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Subtropical Storm Beryl Landfall Uncertain But Promises Wet, Windy Memorial Day

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:36:17 EDT

Subtropical Storm Beryl brought coastal winds and looming showers Sunday morning to the Atlantic coast between Florida and South Carolina, as the storm promises to bring heavy rains and dangerous surf by Memorial Day.

Merkel's lead over German opposition slumps - poll

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:21:02 EDT

Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives saw their lead over the main centre-left opposition party crumble in the sharpest one-week shift in German voter sentiment in seven years, an opinion poll showed on Sunday.

Arianny Celeste Arrested, But UFC’s White Has Her Back

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:03:29 EDT

UFC ring girl Arianny Celeste was arrested on Saturday on allegations of domestic violence, according to TMZ. Fortunately for her, Dana White, president of mixed martial arts powerhouse UFC, said he has "her back.".

Graff upbeat on $1 billion IPO despite market slump

Sun, 27 May 2012 11:42:02 EDT

London luxury jeweler Graff Diamonds has seen "tremendous interest" for its Hong Kong IPO of up to $1 billion, which is entering its final stretch in the shadow of a global stock market rout.

San Antonio Spurs Vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Live Stream: Preview, Prediction, And Where To Watch Sunday's NBA Playoff Game

Sun, 27 May 2012 11:32:26 EDT

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs tip off game 1 of the Western Conference Finals tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET.

Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Turns Six: From Baby to Tomboy [PHOTOS]

Sun, 27 May 2012 11:27:16 EDT

Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's first biological daughter, turns six on Sunday and has acquired a fan base of her own as she flaunts her blonde locks and spunky personality.

EUR/USD Forecast Review 28 May 12

Sun, 27 May 2012 11:21:02 EDT

Simultaneous Release at TheGeekKnows.com Learn Forex Trading and read exclusive EUR/USD Forecast Reviews. Good day forex traders. In the previous EUR/USD forecast we noted a late week bullish correction to test the 1.28 region. Having said so, the bearish momentum remained strong and the test of 1.26 remained a possibility. Risk aversion was indeed strong and the S&P 500 [.

Torres Named in Spain's 23 Man Squad for 2012 Euros

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:58:44 EDT

Chelsea striker Fernando Torres, who has been assured that he is going to lead the Blues attack next season, has another reason to celebrate after he successfully registered his name in Spain's 23-player squad heading to Ukraine and Poland for the 2012 Euros.

Liverpool Manager News: Wigan Captain Caldwell Backs Martinez Candidature for Anfield Post

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:47:13 EDT

Roberto Martinez is rapidly becoming the absolute favourite to land the managerial post at Liverpool and now has the backing of Wigan captain Gary Caldwell. However, he will have to contend with Champions League winning Dutch coach Louis van Gaal.

Biden To West Point Grads: Wars' End Offers Chance To Refocus Foreign Policy

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:32:56 EDT

Vice President Joe Biden on Saturday signaled the looming end to America's current military focus on the Middle East, signaling a new push for a strong presence in Asia in a commencement address for West Point graduates.

Goldman may break up sale of Swedish oil group: paper

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:56:02 EDT

Goldman Sachs is considering selling off Swedish oil group Svenska Petroleum Exploration in chunks, the Independent on Sunday reported.

Sarah Hughes Won't Get Ice Rink Renamed For Her

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:38:43 EDT

Sarah Hughes, who an Olympic gold medal for the U.S. at the 2002 Winter Olympics, won't have the public skating rink in Great Neck, N.Y., renamed in her honor, the Great Neck Park Commission has ruled.

Guardiola to Succeed Ferguson at Old Trafford - Report

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:36:53 EDT

Ferguson might finally step down at the end of next season, leaving the path clear for the Spaniard to succeed him at Old Trafford next year.

Syrian Regime Blames Massacre On Rebel 'Terrorists'

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:15:22 EDT

Facing growing world outrage over the killing of at least 109 people in a restive town, Syriaon Sunday accused rebels of carrying out the massacre, in which dozens of children perished.

Technology Focus: Is Another Industry Downturn Looming?

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:05:43 EDT

Several industry bellwethers like Cisco Systems (Nasdaq: CSCO), Dell (Nasdaq: DELL) ) and NetApp (Nasdaq: NTAP) have reported poor resuilts or forecasts. Hewlett-Packard (NYSE: HPQ) will axe 27,000 people. Is a new tech recession ahead?.

Merkel's Party Appeals To Opposition To Back Fiscal Pact

Sun, 27 May 2012 08:42:02 EDT

A top ally of Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives appealed to the opposition Social Democrats and Greens on Sunday to refrain from "playing political games" and back the government to endorse Europe's new fiscal pact and permanent bailout fund.

Happy Birthday Christopher Lee: Count Dracula Turns 90

Sun, 27 May 2012 08:29:41 EDT

The iconic actor who played the legendary characters' from the Count Dracula to Count Dooku - Sir Christopher Lee turns 90.

Chelsea Transfer News: Blues Star Aware of Spanish Interest

Sun, 27 May 2012 08:06:37 EDT

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic has confirmed he is aware of interest from Real Madrid.

Syria Massacre: William Hague Summons Syrian Diplomat

Sun, 27 May 2012 08:04:12 EDT

Foreign Secretary William Hague condemned the Houla massacre and calls for intense international pressure on the Syrian regime to end violence.

Robert Pattinson Stuns In 'Cosmopolis' At The Cannes Film Festival

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:36:34 EDT

From the first frame of David Cronenberg's "Cosmopolis" it's clear that Robert Pattinson had effectively shed his "Twilight" image. As Eric Packer, a 28-year-old billionaire, the tween heartthrob demonstrates considerable acting chops.

Samsung Galaxy S3: Virtual Showdown of Voice Assistants S Voice and Siri [VIDEO]

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:31:26 EDT

A comparison of Samsung's S Voice and Apple's Siri

Baby K’s First Photo: Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra Head Back Home With Their Newborn (PHOTO)

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:01:15 EDT

Baby K’s First Photo: Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra Head Home With Their Newborn (PHOTO)

Lloyd's Of London Preparing For Greek Euro Exit

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:00:04 EDT

The Lloyd's of London insurance market has reduced its exposure "as much as possible" to the crisis-hit euro zone in preparation for a collapse of the bloc's single currency, its chief executive told the Sunday Telegraph newspaper.

Scientists Invent T-Shirt That Could Charge Mobile Phones

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:53:52 EDT

University of South Carolina say the T-shirt can charge mobile phones faster than other methods.

Bal Thackeray Calls Yeddyurappa 'Human Bomb' In BJP; Heaps Praise On Modi

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:50:04 EDT

Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray has labelled Karnataka chief minister and BJP's senior leader BS Yeddyurappa as "human bomb within the party," adding that the party president Nitin Gadkari's path is "paved with landmines.".

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs LG Nitro HD: Which One Would You Buy?

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:24:23 EDT

LG's Nitro HD is an Android-based smartphone that delivers a new visual experience..

BlackBerry Curve 9320 Launched for ₹15,990, RIM Battle Toughens for Curve 9320

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:20:31 EDT

Canada's Research in Motion (RIM) on Sunday unveiled the new BlackBerry Curve 9320 in India, and tagged the new smartphone at a cool 15,990 rupees.

BOE'S Dale says expects euro zone uncertainty set to continue

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:14:02 EDT

Uncertainty in the euro zone will continue for the next few years, acting as a drag on the UK economy, Bank of England policy maker Spencer Dale was quoted as saying in a newspaper on Sunday.

Norway 0-1 England: Low-Key Start to Hodgson Era

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:13:46 EDT

Roy Hodgson's reign as England manager got off to the perfect start in Oslo's Ullevaal Stadium as the visitors recorded a first win against Norway in 32 years.

Bollywood Hairstylist Stabs Wife To Death; Shows No Sign Of Remorse

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:13:13 EDT

Mumbai police have arrested a celebrity hairstylist for allegedly murdering his wife during a heated argument early Friday morning

BlackBerry Maker RIM Plans to Off-load 2,000 Jobs - Report

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:11:42 EDT

Research In Motion is cutting costs as it has lost market dominance to Apple's i-phones and Google's Android-based phones.

Iran Will Not Stop Enriching Uranium to 20 Percent; Plans to Construct Two More Nuclear Reactors

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:00:31 EDT

Iran will not compromise on the West's demand to stop enriching Uranium to 20 percent, said Fereydoon Abbasi Davani head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization.

Two Killed, Three Injured In Assam Road Mishap

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:51:54 EDT

At least two people were killed and three others injured in a raod mishap in Kamrup (rural) district of Assam on Saturday night, police said

St. Xavier’s College Gearing Up For ‘Malhar Local 2012’

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:42:33 EDT

St. Xavier's College in Mumbai is preparing to host the annual inter-collegiate festival, "Malhar Local 2012." The event which is organized by around 1200 students is attended by more than 30,000 people from all over the country.

German Solar Power Plants Produce 50% of the Nation's Electric Energy On Saturday

Sat, 26 May 2012 16:52:20 EDT

Solar power plants in Germany produced a record 22 gigawatts of electricity per hour on Saturday, according to Reuters.

Scientists Find Existence Of Reduced Carbon On Mars: Life On The Red Planet Plausible

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:32:21 EDT

Researchers from the Carnegie Institute for Science in Washington have found evidence to show the presence of reduced carbon molecules on Mars, which is a key ingredient for the building blocks of life.

Mali: Tuareg and Islamist Rebels Join Hands

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:23:58 EDT

The coming together of the secular Tuareg and the Islamist Ansar Dine is worrisome as they reportedly have links with the al-Qaida.

SNB considers capital controls if euro falls apart

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:21:02 EDT

Switzerland is drawing up plans for emergency measures including capital controls in case the euro collapses although it does not expect to need them and will continue to defend a cap on the franc in the meantime, the head of the central bank said.

Analysis: Ukraine's $13.4 billion soccer spend might become debt burden

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:14:02 EDT

Ukraine may never recover all of the billions of dollars it has spent to co-host next month's European soccer championship and the outlay might complicate its chances of servicing its debt.

SpaceX Dragon Capsule: Nasa Astronauts Float Inside The First Private Spaceship

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:13:31 EDT

The crew members aboard the International Space Station opened the hatch and floated inside the Space Exploration Technologies' Dragon capsule, the first privately owned spaceship to reach the orbital outpost, according to Nasa.

Eating Monkeys Could Lead To HIV-Like Disease, Warn Scientists

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:11:37 EDT

Simian Foamy Virus could spread like HIV, say scientists from Ape Action Africa.

Nation Pays Homage To Jawaharlal Nehru On His 48th Death Anniversary

Sun, 27 May 2012 05:00:42 EDT

India marks the 48th death anniversary of the country's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, by paying homage to him

Eurovision Song Contest 2012: Sweden's Euphoric Win at Baku, UK Comes Second Last

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:56:51 EDT

Loreen of Sweden won the 57th Eurovision Song Contest, in Azerbaijan's Crystal Hall with a whopping 372 points singing her club track Euphoria.

Nokia 808 PureView: Monster Camera Smartphone Faces Tough Competition

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:56:30 EDT

Nokia 808 PureView Faces iPhone 4S, Samsung Galaxy S2, Sony Xperia S, Samsung Galaxy S3.

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Begins Myanmar Visit: Trade, Connectivity Tops Agenda

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:48:54 EDT

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh began his three-day trip to Myanmar along with wife Gursharan Kaur, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna and senior officials. It's for the first time in 25 years that an Indian PM is visiting Myanmar.

Liverpool Manager News: Reds Approach van Gaal as Martinez Decision Nears

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:47:06 EDT

Liverpool chiefs have spoken to Louis van Gaal as Wigan get ready to hold a press conference on Tuesday where Roberto Martinez will announce his decision.

India and Myanmar to Boost Economic Ties - PM Manmohan Singh

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:45:35 EDT

India and Myanmar will be sealing several bilateral pacts including one in the energy sector.

F1 Monaco GP 2012: Starting Time, Where to Watch Live Stream, Complete Weather Update, Qualifying Recap and Revised Grid Positions

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:38:30 EDT

Ferrari driver Felipe Massa and Mercedes' Michael Schumacher will look to answer critics with a strong race, while McLaren's Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button will join Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel in announcing themselves as strong contenders for the 2012 Formula One World Drivers' Championship.

Airtel says to roll out 3G in Rwanda in next quarter

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:28:02 EDT

India's Bharti Airtel said on Sunday it would roll out 3G services in Rwanda in the next quarter and reiterated plans to invest $100 million in the central African country.

Nato Strike Kills 8 Civilians including 6 Children in Afghanistan

Sun, 27 May 2012 04:25:25 EDT

In a separate incident, a British soldier was among four Nato troops reportedly killed in a bomb attack.