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Brush Fire Breaks Out In Foothills Above Burbank

July 27, 2017

The fire was burning in a popular hiking area, and at about 4:14 p.m., police urged anyone in or near Wildwood Canyon, including at the Stough Nature Center, to leave the area immediately. He also said the earlier evacuations were being lifted. Barone said about 150 firefighters from the Burbank, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, Pasadena and Glendale fire departments were battling the blaze.

Russian diplomat: new USA sanctions won't help to mend ties

July 27, 2017

If the United States does not lead in a crisis, it will ultimately lose. The Russian Foreign Ministry said earlier this month that too many American spies operated in Russia under diplomatic cover and that it might expel some of them to retaliate over Washington's expulsion of 35 Russian diplomats a year ago.

Panmure Gordon Reiterates "Sell" Rating for Thomas Cook Group plc (TCG)

July 27, 2017

According to the latest broker reports outstanding on Thursday 27th of July, 3 analysts have a rating of "strong buy", 0 analysts "buy", 4 analysts "neutral", 1 analysts "sell" and 2 analysts "strong sell". Business for tour operators such as Thomas Cook has suffered in the Middle East and north Africa in recent years as security issues deterred visitors, with travel firms laying on more holidays to the western Mediterranean to compensate.

McKesson Corporation (MCK) and Las Vegas Sands Corp

July 27, 2017

TrimTabs Asset Management LLC boosted its position in shares of Las Vegas Sands Corp.by 88.8% in the first quarter. A number of other research analysts also recently commented on LVS. The casino operator reported $0.66 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.62 by $0.04. Revenue: Consolidated net revenue was $3.14 billion for the second quarter 2017, an 18.6 percent increase from $2.64 billion in the same quarter a year ago.

Learn To Let Go

July 27, 2017

For the video we play on that concept by incorporating home movies that my aunt Sonia Sebert had filmed over the years and then we recreate some of the scenes with me as an adult in a really whimsical kind of way. Kesha even replicates the dancing she did as a child with a grin on her face. It is clear that Kesha is making some connection to her childhood and the past in the video.

Boston Beer Company, Inc. (The) (SAM) Upgraded at BidaskClub

July 27, 2017

IFP Advisors Inc raised its stake in Boston Beer Company , Inc. The shares were sold on May 12th for an average price of $143.06. (The) by 2.8% in the fourth quarter. Contrarius Investment Management Ltd bought a new position in Boston Beer Company, Inc. Corporate insiders own 28.50% of the company's stock. Thompson Siegel & Walmsley Limited Liability Co invested in 13 shares.

BBCI: Disciplinary panel revokes Elizabeth Wettlaufer's nursing licence

July 27, 2017

The college, not named in the lawsuit, defended its decision not to take further action after Wettlaufer left Caressant Care. The college decided a deeper probe was not needed. "I'm satisfied, looking at the information that was available to the college at the time, that they absolutely came to a fair conclusion, that this wasn't an appropriate case to refer to discipline", another of its lawyers, Linda Rothstein, said.

IAF Launches Rescue Operations In Gujarat, Rajasthan

July 27, 2017

Incessant rains continued to lash several parts of Gujarat, after which over 7,000 people were shifted to safer places during the last two days across the state, officials said on Sunday. The administration is making arrangements for distributing food packets to those hit, Rupani said. Officials say heavy monsoon rains are lashing western India, including the desert state of Rajasthan, killing at least 16 people this week, with more than 24,000 villagers evacuated to higher ground.

Iran successfully test launches satellite-carrying space vehicle

July 27, 2017

According to the media report, the rocket, Simorgh, is able to carry satellites weighing as much as 250 kilogrammes at an orbit about 500 km above the Earth's surface. On Saturday, Iran announced the opening of a new facility to produce a missile that can target fighter planes, unmanned aerial vehicles, cruise missiles and helicopters.

Thousands without power on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands

July 27, 2017

Outage Update: The fault is on the transmission cable attached the Bonner Bridge. At 8:54 a.m., the utility reported that they were working to get the diesel generators in Buxton online. The crew of the Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative was dispatched immediately to identify the cause. She said this is not related to construction work going on for the new bridge.

Fishing Boat Captain Rescues Crewmen After Capsize

July 27, 2017

The Grayling was reported capsized at 3:25 pm on July 24 when a nearby vessel, the Calista Marie , responded to assist, reported the Alaska Dispatch News . Once on board, Trosvig immediately started performing CPR, Pruitt told the Dispatch News. The Coast Guard told local media that the fisherman was taken by helicopter to the Kodiak Municipal Airport, where medics treated him for hypothermia and aspiration of diesel fuel.

California Imam Slammed For 'Annihilate The Jews' Sermon On Jerusalem

July 27, 2017

Israel removed the metal detectors Tuesday in favor of CCTV cameras, following a boycott from Muslims. "We will continue our commitment to interfaith and community harmony". 'The ICD will always stand against anti-semitism similarly to how the Jewish community has always stood against Islamophobia in our close knit community.

Panama Papers case verdict to be announced on Friday

July 27, 2017

Pakistan's Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan has sought an explanation for being not called in consultative meetings of ruling Pakistan Muslim League's (PML-N) and wanted to know if the decision was made due to his opposing stance, or due to some other reason.

H&E Equipment Services, Inc. (HEES) Stake Lowered by Goldman Sachs Group Inc

July 27, 2017

It has underperformed by 0.71% the S&P500. Oxbow Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in H&E Equipment Services during the first quarter valued at about $201,000. The company has market cap of $842.99 million. Since February 7, 2017, it had 0 insider buys, and 4 selling transactions for $798,656 activity. 10,011 shares valued at $338,822 were sold by Goeman Donald D on Tuesday, May 2.

Garfield County sheriff indicted on manslaughter charge following death of inmate

July 27, 2017

The indictments allege that on or between June 4, 2016, and June 8, 2016, the crime of second-degree manslaughter was committed in Garfield County by each defendant. Two days later, Huff was found unresponsive in the chair and pronounced dead. The next day, a medical examiner ruled Huff's death was the result of natural causes due to chronic alcoholism and a condition from an existing disease.

NVIDIA (NVDA) Reaches $168.64 52-Week High; Stifel Financial Has 1.18 Sentiment

July 27, 2017

HighPoint Advisor Group LLC now owns 2,990 shares of the computer hardware maker's stock valued at $307,000 after buying an additional 175 shares during the period. Hillsdale Investment Management Inc decreased Crescent Pt Energy Corp Com (NYSE:CPG) stake by 16,000 shares to 1,400 valued at $190,000 in 2016Q4. It also reduced its holding in Oclaro Inc (NASDAQ:OCLR) by 1.03 million shares in the quarter, leaving it with 5.66 million shares, and cut its stake in Alphabet Inc.

Russian Federation ratifies law on joint group of forces with Armenia

July 27, 2017

Russia believes that the most important thing in Syria is stopping bloodshed and ensuring conditions for political resolution, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday. Regardless, a majority of Finns do not support accession to North Atlantic Treaty Organisation because of a deep-rooted belief in military non-alignment.

Libya Calls on Italy to Assist in Combating Human Trafficking - Italian PM

July 27, 2017

The Italian PM added, "but I must be very clear that this request could represent a very significant point in the fight against human traffickers". Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Accord asked Italy to assist in jointly human trafficking combatting, Italian Prime Minister said Wednesday.

Natural Resource Partners LP (NRP) Raised to Sell at BidaskClub

July 27, 2017

It has outperformed by 33.77% the S&P500. Brokers and nominees should treat one hundred percent (100.0%) of NRP's distributions to foreign investors as being attributable to income that is effectively connected with a United States trade or business.

Turkish prime minister assures German investors

July 27, 2017

Turkish Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci and European Union Affairs Minister Omer Celik also attended the meeting, according to images shared by the prime minister's office on Twitter. The arrest of several German nationals as part of a purge of those suspected of links to the alleged coup-plotters and " terrorist " groups - along with German officials being denied access to a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation base in Turkey - further raised tensions.

Man, 27, killed in collision at Hwy. 27, Major Mackenzie in Vaughan

July 27, 2017

The collision, between a truck and a auto, occurred just before 6 a.m. July 27. Major Mackenzie Drive will be closed to traffic for the investigation.

California Refuses to Comply With Trump Commission's Second Voter Data Request

July 27, 2017

For the second time in less than a month, California's chief elections officer has refused to hand over data to President Trump's voter fraud commission, arguing on Wednesday that the inquiry is still part of an "illegitimate" exercise. Also, given limited information, the commission is likely to identify many voters who appear to have duplicate registrations, but are actually different people with the same names.

3rd man charged in shooting of Chicago police officer

July 27, 2017

Twenty-year-old Donzell Grant and 24-year-old Cortez Harrington were also charged with armed robbery with a firearm, and kidnapping with a firearm. After tying up the employees, they were confronted by police as they tried to flee the store with merchandise.

John McDonnell not ruling out single market membership

July 27, 2017

Mr McDonnell made similar remarks during a BBC News interview, he said the party's "objective is tariff-free access" to the bloc's market. Shadow Brexit secretary Sir Kier Starmer and shadow chancellor John McDonnell were forced to admit to a Labour meeting they were keeping all options on the table, including remaining in the European Union.

Karnatak CM Siddaramaiah tries to play down Veerashaiva issue

July 27, 2017

He said leaders campaigning for the separate religion are even ready to launch a legal battle if the Centre does not pay heed to their demand. Stating that the proposal to this effect was made to then Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde during the UPA rule, Mahasabha President and senior congress MLA Shamanur Shivashankarappa said it did not attain finality as the government fell.

Boulder weather: High of 83 today with more storms this afternoon

July 27, 2017

Sunshine is to return Thursday , when a high in the lower to mid-80s is likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Monday , sunny, with a high near 85. Thursday's forecast calls for 30 percent chance for rain and thunderstorms after 9 a.m. Thunder strikes also are possible, the weather service says.

Scaramucci Denies Threatening Priebus With FBI Investigation

July 27, 2017

Scaramucci has all but officially accused Priebus of being behind the leak of his Office of Government Ethics forms, which showed Scaramucci made at least $10 million previous year from his investment firm SkyBridge Capital and still stands to profit from it while working in the White House.

Britain to send WARSHIP to China's doorstep as tensions rise

July 27, 2017

The Philippines will not lose even a "single inch" of territory to China if ever it proceeds with its joint exploration deal with the Asian giant, which is claiming nearly the entire South China Sea. China claims the vast majority of the South China Sea, asserting its dominance through the illegal development of artificial islands, the construction of military outposts, and regular naval and bomber patrols in the area.

Allentown Mayor Facing Charges

July 27, 2017

Prosecutors say the pair sold their offices to the highest bidders. Amid speculation that the mayor could escape legal trouble, Allentown's City Council last week asked federal prosecutors, via the adoption of a resolution, to make a decision on whether to indict the mayor or not.

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) Position Increased by Strs Ohio

July 27, 2017

ANDREOTTI LAMBERTO had sold 34,000 shares worth $1.81M. 14 analysts on average are expecting the company to report revenue of $5.08 Billion for the current quarter. Welch Investments LLC boosted its stake in shares of Bristol-Myers Squibb by 3.9% in the first quarter. The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, August 1st.

Group says sales tax holiday bad policy

July 27, 2017

The report claims tax holidays merely encourage consumers to shift their spending rather than increase it. While sales taxes are somewhat regressive, this does not make sales tax holidays an effective tool for providing relief to low-income individuals.

I can be 'more presidential' than all but Lincoln

July 27, 2017

And that is why my administration is launching a nationwide crackdown on sanctuary cities". When your First Lady lights up the auditorium. United States President Donald Trump appeared in Youngstown , Ohio during a rally on Tuesday and reportedly warned senators if they do not pass the health-care reform, the consequences may be severe.

Medical Examiner: Judge Drowned Herself

July 27, 2017

When the body of a famed judge was found floating in the Hudson River in April, authorities didn't yet know how it had gotten there. Abdus-Salaam was reported missing by her husband, Reverend Gregory Jacobs . She was captured one final time on camera entering the W. 145th St. entrance of Riverbank State Park around 12:30 a.m. on April 12, the sources said.

Earnings Analysis Of Discover Financial Services (DFS)

July 27, 2017

News coverage about Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS ) has trended somewhat positive recently, Accern reports. Lba Wealth Management Ltd Co has invested 0% in Discover Financial Services (NYSE:DFS). Ameriprise Financial Services declared that its Board of Directors has initiated a stock buyback plan on Monday, April 24th that allows the company to repurchase $2.50 billion in shares.

Dad: Ex-Marine killed in Syria 'had a mission' in IS battle

July 27, 2017

The Kurdish-led YPG form about half of the 50,000-strong Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) partnered with the US-led global coalition to defeat ISIS. A Kurdish militia group released a video saying Taylor was killed on July 16. "The presence of American volunteers with the YPG is complicated both militarily and diplomatically". Turkey is allied with the Free Syrian Army (FSA), and regards them and the Arab components of the Kurdish-Arab Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) as better ...

Copper hits two-year high as China looks to cut scrap imports

July 27, 2017

China is the world's biggest user and producer of refined copper, accounting for about 45 percent of global demand, but must import any additional needs from mines or scrap merchants. CURRENCY: The US dollar has weakened for five consecutive months, making dollar-priced metals cheaper for holders of other currencies. PRICES: Aluminium was up 1 percent at $1,949 a tonne.

Boston Properties, Inc. (NYSE:BXP) Sees Significantly Lower Trading Volume

July 27, 2017

Jefferies maintained the stock with "Hold" rating in Monday, July 3 report. The stock of Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. (NYSE: BXP ) on Monday, July 18 with "Buy" rating. The stock of Hudson Pacific Properties Inc (NYSE:HPP) earned "Neutral" rating by Mizuho on Monday, March 20. The rating was initiated by BTIG Research with "Buy" on Thursday, August 25.

New Hartford man charged with holding woman against her will

July 27, 2017

A little before 10:00 p.m., troopers were called by a third party, indicating 55-year-old Robert Murphy was holding the woman in a wooded area off Southeast Road. Murphy was charged with carrying and sale of risky weapons, trespassing, interfering with an officer, breach of peace, violation of a protective order, first-degree assault, threatening, reckless endangerment and first-degree unlawful restraint.

Three Congress MLAs in Gujarat Assembly resign

July 27, 2017

The legislators who jumped ship include - Balwant Sinh Rajput, Tejshri Patel and P I Patel. The defection of Congress MLAs hurts the prospects of Ahmed Patel's re-election to the Parliament's Upper House. "If I will contest Rajya Sabha polls, it would only from the state of Gujarat", Patel added. After resigning from the grand-old party, the three lawmakers arrived at BJP office in Gandhinagar where they joined the saffron party.

UP govt committed to safeguarding interests of home buyers: CM Yogi Adityanath

July 27, 2017

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said his government is fully committed to safeguarding the interest of home buyers and redressing their problems. In the letter sent by the Chief Minister, Adityanath said all the problems of the growers will be resolved and necessary directions will be issued to the respective departments and officials.

Israel removes Jerusalem metal detectors, Palestinians reject new measures

July 27, 2017

Daniel told All Things Considered that at protests Friday, he heard Palestinians chanting, "With spirit and blood, we will redeem the Al-Aqsa Mosque" - which has its compound on the disputed site. Arab League chief Ahmed Abul Gheit has accused Israel of "playing with fire" with the new security measures, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called them an insult to the Muslim world.

Israel Dismantles Controversial Metal Detectors At Jerusalem Holy Site

July 27, 2017

Guterres' statement was issued Wednesday evening at United Nations headquarters in NY after rival Palestinian factions Fatah and Hamas issued calls for mass protests by Muslims against Israel on Friday over security measures installed at a contested site.

Moore to quit Wallabies

July 27, 2017

Moore made his Test debut 12 years ago against Samoa in June 2005 before going on to represent Australia at three Rugby World Cups. "I think it's the right time to call time on my career at this level", said Moore, who has played 120 Tests.

McCain's return cheers fellow Republican senators

July 27, 2017

McCain himself campaigned heavily on the "Obamacare" repeal issue a year ago as he won re-election to a sixth and nearly certainly final Senate term. McCain called on his fellow senators to work together and to "stop listening to the bombastic loudmouths on the radio and television and the internet".

Should all European Union countries share role in taking refugees?

July 27, 2017

The scheme aimed at relocating 160,000 migrants then living in Italy and Greece , and was set up after a summer which saw up to 3,000 new asylum seekers arrive every day. Bot rejected arguments by Hungary and Slovakia that the mandatory quotas should have been approved unanimously by European Union countries, instead of being agreed by a qualified majority despite the two states' objections.

Mother Seeking Sanctuary From ICE In Church Granted Emergency Stay

July 27, 2017

Gov. Dannel Malloy says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agreed Wednesday to take another look at Chavarria's case, and a federal judge issued the order protecting her from deportation. "However, I do hope this will give her a chance". "And a point of fact is that she showed up for all of the appointments that she was supposed to show up for".

GSDF chief to resign over alleged coverup of activity logs

July 27, 2017

Her decision was meant to take responsibility for the confusion surrounding the allegation, according to media reports. Kyodo News quoting a government source, named Gen. There are also suggestions Abe should give several other ministerial posts to lawmakers with previous Cabinet experience to reduce the likelihood of further scandals or verbal gaffes.

3 internships to be mandatory for engineering students: Javadekar

July 27, 2017

With the intention of making engineering students more employable, the government has made it mandatory for each student to complete a minimum of three internships during their under-graduation. However, the minister claimed that the number could have been higher had the students not opted for higher studies and start-ups . Over 60 percent of as many as eight lakh engineers stayed unemployed previous year after their graduation as per All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) ...

Sally Anne Bowman killer Mark Dixie admits more sex attacks

July 27, 2017

The warped killer was jailed for 34 years in 2008 for the horrific attack, but has now admitted to raping another woman after ambushing her in a vehicle park in 1987 and battering another victim with a knife sharpener in 2002. Dixie dragged her to a flight of stairs and indecently assaulting her, telling the terrified woman "I am going to kill you". Dixie, 46, admitted the attacks in 2015 after writing to police to say he wanted to tell the truth about Sally Anne, whose partially nude body ...

One dead, seven injured after reported ride malfunction at Ohio State Fair

July 27, 2017

Fairgoers were deeply troubled by what they saw. Then there was a screech and screams and suddenly people were free-falling. The Fireball, which consists of at least six rows of seats that spin around 40 feet above the ground as the entire structure moves like a pendulum, broke apart while it was in motion.

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