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Baby Boy Dies After Carbon Monoxide Leak

March 19, 2018

A carbon monoxide leak is blamed for the death of a 10-month old boy in Barrie. The woman and the girl were taken to a Toronto-area hospital. There was no immediate update on the condition of the mother and her children in hospital. Firefighters responded to the home for a medical call Sunday morning after the father returned from work, discovered what was happening and called 911.

Abu Dhabi awards France's Total stakes in oil concessions

March 19, 2018

Total is granted a 20% participating interest in the new Umm Shaif & Nasr concession and 5% in the Lower Zakum concession, effective March 9th, 2018, for a total participation fee of USD1.45 billion, which represents an access cost of around 1 dollar per barrel of reserves.

Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) Gapping Down Ahead of the Open

March 19, 2018

The institutional investor held 230,493 shares of the technology company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $12.01M, down from 243,073 at the end of the previous reported quarter. Shares for $6.44 million were sold by Salehpour Ali on Friday, December 29. Nomura restated a "buy" rating and issued a $65.00 price target (up previously from $55.00) on shares of Applied Materials in a research report on Tuesday, November 21st.

Loyola Returns To Chicago, Preps For Sweet Sixteen

March 19, 2018

The small Catholic college in the heart of Chicago will play the Cincinnati-Nevada victor in the regional semifinals Thursday in Atlanta. Ramblers guard Clayton Custer took the inbounds pass with Bone guarding him closely and drove to the edge of the lane before stopping, twisting, and turning in mid-air as he shot.

Purchases Shares of 50300 Cooper Tire & Rubber Co (CTB)

March 19, 2018

Cooper Tire & Rubber's dividend payout ratio is 23.60%. The stock increased 1.71% or $0.48 during the last trading session, reaching $28.51. About 1.03 million shares traded or 41.07% up from the average. Its up 0.24, from 0.81 in 2017Q2. Want to see what other hedge funds are holding CTB? 125 funds opened positions while 344 raised stakes. Evanston Invests Dba Evanston Advsr, a Illinois-based fund reported 237,598 shares.

Hero 9/11 Ferry Captain Dies of Cancer

March 19, 2018

A New York City firefighter who helped evacuate hundreds of people during the September 11 terror attack has died of cancer. Phelan died on Friday, authorities said, one of the thousands of victims of cancer linked to the 9/11 attack. Mark Farfel, director of the World Trade Center Health Registry, said: 'Many people don't connect the symptoms they have today to September 11'. Phelan played a key role in evacuating hundreds of people on 9/11.

The Realty Income (NYSE:O) Releases FY18 Earnings Guidance

March 19, 2018

As per Thursday, July 13, the company rating was upgraded by UBS. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Friday, March 31 by RBC Capital Markets. While Shares of Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE: DRE ) constructed a change of 1.08% and closed at $26.13.

John Oliver Wants Your Help Telling Mike Pence To 'Go F**k Himself'

March 19, 2018

So good, in fact, that Oliver made a decision to create his own kids' book about Marlon, titled A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo . Oliver announced his book toward the end of a segment in which he skewered Vice President Pence's social conservatism, especially, the host said, "his hostility to LGBT rights" and his record of not being "a friend to the gay community.' " Oliver also noted that the Pence book tour includes a Colorado stop at the Focus on the Family organization, which, the ...

Veerappa Moily's tweet puts Congress in a bad spot

March 19, 2018

A senior Congress leader in the party accepted that there is internal bickering in the party. He even denied having knowledge about his son tweeting the exact message from his Twitter handle. Veerappa Moily , whose tweet alleging money power in the selection of candidates for the Assembly elections had embarrassed the party. "Neither me nor my dad are on social media", Harsha Moily told News18.

Chinese FM to be key negotiator in boundary talks with India

March 19, 2018

Wei Fenghe, who already sits on the Central Military Commission which runs China's armed forces, has been nominated for defence minister, while Chen Wenqing will retain his job as minister of state security. China and India by far have held 20 rounds of talks on their 3,448-km disputed border. During the Dokalam stand-off, Wang had claimed that India "admitted" to entering Chinese territory and said the solution to the standoff was for its troops to "conscientiously withdraw" from the Doklam ...

Poroshenko comments on Russian presidential election in occupied Crimea

March 19, 2018

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) observers said that the election was organized in accordance with the principles of openness and transparency. Russian citizens overseas will also have an opportunity to cast their ballots in the Russian presidential election Sunday, in 400 polling stations in 145 countries, including Israel, Abkhazia, Belarus, Germany, Greece, Spain and Uzbekistan.

Jared Kushner's Company Reportedly Filed False Documents with NYC

March 19, 2018

Kushner Cos . sold the buildings two years later for almost double the price it paid to buy them, the AP reported. However, the company "routinely" filed false paperwork saying buildings had no-rent regulated tenants, AP reported. New York City Council member Ritchie Torres now plans to investigate the false documents, and has accused the company of weaponizing construction against tenants.

Snow and ice warnings in place for Saturday and Sunday

March 19, 2018

The Met Office yellow weather alert is in force until 10am, after more snow fell on Sunday evening, coupled with freezing temperatures. Why is it turning colder again? High pressure over Scandinavia is the reason for the return of the cold conditions, as temperatures dropped to around -3 °C overnight.

Chengannur bypoll: BJP seeks KM Mani's support

March 19, 2018

On Saturday, a party delegation-led by PK Krishnadas met KM Mani at his residence in Pala and invited him to join NDA. Meantime, Kerala Congress has not chose to support whom in Chenganoor. However, their votes are insignificant as the LDF candidate is sure of winning. The decision about the stand to be taken in the Chengannur bypoll is likely to be postponed as the poll date is yet to be declared.

Kerala: Woman beats 90-year-old grandmother; case registered

March 19, 2018

Ninety-year-old Kalyani Amma would wail loudly and sob as her 39-year-old granddaughter, Deepa, would beat her up, sometimes in full public view. The neighbours have revealed that Deepa assaulting Kalyani Amma was a usual occurrence. The police intervened on Monday morning, after the assault visuals were circulated on social media. A complaint against the accused was filed earlier, however, the police could not proceed due to lack of evidence then.

Maryland I-270 pileup involving 20 vehicles leaves multiple injured

March 19, 2018

Authorities remain on the scene of a serious, multi-vehicle pileup outside Washington, D.C. It happened at 5:20 a.m. Monday on I-270 South in Montgomery County, Maryland. Police are asking for drivers to avoid the area on southbound 270 at Middlebrook Rd/Exit 13. The spokesman for the Montgomery County Fire Department stated that at least two dozen patients are being evaluated now; some had already been transported to hospitals, including "several traumas" so far.

Vladimir Putin casts his vote in Russian presidential poll

March 19, 2018

The eight presidential candidates were barred from campaigning Sunday, but much-loved entertainers appealed to voters in a televised message aired throughout the day to fulfill their civic duty and go to the polls. Russian authorities sought to ensure a large turnout to bolster the image that Mr Putin's so-called "managed democracy" is robust and offers Russians true choices.

Vladimir Putin re-elected Russian president

March 19, 2018

In Moscow alone, authorities are spending 50 million rubles ($870,000) on balloons and festive decorations at polling stations. "It's very important to maintain this unity". Boris Johnson , while visiting the Battle of Britain Bunker museum in Uxbridge with his Polish counterpart, told reporters the British government has "nothing against" the Russian people and that their problem is with the Kremlin.

Trump Made Senior Staff Sign Nondisclosure Agreements — WashPost

March 19, 2018

While aides may normally be subject to maintain confidentiality on classified matters or attorney-client privilege, the NDAs appear to be unprecedented in US government history. And they meant "nearly everyone", noting that even a maker of his "Make America Great Again" hats was subject to a confidentiality agreement. It would prohibit revelation of this confidential information in any form - including, get this, "the publication of works of fiction that contain any mention of the operations ...

Results of Russian elections indicate stability of democracy - French National Front

March 19, 2018

Opposition leader Alexei Navalny , Putin's most serious foe, will face further pressure from authorities as he works to expose corruption and official lies. But Putin's supporters said Western pressure on Putin including Britain's accusations in a spy row and the Olympic doping ban prompted Russians to close ranks behind their leader.

Iran slams 'simple-minded' Saudi crown prince

March 19, 2018

On Sunday, CBS News programme " 60 Minutes " aired an episode about the prince and where he hopes to take Saudi Arabia. The interview is wide-ranging and remarkably candid, with topics including the war in Yemen and the anti-corruption investigation launched past year at the prince's behest, which resulted in high-ranking businessmen and officials being detained, she told Arab News.

Napoli cut Juventus lead, Icardi scores four in Inter rout

March 19, 2018

Visitors Chievo initially took a 2-1 lead at San Siro, only for the Rossoneri to fight back for a 3-2 victory in a highly entertaining encounter that saw Milan keep up the pressure for a place in the Champions League next term. Roma may have been drawn against Barcelona in a hard Champions League quarter-final tie, but they continue to impress of late under boss Eusebio Di Francesco.

Over 400 schools in England receive hoax bomb threats

March 19, 2018

Fake bomb threats were also received by 19 schools across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. A Jewish, Modern Orthodox school in London tweeted to say that it carried out an evacuation "in conjunction with the CST and the Metropolitan Police".

Betting machines should have £30 stake limit, says Gambling Commission

March 19, 2018

The popular betting machines have been under an extreme amount of scrutiny over the past year, as they now allow players to bet £100 every 20 seconds at the terminals, potentially allowing a punter to spend £18,000 an hour. Shares in both Ladbrokes Coral and William Hill rose by five per cent after the announcement. A series of other measures were put forward, including greater use of "tracked play", where betting patterns are monitored to identify problem gambling behaviour and tighter ...

Trudeau touches down in India for week-long state visit

March 19, 2018

Trudeau was accompanied by his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau , children Ella-Grace Margaret, Hadrien and Xavier James Trudeau, besides his official staff. Prime Minister Narendra Modi too had raised the Khalistan issue with Trudeau on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, last month when Indian officials were banned from entering gurdwaras in Canada.

Putin wins fourth term with record vote

March 19, 2018

Putin has never faced a serious threat to his rule since he came to power on the eve of the new millennium. "It's very important to maintain this unity", said Putin, before leading the crowd in repeated chants of "Russia!" Putin's campaign spokesman Andrei Kondrashov said that at more than 67 percent, turnout was 8 to 10 percentage points higher than expected "thanks to Britain".

Boy shoots sister in argument over video game controller

March 19, 2018

The 13-year-old was rushed to a local hospital where she later died. Sheriff Cecil Cantrell told the media that it is their understanding that the boy got hold of the gun when the girl refused to relinquish the controller. Cantrell added he was not sure what charges might be filed in the case because of the age of the accused. After an ex-student at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School killed 17 students, Trump called for teachers to be armed.

Shakib and Nurul sanctioned for unruly Colombo conduct

March 19, 2018

However, there is still a concern regarding the middle-order, as it hasn't been tested properly in the competition. India: 1. Rohit Sharma (captain), 2. Mehidy Hasan provided a final fillip, scoring 18 off the last over, bowled by Thakur. Don't' forget, there are people like Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib in the opposition line-up, who are around at the worldwide arena for more than a decade now.

Vladimir Putin retains grip on Russian Federation, exit polls show

March 19, 2018

From the Arctic to the International Space Station, Russia rolled out an elaborate presidential-election-day display created to show the breadth of Putin's public support as he extended his tenure for a fourth term to 2024. "Our elections have proved once again. that it's not possible to manipulate our people", she said. In addition to accusing Putin, the United Kingdom expelled the largest number of Russian diplomats from London in 30 years.

Weatherspoon hits 3 at buzzer as Mississippi St. stuns Baylor

March 19, 2018

After a timeout, Lamar Peters found Tyson Carter open in the corner for a 3-pointer to tie it at 75 with 34.8 remaining. After Baylor hit a clutch shot with five seconds left, it seemed like the game would end with MSU down. Baylor scored 12 consecutive points with 9:01 left in the 2nd Overtime, making the game 62-57 in favor of Baylor. The Bulldogs chipped away with the next eight points, with a 3-pointer from Quinndary Weatherspoon bringing the Bulldogs within 71-70 with 2:09 left.

Champions League quarter-finals draw

March 19, 2018

The cheapest ticket will cost €70, for Category 4, while the most expensive, Category 1, is priced at €450. The award-winning BT Sport app will also show a Champions League quarter-final draw live stream from this time onwards, while TV viewers can tune in on BT Sport 3/BT Sport 3 HD.

Santander Consumer USA (SC) Receives Daily Media Sentiment Rating of 0.06

March 19, 2018

The stock increased 0.59% or $0.04 during the last trading session, reaching $6.83. About 8.88M shares traded or 44.91% up from the average. Dolby Laboratories, Inc. The stock of MannKind Corporation (NASDAQ:MNKD) earned "Hold" rating by Maxim Group on Wednesday, November 1. Santander Consumer USA now has a consensus rating of "Buy" and a consensus target price of $18.77.

Likely 'Putin's decision' to order use of nerve agent in UK

March 19, 2018

Russian Federation has refused Britain's demands to explain how Novichok, a nerve agent first developed by the Soviet military, was used against Sergei Skripal , 66, and his daughter Yulia, 33, who were found unconscious on a bench outside a shopping centre on March 4 in the southern English city of Salisbury.

Mike Pence urges Pakistan to do more against Taliban

March 19, 2018

During the 30-minute meeting, Pence also emphasised the need for immediate action from Pakistan to stop cross-border attacks, the Dawn reported. The Washington Times' story alleged that Taliban terrorists from Afghanistan travel freely to a Pakistani Army garrison in Quetta where they meet with military and ISI officials.

Russian Federation to expel 23 British diplomats, close consulate general in St. Petersburg

March 19, 2018

She warned she would set out a "full range" of measures to be taken in response if there was no credible response from the Kremlin by midnight on Tuesday. "There does not seem to be any real appetite so far to investigate the ill-gotten gains of the Russian elite that have been laundered through London", said John Lough, an associate fellow in the Eurasia program at the Chatham House think-tank.

Russian Federation begins voting in presidential election

March 19, 2018

In a similar move, Russia closed the British Council's regional offices in 2008 after relations nosedived over the poisoning of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko. British Ambassador Laurie Bristow, who was summoned the Foreign Ministry in Moscow today to be informed of the moves, said the poisoning was an attack on "the global rules-based system on which all countries, including Russian Federation, depend for their safety and security".

KCR - Mamata Banerjee Meeting! KCR lands in Kolkata

March 19, 2018

The TRS has, however, said that it wants to be part of a non-Congress front. A senior member from TRS observed that all regional parties are of the view to support the front whole heartedly. Ms Banerjee, who has been vociferously opposing the Modi government right from 2014 and led campaign against GST, noteban, Nity Aayog and various issues related to AADHAR CARD, has already welcomed the Telugu Desam Party's decision to quit the NDA.

Russian presidential election sees 51.9% turnout

March 19, 2018

British officials have said Moscow was culpable for the poisoning and expelled 23 Russian diplomats based in London. Putin again dismissed claims that Russian Federation was behind the poisoning as "drivel" but said Moscow was ready to cooperate with Britain in the probe.

Etoile du Sahel advance to group stage despite defeat to Plateau United

March 19, 2018

Also, NPFL runners-up and Nigeria's second representative at the continental foremost league, MFM FC, were knocked out of the competition on Saturday. Tosin Omoyele scored the only goal for the Peace Boys in the 25th minute but it was not enough to see the NPFL champions through. The Fidelis Ilechukwu-tutored side had earlier won the first leg of the second round by 2-1.

Russian Federation calls British PM's allegations over poisoning 'insane'

March 19, 2018

Johnson said the trail of blame for the poisoning of Skripal and his daughter Yulia in the English city of Salisbury "leads inexorably to the Kremlin". Russia, which denies any involvement in the incident, condemned May's decision as unacceptable and vowed a swift response. In their statement, Trump, Macron, Merkel and May cited "a pattern of earlier irresponsible Russian behavior" and called on Russia to disclose details of its Novichok program to the Organization for the Prohibition of ...

Fodder scam: Lalu found guilty in 4th case, Jagannatha Mishra acquitted

March 19, 2018

The Special Centre Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday made three former bureaucrats of Bihar accountant general's office accused in the fodder scam . In total, the CBI has filed 63 cases in connection with the fodder scam. According to Lalu Prasad's lawyer, the CBI court will pronounce the quantum of sentence later.

Karnataka govt okays separate religion status to Lingayats

March 19, 2018

On March 8, Water Resources Minister MB Patil and Higher Education Minister Basavaraj Rayareddi - both Lingayats - had argued in favour of going ahead with the Justice Nagamohan Das Committee report, which recommends the "religious minority" tag for Lingayats.

Syrian regime seizes two towns from rebels in eastern Ghouta

March 19, 2018

In the northern Afrin region, people fled as Turkish war planes struck the main town, Syrian Kurdish forces and the monitor said. The SANA news report said mass evacuation took place on Saturday night through two crossings, one in Hamouriyeh and the other near the Water Resources facility in Harasta.

Republican Congressman Tells Trump, If You're Innocent, Act Like It

March 19, 2018

Mueller's team, which consists of mostly Democrats, have secured indictments against 13 Russian nationals, and former Trump aides Paul Manafort, Rick Gates, Michael Flynn, and George Papadopoulos, and two attorneys, Richard Pinedo and Alex van der Zwann.

Green Party announces significant change to Question Time

March 19, 2018

Political parties are each given a certain amount of time for questions and speeches. "The goal of question time is to hold the government to account and patsy questions don't do that - they crowd out the ability to hold the government to account".

Putin calls UK accusations over ex spy poisoning 'nonsense'

March 19, 2018

He then led the enthusiastic crowd to chant "Russia!" Selfie competitions, giveaways, food festivals and children's entertainers were laid on at polling stations in a bid to create a festive atmosphere around the election. The 65-year-old former KGB officer used an otherwise lacklustre presidential campaign to emphasise Russia's role as a major world power, boasting of its "invincible" new nuclear weapons in a pre-election speech.

AAPology continues: Kejriwal says sorry to Gadkari, Sibal after Majithia

March 19, 2018

Kejriwal had previously apologised to Bikram Singh Majithia and retracted from his allegations against him where he alleged that Majithia was involved in a drug racket case. Earlier last week, Kejriwal had apologised to Majithia for making statements against him regarding narcotics being circulated in the state. Calling the apology a turning point in his life, Majithia said he would now withdraw the defamation case.

Lightning sends rural Australian homes up in flames

March 19, 2018

The true scale of destruction left by fires blazing across rural southwest Victoria is yet to be determined, but several homes and thousands of livestock are already lost. Building Impact Assessment teams are now moving through the effected areas. "It's been pretty eerie that way", Mr O'Connor said. About 800 people sought seek shelter at evacuation centres and many were still there on Monday.

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang appointed to second 5-year term

March 19, 2018

In her letter to President Xi, Madam Halimah said: "Your dedication to serving the Chinese people has made China stronger and more prosperous". President Halimah Yacob and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong have written to Mr Xi Jinping to convey their congratulations on his re-appointment as President of China.

No visa changes planned to prioritise white South African farmers: Bishop

March 19, 2018

Mr Dutton had suggested persecuted white farmers deserved "special attention". The South African government demanded a full retraction for his comments that white farmers faced "horrific circumstances". "If the boot was on the other foot we'd call it racism of the worst sort". "I do think, on the information that I've seen, people do need help and they need help from a civilised country like ours", Dutton said.

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