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Brighton Draws With Burnley as Glenn Murray Misses First Half Penalty

December 16, 2017

Brighton's biggest chance to end their goal drought came in the 36th minute, though, as James Tarkowski was penalised for bundled into Murray inside the box, handing the striker a chance to convert his own spot kick. Sean Dyche was hoping for a reaction from his side in the second half after a below par performance in the first period, although Chris Wood failed to test Ryan with a tame strike from the edge of the area after the restart.

'Absolutely Grisly.' A Woman Was Mauled to Death by Her Own Dogs

December 16, 2017

While she had a Glen Allen address, Agnew said, Stephens grew up in Goochland and frequently walked the dogs in the wooded area where her body was found, which was near an old family farm. Initial reports from the medical examiner's office said Stephens - whom Agnew described as petite, 5-foot-1 and 125 pounds - had a cause of death "consistent with being mauled by these dogs".

Late Mueller goal earns Bayern win at Stuttgart

December 16, 2017

Mueller put the visitors ahead with 11 minutes remaining and keeper Ulreich saved Chadrac Akolo's spot-kick as Bayern remained in pole position to win a sixth straight league title heading into the winter break. Federation Internationale de Football Association rules stipulate that a player can not play for more than two clubs during a season and, given that Sanches has made 10 appearances for Swansea this term as well as his brief period on the field for Bayern, he wouldn't be able to play ...

Hartford Gun Buy Back Program Saturday

December 16, 2017

The Hartford effort has been led by doctors David Shapiro and Brendan Campbell of Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center and Connecticut Children's Medical Center. More than 3,400 guns have been turned in since in 2002. Police said all "guns must be delivered unloaded in clear plastic bags, and any ammunition must be delivered in a separate bag".

Trump assails Federal Bureau of Investigation leadership, praises local law enforcement

December 16, 2017

Taking aim at the credibility of the FBI , President Trump unleashed a blistering attack on the bureau's leadership even as he praised state and local police officers as a bulwark against rising violence and crime. Speaking to journalists on the White House's South Lawn Friday morning, President Trump said: "Let's put it this way, there is absolutely no collusion that has been proven.

Intriguing first look of Aiyaary

December 16, 2017

On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, the Aiyaari team has released the first poster of the film that has Sidharth Malhotra , Naseeruddin Shah and Manoj Bajpayee in lead roles. "His intelligence, sharpness and wit not only bedazzles his own troops, but also earns him the respect of his enemies". It clearly means the masters of the Beharoooiya.

Paul Ryan reportedly makes a major decision after much 'soul searching'

December 16, 2017

The White House will hold a press briefing Thursday afternoon with press secretary Sarah Sanders . "There is certainly a school of thought that says 'leave on a high note.' And passage of tax reform would be a high note for a guy that's spent 18 years in Congress working on it", one GOP lawmaker close to Ryan told The Hill last month.

Tina F. Smith, Minnesota's Lieutenant Governor, is replacing Al Franken in Senate

December 16, 2017

Last week, Franken, facing a string of sexual misconduct allegations and mounting pressure from fellow Democrats, announced he would be resigning "in the coming" weeks, but has not yet disclosed exactly when. Dayton joked about the possibility that a Republican could take over as governor, saying "I intend to be alive" through the end of his term. In 2016, she was named one of the top 25 most influential women in state politics by CQ Roll Call.

Lawyer offered payouts for women willing to come forward about Trump harassment

December 16, 2017

This all happened during the 2016 presidential race, the report said. Bloom, in her Twitter statement , explained that when she takes on cases for free, or at a reduced fee, she includes in the contract that the firm will take one-third of any payment the client receives as a media fee.

Credit Acceptance Corporation (CACC) Stock Price Hits 52-Week High Today

December 16, 2017

Winslow Capital Management Llc who had been investing in Salesforce.Com Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $76.19 billion market cap company. The firm has "Market Perform" rating by JMP Securities given on Wednesday, August 26. BMO Capital Markets maintained the stock with "Hold" rating in Friday, October 6 report.

President Trump makes moon missions NASA's near-term goal

December 16, 2017

Trump said during a brief ceremony at the White House , where he signed what the White House called Space Policy Directive 1. Almost half a century after the last human being set foot on the lunar surface in 1972, Mr Trump said the moon would be used as a stepping stone to a Mars landing.

'Savage' personal attacks made Rahul stronger: Sonia Gandhi

December 16, 2017

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh also addressed the gathering and said that with Rahul Gandhi's elevation the party will witness a new energy. Congress has always and will always meet any challenge with love and affection, he added. But today, politics is not being used to uplift people, but to crush them.

Helen Of Troy LTD (NASDAQ:HELE) Institutional Investors Quarterly Sentiment

December 16, 2017

It also upped Zillow Group Inc. (MMI) has declined 0.91% since December 16, 2016 and is downtrending. It has outperformed by 2.48% the S&P500. Ubs Asset Mngmt Americas has invested 0% of its portfolio in Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE ).

The Newest: Winds briefly calm at enormous California hearth

December 16, 2017

The 404-square-mile Thomas Fire was moving rapidly westward and crested Montecito Peak, just north of the unincorporated Santa Barbara County community of Montecito. Forecasters expect strong Santa Ana winds this weekend to whip the flames with gusts up to 40 miles per hour. Crews stripped or burned brush in areas near homes in an effort to starve the blaze.

Economist: GOP Tax Bill Offers Little for Poor or Middle Class Americans

December 16, 2017

That expansion persuaded Sen. Marco Rubio, a Florida Republican, to back the new bill, buoying chances for passage. See text of the bill (http://docs.house.gov/billsthisweek/20171218/CRPT-115HRPT-466.pdf). Considering its massive tax cuts for corporations and the wealthiest Americans, critics charge "this tax bill was written for Republicans' wealthy campaign contributors", and worldwide economists warn it will " turbocharge inequality in America ".

Hurt in Ski Lift Malfunction at Central Pennsylvania Mountain

December 16, 2017

Five people sustained minor injuries after a ski lift malfunction Saturday morning at Tussey Mountain in Boalsburg. The ski lift is not moving, and emergency crews are lowering people with ropes. we are working on it now". But in a later tweet , the resort added: "There has not been a collapse". No serious danger has been reported, with the resort clarifying that "Our ski, EMS, and staff are working on evaluating anyone on the lift, off" on Twitter.

Brides become Australia's first same-sex married couple

December 16, 2017

Normally, couples in Australia must wait 30 days after requesting a marriage license before any ceremony can take place. The ceremony took place in front of 65 guests at a ceremony in Camden in Sydney's south-west. "Pretty simple, but nonetheless special in my view!" Amy And Elise McDonald, 36 and 28, who happened to have the same surname, are understood to have married a couple of hours later in Melbourne .

Tillerson: 'Our Communication Channels Remain Open - North Korea Knows They're Open'

December 16, 2017

Tillerson spoke at a meeting on North Korea's proliferation convened by Japan , which holds the rotating Security Council presidency this month. Tensions have been on the rise on the Korean Peninsula in recent months as Pyongyang keeps pursuing its nuclear program and missile testing, despite worldwide sanctions and condemnation, while the USA and its allies intensify drills near North Korea's borders.

City where Jesus grew up 'cancels Christmas'

December 16, 2017

Salam's statement came as the start of the Christmas festivities was set to begin in Nazareth later Saturday with the lighting of the tree. "The decision has taken away the joy of the holiday, and we will cancel the festivities this year", he said .

Former Russian economy minister slapped with 8-yr jail term for bribery

December 16, 2017

Moment after the presiding judge, Larisa Semyonova, had pronounced the sentence, court bailiffs put handcuffs on Ulyukayev and escorted him to a cage in the courtroom after. Ulyukayev was convicted of accepting the bribe in cash during a sting operation while he was minister. The Investigative Committee said in November that Ulyukayev was caught in the act of being handed a bag containing $2 million by Sechin for a positive appraisal that allowed Russian energy company Rosneft to buy the ...

Brrr! It's going to get worse, cold wave next

December 16, 2017

Shallow fog at several places also dropped visibility during the morning hours. 11 trains are arriving late, 1 has been rescheduled and 9 cancelled due to decreased visibility and operational reasons. Sriganganagar was the coldest place in the state at 3.3 degrees Celsius. It was the coldest recorded place in the Valley. The minimum temperatures throughout the valley and the Ladakh region remained several notches below the freezing point despite partially cloudy weather.

Pakistan observes third anniversary of APS massacre

December 16, 2017

In his special message on Twitter the army chief said, "The great sacrifice of our innocent beloved children & their courageous families remains unforgettable". On the other hand, Chief Minister of Punjab Shehbaz Sharif said that the nation can not forget sacrifices rendered by APS students and staff members as they were for special cause.

Vijay Diwas: Nirmala Sitharaman, General Bipin Rawat Pay Tributes To Soldiers

December 16, 2017

This is unedited, unformatted feed from the Press Trust of India wire. In spite of these grave provocations, India treated them as local incidents and did not allow them to escalate into a major conflict. This was in line with India's objective of deterring aggression and not making territorial gains in Pakistan. "So, we have named it Bangladesh-Bharat Moitree Udyaan (Bangladesh-India friendship park)", Chowdhury, who hails from South Tripura district, told reporters.He hoped that the park ...

Howard Hughes Corp (NYSE:HHC) Shares Bought by Keeley Teton Advisors LLC

December 16, 2017

Shares of Howard Hughes Corp (NYSE:HHC) traded up $1.57 during mid-day trading on Friday, reaching $128.91. The Howard Hughes Corporation (NYSE:HHC) has risen 25.50% since December 15, 2016 and is uptrending. Pacific Heights Asset Management Llc owns 500,000 shares or 0.94% of their U.S. portfolio. Glenmede Trust Na reported 154 shares. Ameriprise Fincl holds 0% of its portfolio in The Howard Hughes Corporation (NYSE:HHC) for 35,242 shares.

Met Office issues ice weather warning

December 16, 2017

Icy roads in Potter Heigham earlier in the week. The yellow weather warning will be in place for 18 hours, between 5pm today - Friday, December 15 - and 11am Saturday, December 16. She said: "It is going to turn colder from Friday but we are not expecting it to be as bad as it was last weekend". Wintry showers overnight may have also resulted in some slight accumulations over higher ground.

Video shows coyote attacking little dog in suburban IL backyard

December 16, 2017

The attack lasts only about eight seconds and was captured on the couple's home surveillance camera. According to Barnaby Dinges, Vicky's husband, Boozer, upon returning home, went back into his kennel on his own but still appeared to be shaken up from the attack.

Harry, Meghan set wedding date

December 16, 2017

The royal family is expected to pay for the wedding, the church service, the music, the flowers and the reception. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will Wednesday on Saturday, May 19, at Windsor Castle. Arsenal have reached the cup final in three of the last four years, so perhaps Harry is sick of their success. Royal officials last month announced 33-year-old Harry's engagement to the 36-year-old divorcee, who is best known for her starring role as a lawyer in the hit television show "Suits".

Austrian coalition deal on new gov't presented to president

December 16, 2017

It is the first time the far right is in an Austrian government coalition in more than 10 years. His defeated opponent, Norbert Hofer, will become infrastructure minister in the next government, the OVP spokesman said. Kurz and Strache were due to present their agreement at 4 p.m. (1500 GMT) on the Kahlenberg, a hill overlooking the capital and famed as the site of the 1683 Battle of Vienna, which ended a siege of the city by Ottoman Turks.

South Africa ruling party meeting delayed | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

December 16, 2017

Zuma could carry on as head of state until 2019, when his term ends, or he could step down or be ousted before then by the new party leader ahead of the general elections. Some South Africans fear, however, that Ms Dlamini-Zuma would be influenced by her ex-husband and perhaps shelter him from prosecution. Mpumalanga, North West and some Eastern Cape delegates joined in, singing "Baholi bethu siyanixelela, imhlophe imonopoly" (Our leaders, we are telling you, monopoly is white).

Import Tax Increases On Cellphones In India, Apple May Get Hurt

December 16, 2017

The move comes after weeks of wrangling with global giant Apple, which wanted exemptions on component imports if India wanted it to expand the assembly of iPhones here. Apple has been pushing very hard to get necessary permissions from the Indian government , but the officials are denying the company's requests. Apple's arch rival Samsung Electronics manufactures most of its handsets that are sold in the country.

Rain chances increasing for the weekend

December 16, 2017

Temperatures are falling quickly Friday night. High temperatures in the afternoon will be in the mid-50s. Looking for some rain? It's coming for most of North Alabama and Southern Middle Tennessee, but some get more than others in this very uneven round of rain .

Russell Simmons Takes Lie Detector Test to Prove Innocence Amid Rape Allegations

December 16, 2017

At that time , Dixon was 24 years old, and she was doing quite well at the label. Sallie eventually evaded Simmons by barricading herself in her hotel room. Russell Simmons has been accused of rape and abuse by nine more women . "The current allegations sent to me by the New York Times range from the patently untrue to the frivolous and hurtful".

Ambassador Nikki Haley Says US Has Proof Iran Violated A UN Resolution

December 16, 2017

Since President Donald Trump has done his best to infuriate the petulant dictator of the neighboring country to the north, according to the article, Team Trump now questions the wisdom of sending USA athletes to the games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, apparently concerned that North Korea could use the presence of American athletes there to justify an attack on the games.

US Officials Concerned About 2 Reporters Detained in Myanmar

December 16, 2017

Tillerson, who last month declared the violence against the Rohingya to be "ethnic cleansing", has said Washington was considering "targeted sanctions" against those deemed responsible. It was not immediately clear how far down the chain of command the U.S. measures would reach and who might be named. It said it also planned to stage official protests and prayers.

Winter Session: Oppn corners Modi over Pak-Guj polls row

December 16, 2017

He said that he hopes for a fruitful parliamentary session that would benefit the country. "I remember, when the UPA government was in power they did not let anyone else put his or her point in front and because of that we had to debate for weeks to discuss on issues like corruption and terrorism", Naqvi stated.

US Senator John McCain suffers side effects of brain tumour therapy; hospitalised

December 16, 2017

Joe, 75, appeared on the show to promote his new memoir, Promise Me, Dad , which focuses on Beau. "It's not about me, it's about everyone with cancer ", Meghan said as Biden got up to take a seat next to her. One thing Meghan has done for her dad since his diagnosis is make sure he got to attend her wedding . The senator, who fought in the Vietnam War and was a prisoner of war for more than five years, has served as the Arizona Senator since 1987 and ran unsuccessfully for ...

Macron tries to lead world against Trump with climate change plan

December 16, 2017

Campaigners in Paris urge companies at the summit to phase out fossil fuels. Its chief goal was to secure financing for the transition to renewable energy. "We are losing the battle", Macron said at Tuesday's "One Planet" summit . "Mike Bloomberg, the Governor of California [Jerry Brown] have said they will stand in place of the American government", Macron told an auditorium packed with leaders and officials on Tuesday afternoon.

Alabama Senate race: Trump candidate under spotlight as state votes

December 16, 2017

Meanwhile, Republican candidates across the country, up and down the ballot, will be pressed by Democrats to plainly state their position on Moore, a lose-lose proposition in these tribal times. "We can't afford to have a liberal Democrat who is completely controlled by Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer ", Trump said of Jones, repeating his earlier argument that he would be a "puppet" of the top Democratic lawmakers.

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Tina Smith to replace Al Franken in the Senate

December 16, 2017

Smith said during the appointment announcement that she expects to head to the Senate in early January. Gov. Mark Dayton was expected to tap his longtime political ally to the seat, and has set a special election for next November. Franken, in his resignation speech , said he was "aware that there is some irony in the fact that I am leaving" while President Trump remains in office amid past sexual misconduct allegations being brought up again.

Peru President Kuczynski faces impeachment over graft scandal

December 16, 2017

A Brazilian construction company at the center of Latin America's biggest graft scandal disclosed this week payments totaling $4.8 million to companies owned by Kuczynski or a close friend, triggering calls for him to resign. For part of that period, Kuczynski was head of the economy and chief of cabinet for then-president Alejandro Toledo, whom Odebrecht said it paid $20 million in kickbacks to win a contract managing a highway project.

The Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) Receives $13.96 Consensus PT from Brokerages

December 16, 2017

About 11.13M shares traded or 32.48% up from the average. Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (NASDAQ: HBAN ) has shown an EPS growth of 3.60% in the last 5 years and sales growth of 6.00% for the same year while for the next 5 years; the EPS growth estimates 9.50%.Along with this Sales growth yoy (quarter over quarter) was considered as 25.70%.

Florida soccer coach now facing child sex charge

December 16, 2017

Rian Rodriguez, 27, appeared in court in Columbia County, Florida, on Friday morning after being booked into the county jail the previous day. He had been planning to buy bogus credentials so the two could leave the country, according to police.

Celebrations as John Alexander wins Bennelong despite swing to Labor

December 16, 2017

While Labor has sought to redefine Saturday's poll as a referendum on Mr Turnbull's leadership, the Liberals have worked hard to remind voters of Ms Keneally's past as NSW premier and her links to corrupt state MPs such as Eddie Obeid. Alexander is also favoured to win back his seat, but the comfortable margin of nearly 20 percentage points that he won by in 2016 is expected to shrink significantly after a robust campaign by Keneally and Labor, who have urged voters to use the election to ...

Osweiler leads Broncos past Colts, losers of five straight

December 16, 2017

Multiple sources told 9News that Siemian's injury is such that he will miss the final two games of the season. Siemian was taken to the locker room after being driven into the ground by Colts linebacker Barkevious Mingo late in the first quarter.

Nazareth cancels Christmas celebration over Trump Jerusalem move

December 16, 2017

The protest was Fantastic, successful and energetic, there was so many people from different counties raised a voice in support for Palestine. A total of sixteen Muslim countries participated in the summit, including Egypt. However, anger at the decision remains palpable. In Jordan, thousands of people also demonstrated on Friday in the latest round of protests called by the Muslim Brotherhood, burning Israeli and American flags.

Blue Origin Launches New Crew Capsule on Third New Shepard Rocket

December 16, 2017

The single-stage rocket, powered by a throttleable BE-3 engine, took off from Blue Origin's test site near Van Horn, Texas, Tuesday under a veil of secrecy. Ultimately Blue Origin plans to use the New Shepard rocket to launch paying customers on suborbital flights to space. The New Shepard is created to provide passengers with a short, weightless experience during an 11-minute flight to space.

Trump thanks Putin for remarks on 'America's strong economic performance'

December 16, 2017

Russian Federation said Trump initiated the phone call to thank Putin for his favourable assessment of his work. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on a conference call that Putin and Trump had also spoken about establishing contacts with North Korea.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ:GT) Short Interest & Technical Update

December 16, 2017

It has outperformed by 33.43% the S&P500. David Iben decreased its stake in Yandex N V (YNDX) by 32.03% based on its latest 2017Q2 regulatory filing with the SEC. Sterling Capital Management Llc who had been investing in Cooper Tire & Rubber for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $1.77B market cap company.

Mizoram Becomes Third Power-Surplus State in Northeast: PM Modi

December 16, 2017

After completion of about 30 per cent of the project activities, the works were suspended in 2004 due to local agitation. Meanwhile, elaborate security arrangements have been put in place in Shillong for the prime minister's visit. BJP leader Bashai Khongwir said leaders from across the state would attend the rally and party volunteers have geared up to ensure the programme's success.

Muslim nations say Trump is now disqualified from Israeli-Palestinian peace process

December 16, 2017

Mr Trump announced the move last week, reversing decades of U.S. policy and recognising Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, jeopardising Middle East peace efforts and upsetting the Arab world and Western allies alike. Arab League foreign ministers in a resolution after an emergency meeting in Cairo on Saturday urged Washington to rescind its Jerusalem move and for the global community to recognise a Palestinian state.

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