First non-stop Australia-Britain flight lands after 17 hours
Mar 26, 2018 - 01:18
The first non-stop flight between Australia and the United Kingdom has left Perth and is due to land in London on Sunday. The Western Australia government is hoping the new route will open up more tourism to the west of the country.
Palm Sunday observed with fervor in Kerala
Mar 26, 2018 - 01:17
During Sunday's mass, parishioners held palm branches, sang, and prayed. "So starting Monday, they have celebrations every day". The observance signifies Jesus entering Jerusalem one week prior to the resurrection.
Watson denies Thomas number one spot to set up Kisner showdown
Mar 26, 2018 - 01:15
After a comfortable opening day win over Chez Reavie, Kiradech produced late birdies on 17 and 18 to turn the tables on Bradley. On Saturday, the gallery seemed to mostly back Thomas, or "JT" as the fans like to call him.
European Union agrees on Brexit guidelines, sets deadline on Ireland
Mar 25, 2018 - 01:10
Britain was infuriated, saying that it infringed on its sovereignty over "the Rock". He noted new talks on the border start next week.
Billionaire Toy Exec Launches GoFundMe To Save Toys "R" Us
Mar 25, 2018 - 01:10
But in January, after what CEO David Brandon called a "devastating" holiday shopping season, 182 stores were marked for closure. Almost 1 in every 5 sales made by Bratz doll-maker MGA Entertainment, where Larian is CEO, is rung up at a Toys R Us store.
Iowa unemployment rate holds steady at 2.9 percent
Mar 25, 2018 - 01:08
However, the state's falling unemployment rate hasn't translated to better performance in job growth compared to other states. Jobs losses occurred in Construction (-100), Financial Activities (-100), and Trade, Transportation, & Utilities (-400).
Vancouver to join 100s of cities rallying against gun violence
Mar 24, 2018 - 12:40
Speeches at the Eugene event are slated to begin at 11:30 a.m. "We want all voices heard", Robinson said. Let's make owning a gun a privilege for the person of the appropriate age, not a right.
A Horror Week for the Dow Has Investors Begging for Trump Respite
Mar 24, 2018 - 12:40
FILE PHOTO: Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, (NYSE) in New York, U.S., March 22, 2018. It was the worst day for U.S stocks since February 8, when the Dow lost 1,033 points amid a massive sell-off.
Banks Rejoice as Fed Hikes Rate, Raises Economic Outlook
Mar 24, 2018 - 12:35
Policymakers were largely split on Wednesday as to whether a total of three or four rate hikes would be needed this year. This year's estimated U.S. economic growth was revised up to 2.7 per cent from an earlier forecast of 2.5 per cent.
Trump slaps China with $60bn tariffs, Beijing vows retaliation
Mar 24, 2018 - 12:34
In a statement on Thursday, the Chinese Embassy in the United States also warned that the country is not afraid of a trade war. The tariffs are effective Friday. "We are buying more rapeseed meal, for example", said one of the sources.
Two Koreas agree to meet on summit preparations next week
Mar 24, 2018 - 12:33
The North on Saturday accepted the South's proposal to meet at Panmunjom, the Unification Ministry statement said. Concerts featuring South Korean performers in North Korea next month have been titled, "Spring Comes".
Ex-NFL players to help launch new football league
Mar 23, 2018 - 21:25
Well today the word in the sports world that the Alliance Of American Football will kick off in 2019. Dick Ebersol, who also pioneered NBC's Olympic broadcasts, will serve on the board of directors.
Stranger Things Stars Get Big Raises for Season 3
Mar 22, 2018 - 01:46
Going into the third season, the actors will now make $250,000 per episode - a nice income for a bunch of teenagers. David Harbour and Winona Ryder as the more established actors on the series get the biggest paydays as well.
Roma to snub €80m keeper deal with Liverpool due to Salah regret
Mar 22, 2018 - 01:46
Speaking of his role within the national squad ahead of the World Cup, he told Bild: "My goal is to play a lot, more often, to take the lead".
Syed Geelani steps down as Tehreek-e-Hurriyat chief
Mar 21, 2018 - 03:20
The NIA has named 10 other Kashmiri separatists including Hurriyat leader Syed Shah Geelani's son-in-law Altaf Ahmed Shah. The assumption is that Sehrai will one day succeed Geelani as the head of the Hurriyat Conference in the future.