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Opera waited year to act on accusation against conductor

December 05, 2017

On Monday, some opera lovers and others took to social media to question whether the Met knew about troubling behavior by Mr. Levine and why its general manager, Peter Gelb, and other leaders did not investigate him before now, given disturbing rumors about his private life that had long circulated in music circles.

Is there a Bearish outlook for Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL) this week?

December 05, 2017

They expect $0.46 earnings per share, up 1,050.00% or $0.42 from last year's $0.04 per share. Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky raised its position in shares of Halliburton Company by 19.3% in the first quarter. HAL's SI was 22.49M shares in December as released by FINRA. Independent Portfolio Consultants holds 555 shares. Deutsche Bancorporation Ag accumulated 0% or 5,880 shares.

(UNP) Shares Sold by Edmond DE Rothschild Holding SA

December 05, 2017

Fmr Llc acquired 354,177 shares as Endo Intl Plc (ENDP)'s stock declined 9.17%. Moreover, Reliant Invest Mgmt Lc has 2.27% invested in Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP ). Northeast Financial Consultants Incorporated stated it has 8,979 shares. Quantres Asset Mgmt Ltd invested in 0.57% or 8,100 shares. (NYSE:TJX). Sumitomo Life Insur Com holds 0.39% or 41,391 shares in its portfolio.

San Marcos police officer shot

December 05, 2017

Officials said they won't disclose the officer's name until next of kin is notified. He was transported to an Austin hospital, but his condition was not disclosed in the City of San Marcos' release. that the shooter was barricaded inside the home and a SWAT team had been called in to help. The men and women in law enforcement put their lives on the line every day to protect and to serve our communities, and we will never forget their sacrifices.

Honduras Announces Official Election Results, Incumbent in Lead

December 05, 2017

The belated results of the November 26 presidential elections come after a week of sometimes violent demonstrations that led the government to suspend constitutional rights and impose a curfew for 10 days. Marisa Matias of the European Union observer mission urged electoral officials to be flexible and respect a reasonable time frame for parties to present any petitions or challenges.

US Soccer President Sunil Gulati Announces He Won't Run for Re-Election

December 05, 2017

The U.S. men's national team's failure to qualify for the World Cup put him firmly on the hot seat, and though he stated in the immediate aftermath that he would take full accountability for the debacle, he neglected to resign or state that he was not running for president again-until Monday.

Salvation Army kicks off red kettle campaign

December 05, 2017

The brooch is valued at almost $5,000, the Salvation Army said, and was donated through a kettle at Downtown Crossing on November 29. Monday, Belk welcomed the kettles back. This year some red kettles will have credit card options as well. PEVIOUS STORY: Belk will have Salvation Army bell ringers outside their stores this holiday season.

Former Stanford swimmer files appeal in sex assault case

December 05, 2017

The case prompted renewed outrage after Turner was given a six-month sentence, of which he was released three months early for good behavior . Turner's lawyers claim his trial was compromised due to limits on the number of character witnesses they could use, the inability of the jury to consider later offenses, and the prosecution's contention that the assault occurred "behind the dumpster", prejudiced the jury since it "implied moral depravity, callousness and culpability on the appellant's ...

Mueller just abruptly reversed course on his bail agreement with Manafort

December 05, 2017

The op-ed was being drafted as late as last week, with Manafort now under house arrest. Special counsel Robert Mueller asked a federal judge to deny Paul Manafort's request to release him from house arrest, pointing to a draft of an op-ed the former Trump campaign manager ghostwrote with an associate tied to Russian intelligence, according to multiple reports.

Why judge ordered arrest of ex-Governor Chimaroke Nnamani

December 05, 2017

Shamsudeen stressed that the accused was bed ridden in the USA due to a surgery he had undergone, adding that other accused had entered a plea bargain in the matter. "Consequently, this case is adjourned until December 14, for further proceedings". Judges that have handled the case include Tijani Abubakar, Charles Archibong (retd.), and Mohammed Yunusa, who was later suspended by the National Judicial Council over corruption allegations.

Nassau SPCA: Port Washington man bites eye out of family shih tzu

December 05, 2017

It wasn't clear if Kluger had a lawyer who could comment. "This type of dog is very prone to dysplasia". She was wagging her tail and licking me'. The dog has since been returned to her owners. Aaron is due in First District Court in Hempstead on December 27. Gary Rogers, a spokesman for the SPCA, said on Monday morning that the veterinarian who treated Chloe is hopeful the pooch will regain her sight with proper care and treatment.

San Antonio Spurs guard Kyle Anderson likely has MCL strain

December 05, 2017

Anderson is enjoying a career season while filling in as the starting small forward during Leonard's absence. The 24-year-old is expected to undergo an MRI on Monday in San Antonio to confirm the injury. Anderson made an early exit from Sunday's loss and appeared to be in a significant amount of pain following the injury. He will be out along with Kawhi Leonard , who continues to rehab his injured quad.

City to hold state Bicentennial flag raising on Monday

December 05, 2017

A couple of dozen people gathered next to the flagpole in front of the DeKalb County Courthouse in Sycamore to hear County Chairman Mark Pietrowski read a letter from State Rep. There's more information at the state's official bicentennial site, illinois200.com . The Illinois Bicentennial Commission had suggested local communities might read a proclamation or resolution, and raise the Illinois bicentennial flag (the governor sent along a complimentary copy) in honor of the occasion.

Bill for death sentence to minors' rapists passed

December 05, 2017

Chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "There are people in society who can be set right only by severe punishments". It also proposes punishment for disrobing a woman, stalking or sex on the pretext of marriage and makes the offence by habitual offenders non-bailable and punishable.

Gujarat Assembly Elections 2017: Relief for farmers highlights Congress manifesto

December 05, 2017

The Gujarat Assembly elections will be held in two phases on December 9 and 14. Smartphones and laptops for college students. Gujarat Congress President Bharat Singh Solanki said that equal rights of education and employment will be given to Patidars and non-reserved people.

Buhari arrives Abuja from Jordan

December 05, 2017

During the meeting, the King and the president stressed the importance of coordination and enhancing global cooperation in the war against terrorism within a holistic approach as it threatens the security of the entire world. On the sidelines of the Aqaba Meetings, King Abdullah met with President of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari , President of Guinea Alpha Condé, President of Niger Mahamadou Issoufou, and President of Mali Ibrahim Boubacar Keita.

2604 fishermen rescued, search on for remaining: Tamil Nadu government

December 05, 2017

Around a thousand people have been stranded in rescue centres. "Rescue operations are continuing" she said in a tweet. The fishermen said their presence in the official rescue teams could have saved more lives. Chief minister K Palaniswami made the request as he discussed the situation with union home minister Rajnath Singh. Mangaluru: Two cargo vessels from Mangaluru bound for Lakshadweep capsized due to cyclone Ockhi near Lakshadweep while another vessel has gone missing.

Oakville shooting victim was known to police

December 05, 2017

Halton police say they responded to a call at around 7 p.m. on December 3 in the area of North Park Blvd. and Sawmill Rd. reporting possible gun shots. Homicide has taken over the investigation. Anyone with new information is being asked to call police or Crime Stoppers. On Sunday night tactical rescue and canine units were initially present at the scene, but later left.

The Important Messages From Zions Bancorporation (ZION) and CBRE Group, Inc

December 05, 2017

Utah Retirement holds 36,680 shares. Americafirst Capital Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Zions Bancorporation during the second quarter valued at approximately $175,000. It is common practice for investors to use the price-to-earnings ratio (P/E ratio or price multiple) to determine if a company's stock price is over or undervalued.

ABC News suspends top journalist over inaccurate Flynn reporting

December 05, 2017

That would have been an explosive development in the ongoing Russian Federation investigation, but hours later, Mr Ross clarified that report on the evening news, saying that his source now said that Mr Trump had done so as president-elect, after the election.

Group posts 'white revolution' flyers on SMU campus

December 05, 2017

Another says gays and lesbians have "misplaced pride". Another flier taped to a lamppost says to "reclaim America", and "no more tolerance, no more diversity". Two individuals later were recorded carrying a banner at about 12:20 a.m. Sunday. According to The Daily Campus , SMU President R. Gerald Turner responded Sunday with a universitywide email denouncing the fliers, and added that campus police launched an investigation.

Chicago Suburb Named Among Top 20 Safest Cities in US

December 05, 2017

The statistic, however, was just a factor in a larger survey on the country's safest cities - of which no Florida cities cracked the top 20. Analysts evaluated more than 180 USA cities acorss35 key metrics including assaults per capita to the unemployment rate to road quality.

Has $1.06 Million Stake in Accenture PLC

December 05, 2017

General Electric Company (NYSE:GE) has declined 4.46% since December 4, 2016 and is downtrending. Check Capital Management Inc increased Lkq Corp (LKQ) stake by 3.83% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. UBS maintained General Electric Company (NYSE:GE) rating on Friday, October 14. The rating was downgraded by Bernstein on Monday, April 4 to "Market Perform".

DJ Khaled Anybody Who's Anybody ... Came to My Birthday Party!!

December 05, 2017

Blige , Snoop Dogg , Jamie Foxx and Jimmy Iovine . Chef Salt Bae did the food with STK and Catch LA, and of course, Diddy's Ciroc was in abundance. "When they were inside the party they also stayed out of the spotlight, and they didn't pose together or in any group photos", a source told Hollywood Life .

Senate Passes $1.4 Trillion Tax Cut Legislation

December 04, 2017

Senate passed an expansive tax cut bill early Saturday that is projected to add more than $1 trillion to the deficit, after garnering enough support from faltering and fiscally conservative Republicans. Talks will begin, likely next week, between the Senate and the House of Representatives, which has already approved its own tax bill. Shares of CVS slipped 5 percent around midday on Monday.

Army unveils epic uniforms ahead of game vs. Navy

December 05, 2017

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Army will be wearing a new uniform honoring one of its famed divisions when it plays Navy this weekend in its big rivalry game. The white uniforms are made from material that minimizes weight, even when soaked with sweat.

United Nations confirms under secretary general for political affairs to visit North Korea

December 05, 2017

Jeffrey Feltman will stay through Friday to meet with a number of officials, including Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho and Vice Minister Pak Myong Guk, for a "wide-ranging policy discussion", said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

South Africa watchdog: $22M misspent on Nelson Mandela's funeral

December 05, 2017

The Public Protector advocate, Busisiwe Mkhwebane , in a 300-page report released in Pretoria, detailed lavish and inflated spending by Eastern Cape officials on the funeral of the former leader. Her investigation also uncovered the unauthorised payment of government funds to service providers without supporting documentation and gross overpricing by suppliers who were not on the municipal database.

Ivanka Trump roasted on Twitter after she praises the tax reform bill

December 05, 2017

Castellanos made the comment after ABC News's George Stephanopoulos, himself a former political consultant, asked if the ongoing Russian Federation probe posed an "existential threat" to the president. Taken together, Castellanos concluded that, "We're closer to impeachment now than we think". "It's likely that we'll do that without (Moore), lose the House", he continued.

Family: 13-year-old killed herself after years of bullying

December 04, 2017

KTLA reported that she apparently died due to asphyxiation by hanging. The bullying didn't stop after Rosalie attempted suicide. "I remember a couple nights she'd come home, telling me that the kids are calling her names about her teeth".

Red Flag Warning, Fire Weather Watch, and Freeze Watch

December 05, 2017

A cold front will move through the area this afternoon, bringing the possibility of showers and storms, according to the National Weather Service. Friday: A chance of snow before noon, followed by a chance of rain/snow between noon and 5 pm, followed by a chance of snow after 5 pm, partly sunny - high near 36, chance of precipitation - 30%.

How North Korea's nuclear tests kill citizens

December 04, 2017

According to the World Health Organization , exposure to radiation can harm the functioning of the body's tissues and organs. It depends on the radiation, but cancer risk is always present. "So the parents killed the baby". A spokesman for the Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety told NBC News it's "assumed" that exposure to radioactive material from the underground test site is excessive, but it's hard to confirm.

Rep. Nunes blows up, threatens Federal Bureau of Investigation with contempt

December 04, 2017

The discovery of the extramarital affair and the biased text messages took place over the summer. The Justice Department's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) indicated that its probe into the communications of agency officials is part of the watchdog's larger review of the FBI's actions before and after the 2016 presidential election.

Commonwealth Equity Services Inc Reduces Position in Campbell Soup Company (CPB)

December 04, 2017

Bottomline Technologies (EPAY) has risen 2.88% since December 4, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 19.72% the S&P500. Campbell Soup had a return on equity of 56.88% and a net margin of 11.08%. Following some medium-term indicators on shares of Xerox Corporation (XRX), we can see that the 40-day commodity channel index signal is presently Hold while the 50-day Parabolic SAR generates a Sell signal.

Rahul's Elevation as Congress Chief to be Coronation: BJP

December 04, 2017

Responding to the same, he categorically stated that he was a "Congressman for life", and alleged that such comments were a result of the party fearing Rahul Gandhi's defeat, "even in a rigged election". "After Jawaharlal ji, Lal Bahadur took office; he was not from Gandhi family". Former PM Manmohan Singh also concluded, "Rahul Gandhi has been the beloved of the Congress party and this will add yet another chapter in his quest of serving the people for the Congress party".

Two Women Accuse California Asm. Matt Dababneh Of Sexual Harassment

December 04, 2017

Pamela Lopez said Matt Dababneh , a Democrat representing the 45th Assembly District, locked her in a bathroom and masturbated in front of her during a legislative event in 2016. A California lobbyist has accused Assemblyman Matt Dababneh of sexual assault. Lopez described the incident in a letter to lawmakers, including Assemblywoman Laura Friedman, D-Burbank, chairwoman of the Assembly Rules Subcommittee on Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Prevention and Response.

Alan Dershowitz: No 'Obstruction of Justice' if Trump Just Using His Authority

December 04, 2017

The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee says the panel is starting to see "the putting together of a case of obstruction of justice" against President Donald Trump . This is a power which might take any such orders - direct, indirect, or even those by implication or suggestion - outside the purview of the criminal obstruction of justice law, says Banzhaf, who played a role involving special prosecutors to investigate two different presidents.

$0.47 EPS Expected for Carnival plc (CUK)

December 04, 2017

The stock increased 0.41% or $0.09 during the last trading session, reaching $21.92. About 1.29M shares traded or 14.94% up from the average. Bank of America upgraded CIT Group Inc. 20,412 are held by Sg Americas Securities Llc. The Company's flagship service is Vantage, a direct-to-investor platform, which enables clients to hold their funds, shares, exchange traded funds, bonds, investment trusts, individual savings accounts (ISAs), and self-invested personal pensions (SIPPs).

Donald Trump Heckled by Protesters in New York City: 'Lock Him Up'

December 04, 2017

President Trump's motorcade was greeted in New York City on Saturday by a large group of protestors chanting "lock him up" and "traitor". "We're gonna go to conference unless the Senate makes unbelievable changes to their bill in the next few days", said Rep.

Destroy terror 'safe havens' or else USA will: Central Intelligence Agency tells Pakistan

December 04, 2017

He disagreed with a journalist who suggested that Mattis might end up "butting heads" with Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa when he meets them in Islamabad on Monday on his first visit as the Pentagon chief.

Supreme Court rejects Texas same-sex marriage appeal, weighs sports betting ban

December 04, 2017

The Supreme Court announced it has denied certiorari, or refused to take up the petition seeking review of the decision, in an order list Monday reflecting decisions justices made during a conference last week Friday. "It's confirmation that the Texas Supreme Court got it right". The city and current Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, also a Democrat, appealed to the U.S.

Officer Who Shot Walter Scott Faces Sentencing

December 04, 2017

Slager's defense claimed that he feared for his life when Scott gained control of the patrolman's stun gun. Thanks to a plea bargain, prosecutors have already dropped two federal charges, and a state murder charge against Slager, the wire service reported.

Nebraska's Doug Peterson among attorneys general urging concealed-carry permit reciprocity

December 04, 2017

The goal is to free the common man from the cumbersome and often confusing patchwork of concealed carry laws in place around the nation. In fact, he is not even permitted to have his gun in his vehicle, even though he has a concealed carry permit from Kentucky, and this is because IL only recognizes its own carry permit.

Lawsuit Claims Hoover Retaliated Against Whistler Blower

December 04, 2017

Olivo serves as the communications director for the House Republican leadership. Olivo claims in the lawsuit that she was ordered by Wills to "keep [Doe] happy" and that she meant to terminate her before or shortly after Doe returned from her military leave.

UK's progress on fighting child poverty 'in peril'

December 04, 2017

This fell to 13% in 2011/12, and now has risen again to 16%. "This is a very real warning sign that our hard-fought progress is in peril". Responding to the report, the Bishop of Durham Rt Revd Paul Butler (pictured above), on behalf of the Church, said: "I am deeply concerned by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation's latest findings, showing a rise in poverty over the past five years, and the negative impact this has on people's health and relationships".

Hornets begin stretch of home games

December 04, 2017

The Magic are a tough team to figure out, as they started the season off hot, went on a masive losing streak and have now won two of their last three. However, he has missed Charlotte's last two games due to a bruised shoulder. The Magic are still struggling on defense - Before getting excited about holding NY to 100 points in Sunday's victory, the Knicks were missing a combined 43.6 points as Porzingis and Hardaway looked on as spectators.

Time releases shortlist for its 'Person of the Year'

December 04, 2017

Jeff Bezos Founder and chief executive of Amazon.com, Bezos is the richest person in the world. Time Person of the Year acquaints a commander-in-chief with odd bedfellows. The #MeToo movement , which was started in 2006 by social activist Tarana Burke to allow victims of sexual misconduct to share their stories and took off this past October in the wake of allegations against Harvey Weinstein, was next up on the list.

Ex-US Rep Brown sentenced to 5 years in fraud case

December 04, 2017

A judge has sentenced former U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown to five years in prison and a 3-year supervised release in her fraud case. She must also pay a portion of $452,515.87 in restitution to others. The former USA congresswoman, 71, was convicted in May of 18 counts of conspiracy, fraud and filing false tax returns. Simmons told jurors that his boss ordered him to take cash and checks from One Door's account on dozens of occasions and deposit the money into Brown's personal account.

Oppn blames EVMs for BJP win in UP civic polls

December 04, 2017

The official break-up of the Uttar Pradesh elections confirmed the figures viral on the social media since early morning showing the BJP's poor show in all polls, except those of mayors, conducted through ballot papers. "The results haven't been out yet and they have already started making excuses for their defeat". In the civic polls that concluded on Friday, the BJP won 14 of the 16 mayoral seats.

NIA questions Shefin Jahan again

December 04, 2017

Manseed and Safvan were arrested in October 2016 and they were chargesheeted in the Omar-al-Hindi case by NIA. Manseed, Shafin Jahan's friend Muneer brought Hadiya (Akhila Asokan) and him together. The Supreme Court is now hearing+ Shafin Jahan's appeal against the annulment. Shafin Jahan had challenged the Kerala High Court order of May nullifying his marriage with Hadiya and sought a recall of the court order asking NIA to investigate the conversion of Hadiya to Islam and her marriage.

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