The state of Illinois reached an agreement to terminate the contract of Northstar Lottery Group, the private company managing the state's lottery, the governor's office said Friday.
“You can make them vicious, violent, horrible questions, even though you’re sort of, probably, on live television,” Donald Trump said to the audience at a campaign event in Rochester, New Hampshire, on Thursday night. He was explaining the format of the event, something that he thought would be more “fun” than a speech—“which I’ve been doing over and over and over”—but the instructions could also be a shorthand for Trump’s theory of campaigning, if not of everyday life. In New Hampshire, he elicited ugliness... Читать дальше...
SAN ANTONIO — The officer who led the investigation of Bowe Bergdahl’s disappearance and capture in Afghanistan six years ago testified Friday that the Army sergeant said he walked away from his post as part of a plan to spark a search and get the attention of a general so that he could express his concerns about his unit’s leadership. Maj. Gen. Kenneth Dahl told the packed courtroom at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio that Bergdahl felt the problems were so severe that they put his platoon in danger... Читать дальше...
Season five of Once Upon a Time is poised to be a lot more inclusive. Following E! News' exclusive reveal that Mulan (Jamie Chung) would be returning for multiple episodes, executive...
In a decision widely seen as the latest ripple effect of the Petrobras corruption scandal, country’s high court issues transformational ruling that political donations from corporations are unconstitutional.
BALTIMORE - Prosecutors want a specific police officer to go on trial first in the Freddie Gray case because they say the officer will be called as a witness to testify against two other members of the force, according to a letter sent to the judge.
Veterinarians with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife were doing their best to rehabilitate a mountain lion cub found badly burned in the Butte Fire this week, officials said. The young cat, thought to be three to four months old and weighing around 9 pounds, was discovered Monday limping along Blossom Lane in the Lokelumne Hill area of Calaveras County, officials said. The male mountain lion was taken to a local veterinarian for treatment of paw and face burns that likely happened from walking across the hot forest floor... Читать дальше...
The Dutch boss admitted he is considering performing a U-turn over the loan exit of the young striker after United captain Wayne Rooney suffered his latest injury
Honolulu officials are planning to buy a parcel of land on Oahu's leeward coast and build temporary housing for homeless families.
A mother in tears asks for help after she says her son was bullied on an Aiken County school bus. But, she says the district's response to the situation concerns her the most.
A judge in the U.S District Court for the Northern District of California has ruled that the organization behind undercover videos targeting Planned Parenthood cannot plead the Fifth Amendment to avoid handing over any materials related to a lawsuit filed against the organization.
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Further cooperation between Havana and Washington agreed as Barack Obama holds telephone call with Raúl Castro
Reliance Group’s Central India Polyester Limited has finally entered into a settlement with its workers, finishing all formalities for closing down the unit at Mouda.
Air travellers in the coming festive-cum-holiday season can heave a sigh of relief. The threat of strike by Air India pilots has blown over, for now.
Having been an agent and a real estate broker for 33 years, I can say it takes a village to sell homes. Maintaining the public’s trust and the trust of your fellow agents is imperative. Home stagers who understand the appropriate design aesthetic for a home, dependable inspectors, handymen, painters and gardeners are all part of the stable. There are so many moving parts in this business and vast network of support is a must for a Realtor. A Bay Area Realtor needs a great support staff and supervision... Читать дальше...
LOS ANGELES - Federal officials on Friday appealed a court order to quickly release immigrant children from family detention centers.
Pacific Heights is renowned for its views, and this condo, renovated by San Francisco architect Mark Horton, is no exception. Floor-to-ceiling windows capture the vistas and keep the interior bright as custom cabinetry, walnut flooring and custom tile throughout highlight the stylish interior. A wood-burning fireplace, custom lighting and multiple dual-hung picture windows feature prominently in the master bedroom, while the suite’s spa bathroom includes dual vanities with basin sinks. Beds: 2 Baths... Читать дальше...
ELIZABETHTOWN, Kentucky - A slain Kentucky state trooper was eulogized Friday as a hero for how he lived his life as hundreds of law officers paid their respects to the first-year lawman killed during a high-speed chase.
Upgrades to the electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems means this family home is turnkey. A spacious chef’s kitchen connects to the family room and includes stainless steel appliances, stone counters and abundant storage space. A deck, multiple patios and an outdoor spa tub highlight the backyard of the listing, which is open 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday.
The tech industry wants the U.S. government to expand the H-1B program that allows them to bring in graduates in the sciences to meet a gap in demand.
The tech industry wants the U.S. government to expand the H-1B program that allows them to bring in graduates in the sciences to meet a gap in demand.
A roller coaster week of anticipation for investors and the markets ends up as red-meat for the bears.
With its many light bulb sculptures scattered throughout the city, the illuminated glass column at 13th and P Streets, and the proposed light sculpture for the arena plaza ("JPA approves arena…