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May warns of catastrophe if lawmakers don't back Brexit deal
Published On: January 13, 2019 01:15 PM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Jan 13: British Prime Minister Theresa May has warned lawmakers that failure to back her plan to leave the European Union would be catastrophic for Britain, in a plea for support two days ahead of a vote in parliament that she is expected to lose.
Snowstorm targets Washington, at least five dead in U.S. Midwest
Published On: January 13, 2019 11:48 AM NPT By: Reuters
Jan 13: A winter storm that dumped heavy snow on the U.S. Midwest, causing at least five roadway deaths, stranding some motorists in Missouri and canceling dozens of flights, marched east toward Washington on Saturday.
Liverpool extend lead at top, Arsenal slip up at West Ham
Published On: January 13, 2019 11:01 AM NPT By: Reuters
Liverpool opened up a seven point gap at the top of the Premier League after a narrow 1-0 win at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, while Arsenal’s poor away form continued with a 1-0 defeat at West Ham United.
R. Kelly's attorney denies abuse allegations in documentary
Published On: January 12, 2019 01:04 PM NPT By: Reuters
An attorney for R. Kelly on Friday called a new documentary series about the R&B singer a “for-profit hit piece,” and said the latest accusations of abuse by the Grammy-winning musician were a “complete fabrication.”
R. Kelly's attorney denies abuse allegations in documentary
Published On: January 12, 2019 09:12 AM NPT By: Reuters
LOS ANGELES, Jan 12: An attorney for R&B singer R. Kelly on Friday called a new Lifetime documentary series a “for-profit hit piece,” and said allegations of abuse by the Grammy-winning musician were a “complete fabrication.”
Return of 'encyclopedia' Ferguson massive for United - Pochettino
Published On: January 12, 2019 09:00 AM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Jan 12: Alex Ferguson’s return to Manchester United’s training ground has been massive for his old club, according to the man tipped to take over at Old Trafford next season.
U.S. government shutdown may depress January job growth
Published On: January 12, 2019 08:45 AM NPT By: Reuters
WASHINGTON, Jan 12: A partial shutdown of the U.S. government could slash job growth by as much as 500,000 in January and lift the unemployment rate above 4.0 percent unless the impasse in Washington is resolved before next Friday, economists warned.
Jackson estate slams as 'pathetic' abuse claims in new documentary
Published On: January 11, 2019 09:57 AM NPT By: Reuters
Michael Jackson’s estate on Thursday condemned on Thursday an upcoming documentary about alleged child sexual abuse by the late singer as another “outrageous and pathetic attempt” to cash in on his fame.
On Woodstock's 50th anniversary, double the peace, love and music
Published On: January 10, 2019 06:37 PM NPT By: Reuters
LOS ANGELES, Jan 10: The 50th anniversary of the Woodstock music festival, one of the watersheds of the 1960s counterculture movement, will be celebrated in August with two competing events.
Taliban kills more than 30 members of Afghan security forces and militias
Published On: January 10, 2019 06:03 PM NPT By: Reuters
KABUL, Jan 10: The Taliban launched a series of attacks on security checkpoints in four Afghan provinces early on Thursday, killing 32 members of the security forces and pro-government militias, provincial officials said.
Federer to launch Australian Open defence against Istomin
Published On: January 10, 2019 04:17 PM NPT By: Reuters
MELBOURNE, Jan 10: Double defending champion Roger Federer will start his bid for a hat-trick of Australian Open titles next week against unseeded Uzbek Denis Istomin, who caused a huge upset when he defeated Novak Djokovic in the second round two years ago.
Ford Europe to slash thousands of jobs in turnaround plan
Published On: January 10, 2019 04:07 PM NPT By: Reuters
FRANKFURT, Jan 10: Ford (F.N) on Thursday said it will cut thousands of jobs, exit unprofitable markets and discontinue loss-making vehicle lines as part of a turnaround effort aimed at achieving a 6 percent operating margin in Europe.
China envoy accuses Canada of 'double standards' over Huawei arrest
Published On: January 10, 2019 02:20 PM NPT By: Reuters
BEIJING/TORONTO, Jan 10: China’s ambassador to Ottawa has accused Canada of “double standards” and disregarding his country’s judicial sovereignty, in a diplomatic row sparked by the arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou at the request of the United States.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and wife MacKenzie to divorce
Published On: January 10, 2019 11:15 AM NPT By: Reuters
Jan 10: Amazon.com Inc founder and Chief Executive Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest person, and his wife MacKenzie Bezos are divorcing after 25 years of marriage, the couple said on Twitter on Wednesday.
Australian foreign minister in Thailand as Saudi teen seeks asylum
Published On: January 10, 2019 10:39 AM NPT By: Reuters
BANGKOK, Jan 10: Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne was in Bangkok on Thursday after Canberra said it would consider giving asylum to an 18-year-old Saudi woman who fled to Thailand, saying she feared her family, which she accused of abuse, would kill her.
Moshiri backs Silva to guide Everton into new era
Published On: January 9, 2019 03:50 PM NPT By: Reuters
Jan 9: Everton’s current Premier League position is “not good enough” but manager Marco Silva is the right person to guide them in the long run as the club move ahead with plans for a new stadium, majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri said.
Photoshop gaffe embarrasses Australian prime minister with two left feet
Published On: January 9, 2019 01:41 PM NPT By: Reuters
SYDNEY, Jan 9: Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison was left red-faced on Wednesday after a family photograph, doctored by his staff, inadvertently left him with two left feet - an embarrassing image as he tries to end missteps months before an election.
Facebook CEO plans public debates about tech for 2019 personal challenge
Published On: January 9, 2019 10:30 AM NPT By: Reuters
Jan 9: Facebook Inc Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg said on Tuesday he will host a series of public discussions about the future of technology in society as part of his personal challenge this year.
Police confirm suspicious packages sent to diplomatic missions in Australia
Published On: January 9, 2019 10:14 AM NPT By: Reuters
SYDNEY, Jan 9: Several suspicious packages were delivered to embassies and consulates in Canberra and Melbourne on Wednesday, the Australian Federal Police said in a statement.
Arsenal to face Man United in FA Cup fourth round
Published On: January 8, 2019 11:09 AM NPT By: Reuters
Jan 8: Manchester United will visit Arsenal in the fourth round of the FA Cup at The Emirates Stadium after Monday’s draw pitted the two Premier League giants together.
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