Ex-member of Sikh extremist group invited to Trudeau event
Feb 23, 2018 - 02:56
Then there was the on again, off again, on again meeting between Trudeau and Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh . Atwal admitted that he was one of four men who ambushed and shot at Sidhu's vehicle .
Indian surgeons remove 'heaviest' brain tumour
Feb 23, 2018 - 02:51
The Hindu news site reported that Pal's brain tumor had been growing for several years - most rapidly in the past year. The doctors said that the tumor resulted in Pal losing his eyesight but hoped that he would regain his vision now.
Brexit 'Dogma' Puts Northern Ireland at Risk of Terrorism, Hain Says
Feb 22, 2018 - 01:11
Mr Hannan said his objections to the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) "were not on orange or green grounds but on democratic grounds". Before Christmas it appeared that a definitive position had been adopted. "I am not prepared to allow this to continue".
Political activities hotting up in coastal Karnataka
Feb 22, 2018 - 01:06
A senior leader said that finding a winning candidate in the 100 constituencies, where BJP has not won before, is a big challenge. The latest example of appeasement politics in Karnataka is where son of MLA Haris thrashed a man but there was no FIR.
Khalistan issue has derailed focus of Trudeau's visit: Herb Dhaliwal (IANS Interview)
Feb 22, 2018 - 01:06
Amarinder Singh had refused to meet Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan during the latter's visit to Punjab a year ago . Notably India is a big market for Canada for farm products, particularly lentils and chickpeas, as well as for uranium.
Mitchell Outduels Oladipo and Others in Dunk Contest
Feb 21, 2018 - 04:00
In his next dunk, he brought out 3 people including his sister, comedian Kevin Hart and a child to crouch down below the basket. With more and more three-point shots being taken with each passing season, this year's contest is sure to be a good one.
Crude oil extends gains, but upside limited as dollar edges up
Feb 21, 2018 - 04:00
Global oil demand for 2018 was estimated to grow by 1.6-million barrels a day due to an "encouraging environment", he said. A stronger dollar on Tuesday saw most commodity prices - which are denominated in the United States currency - fall.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Redraws Congressional Districts
Feb 21, 2018 - 03:58
In some cases, strong GOP districts move within Democratic reach and some marginally competitive districts become almost even. The court didn't file its full opinion until two days before the legislature's deadline to submit a compromise map to Wolf.
CDC tracks highest record of Salmonella linked to backyard poultry in 2017
Feb 21, 2018 - 03:58
Salmonella is usually transmitted when people eat foods contaminated with animal feces that carry the bacteria. Federal regulators unsuccessfully tried banning the plant in 2016.
Apple Releases watchOS 4.2.3 Update with Telugu Character Bug Fix
Feb 20, 2018 - 18:36
And in January, a "chaiOS" bug emerged that caused some devices to crash and reboot after users clicked a certain link . However, Apple's next iOS 11.3 update for iPhones is set to bring a major change in the user experience of old iPhones.
Freezing Rain Expected Early Tuesday, Winter Weather Advisory Continues
Feb 20, 2018 - 18:34
Parts of Travis County are in moderate to severe drought, and Williams said this rain could improve those conditions. On Tuesday , thunderstorms are expected to shift east along the Interstate 35 corridor through Wednesday afternoon.
Sony to Enter the Ride-Hailing Business in Japan
Feb 20, 2018 - 18:28
It is unclear as to why Sony suddenly wants to get into the taxi/transportation business, but it could be an interesting approach. Local rivals, such as Nihon Kotsu Co., Tokyo's largest cab company, have already released popular taxi-hailing apps.
Latvian central bank governor arrested by anti-corruption officers
Feb 19, 2018 - 08:56
Latvia's central bank manager, Ilmars Rimsevics, has been suspended by the country's anti-corruption agency. The government is due to hold an emergency cabinet meeting on Monday.
BAFTA Awards 2018: Three Billboards dominates as Time's Up campaign shares stage
Feb 19, 2018 - 08:55
However, there was disappointment for Saoirse Ronan who missed out on the Best Actress gong. But The Shape of Water looks most likely to take home the big prize.
Barcelona grind out victory in Eibar before Chelsea trip
Feb 18, 2018 - 03:09
Respite arrived courtesy of Suarez's well-taken 16th-minute goal, which was beautifully created by Lionel Messi's left boot. Seventh-placed Eibar have lost only once in 10 league games, and thrashed Sevilla 5-1 in their last home fixture.