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Sessions questioned in Russian Federation probe as Federal Bureau of Investigation accused of bias

January 26, 2018

Citing four sources who were told about the incident, the Times reported Mueller ended up keeping his job at the helm of the Russian Federation probe because White House counsel Don McGahn refused to comply with Trump's request that he order the Justice Department to fire Mueller.

Merkel calls for multilateralism, cooperation at Davos

January 26, 2018

German Chancellor Angela Merkel laughs during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland January 24, 2018. "We believe that if we are of that opinion that things are simply "not fair". She said Wednesday that the EU's remaining 27 member states need one voice on foreign policy "if we Europeans want to be taken seriously". But she noted that mostly USA technology companies had stolen a march, while in China the state and those firms that gather user data was ...

South Korea: Several dead after fire breaks out at hospital

January 26, 2018

According to the authorities, the fire began at about 7:30 a.m.at Sejong Hospital in the southern city. Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon has instructed related government agencies to mobilize all equipment and personnel possible to tackle the aftermath of a fire that broke out at a hospital in Miryang early Friday.

Taliban chief 'killed by a drone whereas having a shower'

January 26, 2018

The blacklisted individuals include: Abdul Qadeer Basir Abdul Baseer, said to have led the finance commission of the Taliban leadership Shura in Peshawar. Although allies in the war against Islamist militants, the two countries are now at loggerheads after Washington suspended almost $2 billion of aid, accusing Islamabad of supporting Taliban militants wreaking havoc in Afghanistan.

President Kovind to address nation on Republic-Day eve

January 26, 2018

Reminding Indian citizens of the responsibility of tolerance even in disagreement, President RN Kovind came down heavily on those who resort to mocking "a fellow citizen's dignity and personal space". Talking about women empowerment, President Kovind said, "Governments can bring in policies and laws to ensure justice to women - but these policies and laws can only be made effective by families and communities that must hear the voices of our daughters".

The Och-Ziff Capital Management Group LLC (NYSE:OZM) Downgraded by BidaskClub

January 26, 2018

As per Thursday, November 2, the company rating was maintained by Stifel Nicolaus. (NYSE:HCA) earned "Outperform" rating by RBC Capital Markets on Thursday, August 6. The stock decreased 0.82% or $0.55 during the last trading session, reaching $66.35. About 833,505 shares traded. It has outperformed by 10.07% the S&P500.

David Davis to set out European Union transition hopes

January 26, 2018

Both sides have spoken about a transition period - called an "implementation phase" by the United Kingdom government - to avoid a "cliff edge" scenario for businesses on the day the United Kingdom officially leaves the EU. The UK hopes to agree terms for this temporary period to be agreed with the European Union by the end of March, so talks can focus on the permanent post-Brexit relationship.

Senator says Federal Bureau of Investigation informant speaks of 'Secret Society' meetings off-site

January 26, 2018

What else changed? The FBI , which had lost five months of texts, including those between Strzok and Page, found the Strzok-Page texts (and other texts from other people not at all involved with the Clinton or Russian Federation investigations) on Thursday.

Geneva voices concerns over Turkish offensive against Syrian Kurds

January 26, 2018

A Turkish operation in Manbij would be fraught with risk due to the presence of the United States military personnel in and around the town. The Turkish military, supported by allied Syrian militia fighters, launched a major offensive against the Afrin region of northwestern Syria on Saturday, saying it aimed to crush the Kurdish YPG fighters who control that part of Syria.

Jokowi Begins Two Day Visit to Sri Lanka

January 26, 2018

President Kovind along with Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and PM Narendra Modi received with grand welcome to ASEAN heads of state at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Meanwhile, Swiss Ambassador in Dhaka Rene Holenstein met Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday at her office and updated the Prime Minister about Swiss President's Dhaka visit, another official told UNB.

New law would ban pre-teen tackle football in IL

January 26, 2018

The announcement of the proposed Dave Duerson Act comes one day after NY introduced a similar bill, which would also ban tackle football before age 12. Past year only six children signed up. "I don't know when, but I found out there's some things you can do to abate the decline that happens in all of us".

NASA's InSight Mars Lander Passes Solar Panel Array Unfurling Test

January 26, 2018

A study published this week based on observations by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) during the most recent Martian global dust storm - in 2007 - suggests such storms play a role in the ongoing process of gas escaping from the top of Mars' atmosphere.

Russian Federation probe: Mueller may question Trump next week

January 26, 2018

Trump said Wednesday he did not recall asking that question. News of Mr Sessions' interview set off a day of revelations that highlighted Mr Trump's charged relationship with his top law enforcement officials. Trump said that he "would do it under oath". Trump is being warned by people close to him that Mueller is "a killer," and that he should stay away and not do a sit down with the Special Counsel.

Esperion Therapeutics Inc's (NASDAQ:ESPR) Sentiment is 1.67

January 26, 2018

Meditor Group Ltd who had been investing in Esperion Therapeutics Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $2.12B market cap company. The stock decreased 10.06% or $8.125 during the last trading session, reaching $72.635. Bard Assoc Inc has invested 0.13% in GP Strategies Corporation (NYSE:GPX). Jane Street Group Ltd Liability Co reported 11,247 shares. Bailard Incorporated has 63,300 shares.

Paris flood waters expected to rise after river Seine breaks banks

January 26, 2018

In the French capital, the SNCF rail operator made a decision to close until January 31 the regional train "RER C" that runs along the river and is used by tourists to visit the capital's iconic monuments of the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Plane crashes in the Keys, injuring 3 of 4 aboard

January 26, 2018

Officials say the plane had four occupants, but there was no immediate word about the condition of the fourth person. Another passenger was on board from Lakeland, 60-year-old Tony Lewis. The wind caused the plane to blow over into a wooded area behind the airport. The airport's runway was closed for some time, but was reopened just before 4:30 p.m., Thursday.

Trump says he's open to citizenship for 'Dreamers'

January 26, 2018

Trump gave Congress six months to find a replacement for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program . Trump said he will ask for $25 billion to build the wall but "will build it way under budget". His pronouncement came as the White House announced it would be unveiling a legislative framework on immigration next week that it hopes can pass both the House and the Senate.

Kasich chooses Youngstown judge Mary DeGenaro for Ohio Supreme Court seat

January 26, 2018

Kasich will also appoint Judge DeGenaro's successor to the 7th District Court of Appeals at a later date. Her command of the law is strong and she brings a conservative philosophy to the court that is evident in her 17-year record on the appellate bench.

Thursday weather: Weather Service warns of possible flooding

January 26, 2018

Again, it probably won't be much, but a few scattered showers or thunderstorms are possible before clearing Saturday afternoon. On Friday , the sun will rise at 7:46:03 a.m. A south wind of 15 to 17 miles per hour will gust as high as 30 miles per hour. High near 46. Southwest wind 13 to 16 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 23 miles per hour.

Ireland to start collecting the €13bn owed to us by Apple

January 26, 2018

Leo Varadkar has joined a host of global leaders attending the World Economic Forum in Davos today. "The court case will take many years and we will be collecting the money", he told Bloomberg TV. . Mr Varadkar further stated that many young people are known to turn to their parents when they need a helping hand especially when it comes to starting off in life.

3 suspects in custody following two bi-state police pursuits

January 26, 2018

The driver then struck another law enforcement vehicle before being stopped in East Alton. When police here tried to stop a vehicle reported as stolen, the driver hit a marked police auto and fled, prompting a chase into IL that ended with the driver's arrest Wednesday night in Alton, St.

Alabama House votes to end special US Senate elections

January 26, 2018

He says the special election costs more than $10 million. A bill approved in the state House of Representatives Tuesday would eliminate the requirement for a special election to fill a vacant U.S. The new governor, Kay Ivey, said there would be a special election. Clouse after the vote repeated his argument that the bill was about saving money, pointing out that the state's attorney general and chief justice were both appointed past year without an election.

Malaysian organ donors' data 'leaked'

January 26, 2018

The site claimed that someone tried to sell the data on the website. He pointed out that this data leak would have a serious implication as it contains not only the personal information of the organ donors themselves, but also personal information of their next-of-kins, which could expose them to malicious attacks.

Exxon Mobil (XOM) Upgraded at Vetr

January 26, 2018

Among active positions in the latest quarter, 891 holders increased their positions by a total of 71.16 million shares, 1,142 holders decreased the positions by a total of 55.02 million shares, and 240 holders held their positions. As a company has 77.61M shares outstanding and its current share price is $21.86, the market cap is $1.70B. Millennium Mngmt Lc holds 12,400 shares or 0% of its portfolio.

Equity Residential (EQR), ONEOK, Inc. (OKE)

January 26, 2018

The firm has "Buy" rating by Evercore given on Tuesday, September 8. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, January 2nd were issued a dividend of $0.5038 per share. A stock rating will usually tell the investor how well a stock's market value relates to what analysts believe is a fair value for the stock, based on an objective evaluation of the company.

Forney High School boys soccer team investigated for alleged hazing

January 26, 2018

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is assisting with the case. It turns out, the person they hired to fill the spot, was involved in an alleged hazing investigation in another state. Forney ISD released a statement saying it takes the allegations very seriously and is working with the sheriff's office in their investigation. Specific details involving members of the soccer team have not been disclosed.

Trump plan offers citizenship path to 1.8 million immigrants

January 26, 2018

In an environment where Republican and Democratic lawmakers are never sure how long it will be before Trump shifts his outlook on immigration, his comments Wednesday evening, in which he proclaimed he was open to a path to citizenship for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program recipients - coupled with news Thursday that White House officials said on a conference call that citizenship could encompass 1.8 million immigrants - were welcome news for some on Capitol Hill.

Indonesia's special forces drink snake blood to impress Mattis

January 26, 2018

United States Defence Secretary James Mattis has watched Indonesian special forces smash concrete blocks with their heads, walk barefoot across a flaming log, and drink blood from still-slithering bodies of snakes , reports New York Magazine .

Q2 2018 Earnings Estimate for Stryker Corporation Issued By Northcoast Research (SYK)

January 26, 2018

It has outperformed by 19.71% the S&P500. The institutional investor owned 292,068 shares of the medical technology company's stock after acquiring an additional 9,643 shares during the period. Jensen Investment Management Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Stryker by 11.3% in the 3rd quarter. After the recent increase in the stock price, investors might also be looking to see if the stock has entered overbought territory and possibly be primed for a pullback.

Ancient jawbone suggests humans left Africa 50000 years earlier

January 26, 2018

Israel Hershkovitz of Tel Aviv University's Anatomy and Anthropology Department. "This finding completely changes our view on modern human dispersal and the history of modern human evolution", said Prof. The region of the Middle East, they explained, represents a major corridor for hominin migrations during the Pleistocene and has been occupied at different times by both modern humans and Neandertals.

Trump next in line for Russia questioning

January 26, 2018

The president's campaign has turned over more than 1.4 million pages of documents. President Trump surprised reporters by saying he's open to speaking to Robert Mueller under oath, if his lawyers give him the go-ahead. CIA Director Mike Pompeo, who was allegedly asked by Trump to lean on Comey to drop his investigation, has also been interviewed, according to people familiar with the inquiry.

Yvonne Wamalwa: Widow of former Vice President Kijana is dead

January 26, 2018

Until her death, Yvonne Wamalwa was the Deputy Director in the Asia and Australasia Directorate in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. "So I was a "very sensible teenager" but at 18, my brother took me out to a club for the first time with permission from mum and after that, I really enjoyed being a teen", she said.

Sanofi (SNY) Shares Gap Up to $43.20

January 26, 2018

Shares of Sanofi (SNY ) traded down 0.42% during midday trading on Wednesday, reaching $47.36. About 200,324 shares traded. The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX) has declined 2.02% since January 24, 2017 and is downtrending. The PE ratio of 20.16 helps investors explore how much they should pay for a stock based on its current earnings. It offers Cerezyme and Cerdelga for Gaucher disease, Myozyme and Lumizyme for Pompe disease, Fabrazyme for Fabry disease, and Aldurazyme for ...

Court Orders Brian Molefe To Pay Back All Pension Payouts

January 26, 2018

The court was ruling on the R30-million he had been allocated from Eskom's pension fund, a portion of which he had already received. The court ruled that Molefe must pay back every cent advanced to him from the pension fund, in the next 10 days.

SDF statement says Turkey falsely claimed Islamic State is in Afrin

January 26, 2018

Speaking with Erdogan by telephone, Trump became the latest USA official to try to rein in the offensive and to pointedly flag the risk of the two allies' forces coming into conflict. Turkey's president on Wednesday vowed to expand Ankara's operation against Kurdish forces in northern Syria beyond the enclave of Afrin and toward the town of Manbij, which would bring Turkish troops and their Syrian allies closer to U.S.

Two Palestinians Attempting to Stab Israeli Forces Shot in West Bank

January 26, 2018

Vice President Mike Pence said Washington was advancing its plan to open the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem "before the end of next year". Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan said, "Terror will not break us". According to them, one of the officers fired a warning shot in the air after the suspects refused to stop. "At that point, one of the suspects drew a knife and rushed toward the soldiers", the statement read.

Nigeria in a Coma, Only PDP Can Revive It - Wike

January 26, 2018

Obasanjo himself should heed his own advice to Buhari by also going home to rest. Download the Nigeria Today app from Play store. Our goal is to alert Nigeria to the re-emergence of a force that had always mitigated against the wellbeing of the country even while masquerading as good intentions.

Trudeau says he'll converse to Kent Hehr about sexual misconduct allegations

January 26, 2018

By Thursday afternoon he was out of cabinet pending an investigation. "Canadians have a right to live and work in environments free from harassment". "I encourage all women who have felt uncomfortable or who have experienced harassment of any kind to continue to come forward". He was appointed to cabinet as minister of veterans affairs but then demoted in a shuffle.

ValuEngine Lowers Tenet Healthcare (THC) to Sell

January 26, 2018

It has outperformed by 19.53% the S&P500. Gabelli Funds Ltd Llc holds 0.01% of its portfolio in Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC ) for 86,396 shares. The stock holds an average trading capacity of 782.76K shares for the past three months. Citigroup reiterated a "hold" rating and set a $16.00 price target on shares of Tenet Healthcare in a research report on Thursday, September 14th.

Video shows LAPD officer dragging teen off train for foot on seat

January 26, 2018

A witness who came to the teen's defense was also arrested after she allegedly spit at the cop. The incident escalates as the officer tries to manhandle Nava out of the train and she resists being removed. Nava, a high school senior, is visibly shaken and gasping. "Over her foot on the train?" One man says: 'Officer, please. "She wasn't blocking anybody else from sitting down".

Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI) Releases Earnings Results, Beats Estimates By $0.03 EPS

January 26, 2018

About 833,843 shares traded or 156.55% up from the average. Philip Morris International Inc. Nutrien Ltd. (NYSE:POT) has risen 0.06% since January 25, 2017 and is uptrending. 204.44 million shares or 4.84% more from 195.01 million shares in 2017Q2 were reported. It is negative, as 70 investors sold KMI shares while 353 reduced holdings.

Bra Hugh Masekela's last wish to be honoured

January 26, 2018

Lesetja said the Hugh Masekela Heritage Foundation had organised a number of festivities around the country to celebrate the life and times of "Bra Hugh", as Masekela was affectionately known. The musician's son Sal Masekela says the family has been strengthened by the messages. From January 26 to February 1, a Hugh Masekela Park will be created to host a temporary audiovisual presentation at Zoo Lake from 10am to 6pm every day.

Elton John announces farewell world concerts

January 26, 2018

He said the tour would last about three years and take him all around the world. The 70 year old singer made the announcement during a live press conference today (Wed, Jan 24th) from NY that was live-streamed on his website. He indicated the decision earlier, cryptically writing online: "A wrinkle in time. Past meets present... You'll finally see where the future lies." leading many publications to predict the announcement.

Jones plays down England's tag as Six Nations favourites

January 26, 2018

Without him, England still managed to win the Six Nations title, and the defeat by Ireland would be their only one of the entire calendar year in what proved another successful run of results for Jones through the summer and autumn. Flanker Robshaw has back trouble while full-back Brown is still suffering from blurred vision after a bang on the head against Wasps earlier this month.

(NASDAQ:MSFT) Shares Sold by Hutchinson Capital Management CA

January 26, 2018

Bp Plc who had been investing in Travelers Cos Inc/The for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $40.40B market cap company. Current trade price levels places MSFT's stock about -0.52% away from the 52-week high and closed 46.33% away from the 52-week low.

Melania Trump Visits Holocaust Museum After Abruptly Canceling Switzerland Trip

January 26, 2018

First lady Melania TrumpMelania TrumpMelania will no longer join Trump on trip to Davos: report Pence: Allegations of Trump affair with adult-film star are "baseless" Poll: Melania is the most popular Trump MORE visited the U.S. The alleged affair supposedly took place in 2006, four months after Melania Trump would have given birth to the couple's only son, Barron. President Trump denies the affair took place, and Daniels denies she received $130,000 from a Trump attorney to keep it ...

Palestinians reject pressure from 'oppressor' Trump

January 26, 2018

Israeli media also reported that Netanyahu and Trump will meet on Thursday - their fourth meeting since Trump took office. Trump also threatened the USA would have "nothing to do" with the peace process if the Palestinians don't cooperate.

Padma Awards for Ilaiyaraja, Dhoni, Srikanth

January 26, 2018

The Padma Shri is granted for distinguished service in any field. This year, President Ram Nath Kovind has conferred 85 awards (including two duo cases). Athletes Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Cricket) and Pankaj Advani (Billiards/Snooker) won the award. The Padma Shri has also been awarded to Arvind Gupta, a scientist specialising in toy making for enhancing children's learning ex-perience, environmentalist Lakshmikutty who is also known as the grandmother of jungle, Gond artist Bhajju Shyam, and ...

Ramses II Colossus Placed at Entrance of New Egypt Museum

January 26, 2018

It was first discovered in 1820 near ancient Memphis by Giovanni Battista Caviglia, an Italian explorer and Egyptologist who was also a key figure in the excavation of the Sphinx of Giza. The partial opening of the museum, located near the ancient pyramids outside of Cairo, will take place at the end of 2018. He said that the first phase of the new museum, including the atrium, will be inaugurated later this year.

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Position Reduced by Convergence Investment Partners LLC

January 26, 2018

It has underperformed by 8.54% the S&P500. The ERP5 of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE: ADM ) is 6239. Prudential Plc bought 102,000 shares as the company's stock declined 7.14% while stock markets rallied. Benjamin F. Edwards & Company Inc. now owns 14,570 shares of the company's stock worth $584,000 after purchasing an additional 1,741 shares in the last quarter.

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