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Butch Jones image finally removed from Neyland Stadium

March 06, 2018

It's been almost four months since Butch Jones was sacked as Tennessee's head football coach. Until Monday, the images were of Jones, Robert Neyland and Reggie White. Jones was sacked on November 12, a day after the Vols fell to 4-6 overall and 0-6 in SEC play. Crews are using a winched platform suspended from the side of the video board to replace the image.

Snowboard showed California avalanche rescuers the way

March 06, 2018

Mammoth extends a honest thank you to all the guests, employees, and other first responders who immediately responded to the scene, as well as to the Mono County Sheriff's Office, Mammoth Lakes Police Department, Mammoth Lakes Fire Department, Mono County Search and Rescue, Mono County Paramedics, California Highway Patrol, Mammoth Lakes CERT and Inyo County Search and Rescue, all of whom assisted with an overwhelming response.

Law & Order: SVU: Stephanie March returning as guest star

March 06, 2018

Stephanie March will return to the long-running NBC drama as Alexandra Cabot, a character she originated in season two of SVU , in April. According to a synopsis for Stephanie March's special guest appearance, she and Mariska Hargitay's Lt.

Two people critical in Salisbury Hospital after exposure to 'unknown substance'

March 06, 2018

Officials have warned that inhaling even a few particles can be lethal. Wiltshire Police said officers were alerted to concerns about the welfare of a man and woman at The Maltings in Salisbury on Sunday afternoon. Those with routine appointments should still attend, the hospital said, unless it had been in touch. "However, patients are advised that our Accident and Emergency department is still extremely busy and as a outcome we remain in major incident.

The Globeflex Capital LP Trims Holdings in Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co (GT)

March 06, 2018

The company has a market cap of $1,648.39, a PE ratio of 18.23 and a beta of 0.38. Psagot Investment House Ltd. now owns 10,700 shares of the company's stock worth $356,000 after purchasing an additional 8,100 shares in the last quarter. Since September 25, 2017, it had 0 insider buys, and 6 insider sales for $6.90 million activity. ValuEngine upgraded shares of Cooper Tire & Rubber from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating in a report on Thursday, November 30th.

Italian ruling center-left Democrats declare defeat in national elections

March 06, 2018

A centre-left coalition led by the Democratic Party was projected to score just 23.1%, after the main right-wing alliance at 35.5% and the anti-establishment Five Star Movement at 32.5%. On Monday in Florence, an Italian man was arrested after he shot to death an African street vendor. For the 630-seat Chamber of Deputies 3,901 candidates are in the race, while for the 315-seat Senate of the Republic 1,958 candidates are competing.

CNNPolitics: Little girl awestruck by Michelle Obama's portrait believes she's 'a queen

March 06, 2018

She said she thinks about what the portrait might mean to people who see it, 'particularly girls and girls of color, who, in years ahead, will come to this place and they will look up and they will see an image of someone who looks like them hanging on the wall of this great American institution'.

I-94 Closed Near Moorhead After Officer-Involved Shooting

March 06, 2018

She was found with a gunshot wound and taken to Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota. A gun was recovered at the scene. The State Patrol says no troopers were injured in the incident. Valley News Live has confirmed a large police presence near I-94 and Hwy. Westbound traffic on I-94 was being rerouted at exit 15 near Downer, Minn.

State Dept. Hasn't Spent $120 Million Designated For Blocking Russia Meddling

March 06, 2018

That money will reportedly be transferred to the State Department and it's Global Engagement Center in April, which will counter Russian meddling efforts with anti-propaganda counter-attacks. The departments then spent another five months arguing about how much the State Department should receive. Rather than carrying out the State Department's mission, Tillerson seems intent on shirking it by "leaving a significant part of its budget unused and hundreds of important decisions unmade".

Endangered Sumatran tiger disemboweled, hung for attacking Indonesian locals

March 05, 2018

According to activists, as reported by Reuters, the tiger had been identified as wandering in the village of Mandailing Natal for a month and injuring a man. Villagers surrounded the animals and plunged spears repeatedly into the tiger's abdomen. There are only about 400 Sumatran tigers left in the world.

2 dead, 8 injured in Bronx apartment fire: FDNY

March 05, 2018

Two men died at St. Barnabas Hopspital. Two men were pronounced dead at the hospital, two women are now in critical condition and the seven other people are in stable condition, according to police. Fire Marshalls were trying to determine how the fire started, but initially said it did not appear to be suspicious. Three firefighters were injured while tackling the blaze, but are expected to recover.

Slayer final tour adds SA tour date

March 06, 2018

Influential punk-thrash band Slayer will join Lamb of God , Anthrax , Testament and Napalm Death for an August 13 performance at the Walmart AMP as part of the 2018 Cox Concert Series. On January 22, 2018, Slayer announced that it would do one last concert tour around the globe to thank their fans for all of their support over the years, for making the last three-and-a-half decades so packed with good times and unforgettable experiences, and then move on.

Trump Org use of president's seal for golf courses may be illegal

March 06, 2018

Eagle Sign and Design did not comment about who placed the order, only that the design had been confirmed with the client. The company's Facebook page has an album created 12 days ago described as "Trump International Golf Course" but as of Monday morning it did not publicly show any photos.

Bank Of Montreal Stake In Canadian Natl Ry Co (CNI) Was Lifted

March 06, 2018

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (NYSE:CP) has risen 21.39% since March 3, 2017 and is uptrending. The institutional investor held 34,214 shares of the technology company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $2.07M, up from 18,394 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Seldom seen shipwreck re-emerges from York beach sands

March 06, 2018

The shipwreck, believed to be more than 160 years old, resurfaced on Short Sands Beach Monday morning. The shipwreck was previously seen after major storms rolled through the region. The Maine Historic Preservation Commission has kept an eye on the shipwreck for years now, Smith said, and determined some of its wood species in 2007 as balsam fir, yellow birch, beech, red pine, and white oak.

Part of roof collapses at China's Nanchang Changbei airport amid strong winds

March 05, 2018

No one was injured or killed in the incident, according to the Weibo account of the Jiangxi Airports Group Company. The wind speed on that day reportedly exceeded 30 metres per second. "It was pretty scary". In another video filmed from inside the airport, screams could be heard from travellers, who ran away in shock. The airport has been serving people in Nanchang since 1996 and, according to China News Service, had more than 10.9 million passengers through its doors previous year.

Sattar accuses PPP of squaring party MPAs to secure Senate seats

March 05, 2018

Speaking to media representatives during a press conference outside the Sindh Assembly, the senior MQM-P leader said it was the PPP's hobby to indulge in horse-trading for their own benefit. After backdoor contacts, Dr Sattar and Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui of the Bahadurabad-group announced the names of their five candidates, who will be contesting the elections from the MQM platform.

China Boosts Spending to Bolster Military Capabilities

March 06, 2018

Though China announced its military spending at about $150.5 billion previous year, observers say it is considerably higher, considering it is now building two more aircraft carriers in addition to the one already in service as well as addition of new jet fighters, including stealth fighter J-20.

De Blasio to name new schools chancellor after disaster with first pick

March 06, 2018

Carranza, 51, is the grandson of Mexican immigrants who taught bilingual social studies and music in Tuscon before becoming a regional superintendent in Las Vegas. The announcement came just days after Carvalho, the Miami schools boss, reneged on a deal that would have brought him to New York City to replace the retiring Carmen Fariña.

Michael Cohen's Bank Reported Stormy Daniels Payment To Treasury Dept.

March 06, 2018

An LLC that Cohen established used First Republic Bank to pay Clifford in order to keep an alleged sexual encounter between her and Trump under wraps; First Republic later reported the payment to the Treasury Department, one unnamed person with knowledge of the matter told the Journal.

Obasanjo lists regrets at 81

March 05, 2018

The party described him as an outstanding nationalist; a courageous and dedicated leader, who has made immeasurable sacrifices towards the development, stability and growth of the nation. " There is no doubting the fact that as an elder statesman, Baba loves his country well and wants the best for her ". There's no way history of our nation Nigeria and the continent of Africa would be written without the prominent mention of Baba.

Oklahoma is nation's 4th-worst state for women

March 05, 2018

MA is the second-best state for women, according to a new report from WalletHub. The top five states tended to particularly stand out in terms of high women's life expectancy, low female unemployment, and a high high school graduation rate for women.

Two Children Killed in Brooklyn After Being Hit by vehicle

March 05, 2018

The incident happened at Ninth Street and Fifth Avenue in Park Slope around 12:40 p.m., according to FDNY. They were rushed to Methodist Hospital, but the two children could not be saved. A mangled stroller could be seen on the ground just behind the white vehicle. The driver was put in cuffs and taken off for toxicology tests, sources said.

Bbva Compass Bancshares Inc. Has $367000 Holdings in CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)

March 05, 2018

A number of equities research analysts have weighed in on the company. It closed at $4.35 lastly. DCP MIDSTREAM LP (NYSE:DPM) has 0.00% since March 5, 2017 and is. (NASDAQ:CSGP). 39,427 were reported by Prudential Finance. Massachusetts Financial Services Ma invested 0.01% in CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:FB). First City Mngmt invested in 0.2% or 1,675 shares.

Max Pacioretty: Out 4-6 weeks

March 05, 2018

Both player picked up their respective injuries against the New York Islanders on March 2, with the pair exiting that game early. He was the subject of trade rumors ahead of the February 26 trade deadline but denied reports last week that he requested a deal to a new team.

Niger attack video released by IS shows group's 'depravity', says Pentagon

March 05, 2018

Most of the footage featured in the nine-minute video, entitled, "Assault of the Brave Against the Army of the Americans: the Battle of Tongo Tongo", was retrieved by the jihadis from a camera on the combat gear of the dead Green Berets, giving a grim look into the last moments of the elite troops as they attempted to fend off the assault, killing as many as 21 militants believed to be members of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara.

Daycare Workers Charged With Giving Laced Gummy Bears To Toddlers

March 05, 2018

The management at Kiddie Junction cooperated with police officers, who said they were helpful. Christopher Mierzwa said an employee whistleblower alerted management to the situation Friday, leading the daycare to call police. After the employees were taken into custody, they said they didn't think there was anything wrong with giving the kids melatonin because it's an over-the-counter supplement, he said.

Curfew imposed in central Sri Lanka after mobs burn property

March 05, 2018

Gunasekara said clashes had erupted in the city's Digana town on Sunday night after a 41-year-old man succumbed to injuries at a hospital after being attacked by a group of people over an incident involving two vehicles on February 22. Security was beefed up across Kandy district. The clashes were triggered by racial violence. The government said in a statement that police were put on alert to prevent the violence from spreading and asked the people to "act with responsibility and remain ...

Bill would outlaw conversion therapy in WA

March 05, 2018

House amendments to Bill 5722 were approved by the state's Senate Saturday, and the legislation will now make its way to the office of Governor Jay Inslee for its final approval, the Associated Press reported . "We thank the state legislators who voted to protect young Washingtonians from this inhumane practice". A growing number of municipalities have also enacted similar protections, including cities and counties in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington, Florida, New York, and Arizona.

Xi on pedestal, China meet begins

March 05, 2018

The White House did not respond Saturday to TPM's request for comment on Trump's remark. USA presidents, by tradition, served a maximum of two, four-year terms, until President Franklin Roosevelt was elected a record four times, starting in 1932.

Houston party-goer dons bulletproof vest, gets fatally shot

March 05, 2018

Mark Hollbrook says while it's unusual for people to put on body armor and play with guns at a party, "these things happen sometimes". Detective Holbrook adds, "We haven't done any forensics yet to know if the bullet went through the vest, skipped it or missed the panel or something like that".

Old Shipwreck Resurfaces On Maine Beach After Nor'easter

March 05, 2018

On one of those rare occasions when the ship was uncovered in the 1980s, marine archaeologist Warren Riess examined the remains and judged that the ship was probably built in the late-18th century, around the time of the Revolutionary War, based off its design and location.

Powerball, Mega Millions Jackpots Total Over $600 Million

March 05, 2018

Saturday's winning numbers were 13 - 17 - 25 - 36 - 40 Powerball: 5. $50,000 Triple Diamonds: This $2 ticket has a top prize of $50,000 and more than $7 million in total prizes available. Wednesday night's Powerball drawing will be the 17th since the jackpot was last hit January 6, when a $559.7 million jackpot was won on a ticket sold in New Hampshire.

Vero Beach murder suspect believed to be in Broward County

March 05, 2018

Authorities have issued a "be on the lookout" alert for Torres, who is believed to be driving a gray Nissan 350Z with license plate No. EGIX72. Vicky Torres was killed Sunday morning and deputies had been looking for her husband as a person of interest in her death .

Deeply distressed by killing of civilians in Shopian: Mehbooba Mufti

March 05, 2018

The bodies of the other three civilians were found in another auto near the place of the encounter . Srinagar-Chief Minister Mufti on Monday said that the civilians killed in Shopian were caught in cross firing even as she expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased.

Greencore Group (GNCGY) Raised to "Buy" at ValuEngine

March 05, 2018

It has underperformed by 28.12% the S&P500. Berenberg Bank lowered their price objective on Greencore Group from GBX 340 ($4.70) to GBX 305 ($4.21) and set a "buy" rating on the stock in a report on Monday, December 11th. Greencore Group (GNC) traded down GBX 2.95 ($0.04) during mid-day trading on Friday, reaching GBX 185.05 ($2.56). The stock of Hastings Group Holdings plc (LON: HSTG ) has "Buy" rating given on Tuesday, July 5 by Peel Hunt.

Zimbabwe: Legislator resigns in protest over Mugabe's ouster

March 05, 2018

It is reported Mutinhiri, together with some G40 allies sent packing when the military seized control of government forcing Mugabe to resign November past year, have since met Mugabe at his Blue Roof private residence to plot a challenge against incumbent President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

TODAY'S FORECAST: Mostly cloudy, chance of isolated snow showers

March 05, 2018

North wind 14 to 16 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 26 miles per hour. Tomorrow night: Mostly clear. Tuesday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 46. A west wind of 16 to 22 miles per hour gusting as high as 33 miles per hour will add to fire danger from dry grasses and low humidity today as temperatures reach a high near 56, according to the National Weather Service .

Notification for election of lone RS member issued

March 05, 2018

Swamy will expire on April 3 necessitating the election in Odisha. Even as there is a long list of aspirants for a Rajya Sabha berth, there is speculation whether any of the three MPs will get renomination. As per the notification issued by Returning Officer Rajesh Patil, the last date of filling of nomination is on March 12 while candidates can file their papers between 11 am and 3 pm from today.

Man wanted in Fargo homicide investigation has been located

March 05, 2018

However, the department has found a third man they were looking for, a potential witness; 45-year-old David Williams. Police Chief Dave Todd says a man called Red River Regional Dispatch from a Holiday gas station to report that he'd been in a physical altercation earlier that morning that resulted in another man's death.

Aid charity summit attempts to restore trust

March 05, 2018

Oxfam has been rocked by allegations that seven employees used prostitutes on the charity's property while working in Haiti after the 2010 quake that devastated the country. Attendees at the London event have been asked to find a way "staff can be properly vetted and monitored as they move between organisations and countries" and come up with measures to support and protect whistleblowers and survivors of exploitation or abuse.

Morgan Stanley Increases Newell Brands (NYSE:NWL) Price Target to $27.00

March 05, 2018

About 44,851 shares traded or 4.24% up from the average. Newell Brands Inc. (NYSE: NWL ) has a 20-Day average volume of 11.94 Million. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board decreased its stake in Newell Brands Inc Com (NWL) by 93.64% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Lawrence leads No. 25 Mercer women to SoCon title game

March 05, 2018

The Bucs never threatened again as Mercer outscored the Bucs 14-12 in the final period. "I knew that, in order for us to win this game, I had to continue to play well and provide things for my team that I knew they needed". The fourth quarter was mostly a back-and-forth affair. Mercer had their work cut out for them by halftime. This year the Bears finished what they started.

Attorneys for Michelle Carter appeal involuntary manslaughter conviction to SJC

March 05, 2018

The defense cites six reasons for direct appellate review, including that the trial judge improperly convicted Carter of a type of involuntary manslaughter for which the grand jury did not indict her - failure to act; a conviction based on words alone is vague; and the trial judge "erroneously excluded expert evidence on adolescent psychology", according to court documents.

IPFT supremo voices for indigenous CM; Oath taking ceremony on March 8

March 05, 2018

In all likelihood, Biplab Kumar Deb, the BJP chief in Tripura, will be sworn in as the next chief-minister of the State. Deepening fissures within the BJP-IPFT alliance, Indigenous People's Front of Tripura chief N C Debbarma on Monday said his party will support the new government from outside if it was not given "respectable" positions in the ministry.

Nagaland: NDPP, BJP and others elect Neiphiu Rio as their leader

March 05, 2018

The Janata Dal United (JD-U), which is a National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partner and has won one seat in the state, has already pledged its support to Rio, and so has the sole Independent MLA. NPF, on the other hand, has 26 members and along with pre-poll partner, NPP claimed 28. Acharya said he told Zeliang about JD (U) legislator submitting letter of support to Rio on Sunday morning.

Prosecutors urge convicted Pennsylvania mayor to resign

March 05, 2018

The verdict forces Pawlowski out as mayor of Pennsylvania's third-largest city. "This type of behavior is not acceptable". A co-defendant, lawyer Scott Allinson, was convicted of bribing Pawlowski for legal work for his firm. Meanwhile, McMahon argued soliciting campaign contributions from government contractors as a politician is not uncommon. A date has not yet been set for Pawlowski's sentencing, but the Democratic mayor who has been in office for since 2006 will be free on bail until ...

United Nations says Syrian regime not allowing aid convoy to enter Eastern Ghouta

March 05, 2018

Regime-backer Russian Federation on Monday ordered a daily "humanitarian pause" of the enclave and said it was guaranteeing civilians safe passage to flee. The TV presenter said government fliers have been dropped in eastern Ghouta indicating to civilians the route to the corridor and how to proceed if they want to leave the area.

Utica College on lockdown following threat

March 05, 2018

A post on the school's social media sites say the threat is credible. The school is asking students to stay in place. Armed, uniformed police officers have responded to the campus, and will be clearing buildings "as soon as possible", campus officials tweeted at 12:15 p.m.

Now, Moscow says US trying to interfere in Russian presidential election

March 05, 2018

Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told Russian news agency RIA that the U.S. sought to create chaos and claimed that US-imposed sanctions were meant to destabilize the country without offering any evidence to back up his assertions, Reuters reported.

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