Worldwide / 221

Malaysia PM's party sacks key figures for backing opposition ahead of poll

May 08, 2018

Even before a single ballot has been cast, Bersih lamented the poll had descended into an "open auction with votes for sale" due to local leaders - mainly from BN but also the opposition - giving out cash and gifts such as TVs and food hampers.

Arjun Kapoor to shake a leg in Harshvardhan Kapoor's 'Bhavesh Joshi Superhero'

May 08, 2018

Arjun reportedly was on Bhavesh Joshi sets all of Saturday - he was busy shooting the song, reported Mumbai Mirror . The much awaited Sonam Kapoor - Anand Ahuja wedding has become the talk of the town and will finally be taking place tomorrow (May 8) in Mumbai, followed by a party in the evening at The Leela, Mumbai.

Quarta é o último dia para regularizar cadastro eleitoral

May 08, 2018

O cidadão deve ter em mãos documento oficial com foto e um comprovante de residência recente. Para acessar todos os locais e horários, acesse o link . Após o dia 9 de maio, esses serviços só serão disponibilizados ao eleitor depois do segundo turno das eleições . O dia 9 de maio também será o prazo final para que os eleitores com deficiência ou mobilidade reduzida informem a justiça eleitoral sua necessidade e solicitem a transferência para uma seção com acessibilidade .

Kerala CPM leader hacked to death near Kannur

May 08, 2018

Shamej, an auto driver, succumbed to injuries at Kozhikode medical college hospital after sustaining several injuries to his face and hands. A CPI (M) leader and a RSS activist lost their lives in a fresh political violence in Mahe. Following the twin murders, a tense situation is prevailing in Mahe and adjacent regions of Kannur district. In a statement, CPI (M) Kannur district secretariat deplored the killing.

Anudeep Durishetty beat previous toppers

May 08, 2018

It added that candidates would not be allowed to sit for the exam at any other test venue than the one mentioned on their e-admit card. While the written test carried a total of 2,025 marks, the mains exam carried 1,750 marks and the interview was of 275 marks.

Shupian teenager succumbs, civilian death toll rises to six

May 08, 2018

A doctor confirmed the death and said that he had firearm injury in the abdomen. Reports from the area said Adil was injured in Behibagh village in Kulgam district while he along with others was injured in stone pelting at the security forces.

Supreme fresh orders on Live in Relationships

May 08, 2018

It restricted her parents and her husband, said to be the scion of a powerful political family in Karnataka, from causing "impediment or obstruction" to her efforts to lead her own life. With hours of moving the Supreme Court while under care of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), the politician daughter was given Delhi Police protection.

PSEB 10th Result 2018 Likely in Coming Week, No Official Date Announced

May 08, 2018

In 2016, overall pass percent of CG Board Class 10 was 55.23% and of CG Board Class 12 was 73.43%. Additionally, some sources are sharing the reason to be that most of the staff employed was directed to carry out the evaluation and result declaration process for the Intermediate Examination 2018 on priority basis since Class 12 is more crucial in the career of students.

Une taxe qui sera annulée l'année prochaine — Exit tax

May 08, 2018

Emmanuel Macron a voulu pousser un pion supplémentaire en direction des entrepreneurs qui avaient la fâcheuse tendance de partir en Belgique pour y réaliser une vente d'entreprise hors plus-value. Sur les réseaux sociaux, la gauche n'a pas manqué de manifester sa désapprobation, à commencer par la France Insoumise qui a de nouveau égrené la rengaine du " président des riches ".

Hatch says 'It's ridiculous' that McCain doesn't want Trump at his funeral

May 08, 2018

In summer 2017, Trump slammed McCain for a "no" vote that helped doom a key bill to repeal Obamacare - the health care reforms passed into law under president Barack Obama . "That's what I've been told", Hatch said, according to Politico . The 81-year-old senator was diagnosed in July with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer.

Cauvery dispute: K'taka says SC released more water to TN

May 08, 2018

The Supreme Court gives a dictum and it is not only for Tamil Nadu, it is for Kerala, Pondichery, Andhra and Karnataka and the Cauvery issue is a 140-year-old issue and the legal battle has been going on for 31 years and it is coming to a conclusion and for an election in Karnantaka do we need to suffer? The ongoing struggle between the two states which have been going on for several decades has seen Karnataka denying to release water to Tamil Nadu.

Dead in Boat Crash on the Piscataqua River in Newington

May 08, 2018

Kaillen Mykenna Wickman, 7, and her younger brother Michael "Mikey" Wickman were aboard the boat on the Piscataqua River Saturday evening, according to the GoFundMe page . "That's how sweet she was". According to Marine Patrol in New Hampshire, John Wickman was at the wheel of a 24-foot Boston Whaler, with three passengers on board, when the boat hit a buoy shortly after 8 p.m.

Brit street on LOCKDOWN after 'gunshots' heard

May 08, 2018

The area around Norfolk Road and Paradise Square in the town is now cordoned off and members of the public are being urged to avoid it. In the centre of the British Oxford unknown opened fire from a building on Paradise Square, causing police opened fire in response.

England schools remove analog clocks because students can't read them

May 08, 2018

According to the Georgia Standards curriculum , analog time is included in the state's elementary students' curriculum. A few studies and surveys conducted in recent years have supported the idea that younger generations struggle with telling time the old-fashioned way.

Endangered Missing Advisory issued for 12-year-old girl

May 08, 2018

Police say that Hubbard has threatened to take Brianna to an unknown location but has contacts out of state in IN and Florida. She was last known to be wearing black leggings, with a red shirt and a pink camouflage sweatshirt. The prosecutor's office is now seeking a warrant for parental kidnapping, police said. Anyone who has seen Brianna or her mother is asked to urged to call Adrian police at 517-264-4808 or 911.

Toddler eaten by leopard in Uganda's national park

May 08, 2018

This unfortunate incident happened on the night of Friday. He says rangers are hunting the leopard because it now has a taste of human blood and may want to kill again. The animal snatched the toddler and dragged him into bushland. He further informed that the hunt for the leopard is still on with the intention of capturing it and removing it from the wild because as it has consumed human flesh, the temptations for the leopard would now be high urging it to attack another human being, thus ...

Ex-top Chinese leader gets life sentence for bribery

May 08, 2018

His wealth was confiscated and his political rights were stripped for the rest of his life, according to the verdict. The amount of bribes involved was punishable by death but the court said it took mitigating factors into account, including that most of the bribes were taken by "designated parties" and that Sun gave investigators additional, previously unknown information about his crimes.

Cher announces first Australian tour in more than 10 years

May 08, 2018

The singer, who was in the country for the gay and lesbian festival in March, said she was bombarded with tour requests from Aussie fans after headlining Mardi Gras. Her final show will be in Sydney on October 18. For more information visit telstra.com/music . Cher is expected to perform for more than 90 minutes, reeling out a string of hits such as Believe , If I Could Turn Back Time , Strong Enough and even going as far back as I Got You Babe .

Global Demand and Trends Analysis on Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Forecast, 2016

May 08, 2018

The readers of the abovesaid report can be anyone from an expert, analyst, manager to an employee etc. The professionals working with Questale keep a close eye on the market and use their expertise and knowledge to draw inferences from various happenings in the market .

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts gets ready for trade mission to Mexico

May 08, 2018

Nebraska's governor plans another trade mission focused this time on Mexico. Ricketts met with President Trump earlier this spring to talk about USA trade deals like NAFTA, and the importance of developing trade relationships with Mexico.

Eagle Materials (EXP) Received News Impact Rating of 0.17

May 08, 2018

EXP has 611,983 volume or 20.95% up from normal. Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) has risen 5.94% since May 5, 2017 and is uptrending. The stock underperformed the S&P 500 by 5.61%. The company was maintained on Thursday, July 13 by Stifel Nicolaus. The stock of Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) has "Buy" rating given by Stephens. (NYSE:EXP) earned "Neutral" rating by Citigroup on Monday, December 5.

Pistol-packing grandma shoots home intruder: 'Kill him before he kills me'

May 08, 2018

It was Thompson who fixed things overnight. The station reported that after police arrived at the carwash, the 43-year-old suspect was transported to a nearby hospital. "After everything was over, then I did get a little shaky". "He could've killed me". Her family helped her clean up the mess the man left at her home.

Alabama's new coordinators earn big raises heading into 2018 season

May 08, 2018

According to a release from Alabama , Locksley's salary was doubled from $600,000 to $1.2 million, while Lupoi earned a $150,000 raise from $950,000 to $1.1 million. Pete Golding , Co-Defensive Coordinator (Inside linebackers) - 3-year contract until February 28, 2021 with a salary of $650,000 annually. Jeff Banks, Special Teams Coordinator - 3-year contract until February 28, 2021.

Chelsea Star Not Giving Up Champions League Hope Yet

May 08, 2018

Thanks to Giroud's goal, Chelsea are now just three points behind Liverpool with a game in hand, but a worse goal difference, and two back from fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. Liverpool may use the excuse of the Champions League as to why they have not pushed on and secured their place, but they will be left fuming if they have to beat Real Madrid in the final to secure their place in the competition next season.

Five in court accused of trying to help migrants enter Greece

May 08, 2018

All five accused were in court on Monday in the island's capital, Mytilene, along with supporters to hear the charges against them, which could carry a jail term. "A great victory for humanitarian aid", Spanish group Proem-AID tweeted after the ruling. "These three men were using their professional skills to prevent children, women and men from dying through drowning".

Bipartisan Compromise Reached On Much Needed Transportation Bill

May 08, 2018

Lawmakers would also ask voters to approve a $2.3 billion bond proposal next year if voters don't approve a tax increase this November. "This bipartisan deal represents the largest new investment in the state's infrastructure since Gov. The changes, if they ultimately pass the House, would then have to be approved by the GOP-controlled Senate. The deal represents far less than the $5 billion Republicans had sought to spend on borrowing.

NJ homeowners get law to skirt Trump's lowered tax deductions

May 08, 2018

Murphy said he's hoping, with Castner's input, that New Jersey can ultimately serve as a "model for our nation on smart policy, and smarter programs". He served as the executive director of the New Jersey General Assembly from 2006 to 2009 and then was appointed to serve as chief counsel to Governor Jon Corzine.

Almost one million pounds of drugs taken back

May 08, 2018

Established in 2010, National Prescription Drug Take Back Day enables Americans to give the DEA any expired, unused, unwanted and potentially unsafe drugs to be destroyed. The program prevents prescription drug abuse and theft. This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. The event is focused on removing unused pills from homes, limiting the possibility for misuse and abuse.

North Korea wants air links with South

May 08, 2018

The newspaper suggested that the possibility of Singapore hosting the landmark meeting had "increased greatly", after a decision by Trump to host South Korean president Moon Jae-in at the White House later this month, without giving further explanation.

CT joins pact to award Electoral College votes to popular vote victor

May 08, 2018

Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman released the following statements in response to the 21-14 vote in the State Senate this afternoon giving final approval to legislation opting CT into the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact , under which CT will allocate its electoral votes to the presidential candidate who wins the most popular votes.

Paine to lead Australia ODI team

May 08, 2018

D'Arcy Short has been handed his maiden ODI call-up on the basis of his performance in Big Bash League and T20I tri-series against New Zealand and England. We look forward to seeing what he can produce at the global level. He competes very well and deserves his chance at this level. "He is a very talented player and with his batting skills has the ability to be very unsafe in this format".

Teachers In Colorado Strike For First Time In 20 Years

May 08, 2018

According to the Pueblo Chieftan, they're striking because of the district's decision NOT to give cost-of-living adjustments and other benefits. In a release from the district, officials say they are "disappointed about the situation and hope to resume normal school operations as soon as possible".

Amber Alert issued for 2-year-old Peoria girl

May 08, 2018

Khaleesi was "safe and unharmed" and was asking for her mother. Luis was taken into custody without incident. "Luis Morales went to this location, opened a window, broke the screen out, stepped on his juvenile son Luis' hand, assaulted Yesenia, took Khaleei and stole Yesenia's vehicle, heading for [an] unknown location", the amber alert said.

China President's Top Economic Adviser to Visit Washington

May 08, 2018

A seven-member U.S. delegation led by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin presented Liu and other Chinese officials with a list of demands to address allegations of intellectual property theft and other trade policies that Washington considers unfair.

Stormy Daniels making appearances at Philly strip club

May 08, 2018

Bartiromo also solicited Piscopo for criticism of Michelle Wolf , the comedian who was harshly criticized for her performance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Mr Trump has denied the affair. Stormy Daniels is coming to Windsor on June 13. In the sketch, she explains to Baldwin (who was portraying Trump), what he needs to do to make the scandal disappear.

Buhari, Saraki, Dogara In Closed Door Meeting

May 08, 2018

The meeting comes hours after President Buhari returned from his hometown, Daura in Katsina State. "As I intimated when the delegation led by the NMA President and the Executive called on me at my office, and as I reiterate now, Primary and Universal Health Care provision is a key legislative agenda for the 8th Senate under my leadership".

Court Fixes Date To Rule On Sen. Dino Melaye's Bail Application

May 08, 2018

They were arraigned on seven-counts bordering on illegal possession of firearms, criminal conspiracy and illegal dealing in arms. Nasir Ajanah, the judge, gave the ruling at the resumed hearing of the motions on Monday. The Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Ajanah, had adjourned for the continuation of hearing in the written bail application filed by the defence counsel, asking for variation of the remand order placed in Senator Melaye.

GM cotton patent row: SC issues notice on Monsanto's plea

May 08, 2018

The apex court was hearing a plea filed by Monsanto Technology against April 11 order by which its plea was dismissed by the high court, which had partially allowed the counter-claims of three Indian seed companies that Monsanto does not have a patent for its Bt cotton seeds, a genetically modified variant which resist bollworms.

One person dead in fiery crash on 101 Freeway in Hollywood

May 08, 2018

Trouble on the Hollywood Freeway started early Monday morning with a fatal crash and was followed quickly by two more accidents between downtown Los Angeles and the Valley. A witness said the suspected hit-and-run driver fled the scene before it was involved in the fiery crash . A SigAlert was issued at 2:35 a.m. shutting down all lanes of the northbound Hollywood Freeway at the crash scene and taking traffic off at Santa Monica Boulevard.

NYS Health Dept. issues measles warning for 4 counties

May 08, 2018

People who do experience symptoms that are suggestive of measles should contact their healthcare provider before seeking care to discuss check-in and registration instructions, according to the state Health Department. April 30 to 9:30 a.m. on May 2. Exit 5 on Interstate 390 in Dansville, N.Y., on May 2 between 9:30 a.m. and noon. If you suspect you have measles, you are asked to call ahead before you visit a doctor, emergency room, or other health care provider in order to reduce the risk ...

IN Focus: Panelists discuss race for Senate ahead of Tuesday's primary

May 08, 2018

Representative Todd Rokita carries a cardboard likeness of Trump to campaign events and wears a cap adorned with Trump's campaign slogan "Make America Great Again" in TV ads. So the memory of Roy Moore looming large in the president's memory here. If that's true, and if mobilization is what wins elections, then one important question when crafting policy proposals (especially at a time like now when they're out of power and can't actually pass anything) is: "What version of this is going to ...

House Democrats Plan to Release 3000 Russian-Linked Facebook Ads

May 08, 2018

But the timing could slip to next week or later as Facebook and Democrats haggle. "We have been in ongoing discussions with Facebook and hope to have the final redacted ads in our possession within a matter of days. Schiff's efforts come just a weeks after Republicans on the Intelligence Committee released a 250-page report that said they had uncovered no evidence of collusion between Russian Federation and President Donald Trump's election campaign.

1 dead after crash on I-57

May 08, 2018

Troopers say for unknown reasons a vehicle left the road and hit a tree, causing major front end damage. The driver received minor injuries while the female passenger died and the juvenile had major injuries as a result of the vehicle hitting a tree.

Institutional Investor Sentiment About Benefitfocusinc (NASDAQ:BNFT) Increased

May 08, 2018

It fall, as 14 investors sold Benefitfocus, Inc. shares while 21 reduced holdings. Impact Advsr Limited Com has invested 0.46% in Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ:BNFT). (NASDAQ:BNFT) rating on Thursday, March 22. The stock has a market capitalization of $965.41, a price-to-earnings ratio of -43.61 and a beta of 0.90.

Trump to take call on Iran nuclear deal today

May 08, 2018

Trump has until 12 May to decide whether to reintroduce USA sanctions on Iran, which would deal a heavy blow to the agreement. 'What we want for the deal is that it's preserved and guaranteed by the non-Americans, ' Rouhani added , 'Then the USA pullout will be okay'.

Wachtell Lipton Guides Snack Co.'s $500M Cookie Maker Grab

May 08, 2018

Mondelez said the newly-purchased business will continue to operate as a standalone business with its present senior leadership team intact. Mondelez made the agreement with The Riverside Co., a global private equity firm, and other Tate's shareholders, including founder Kathleen King.

Russian Helicopter Crash in Eastern Syria Kills Two

May 08, 2018

The bodies of the pilots were located by rescue crews and taken back to their base. "During a scheduled flight over the eastern regions of the Syrian Arab Republic, a Russian Ka-52 helicopter crashed". Reportedly, the crash occurred while flying over the Eastern parts of Syria . Earlier this month, a Russian Su-30SM fighter crashed over the Mediterranean Sea off the western coast of Syria .

Leinster Rugby: Fergus McFadden ruled out of Champions Cup final

May 08, 2018

Ultimately, however, the Yorkshireman was adamant that the matter would be in no way a distraction for the player, or Leinster as a whole, in a week which will end with them facing Racing 92 in the 2018 Champions Cup decider, in Bilbao. McGrath should reclaim the starting scrum-half spot for this weekend and that may see Gibson-Park missing out on the final, with McCarthy on the bench.

Electrical Issue Causes Fargo Apartment Fire

May 08, 2018

A Fresno Fire Department ladder crew keeps an eye on flames from an apartment fire after controlling the burn, on McKinley and Normal avenues, Monday morning, May 7, 2018. According to officials, vacant structure fires in Fresno are up almost 30% from past year. Department spokesman Hector Vasquez said vacant structure fires in Fresno are up by 29 percent this year and overall structure fires are up by 11 percent.

Trump Proposes US$15b Spending Cuts, Targets Children's Health Programme

May 08, 2018

The White House says the money wouldn't have been used anyway by NY and New Jersey residents hard hit by 2012 disaster. "I implore you to reject any such cuts", King said in a letter to House Speaker Paul Ryan. Other proposed cuts include $4.3 billion for an advanced technology vehicle loan program that was enacted in 2007; $800 million for an ObamaCare initiative created to test innovative payment and service delivery models and $252 million for excess funds for the Ebola outbreak response.

Information