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Stocks grabbing Attention: Oasis Petroleum Inc. (OAS), CSX Corp. (CSX)

February 08, 2018

Morgan Stanley dropped their target price on Oasis Petroleum from $10.00 to $9.00 and set an equal weight rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, October 18th. Moreover, Voya Mngmt Ltd Liability Corporation has 0% invested in Oasis Petroleum Inc. (NYSE:OAS). Invesco Ltd owns 322,831 shares. Jefferies Ltd Liability Company holds 97,590 shares.

Pentagon Says Conducted 'Defensive' Airstrikes Against Pro-Syrian Gov't Forces

February 08, 2018

The attack took place on the same day that Israeli fighters jets struck the Jemraya research center near Damascus, according to Syrian news reports . In response, the coalition "conducted strikes against attacking forces to repel the act of aggression", the statement added. Activists and first responders said that at least 55 people were killed after the airstrikes on Tuesday.

Syrian Activists Say 16 Killed In New Airstrikes

February 08, 2018

In Idlib, Russia has intensified air raids on rebel-held towns after jihadist fighters shot down a Russian warplane and killed its pilot. "This is a huge danger for all states", he said. But the scale and ferocity of attacks in Idlib and Eastern Ghouta have "increased dramatically" over the last 48 hours, "resulting in multiple reports of civilian casualties & airstrikes that have reportedly hit at least three hospitals", Pinheiro, the chair of the UN's commission of inquiry on Syria, said ...

Syrian air defense destroys Israeli missiles targeting military position in Damascus

February 08, 2018

Syria's military on January 9 accused Israel of launching missiles targeting military outposts in the area of Qutayfeh, in the Damascus countryside. The Syrian air defenses destroyed most of the Israeli missiles targeting a military position in the countryside of the Syrian capital Damascus early Wednesday, the Syrian army said in a statement.

Trump slams 'treasonous' Democrats for not applauding

February 08, 2018

Less than a week ago, Trump stood before the nation and called for a new era of bipartisan cooperation. I said you have the lowest black unemployment in the history of our country. Can we call that treason? "Why not?" he asked, lobbing an extraordinary accusation. And they don't love our country. Trump also accused the party of not wanting to secure the nation's borders.

Russia Seeks Downed Su-25 Jet's Engine to Identify Missile

February 08, 2018

The ministry noted that its experts were "particularly interested in remains of the Russian attack aircraft's engines with traces of the missile impact in order to precisely identify the MANPADS type used by terrorists, production site and channels of supply to Syria".

Nancy Pelosi delivers longest House speech in more than a century

February 08, 2018

Both Pelosi and Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) are permitted to speak for longer periods of time than usually allotted for members of the House due to their respective roles as party leaders. Todd said, "You're looking live at the house floor". For example, then-Minority Leader John Boehner spoke for more than an hour against a cap-and-trade bill that passed the House in 2009.

Russian Olympic Committee yet to pay $15 million fine to IOC

February 08, 2018

The IOC Executive Board announced the fine as part of a series of measures after the Schmid Commission ruled Russian Federation was guilty of "systemic manipulation" of the anti-doping systems at events, including the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi.

Helen Of Troy LTD (NASDAQ:HELE) Q3 2017 Sentiment Report

February 08, 2018

Helen of Troy (HELE) traded up $0.62 during trading on Monday, hitting $89.57. About 15,976 shares traded. Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ:HELE) shares have been on a recent steady downtrend, causing some worry for shareholders. Orrstown Financial Incorporated has 13 shares. The California-based Osmium Partners Limited Liability has invested 2.47% in Travelzoo (NASDAQ:TZOO). Grp One Trading LP holds 0% or 5,934 shares.

Democrat wins special election in Trump heartland Missouri

February 08, 2018

Mike Revis, 27, secured 51.5% of the vote and won by three points over his Republican rival David Linton, according to the preliminary results reported by the Missouri Secretary of State. Revis, who previously worked for Amazon and Anheuser-Busch, campaigned on issues like public education and support for labor unions. Revis will succeed Republican state Rep.

Hot Air Balloon Crash In Victoria's Yarra Ranges

February 08, 2018

A Victoria Police spokeswoman said the cause of the crash was yet to be determined, and it would be investigated by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau. "I saw two balloons, one of them looked in trouble", he told the newspaper. "I thought, "That doesn't look right". Witness Mark told 3AW radio he saw two balloons approaching the ground as he was driving in the area.

Five-star Nicholas Petit-Frere commits to Buckeyes

February 08, 2018

Petit-Frere's commitment has Ohio State firmly in second place in the 247Sports composite team rankings, just two points behind No. 1 Georgia. Petit-Frere, a standout at Tampa Berkeley Prep, headed an abnormally long list of top-flight offensive linemen in Florida this recruiting cycle, He also visited UF, Alabama , Notre Dame and MI, and Florida, Notre Dame and Ohio State were considered the finalists.

Pinay missing in 6.4 magnitude Taiwan quake

February 08, 2018

Authorities said more than 140 people still remain unaccounted for from one of the buildings damaged by the quake. The headcount of missing people is based on registered occupants, Chen said by phone, adding that firefighters were evaluating whether to prop up the building with steel.

Woman found holding her eyeballs outside of SC church

February 08, 2018

Elizabeth Hiott says she felt like dispatchers didn't at first believe her when she called 911. 'It was over the road, ' she stated, 'And I could see blood, and could hear her shouting, and I understood something wasn't right. Adding, 'That's how insane it was'. Anderson County Sheriff Chad McBride tells news outlets that it took a few representatives and two crisis restorative specialists to quell the lady with the goal that they could begin rendering help.

Big-time North Carolina DT Rick Sandidge commits to SC

February 08, 2018

SC signed uncommitted four-star 2018 DT Rick Sandidge . SC sent its whole defensive staff to the 6-foot-5, 288-pound lineman's before signing day, sending a clear message to him and his family. 45 overall prospect also held offers from schools like Alabama, Florida, FSU, LSU, Miami and MI, among others. Ranked the No. 2 defensive tackle in the country, Sandidge has been a two-year top priority for Muschamp and area recruiter Bobby Bentley, who battled off Sandidge's connection with Georgia ...

Israel attacks research centre near Damascus - Syria

February 08, 2018

The Pro-Iran Hezbollah has been fighting alongside al-Assad's forces since an anti-government uprising began in Syria in 2011. Cease-fire deals have failed to quell the violence or restore humanitarian aid to besieged Ghouta , were 400,000 residents are holed up amid warnings of a looming humanitarian disaster.

Blackhawk Network (NASDAQ:HAWK) Rating Lowered to Hold at Citigroup

February 08, 2018

The company's stock had a trading volume of 854,877 shares, compared to its average volume of 4,101,180. Looking at some ROIC (Return on Invested Capital) numbers, Blackhawk Network Holdings, Inc. Its up 0.49, from 1.88 in 2017Q2. It dropped, as 20 investors sold NGHC shares while 31 reduced holdings. 24 funds opened positions while 47 raised stakes.

A Horrifying Video Exists Exposing Trump's Real Hair

February 08, 2018

A new video of Trump boarding Air Force One reveals that the president has perhaps the most freakish combover ever created. Needless to say, without the assistance of his MAGA cap, the answer is bad. The video exposing Trump's head began circulating Tuesday when journalist Ashley Feinberg discovered the YouTube clip. Trump has acknowledged that his hair is not "perfect" and has admitted that he uses some variation on a combover to achieve his look.

Migration cut could cost Scottish economy up to £10 billion a year

February 08, 2018

The Scottish Government said that with the number of deaths expected to outweigh the number of births for every year until 2040, action was needed to maintain and grow Scotland's working age population and meet the needs of rural communities.

King of Jordan arrives in UAE

February 08, 2018

The two sides also underlined the importance of maintaining coordination and consultations on various issues of mutual concern, with the aim of serving Arab causes, the statement said. Sheikh Mohammed also affirmed the key role of His Majesty to achieve pan-Arab action and in any other effective endeavor to support the joint Arab security that needs to be bolstered.

Sexual assault reports at West Point almost doubled in past year

February 08, 2018

But the Air Force Academy, where reports of sexual assault increased past year by one, to 33, was found to be in noncompliance with the branch's policies for preventing assault. "I recognize that people are not going to understand" the desire for increased reporting. An anonymous survey released a year ago showed an uptick in sexual assaults and unwanted sexual contact at all three institutions, with the largest increases coming at the Army and Navy academies.

US 'Deeply Concerned' About American's Return to Iranian Prison

February 08, 2018

Sanders said the White House holds Iran "fully accountable" for Namazi's well-being and called for his immediate and unconditional release of all USA citizens "unjustly detained" and missing in Iran, including Baquer Namazi, his son Siamak Namazi, Xiyue Wang, and Robert Levinson.

5 numbers to prove the GOP is sticking by Trump on Russian Federation

February 08, 2018

Two-thirds of American voters overall give a resounding "no" to that question - but Republican voters are roughly evenly split. Fifty-five percent of respondents said the agency was not biased against the president, and Americans approve 48 to 36 percent of how the Federal Bureau of Investigation is doing its job.

Israeli Police to Call for Indictment of PM Netanyahu

February 08, 2018

Any recommendation for an indictment would be sent to Israeli Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit, who will decide whether to indict the prime minister. There will be recommendations, there will be signs saying 'Bibi is guilty until proven innocent, ' ... but I'm certain that all the legal experts will eventually reach the same conclusion: There is nothing".

No Brexit deal 'would hit NI economic system by 12%'

February 08, 2018

The economically important financial services sector stands to suffer a 5% to 10% cost increase, but construction faces no extra costs. Mrs May chaired the Brexit sub-committee on Wednesday and do so again on Thursday to thrash out what kind of trade relationship the United Kingdom will seek in negotiations.

Tullow Oil reports surprise €18m profit after three years in red

February 08, 2018

The London-listed company is targeting East Africa - Uganda and particularly Kenya - as its next major frontier after developing two large fields in Ghana earlier this decade. The Kenyan project was expected to cost $1.8bn, while the pipeline construction would require $1.1bn, Tullow said. Exports are projected to start in 2021 or 2022, with the company estimating production at its Amosing and Ngamia wells to range between 60,000 and 80,000 barrels per day.

SIU probing crash that injured man in Oshawa

February 08, 2018

Police vehicles and a helicopter, called Air1, followed the suspect eastbound on Highway 401 where the man drove as fast as 230 kilometres per hour at times. One of the suspects, a 29-year-old man, sustained a serious injury and was taken to hospital for treatment. The man, who police say can not be named due to "the domestic nature of the incident", was charged with eight offences including criminal harassment, driving while under suspension and possession of MDMA, cocaine and heroin for ...

Apple loses showrunner for its first original series over production differences

February 08, 2018

The outlet notes that Fuller wanted to take the new series in a Black Mirror-like direction, meaning more adult, while Apple wanted to keep the show as a family-friendly series. 10 episodes in total have been ordered for the new series with each entry said to have a $5 million budget. The reboot of " Amazing Stories " was originally planned at NBC.

Brother of "Sex and the City" star Kim Cattrall found dead

February 08, 2018

He had left behind his wallet, cellphone and keys, and the door to his house in Lacombe, Alberta, was unlocked, Cattrall wrote on Instagram, pleading with her almost half-million followers to keep a lookout. Police describe Christopher Cattrall as being six-feet tall, 200 pounds, with blue eyes and short brown hair. The actress used social media to spread the missing persons report from The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, which had previously noted that the 55-year-old hadn't been heard ...

Scotland's police chief Phil Gormley quits amid growing bullying inquiry

February 08, 2018

Watchdogs at the Scottish Police Authority (SPA) referred a complaint to investigators, with Commissioner Kate Frame confirming she considered if the allegation was proved it would amount to gross misconduct. Mr Gormley chose to step down and end his contract 10 months early despite consistently denying any wrongdoing and his wife, Claire, claiming he had been "vilified" in a "disproportionate fishing expedition ".

Valentine's special: Boston restaurant offers $3K burger with engagement ring

February 08, 2018

The restaurant says the burger is part of a Valentine's Day special. After making sandwiches like Pauli's "Jamaican Me Crazy", the "Fat Felix" and the "Pauli-Tician", this time around Barker thought why not think "inside the box".

Malinga is MI bowling mentor

February 08, 2018

With this, Malinga will be the latest addition to Mumbai's support staff which includes the likes of Sachin Tendulkar (icon and mentor), Mahela Jayawardene (head coach), Robin Singh (batting coach), Shane Bond (bowling coach), Paras Mhambrey (assistant bowling coach which he might have to give up, thanks to conflict of interest), James Pemment (fielding coach), Rahul Sanghvi (team manager) etc.

Trump Slams Leading Memo Critic Ahead of Push to Release Democrats' Rebuttal

February 08, 2018

A vote on whether to release the memo could be taken by the House Intelligence Committee, led by Rep. Devin Nunes , (R-Calif.), at 5 p.m. ET., Monday. But two people familiar with the panel's schedule say that meeting has now been put off. They have a closed-door meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. ET on Monday.

White House says economy 'exceptionally strong' despite steep dive in stock market

February 07, 2018

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin also attempted to assuage fears prior to his testimony to the House Financial Services committee on Tuesday. Instead, he focused squarely on the positive. Weeks after the president claimed credit for "unprecedented success" with a "record stock market", the Dow Jones fell almost 1,600 points, erasing its gains for the year and marking the largest points plunge in the history, according to CNN Money .

Queen Elizabeth's swans may have been killed by bird flu outbreak

February 08, 2018

Seven of the dead birds have been transferred to a laboratory where they will undergo tests to establish whether bird flu was the cause of death. "They are waiting for the tests to come back but everyone suspects the worst". The World Health Organisation first reported a case of human infection in April 2014 in China. Symptoms include fever and shortness of breath. This was introduced after H5N6 bird flu was indentified in wild birds in South Dorset and Warwickshire.

US House committee unanimously votes to release Democratic memo

February 07, 2018

NPR's Ryan Lucas has been following all the twists and turns of this story and is back here in the studio with the latest. LUCAS: Well, the Democratic memo is basically their detailed response to the Republican one that you mentioned was released last week .

Mattis defends plans for new nuclear capabilities

February 08, 2018

He said the strategy does just the opposite: it will strengthen deterrence of a nuclear attack, and thereby provide the security that would enable further progress on arms control. "I don't want to say in advance of a negotiation and undercut our negotiators' position, what we would or would not do", Mattis said. A treaty committing the US and Russian Federation to keep their long-range nuclear arsenals at the lowest levels since early in the Cold War went into full effect on Monday.

Army replaces more than 1000 Olympic guards at risk of norovirus

February 08, 2018

Skeptics say that the North is trying to use the Olympics to weaken USA -led sanctions and pressure and buy more time to advance its nuclear weapons and missiles program. He touted the coming deployment of an additional 20 ground-based interceptors that would respond to an enemy launch. In Japan, Pence says he will meet with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to show "solidarity", in the face of the North Korean threat and with USA service members who would be among the first to respond to a crisis.

Tennessee sheriff taped saying 'I love this s***' after ordering suspect's killing

February 07, 2018

A Tennessee sheriff is being sued for using excessive force after he was recorded boasting he had told officers to shoot a man rather than risk damaging police cars by ramming him off the road. I'm here on the damn wrong end of the damn county. Shoupe is heard in another segment of the footage comforting West, who appeared distraught after the shooting.

NY Times Seeks Carter Page Wiretap Records, Saying Trump Already Breached Secrecy

February 07, 2018

But that seems at odds with what Page told a reporter during a question-and-answer session after a speech he gave in Moscow in December 2016. Page said he was one of many people brought in from around the world for the G-20 Summit. Republicans who have been pushing the narrative of anti-Trump bias have had a hard time explaining the disconnect between history and their conspiracy theory.

Ever member of North Korea's Kim Dynasty to visit South

February 07, 2018

South Korea's Unification Ministry Spokesperson Baik Tae-hyun said that South Korea plans to hold an inter-Korean dialogue after the ceremony. With South Korea making goodwill gestures toward North Korea ahead of the Winter Olympics , Japan and the US are stressing the need for three-way solidarity to maintain pressure on Pyongyang's nuclear and missile development.

NY Has $3.64 Million Position in Textainer Group Holdings Limited (NYSE:TGH)

February 07, 2018

The company has market cap of $1.31 billion. The stock decreased 4.35% or $3.5 during the last trading session, reaching $77. Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) has risen 26.75% since February 7, 2017 and is uptrending. Moreover, Founders Capital Ltd has 1.08% invested in McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD). 0 analysts call it Underweight, while 1 think it is Overweight.

Brokerages Set Sprouts Farmers Market Inc (SFM) PT at $25.12

February 08, 2018

Train Babcock Advsrs Ltd Liability owns 41,456 shares for 2.43% of their portfolio. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $0.16 EPS. (NASDAQ:PRFT) has "Buy" rating given on Friday, June 24 by Sidoti. The firm has "Buy" rating by Maxim Group given on Monday, January 11. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Friday, February 12 by Stifel Nicolaus.

Japan, US confirm pressure on North Korea

February 07, 2018

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said he has not ruled out the possibility of meeting with North Korean officials at the upcoming Olympics in South Korea . "Theyre in total disagreement". Given such anxieties, Mr Abe intends to ask Mr Moon for support in the event that the roughly 38,000 Japanese citizens living in South Korea have to be evacuated.

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (CBOE) stock closes Yesterday with $116.94

February 08, 2018

Panagora Asset Inc owns 0% invested in Cboe Global Markets, Inc. Insiders own 1.86% of the company's stock. SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in Cboe Global Markets during the 4th quarter valued at $143,000. (NASDAQ:CBOE) has "Hold" rating given on Tuesday, October 3 by Jefferies. Deutsche Bank maintained it with "Hold" rating and $70 target in Wednesday, October 5 report.

Clearwater Paper posts 4Q profit

February 07, 2018

Bridgeway Cap Mgmt reported 0.03% stake. Jefferies Group Lc holds 0% or 5,196 shares. Victory Mngmt holds 0% of its portfolio in Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE: CLW ) for 3,239 shares. In terms of earnings per share, 4 analysts have a 0.88 EPS mean target for the quarter ending Mar-18, for the quarter ending Jun-18, 4 analysts have a 1.00 EPS mean target and for the quarter ending Jun-18 there are 5 estimates of 3.64 EPS.

Steele Dossier Author "Was Desperate that Donald Trump Not Get Elected"

February 07, 2018

This latest revelation about the Trump-Russia investigation is a bombshell, though not an unexpected one. The memo also reveals that Steele was eventually terminated as a source for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Steele authored the anti-President Trump dossie, which made wild accusations, claiming that the Russian government had embarrassing information about Trump.

Previous govt responsible for NPA mess: PM Modi in Lok Sabha

February 07, 2018

The government, bank and middlemen would jointly restructure the loans on paper and lakhs of crores were given". "One youngster raised his voice about this as well", he said. I urge the Opposition to continue to do so. Modi said his government has taken a series of steps like recapitalisation of banks to revive the sector, and his government's "cleanliness drive", an apparent reference to measures against corruption and blackmoney, was to secure rights of the common man.

Syria: Israel Warplanes Target Military Position Near Damascus

February 07, 2018

Israeli strikes inside Syria predate the civil war as far back as the Six-Day War in 1967, when Israel preemptively struck airfields in the country. The operation is another in a series of strikes conducted against Syria since 2011, many of which were aimed at preventing the transfer of advanced weaponry to the Hezbollah movement in Lebanon.

EPA's Pruitt: Global Warming May Be a Good Thing

February 07, 2018

Wheeler, who was first rumored to be tapped for the EPA last March, raised funds for Republican senators on the committee that makes the preliminary decision on confirming appointments to the agency. Baldwin, Nelson for reelection MORE (Del.), the committee's top Democrat. "I believe that members of this committee and members of the public deserve more clarity about whether the Trump administration will be guided by science and the law or by Mr.

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