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Melania Trump goes after fake news and says reports are 'flat-out false'

January 28, 2018

After skipping out at the last minute on a trip to Davos, Switzerland with President Donald Trump , first lady Melania Trump flew to West Palm Beach on Thursday, according to news reports. What is unusual is the context for her visit to the museum: It comes after she changed her mind Monday about going to Davos, which itself came after the storm over Stormy Daniels .

LaLiga: Barcelona better without Neymar - Messi

January 28, 2018

However, Barca have shown no signs of weakness since the Brazilian's departure, as they are well on course to reclaim LaLiga glory. "We are on the right track" Messi told the media is his latest Adidas boot launch. However, Barcelona star Lionel Messi believes that losing his former strike partner may have actually helped the Catalan giants. Then there's Bayern Munich, another great team who will fight until the end.

Dead, 2 Critically Injured, 1 Stable After Sawmill Saloon Shooting

January 28, 2018

Investigators continue to gather evidence and are asking for the public's help with any information. One person was pronounced dead at the scene and three were taken to Eskenazi hospital. The incident is still under investigation, and the motivation behind the shooting is unknown at this time. If you have any information on the shooting, you are urged to call Crime Stoppers at 317-262-8477.

US President, Donald Trump recants 'shithole' comment, says 'I respect Africa'

January 28, 2018

WASHINGTON-President Donald Trump sent a letter to African leaders informing them that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will make his first visit to the continent as America's top diplomat in March, U.S. For his part, Kagame tweeted: "Had very good bilateral meeting with @realDonaldTrump!" Neither side referred to Trump's vulgar comment. The comment attributed to Trump was made earlier this month during a White House meeting with congressional leaders about reforming USA immigration ...

Michelle Yeoh praises Najib on Rohingya issues

January 28, 2018

The team comprised 57 representatives from the Prime Minister´s Office, Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) and seven members of the media, led by ATM chief General Tan Sri Raja Mohamed Affandi Raja Mohamed Noor and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh.

Five people dead after shooting at car wash in US

January 28, 2018

Among the dead are three men and two women. The shooting happened overnight at a vehicle wash in the small town of Melcroft. That person's condition is unknown, police said, according to Triblive . "There is no threat to the community, no imminent danger", police said in a statement. Photos taken at the scene show a number of police and police cars around the vehicle wash.

Rubio fires chief of staff over allegations

January 28, 2018

Florida lawmaker Marco Rubio has fired his chief of staff after learning of "allegations of improper conduct" with a subordinate, his office said Saturday. He said he would not provide any further details on the "incidents", in accordance with "the wishes of those victimized by this conduct". By Saturday afternoon, Rubio said, he had gathered evidence that led him to conclude Reed had violated office policies during his employment.

Czech President Zeman re-elected to what he suggests is his last term

January 28, 2018

The victory came in a two-day runoff vote against scientist and political newcomer Jiri Drahos. Milos Zeman, the 73-year-old incumbent-who argued in his campaign that Czechs needed him to stop a wave of Muslim immigrants-took 51.4% of the vote, with nearly all districts counted.

Kerala CM praises China, slams move to 'isolate' it

January 28, 2018

Stating that China was coming up as a big force against the U.S. which was trying to establish a one-world order, Pinarayi said that a huge resistance was taking shape from the side of several nations against the American designs. "The party has to be strengthened", he said. Earlier, the Kerala chief minister had lauded North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for his "tough" stance against the United States.

Alterra to launch multi-resort ski pass

January 28, 2018

Big news from SIA/OR this morning: a brand-new season pass option was unveiled by the Alterra Mountain Company that will include skiing at 23 destinations across North America. The U.S. Ski Team's Mikaela Shiffrin has joined forces with Alterra Mountain Company as an investor and is helping launch the Ikon Pass as an Ambassador.

World's tallest man meets shortest woman

January 28, 2018

Sultan Kösen, who hails from Turkey, holds the record for the world's tallest man with a height of 251 cm (8 ft 2.8 in). Due to her condition the 24-year-old woman will not grow any taller. No, it's not a miniature photography trick, but the photoshoot of the world's tallest man and the world's shortest woman. He has since grown taller.

Reporter at capturing 'finds out suspect is son'

January 28, 2018

The Courier Journal reported Gabe Parker's mother, Mary Garrison Minyard, went to the scene in her role as the editor of the Marshall County Daily Online , only to find out the alleged shooter was her son. Bailey Holt died in the school and Preston Cope died after being transported to Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. After the gunfire, buses took surviving students to another school, where parents waited.

Speaker calls for all-party meeting ahead of Budget session

January 28, 2018

The government will do everything possible to ensure the passage of bill in the Budget Session, Kumar later said. JDU's expelled leader Sharad Yadav has already demanded a discussion by all Opposition parties over the impeachment issue. The session will go into a break on February 9. Parliament will meet again between March 5 and April 6, 2018. While the government intends to pass the Triple Talaq bill, the Opposition plans to counter the government on issues such as rape, communal violence ...

Peaceful protests in R'sthan on Day 2

January 28, 2018

Before the film's release, the Karni Sena had threatened to cut the nose of the lead actress in the film Padmaavat , which was earlier called Padmavati. About two dozen shops were damaged in stone-pelting incidents in Udaipur. In Goa, only a couple of single-screen theatres screened it amid police security.

Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT) Holding Upped by Windward Capital Management Company

January 28, 2018

Looking at the Analyst Recommendations of the stock, 6 Analysts issued a Buy for MoSys, 2 gave Outperform, 12 analysts gave Hold Rating, 0 issued Underperform and 0 marked the stock as Sell. Northland Capital has "Outperform" rating and $39 target. FBR Capital maintained Abercrombie & Fitch Co. "(LMT) Receives Consensus Rating of "Buy" from Analysts" was published by Dispatch Tribunal and is the sole property of of Dispatch Tribunal.

Death toll rises to 6 in Afghanistan's 'Save the Children' attack

January 28, 2018

CMI, an independent development research institute, said Strand had been brought to safety immediately. In Jalalabad, local officials said that at least 14 people were hurt in the attack and were evacuated to the Nangarhar regional hospital; however, the number of casualties could fluctuate, hospital spokesman Inamullah Miakhial said, citing a gun battle that followed the primary assault.

Scale of Russian bots promoting Trump on Twitter revealed

January 28, 2018

According to cnn.com, the company told the Senate Judiciary Committee that it had traced 50,000 automated Twitter accounts to Russian Federation and they had sent more than 2 million election-related tweets between September 1 and November 15, 2016.

Five men arrested for 'pornographic dancing'

January 28, 2018

The Daily Mail reports the group were at a "villa party barbecue" on Thursday in Siem Reap, near the famous Angkor Wat temples, when police began plucking people out of the crowd. But one of the group, who spoke under condition of anonymity, told Sky News that the people featured in the photograph had not been arrested. Two of the men said to have been arrested in Cambodia.

Camden National Bank Purchases Shares of 3035 Celgene Co. (NASDAQ:CELG)

January 28, 2018

The firm has a market capitalization of $82,800.00, a PE ratio of 29.13, a PEG ratio of 0.68 and a beta of 1.77. The stock increased 0.75% or $0.78 during the last trading session, reaching $105.17. Moreover, Walter & Keenan Financial Consulting Mi Adv has 0.54% invested in Celgene Corporation (NASDAQ:CELG). Cortland Associates Mo reported 3,414 shares.

Separatists Reportedly Capture Government HQ in Aden

January 28, 2018

The Associated Press reported heavy gunfire between the two sides in Aden's Khormaksar district. At least six people have been killed and dozens wounded in the clashes that spread to most of Aden . The crisis has further deepened in Aden amid recent calls for the secession of South Yemen and bomb attacks by terrorists. AQAP has flourished in the chaos of the country's civil war, which pits the Saudi-backed government against Shia Huthi rebels.

Fox Run Management LLC Takes Position in CNH Industrial NV (CNHI)

January 28, 2018

Cnh Industrial Nv now has $20.28 billion valuation. Shares of CNH Industrial ( NYSE CNHI ) traded up $0.12 on Friday, hitting $15.12. About 1.48M shares traded. Mutual Of America Mgmt has 0.05% invested in CNX Resources Corporation (NYSE:CNX). The stock increased 0.13% or $0.11 during the last trading session, reaching $83.87.

Ikea's founder Ingvar Kamprad dies, aged 91

January 28, 2018

The flat pack furniture giant confirmed he passed away at home yesterday in Småland. In June 2013, Mr Kamprad announced that he would retire from the board which controls the IKEA brand as part of moves to hand responsibilities over to his son, Mathias.

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny arrested amid protests

January 28, 2018

Hundreds of supporters of Navalny are beginning a nationwide day of protests against the authorities on Sunday, calling on voters to boycott what they said was a rigged presidential election on March 18. Other protests are taking place in Novosibirsk, Kurgan, Omsk, Magadan, Kemerovo and Yakutsk. "Be real citizens. Go out to the demo in your city".

SL Green Realty (SLG) Announces Quarterly Earnings Results

January 28, 2018

The stock of e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. The real estate investment trust reported $1.60 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $1.60. M&R Cap invested 0% of its portfolio in Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:O). Tower Capital (Trc) has invested 0% in Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE:DRE).

Ford Motor (NYSE:F) Shares Sold by Rockland Trust Co

January 28, 2018

Ford Mtr Co Del now has $46.28B valuation. General Motors ( NYSE GM ) traded up $0.33 on Tuesday, hitting $43.49. 8,631,133 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 12,140,000. The company has a current ratio of 1.23, a quick ratio of 1.08 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.94. It has a 21.22 P/E ratio. Three analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, twelve have issued a hold rating, ten have given a buy rating and two have assigned a strong buy rating to ...

Man sucked into MRI machine at Mumbai hospital, dies; doc, staff booked

January 28, 2018

The MRI, which has a powerful magnet, sucked in the oxygen cylinder, dislodging an attached tube and causing a leak. "He went there to visit my ailing mother". They took him to the emergency ward as he was bleeding profusely, but he died within 10 minutes. The body has been sent for post-mortem to JJ Hospital.

$1.51 EPS Expected for Wyndham Worldwide Corp (NYSE:WYN) This Quarter

January 28, 2018

Salient Capital Advisors Llc bought 1.01 million shares as the company's stock declined 6.06% while stock markets rallied. Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB) has risen 0.32% since January 26, 2017 and is uptrending. Therefore 58% are positive. After having $2.03 EPS previously, Wyndham Worldwide Corporation's analysts see -33.50% EPS growth. As per Wednesday, June 21, the company rating was maintained by Stifel Nicolaus.

Neymar's message: "I came to PSG to make history..."

January 28, 2018

The coach chose me as the penalty taker though, and there is no problem with this. The 2017-18 campaign has made for hard viewing, with Zinedine Zidane's side enduring a humbling slump , but they are being backed to come through a testing period.

Packaging Corp Of America (PKG) PT Set at $136.00 by Stephens

January 28, 2018

The stock increased 1.87% or $1.73 during the last trading session, reaching $94.06. About 672,257 shares traded. Bancolombia S.A. (NYSE:CIB) has risen 27.44% since January 26, 2017 and is uptrending. Investors sentiment increased to 1.31 in 2017 Q3. Its down 0.08, from 1.03 in 2017Q2. First Eagle Investment Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Packaging Corp Of America by 17.9% in the 3rd quarter.

Leaders of BJD cry for Panda resignation

January 28, 2018

In the last few years, Panda has drawn annual salary and allowances amounting to Rs 2.79 crore, Rs 1.45 crore, Rs 1.61 crore and Rs 7.66 crore from IMFA as Vice chairman. That was Panda's second Lok Sabha Election after two terms in the Rajya Sabha as a BJD nominee. Why are they after the organization which has given employment to 6,000 people? "I always consult top lawyers of the country while submitting affidavit before the EC", Panda told reporters.

Texas Tech defeats Gamecock men in basketball, Saturday

January 28, 2018

Evans followed that with a 3-point play with 46 seconds left to secure the win in the teams' first meeting since December 1976. Lubbock-Cooper safety Jake Kirkpatrick ended the suspense Saturday and committed to the Texas Tech football program as a preferred walk-on in favor of several sub-FBS scholarship opportunities.

Modi salutes women power in 'Mann Ki Baat'

January 28, 2018

The 30-year-long dedication to social work by Karnataka resident Sitavaa Jodatti, who has been helping Devdasis and Dalits in Belgaum district, also found a mention in the Prime Minister's speech. PM Modi during his Mann Ki Baat, highlighted the First Women Achievers of the country those are awarded by the President of the nation, Ram Nath Kovind.

Stryker Corporation (SYK), American Tower Corporation (AMT) — Recommendation Trends for

January 28, 2018

Clifton S. Robbins decreased its stake in Agco Corp (AGCO) by 12.85% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Edgewood Management LLC now owns 5,925,839 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock valued at $720,226,000 after buying an additional 151,527 shares during the last quarter.

Man brutally assaults 9-yr-old son, arrested by Bengaluru police

January 28, 2018

The video was shot by his mother, Shilpa and her voice is heard in the background, saying, "He did it again". Members of BOSCO, an NGO for children, visited the police station after Kumar's arrest. The way the man has displayed his anger against his son is extremely shocking and disturbing. Following the inputs from the NGO, Bengaluru Police arrested Mahendra.

For the first time, Muslim woman leads Jumu'ah prayer in Malappuram

January 28, 2018

The society is a revisionist Muslim sect in Kerala which believes that the Quran alone matters and the Hadith (sayings and acts of Prophet Muhammad ) are essentially extrapolations. "Quran's message is humanity", she said. People had different opinions. Never before has a woman in the country dared to break the Shariat convention of men leading the mass Juma prayers.

Trump urges Turkes to 'de-escalate' its military operation in Afrin

January 28, 2018

The aim of the Turkish operation in the Syria's North, which continues for the sixth day already, is to eliminate Kurdish groups which Ankara considers to be terrorists, in particular the Kurdish militia YPG (People's Protection Units). "The United States wants to have its cake and to eat it too". Russian Federation denied it okayed the assault. Reportedly , the Turkish Air Force destroyed one of the YPG headquarters.

Israel urges Poland to change bill regarding its role in Nazi Holocaust

January 28, 2018

They must be examined and revealed". Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked called the legislation an attempt to "rewrite history" and to absolve Poland of any responsibility for what took place on its soil during the Holocaust. In the words of Dr Martin Stern, a survivor of the Holocaust, "words can strengthen the thin shield of civilisation - or shatter it". "Education, not punitive laws, is essential to building greater awareness of all the facts of what transpired in Poland during World War ...

Karnataka govt plans to drops riot cases against minorities: Siddaramaiah's appeasement politics?

January 28, 2018

Even I was ready to hostthe meeting but there was no word from Goa Chief Minister", heinformed the members attending the meeting. BJP and several Hindu organisations accused the state government of bias and said that the letter will create "insecurity" among the majority community.

China urges Japan to normalise bilateral ties

January 28, 2018

Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono has expressed hopes for improved relations with China during talks in Beijing with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi . The three countries have been rotating summit-hosting duties since 2008, although the gatherings were not held in 2013 and 2014 after a chill in Japan-China relations over the territorial row.

Melania Trump skips Davos forum, visits Holocaust museum in DC

January 28, 2018

First Lady Melania Trump has spent time away from the White House and did not join her husband in Davos, Switzerland after reports of his affair with Stormy Daniels broke. She also revealed that, through an intermediary, Trump had offered her money to stay silent. January 22 was also the Trumps' 13th wedding anniversary, but it came and went without either marking it in any public manner.

Maxine Waters will hold national rebuttal to Trump's 'State Of The Union'

January 28, 2018

The official told reporters that Trump will aim to be "unifying, ' while speaking "from the heart" during the 'forward looking" speech, ABC News said. To address national security, Trump is expected to talk about increasing the size of the military, thereby aiming to promote peace through a show of preemptive military might, while also striving to obtain more clarity on who is and isn't friend to America.

Six Suspects Handed Over To Police On Physical Remand In Naqeeb Case

January 28, 2018

It said Rao Anwar tried to leave for Dubai on January 23 from Islamabad airport on forged documents from where he was off-loaded by the FIA staff. Mehsud and three militants were gunned down by a raiding party led by Anwar on January 13 on the outskirts of Karachi with the police claiming that they were all TTP members.

White House statement does not accurately reflect Erdogan's phone call with Trump

January 28, 2018

While the USA has backed predominantly Kurdish forces in its fight against Islamic State , Turkey's military wants them away from the country's southern border. So far Turkish-backed forces seem to have made slow progress. U.S. President Donald Trump urged Erdogan on Wednesday to curtail the military operation in Syria, the White House said.

Revolutionary Guards Clash with ISIS in Western Iran

January 28, 2018

In the daylong clash, 16 IS militants were arrested, Pakour said. Back in August, the Iranian Intelligence Ministry said that its forces had managed to disband a terror cell affiliated to the ISIL and arrest 27 terrorists before they could carry out acts of terror deep inside Iran and in religious cities.

List of Presenters for Sunday's GRAMMY Awards Announced

January 28, 2018

We're sure this year's award ceremony will be filled with moments that are just as insane, so you won't want to miss out. You don't need to already be a subscriber-just download a free trial of it here. It's time to discuss who will be at the Grammys. During Eminem's early "00s heyday, he delivered the kind of epic performance you'd expect from the Detroit-born superstar: quirky, inventive and controversial".

Bomb attack kills 4 policemen in northern Colombia

January 28, 2018

The bombing also casts a pall over preparations for the annual carnival, a major attraction in the Caribbean port city. "We think it could be retaliation by these groups who have recently been greatly impacted", metropolitan police commander Brigadier General Mariano de la Cruz Botero said in comments broadcast by Caracol Radio, referring to crime gangs active in the port city.

At least 10 Malian soldiers killed in attack on camp

January 28, 2018

A landmine explosion blew up a civilian passenger vehicle in central Mali on Thursday, killing 26 people and wounding several others, state TV reported. Islamic extremists took control of the desert in northern Mali back in 2012, however, were driven from the region a year later. But Islamist insurgents remain active, and large tracts of the country are lawless.

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc

January 28, 2018

The stock has "Neutral" rating by B. Riley & Co on Wednesday, December 13. Macquarie Research has "Outperform" rating and GBX 1325 target. The firm has " Buy " rating given on Thursday, July 13 by Citigroup. It also reduced Kimberly Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB) stake by 3,200 shares and now owns 1,858 shares. Hartford Finl Svcs Group Inc (NYSE:HIG) was raised too.

RAAF fighter plane catches fire at United States base

January 28, 2018

Defence is working with the US Air Force to investigate the incident. "The aircraft was required to abort its takeoff and subsequently caught fire. Both the pilot and ground crew are safe". air force, navy, army and marines. This is the RAAF Growler's first Red Flag appearance. "It's the largest Red Flag ever with the largest number of participants, highlighting the balance of training efficiency with mission effectiveness", Col Michael Mathes, 414th Combat Training Squadron commander, ...

Polar Plunge slated Saturday at Schlitterbahn

January 28, 2018

The event opens at 8 a.m. with the Polar Strut, and the Polar Plunge will be at 9:45 a.m.at Schlitterbahn. The fundraising goal for the Kansas City, Kan., plunge is $100,000. The plunge begins at 2 p.m. Consider being a chicken; raise the cash, but don't take the splash. "Plungers" still solicit donations to support their effort - a BEAR minimum of $75 to take part, ($50 minimum for Junior Plungers, ages 6-18) - but instead of walking, polar bears take a chilly dip into a pool that will be ...

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