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Teen Zagitova glides to women's figure skating gold

February 24, 2018

Russian skaters took the top two spots in women's figure skating Friday, with Alina Zagitova winning gold and Evgenia Medvedeva taking silver at the PyeongChang Olympics. "Obviously, it did have an influence, because I had two months less of practice and preparation than planned", Medvedeva noted. Medvedeva, a two-time world champion, and Zagitova actually finished with the same score in the free skate (156.65), with Medvedeva taking it on a tiebreaker.

Korean president to host Ivanka, US delegates in welcome dinner

February 24, 2018

On the menu is lotus root and pear salad, grilled soft tofu and bibimbap, "a food that mixes different ingredients evenly and symbolizes harmony", the Blue House said. North Korea denied having anything to do with the sinking. Speculation only grew after her departure, when local media reported that Kim Yo Jong was pregnant.

Alberta plane with four people on board reported missing in the US

February 24, 2018

The family says that the 65-year-old pilot, Bill Kaupp, was planning to fly his 28-year-old son Clint and their respective best friends west over Moab, before turning south to their destination of Albuquerque. "We have lost four unbelievable men". "In the future I will talk about how great the four people that we lost were to everyone that knew them, but for now we are going to grieve", the family said in a post on Facebook.

Lorde addresses those Jack Antonoff dating rumors

February 24, 2018

But while Lorde and Antonoff do admittedly look cozy in the photos , they're also well-documented friends; Antonoff even executive-produced the " Green Light " singer's most recent album, the Grammy-nominated Melodrama , released past year.

Florida Teen Shot in Both Legs Dismisses President Trump's Condolences

February 24, 2018

Samantha Fuentes was shot in both legs and has a piece of shrapnel lodged behind her right eye following the attack in Parkland, which left 17 students and teachers dead. Fuentes said that she did not feel reassured by Trump's remarks: "He didn't make me feel better in the slightest". "Everything I said was directly from the heart, and he had to write down 'I hear you , '" Mr Zeif said.

Sun Pharma gets 3 observations from USFDA for Halol plant

February 24, 2018

The warning letter blocked new product approval from that facility impacting the company's USA business. "While Halol is crucial for Sun Pharma's generic business going forward, it now contributes in the low single-digits to the overall top line", it added.The inspection was conducted between February 12 and 23, and Sun said it will address the issue and submit a reply to the drug regulator within a fortnight.

Rick Gates To Plead Guilty In Deal With Mueller

February 24, 2018

Manafort is charged with laundering and concealing $30 million that was obtained from offshore accounts, while Gates is charged with receiving and concealing $3 million from offshore accounts. As Gates was kept on house arrest, he frequently pleaded with U.S. District Court Judge Amy Berman Jackson for leniency to attend sporting events with his four children.

Japanese women claim final curling semifinal spot despite loss

February 24, 2018

Japan will play the Sochi bronze medalist team from Britain on Saturday night for third place. The tension built with every rock until ice-cool Kim settled in for her final shot and the arena fell silent, the only sound the stone rumbling across the ice.

Nissan launches autonomous taxi field test in Japan

February 24, 2018

The route covers a distance of 4.5 kilometers between Yokohama World Porters shopping center and the Nissan's global headquarters. The trial, which starts on March 5 and is being conducted by Nissan with mobile and online services operator DeNA, will gauge public reaction.

Stocks To Invest: Banco Santander (Brasil) SA (BSBR), GEO Group, Inc. (GEO)

February 24, 2018

Investors may be searching high and low for the next breakout victor in the stock market. The stock traded within a range of $6.90 and $7.03. Lowe's Companies, Inc. The normal reading of a stock will fall in the range of 30 to 70. Now we take an assessment of last twelve months period, where stock moved higher with performance of 31.99%.

Anthony Davis Plans To Decide On Future With Pelicans in 2021

February 24, 2018

Do the Pelican take the risk and offer Cousins a max deal in order to keep Davis happy or do they let him walk and try to use that money to build a better roster? It may or may not be a coincidence, but Davis' surge may be tied to a call he received from the rehabbing Cousins to be more aggressive in taking over games.

'SHS' School Threat Hoax Prompts Concerns in Pennsylvania, Around Country

February 24, 2018

Scottsdale police confirmed that the SHS threat many are seeing on social media, is not intended for Saguaro High School and is a hoax. School districts and law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania and across the country have addressed the "SHS" threat.

Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) Holdings Cut by SVA Plumb Wealth Management LLC

February 24, 2018

The Community Trust & Investment Co holds 96,392 shares with $21.74M value, up from 93,821 last quarter. Newbrook Capital Advisors Lp who had been investing in Constellation Brands Inc for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $42.22B market cap company.

Suspect in Akins High School threat identified

February 24, 2018

An arrest affidavit filed Friday says Navarro was a former student at Akins but was no longer enrolled because of a lack of attendance. The West Point Police Department said in a press release they were called to the high school Thursday morning in regards to a social media threat.

Belizean-flagged ship violating United Nations sanctions against North Korea

February 24, 2018

President Donald Trump went further, declaring in a speech Friday at the Conservative Political Action Conference that it was "the heaviest sanctions ever imposed on a country before". ROK would persuade the DPRK to start dialogue with the United States as soon as possible, and seek to advance denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula on the two wheels of the inter-Korea dialogue and DPRK-U.S.

Starkville Pride plans lawsuit against city after parade denied

February 24, 2018

A city in MS is facing a lawsuit - after banning an LGBT Pride event. She said as of now, she has an "extremely strong case". City leaders in a MS college town have denied a request to host the city's first Pride Parade. However, the university plans to evaluate any requests with the same criteria as all organization requests. She also represented plaintiffs who challenged Mississippi's ban on same-sex marriage.

Strikes Hit Syria's Ghouta For Fifth Day As UN Pleads For Cease-Fire

February 24, 2018

The vote comes as warplanes pounded eastern Ghouta , the last rebel enclave near Syria's capital, for a sixth day in a row. Russian Federation had called for the emergency meeting to discuss what is being considered the most vicious string of airstrikes in the seven years of the civil war.

New H-1B Visa Rules: TCS, Infosys To Be Hit

February 24, 2018

As per the new policy, companies will have to prove that their H-1B employee at a third-party site has specific and non-qualifying speculative assignments in a speciality occupation. Immigration lawyers, though, had a different view on the impact. Silicon Valley companies, long dependent on skilled foreign workers to fuel their growth, began bracing for changes to immigration policy as soon as Trump was elected.

BJP MLA booked for violating poll code ahead of bye — Madhya Pradesh

February 24, 2018

He said police got information that the MLA was campaigning in Mungaoli town in his SUV. The police official said FIR has been registered against the MLA for violating the model code of conduct. Talking to media, Tilak Singh, Superintendent of Police, Ashoknagar, said, "We received info that BJP MLA Shailendra Jain was seen near a temple in Mungaoli".

'Good for Britain' if I was prime minister: EU's Jean Claude Juncker

February 24, 2018

The EU commission president made the remark at an informal meeting of the EU heads of government today (Friday). The EU 27 will be left with a hole in its annual budget of between 12 and 15 billion euros (RM58 billion to RM74 billion) by the departure of the United Kingdom, which is a net contributor, according to the European Commission.

Analyst Stock Recommendations For The Trade Desk, Inc. (TTD), Innoviva, Inc. (INVA)

February 24, 2018

The shares were sold at an average price of $50.04, for a total value of $287,279.64. The Trade Desk , Inc. Jefferies Group reiterated a "buy" rating and set a $63.00 price target on shares of Trade Desk in a research note on Friday, November 10th.

FL shooting father: 'I was on a mission' at Trump meeting

February 24, 2018

Trump has been proposing a growing list of ideas, including more stringent background checks for gun buyers, reopening some mental institutions to hold potential killers and banning " bump stock " devices that allow semi-automatic rifles to mimic machine guns.

Grand Jury Returns New Charges Against Former Trump Campaign Chairman Manafort

February 24, 2018

In 2012 and 2013, the two used at least four offshore accounts to wire more than 2 million euros to the group of former politicians. Manafort created the "Hapsburg group" for the former politicians to appear to provide independent assessment of Ukrainian government actions.

Robert Mueller files new fraud charges against Paul Manafort

February 24, 2018

Both had already faced the prospect of at least a decade in prison if convicted at trial. Both have pleaded not guilty. Mueller, appointed by the Department of Justice previous year to investigate Russia's role in the election and possible collusion by the Trump campaign, has a broad brief that allows him to look into any wrongdoing uncovered in the course of his probe, including possible obstruction of justice.

Ivanka Trump is headed to 2018 Winter Olympics

February 24, 2018

North Korea has denied any involvement in the sinking. There are no indications that Ivanka Trump will meet Kim Yong Chol, vice chairman of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party Central Committee, who is to lead the North's delegation to the closing ceremony.

Act East policy will be made a reality, says PM Modi

February 24, 2018

The Naga "political issue", will be resolved soon, Modi said. But they were unable to build the required number of houses, " Modi said. He said Rs 10,000 crore will be spent on roads in Meghalaya and improved connectivity will change the face of the State."We have planned to spend around Rs 180 crore for building of the new Shillong airport".

Syria war: Russia says no agreement on ceasefire resolution

February 24, 2018

Russian Federation is sending its newest warplanes to support the offensive of pro-Assad forces against rebels in the Eastern Ghouta and Homs regions. Eastern Ghouta near Damascus has witnessed renewed violence in the past few days, where terrorists have mounted repeated mortar attacks on the Syrian capital in the face of an imminent rout.

Stephen Colbert Explains That Marco Rubio 'Cannot Read The Room'

February 24, 2018

Then Noah related the moment to the "Me Too" movement: "It reminded me of the reaction that a lot of men had to the "Me Too" movement, you know, when people were like, 'If we carry on like this, we're going to live in a world where men can't even hit on their female staff".

Saudi authority to invest $64bn in entertainment

February 24, 2018

The kingdom has been relaxing its decades-old restrictions on entertainment and fun, as part of a wider effort spearheaded by the young crown prince to boost the economy and increase household spending domestically. Behind Khatib, a screen teased the names of worldwide acts like Maroon 5, Andrea Bocelli and Cirque du Soleil. Meanwhile concerts and Comic-Con popular festival and a mixed-gender national day celebration saw people dancing in the streets to thumping electronic music for the ...

Duke, NC State, UNC named in college hoops investigation

February 24, 2018

Former N.C. State player Dennis Smith Jr . was listed on an ASM Sports agency balance sheet under the subheading "Loan to Players". Yahoo obtained documents from NBA agency ASM Sports that appear to show payouts to current and former college basketball players , their families, handlers, and programs.

Two young brothers die after hit-and-run in Coventry

February 24, 2018

A 22-year-old man and a 41-year-old woman have been arrested. A black Ford Focus was found abandoned a short time later nearby. The road remains closed while emergency services are at the scene. "Unfortunately, shortly after arrival at hospital it became apparent nothing could be done to save one of the boys and he was confirmed deceased". Police in the United Kingdom have sadly confirmed that a six year old boy involved in a hit and run incident in Coventry, has sadly passed away in ...

West Virginia teachers continue walkout over pay, benefits

February 24, 2018

Randolph said in an interview. Only Mississippi, Oklahoma and South Dakota sat below it in the rankings, which included 50 states and the District. According to a statement from AFT-West Virginia, West Virginia Education Association and the West Virginia School Service Personnel Association, the two-day teacher walkout this week will expand into next week.

Narendra Modi welcomes Justin Trudeau at Rashtrapati Bhavan

February 24, 2018

Despite all of that, however, Trudeau was sticking to his message-track guns. "India gives paramount importance to the strategic partnership with Canada", added Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) spearhead. Arguably the most good-looking prime minister in the world, Trudeau is now being trolled on social media for repeatedly donning Indian traditional wear and looking like an overdressed Indian groom.

Purchases New Holdings in Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)

February 24, 2018

Joho Capital Llc who had been investing in Alibaba Group Hldg Ltd for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $484.30B market cap company. The firm has "Buy" rating by KeyBanc Capital Markets given on Thursday, October 19. Westside Investment Management Inc. now owns 5,393 shares of the specialty retailer's stock worth $982,000 after acquiring an additional 289 shares during the last quarter.

Workers fired after serving 'Black History Month' meal to students

February 24, 2018

Since the apology, the terminations and the story getting attention from news outlets outside of the university, the Governance Council of Minority and Marginalized Students (GCOMMS), the Black & Brown Coalition and the Black Student Union has released a joint statement addressing what happened.

Reduces Stake in Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP)

February 24, 2018

Fundsmith LLP now owns 5,176,340 shares of the business services provider's stock worth $530,368,000 after acquiring an additional 1,164,972 shares in the last quarter. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 8.3% on a year-over-year basis. analysts predict that Automatic Data Processing will post 4.17 EPS for the current year.

Koreas to hold talks on Pyongyang's Paralympics participation

February 24, 2018

The ministry said it made the proposal on Tuesday. North Korea sent a large delegation of athletes, coaches, support staff and cheerleaders to the Games, including North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister, Kim Yo Jong. In a separate move, North Korea said Thursday that it will send a high-raking delegation led by Kim Yong Chol, the head of the North Korean ruling party's United Front Department, to Sunday's closing ceremony of the Olympics.

A Look into Interfor Corp (IFP.TO) as Shares Move 0.24

February 24, 2018

It has underperformed by 16.70% the S&P500. The company has market cap of $3.37 billion. The Engineered Support Structures segment makes and distributes engineered metal, wood, and composite structures and components for the lighting and traffic, wireless communication, and roadway safety industries.

Louisiana school bars student who said math symbol looks like gun

February 24, 2018

Police searched that student's home but found no guns or evidence that the student meant to commit a crime. Subsequently, authorities conducted a full investigation and searched the student's home, but concluded there was no evidence that suggested the high-schooler had any intent to cause harm to students or faculty.

Trump Says He Advocates Arming Only Teachers With Special Training

February 24, 2018

I want control on them". In the meeting he suggests that schools without guns inside of them are set up for attacks, and teachers with guns could avoid such tragic devastation if equipped with a firearm. "A teacher would have shot the hell out of him before he knew what happened", said Trump, referring to the gunman who killed 17 students and faculty at a Florida high school on February 14.

Evidence of Prophet Isaiah's Existence Discovered in Jerusalem

February 24, 2018

The seals were found in Iron Age garbage pits, originally located outside the wall. While the dating remains controversial, Prof. However, Mazar said the mark is slightly damaged, so the finding may be incomplete, LiveScience reported . "But no aleph is legible on this bulla, and so that reading can not be confirmed at all", he says. "Rollston also pointed to the fact that the Bible commonly refers to "the prophet" rather than simply "prophet", casting further doubt on the archaeologists" ...

Ukrainian Railways, General Electric sign $1 billion contract on procuring locomotives

February 23, 2018

As part of the agreement, Ukraine should create a base for the long-term maintenance of GE diesel locomotives and modernize 75 locomotives from the current park of Ukrzaliznytsia. "This deal demonstrates our expanding global customer base and is a promising step forward in our relationship with Ukrainian Railways, which can serve as a catalyst in attracting worldwide financing and accelerating economic growth in Ukraine", said Rafael Santana, President & CEO of GE Transportation.

European Union leaders push for ceasefire in Syria's Eastern Ghouta

February 24, 2018

The vote on the resolution, drafted by Sweden and Kuwait, had originally been scheduled for 11am local time (16:00 GMT) on Friday. U.N. Security Council members were due to vote at 11 a.m.in NY, but delayed until at least 2:30 p.m.as they tried to find consensus.

United Kingdom finance minister says government Brexit talks 'constructive'

February 24, 2018

Jacob Rees-Mogg, who chairs the European Research Group of backbench Tory Eurosceptics, warned Prime Minister Theresa May against allowing EU citizens arriving in Britain during the post-Brexit transition period to remain in the country under current free movement rules, arguing it would be "unconscionable".

Vehicle struck security barrier near White House: Secret Service

February 24, 2018

The White House is on lockdown. The woman was driving what the Secret Service described as a "passenger vehicle", and images from the scene appeared to show a white minivan stopped near a security booth. US President Donald Trump is now hosting Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull at the White House. 2 NEWS is working to learn more about this developing story.

Tisha Campbell-Martin Files for Divorce After 21 Years of Marriage

February 24, 2018

The couple, who Wednesday back in 1996, share two sons- Xen, 16 and Ezekiel 8. The Martin star, 49, shared the news in a statement , revealing that after more than 20 years together, she has chose to end her marriage to Duane, 52. Looks like water under the bridge now, though, and as Lawrence says. "Within life there's always new beginnings and there's always change and there's always new plateaus, so we'll see what's happening", added Arnold, 48.

'Nashville' Back For Final Run on CMT June 7

February 24, 2018

Watch a promo for the beginning of the end below. Clare Brown, Chris Carmack, Kaitlin Doubleday , Jonathan Jackson , Sam Palladio , Maisy Stella and Lennon Stella also star in the series produced by Lionsgate and Opry Entertainment. Per the official character description, Gideo is a "recently reformed lifelong alcoholic" and "crusty, frustrated, would-be musician" who'll enter the action as he tries to fix his relationship with his son.

Deadly blasts rock Somalia after months of relative calm

February 23, 2018

Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack on its Andalus radio station. "We carried at least 18 dead people and 20 other wounded people", Abdukadir Abdirahman, the head of Mogadishu's Amin ambulance service, told local media. Minutes later, another auto bomb hit a checkpoint about 300 meters from Somalia's presidential palace. Security forces are searching for a fifth injured militant believed to be holed up in a nearby building.

WH trying to keep Kushner involved on sensitive issues without Trump's intervention

February 23, 2018

Kelly set a Friday deadline for halting access to top-secret information for those operating with interim clearances. "As I told Jared days ago, I have full confidence in his ability to continue performing his duties in his foreign policy portfolio including overseeing our Israeli-Palestinian peace effort and serving as an integral part of our relationship with Mexico", Kelly said.

New charges brought against ex-Trump campaign associates

February 23, 2018

The new indictment accuses Manafort and Gates of doctoring documents to inflate the income of their businesses and then using those fraudulent documents to obtain loans. Dana Rohrabacher , R-Calif., on that date as part of an effort on behalf of Ukrainian interests. It alleges that Gates paid for personal expenses, his children's tuition and interior decorating with the money from the offshore accounts.

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