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Mueller to interview former spokesman of Trump legal team

February 01, 2018

For months, Republicans greeted the news of every incriminating meeting or email by insisting that the latest revelation was not, by itself, criminal proof of collusion. The question is how long this unstable equilibrium will last. Comey, in notes he compiled from several meetings with Trump , says that the president urged him to drop his investigation of former White House national security adviser Michael Flynn, who was sacked by Trump after less than a month on the job for ...

(BYD) Receives Average Rating of "Buy" from Analysts

February 01, 2018

It has outperformed by 19.22% the S&P500. Boyd Gaming had a return on equity of 13.82% and a net margin of 5.08%. The company has market cap of $49.69 million. On Monday, January 22 the stock rating was maintained by BMO Capital Markets with "Hold". The stock has "Buy" rating by LB Securities on Friday, August 14.

West Bengal bypolls: Trinamool wrests Noapara, leads in Uluberia

February 01, 2018

The BJP candidate came second with 38,711 votes, while CPI (M) won 35,497 and Congress 10,527 votes. Sajda Ahmed, the Trinamool candidate from the parliamentary seat, is the wife of Sultan Ahmed. Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress soared ahead in West Bengal byelections, winning the Noapara Assembly seat and maintaining a steady lead in Uluberia.

Indiana Department of Education searching for sponsors for summer meal program

February 01, 2018

The Summer Food Service Program needs additional sponsors to help fill gaps in access to healthy meals. In 2017, 164 Summer Food Service Program sponsors and 141 sponsors of Seamless Summer (an option available to current National School Lunch Program sponsors) distributed meals and snacks at about 2,200 sites in IL.

EP Energy Corporation (EPE) Lifted to Sell at ValuEngine

February 01, 2018

Shares of Sanchez Energy Corporation (SN ) are trading -64.69% downward from the 52-week high mark and 39.66% above from the fifty two-week low mark. Rhumbline Advisers now owns 58,536 shares of the energy producer's stock valued at $214,000 after buying an additional 375 shares during the period. Voya Investment Management LLC now owns 33,214 shares of the energy producer's stock worth $238,000 after purchasing an additional 4,770 shares during the last quarter.

Gamecocks will face Mississippi State down a starter

February 01, 2018

The Gamecocks have won five of the last six games in the series including the last four inside Colonial Life Arena. The lead switched hands several times during a highly-entertaining first half. Silva made a free throw and Wesley Myers hit a jumper to cut the lead to 77-74 with 1:14 left. The game was tied heading to the intermission before Mississippi State pulled away with 54.7% marksmanship and 19 forced turnovers leading the way.

DA case: ED names Virbhadra Singh, wife as accused

February 01, 2018

This is the second chargesheet against Anand Chauhan. The Enforcement Directorate had earlier filed a chargesheet against Life Insurance Corporation agent Anand Chauhan in the case. Delay in launching a probe? The CBI which is probing a separate case had filed a chargesheet earlier against Singh, Prathibha and Chauhan. The couple along with others are already undergoing a trial in the court which was the result of CBI's chargesheet.

Brexit will leave United Kingdom worse off in all scenarios: leaked government report

February 01, 2018

She pointed out that the UK Government's analysis made clear that "leaving the EU will, in all circumstances, harm the economy of every nation and region in the UK" and that the findings underlined the case that remaining in the single market and customs union would "minimise the economic harm".

Upbeat Trump claims 'new American moment'

February 01, 2018

But Trump's dramatic throwing down of the gauntlet on immigration is sure to be remembered. So far, both political parties are far from agreeing to Trump's proposed deal, which if approved, would prevent Trump and the GOP from running in the November elections on a pro-American platform against the Democrats' increasingly extreme pro-illegals policies.

National Pension Service Sells 6073 Shares of American Express (AXP)

February 01, 2018

It was last traded at $98.71 apiece. 709.03 million shares or 0.92% less from 715.61 million shares in 2017Q2 were reported. The Priceline Group Inc. Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. America First Advsr Limited Company, a Nebraska-based fund reported 120 shares. Overbrook Mgmt Corp accumulated 34,201 shares. Ameritas Invest Ptnrs Inc has invested 0.07% in American Express Company (NYSE:AXP).

Jack Colback joins Nottingham Forest on loan

February 01, 2018

He made 17 appearances in The Championship for Forest this season and has played more than 100 games in the division so far in his career. Colback could make his debut for his new side when they travel to Fulham on Saturday. Karanka has lined up deals for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Tobias Figuieredo, who was a target for Leeds United, and Middlesbrough midfielder Adlene Guediora.

Aubameyang to wear Thierry Henry's legendary No 14 shirt at Arsenal

February 01, 2018

Aubameyang's arrival for a club-record fee of $NZD110 million was announced on Wednesday, the Gabon worldwide signing a long-term deal at Emirates Stadium. Tensions between Aubameyang and Dortmund had grown in recent weeks, with the forward suspended twice this season for disciplinary reasons. "He has proven his exceptional qualities both nationally and internationally", Dortmund's sporting Michael Zorc said.

Lawmaker wants to make Sasquatch one of Washington's state symbols

February 01, 2018

Ann Rivers, R-La Center, has proposed specialty plates with an image of Sasquatch. The bill went nowhere in the House of Representatives, however, and money from the special state-parks license plate created in 2006 only supports arts and education in parks.

New Jersey Gov. Murphy taps Corbett to lead NJ Transit

February 01, 2018

Corbett, vice president of cross services at AECOM , would be in charge of fixing an agency plagued by delays, safety and staffing issues. While there, he oversaw Amtrak 's Gateway project, the first phase of MTA New York City Transit's Second Avenue Subway project and restoration of Port Authority Trans-Hudson rail service after Hurricane Sandy.

S&P rating of South Africa's Capitec not hurt by Viceroy report

February 01, 2018

Additionally, the Reserve Bank issued a statement confirming that the bank is solvent, well-capitalised and has adequate liquidity. In one corner: a shadowy outfit called Viceroy Research, presenting itself as a crusader for transparency in business - but also acknowledging that it stood to benefit financially if the company it blasted in its latest report lost share value as a result.

Dallas Man Put To Death In Huntsville

February 01, 2018

He also stabbed Hall's 11-year-old son, who survived to testify against him. I hope you find it in your heart to forgive me. So I now pray and I will keep you all in my prayers. "I'm sorry", Rayford said, according to Clark. The punishment was carried out after the U.S. Supreme Court refused last-day appeals. He received 23 years in prison for murder but was paroled after eight years.

Russian Federation foils plotted terror attack on election day

February 01, 2018

The militant, a neighboring country citizen, resisted arrest and was neutralized by a special unit of the FSB, it said in a statement. The FSB Directorate for the Nizhny Novgorod Region is pressing criminal charges due to the participation of the global terrorist organization, the Islamic State, and for efforts in attempting to carry out the terror attack.

ACLU Political Director Laments That Trump's SOTU Was Too Patriotic

February 01, 2018

Of course, as long as mainstream Democratic politicians continue to openly support undermining America's sovereign right to borders and laud anarchist terrorism ( which Rep. In his speech, Trump also lashed out at Iran , Cuba, Venezuela and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, which he termed as "adversaries". "I want to talk about what kind of future we are going to have, and what kind of nation we are going to be".

Nashville Mayor Admits Affair With Security Chief

February 01, 2018

Barry, 54, confirmed she'd been involved with Metro police Sgt. Robert Forrest Jr. since the spring or summer of 2016, The Tennessean reported . Barry said she would talk to the media at 7 p.m. The affair between the mayor and her bodyguard, which is now reportedly over, appears to have come at particularly trying time for Barry. Wednesday was the final day at work for Forrest, a 31-year veteran of the force who submitted his retirement papers January 17.

Palace insists on enforcement of Carandang suspension

February 01, 2018

Carandang is spearheading the investigation into Mr. Duterte's alleged unexplained wealth, as Morales has inhibited herself from proceedings against him since she is the aunt of his son-in-law, lawyer Manases Carpio. Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said on Monday that the OP was "confident" that the Supreme Court would "reverse" its pronouncement in Carandang's case.

Zuma asks not to be prosecuted

February 01, 2018

In what has become typical fashion‚ President Jacob Zuma used the late hours of the night to make a major move - this time submitting representations to the National Prosecuting Authority on why he shouldn't face fraud and corruption charges with less than three hours before the deadline expired.

20% of North Korean defectors have considered returning

February 01, 2018

On Tuesday night during his state of the union address , President Donald Trump gave a strong warning about the nuclear ambitions that are being pursued by North Korea. "It's inconceivable that there would be anything so complex in the portfolio of an academic that wouldn't be quickly resolved", a former official said, referring to Cha's months-long delayed nomination.

Indonesian province orders Muslim stewardesses to wear headscarves

February 01, 2018

However, the type of punishment was not specified. Mawardi Ali, chief of Aceh Besar regency where the airport is located, said that non-Muslim stewardesses were not required to wear headscarves, but that Muslim staff would be asked to wear it while en route to and in Aceh.

NDFP consultant rearrested in QC

February 01, 2018

The arrest of Baylosis was a product of intelligence and surveillance operations after a tip-off from residents in Quezon City , said John Bulalacao, national police spokesman. Human rights advocates and leftist activists are expected to hold protests on Thursday in front of the national police headquarters to condemn the arrest and demand Baylosis' release because he was covered by a state-issued immunity pass.

Trump Delivers His First State Of The Union Address

February 01, 2018

In the final part of his plan, Trump wants to limit family-based immigration to spouses and minor children. The president also pledged to continue the anti-terrorism fight until the Islamic State terrorist group was defeated, urging the Congress to ensure all necessary resources in the fight against terrorists.

Reuters Banned from Olympic Opening Ceremony for Leaked Photos

February 01, 2018

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that global sports organizations will not turn into departments of certain countries no matter how influential they may be. One Russian athlete who didn't receive an International Olympic Committee invitation, biathlon world champion Anton Shipulin, was in the audience along with boxer Alexander Povetkin, who has twice had title fights called off after testing positive for banned substances.

Women's Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers beat Sydney Thunder in semi-final

February 01, 2018

Spinner Emma King (3-17 from four overs) starred with the ball to help bury the Thunder. In a result sure to fan the flames of discussion about holding a separate women's finals series to the men, the Scorchers controlled the game from start to finish.

Hong Kong To Follow China In Banning Ivory Trade

February 01, 2018

The vote in the former British colony, where ivory has traded for more than 150 years, came a month after China, the world's largest importer and end user of elephant tusks, banned their sale. The bill will also increase penalties for wildlife crimes. Liberal Party member Peter Shiu Ka-fai, who voted against the ban, said there are 370 licensed ivory wholesalers with 77 tons of legal ivory and 100 craftsmen who are over the age of 60, the South China Morning Post reported .

Las Vegas immigration advocates collect to observe State of the Union

February 01, 2018

In a move that will anger members of his own Republican Party, Mr Trump did offer a path to citizenship to Dreamers , 1.8 million illegal immigrants brought to the U.S. "'Dreamers" should consider whether they are just being used as political props by some Democrats who continue to oppose any and all reasonable immigration proposals .

Foreign Office flogs Bangkok embassy for historic £420m

February 01, 2018

Diplomats will leave the embassy, built in 1922, the ambassador's residence and the nine acres of gardens in which the buildings sit next year. The current building was no longer fit-for-purpose, the Foreign Office claimed, with parts of the 1920s buildings no longer usable.

Taylor Morrison Home (TMHC) Set to Announce Earnings on Wednesday

February 01, 2018

Taylor Morrison Home Corp has a 1-year low of $15.67 and a 1-year high of $24.77. It has outperformed by 55.75% the S&P500. Ameritas Investment Partners reported 0.01% stake. 21 funds opened positions while 70 raised stakes. Mackenzie accumulated 207,763 shares or 0.02% of the stock. Zurcher Kantonalbank (Zurich Cantonalbank) invested in 0% or 3,000 shares.

Shares in Owens & Minor, Inc. (OMI) Acquired by Bowling Portfolio Management LLC

February 01, 2018

Mondrian Investment Partners Ltd sold 6,785 shares as the company's stock rose 5.74% with the market. The business had revenue of $2.27 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $2.38 billion. Strs Ohio reported 0% stake. Engineers Gate Manager LP holds 0.21% or 86,456 shares. Sarl reported 1.92% in Visa Inc. 20,400 are held by Art Advisors Ltd Liability Corporation.

Federal Bureau of Investigation cites grave concerns on memo release

February 01, 2018

A Republican senator said Wednesday morning that the controversial Nunes memo alleging misconduct by Federal Bureau of Investigation and Justice Department officials should not be released to the public in its current form, calling on his fellow members of Congress to put aside partisanship and act responsibly.

Kim Jong Nam 'met USA agent' before his death in Malaysia

February 01, 2018

Police on Monday said Kim met a U.S. national days before his assassination, but were scant on details. Indonesian Siti Aisyah is accused with another woman, Doan Thi Huong from Vietnam, of killing Kim Jong Nam by smearing his face with VX, a banned chemical poison at Kuala Lumpur airport on February 13 past year.

Fire kills 11, injures 3 at home for elderly poor in Japan

February 01, 2018

The cause of the fire in the city of Sapporo, on the island of Hokkaido, was still being investigated. Public broadcaster NHK said the 16 elderly people were living in the three-storey wooden facility. 'Luckily, the only damage to our house was some cracks on the window, ' she was quoted as saying. "The surrounding area was bright as if it were a day because of efforts to extinguish fire, and smoke lasted until near the dawn".

Brazil's Lula tops poll despite corruption conviction

February 01, 2018

Lawyers for the former president, who is also the front-runner for this year's October presidential elections, say his conviction is unconstitutional and argue there was no evidence that links him to the promise of receiving the apartment where he never lived and visited only once.

Dunedin residents evacuated as raging fire burns near homes

February 01, 2018

Geddes said fire crews had been "working their butts off'". Mr Geddes said firefighters were "up against it" because of spot fires, and the way the fire was travelling. They also suggested people on Stevenson Road, between Emerson Street and Orr Street, to also consider leaving their homes. The golf club facilities were open to the evacuees, but there were no facilities for staying overnight.

CDC Director resigns over financial conflicts

February 01, 2018

Fitzgerald, 71, a physician who served as the Georgia public health commissioner until her appointment to the CDC post in July, said in an interview late past year that she already had divested from many stock holdings. Fitzgerald tendered, and the Secretary accepted, her resignation". A physician and former commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Health, Fitzgerald is the second high-profile health official in the year-old Republican Trump administration to leave over financial and ...

Threatening speech: Top court sentences Nehal Hashmi 1 year in prison

February 01, 2018

Three-member bench headed by Justice Saeed Khosa read the verdict. Taking notice of the issue the next day, the Supreme Court had served him a contempt notice for his controversial remarks, reportedly aimed at the apex court and Panama Papers case Joint Investigation Team.