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Jeweller Nirav Modi charged with Rs. 280 crore cheating case

February 06, 2018

Modi's brother Nishal, and their business partner Mehul Chinubhai Choksi, were among the four people booked in the case. Commenting on the development, the PNB in a late night statement said, the bank "rejected" the request for roll-over of loans and made a decision to inform the regulator and CBI for investigation and booking of culprits.

LeFrak City girl, 8, dies from flu-like symptoms

February 06, 2018

Monday. In the past week, NY state saw a 50 percent increase in confirmed flu cases and a 21 percent rise in hospitalizations over the prior week, according to a statement from Gov. "We urge parents to protect themselves and their families by getting this potentially life-saving vaccine today", a rep for the Health Department said in a statement.

Hugh Grant wins phone hacking damages

February 06, 2018

The publisher of the Daily Mirror has paid Hugh Grant what is understood to be a six-figure sum in damages to settle his claim against it for phone hacking. Accusing Trinity Mirror of a cover-up, Grant said the company's £127m proposed purchase of Richard Desmond's Express newspapers should be halted because the group was "not fit" to expand its influence in the marketplace until the "full truth" was established.

PH won't stop China buildup in West PH Sea

February 06, 2018

The report said the Philippines could lose 40 percent of its fishing grounds and 80 percent of its EEZ in the South China Sea , if it allows China's expansion to go unchallenged. He added that it might have really been China's intention to use or to station military hardware even before the entry of the Duterte administration.

Seoul: N. Korea to send nominal head of state to S. Korea

February 06, 2018

Observers believe his visit to the South indicates the North is aiming to prove the legitimacy of its government to the world at the Olympic arena. It will be led by Kim Yong-Nam, who is leader of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly, the North's ruling party-controlled parliament, Seoul's unification ministry said in a statement late Sunday.

The Duchess of Cambridge launches Children's Mental Health Week with personal video

February 06, 2018

Mental health is an issue close to the duchess's heart, as she, William and Prince Harry launched mental health campaign Heads Together previous year. The duchess filmed the video during last month's visit to Reach Academy in Feltham, West London. The charity says eight in 10 of the children it works with struggle with their self-esteem, but that meaningful supports help them develop a positive view of themselves.

Tributary Capital Management LLC Cuts Holdings in XPO Logistics Inc (NYSE:XPO)

February 06, 2018

Macguire Cheswick & Tuttle Investment Counsel Llc who had been investing in Xpo Logistics Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $11.28 billion market cap company. Checking in on some other ratios, the company has a Price to Cash Flow ratio of, and a current Price to Earnings ratio of 25.396087. Eagle Asset Mgmt holds 189,623 shares or 0.07% of its portfolio.

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February 06, 2018

Eight Turkish soldiers killed in northern Syria

February 06, 2018

Trump takes aim at Schiff ahead of push to release Democrats' memo

February 06, 2018

If the White House did work with Nunes to produce a memo vindicating Trump, Schiff said it "could be evidence of the president's intent to interfere with the investigation". Trump's tweet puts Schiff is in the same company as former FBI Director James Comey, Sen. It's a new nickname from the president. "Mr. President, I see you've had a busy morning of 'Executive Time.' Instead of tweeting false smears, the American people would appreciate it if you turned off the TV and helped solve the ...

Polar bears can't catch enough seals to stay fed

February 05, 2018

Donald Trump attacks the UK's health service - and Britain hits back

February 06, 2018

Scottsdale polices search for suspect after man shot in head

February 05, 2018

Taeyang Officially Ties the Knot with Actress Min Hyo Rin

February 05, 2018

New immigration bill makes no room for wall funding Video

February 05, 2018

The senators' plan would create a road to legal status for "Dreamers" who arrived in the U.S.by the end of 2013 and meet other criteria, including no convictions for serious crimes. The proposal comes as the Republican-controlled Congress seeks to avert a federal government shutdown when current funding expires on Thursday. The inability to reach an immigration agreement contributed to the brief government shutdown last month.

Kentucky pol demands apology after police tweet rape joke during Super Bowl

February 05, 2018

Conning Inc. Acquires Shares of 1750 Packaging Corp Of America (PKG)

February 05, 2018

New York State Teachers Retirement System has 0.05% invested in Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG ). It has outperformed by 38.22% the S&P500. Usca Ria reported 0.54% stake. Personal Cap Advisors holds 0.13% of its portfolio in Sprint Corporation (NYSE:S) for 872,562 shares. Hanseatic Management Services Inc decreased its stake in Packaging Corp Of America (PKG) by 60.17% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Netherlands recalls ambassador to Turkey

February 05, 2018

Despite recent talks between the two countries, "we have not been able to agree on the way normalization should take place", Foreign Minister Halbe Zijlstra said in a statement. The move comes after almost a year of tensions between the two sides. Following Erdogan's statement, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said that Turkey must apologize for such a comment.

Person opening umbrella reportedly spooks horse pulling carriage; 3 injured

February 05, 2018

Sinn Féin councillor resigns after claims of "physical assaults"

February 05, 2018

The suspension was the result of a dispute with Dublin North-West TD Dessie Ellis, who has also been censured. Noeleen Reilly was elected to the council on the Sinn Fein ticket in 2014. News of Reilly's resignation comes following a tumultuous weekend for the party after footage surfaced of policing spokesperson Gerry Kelly removing a clamp from his vehicle with a pair of bolt cutters.

Indian gov't increases defense budget by 7.81 pct

February 05, 2018

This was the last full-year Budget of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance government before the general elections in 2019. # The biggest department to benefit with the increase of budget for sports is Khelo India project which has been alloted Rs 520.09 crore from Rs 320 crore past year.

Syrian rebel group claim downing of Russian plane

February 05, 2018

Klintsevich, as well as other high-ranking Russian officials, believe that the Su-25 was shot down from a weapon that terrorists had received from the US via third countries. The Syrian opposition released footage on social media that purported to show the wreckage of the plane and the body of the pilot surrounded by fighters.

Jordan's King Abdullah sees no Mideast peace without U.S. role

February 05, 2018

The interview was taped at the recent economic summit in Davos, Switzerland. In December, Jordan denounced Mr. Trump's move as "a violation of decisions of worldwide law and the United Nations charter", and revisited criticism in the Sunday interview, saying that it had "created a backlash" by leaving Palestinians feeling "that there isn't an honest broker".

Chris Coleman slams "naive" Sunderland after Ipswich Town loss

February 05, 2018

The Black Cats are now in the Sky Bet Championship relegation zone and need to improve quickly if they want to avoid playing in Sky Bet League One next season. "There was some good stuff and we should have gone 1-0 up". There's only us can change that. Sunderland had been knocking on the door but their first opportunity of distinction didn't arise until the 24th minute, Ejariashowed why Chris Coleman had brought him in from Liverpool as he did brilliantly to slink his way to the by-line.

City hearth division's flag to go to Winter Olympics

February 05, 2018

Kim is expected to attend the Olympics' opening ceremony on Friday and a preliminary round match of the two Korea's women's ice hockey team on Saturday. "I don't think they would have much to gain from an attack, from a provocation". "Even if you screened people coming from North Korea, they might still be carrying the virus unbeknownst to themselves and undetectable to anyone else".

Japan army helicopter crashes in residential area

February 05, 2018

A Japanese military helicopter crashed in a residential locality setting off a fire on Monday, 5 February. Its head teacher said no pupils had been injured. Television footage showed black smoke billowing from the site. According to a report submitted to the Defense Ministry by air traffic control at the Metabaru Base, the helicopter was flying in a westward direction when it came down and went up in flames.

Ivory trade investigator found dead in Nairobi

February 05, 2018

The US citizen had recently returned from a research trip to Myanmar. Esmond Martin, 75, died after being stabbed at his house in the Nairobi suburb of Langata on Sunday afternoon. "He always collaborated with Save the Elephants and worked with many of us generously sharing his findings and views", Dr Kahumbu said on Twitter.

Alleged Suffolk computer hacker Lauri Love will not be extradited

February 05, 2018

In a judgement handed down by the Lord Chief Justice, Lord Burnett of Maldon, both of Love's grounds for appealing against District Judge Nina Tempia's 2016 order for him to be extradited to the USA to stand trial. "This is especially important in cases of vulnerable people like Lauri Love", she said . The decision to block extradition was met with cheers in the packed London courtroom.

Jack Colback hits out after being shown 'no respect' at Newcastle

February 05, 2018

Striker Aleksandar Mitrovic - on loan from Newcastle - was thrown into the mix early in the second half by Slavisa Jokanovic, and he nearly found the back of the net shortly after coming on, but saw his header go wide of the post. To be honest with you, there's been no respect shown my way whatsoever (at Newcastle). Here at FLW, we chose to take a look at the reactions of Forest fans, and it's safe to say it's not exactly good reading for Karanka and his men...

Schumer urges Trump to back release of Dem memo

February 05, 2018

The White House asked GOP leaders Thursday to put President Trump's immigration framework up for a vote in the Senate when the chamber begins its debate in coming weeks, moving to make his four-point plan the basis for the looming floor fight.

Alleged NPA finance officer arrested in Butuan

February 05, 2018

Leonida Guao - also known by the aliases Lea, Ligaya, and Laya - was arrested in a joint police and military operation in Barangay Bading, Butuan City in the province of Agusan del Norte at around 3 p.m. With the souring relationship between the leftist groups and the government, Anakpawis party-list representative Ariel Casilao warned of the possibility that the NPAs will also "arrest" government officials if the police and military continue to imprison them.

Iran Accuses US of "Shamelessly Threatening" Russia with Nuclear Weapons

February 05, 2018

Taking a dig at the U.S., the Iranian president also said that the USA speaks of peace while threatening other nations with nuclear weapons. Iran is accusing the US of threatening Russian Federation with the use of new nuclear weapons following the Trump administration's call to expand nuclear capabilities in an aim to deter Moscow, Reuters reported Sunday.

No military solution to Afghan conflict, says Pakistan PM

February 05, 2018

Abbasi also added that progress in the case is not possible until all sides don't enter into peace talks. In similar raids, the warplanes targeted Taliban compounds in Shirin Tagab district of Faryab, killing four militants, Xinhua reported.

Mob beats up two Kashmiri students in India

February 05, 2018

Both the students are pursuing post graduation in Geography at Central University of Haryana and are in their final year. The attack comes close on the heels of the alleged harassment of a group of students of the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agriculture Science and Technology by a co-passenger on a train and later by the police in Bhopal.

Former Postmedia chair Rod Phillips not running for PC leadership

February 05, 2018

Longtime party stalwart Rod Phillips, who had been touted as a possible leadership contender, announced Sunday night he was not entering the race, instead endorsing Mulroney. "Caroline has my enthusiastic support, because she will unite our party and lead us to victory". Mulroney's entry into politics could spell the emergence of a new political dynasty in the country - with current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau himself the son of former prime minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau.

Pink Pushes Through The Flu To Deliver An Incredible US Anthem Performance

February 05, 2018

There has been no word of a replacement or lip syncing, so perhaps Pink is just going to soldier through her performance. On Instagram , the star shared: "I've been waiting to sing this song since 1991 when I saw my idol, Whitney Houston , own this song".

Donald Trump's immigration plan would discriminate against minorities and Muslims

February 05, 2018

But while some of his terms are unpalatable to Democrats, his proposal is also too liberal for some Republicans . "I've been hearing about DACA for so many years", Trump said. After that was rejected, they are less likely to accept further concessions. Their hopes have been raised by the large number of Republicans retiring, who have resigned or running for another office - 41 by ABC News' count - and by polling that shows voters favor the Democratic candidate on the generic ...

Sunday's weather: Most areas dry with small chance of showers later

February 05, 2018

Scattered showers will affect Lincolnshire at times, whilst it will remain drier and brighter further inland. Many parts of the town will have awoken to a frosty morning today , but forecasters have said that a dry and bright day is ahead with mainly light winds and sunny spells.

Barnier heads to United Kingdom for big Brexit week ahead

February 05, 2018

European Union and British officials, asked if this meant that Britain would spell out its demands in detail, declined to comment. Mrs May has repeatedly said that Brexit will mean leaving the existing EU single market and customs union arrangements.

Mike Pence won't allow North Korea to "hijack" messaging at Winter Olympics

February 05, 2018

A North Korean art troupe will likely travel by ship to stage a performance in South Korea for this week's Winter Olympics under an exemption from bilateral sanctions, South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Monday. We will not allow North Korea's propaganda to hijack the messaging of the Olympics". South Korean President Moon Jae-in is hoping for a one-on-one meeting with Kim Yong Nam during the latter's visit, South Korea's Yonhap news agency says .

Rajasthan bypolls outcomes: Congress's emphatic win in Ajmer stuns BJP

February 05, 2018

In Ajmer north, a centre of RSS management and a seat retained in last 15 years, Congress got 7,000 more votes. The meeting will take place at 9:45 am at Mr Gandhi's residence. He said the results had come at a time when the BJP was on the "back foot". In Ajmer parliamentary seat, BJP's vote share dropped from 56% to 44%.

India unveils health care scheme for 500 million of its poorest

February 05, 2018

Exports of many agricultural products have always been restricted by regulations. Presently, gains from equity investments held for more than 12 months are exempt from tax. The new government will determine the full-year budget for 2019-20. I hope this will continue in the third and fourth year as well. The Airports Authority of India now has 124 airports, and the Finance Minister said that this number would be expanded by five times.

Jordan Peele quit acting because of The Emoji Movie

February 05, 2018

I would not make this up". "I was offered the role of Poop - this is true". The up-and-coming director has done his fair share of acting. "I was offered the role of Poop", he told the crowd, assuring them that he "would not make this up".

Paris attacks suspect silent as trial begins, says media

February 05, 2018

During the court hearings in Brussels, expected to last four days, Abdeslam, 28, is being held at a jail in northern France near the Belgian border from where he can more easily be brought to court by helicopter or road. Among the attackers was Abdeslam's brother, Brahim, who died in a suicide blast outside a cafe. How the pair, from a broadly secular background with a history of petty crime, were transformed into alleged cogs within extensive ISIS cells operating in Belgium and France is ...

Lakme Fashion Week 2018 Photos - Kareena Kapoor turns showstopper for Anamika Khanna

February 05, 2018

I (still) hoard my jeans from the time, probably, when I was 20-21. "I am a hoarder, getting rid of something is not happening". Kareena became the showstopper for designer Anamika Khanna and calling her attractive would seriously be an understatement.

Los indecisos en Costa Rica tendrán la última palabra

February 05, 2018

En el proceso tendrán la posibilidad de votar 3.322.328 de personas, a las que habrá que restar el grupo que se abstenga y que suele superar el 30 por ciento en el país centroamericano. El presidente votó en un ambiente distendido, sin presencia visible de seguridad, y aprovechó para saludar a otros electores y a los activistas que pedían votos por los partidos que disputan la presidencia.

J&K cops free Pune girl, say case a 'hoax'

February 05, 2018

After questioning, it was revealed that the woman, a school dropout, had been "brainwashed" online about the supposed suffering of the Kashmiri people at the hands of security forces and had "fallen prey to false propaganda" on social media, the police said.

These lucky Penn students to experience Super Bowl in person

February 05, 2018

The other MVPs to lose the big game since Kurt Warner did the regular season-Super Bowl MVP double in the 1999 season for the Rams are: Warner (2001), Rich Gannon (2002), Shaun Alexander (2005), Peyton Manning (2009 and 2013), Cam Newton (2015) and Matt Ryan (2016).

Two killed in crash involving Amtrak train, freight train

February 05, 2018

The health care network said there are two patients that are expected to be admitted, but most are expected to be released after they are evaluated and treated. "The lead engine was derailed, as well as some passenger cars". Amtrak said that anyone with questions regarding passengers on the train can contact them at 1-800-523-9101.

'This is the Minnesota Super Bowl'

February 05, 2018

Finally, Bell says that Canadians who tune into its networks can still watch the big USA ads on BigGameAds.ca. The kickoff temperature that day was 39 degrees, and the high temperature only 43 degrees, according to William Schmitz of the Southeast Regional Climate Center .

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