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Indian Energy Exchange slips on debut

October 24, 2017

The stock of IEX listed down 5% at Rs 1,500 from its issue price of Rs 1,650 per share, but paired the losses to 2% at Rs 1,615. The portion of shares reserved for institutional investors was subscribed 2.56 times and that for non-institutional investors was subscribed 85% or 0.85 times.

Melania Trump to address bullying in surprise trip to MI

October 24, 2017

After all, look who she married. The two will stop by Orchard Lake Middle School in West Bloomfield, Mich., to mark the start of the "Week of Inclusion". Aside from participating in No One Eats Alone, Orchard Lake Middle School also runs a Mix It Up Day, where students are encouraged to sit with new people during lunch, as well as writing social contracts in each classroom on how students should treat each other.

Judas Priest to perform at the Resch Center

October 24, 2017

Heavy metal legends Judas Priest are bringing their " Firepower 2018 Tour" to Bloomington's Grossinger Motors Arena this spring. Tickets are $39.50, $59.50 and $69.50 and go on sale Friday, October 27 at 11 a.m. The concert will feature the band line-up of singer Rob Halford , guitarists Glenn Tipton and Richie Faulkner , bassist Ian Hill , and drummer Scott Travis .

GlaxoSmithKline plc's (GSK) "Hold" Rating Reaffirmed at Deutsche Bank AG

October 23, 2017

About 136,250 shares traded. About 160,194 shares traded. It has outperformed by 22.05% the S&P500. (The) reissued a "buy" rating on shares of Smiths Group plc in a research report on Friday, July 14th. Analysts await Merck & Co., Inc. They expect $-0.42 earnings per share, down 23.53% or $0.08 from last year's $-0.34 per share. MRK's profit will be $2.81B for 15.50 P/E if the $1.03 EPS becomes a reality.

All Points East festival announced for London, replacing Field Day and Lovebox

October 24, 2017

A press release announcing the new festival stated that AEG Presents and Goldenvoice "were awarded the Victoria Park contract by Tower Hamlets following an open tender process". The National will then appear the following weekend on June 2nd, with support coming from The War On Drugs , Future Islands , Warpaint and The Districts with more guests still to be revealed.

New Analyst Ratings On Investors Real Estate Trust (NYSE:IRET)

October 23, 2017

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Sessions says feds will go Al Capone on MS-13

October 23, 2017

Sessions, addressing an annual law enforcement conference, said the Justice Department's Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces will use the federal racketeering statute, or RICO, as well as tax and gun laws to take aim at MS-13. Its members have been accused in a spate of bloodshed that included the massacre of four young men in a Long Island, New York, park and the killing of a suspected gang rival inside a deli.

Cuban would 'probably' run as Republican if he challenges Trump

October 23, 2017

Otherwise, "you won't see me anywhere near being a politician", Cuban said. He was then pressed on which party he would run with if he had to choose. " I think there is a place for somebody who is socially a centrist, but I'm very fiscally conservative ", he said.

Comey Reveals Himself On Twitter, Stokes Speculation That He's Running For Office

October 23, 2017

Comey's Twitter name, Reinhold Niebuhr , is the name of an American liberal theologian who died in 1971. 'Actually I'm not even mad. Since then, the account has remained dormant. The account's first tweet was sent out on March 30 - a meme of Will Ferrell saying "actually I'm not even mad - that's amazing" and a link to the Federal Bureau of Investigation jobs website.

Homicide team on scene of South Surrey shooting

October 23, 2017

It also, apparently matches the description of a suspect vehicle from shots fired nearby in Langley early Sunday morning . A police dog attempted to track for suspects near the scene but was unsuccessful. Surrey RCMP received reports of gunfire in the 14300-block of Crescent Road, on 36A Avenue, just south of the one-way bridge over the Nicomekl River, at approximately 2:10 a.m.

Body of small boy washes ashore on Galveston beach

October 23, 2017

The boy's body was found lying in the sand on Galveston Island around 5:30 p.m. on October 20, police say. Police have been unable to trace his parents or any family members, and no one has come forward to report a missing child. Police are investigating after a young child's body was found on a Texas beach. Officers said there have been no children reported missing in Galveston.

Boy kicked out of Scouts den for grilling senator on gun control

October 23, 2017

Ms. Mayfield said the den leader's response might have been fueled by her decision to post the videos of the senator's interaction with the scouts online, where they were picked up by the local news media. Ames also asked Marble about controversial comments she made at a 2013 legislative hearing regarding mortality rates among black people. The head of the state Republican party and others criticized her words.

Tillerson makes unannounced side trip to Afghanistan

October 23, 2017

The State Department says Tillerson visited Bagram Air Base for talks with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and other senior officials to outline for them the Trump administration's new South Asia policy. "We are as concerned about the future stability of Pakistan as we are in many respects here in Afghanistan", Tillerson said. USA policy toward Islamabad "will be based upon whether they take action that we feel is necessary to move the process forward for both creating opportunity for ...

Brexit: Business lobby groups call for transition deal clarity

October 23, 2017

Agreement [on a transition] is needed as soon as possible, as companies are preparing to make serious decisions at the start of 2018, which will have consequences for jobs and investment in the United Kingdom, the letter said. In her interview, Ms Fairbairn denied any suggestion business lobby groups were following an anti-Brexit agenda but said they had to reflect the concerns their members had about the countdown and the potential for a cliff-edge exit.

Jimmy Carter 'available' to help Trump with North Korea

October 23, 2017

In addition, Carter also doesn't share the criticism that Trump's current "America First" strategy is out of step with the larger world, spoiling worldwide relations. Security Council resolutions that were approved unanimously, including with China's support. Kim Jong-un may be attempting to "intimidate" the United States, but Johnson warned that his "current course might have the opposite effect".

New California Fire Warnings Issued Amid Extreme Heat, High Winds

October 23, 2017

By Tuesday, heat in Los Angeles might top the daily temperature record of 99 degrees reached in 1909, as it could experience could experience a high temperature of 102 degrees. Not only do we have state, federal and local fire resources, but we have additional military aircraft on the ready. The hottest and driest conditions are expected Monday and Tuesday, with record-breaking triple-digit heat and humidity lowering into single digits.

Lamont man dies in Jefferson County crash

October 23, 2017

His vehicle hit a culvert and rolled. A 27-year-old man suffered minor injuries on Sunday night in Merced County when he crashed into a ditch off Highway 99, California Highway Patrol reported. The auto ran a red light at the bottom of the exit ramp and collided with Chevrolet Tahoe driven by a 39-year-old woman who was northbound on 57th Street.

Rakesh Asthana appointed CBI special director

October 23, 2017

Asthana is best known for the two major cases he investigated: The 2002 Sabarmati Express train burning in Godhra, and the fodder scam in Bihar. Asthana is now an additional director in the CBI and is handling several important probes including the AgustaWestland scam among others.

DPM Zahid denies Malaysia now seeking Interpol help over Jho Low's whereabouts

October 23, 2017

The police have closed their investigation into Malaysian millionaire Low Taek Jho or Jho Low , deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said today. The question of Interpol's role in locating Low was first raised in in 2015. I have brought this up a few months ago, in which police should get Interpol's help to locate or determine the location of Jho Low , who has been mentioned in many global reports as being involved in the financial and business crimes.

Backed forces seize major Syria oilfield

October 23, 2017

The capture of the oil field came five days after the SDF declared victory in the Islamic State group's de facto capital, Raqqa, freeing up forces for what is expected to be an intensified effort to drive the militants out of their remaining positions in neighboring Deir al-Zour, said Col.

Philippines Military: Battle in Marawi comes to a close

October 23, 2017

Among those killed were Hapilon, the self-styled emir of the IS in Southeast Asia, and the Maute brothers, who was in charge of the Daesh-inspired Maute Group. One of the body was severely burned or was intentionally burned, apparently by its captors, while the other body was decapitated, he said. Since May 23, military and police deaths have reached 165.

Top US diplomat due in Pakistan Tuesday

October 23, 2017

A senior U.S. official recently said that the Trump administration wants India to help strengthen Afghanistan, so that it can take on the Afghan Taliban. Two other positive development's hold out the possibility of a change in direction for the better: the death by drone inside Afghanistan of the notorious militant Omar Khalid Khorasani, the mastermind of the December 2014 Peshawar school massacre, and the rescue, also last week, of the kidnapped US-Canadian couple by Pakistani forces inside ...

Trump to press China on North Korea, trade during Beijing visit

October 23, 2017

The United States is focused on diplomatic and economic pressure to denuclearize North Korea, the acting U.S. ambassador to South Korea said Monday, reaffirming the USA commitment to its security alliance with Seoul. According to Bishop, the missive is a sign that "the collective strategy of imposing maximum diplomatic and economic pressure through sanctions on North Korea is working".

Trump Disputes Widow's Story, Continuing Feud Over Army Death

October 23, 2017

And I was, it made me cry because I was very angry at him the tone of his voice and how he said it. Soon after, his name became entangled in a controversy after Trump was accused of making insensitive remarks to the 25-year-old soldier's widow.

Who Is Tony Podesta? Mueller Turns Investigation Toward Him, New Report Says

October 23, 2017

The intelligence community believes the ECMU is backed by the Party of Regions, a "pro-Russian and oligarch-funded Ukrainian political organization". President Barack Obama holds a meeting with National Security Advisor Susan E. Failing to do so is a felony that can lead up to five years in prison. Records at opensecrets.org show the lobbying group also received $90,000 from Uranium One, a company that controls USA uranium interests whose sale to Russia has drawn scrutiny because of ...

Governor Rauner announces re-election bid

October 23, 2017

In the video that features Rauner riding his Harley Davidson, he touts his efforts to fight what he calls The Madigan Machine. It focuses on the agenda he has pushed since taking office, including property tax relief. So far, no Republicans have come forward to challenge Rauner in the March Primary. Rauner's formal announcement also comes as lawmakers return to Springfield on Tuesday to consider his vetoes of legislation they passed earlier this year.

British IS fighters should be killed

October 23, 2017

According to British Minister of state Rory Stewart, all Britons who have joined " Islamic State " (IS) in Syria would have to be killed. "Anyone who does travel to Syria, for whatever reason, is putting themselves in considerable danger - particularly if they are fighting for our enemies", he said via email.

North Korea threat is 'critical, imminent,' Japan tells US, South Korea

October 23, 2017

South Korea's Song also acknowledged that "North Korea's provocative behaviour is becoming worse and worse", in public remarks before reporters were escorted out of the meeting room. "What can not be overlooked is the fact that the USA, not being contented with the joint military exercises on the Korean peninsula, is kicking up the racket of military pressure upon the DPRK on a world-wide scale while getting more undisguised in its attempt to introduce North Atlantic Treaty Organisation and ...

Argentine peso rises after Macri allies' strong showing in mid-term election

October 23, 2017

In a widely-watched race, Esteban Bullrich, Macri's former education minister and ally, beat the president's left-leaning predecessor, Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner , with 42.7 percent versus 36 percent in the capital, preliminary results showed.

BJP releases list of star campaigners for Himachal polls

October 23, 2017

The star campaigner list also includes chief ministers of UP, goa, Madhya Pradesh, Uttrakhand and Madhya Pradesh. The prime minister's top cabinet ministers including Rajnath Singh , Sushma Swaraj , Uma Bharti, Arun Jaitley , Nitin Gadkari and Smriti Irani will also be a part of the election campaigning.

Slovenian president eyes second term in Sunday election

October 23, 2017

Apart from Pahor, the most likely candidate to get into the second round is the mayor of Kamnik Marjan Sarec , who is backed by his own non-parliamentary center-left party Lista Marjana Sarca, opinion polls showed. Seven other candidates ran for president on Sunday. Pahor has defended his tenure, saying the president has limited authority and he can't intervene "in matters that only deepen divisions".

Russian Federation radio presenter stabbed in neck

October 23, 2017

She was taken to a Moscow hospital for surgery. To get into the building, the man sprayed gas in the face of a security guard at the entrance on the ground floor then went up to the 14th floor, where the station's studios are located. The latest incident comes after one of the station's regular presenters, Yulia Latynina, said she had been forced to flee her country following a series of attacks, including the torching of her vehicle.

Police Seek Couple for Brutal Murder of 13-Day-Old Infant

October 23, 2017

Kelly said Sullivan will appear before a judge in Georgia, then the question of her extradition to Utah will be addressed. According to 11Alive's NBC affiliate in Salt Lake City , Maria Elena Sullivan, 26, and Dylan James Kitzmiller, 21, were charged with murder, first-degree felony, and three counts of child abuse inflicting serious bodily injury.

Catalans Plan Human Shield to Block Madrid Takeover

October 23, 2017

The spokesman said the party plans to launch a legal appeal against the application of article 155, which would take the power from the regional government and lead to snap elections. However, Catalan government spokesman Jordi Turull said this was not an option. The Senate has yet to agree to the steps proposed by Rajoy, but the measures are likely to obtain the necessary support.

Gas prices continue to fall

October 23, 2017

Despite continuing to decline across the state, gas prices remain, on average, 18 cents higher per gallon in Florida than they did before Hurricane Harvey impacted the Gulf and oil production. "Regional hotspots like this may continue in the weeks ahead as gas stations come closer to fully passing along lower gas prices after Harvey and now become subject to new factors driving prices up and down".

National Anthem in cinema halls may soon become optional

October 23, 2017

The apex court had previous year ordered the theatres across the country to mandatorily play the national anthem before a movie and the audience must stand and show respect, in a bid to "instil committed patriotism and nationalism". The Supreme Court gave enough indications on Monday that it might make it optional for the cinema halls to play National Anthem before the start of each show.

CIA Takes More Aggressive Role in Afghanistan

October 23, 2017

These CIA missions will reportedly include both paramilitary personnel of the CIA along with US special operations forces detailed to the agency for specific missions. "This is unforgiving, relentless...we have to be focused on crushing our enemies". This may reflect the agency's role in a new US strategy on Afghanistan , which has been recently presented by US President Donald Trump, the publication said.

Man accused of stalking young siblings in Crown Heights

October 23, 2017

I am watching you!" 'THEY FOUND MY GIRL!' the father of the 14-year-old girl posted on Facebook after his daughter was rescued from a gated house on Snediker Ave near Linden Blvd around 2pm on Saturday. Police say the suspect accused of stalking the children was seen on surveillance video parking a white four-door sedan in front of the victims' residence before he left the vehicle and stood on the sidewalk staring at the house.

Centre to hold sustained dialogue on Kashmir issue: Rajnath

October 23, 2017

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram said he hopes Dineshwar Sharma's appointment's is an admission on the part of the Narendra Modi government that it's "muscular approch" in Jammu and Kashmir has failed. We want to understand aspirations of people of Jammu and Kashmir", the minister said. Sharma was Director of IB from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2016.

Australian teacher shot dead in Kenya may have been targeted, lawyer says

October 23, 2017

Before moving to Nairobi in 2015, where Ms Maina was headteacher at the elite Hillcrest Preparatory School , she taught English and drama for nearly five years at Sarah Redfern High School in southwest Sydney. Before moving to Nairobi in 2015, where Ms Maina was head teacher at the elite Hillcrest Preparatory School, she taught English and drama for nearly five years at Sarah Redfern High School in southwest Sydney.

Sask. RCMP shoot man dead after police vehicle rammed

October 23, 2017

Members located the suspect vehicle and a brief pursuit was initiated. A woman who was also in the vehicle also sustained minor injuries. Shortly afterwards, they said they saw three ambulances on site and watched as a man was taken away to hospital.

Man runs himself over in freakish road rage incident

October 23, 2017

It already has over 267,000 views as of the time of writing. The clip was shot in the Sydney suburb of Malabar , and shows a man getting out of his vehicle to try and talk to the beeping driver behind him. Another man gets out from the passenger seat to help him up. "You caused that", he told the couple in the auto behind him. After the second driver's several attempts to tell the man to put his auto in park, the man goes back to his seat and drives away without closing the door.

Pakistan Finance Minister appears before accountability court

October 23, 2017

The NAB authorities had provided a list of 28 witnesses in the case on which the court directed the prosecution to produce two of the witnesses on next hearing, which is scheduled for today. Masood Ghani, the operations manager in a private bank, will give his testimony later in the day. Later, NAB submitted a plea seeking endorsement for seizing the Dar's assets by the new NAB chairman .

7-year-old boy dead after being attacked by two pit bulls

October 23, 2017

One neighbor says the dogs were never vicious to him. OFFICER: Lowell, shots fired, the dog is hit, it's still coming at me . "Two 100, 120-pound pit bulls just getting his neck, his legs". They're also banned from all military bases in the United States for being a " dangerous dog breed ". Following the attack, one of the pit bulls escaped the enclosed area.

Rainy morning, then scattered showers — Sunday weather

October 23, 2017

Highs will be in the low-60s both days. South southwest wind around 6 miles per hour becoming calm in the evening. Sunday night: Patchy fog after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 35 miles per hour. Monday Night: Isolated showers between 9 pm and 11 pm. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Mariah Carey's LA Home Burglarized For $50K In Purses, Sunglasses

October 23, 2017

He claimed their relationship had merely acted as a distraction during a "low point" in his life. 'She was kind, exciting and fun. Insiders claimed at the time that she believed James - who was a Scientologist between 2002 and 2006 - had been influenced by his business manager and former Church of Scientology spokesperson Tommy Davis, who Mariah believed poisoned his mind against her.

Asean defence ministers start two-day talks in Philippines

October 23, 2017

The Philippines on Monday announced the end of five months of military operations in Marawi after a fierce and unfamiliar urban war that marked the country's biggest security crisis in years. "Australia and the Philippines have (an) extremely long shared regional and military history and our engagement here in the surveillance activity (in Marawi) has been an important extension of that", Payne said as she visited the crew of AP-3C Orion Aircraft of the Australian Defence Force.

Schumer: Obamacare Bailout Will Pass, 'Put It on the Floor Immediately'

October 23, 2017

The Republican president said on October 12 that his administration would stop paying billions of dollars in subsidies that help insurers give discounts to low-income households under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. McConnell's remarks come as Trump continues to criticize the news media for what he has repeatedly called unfair coverage that ignores his positive achievements, including what he says is the impact of his policies on the USA economy.

Theresa May 'begged Jean-Claude Juncker to help her fight off plots'

October 23, 2017

And with numerous leadership plotters within her own ranks, as well as an highly popular opposition leader heaping pressure on the Prime Minister and her deeply divided Cabinet, it would be no surprise to see European Union officials ramp up negotiations with the Labour Party even further in preparation for the inevitable fall of the current administration.

Australia tightens security checks on airport staff

October 23, 2017

The changes follow concerns raised by union and intelligence experts about the screening of staff, many of whom are on casual contracts. The move to beef up security comes after authorities claimed to have foiled an alleged terrorist plot in which a military-grade explosive was stashed inside luggage to be put on a July 15 flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi.

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