic State group. The Tunisian National Tourist Office says nearly 12,000 British travellers have arrived in the country.

Everson Griffen, Minnesota Vikings Agree to Contract Extension

July 27, 2017

In his first seven seasons, Griffen owns 273 total tackles, 48 sacks, 71 tackles for loss, 281 quarterback hurries, five forced fumbles, six fumble recoveries and one interception in 106 regular-season games. Spielman declined to name names, but Xavier Rhodes is presumably next in line. Per Spotrac , Griffen's current deal runs through 2018 and pays him an average annual salary of $8.2 million.

Man Stabbed, Killed After Flipping Middle Finger

July 27, 2017

He caught up with them and allegedly stabbed Sierra in the shoulder. Police say Sierra was riding inside of a auto with friends when they came upon another vehicle that appeared to have crashed. The victim admitted he had given the finger and got out of the auto to square off with the group before kicking their vehicle. In the ensuing fight, authorities say Garcia stabbed Sierra in the chest.

Putin Critic Bill Browder to Tell Senators of Lawyer's Ties to Kremlin

July 27, 2017

The fraud was exposed by Sergei Magnitsky, a Moscow lawyer whose death in jail in 2009 led USA lawmakers to enact a law named for him that imposed travel and financial sanctions against Russians believed to be involved in his death. The law continues to make it hard for Putin and Russian kleptocrats to operate in the West. When Putin banned Western adoptions in Russian Federation, it was directly in retaliation to the Magnitsky Act .

Q4 Earnings Drop 7%

July 27, 2017

About 4.61 million shares traded or 45.89% up from the average. LLP raised its position in Automatic Data Processing by 0.5% in the fourth quarter. It has underperformed by 0.87% the S&P500. Ibex Wealth Advisors purchased a new position in Automatic Data Processing during the fourth quarter valued at $197,000. Automatic Data Processing (NYSE:ADP) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 3rd.

Facebook CSO Calls For A Security Industry Attitude Adjustment

July 27, 2017

Earlier this month, The Belfer Center at The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University announced this project. "We've had some excellent discussion with state and local election officials". As a community, he said that there is an over-weighted focus on incredible security exploits and zero-days, though that's not what the bulk of actual security issues are.

MI mother charged with killing baby boy

July 27, 2017

A MI mother was charged on Monday with first-degree murder and first-degree child abuse in the death of her 6-month-old son. Johnson arrived at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital on Wednesday, July 19 with her son, according to police. "Noah's body was in advanced stages of decomposition". The average 6-month-old boy weighs 16.2 to 18.8 pounds, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

At Least 180 Dead, Two Million Affected as Heavy Rains Lash India

July 27, 2017

Summary: PUNE: The upcoming subdued rainfall period, possibly extending till the initial days of August, may not affect the monsoon performance for the next month after all. The IMD said the monsoon was "vigorous" over Bengal, Jharkhand and Gujarat yesterday with heavy rain reported from Jharkhand, East Rajasthan, Bengal, Jammu & Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh.

Jason Bateman receives star on Walk of Fame

July 27, 2017

Bateman received outstanding lead actor in a comedy series Emmy nominations for his portrayal of Michael Bluth on " Arrested Development " in 2005, when it aired on Fox, and 2013, when it was streamed on Netflix. "One thing has proven itself to be true and that is that having longevity in this business in not easy, especially starting off as a child actor", Aniston said of Bateman, Entertainment Tonight reported.

Picture of elderly man feeding wife ice cream goes viral

July 27, 2017

Love is an awesome sight to behold, and if there was ever a physical embodiment of what true love looks like, it's this elderly man and his wife. Kelley quickly realized the man was feeding his wife ice cream.

Bourne calls on Dems to stop playing games with school funding measure

July 27, 2017

The Republican governor accused Democrats who control the legislature of manufacturing a crisis that will hurt school children by using a parliamentary procedure to hold onto a bill they passed in late May creating an evidence-based funding formula.

Ganjam Collector files plea for recall of High Court notice to EC

July 27, 2017

The ongoing controversy over election fund took a new turn with Ganjam Collector on Monday filing an application before the Orissa High Court seeking a recall of the court's order issuing a notice to Election Commission of India (ECI). 538976288) from an SBI account, which he showed in the affidavit filed by him in the EC. The delegation which submitted a memorandum to SEC addressed to the Election Commission of India alleged that State Government considered the case against Hinjili MLA ...

Father Hamel lives on, archbishop says on anniversary of French priest's killing

July 27, 2017

To commemorate the anniversary, the Diocese of Rouen held a special Mass at the church of Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray, at the same hour as the Mass he was celebrating when killed. "The initial disbelief was followed by fear then mixed with incomprehension, sorrow, disgust". Local police reported that the priest's throat was slit in the attack.

Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN) Issues Earnings Results

July 27, 2017

It has outperformed by 20.93% the S&P500. Rk Capital Management Llc decreased Churchill Downs Inc (CHDN) stake by 40.75% reported in 2016Q4 SEC filing. Central Securities stated it has 30,000 shares. Cantab Cap Llp holds 0% or 2,430 shares. Wynn Resorts (WYNN) Las Vegas strip revenue was better than expected in the second quarter, but reliance on VIP players in the casino playground of Macau , next to China, stood out as a weakness, J.P.

Man struck and killed by charter bus

July 27, 2017

Children were apparently aboard the bus at the time. The bus was headed south on Second Avenue and was being driven by a 57-year-old man, police said. "They don't enforce the speed here". "Something needed to happen here to get something [to change]". Academy could not immediately be reached for comment.

SFPD Arrests Officer on Child Pornography Charge

July 27, 2017

Investigators found more than 150 images and more than two dozen videos of child pornography on multiple electronic devices, state police said. The SFPD is about to hold a press conference to announce that a 10-year veteran of the force has been arrested on child porn charges.

Driver turns self in to police after hitting cruiser on Route 7

July 27, 2017

The 38-year-old Danbury man said he was distracted as he looked for an address on his Global Positioning System and did not see the cruiser protecting the left lane of Route 7, Connecticut State Police said. Glasser told state police he was distracted, looking for an address on his Global Positioning System, and did not see the trooper's vehicle. The incident occurred on January 23, 2017, state police said, and Glasser turned himself in on an active warrant Wednesday.

Fatih Terim out as Turkey manager after fight with restaurant owner

July 27, 2017

The announcement was released at the website of TFF following a meeting between Terim and TFF officials in Istanbul. "The two sides agreed that it would be more healthy for both parties to part ways", it added. In his second term with Turkey he led them to the Euro 2008 semifinals. Turkey failed to get past the group stage at Euro 2016 and are third in their qualifying group for the 2018 World Cup in Russian Federation, two points behind leaders Croatia and Iceland and level on 11 points ...

Afghan soldiers killed in Taliban assault

July 27, 2017

An Afghan official says 26 soldiers have been killed in a blistering Taliban assault on an Afghan National Security base in southern Kandahar province. The Taliban, fighting to restore Islamic rule to Afghanistan 16 years after being driven from power by a US-led campaign, controls or contests at least 40 percent of the country, inflicting what USA advisers say are unsustainable casualties on Afghan security forces.

'Dancing With The Stars' Wants To Take Sean Spicer For A Spin

July 27, 2017

Nicki and Nadeem tweeted that Spicer is "The most misunderstood of all the Spice Girls". Infobahn said , "When one door closes a waltz opens". He has no job lined up just yet, and a curious rumor courtesy of the New York Post suggests that he could be cast on the next season of " Dancing With the Stars ".

Urban League Unveils Ferguson Community Empowerment Center

July 27, 2017

Louis suburb. The newly built Ferguson Community Empowerment Center is officially open. Hundreds attended the celebration. Some of St. Louis' most prominent business leaders spoke to the standing room only crowd in a steamy tent in front of the empowerment center, including Centene, Emerson, Ameren, World Wide Technology, and AT&T.

Royal Marine To Be Sentenced For Terrorism Offences

July 27, 2017

Ciaran Maxwell compiled a library of terrorism documents, bought chemicals and components and went on to manufacture explosives and devices, which he stashed in purpose-built hides in England and Northern Ireland. "Some things obtained, to get, some things to be tested", the prosecutor explained. In one of his hides, Maxwell placed a modified booby-trapped torch which, when armed, would explode if turned on.

Portage police: 7-year-old killed in crash

July 27, 2017

Police and paramedics were called to the scene and they found Nicholas on the side of the road. The boy's name was not released, but police said he was from Texas Township. No one else was injured in the crash. No information about the driver or how the incident occurred has been released, only that alcohol was not a factor and that the investigation continues.

Small plane crashes on Utah freeway, killing two married couples

July 27, 2017

Traffic was backed up for miles after the crash on the northbound side of the Interstate near Riverdale Road. There were two married couples on the plane. Officials at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) launched an investigation into the crash. "It was a big black solid red ball of fire", Paulson told KUTV.

United Airlines is saddened over rabbits death, reviewing lawsuit

July 27, 2017

Simon, who was expected to surpass his father in length to become the world's largest rabbit, was found dead the morning of April 20 after a flight from London to O'Hare Airport in Chicago. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages to cover the costs of the rabbit as well as punitive damages. Before flying to the US, the lawsuit states that a veterinarian examined Simon and found him to be in "good physical condition and fit to travel".

This Airline Is Launching New US Routes With $99 Fares to Europe

July 27, 2017

Travelers will be able to book flights out of Boston Logan and Newark in the U.S. into Birmingham and London Stansted in England, and Paris Charles de Gaulle in France. Get Data Sheet , Fortune's technology newsletter. The carrier does offer free in-flight Wi-Fi and charging for electronics, though. Other options with more amenities and the option of refundable cancellations exist, but that will cost you extra.

Housing risk rated as strong

July 27, 2017

A news release attributes the situation to slow growth in the young adult population along with a decrease in disposable income. "Combined with an apartment rental vacancy rate that was also above its critical threshold, this has resulted in the framework's continued assessment of strong evidence of overbuilding in Regina", CMHC said.

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