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Insurers suffer worst start to the year of any major corporate bond sector

Celebrities can have cinematic crushes too, and this teenage trio is simply proving it. Zendaya, Willow Smith and Kiernan Shipka—who appear together on W Magazine’s April 2016 cover— are mouthing off their lust lists. From the traditional heart-throbs like Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio, to the more recent star like Eddie Redmayne, and even French actress Léa Seydoux, see who these brilliant young stars have their eyes on.

– FRSC attributes cause of accident that killed Ocholi to over speeding – Says Ocholi’s driver had no license The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has attributed the accident that claimed the life of the minister of state for Labour and Productivity, Barrister James Ocholi to over speeding, Vanguard reports. READ ALSO: APC NWC in special session […]

Republicans have about six days to derail Trump's candidacy. New polls suggest that's a daunting challenge.

Live coverage as Australia take on South Africa in the third Twenty20 international.

BALTIMORE (AP) — A man who was charged with fatally shooting a co-worker in Maryland has been found dead in jail.

KNTV reports (http://bit.ly/1SzsHjZ ) Wednesday that the Lambda Phi Epsilon fraternity posted a statement on its website, saying in part, the fraternity will be cooperating with the local authorities to understand what happened. Authorities say the six students were arrested Friday on suspicion of running a drug ring that uncovered more than $100,000 worth of MDMA, more commonly known as Ecstasy or Molly.

Think of it as peekaboo for prudes: In new spring looks from Prada, Tory Burch and others, sheer layers give spring dresses and tops a dreamy—not steamy—look.

Money can't buy you love, but it sure can put your warm and fuzzy feelings to the test. Nearly a third of American couples report that money is a major stressor in their relationship, and money arguments are the strongest predictor of divorce, regardless of income. Whether you have a newfound love or a longtime partner, I guarantee that creating a harmonious approach to saving, spending and investing will help keep your relationship strong.

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Pressures combine to cause first private sector contraction since 2009, tracker reveals

Truce agreements with five Syria's moderate opposition field commanders have been concluded in the past 24 hours, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.

The Germany midfielder credits the French coach with the improvements he has made over the last few months and believes his side can go on to win the Champions League

'We're going to have to beat Donald Trump at the ballot box,' Fiorina declares at a Miami rally for Cruz.

Three homes have wildly different styles, but each one boasts distinctive woodwork

CONCORD, New Hampshire - The New Hampshire House on Wednesday rejected a bill that would have made it crime for women to expose their breasts or nipples in public, a measure that caused an online dispute among several legislators that drew national attention.

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The New Hampshire House on Wednesday rejected a bill that would have made it crime for women to expose their breasts or nipples in public, a measure that caused an online …

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The New Hampshire House on Wednesday rejected a bill that would have made it crime for women to expose their breasts or nipples in public, a measure that caused an online dispute among several legislators that drew national attention. In its report recommending the bill's rejection, the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety said it heard testimony from many who warned that, due to likely acts of civil disobedience, the state would face expensive court fees if the bill became law. Читать дальше...

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U.S. special forces captured the head of the Islamic State group's unit trying to develop chemical weapons in a raid last month in northern Iraq, two senior Iraqi intelligence officials told the Associated Press, the first known major success of Washington's more aggressive policy of pursuing the jihadis on the ground.

The Obama administration launched the new strategy in December, deploying a commando force to Iraq that it said would be dedicated to capturing and killing IS leaders in clandestine operations... Читать дальше...

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley wrote in a 1992 column that writer and critic Camille Paglia legitimately suggested women play a role in date rape.

Two close calls with avalanches in Banff National Park have prompted visitor safety specialists to urge caution in the days and weeks ahead. Since Sunday, there have been two incidents reported to Parks Canada by skiers in the backcountry.

Oil futures extended their gains on Wednesday after the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported a 3.9 million-barrel rise in crude-oil supplies for the week ended March 4. That was less the 4.4 million-barrel increase reported by the American Petroleum Institute, and a little above the rise of 3 million barrels expected by analysts polled by Platts. Gasoline supplies fell by 4.5 million barrels, while distillate stockpiles declined 1.1 million barrels last week, according to the EIA. April... Читать дальше...

I was speaking to a friend about the college application process that she recently underwent with her daughter, who I taught years ago.

Her words:

"It's wasn't so bad. Not a big deal at all, really. I'm just happy we're in a position to send her to college."

I was thrilled -- not because I will almost certainly engage in the same process with my children someday -- but because it seems as if the default position on the college application process is that it's a harrowing... Читать дальше...

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Last week, I was honored to meet with senior business executives in Brazil who are leading local efforts to leverage LGBT inclusion in the business context, at a series of meetings hosted by Bloomberg in São Paulo.

I love visiting Brazil - Brazilians have an infectious enthusiasm for their country, and they wear their pride on their sleeves.

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Last week, I was honored to meet with senior business executives in Brazil who are leading local efforts to leverage LGBT inclusion in the business context, at a series of meetings hosted by Bloomberg in São Paulo.

I love visiting Brazil - Brazilians have an infectious enthusiasm for their country, and they wear their pride on their sleeves.

Furthermore, it is clear that Brazil is at a tipping point for acceptance of LGBT people - Pew Research shows 60% of Brazilians say LGBT people should be accepted by society. Читать дальше...