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Debenhams profits up despite lower sales Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:09AMDebenhams today said profits were up on last year after the department store chain achieved a “creditable” Christmas trading performance.
Prosecutor: No physical altercation before fatal shot fired Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:08AMWATERVILLE — The mother of an East Wenatchee man charged with second-degree murder says her son was protecting her and did "everything he could" to stop her ex-boyfriend from breaking into her home.
A Hilltop View of the Attack on Gaza Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:08AMJamal Dajani, senior director of Middle Eastern programming at Link TV, describes the conditions on the ground from his vantage point overlooking the Gaza Strip. He spoke with NAM editor Sandip Roy.
Africa: Murder in S/Africa Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:07AMLagos — A South African official, who blew the whistle on alleged corruption in the building of a stadium for the 2010 World Cup, has been shot dead, an official said yesterday.
Nigeria: US-Based Doctors Pioneer Laparoscopic Surgery in Rivers State Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:07AMRiver State — Undoubtedly, there has been several attempts to effectively address the knowledge and skills deficit in the healthcare workforce in the country.
Householders back fuel cell CHP technology to cut energy bills Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:07AMNew research has suggested householders would readily take up fuel cell combined heat and power systems instead of ordinary gas boilers.
Nigeria: Real Meaning of the FRSC Helmet Enforcement Regulation Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:07AMLagos — TWO thousand and nine might turn out a good year for motorists and other road users in Nigeria. This is not just a hope, it is also a prayer. It is no news that Nigeria has one of the highest rates of road accidents in the world.
Tackling Controversial School Suspensions at East High Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:14PMOne month after a letter was sent to the families of some East High students, telling them to stay home, administrators, teachers, and families will meet about alternative schooling options on Monday night.
Man holding infant surrenders at Georgia motel Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:12PMMon, Jan 5, 2009 (11:51 a.m.) A former South Carolina policeman who fired shots from a Georgia motel while holding his infant son and two women hostage surrendered peacefully Monday after a 13-hour standoff.
Misonix Announces New HIFU Distribution Agreement for Italy Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:12PM Misonix, Inc. , a developer of minimally invasive ultrasonic medical device technology, which in Europe is used for the ablation of tumors and worldwide for other acute health conditions, has entered into a definitive, 3-year distribution agreement with Alliance Lithomobile, a Division of Alliance Medical S.r.L., based in Milano, Italy.
More Bad News About Fosamax Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:11PMAnother FDA study is casting doubt on the safety of the popular osteoporosis drug, Fosamax. Last week, the drug was linked to esophageal cancer. This week, it’s jawbone death, as WebMD reports.
Franklin Regional Moves Forward With Youngsville Land Purchase Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:11PMDespite controversy over a potential move from Louisburg, Franklin Regional Medical Center officials have purchased land in Youngsville for a new hospital. The Wake Weekly reports the project has not received state approval and county commissioners are opposed.
Jagodzinski could be out at BC Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:10PM (NECN) - BC football coach Jeff Jagodzinski could be on his way out. That according to reports from the Boston Globe and Herald. They report that Jagodzinksi will be fired if he interviews for the New York Jets head coaching job. And he is scheduled to talk to the Jets Monday. But as of Sunday night, Jagodzinski would not comment publicly about his plans. There is a clause in his ...
Perdue announces launch of new Web site Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:10PMGov. Sonny Perdue recently announced the launch of the Open Georgia: Transparency in Government Web site. The Web site can be found at open.georgia.gov.
Actor Travolta ‘heartbroken’ over son’s death Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:57PMActor John Travolta broke a two-day silence over the death of his 16-year-old son Jett on Sunday, saying he and his wife, actress Kelly Preston, were “heartbroken” by their sudden loss
Karen Russo, Sac Union Columnist Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:57PMFinally. It’s way too soon to predict what will happen, here. There’s no question that the IDF would be able to take the area, chase away or eliminate the terrorists.
Vishal Retail likely to miss FY09 revenue target on slowing sales Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:57PMVishal Retail, a value retailer, said it may miss its Rs 1,800 crore revenue target set for the year ending March 31, as consumers cut down on purchases anticipating job cuts and grim job outlook.
Export growth to decline for the third month in a row Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:56PMIndian exports are likely to record a dip for the third consecutive month in December 2008, contributing to the first quarterly drop in more than seven years, with recession causing overseas buyers, mainly in the US and Europe, to cancel orders.
Papademos Says ECB May Cut Rates If Inflation Slows (Update1) Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:55PMJan. 4 (Bloomberg) -- European Central Bank Vice President Lucas Papademos said further interest rate cuts may be necessary if inflation keeps slowing.
Chopper puts in a busy weekend Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:54PMTAMWORTH’S Westpac Rescue Helicopter had a busy 24 hours from 9pm Saturday. Call-outs began at 9pm on Saturday after the helicopter was asked to transport a 41-year-old Narrabri man from Tamworth to John Hunter Hospital, in Newcastle.
Appomattox man killed hunting accident Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:54PMRUSTBURG—State game officials say a 28-year-old Appomattox man was fatally shot by a member of his hunting party in Campbell County. Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Sgt. Chris Thomas says Benjamin Lee Mowyer was struck in the head with a single buckshot pellet Saturday afternoon. Mowyer was pronounced dead at the scene. Thomas says the shooter, an 18-year-old in the group, ...
Downturn likely to spook buyers Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:54PMTHE impact of the global financial crisis, about which champion US trainer Steve Asmussen is wary, should bite at the Magic Millions yearling sales on the Gold Cost this week. "Speaking about our stable, there are going to be cutbacks," Asmussen said.
Historic Border Canyon Near San Diego Is Filled In Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:53PMA historic San Diego County canyon, used in the past by cattle rustlers and more recently by illegal immigrants from Mexico, is about to disappear from the landscape.
L.A. Woman Declared Oldest Person in the World Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:52AMLOS ANGELES -- A 114-year-old Los Angeles woman was declared the oldest person in the world Saturday, a title she assumed after an 115-year-old woman in Portugal died Friday. Gertrude Baines, a resident of a nursing home near Exposition Park, was born in 1894 to a man and woman who were both slaves as children. In November, local newspapers ran stories about Baines when she cast her vote for ...
Philadelphia’s Brasserie Perrier Closes, Inquirer Reports Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:50AMJan. 3 (Bloomberg) -- Philadelphia’s Brasserie Perrier , owned by restaurateur George Perrier of Le Bec-Fin fame, closed on Dec. 31 after 11 years in business, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported.
Found dogs still in need of good home Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:49AMCall it a case of mistaken identity or a Christmas miracle, but the two dogs found on the side of Highway 69 during a snowstorm [...]
KPD: Relatively quiet New Year’s Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:49AMKaua‘i entered 2009 in a relatively quiet fashion in terms of arrests and injuries related to the traditional New Year’s Eve festivities, county officials said yesterday.
Kalamazoo bank robbed Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:49AMKALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - Officers have responded to the Charter One Bank on West Main near Drake Friday evening after reports of a bank robbery.
GVK Power rises on block deal execution Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:47AMThe stock of GVK Power & Infrastructure rose 3.60 per cent to close at Rs 24.45 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) after a block deal of 678,000 shares were executed at Rs 25.50 a share.
Episcopal skater takes international event Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:19AMBecky Bereswill won the Junior Ladies Grand Prix Figure Skating final Dec. 13 in Goyang City, South Korea.
Eastbound traffic stopped at Snoqualmie Pass for avalanche work Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:18AMSNOQUALMIE PASS — Traffic heading east over Snoqualmie Pass is stopped tonight near Denny Creek for avalanche control work. Denny Creek is located approximately five miles west of the summit, at milepost 47.
G-sec yield drops by 254 bps Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:17AMIn line with the fall in inflation and interest rates, the yield on 10-year government bonds declined by 254 basis points in 2008 to close a tad below 5.25 per cent. This is biggest fall since 2001.
59 people die, over 200 hurt in Bangkok nightclub fire+ Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:17AMBANGKOK, Jan. 1 (AP) - (Kyodo)—(EDS: UPDATING WITH IDENTIFICATION OF A SINGAPOREAN MAN, OTHER DETAILS) At least 59 people were killed and 212 others, including four Japanese, injured in a nightcl...
Russia cuts Ukraine gas supplies Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:17AMRussia has sharply reduced gas supplies to Ukraine after the collapse of talks to resolve a row over unpaid bills and gas prices.
Police Blotter Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:37AMPolice reports from Carson, Torrance and unincorporated parts of the county.
Trip to Egypt changes world view for Lompoc couple Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:37AM With its wondrous pyramids, the Great Sphinx and ancient culture nestled in the valley of the Nile, Egypt is an alluring, intriguing place to visit.
County Lines for December 30, 2008 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:37AM Goleta
Social networking sites hope for a better tomorrow Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:36AMIt was a mixed year for social networking sites, which began the year with a bang.
TV network fights noise equipment Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:35AMTrinity Broadcasting Network is appealing a Planning Commission ruling that mandates the company to constantly monitor noise around its Costa Mesa building.
Small earthquakes hit Yellowstone Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:38AMYELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK - The University of Utah Seismograph Stations report a swarm of small earthquakes in Yellowstone National Park.
13th District race sows Democratic division Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:38AMHARRISBURG — The race for the 113th District state House seat is now history.
Powerful storms hit Midwest Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:36AMCHICAGO - Summerlike storms pounded the Midwest yesterday with hail, high winds and even funnel clouds, helping to thaw the ice after days of a deep freeze and threatening floods.
Digest Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:36AMCORONA, N.M. - Police in central New Mexico say a tour bus went out of control in an area with icy roads and overturned, killing two people and injuring at least 50 others.
Report: CEO compensation will change Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 12:52PMWhile the recent blows to the U.S. financial markets will most certainly dramatically affect CEO compensation reported in 2009, The Conference Board Top Executive Compensation report released Wednesday shows that changes are already under way.
Valuers attack banks, ask for uniform valuation charges Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 12:51PMValuers (those who evaluate properties) in Chandigarh have asked for valuation charges in accordance with the rates prescribed by the Institution of Valuers’ guidelines.
Man pulls weapon in group fight Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 12:50PMCHAMBERSBURG, Friday, Dec. 26, 2008 -- A group fight interrupted Christmas cheer Thursday night when a Chambersburg man allegedly revealed a weapon outside a Hollywell Avenue Bar.
Survivor of wreck may have drowned Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:51AMAuthorities presume a sports utility vehicle driver drowned after he drove off Interstate 55 and into the rain-swollen Coldwater River.
KG feels the heat over net gig Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:51AMIT SEEMS radio stalwart Ken "KG" Cunningham could be an endangered species at FIVEaa.
JWA reports fewer flights Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:49AMPassenger levels at John Wayne Airport were down more than 12%, and commercial carrier flight operations were down more than 11% from the same time last year.
Satyam board to discuss buyback on Monday Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:49AMApart from buyback of shares, other issues are also likely to come up at the board meet of the beleaguered Satyam Computer Services scheduled for Monday.