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Total 100 articles, created at 2016-05-10 18:02 1 Marcos son admits ballot error, apologizes for cheating claim
(1.02/2) It was an honest error. After initially denying that nothing went wrong while casting his vote, the son of vice presidential candidate Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Tuesday 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 2 Sara not interested in being First Lady to ‘President Duterte’ DAVAO CITY – The country's next president still has no First Lady. This after Sara Duterte-Carpio, Rodrigo Duterte's daughter, turned down the offer. “I am not interested. (1.00/2) 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 3 ‘Plan B’ a figment of imagination–Palace Malacañang on Tuesday denied the existence of a so-called “Plan B” or a plot to (1.00/2) impeach Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte once he is proclaimed president. “Masyado yatang malawak na 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 4 Robredo dares critics: Prove accusations of LP poll cheating Liberal Party vice presidential candidate Camarines Sur Rep. Ma. Leonor “Leni” Robredo on Tuesday asked critics to substantiate the allegations that the ruling party is (1.00/2) manipulating the 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 5 Testimony to begin in civil trial against Colorado theater Opening statements are set to begin in a civil trial over whether the company that owns a Colorado movie theater should have done more to prevent a 2012 shooting there. (1.00/2) 2016-05-10 17:00 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 6 Authorities: Williston man, 20, dead after head-on crash Authorities say a 20-year-old Williston man is dead after the pickup he was driving crashed head-on with another vehicle. 2016-05-10 14:01 1KB www.washingtontimes.com (0.01/2)
7 Bihar Board (Biharboard.ac.in) Class 12th Science Result 2016: BSEB Intermediate Results 2016 has been declared today,
(0.01/2) 3:30 PM on biharboard.bih.nic.in The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has been announced the Bihar Board class 12 th Science Result 2016 today; 10 th May at 3:30 PM. Students can check their BSEB Intermediate Science Result 2016 by logging on to the official Bihar Board result website biharboard... 2016-05-10 15:44 4KB www.mid-day.com 8 ‘Unprecedented’: UK activist fearing US extradition, 99yr sentence awaits landmark court ruling UK authorities have hijacked a civil suit launched by a cybersecurity expert from Suffolk accused of hacking into the Federal Reserve, in a move that has sinister implications for journalists and others who rely on encrypted data storage and communications. 2016-05-10 18:02 8KB www.rt.com 9 ‘Lesser evil is not a solution’: Green Party candidates debate on RT America Voting day should be a national holiday, while the US should stop acting like a predator across the planet and work to address the challenge of climate change. These were just some of the arguments advanced at the RT-hosted Green Party presidential debate. 2016-05-10 18:02 10KB www.rt.com 10 Contradictory killing: 5 shot dead after gunman decides ‘to scare’ offenders, ‘shoots in the air’ A bitter argument between a 27-year-old man and group of bikers planning to have a good time in the Russian countryside resulted in a shocking and quite confusing episode of violence. Despite varying accounts, one thing is clear – five men were shot dead. 2016-05-10 18:02 3KB www.rt.com
11 ‘Immortal Regiment’ marches pay tribute to WW2 heroes worldwide (PHOTOS, VIDEOS) The “Immortal regiment” movement has spread from Russia to cities worldwide, with thousands of people in 42 countries across the globe already marching or getting ready to march in commemoration of their loved ones who fought in World War Two. 2016-05-10 18:02 7KB www.rt.com 12 Will be surprised if Dhoni stays captain till 2019 WC: Sourav Ganguly Former captain Sourav Ganguly has said that he would be surprised if current limited overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni leads the Indian team in 2019 World Cup and backed Virat Kohli to be given the leadership role soon 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB www.mid- day.com 13 LOOK: What Roxas did after conceding to Duterte What did Mar Roxas do after his emotional concession speech? He craved a burger. Hours after giving a heartfelt speech before his supporters, campaign staff and the media, Roxas 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 14 Still no Manuel for Aces in PBA Finals game 3 Down 0-2 against Rain or Shine in the 2016 PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals, Alaska could definitely use the services of Vic Manuel but the veteran forward has been ruled out of Game 3 on 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB sports.inquirer.net 15 Man gets arrested after teaching girlfriend’s dog to perform Hitler salute https://www.youtube.com/embed/SYslEzHbpus Scottish officials had no choice but to apprehended a man on Monday, after teaching and filming his girlfriend's pug to respond to Nazi slogans 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 16 WATCH: Snow White charmingly ‘enchants’ two-year-old boy with autism Among all the Disney characters, a two-year-old boy with autism gavelled Snow White as the 'fairest of them all'. A video shared by a mother showing a priceless interaction 2016-05-10 18:02 1KB entertainment.inquirer.net 17 Look behind Duterte’s foul language to see sincerity, says lawyer Behind his tough image and the expletives is a very sincere man, his friend and counsel Atty. Vitaliano Aguirre appealed to the public. "He is really sincere in fixing our country. You 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB newsinfo.inquirer.net 18 Subic fishers freed by Malaysian authorities SUBIC, Zambales—Three fishermen from this coastal town were held by the Malaysian authorities on Monday for allegedly illegally fishing in Malaysian waters, but they were released the next day, 2016-05-10 18:02 1KB globalnation.inquirer.net 19 Realty Bites: When depressed Mumbai builders committed suicide Raj Kandhari, a 44-year-old developer from Navi Mumbai, shot himself at his Sanpada home yesterday, and is critical. A look at other recent instances of builders committing suicide 2016-05-10 15:28 3KB www.mid-day.com
20 PSC: No word yet from Caluag on Rio Olympics bid Right after capturing the country’s only gold medal in the 2014 Asian Games, Daniel Caluag immediately set his sights on winning the first gold for the Philippines in the coming Rio De 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB sports.inquirer.net 21 Khan still eyeing Pacquiao fight despite KO loss British boxer Amir "King" Khan does not intend to retire even after a brutal knockout loss to Saul "Canelo" Alvarez last weekend and is even eyeing a potential showdown against retired Filipino star Manny Pacquiao. 2016-05-10 18:02 2KB news.abs-cbn.com 22 Shashank Manohar quits as BCCI president for ICC, Anurag Thakur favourite Shashank Manohar steps down as BCCI president barely seven months after being appointed in place of late Jagmohan Dalmiya and is all set to take over as first independent chairman of ICC 2016-05-10 17:55 3KB www.mid-day.com 23 China hopes for progress with new Philippine gov’t BEIJING — China says it hopes to work with the Philippines' new government to resolve territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said Tuesday that 2016-05-10 17:50 1KB globalnation.inquirer.net 24 Kristen Stewart, Marion Cotillard: Queens of Cannes 2016 There will be no shortage of movie star royalty at the Cannes film festival, but the true queens of this year's red carpet will be "Twilight" megastar turned indie darling Kristen 2016-05-10 17:47 5KB entertainment.inquirer.net 25 Orleans deputy who died in line of duty to be honored A New Orleans sheriff’s deputy who died in the line of duty last year will be honored at a ceremony in Washington. 2016-05-10 17:43 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 26 This day in history: Rewind of major events that occurred on May 10 Get to know what happened today in history around the world including major events in politics, crime, entertainment, sports and more in a nutshell 2016-05-10 17:22 3KB www.mid- day.com 27 No 'border haats' with China in Arunachal Pradesh: Government India today ruled out setting up trading centres along its border with China in Arunachal Pradesh saying such an initiative could be taken only when Beijing agrees to it 2016-05-10 17:31 2KB www.mid-day.com 28 PM can't be gagged against speaking on corruption: Arun Jaitley As Congress mounted offensive over Narendra Modi's remarks on the AgustaWestland chopper deal case, the government hit back saying the Prime Minister cannot be gagged against speaking on corruption 2016-05-10 17:30 2KB www.mid-day.com 29 Centre seeks SC's nod to hold NEET in 6 regional languages The Supreme Court may consider the central government's plea to hold the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) in Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Assamese, Bengali and Gujarati, besides English and Hindi 2016-05-10 17:30 1KB www.mid-day.com 30 Indian chefs win Asian Pastry Cup bronze Chefs from India won three awards at the Asian Pastry Cup 2016, held recently in Singapore, and is a run up to the international World Pastry Cup contest, that takes place once every two years in Lyon, France 2016-05-10 17:29 3KB www.mid-day.com
31 Lateism added to SA list of speakisms Do you suffer from lateism? Or perhaps you are sleepist? 2016-05-10 14:52 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 32 England can whitewash Sri Lanka: James Anderson England pacer James Anderson believes that his side can whitewash Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a three-Test series from May 19 2016-05-10 17:18 1KB www.mid-day.com 33 Indonesia wants Jose Mourinho to coach football team Indonesia wants to hire Jose Mourinho to coach its national football team, the country's minister of Youth and Sports said on Tuesday 2016-05-10 17:15 1KB www.mid-day.com 34 Michigan State surplus store selling locomotive A locomotive that was used to pull coal cars at the power plant on Michigan State University’s East Lansing campus is for sale. 2016-05-10 17:14 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 35 'Free State' goes to Cannes No South African films have made the official list for the Cannes Film Festival but the country will still be represented at the event. 2016-05-10 14:32 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 36 Radiohead inch back to rock roots Radiohead, the band for two decades synonymous with experimentation, has inched back to its rock roots on a long-awaited album that seizes on space as a symbol of individual darkness. 2016-05-10 14:32 937Bytes www.timeslive.co.za 37 Gas to fire up industry South Africa was positioning itself to become a hub of the regional oil and gas sector, Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies said yesterday. 2016-05-10 14:45 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 38 Jwala and I have good chance to win medal at Rio: Ashwini Ponnappa Top Indian shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa is confident that she and her women's doubles partner Jwala Gutta have a strong chance to clinch a medal at the forthcoming Olympics at Rio de Janeiro in Brazil 2016-05-10 17:09 4KB www.mid-day.com 39 Indonesia to lift suspension of soccer association The Indonesian sports ministry is to lift the suspension of the country's football association, PSSI, before the FIFA congress on May 13, allowing termination of the world governing body's sanction, Sport Minister Imam Nahrawi said here on Tuesday 2016-05-10 17:06 2KB www.mid-day.com 40 Nobody surprised at Murray-Mauresmo split: Serena Williams' coach World No.1 women's tennis star Serena Williams’coach Patrick Mouratoglou has said nobody is surprised with men's No.3 Andy Murray’s split from coach Amelie Mauresmo 2016-05-10 17:04 1KB www.mid-day.com 41 Mickey Arthur claims to be a better coach post 'homeworkgate' saga New Pakistan cricket head coach Mickey Arthur says he has grown from his turbulent experience in charge of Australia that was marred by 'homeworkgate' in 2013 2016-05-10 17:02 3KB www.mid-day.com 42 Chicago-area lawyer convicted in immigration fraud case A suburban Chicago immigration lawyer has been found guilty of helping clients fraudulently obtain asylum in the United States. 2016-05-10 17:00 1KB www.washingtontimes.com
43 How my children make me sick They're adorable, but total germ magnets. Particularly the nursery-school lot, who have access to abundant germ varieties, plentiful as pumpkins at a wholesale grocer. 2016-05-10 16:58 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 44 EPL: It will be good to finish above Arsenal, says Tottenham's Kane Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has said they want to finish above arch rivals Arsenal in the English Premier League (EPL) -- something they have not done since the 1995 football season 2016-05-10 16:57 2KB www.mid-day.com 45 House budget committee backs cuts for legislative agencies House lawmakers are proposing to cut spending across legislative agencies next year, reversing course from an initial plan that would have shielded their budget from slashing. 2016-05-10 16:50 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 46 2 Kentucky governors, past and present, in acrid public feud Kentucky’s two most recent governors are feuding, but they can agree on one thing: the FBI is investigating. 2016-05-10 13:51 5KB www.washingtontimes.com 47 Tornadoes hit Plains; 2 dead, homes destroyed in Oklahoma Tornadoes destroyed homes, overturned vehicles and stripped the bark from trees as they churned across Oklahoma, part of a strong series of storms that hit the Plains. 2016-05-10 13:51 3KB www.washingtontimes.com 48 ‘SA flag must be on school uniforms from 2017’ Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi has stirred parents into a new debate after stating that he would like the South African flag on all school uniforms. 2016-05-10 16:28 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 49 Masked Palestinian terrorists at large after stabbing 2 elderly women in Jerusalem Victims, ages 86 and 82, in stable condition; Police release 2 suspects after interrogation, continue searching in capital. 2016-05-10 08:40 3KB www.jpost.com 50 Jefferson Co. Schools eliminates 25 jobs from central office More than two dozen Jefferson County Public Schools employees who work in the district’s central offices have been informed that their positions have been eliminated to save money. 2016-05-10 16:25 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 51 Gas station clerk shot in possible robbery attempt in south... A gas station store clerk was shot in a possible robbery attempt in south Fulton County, according to Channel 2 Action News. 2016-05-10 16:15 947Bytes www.ajc.com 52 Council again votes not to seek grant for white-water park The City Council again has effectively rejected a plan to seek a National Park Service grant to help fund a $2.6 million white-water park and kayak course near downtown Waterloo. 2016-05-10 16:15 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 53 Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton locked in tight contests in Ohio, Pa., Fla: polls Presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump and Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton are locked in tight contests in three key swing states, with Mr. Trump holding a 4-point edge in Ohio and Mrs. Clinton maintaining 1-point leads in Florida and Pennsylvania, according to polls released Tuesday. 2016-05-10 16:15 3KB www.washingtontimes.com
54 $2 million bail set in kidnap and assault case Bail has been set at $2 million for a St. Paul man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 7-year-old girl. 2016-05-10 16:12 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 55 Prosecutor to probe death of Ohio man crushed in trash bin The case of a northern Ohio man crushed to death after passing out in a trash bin more than 15 years ago will be investigated by a special prosecutor. 2016-05-10 16:11 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 56 Court could OK construction on Lucas museum in Chicago A federal judge could decide to let construction begin on filmmaker George Lucas’ proposed art museum in Chicago. 2016-05-10 16:11 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 57 Tumi Molekane explains what really happened to Riky Rick Months after hip-hop heavyweight Tumi Molekane quashed rumours of a supposed feud between himself and rappers Riky Rick and Reason, a video has surfaced online in which Tumi explains 'what happened to Riky' during a performance in his group, Tumi and the Volume. 2016-05-10 16:11 1KB www.timeslive.co.za 58 Maryland unveils new driver’s licenses, ID cards The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration has announced a $3.5 million redesign of its driver’s license and identification cards. 2016-05-10 16:09 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 59 Warrant issued for burned Omaha man lists murder charge An arrest warrant alleging murder and four counts of attempted murder has been issued for an Omaha man recovering from burns. 2016-05-10 16:09 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 60 Video: Bison Declared National Mammal of the US While the bald eagle may be the national bird of the U. S., President Obama officially made the bison the official mammal of the United States by signing the National Bison Legacy Act into law. 2016-05-10 16:07 1KB abcnews.go.com 61 Indiana launches new website for business registrations Business owners in need of registering or re-registering with the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office may find it easier now that the state has launched a new website. 2016-05-10 16:01 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 62 Wolverine killed in North Dakota came from western states A wolverine that was shot and killed by a western North Dakota rancher spent time during its life in at least two western states. 2016-05-10 16:01 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 63 11 kilos of cocaine in RV in Gulfport leads to indictment A federal grand jury has indicted a man after authorities allegedly found about 11 kilos of cocaine in his RV. 2016-05-10 16:01 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 64 Video: Ferguson Swears in First Black Police Chief Delrish Moss said he hopes to diversify the police department. 2016-05-10 16:00 878Bytes abcnews.go.com 65 Indiana group hopes to put up new Underground Railroad sign A northwestern Indiana group is raising money to replace a well-weathered sign outside of a home that was once a stop on the Underground Railroad. 2016-05-10 15:58 1KB www.washingtontimes.com
66 Worcester women, son, get probation in Medicaid fraud scheme A Worcester woman and her adult son have received probation for cheating the state Medicaid system out of nearly $100,000. 2016-05-10 15:58 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 67 Video: Thousands More 'Panama Papers' Documents to Be Made Public The leaked data comes from nearly four decades of archives from a Panamanian law firm specialized in offshore entities, Mossack Fonseca, who denies any wrongdoing. 2016-05-10 15:58 1KB abcnews.go.com 68 Police: Woman arrested after child eats methamphetamine A Prairieville woman has been arrested after police say her 2-year-old child ate methamphetamine. 2016-05-10 15:58 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 69 WATCH: Horse rescued after falling into stormwater drain A search and rescue team worked tirelessly over four hours to rescue a horse that had fallen into a stormwater drain in Tembisa‚ Johannesburg. 2016-05-10 15:58 899Bytes www.timeslive.co.za 70 The Latest: Forecasters warn of tornado risk in Ohio Valley The Latest on severe weather affecting parts of the U. S. (all times local): 2016-05-10 15:57 2KB www.washingtontimes.com 71 Williston angler lands possible state-record paddlefish A Williston angler over the weekend landed what might be a North Dakota record paddlefish. 2016-05-10 15:57 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 72 Florence Masebe lifts the lid on alleged ‘racist’ incident on Mzansi Magic set Veteran actress Florence Masebe has come out strongly against an alleged racist incident which she witnessed on the set of Mzansi Magic’s telenovela, Ring of Lies. 2016-05-10 15:54 1KB www.timeslive.co.za 73 Being an Arsenal fan is so boring Last month Arsène Wenger took the risky step of suggesting that Arsenal supporters should be more like their Liverpool counterparts. 2016-05-10 12:44 3KB www.timeslive.co.za 74 Tbo Touch raises over R1 million for charity Forget the scandalous side of Tbo Touch. Forget the memes about the outfits. And discard that Metro FM drama ('cause he's back on air now - finish and klaar) We got to see a side of Touch that is closest to his heart. 2016-05-10 15:49 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 75 WATCH: ‘Dancing Stormtroopers’ performance whirls social media The "May the 4th be with you" fever has not concluded. After United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michele Obama danced with Stormtroopers, an elite guardian army 2016-05-10 15:49 2KB entertainment.inquirer.net 76 Authorities want to seize Detroit studio amid drug case Authorities involved in a federal drug case want to seize a historic Detroit recording studio that once welcomed Aretha Franklin, George Clinton, Berry Gordy, Miles Davis and others. 2016-05-10 15:48 1KB www.washingtontimes.com 77 Video: Yearbook Photo Misnames Student in Hijab as 'Isis' The principal said they are investigating the "regrettable misprint. " 2016-05-10 15:48 1KB abcnews.go.com
78 NBA: Curry returns from injury, drops 40 to rescue Warriors PORTLAND -- Stephen Curry nailed a 3-pointer in overtime and gestured to the crowd, exclaiming over and over: "I'm back! I'm back! " Golden State's superstar certainly 2016-05-10 15:41 4KB sports.inquirer.net 79 WATCH: Chinese woman rips out huge chunk of hair attempting a viral video challenge Graphic content usually comes with a “do not try this at home” disclaimer, and this trending video should certainly have had one. A 34-second clip of a woman from China who attempted the 2016-05-10 15:40 1KB technology.inquirer.net 80 New Libya government creates 'Presidential Guard' Libya's government of national unity on Tuesday announced the creation of a new military force to protect government buildings, border posts, vital installations and VIPs, a statement said. 2016-05-10 15:40 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 81 David Cameron in PR gaffe as he tells the Queen Nigeria and Afghanistan are 'fantastically corrupt' on mic David Cameron has been caught on microphone telling the Queen that Nigeria and Afghanistan are "possibly two of the most corrupt... 2016-05-10 15:30 1KB www.thedrum.com 82 Olympics: From waterless village to rowing in Rio An Indian rower has achieved an improbable feat by qualifying for the Rio Olympics -– despite coming from a drought-plagued village where there is not even enough water to drink. Dattu 2016-05-10 15:25 3KB sports.inquirer.net 83 'Bail'ed out: Six cricketers who were hit-wicket in IPL history Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Yuvraj Singh recently joined an elite list of cricketers during the match against Mumbai Indians during their IPL 9 tie 2016-05-10 15:24 2KB www.mid-day.com 84 Microsoft hits $1tn in all-time revenue While looking at Microsoft’s Washington state tax breaks, writer, technologist and activist Jeff Reifman noticed something: the... 2016-05-10 15:24 1KB www.thedrum.com 85 Marketing Moment 44: Apple introduces its first iPod at start of the millennium To celebrate the Ad Club of New York's 120th anniversary, The Drum is inviting readers to share their favorite marketing... 2016-05-10 15:22 2KB www.thedrum.com 86 Obama to make historic first presidential visit to Hiroshima Barack Obama will become the first sitting US president to visit atomic bomb-struck Hiroshima during a trip to Japan later this month, the White House said Tuesday. 2016-05-10 15:19 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 87 Hope Narendra Modi will now stop toppling governments: Arvind Kejriwal Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the floor test in the Uttarakhand assembly hinted at a victory for the ruling Congress 2016-05-10 15:13 1KB www.mid-day.com 88 Eva Mendes, Ryan Gosling welcome second daughter Hollywood stars Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling have welcomed a second daughter, after once again keeping the pregnancy under wraps, TMZ reported. Mendes, 42, who began dating the Canadian actor in 2016-05-10 15:13 2KB entertainment.inquirer.net
89 Man accused of killing girlfriend says she almost destroyed his marriage and cheated on him Mandla Philemon Mokoena a 36-year-old police officer stands accused of killing Khanyi Mathebula and Getron Jabula Ndlovu in Tembisa in March 2014. 2016-05-10 15:12 1KB www.timeslive.co.za 90 Petition calling on BBC to sack Laura Kuenssberg pulled following abuse from 'sexist trolls' A petition calling on the BBC to sack its political editor Laura Kuenssberg has been removed by its creators after trolls... 2016-05-10 15:01 2KB www.thedrum.com 91 Cadbury crunches down on Shazam and Snapchat in new singles bar push Cadbury is investing heavily in its singles brands such as Crunchie, Twirl and Wispa for the first time in 20 years,... 2016-05-10 15:01 2KB www.thedrum.com 92 Transit of Mercury across the Sun: Rare celestial event keeps Mumbaikars glued In a rare astronomical phenomenon that occurs only 13 times in a century, planet Mercury, on Monday was seen as dot on the solar disc from several parts of India 2016-05-10 14:59 2KB www.mid-day.com 93 Rights of inmates cannot be compromised‚ says prisons commissioner Correctional Services National Commissioner Zach Modise has reiterated that the rights of inmates cannot be compromised. 2016-05-10 14:59 3KB www.timeslive.co.za 94 Houston really wants the proposed bullet train to make a stop downtown A planned high-speed rail line remains a popular project with city officials, many of whom are holding onto hope for an eventual downtown terminal. 2016-05-10 17:51 4KB www.chron.com 95 Mother who supplied drugs in prom night sex death pleads guilty, sentenced The Houston mother who provided drugs and alcohol to her son before he choked his prom date pleaded guilty and was sentenced Tuesday morning. The son's 17-year-old prom date, Jacqueline Gomez, later died. 2016-05-10 17:51 2KB www.chron.com 96 Boy Who Donated His Hair to Kids With Cancer Now Has Cancer Not cool, universe. 2016-05-10 17:51 1KB rssfeeds.usatoday.com 97 Crazy in love: Beyonce commissions Israeli fashion designer for 'Formation' world tour For inspiration for the custom-made new line, Dror said she drew inspiration from Victorian and tribal influences. 2016-05-10 14:53 1KB www.jpost.com 98 Eight members of Hyderabad's 'snake gang' convicted A city court on Tuesday convicted eight members of a 'snake gang' involved in various crimes by threatening the victims with snakes 2016-05-10 14:51 1KB www.mid-day.com 99 French labour reforms: Government to force plan through The French cabinet gives the go-ahead for the president to force through highly controversial labour reforms, circumventing parliament. 2016-05-10 17:39 1KB www.bbc.co.uk
100 In pictures: The last nomadic people of Nepal Photographer Andrew Newey meets the Raute in the forests of Nepal. 2016-05-10 17:39 2KB www.bbc.co.uk Articles
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1 Marcos son admits ballot error, apologizes for cheating claim (1.02/2) It was an honest error. After initially denying that nothing went wrong while casting his vote, the son of vice presidential candidate Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Tuesday admitted that he shaded two circles for president in his ballot. “Yes, I shaded 2 presidents, it was an honest error on my part. I was a first time voter and extremely nervous,” Sandro Marcos said on his Facebook page. “I voted for (Davao City Mayor Rodrigo) Duterte as president, and saw the number 4 right after, so (I) shaded that as it was my dad’s number. I ended up shading Poe’s name instead of my dad’s, so my presidential vote didn’t count,” he said. On Monday, while he was filling out his ballot for the 2016 elections, he stood up and asked one of the board of election inspectors for a new one but he was declined. “Hindi po namin yun pwede i-cancel … ituloy mo na lang sir. Kung kasalanan namin papalitan namin, pero kung kayo po hindi,” one of the BEIs told the Marcos son. He later told reporters that everything went fine and denied he had any problems while voting. “Once again, it was an error on my part, and I think people need to relax a little bit, we all make errors now and then. At least my VP vote was right,” he said. In the same post, the younger Marcos apologized for accusing the administration of cheating as the number of vote counts for president and vice president did not match. “It was done out of anger and frustration against the electoral process,” he said. On his Twitter account on Monday night, Marcos posted: “Also the total votes for President are not the same total for the Vice President. What the hell #DayaangMatuwid.” The tweet was later taken down but he refused to admit that it was deleted. Instead, he said it was taken down as somebody reported it to Twitter officials. “I apologised on Twitter and am apologizing here for saying something so stupid. I know when I make mistakes and am more than happy to admit it. I was not initiating a personal attack, unlike those who responded,” he said. Marcos on Robredo lead: Plan B in full swing newsinfo.inquirer.net
PPCRV: No stopping quick count despite Marcos plea newsinfo.inquirer.net
Marcos camp asks Comelec, PPCRV to stop unofficial count newsinfo.inquirer.net 2016-05-10 18:02 Frances Mangosing newsinfo.inquirer.net
2 Sara not interested in being First Lady to ‘President Duterte’ (1.00/2) DAVAO CITY – The country’s next president still has no First Lady. This after Sara Duterte-Carpio, Rodrigo Duterte’s daughter, turned down the offer. “I am not interested. I’ll be busy being a mayor,” Sara said in a text message to the Philippine Daily Inquirer. The younger Duterte will return to her old post as mayor of this city. Her father earlier said he wanted Sara to be his First Lady. Duterte is separated from his wife, Elizabeth Zimmerman, who is battling Stage 3 breast cancer. Although separated from Rodrigo, Elizabeth joined the Byaheng DU30, a 30-day on-a-bus campaign all over Mindanao and the Visayas. Honeylet Avanceña, the mayor’s common-law wife with whom he has a 12-year old daughter, would not say if she could assume the role of a First Lady. Peter Laviña, Duterte’s spokesperson during the campaign period, on Tuesday morning said being the First Lady would not affect Sara’s role as mayor of Davao City. “Her role as First Lady will not be on a day-to-day basis,” Laviña said. “She’ll be there only during state dinners, state visits,” he added. Sara, however, is firm on her stand. In an earlier statement, she said she could not be First Lady because she was not good on time management. SFM
Palace ready, willing to work with Duterte newsinfo.inquirer.net 2016-05-10 18:02 Nico Alconaba newsinfo.inquirer.net
3 ‘Plan B’ a figment of imagination–Palace (1.00/2) Malacañang on Tuesday denied the existence of a so-called “Plan B” or a plot to impeach Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte once he is proclaimed president. “Masyado yatang malawak na imahinasyon ang ginagamit sa ganyang mga scenario,” Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. said in a Palace briefing. (Those thinking that probably have a big imagination.) Coloma asked media what exactly Plan B meant and the reporters present cited posts on social media claiming that the Aquino administration had a “Plan B” for the elections—ensure the victory of Camarines Sur Rep. Leni Robredo so she may succeed Duterte once he is impeached. The secretary pointed out that only Congress could file an impeachment complaint against the president. Coloma called such claims “irresponsible and reckless.” “At kung kumbinsido tayo na iresponsable at reckless ‘yun, baka naman waste of time din ‘yun na binibigyang pansin pa natin,” he said. (And if we are convinced that it is irresponsible and reckless maybe it is a waste of time for us to even take notice of it.) He said it was disrespectful to the House of Representatives for people to suggest that it would call for the impeachment of the next president, especially since its new members had yet to be proclaimed. With Robredo leading the vice presidential race by a small margin, according to the unofficial count of the Commission on Elections Transparency Server, her contender Sen. Bongbong marcos is claiming that “Plan B is in full swing.” READ: Marcos on Robredo lead: ‘Plan B’ in full swing
Palace ready, willing to work with Duterte newsinfo.inquirer.net 2016-05-10 18:02 Kristine Angeli newsinfo.inquirer.net
4 Robredo dares critics: Prove accusations of LP poll cheating (1.00/2) Liberal Party vice presidential candidate Camarines Sur Rep. Ma. Leonor “Leni” Robredo on Tuesday asked critics to substantiate the allegations that the ruling party is manipulating the results of the unofficial tally of votes from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) where she is leading. “Napakaunfair na masabing nandadaya na hindi mo naman sinasubstantiate (It’s so unfair to accuse someone of cheating without substantiating your claim),” Robredo lamented in a press briefing at Microtel Acropolis in Quezon City. READ: Marcos on Robredo lead: ‘Plan B’ in full swing Supporters of her closest rival Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., even his son Sandro, are questioning the results of the partial tally from Comelec showing Robredo ahead of Marcos by more than 200,000 votes. “There was a point in the quick count na tayo yung kulelat pero hindi tayo nambabato ng (where I was at the bottom but I did not throw) accusations,” she said. Robredo said she’s interested to know how cheating in the counting of votes would be possible, pointing out that rigging votes in an automated electoral process without human intervention is not feasible. READ: Amid tight VP race, Robredo appeals to supporters: Be calm Asked if she is ready to face an electoral protest when she assumes the vice presidency, she said, she never fought an easy fight. “Nothing is ever handed to me in a silver platter. But it makes victory sweeter,” she said. RAM
Marcos on Robredo lead: Plan B in full swing newsinfo.inquirer.net 2016-05-10 18:02 Julliane Love newsinfo.inquirer.net
5 Testimony to begin in civil trial against Colorado theater (1.00/2) CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) - Opening statements are set to begin in a civil trial over whether the company that owns a Colorado movie theater should have done more to prevent a 2012 shooting there. Attorneys will deliver their statements Tuesday morning before six jurors and two alternates begin hearing testimony in the case against Cinemark. Jurors will be asked to decide whether, in an age of mass shootings, the company should have foreseen the shooting that left 12 dead and more than 70 others injured. Twenty-eight victims and their families are suing the theater company in state court. Their lawsuit says Cinemark should have had silent alarms and armed guards at the packed midnight premiere of a Batman film, where James Holmes launched his attack. Holmes was sentenced last year to life in prison.
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6 Authorities: Williston man, 20, dead after head-on crash (0.01/2) WILLISTON, N. D. (AP) - Authorities say a 20-year-old Williston man is dead after the pickup he was driving crashed head-on with another vehicle. The North Dakota Highway Patrol said in a news release that 20-year-old Taylor Dopson died from injuries sustained in the Sunday morning crash south of Williston. The release says Dopson was driving a Chevrolet pickup on U. S. Highway 85 that crossed the paved median and struck a Kenworth truck head-on. According to the Highway Patrol, the Chevrolet went into a ditch and started on fire. The Highway Patrol says the 34-year-old man driving the other vehicle was injured and taken to a hospital by helicopter.
Authorities: Man dead after motorcycle jumps curb, hits pole washingtontimes.com 2016-05-10 14:01 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
7 Bihar Board (Biharboard.ac.in) Class 12th Science Result 2016: BSEB Intermediate Results 2016 has been declared today, 3:30 PM on biharboard.bih.nic.in (0.01/2) Amidst all speculations and anticipation, the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has been declared the Bihar Board 12th Science Result 2016 today, 10 th May at 3:30 PM. Right after the ceremonial declaration of the BSEB 12th Result 2016 students can access the same at the official website of the Bihar Board at biharboard.ac.in and biharboard.bih.nic.in. Results will also be available for download at the partner result portals as well like bihar12.jagranjosh.com . Check your Bihar Board Intermediate class 12 th Science Result 2016 at http://bihar12.jagranjosh.com It is obvious on the part of every student to wait for the examination result. In fact, Bihar 12 th results bring out more anxiety in a student rather than the examination. Soon after the completion of the 12 th Board examination, on 04 March 2016, students have been waiting eagerly for the Bihar Board Intermediate Science Result 2016. The examination started on 24 February 2016. Students are likely to face network issues while checking their Bihar Board Intermediate Science Result 2016 online. Therefore, students are required to keep patience and also wait for the website to reload properly. Alternatively, students can also follow the simple steps given below to check their Bihar Board 12 th Science Result and Bihar 12 th Science Result without any problems or issues. * Visit http://bihar12.jagranjosh.com * Enter your hall ticket / admit card number along with other relevant details * Click on the ‘Submit’ button * Check your Bihar Result and download / take printout of the scorecard The Bihar Board is likely to issue the original result mark sheet and certificate later on. To help them, the above-mentioned website will also offer the facility to download a softcopy / PDF to the students. Until the official documents are made available by the BSEB, we request students to maintain soft copy / printout. The admission process for various undergraduate courses will kick start right after the declaration of Bihar 12th Result 2016. Students should, therefore, not waste their pre-result declaration time and instead, plan out their professional career ahead. The previous year the Bihar Board Intermediate Science Result was declared on 20 May 2015. The result was well received by a total of 6.33 lakh students. About Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB): The Bihar School Examination Board is the apex educational board of the State. Since its inception, the Board is involved in conducting the examination, evaluating the answer sheets and publishing the result on time. Every year the Board witnesses increased student participation. The examinations are conducted for Secondary and Senior Secondary Levels. Supplementary school examinations are also conducted for those students who do not qualify in the examination. The examinations for Class 10 th and Class 12 th are usually conducted in the month of February/ March and Bihar Board Result is declared in the month of May. The supplementary examination for the failed students is held in the month of August/ September. All the examinations are abided to the course/ syllabus prescribed by the State Government. Mid-day team wishes all the students good luck for the result!
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8 ‘Unprecedented’: UK activist fearing US extradition, 99yr sentence awaits landmark court ruling Gifted programmer and human rights activist Lauri Love, 31, stands accused of intercepting online systems operated by the Fed, NASA, the FBI, the US Department of Defense and the US Environmental Protection Agency, among others. The US Department of Justice (DoJ) is pursuing him with three extradition orders, claiming he and several collaborators violated millions of US networks between 2012 and 2013, landing US tax payers with a multimillion dollar damages bill. The series of political protests, dubbed “#OpLastResort,” was orchestrated by online activist network Anonymous to decry the US criminal justice system’s draconian persecution of the late Aaron Swartz. Facing $1 million in fines and up to 35 years in prison, the talented programmer and entrepreneur eventually took his own life in 2013. He was just 26 years old. Love is suing Britain’s equivalent of the FBI, the National Crime Agency (NCA), for the return of multiple electronic devices seized from him during a 2013 police raid. He was arrested in October of that year for alleged offenses under Britain’s Computer Misuse Act, supposedly relating to #OpLastResort. Following his arrest, the NCA snatched a range of computers, drives and other devices from Love's family home and handed him an order under Section 49 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) to surrender his encryption keys. The NCA had hoped to sift through his data to ensure it was solely his. Love flatly refused to comply, and was later released on bail. His police bail expired nine months later and the NCA’s probe appeared to have ground to a halt. However, the law enforcement body held on to six of his devices which investigators had been unable to decrypt. When Love later launched a civil suit to regain access to these devices, the NCA retaliated. In a sinister twist of events, the law enforcement body attempted to use his civil suit as a mechanism to push for the erosion of privacy rights. Love’s supporters criticized the manoeuvre, branding it a defacto power grab that could see his Fifth Amendment rights violated if the British government extradited him to the US. During a hearing at Westminster Magistrate’s Court last month, District Judge Tempia heard arguments from Love’s legal counsel and the NCA. Judge Tempia reserved her final ruling until May 10. Love is due to return to Westminster Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday morning, where the judge will decide if the NCA can use his civil property suit to force him to hand over his encryption keys. The NCA is adamant that Love must surrender the passwords to secure the return of his property, despite the fact no charges have been brought against him. This would enable the law enforcement body to scrutinize his private data without evidence of wrongdoing. Love, who is a passionate privacy rights advocate and social justice campaigner, says he is unable to assist with the NCA’s request. The case casts a glaring spotlight on the global debate concerning the sanctity of encrypted data and governments’ right to penetrate it. It also raises deep concerns about the continued erosion of privacy rights and state sovereignty in a cross-border climate of mass snooping. Lawyers, journalists, privacy rights campaigners and hackivists worldwide are outraged at the treatment Love is receiving, arguing that his civil suit has been manipulated to violate his human rights and the privacy rights of UK citizens at large. The Courage Foundation, which offers support to those who risk their life or freedom to make serious contributions to the public record, is backing Love’s refusal to hand over his keys. It is also raising funds to help fight his extradition battle. The group’s campaign officer, Naomi Colvin, says the judge’s decision on Tuesday could set an ominous precedent for anyone in Britain who relies on encrypted data. “A decision in favor of the NCA tomorrow would be breaking new ground. While the UK does have a key surrender law, this would make it much easier for police to compel people to hand over their passwords, bypassing the safeguards that Parliament stipulated back in 2000,” she said. “That prospect should worry anyone in the UK with an interest in communicating or storing information securely. Since developments in the UK are watched with interest by other governments, the ramifications could well end up being felt internationally.” Love’s US lawyer, Tor Ekeland, previously told RT the NCA may have collaborated with US authorities behind closed doors with respect to his client’s case. “It is my understanding, although I have not seen confirmation of this, that mirror images of Lauri’s drives were sent to the U. S,” he said. “This is a war over who controls information. Anything that threatens the [US] government’s control over information is viewed as a direct threat and is punished accordingly”. Ekeland argued talented computer enthusiasts often hone their skills through hacking. "If the U. S. had been prosecuting computer crimes in the 1970’s like they are now, Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Bill Gates all would have gone to jail and you would have no Apple or Microsoft because both those companies were started by hackers," he said. "Every good computer person I know learned their craft by hacking. It’s no coincidence that modern hacking arises from MIT, one of our prestigious research universities. " The treaty governing UK-US extradition proceedings came into force in April 2007 and has been branded one-sided by critics. It allows the US government to extradite UK citizens for alleged crimes committed under US law on British soil. The British government has no such reciprocal right. Critics also argue the degree of evidence required to extradite an American citizen to Britain is significantly higher than that needed to hand over a UK citizen to the US. Technologist and surveillance expert at Privacy International Richard Tynan says the NCA’s demands are unjust and unprecedented. “At the moment, there is a presumption that computers in the custody of the NCA contain prohibited information. There is no evidence upon which the UK police are basing this presumption,” he told RT. “In relation to some of the exhibits, the UK police are unable to even ascertain whether or not encryption has been used.” Tynan warned Tuesday’s ruling will have far-reaching consequences. “Given the unfettered access that the USA has to the UK spy agencies’ data, as shown from the Snowden disclosures, it is clear that the UK can do the dirty work of the US government in collecting data that it could not under its laws,” he said. “It is difficult to see how any journalist, worth their salt, would not sympathize with Lauri Love in this case as the protection of their sources and the material they disclose are essential in holding the powerful to account.” Love’s US-UK legal team say he could face up to 99 years in prison if extradited to America. The NCA previously declined to comment directly on his extradition proceedings or those concerning his civil property suit. When asked whether it felt pressured by the NSA and/or other US authorities regarding Love’s case, a spokesperson for the law enforcement body said: “The NCA is an independent law enforcement agency. We would not routinely confirm or deny specific communications with partners.” In January 2011, Aaron Swartz was arrested by officers based at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Police Department, after he rigged up a computer to the prestigious university’s network in a nearby closet. The computer had been set to download journal articles from well-known digital library JSTOR, which the university used. US prosecutors subsequently charged the internet prodigy with eleven breaches of the US Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and a further two counts of wire fraud. Facing crippling fines and the potential prospect of decades in prison, Swartz tragically committed suicide 2013. His untimely death hurtled political activists and digiphiles across the globe into mourning.
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9 ‘Lesser evil is not a solution’: Green Party candidates debate on RT America Three out of five candidates for the party’s presidential nomination – Jill Stein, Kent Mesplay and Sedinam Kinamo Christin Moyowasifza Curry – joined RT America’s Tyrel Ventura, Tabetha Wallace and Sean Stone to make their case. The debate was broadcast live using a 360- degree camera. In the candidates’ opening remarks, Moyowasifza Curry argued that America’s problems started back before the founding of the US, and said she would teach “truth, love and honesty” to heal the nation’s wounds. Mesplay said he wanted to give a voice for the indigenous people worldwide, mistreated by the nations that surround them. Stein, a physician who was the party’s candidate in 2012, said her goal was to apply medicine to politics, “the mother of all illnesses.” Appealing to the middle As the Green Party becomes more visible, it will become more viable in a general election, Mespley argued. “We get away from lesser-evilism by growing the Green Party early,” he said. Moyowasifza Curry said that she was reaching out to people in person, explaining that “We could win the White House and paint it Green.” The candidacies of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have created the “perfect storm for independent politics we need,” Stein argued, describing Clinton as the candidate of fear and Trump as the candidate of hate. “Hate and fear are not what democracy needs.” Reforming the process Asked what they would do to reform the US electoral process, every candidate offered something different. “Election day should be a legal holiday,” Moyowasifza Curry said. She also called for early voting, extending the vote to children and youths, and abolishing the Electoral College, since it was based on the enslavement of African-Americans. Mesplay said he would lower the voting age to 16, while keeping the paper ballot, since the machines could be tampered with. Stein was also in favor of paper ballots, but proposed ranked-choice voting in order to eliminate the concept of “spoiler” parties and two-way races. China and Russia “We have one planet, we are one race,” Moyowasifza Curry said, urging the US to learn from “older, more mature” civilizations like China and Russia. “We need to step back and understand that we’re the baby here.” “It would be helpful to find common ground for the Eagle and the Bear to come together,” Mespley said of Russia. He expressed concern that China was emulating the US in a “race to the bottom,” becoming “more predatory” and consumerist. Instead of fighting each other, nations of the world should join forces in the great war against “climatic instability,” the common enemy of all, he said. US policy toward Russia is a “marketing strategy for the weapons industry,” Stein said, used to justify expensive military projects like the F-35 fighter jet. She described the US encirclement of Russia as a “Cuban missile crisis on steroids,” and said the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade pact is “creating a trade war with China right now.” Nuclear weapons and energy All three candidates were adamantly opposed not just to nuclear weapons, but nuclear energy. “We don’t need that,” Moyowasifza Curry said, adding there were enough nuclear weapons in the world for the human race to commit collective suicide. “We really need a nuclear-free world,” said Mespley, explaining that he opposed nuclear energy because it gave legitimacy to the existence of nuclear weapons. “It’s not only shameful, it’s extremely dangerous” that the US has been modernizing its nuclear weapons, said Stein, voicing opposition for Washington’s abandonment of the ABM treaty. How to deal with terrorism “We created every enemy we have by our actions and our behaviors,” Moyowasifza Curry said, noting that domestic terrorism was just as dangerous as its international cousin. She urged compatriots to reach out to allies in the Islamic world. Mespley agreed, saying that “perverted and corrupted Islam” was behind terrorism, while authentic Muslims have been horrified by it. “More people were killed by toddlers since 9/11 than by so-called Islamic terrorists,” Stein argued. “Our wars in Iraq, Syria and Libya have fanned the flames of ISIS.” Modern Islamic terrorism was created by the CIA and Saudi Arabia in the 1980s to fight the Russians in Afghanistan, she said. Guns and violence “We need to get automatic weapons off the streets” and hold gun manufacturers and distributors accountable for violence, Stein argued as the debate on domestic policy issues kicked off with a question about gun control. Moyowasifza Curry said she would “outlaw and eliminate by decree guns” within the first 100 days, if elected. Mesplay acknowledged that this was the party stance, but said he personally supported Second Amendment rights in the face of a heavily armed US military “acting like a predator across the planet.” Mesplay went on to advocate a “Green New Deal” to create jobs, while promoting local self- sufficiency as the way to go forward. Stein pointed out that “vast concentrations of wealth corrupt our political system,” while Moyowasifza Curry denounced capitalism altogether. “I am a socialist, and capitalism is barbaric,” Moyowasifza Curry said. Food waste and social safety nets Moyowasifza Curry also denounced corporate welfare as “criminal,” and argued that companies which can’t make a profit without taxpayer support “don’t deserve to be in business.” Mesplay pushed for a “universal agreed income,” but noted it would require changing the infrastructure to prevent individuals from gaming the system. All candidates agreed that industrialized food production has been creating problems, and advocated a focus on organic agriculture, local sustainability, and banning genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Feminism and police brutality They likewise agreed that feminism – or “post-patriarchal values” as Mesplay phrased it – was a core value of the party. Moyowasifza Curry referenced a Ghanaian proverb about educating women helping the entire community, while Stein said that reproductive rights were a human right off-limits to government intrusion. “End the racist war on drugs,” urged Stein, further advocating for release of nonviolent offenders imprisoned on drug charges. Moyowasifza Curry, who wore a ‘Black Lives Matter’ button, echoed that sentiment, adding that she would mandate sensitivity training for police officers. The entire concept of “whiteness” was misconstrued, she said, a product of ignorance. “We need a cultural shift, to not have a militarized police force,” Mesplay said, adding that he would establish a commission to document police killings. Whistleblowers and secrets Whistleblowers like Chelsea Manning and Edward Snowden took great risks to expose the government’s shadowy operations, and should be praised for it, Mesplay said. Both of them, as well as Julian Assange, should be “welcomed home heroes,” argued Stein, because they revealed things “American people desperately needed to know about.” Moyowasifza Curry added she would give the whistleblowers a “ticker-tape parade in Washington, DC.” Reigning in the Pentagon The $600 billion US military budget is actually understated, since it does not account for the costs of Veterans Affairs and the chronic traumas that exact a cost on the society as a whole, Mesplay argued. He would transform the military’s logistics capability to serve peaceful purposes. Moyowasifza Curry agreed that the US military would be better used to build peace at home, advocating cutting the military in half and establishing the Department of Peace. “We can fix this – we started it, we can stop it,” Stein said, arguing that the US foreign policy based on economic and military domination has been “absolutely catastrophic,” resulting in failed states, mass refugee flows, and terrorism. “We have a trigger finger on an extremely bloated military,” she added, saying that every dollar spent on clean energy would create three times more jobs than if spent on the military. Campaign finance All of the candidates came out against corporate finance in politics, criticizing the current electoral system is outdated and in need of reform. “We won’t get to 300 if we allow this buying of democracy,” Moyowasifza Curry said, pointing out that 158 families account for the bulk of political donations in US elections. She urged the passage of a constitutional amendment to “end corporate personhood.” Currently, corporations are “super-people that never die,” Mespley noted, likewise opposed to the ruling. Stein pointed out that Citizens United was not the only SCOTUS verdict corrupting the political process, and pointed to the “incredible corrupting influence of the corporate media in this race,” with the amount of coverage given to mainstream candidate Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. Stein was the Green Party’s presidential nominee in 2012. She is a medical doctor who has led initiatives promoting healthy communities, green economy and democracy. She was the principal organizer for the Global Climate Convergence for People, Planet and Peace over Profit. Mesplay describes himself as “Euro-American Blackfoot,” and has comedienne Roseanne Barr as his running mate. An engineer by education, he was born to American parents in a Papua New Guinea rainforest. Mesplay has been active in the Green Party since 1995. Indigenous issues are a major plank of his campaign platform. Moyowasifza Curry is a California native who has extensive experience in project management, and joined the Greens after becoming disillusioned with Democratic politics. She has served as a political strategist in the West African nation of Ghana. The Green Party convention will be held from August 4-7 in Houston, Texas.
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10 10 Contradictory killing: 5 shot dead after gunman decides ‘to scare’ offenders, ‘shoots in the air’ At about 6 a.m. on Sunday, a group of bikers and a local resident who belonged to the same motorcycle club started arguing near an abandoned brewery in the village of Chelokhovo in the Moscow Region, according to Natalya Osipova, a Moscow Region Court spokesperson cited by RIA Novosti. The man was identified by the Russian Investigative Committee as 27-year- old Ilya Aseyev. According to reports, the men had been drinking alcohol. Aseyev got angry with the bikers after they allegedly insulted him in the presence of two women, Life.ru reported. The man, eager to get back at the men, went home and got a shotgun. This is where the events become murky. Aseyev, who admitted to killing all five, insists he fired his gun into the air and accidentally shot one of the bikers dead, the court spokesperson said. Killing the other four was only logical, since they could have served as witnesses against him, the suspect reportedly said. According to Osipova, four of those killed were bikers, and the fifth killed was a local. This last one was reportedly only injured by a shotgun blast, and Aseyev allegedly finished him off with a knife. Aseyev allegedly didn’t notice one woman who was sleeping in a tent at that point, and took mercy on another who he forced to drive him home. The woman reportedly raised an alarm as soon as she got rid of the killer. The two women helped investigators identify the suspect, who was hiding in his home. Investigators have also found a car in which Aseyev allegedly left the crime scene – and the Saiga rifle in it. The investigation committee initially reported that the man had burnt all of the evidence in a campfire and then left. A source close to the investigation told TASS that, the suspect had left after an argument, and waited until the bikers fell asleep. He later returned with a Saiga hunting carbine and intentionally shot them dead. Criminologists allegedly discovered knife, as well as gunshot wounds, on the bikers’ bodies, Life.ru reported, adding that, according to Aseyev’s confession, he stabbed the bikers several times after they had already died from being shot. A local court has ordered that Aseyev be detained until June 8, on suspicion of killing two or more people, when a substantive hearing will take place. He may face a life sentence under the Russian criminal code. Aseyev has offered apologies to the families of his victims, saying that although they treated him “badly for no reason,” he understands his words “change nothing. ” The source told TASS that the bikers were members of the Moscow chapter of an international club of Honda motorbike owners and fans. It’s believed that the four members had planned to take part in a motorcycle trip entitled “Roads of Memory,” which is dedicated to the 71st anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The journey was due to start in the city of Yegoryevsk in the Moscow Region. A bikers’ get-together was also due to take place in the area on Sunday. 2016-05-10 18:02 www.rt.com
11 ‘Immortal Regiment’ marches pay tribute to WW2 heroes worldwide (PHOTOS, VIDEOS) The marches, which are taking place from May 7 through May 9, are an act of admiration and remembrance of all those who showed bravery during perhaps the most terrifying time in our recent history. They serve to show that each person who died or suffered in World War II was someone’s family, someone’s loved one. Since its inception in 2007, the Immortal Regiment initiative has been met with unprecedented support, and by 2015 it had received national status. Last year it was held in seven other countries in post-Soviet space and Europe for the first time. This year’s map of the Regiment movement, however, is unprecedented. It will be held in London, Berlin, Kiev, and Astana. The Regiment will march through Tajikistan, Austria, Latvia, Estonia, Malta, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Even in Switzerland, where people voted against a mass march passing through the streets, an online “parade” will be held, and, of course, in Moscow and all of the Russian regions, millions are expected to show up for the Regiment march on May 9. In a number of countries, the Immortal Regiment has already marched, joined mostly by members of the Russian-speaking community, as well as the locals. Prague, Czech Republic Some 700 people took part in Prague’s first Immortal Regiment march. They sung the most popular Russian war songs, Katyusha and Smuglyanka, and wore the orange-and-black striped ribbons of St. George, which stand for the Soviet Union’s contribution to the allied victory in World War II. The daughter of Czechoslovakia’s ex-president and acclaimed World War II hero, Ludvigh Svoboda, took part in the event, which was held in Gradchyany, Prague’s historic district. Toronto and Montreal, Canada An annual Veterans’ parade was joined by participants of the Immortal Regiment, with some 3,000 people marching through Toronto, according to reports. Montreal also hosted the Regiment march earlier today. Chisinau, Moldova The event was held in Moldova for the second time, on the day of Saint George the Conqueror. The parade ended with a concert, where songs and waltzes from the World War II era greeted the marchers. Chisinau is to hold two Immortal Regiment parades this year – the second and bigger one is to take place on May 9. Madrid, Spain Madrid has hosted its first Immortal Regiment march, with some 200 people taking part. Apart from World War II veterans, the participants of Madrid’s event also remembered those who died in Spain’s Civil War from 1936 to 1939. The mass event, organized by the regional association of Russian expatriates in Spain with the support of the Russian Embassy, will also take place in Barcelona, San Sebastian, and Altea. Beijing, China The capital of China hosted the event for the first time this year. The assembly was not large, as any gathering of over 50 people is considered a rally in the country. Still, with the authorities’ approval, people gathered in a small park near the Russian embassy and shared their families’ wartime stories. The war in China was still far from over on May 9. The families of veterans in both Russia and China do not tend to separate those victories, however. Rome, Italy Rome became the first city in Italy to host the Immortal Regiment march. Some 300 people took part in the event, which is also scheduled to take place in several other Italian cities. Brisbane, Australia A march along the quays of Brisbane and a colorful automobile parade took place in this Australian city, with those too old and fragile to endure the walking pushed in wheelchairs. Jerusalem, Israel For the third year in a row, the Israelis are among the most active participants in the Immortal Regiment movement. Some 1,500 people marched through Jerusalem, where the Regiment was joined by war veterans. The southern city of Ashdod also hosted the event, with 11 more cities still to host their own. Beirut, Lebanon Some 200 people took part in the event for the second time since last year, despite the uneasy situation in this Middle Eastern country. In addition, activists from the youth organization KARIL have been giving out St. George ribbons at Beirut’s universities since April 23, spreading knowledge of the scariest war of the 20th century, with lectures dedicated to the victory over fascism planned for May 9. Paris, France The Immortal Regiment has passed through the capital of France, with hundreds of veterans, diplomats, Russian guests, and French nationals marching from the Place de la Bastille to Pere Lachaise cemetery, where they laid flowers before the monument dedicated to the Russian heroes of the Resistance. Similar events are also to take place today in Strasbourg, Nice and Montpellier. New York, US Six cities hosted the Immortal Regiment parade in the US, and the event is also scheduled to be held in the country’ capital on May 9. The biggest procession gathered in New York, where over 500 descendants of Soviet and American war heroes sung wartime songs and hymns while marching along the Hudson River. They released several hundred white balloons adorned with the images of cranes into the sky, symbolizing the deceased warriors. Washington DC, US The Immortal Regiment March has also been held in Washington DC, the US capital. Chicago, Orlando, Seattle, Denver, and Houston also hosted the event. Vienna, Austria Some 300 people took part in the Immortal Regiment parade here, according to the event organizers. Austrians and Russians who live in the country marched to the Heroes’ Monument of the Red Army, where they laid flowers in memory of the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. One of Vienna’s liberators, veteran Vladimir Raspolykhin, led the march. The Immortal Regiment has also paraded through Sweden’ capital once again, with dozens of people marching in commemoration of their lost loved ones. It kicked off with a gratitude mass at the Church of Sergius of Radonezh, and then the “ small Swede regiment, ” as one of the participants lovingly named it, marched through the streets of Stockholm, shared family stories, and ate some plain army mush. The first Immortal Regiment March was held here last year. South Korean capital Seoul hosted its first Immortal Regiment parade last year. This year the initiative drew twice as many participants, according to the organizers. Dozens also marched through the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina, joining the global commemoration for the first time. Reports say the March drew a great deal of interest from the locals, who joined in and asked for more information about the event and its purpose.
2016-05-10 18:02 www.rt.com
12 Will be surprised if Dhoni stays captain till 2019 WC: Sourav Ganguly New Delhi : Former captain Sourav Ganguly has said that he would be surprised if current limited overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni leads the Indian team in 2019 World Cup and backed Virat Kohli to be given the leadership role soon. M S Dhoni and Sourav Ganguly Ganguly said the national selectors should take a call on this issue so that the country can plan for the future. "(MS) Dhoni has been captain for nine years, which is a long period. He has been fantastic in the way he has gone about his job as captain, but does he have the ability in next four years to see India into the World in 2019. Does he have it in him to go for another four years? He has already given up Test cricket and now plays only ODIs and T20s," Ganguly said. "So the selectors need to find an answer to whether they see Dhoni leading India in 2019. If the answer is no, then find a new captain. If the answer is yes, which I will find very very surprising, Dhoni continues," he was quoted as saying by 'India Today'. "Every cricket team in the world plans their future. But my question to the selectors is three-fours years down the line, do they see MS Dhoni as captain of India? " Ganguly asked. However, Ganguly backed Dhoni to continue playing international cricket, saying India still "need him". "I am not saying he needs to quit cricket, I feel he should continue to play in the shorter formats of the game. India still need him in the limited-overs cricket," said the former captain. Ganguly also lauded Kohli for his achievements as Test captain and for his on-field exploits in every format of the game. "Virat Kohli is getting better every time. He is probably the best in the world in terms of consistency. His mental energy, tenacity is unreal. His attitude on the field is superb. His record as Test captain has been good," he said. "Decision on appointing Kohli as captain should go in terms of where MS goes from here? There's no disregard to him (Dhoni), he's been one of the greatest captains of the country," Ganguly said. Kohli has been averaging 52.70 as Test captain and has slammed four centuries in his 10- match stint so far. In ODIs, Kohli has led India in 17 matches and his batting average has been 70.83, including four hundreds. Overall, he averages 51.51 in the 50-over format.
2016-05-10 18:02 By PTI www.mid-day.com
13 LOOK: What Roxas did after conceding to Duterte What did Mar Roxas do after his emotional concession speech? He craved a burger. Hours after giving a heartfelt speech before his supporters, campaign staff and the media, Roxas decided to take a break and satisfy his craving in a burger joint along Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City. Like what he would always say, amid the “vicious” political battle he’s in, Roxas, in the photos, looked “serene” and “at peace.” While at the burger place, students in the restaurant approached Roxas and offered to pray over him. His political ally Yacap Rep. Carol Lopez said some of the students cried. Josh Torres, one of the students who prayed over Roxas, posted their photo on Twitter with the caption: “And at the end of it all, you’re still just man. Limited and flawed, but God is greater and so is His love. @MARRoxas” It has been a gloomy day for his supporters, campaign staff and family as Roxas announced on Tuesday that he has conceded defeat to Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte. “Digong, I wish you success. Ang iyong tagumpay ay tagumpay ng ating sambayanan at ng ating bansa,” Roxas said as the people around him, most of them tearing up, cheered for him. He then told his supporters and staff: “I read somewhere that it is not the battle or the conquest that we remember. But the soldier who stood beside us, na tumutoo sa atin, who we treasure the most. Sa inyong lahat, maraming-maraming salamat. Hindi ko po kayo makakalimutan.” As many of them cried, Roxas told them, “I love you all!” With his voice cracking, Roxas gave them this reminder: “There are many tears in the room. Let me tell you this is not a time for tears.” “For our country, we have had a peaceful successful transfer of power. It’s not about me. It’s not about anyone. It’s about how we love our country and how we’ll do all that we can for her. She’s the only one,” said Roxas. /rga
2016-05-10 18:02 Julliane Love newsinfo.inquirer.net
14 Still no Manuel for Aces in PBA Finals game 3 Down 0-2 against Rain or Shine in the 2016 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals, Alaska could definitely use the services of Vic Manuel but the veteran forward has been ruled out of Game 3 on Wednesday. Manuel hasn’t played since suffering a tear in his right calf in Game 2 of the quarterfinals against TNT last month. “No,” said Alaska head coach Alex Compton when asked about Manuel’s status on the eve of Game 3. “He’s definitely not playing tomorrow.” Compton, though, isn’t fully closing the door on the possibility of Manuel returning in the championship series, but said he won’t force Manuel to suit up unless he gets a go-signal from the doctors. “We’ll see,” Compton said on whether Manuel can still come back in the finals. “I never force players who are injured. He’s got a whole career [ahead], that’s how he provides for his family. If I did something to force him into a worse injury, it sets him back. It’s selfish and wrong so we don’t do that.” “So if he can come back and play if the doctors tell me he’s a hundred percent he’ll play. If he can’t and he’s injured and risks a greater injury I would never do that to a player, never,” he added. If he had his way, Manuel won’t even think twice about being back on the floor despite not being in top form with his team still winless so far in the best-of-seven finals series. “Gusto ko sana maglaro kaso hindi 100% eh baka mamaya bumigay ulit sa game lalong lumala yung injury,” said Manuel, who still attends practices regularly as a show of support. Manuel said he is making progress in his recovery, but returning to full health will take more time. “Nag-i-improve naman kaso hindi kaya maging 100% hanggang series na ‘to mahihirapan,” said Manuel. “Yung injury ko mahirap talaga pagalingin agad, napunit talaga yung muscle. kahapon nag-try ako mag-court may pumitik na naman ngayon sumakit, ngayon sumakit napunit kasi.” “Yun pa yung strong foot ko kaya mahirap kasi nandoon talaga lahat ng pwersa. Mahirapan talaga.” Aside from Manuel and JVee Casio (knee), who is out for the conference, Eric Menk, another reliable big man, will also miss Game 3.
2016-05-10 18:02 Mark Giongco sports.inquirer.net
15 Man gets arrested after teaching girlfriend’s dog to perform Hitler salute Scottish officials had no choice but to apprehended a man on Monday, after teaching and filming his girlfriend’s pug to respond to Nazi slogans as a ‘prank’. Markus Meechan, a native of Lanarkshire, Scotland, was guilty of uploading a video of the dog named Buddah, who was raising its paw in an imitation Nazi salute, popularised by the dreaded German dictator and Nazi Party leader, Adolf Hitler. As per reports from The Telegraph, Meechan taught the unsuspecting pooch to respond to the phrase “gas the Jews” as well as “Sieg Heil,” He also let the dog view footage of the man behind the Holocaust giving a speech. In an almost two-and-a-half minute Youtube clip entitled “M8 Yer Dugs A Nazi”, Meechan revealed his motives behind his insensitive joke. “My girlfriend is always ranting and raving about how cute her dog is so I thought I would turn her into the least cute thing you could think of which is a Nazi,” the report quoted him saying. Shortly after his arrest, Meechan denied being racist, and insisted he’d made the video solely to annoy his girlfriend. “I am so sorry to the Jewish community for any offence I have caused them. This was never my intention and I apologise.” *insert 2nd photo. Caption: Markus Meechan. Photo taken from YouTube footage Despite the severity of his prank gone bad, authorities had trouble discerning Meechan’s charges. He was subsequently released pending further investigations and has since declined to comment any further. A spokesperson for the Scottish Council of Jewish Communities (SCJC), meanwhile, did not accept Meechan’s apologies and went on to condemn his actions. “Antisemitism is not something that can in any degree be regarded as a joke,” SCIJC director Ephraim Borowski told the Telegraph. “It is a form of racism which needs to be condemned just as we would any other form of racism, just as we would condemn Islamophobia or anti-African racism.” Meanwhile, one of the arresting officers at the scene, Detective Inspector David Cockburn, advised the public about taking their jokes too far. “This arrest should serve as a warning to anyone posting such material online, or in any other capacity, that such views will not be tolerated.” Khristian Ibarrola
2016-05-10 18:02 INQUIRER.net newsinfo.inquirer.net
16 WATCH: Snow White charmingly ‘enchants’ two-year-old boy with autism Among all the Disney characters, a two-year-old boy with autism gavelled Snow White as the ‘fairest of them all’. A video shared by a mother showing a priceless interaction between her son, who has non-verbal autism, and a Snow White impersonator at a Disney amusement park has gone viral over the past few hours. Amanda Coley uploaded a heartwarming video of her son, Jackson “Jack-Jack” Coley. Jack-Jack was ‘extremely shy’ and hesitant to meet other Disney characters during their vacation last November, according to Fox News. All this changed when he met a woman dressed as Snow White, with whom he was enthralled by her graciousness. The video continues to flock thousands of views on social media site YouTube. “I must have cried 1000 tears watching his interaction with her. He was in love.” Coley wrote on her Facebook page Disney Adventures and Autism. Gianna Francesca Catolico
2016-05-10 18:02 INQUIRER.net entertainment.inquirer.net
17 Look behind Duterte’s foul language to see sincerity, says lawyer Behind his tough image and the expletives is a very sincere man, his friend and counsel Atty. Vitaliano Aguirre appealed to the public. “He is really sincere in fixing our country. You have to look behind that foul language,” Aguirre said in a phone interview. Aguirre, a lawyer, classmate and fraternity brother of Duterte way back at the San Beda College of Law, said they formed a “Brotherhood for Duterte” which helped to convince the mayor to run for higher office and supported his bid. READ: Duterte: ‘No’ means ‘maybe’ He said their journey was hard because they are pitted against candidates with money, big organization, and machinery. “What we have is a sellable candidate, popular candidate. Our strategy is volunteerism,” he said, pointing out that the people behind Duterte’s success are all volunteers. “We have no funds. We even shelled out our personal money,” he said. Aguirre said there were a few donations, but at the last minute when Duterte started going up the surveys. READ: Volunteers boost Duterte-Cayetano campaign amid limited machinery He added that up to the last minute, they even had problems with poll watchers because they were only able to field poll watchers to 30 percent of the polling precincts. Aguirre said they cannot afford to hire people to act as their watchers. “We give them a simple token for their work, but that’s it,” he said. Aguirre said he will be the head of Duterte’s national canvassing team. The team will be composed of 15 to 20 lawyers. He said he is already looking for volunteers. JE
2016-05-10 18:02 Tetch Torres newsinfo.inquirer.net
18 Subic fishers freed by Malaysian authorities SUBIC, Zambales—Three fishermen from this coastal town were held by the Malaysian authorities on Monday for allegedly illegally fishing in Malaysian waters, but they were released the next day, according to the fishermen’s relatives here. Arlon Sandro, Odelin Baisa and Nelson Flamiano, all residents of Barangay Calapandayan here, were arrested at 1 p.m. after they were spotted by the Malaysian maritime police that claimed the Filipinos illegally entered Malaysia’s territorial waters, southwest of the Philippines. Renalyn Viala, Sandro’s wife, said she learned about the arrest from other local fishermen, who received radio messages from the three. “My husband and his companions didn’t have a compass or GPS (Global Positioning System) when they sailed so they didn’t know that they crossed boundaries,” Viala said. She said the Philippine Navy coordinated with the Malaysian authorities after learning about the arrest also through radio messages. The arrested fishermen were freed at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, Viala said. RC
2016-05-10 18:02 Allan Macatuno globalnation.inquirer.net
19 Realty Bites: When depressed Mumbai builders committed suicide Raj Kandhari, a 44-year-old developer from Navi Mumbai, shot himself at his Sanpada home yesterday, and is critical. A look at two other recent instances of builders committing suicide due to depression. Raj Kandhari Director of Mohan Group commits suicide: Amar Bhatia (40), an Ulhasnagar-based builder, who used to live with his wife and 13-year-old son Ronit at Priya Apartment in front of Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation, was found dead on railway tracks between Ambarnath and Badlapur in January this year. Amar Bhatia Amar was one of the directors of Mohan Group that had infrastructural projects across Kalyan, Ulhasnagar, Ambarnath, Badlapur, Pune and Goa. Sources from the building company said they were going to expand their project towards Thakurli and Dombivli also. He had also updated his status on social networking website Facebook on December 12 last year that said “Zindagi mazdoor hoti ja rahi hai, aur log seth bol kar tana marte hain” which suggests that he could have been depressed. President of Thane builders' body shoots himself at sample flat: Fed up of the uncertainty looming over the completion of his projects, which had resulted in mounting financial losses, Suraj Ramesh Parmar, a reputed builder from Thane committed suicide in October 2015. Suraj Parmar The 45-year-old chairperson and managing director of the Cosmos Group, shot himself with his personal .32 calibre pistol in a sample bungalow at one of his upcoming projects in Kasarvadavli. Parmar — who was also president of Maharashta Chamber of Housing Industry (MCHI), Thane — left a 15-page suicide note, wherein he blamed red tape and non-payment of loans as primary reasons behind the drastic step. Why builders in the city are taking their lives… In the aftermath of Suraj Parmar committed suicide, builders across Mumbai and its outskirts blamed policy paralysis as the primary reason for Parmar taking the drastic step. Several builders claimed major policy changes were expected with the formation of a new government. But nothing has changed. They alleged that even the draft housing policy, proposing major reforms, has gone into cold storage. Arvind Goel, MCHI-CREDAI president for the Navi Mumbai wing, said, “The situation is bad. Projects are stuck in limbo. While we were expecting better policies and governance from the new government, the ground reality hasn’t changed a bit. While finance from banks has dried up, private borrowing is exorbitant. Our stakes in land have gone high due to escalating prices. To make matters worse, submitted files aren’t being cleared on time. This has made situation precarious for the builders, and could soon force others to take the drastic step.
2016-05-10 15:28 By A www.mid-day.com
20 PSC: No word yet from Caluag on Rio Olympics bid Right after capturing the country’s only gold medal in the 2014 Asian Games, Daniel Caluag immediately set his sights on winning the first gold for the Philippines in the coming Rio De Janeiro Olympics. But until now, the Philippine Sports Commission hasn’t heard anything on Caluag’s progress with roughly a month to go before the end of qualifications for the Aug. 5-21 Games. “We’ll try to get in touch with Caluag himself and try to find out what’s happening,” said PSC chair Richie Garcia. “So far, we haven’t received any form of communication from him.” Based in Lexington, Kentucky, the 29-year-old BMX race specialist is vying for a second consecutive trip to the Olympics after finishing last among eight participants in the 2012 London Games. Garcia said Caluag is expected to race in Europe in the coming weeks in a bid to qualify, but there was no word from the Asian BMX champion yet. “We have not received any formal funding request for the race in Europe where he will compete,’’ said Garcia. So far, hurdler Eric Cray and long-jumper Marestella Torres, taekwondo jin Kirstie Alora, boxers Rogen Ladon and Charly Suarez and Ian Lariba of table tennis are the only official Filipino Olympic qualifiers. Caluag, who won gold medals in the 2013 SEA Games and Asian Cycling Championships, has an Olympic scholarship approved by the Olympic Solidarity Movement of the International Olympic Committee. Joining him in that elite group are pole vaulter EJ Obiena, gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo, swimmers Jasmine Alkhaldi and Jessie Khing Lacuna, taekwondo jins Kirstie Elaine Alora, Kristopher Robert Uy, Sam Morrison and Pauline Louise Lopez. Boxers Eumir Felix Marcial and Irish Magno, shooter Hagen Topacio, golfer Claire Legaspi and canoeing’s Hermie Macaranas also belong in the special clique where they receive a monthly allowance of $500 for training apart the OSM’s support in qualifying meets.
2016-05-10 18:02 June Navarro sports.inquirer.net
21 Khan still eyeing Pacquiao fight despite KO loss British boxer Amir "King" Khan does not intend to retire even after a brutal knockout loss to Saul "Canelo" Alvarez last weekend and is even eyeing a potential showdown against retired Filipino star Manny Pacquiao. Khan was flattened by Alvarez in their middleweight fight last weekend in Las Vegas, absorbing a brutal overhand right to the jaw that sent him sprawling to the canvas in the sixth round. Nevertheless, Khan has said he has no plans to step away from the sport, even telling Sky Sports that he is "in the peak of my career. " "Everything was going fine until that one big shot," said Khan, who had indeed been controlling the fight with his speed in the early rounds before Alvarez found his range and rhythm. "I've still got a lot left in me," he said. "The future still holds big fights. I don't think this put me down in any way. Everything was going my way. I was winning the fight. " (READ: Canelo Alvarez knocks out Amir Khan in 6th round) Khan is looking forward to challenging Danny Garcia for the WBC welterweight belt, but named Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto as other potential opponents as well. "I've got the Garcia fight there. I'm still in the mandatory position with the WBC, and that's a big fight for me," he said. "There are big fights for me in America. " "Even Miguel Cotto – bringing him to the UK – or Manny Pacquiao… I'd like to fight in the UK next, hopefully in December," he added. Cotto lost to Alvarez when they last fought in November 2015, as the Mexican star was awarded a unanimous decision victory. Pacquiao, for his part, has retired from the sport following a unanimous decision victory over Timothy Bradley Jr. last April 9. The Filipino boxer is now focused on his political career, and is poised to win a senate seat in the Philippines. For more sports coverage, visit the ABS-CBN Sports website .
2016-05-10 18:02 ABS-CBN news.abs-cbn.com
22 Shashank Manohar quits as BCCI president for ICC, Anurag Thakur favourite New Delhi : Shashank Manohar on Tuesday stepped down as BCCI president barely seven months after being appointed for a second term in place of the late Jagmohan Dalmiya and is all set to take over as first independent chairman of ICC. Manohar leaves at a time when the board is being directed to comply with the Supreme Court-appointed Justice Lodha panel's reform recommendations. In a letter addressed to BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur, Manohar said, "I hereby tender my resignation with immediate effect from the post of President of Board of Control for Cricket in India. I also resign with immediate effect as the representative of BCCI on the International Cricket Council, as also the Asian Cricket Council on which I was nominated by the General Body of BCCI. I thank all my colleagues and the staff for their support and cooperation during my tenure. I wish all of you all the very best in taking the cause of Cricket to greater heights. " According to reliable sources, Thakur is being tipped to take over the hot seat. IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla is also in the running along with Maharashtra CA president and business magnet Ajay Shirke. As per BCCI rules, a Special General Meeting (SGM) has to be convened within 15 days, apprising the members of the current situation. It is the prerogative of secretary Thakur to call such a meeting. As per norms, Manohar has also resigned from ICC chairman's post as he was a BCCI representative at the apex body and resignation in country's board effectively means that he does not stay as ICC's chairman. His tenure was supposed to end in June, 2016, after which he was set to take over as the first independant chairman of ICC. The 58-year-old Manohar will not be a representative of any country's cricket board as per the changes recommended by ICC board and will need two independant members of the ICC Board to recommend his name. According to BCCI sources, Manohar was waiting for the Supreme Court's final verdict but since it will only come out after the apex court opens post summer vacation, the Vidarbha lawyer possibly did not want to wait. A top BCCI administrator told PTI: "We all had an idea that Shashank will be quitting BCCI post. But let's not get into a debate as to whether he has dumped a sinking ship or not. Whether it has been prudent on his part to quit when BCCI is going through tough times is a matter of conjecture. " Many BCCI members are of the opinion that they expected Manohar to anchor the clean-up process till his tenure ends in 2017 September, but his sudden change of heart to go for safer confines of ICC in Dubai has left everyone in the lurch.
2016-05-10 17:55 By PTI www.mid-day.com
23 China hopes for progress with new Philippine gov’t BEIJING — China says it hopes to work with the Philippines’ new government to resolve territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said Tuesday that Beijing hopes the Philippines will “meet China halfway” and take concrete measures to get ties back on a healthy track. Lu said that while the two countries have a traditional friendship, bilateral relations have been hit by major setbacks in recent years, the causes of which he said are “known to all.” China and the Philippines accuse each other of infringing on each other’s territory in the South China Sea. Philippine President-elect Rodrigo Duterte has said he’d negotiate directly with China on the dispute. However, he’s said that if negotiations fail, he’d plant the Philippine flag on one of China’s artificial islands.
2016-05-10 17:50 Associated Press globalnation.inquirer.net
24 Kristen Stewart, Marion Cotillard: Queens of Cannes 2016 There will be no shortage of movie star royalty at the Cannes film festival, but the true queens of this year’s red carpet will be “Twilight” megastar turned indie darling Kristen Stewart and French film siren Marion Cotillard. Both actresses are sweeping into the French resort town with two films in the official selection. Cotillard, 40, who has become a transatlantic celebrity with an Oscar and several Hollywood blockbusters under her belt, will appear in two films in the running for the top prize, the Palme d’Or. In “From the Land of the Moon”, set just after World War II, Cotillard stars as a woman caught in an unhappy marriage who falls in love again. She also stars in “It’s Only the End of the World” by French Canadian wunderkind Xavier Dolan, about a writer who returns home to tell his family he is dying. While Cotillard was the first French actress since 1960 to win America’s highest acting award in 2008, Kristen Stewart became the first American actress ever to win France’s equivalent, the Cesar, in 2015, for her supporting role in “Clouds of Sils Maria” Stewart, 26, became a celebrity icon for an entire generation as Bella in the blockbuster vampire romance-thriller trilogy “Twilight” but has gained a reputation for taking on passion projects, sometimes for little pay. “I take part in successful productions to facilitate the existence of more modest films,” she told France’s Le Monde magazine. This year she appears in the out-of-competition opening film, Woody Allen’s “Cafe Society”, about a young couple who fall in love in 1930s Hollywood. She is also starring in “Personal Shopper”, a ghost story set in the Paris fashion world which is in the running for the Palme d’Or, teaming up again with “Sils Maria” director, France’s Olivier Assayas. Stewart, a Los Angeles native, was first discovered by a talent scout who spotted her in a school play at the age of eight. Her breakout role came opposite Jodie Foster in the 2002 thriller “Panic Room” and at 17 her career rocketed into the stratosphere when she landed the role of Bella Swan in “Twilight”. Her relationship with “Twilight” co-star Robert Pattinson made her a tabloid favourite, particularly after she was pictured cheating on him with then-married director Rupert Sanders in 2012. Up-and-comers The festival will also feature young up-and-comers with plenty of celebrity blood in their veins, Lily-Rose Depp and Elle Fanning. With parents like Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp and French singer and actress Vanessa Paradis, Lily-Rose was never going to fly under the radar, and the 16-year-old has already turned to acting and become the teenage face of Chanel. She makes her Cannes debut as legendary American dance prodigy Isadora Duncan in “La Danseuse” (The Dancer) which will be shown in the “Un Certain Regard” section of the festival. The young Depp made her cinema debut alongside her famous father in Kevin Smith’s 2014 horror comedy “Tusk”. She also stars in the upcoming French drama “Planetarium” alongside Natalie Portman. Another Cannes teen star is American actress Ellie Fanning, 18, who features in Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn’s horror thriller “The Neon Demon” about cannibalistic models. The film is being shown in competition and is Refn’s first at Cannes since his “Only God Forgives” was booed three years ago. Elle Fanning is the younger sister of former child star Dakota Fanning. Her ascent into stardom began when she was just two years old, playing a younger version of her sister’s character in the 2001 Michelle Pfeiffer/Sean Penn film “I am Sam”. She has also appeared in Sofia Coppola’s “Somewhere” and Francis Ford Coppola’s “Twixt”. Dunst on jury duty Another Cannes queen is American film star Kirsten Dunst, one of four women on the nine- member jury who will decide who wins the Palme d’Or, the top prize at the world’s most prestigious film festival. Dunst, 34, lifted the best actress award at Cannes five years ago for her part in Lars von Trier’s “Melancholia”. Like some of her fellow Cannes royalty, she was a child star before building a glittering career by mixing arthouse hits like “Interview with the Vampire” and “The Virgin Suicides” with the “Spider-Man” films. She will soon be seen in “Woodshock”, a first foray into film-making for Los Angeles fashion designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy.
2016-05-10 17:47 Agence France entertainment.inquirer.net
25 Orleans deputy who died in line of duty to be honored NEW ORLEANS (AP) - A New Orleans sheriff’s deputy who died in the line of duty last year will be honored at a ceremony in Washington. The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office said Monday that Deputy Rodney Condall died in January 2015. He had collapsed while responding to a deputy’s call for help in an altercation with an inmate. The sheriff’s office said he was heading up a flight of 19 stairs at the old parish prison, now closed, when he collapsed. On Friday, Condall will be honored by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, which has inscribed his name at the memorial in Washington. Condall’s name, along with the names of 122 other fallen officers, will be dedicated at a candlelight vigil.
2016-05-10 17:43 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
26 This day in history: Rewind of major events that occurred on May 10 Get to know what happened today in history around the world including major events in politics, crime, entertainment, sports and more in a nutshell. 28 BCE: A sunspot is observed by Han dynasty astronomers during the reign of Emperor Cheng of Han, one of the earliest dated sunspot observations in China. Sunspots are temporary phenomena on the photosphere of the Sun that appear visibly as dark spots compared to surrounding regions. Christopher Columbus 1503: Christopher Columbus discovered the Cayman Islands. The territory comprises the three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman 1774: Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette become King and Queen of France. 1857: The Sepoys of India revolted against the British Army. The the first war of Independence began in the year 1857 when sepoys revolted against their commanding officers at Meerut. 1872: Victoria Woodhull became the first woman nominated for the U. S. presidency. Some historians and authors have questioned that priority given issues with the legality of her run. They disagree with classifying it as a true candidacy because she was younger than the constitutionally mandated age of 35. Winston Churchill. Pic/AFP 1877: Romania declares itself independent from the Ottoman Empire following the Senate adoption of Mihail Kogalniceanu's Declaration of Independence. 1940: Winston Churchill is appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom following the resignation of Neville Chamberlain during World War II. His speeches and radio broadcasts helped inspire British resistance, especially during the difficult days of 1940. He led Britain as Prime Minister until victory over Nazi Germany had been secured. Hulk. Pic/YouTube 1962: Marvel Comics publishes the first issue of 'The Incredible Hulk.' The fictional superhero Hulk is the alter ego of Bruce Banner, a socially withdrawn and emotionally reserved physicist who physically transforms into the Hulk under emotional stress and other specific circumstances at will or against it. (Read more) Nelson Mandela. Pic/AFP 1994: Nelson Mandela becomes South Africa's first black president after more than three centuries of white rule. His government focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid through tackling institutionalised racism, poverty and inequality, and fostering racial reconciliation. George Bush. Pic/AFP 2005: A hand grenade thrown by Vladimir Arutyunian lands about 65 feet (20 meters) from U. S. President George W. Bush while he was giving a speech to a crowd in Tbilisi, Georgia, but it malfunctions and did not detonate. Arutyunian was arrested in July 2005, confessed, was convicted and was given a life sentence in January 2006. Get to know what happened today in history around the world including major events in politics, crime, entertainment, sports and more in a nutshell
2016-05-10 17:22 By A www.mid-day.com
27 No 'border haats' with China in Arunachal Pradesh: Government New Delhi : India today ruled out setting up trading centres along its border with China in Arunachal Pradesh saying such an initiative could be taken only when Beijing agrees to it. "China has to agree. We can't enforce anyone. There has to be mutual consent, then only 'border haats' can be set up," Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju said in Lok Sabha during the Question Hour. Rijiju's statement came when Congress MP from Arunachal Pradesh Ninong Ering asked why India can't set up 'border haats' along the Sino-Indian border in the state. The Minister said without cooperation from the other country, no trade can take place in any 'border haat'. Currently, India has a border trading post with China at Nathu La in Sikkim. Rijiju said India and Bangladesh have agreed to set up six more 'border haats' soon for promotion of trade along the international borders. At present, four 'border haats' -- two in Meghalaya and two in Tripura -- are functional along Indo-Bangladesh border and the four new 'border haats' -- two in Tripura and four in Meghalaya --will be set up soon. "The establishment of 'border haats' is expected to promote the well being of the people in areas across the borders of the two countries, which in turn will maintain peace and tranquility in the border regions," he said. Replying a supplementary question, Rijiju said the Home Ministry facilitates safety and security of border areas so that proper trading could take place between the people of two nations. "We are not here to do business but to ensure safety and security of people and facilitate that proper trade could take place in border haats," he said. The Minister said during two years of the Modi government, various efforts were taken for promotion of trade along the international borders. "But we are not satisfied with whatever we have done so far and want to do more. We are committed to do more," he said. Rijiju said government has adopted multi-pronged strategy to secure effective management of Indian borders, curb insurgency as well as to maintain peace and security in the border regions. Adequate steps are taken to curb human trafficking like issuing advisories to state governments and sensitizing law enforcement agencies, he said.
2016-05-10 17:31 By PTI www.mid-day.com
28 PM can't be gagged against speaking on corruption: Arun Jaitley New Delhi: As Congress mounted offensive over Narendra Modi's remarks on the AgustaWestland chopper deal case, the government on Tuesday hit back saying the Prime Minister cannot be gagged against speaking on corruption. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley "Prime Minister is entitled to speak on corruption" both inside and outside the House and he cannot be "gagged", Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said in the Rajya Sabha after a Congress member said he has moved a breach of privilege motion against Modi and Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar over PM's remarks at an election rally on the AgustaWestland issue. The opposition party had staged protest in the Upper House over the issue yesterday, claiming that the PM had "contradicted" Parrikar by stating during an election rally that Italian court has indicted Congress president Sonia Gandhi in the chopper deal, leading to washout of proceedings. Shantaram Naik (Cong) said he has moved a breach of privilege notice against the Prime Minister and the Defence Minister because of "lies" told outside the House about UPA leaders taking money in the chopper deal. Jaitley, who is Leader of the House, retorted, "Since when has an election speech by one politician against another outside the House started to be construed as breach of privilege". Political speech outside by one politician against another is for 'publicity' like the Congress members have been doing in front of media the whole of yesterday, he said. "The Prime Minister is entitled to speak on corruption" both inside and outside the House and he cannot be "gagged", he said. Deputy Chairman P J Kurien said he had called Naik to make a zero hour submission as per the notice he had given and not to raise any other issue like breach of privilege notice. Congress leader Anand Sharma said the statements made by the Prime Minister in the House or outside are as Prime Minister of the country and there cannot be any distinction between them. "The Prime Minister has contradicted his Defence Minister," he contended. Jaitley responded by saying that the Prime Minister cannot be gagged against speaking on corruption. After Jaitley's response, Kurien disallowed any further comments on the issue and proceeded with the listed business of the day.
2016-05-10 17:30 By PTI www.mid-day.com
29 Centre seeks SC's nod to hold NEET in 6 regional languages New Delhi : The Supreme Court may consider the central government's plea to hold the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) in Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Assamese, Bengali and Gujarati, besides English and Hindi. AN apex court bench comprising Justice Anil R. Dave and Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel said they will consult Justice Shiva Kirti Singh as Solicitor General Ranjit Kumar sought the court's clarification as to whether the phase two of NEET could not be held in six languages other than English and Hindi. The phase two of NEET for admission to medical courses is scheduled on July 24. s Ranjit Kumar mentioned the matter, The bench said: "We have left it to you," on Tuesday. Ranjit Kumar told the court that this aspect of Monday's proceedings have not been addressed in the order passed by the court. On Monday, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) had expressed the apprehension that getting the question paper translated into six languages other than English and Hindi could result in its leakage. Even the Medical Council of India (MCI) had said that eventually the NEET should be conducted in English only as medical books are not available in any language other than English.
2016-05-10 17:30 By IANS www.mid-day.com
30 Indian chefs win Asian Pastry Cup bronze New Delhi : Chefs from India won three awards at the Asian Pastry Cup 2016, held recently in Singapore, and is a run up to the international World Pastry Cup contest, that takes place once every two years in Lyon, France. The victory has been unexpected for India, which has so far not excelled in the competition where pastry chefs from 11 major Asian countries vie for the top spot, which this year was bagged by host country Singapore, followed by Malaysia. The team from India was represented by Chef Mukesh Rawat and Chef Amit Sinha who won three awards in total - the bronze medal, and most promising talent for Mukesh Rawat, and best chocolate sculpture. Each of the competing teams had to prepare a cake, a plated dessert, artistic pieces in sugar and a showpiece sculpture made out of chocolate -all of which had to be prepared from scratch in front of a live audience within a time limit of eight hours. The chefs say that they underwent a 7-month rigorous training session under the guidance of Chef Manjit Singh Gill, President Indian Federation of Culinary Association (IFCA). "It was a good seven months of extensive training plan executed very well under the guidance of Chef Manjit Singh Gill, President IFCA. The selection of the team was in done in September through the 'India Pastry Cup' Further there was a 10 day training in Malaysia. " According to the chefs, evaluation was done on the basis of food taste, flavour, texture and innovative presentation ideas. The winners said the award will bring a change in the way people perceive pastry chefs in India and would encourage the more people to take it up as a profession. "This will bring a change in the way we perceive pastry chefs in India. As third best pastry chefs team of Asia, this will encourage the young pastry chefs more and more and also motivate them to improve their skill set for international competitions in future," chef Rawat said. Singh said the win will play a part in opening up a world of new trends and techniques in the world of pastries. "This would also help us to start using world class ingredients and equipments and finally lead to availability of these in India," chef Singh said. The two-day competition, held on April 12 and April 13 was judged by member of a judging panel helmed by Gabriel Paillasson, the founder of World Pastry Cup. The winning chefs are now gearing up for the upcoming competition of 'World Pastry Cup 2017' to be held in France in January next year and have made a 9 month training plan for the team in different stages. "The 9 stages would include working on the designs and taste of the products in first stage. After careful study and trials, the final menu will decided. We will start working on the time management. This may take two months. We will be roping in international pastry chefs who have competed in this competition before who can help and train us further. "After July in second stage, we are looking forward for the team practice so that we can get together as team according to the actual space and time. By November we expect to be ready with the final product line which will be presented to a jury of international visiting guest chefs in Malaysia. After the feedback from them, we will go for the final changes and again go for the trails accordingly," Rawat said.
2016-05-10 17:29 By PTI www.mid-day.com
31 Lateism added to SA list of speakisms And if you don't know what these words mean you are clearly not up to date with the latest vocabulary trends. Every day South Africans are generating new words that quickly gain traction, thanks to social media, and, in particular, Twitter. Sunday's Our Perfect Wedding reality show provided the latest addition to our growing list of new words - lateism. During the episode, audiences followed the build- up to the nuptials of Mr and Mrs Madikane. On the day of the wedding, when running late, a livid relative was aired yelling: "Ixesha liyahamba (time is moving), lateism is never ever in my gender or calendar. " And like that, the country coined a new term, as tweeps picked up the word and applied it to various scenarios. Lerato Seuoe wrote: "My boss: Lerato, why are you late? Me: Lateism is not even in my gender or calendar. " Last month "sleepist" became the word of the day when EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi busted ANC MP Maite Nkoana-Mashabane sleeping in Parliament. Said Ndlozi: "Honourable Speaker, I am worried that this minister that we pay so much, Minister Maite, she's sleeping in parliament and with that position she is going to fall. You're a sleepist, you think we are sleepists here. " But it is not just English in which new terms gain currency. Last week 5FM's DJ Euphonik - sick of fans who questioned him about his ex Bonang Matheba - tweeted: "Last but not least. Msunu yenu, NONKE (f**k you all). " And like that, nonke (all of you) became a term to add gravitas to any parting wish.
2016-05-10 14:52 GABI MBELE www.timeslive.co.za
32 England can whitewash Sri Lanka: James Anderson London: England pacer James Anderson believes that his side can whitewash Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a three-Test series from May 19. England are presently riding high after a 2-1 series win over South Africa in January, and Anderson said the recent run of form will hold them in good stead. "If we build on how we played in the winter then there's no doubt we can win 3-0," Anderson was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au on Tuesday. "Home conditions against a rebuilding Sri Lanka provides a great opportunity for us but it's important we concentrate on ourselves. If we do get everything right then there's no doubt in my mind we'll win," he added. The last time Sri Lanka toured England, they had notched up a 1-0 Test series win. Anderson was the last wicket to fall in the deciding Test in 2014 at Leeds after making a remarkable 55- ball duck as he came perilously close to hanging on for a draw with all rounder Moeen Ali (108 n.o.). "It was right up there with my worst moments," Anderson said. "It had been a long game and to get within two balls of saving it left me crushed at the end. Hopefully we won't be in that situation this time. "
2016-05-10 17:18 By IANS www.mid-day.com
33 Indonesia wants Jose Mourinho to coach football team Bangkok: Indonesia wants to hire Jose Mourinho to coach its national football team, the country's minister of Youth and Sports said on Tuesday. Dutchman Guus Hiddink is their second preferred candidate. Hiddink replaced Mourinho ona a part-time basis at English club Chelsea midway through the ongoing season, reports Efe. "This plan has been discussed with President Joko Widodo and the Chairman of the Indonesian Olympics Committee, Erick Thohir, even though this won't be easy," minister Imam Nahrawi said, according to the Antara news agency on Tuesday. The sports minister acknowledged that the salary of Portuguese coach Mourinho could be a problem, as he charges around $17 million per season. Hiddink is said to be more affordable. Mourinho is scheduled to coach team FIFA legends in a friendly match on Wednesday against stars of Mexican football to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Mexico City's Estadio Azteca stadium. World football governing body FIFA last year suspended the Indonesian team due to government interference, which will prevent it from participating in the 2018 World Cup and 2019 Asia Cup qualifiers.
2016-05-10 17:15 By IANS www.mid-day.com
34 Michigan State surplus store selling locomotive EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - A locomotive that was used to pull coal cars at the power plant on Michigan State University’s East Lansing campus is for sale. The Lansing State Journal (http://on.lsj.com/1WWHS85 ) reports the locomotive with a Spartan green paint job is up for sale for $600,000 from the Michigan State University Surplus Store and Recycling Center. Surplus store general manger Kris Jolley says the university is now coal-free, and the train engine isn’t needed any longer. The switcher or switch engine was bought in 2009. The university’s Board of Trustees voted last year to end the use of goal by the end of this year. The plant ceased coal use at the end of March. MSU Director of Utilities Robert Ellerhorst says sale proceeds would go to the school’s general fund. ___ Information from: Lansing State Journal, http://www.lansingstatejournal.com
2016-05-10 17:14 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
35 'Free State' goes to Cannes South Africa's National Film and Video Foundation will host its own pavilion at the prestigious festival and will screen four films. These are the biopic Kalushi: The Story of Solomon Mahlangu; the family drama Free State, starring model Nicola Breytenbach and Leleti Khumalo; and two romantic films, Mrs Right Guy, and Happiness is a Four-Letter Word. After each of the main films, short South African films, including Hamba Kahle, Scribblings, Into Us and Ours, Konneksies, Umva and Precious Gift will be screened. Foundation spokesman Peter Kwele said although no local productions had been officially selected , the festival would screen films "as a service for producers to assist them in getting international sales". "Cannes is an important platform for South Africa because it is the premier festival that recognises emerging voices. "Setting ourselves on such an important stage allows us to continually up our standards and ensure our content is appreciated," said Kwele. Other local films to be shown at the festival include The Beast by Samantha Nell, Gallo Rojo by Zamo Mkhwanazi, Paraya by Sheetal Magan and Lokoza by Zee Ntuli - all produced in a collaboration between four South African and four international directors. "In total we have 12 filmmakers at the festival," said Kwele. Fulu Moguvhani, who scooped the best actress award for her role in Ayanda, and Rhythm City's Mduduzi Mabaso, who won best actor for his role in For Love and Broken Bones, will be attending . "This is a great opportunity and I plan to use it as a learning experience and to network and watch films we can't get in our market," said Moguvhani.
2016-05-10 14:32 GABI MBELE www.timeslive.co.za
36 Radiohead inch back to rock roots Many South African businesses are effectively giving the Consumer Goods & Services Ombud (CGSO) the middle finger‚ by failing to register with his office‚ while some refuse to cooperate when the office investigates a complaint against them‚ or comply with its rulings.
2016-05-10 14:32 AFP www.timeslive.co.za
37 Gas to fire up industry
Greater focus on using gas in particular as a pillar of industrialisation is one of the new elements in the government's latest industrial policy action plan. A gas utilisation model for the region has been developed and a series of regional gas projects identified. A dedicated gas industrialisation unit will be launched next week by the Department of Trade and Industry to drive the programme in collaboration with other state departments and stakeholders. An action plan for the unit has already been developed. "The Southern African region is fast growing into an oil and gas jurisdiction, led by major on and offshore gas finds in Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana and Namibia - together with significant potential for substantial hydrocarbon resources in South Africa," Davies said at the launch of the plan in Benoni on the East Rand. "There is great potential both for cheaper, less carbon-intensive energy generation and for the utilisation of gas for upstream and downstream industrialisation. " The gas fields off Mozambique are estimated to contain between 5.7 trillion cubic metres and 7.1 trillion cubic metres. The industrial policy action plan refers to the cheap exploitation of shale gas in the US and how it has revitalised sections of the manufacturing industry there. Davies said the government was working on a plan to extend support for the automotive industry beyond the 2020 span of the current programme. The scope of the policy could be extended and a team of technical experts set up to develop a post-2020 Automotive Master Plan. The programme has attracted Ford, BMW and VW to set up factories and create jobs.
2016-05-10 14:45 BDlive, Bloomberg www.timeslive.co.za
38 Jwala and I have good chance to win medal at Rio: Ashwini Ponnappa Mumbai: Top Indian shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa is confident that she and her women's doubles partner Jwala Gutta have a strong chance to clinch a medal at the forthcoming Olympics at Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Jwala and Ashwini, currently ranked World No.14 in women's doubles, have won laurels such as gold at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, a historic bronze at the 2011 World Championships and a silver at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Jwala-Ashwini A total of seven Indian shuttlers have made the cut for the Rio Games, eclipsing the previous high of five taking part in the 2012 London Olympics. The Rio Olympics will be held from August 5-21. "I think we (Ashwini-Jwala) have a very good chance to do well and win a medal at Rio. We both are working hard and training to get ready for the Olympics. We are making sure we prepare ourselves well for the big challenge ahead for us. So we need to get ourselves right on track for the games and I hope all things fall in place and we can win a medal there and make the country proud," Ashwini told IANS in an interview. The duo will make their second appearance at the Olympics, having taken part in London in 2012, and Ashwini believes that having previous experience of competing at the Games will help them perform even better. "I think having an Olympic experience is always a fair advantage when you are going for the second time that we already know how it is going to be and everything else," she said. Ashwini, who has been supporting and participating in the Indian edition of Wings for Life World Run, a global run that takes place simultaneously across 34 locations in six continents, expressed satisfaction over the good number of shuttlers in the Indian contingent. "It will definitely increase the chances for clinching as many medals as possible in Rio. So now we have even better chance this time around compared to London to do well with seven shuttlers participating," the Bangalore-born said. Leading the women's singles category for India will be London Olympics bronze medallist and World No.8 Saina Nehwal alongside No.10 P. V. Sindhu. Saina will be representing India in her third Games while Sindhu will make her maiden appearance and Ashwini believes that with Olympic experience and medal already in her kitty, Saina will definitely be the best bet to clinch a medal among the Indians. Besides the women's singles and doubles, Kidambi Srikanth has qualified in the men's singles category alongside Manu Attri and B. Sumeeth Reddy, who made the cut in the men's doubles category. "I think there is a great chance this time around, as we have two women's singles players aiming for medals. I hope both Saina and Sindhu will be able to do well and excel. Saina has already won a medal at Olympics, so she has that much more experience and confidence going into Rio this time," she said. "I think not only Saina, but Sindhu and others also have a good chance of winning. They have been doing really well lately. " Commenting on India's new doubles coach Tan Kim, Ashwini praised the Malaysian as a good inclusion. "He (Kim) has been a doubles specialist over a long period of time. He is helping the doubles pair with his experience. It is always good, helpful and nice to have someone experienced in your team. Having him is making the training and preparations for the Olympics much easier. " When asked which women's pair could be a tough opponent in the upcoming Games, Ashwini without any hesitation named the Chinese and Japanese. "I think the Chinese and Japanese would be tough oppositions. Everyone will give their best, but the Chinese and Japanese are the toughest," she said. Ashwini also said that top shuttler Parupalli Kashyap not being able to recover in time for Rio qualification due to knee injury was an unfortunate one. "I don't think it is just Kashyap, but we also had other players like HS Prannoy, Ajay Jayaram who could have made it to Rio. Both of them worked hard. But it is unfortunate that Kasyap could not make it to Rio but Prannoy and Ajay, either of these two, had the capability to make it," Ashwini concluded.
2016-05-10 17:09 By IANS www.mid-day.com
39 Indonesia to lift suspension of soccer association Jakarta: The Indonesian sports ministry is to lift the suspension of the country's football association, PSSI, before the FIFA congress on May 13, allowing termination of the world governing body's sanction, Sport Minister Imam Nahrawi said here on Tuesday. "The lifting of the suspension is confirmed, but we only consider the precise time before May 13th," Minister Nahrawi said at the State Palace. FIFA has sent a letter to the Indonesian government to terminate the sanction against the PSSI before its congress in Mexico, or the international body will not end its sanction on the PSSI, reports Xinhua. The FIFA's sanction has barred the Indonesian soccer association from participating in several international events such as qualification for the World Cup and the Asia Cup. Minister Nahrawi stressed that FIFA encourages improvement and reform of the country's football association. The Indonesian sports ministry froze the PSSI in April 2015 due to its violation of the government regulations on the football league. The decision led to a crisis in national football as the FIFA also barred the PSSI from participating in international events. The FIFA issued the sanction on the ground that the government had intervened in the internal affairs of the PSSI.
2016-05-10 17:06 By IANS www.mid-day.com
40 Nobody surprised at Murray-Mauresmo split: Serena Williams' coach Glasgow: World No.1 women's tennis star Serena Williams’coach Patrick Mouratoglou has said nobody is surprised with men's No.3 Andy Murray’s split from coach Amelie Mauresmo. The two-time Grand Slam winner and Mauresmo ended their two-year partnership on Monday. "Everyone knows everyone in the locker rooms and players' lounges," Mouratoglou was quoted as saying by the BBC on Tuesday. "Obviously something was wrong. " Mouratoglou also poined out that Mauresmo was not present at the player’s box at the Miami Open in March where Murray exited in the third round. In a joint statement about the end of their partnership, Mauresmo--who gave birth to her first child in August 2015, said "dedicating time and travel has been a challenge". "We will all miss having her around," Murray stated. Murray was earlier coached by Ivan Lendl, under whom he grabbed the 2012 US Open and 2013 Wimbledon titles. "The only time in his career when he could find this extra thing to win those matches against the top three and win Slams, the Olympics, was when he was with Ivan," added Mouratoglou. "But even if he's not able to make that little extra difference, with his level of play he should be most of the time in the top four. "
2016-05-10 17:04 By IANS www.mid-day.com
41 Mickey Arthur claims to be a better coach post 'homeworkgate' saga Melbourne: New Pakistan cricket head coach Mickey Arthur says he has grown from his turbulent experience in charge of Australia that was marred by 'homeworkgate' in 2013. Arthur was last Friday appointed coach of a team that has built a reputation for being notoriously difficult for mentors but has nonetheless risen to No.3 in the Test rankings. The South African dropped vice-captain Shane Watson, Mitchell Johnson, James Pattinson and Usman Khawaja from the third Test in Mohali for not completing a task, where they were asked to list three items on ways to improve after the side’s comprehensive defeat in the second Test. Arthur was fired after the series that Australia lost 0-4. He acknowledged his time with the Australia national team didn't run smoothly, but the South African said he has benefited from lessons learned. "I hate the word 'homeworkgate'. And I hate that whole issue. But at the end of the day, would I have done it again? Maybe, maybe not. I'm not sure. But I certainly learnt a massive amount out of the whole experience," Arthur was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au on Tuesday. "There are things I would have done differently but they're not for open discussion," the 47-year- old added. "The principles I had in South Africa I tried to introduce in Australia and maybe I needed to be a bit more flexible and really judge the temperature a bit better, and a willingness to change. That makes me a better coach now. " Arthur was criticised by several high-profile Australian players, including wicket-keeper Brad Haddin, following his tenure. Darren Lehmann took over from Arthur following the disastrous 'homeworkgate' tour of India in 2013, and the former Australia player immediately struck up a strong working relationship with then captain Michael Clarke. Arthur said he believed Pakistan's bowling group is the equal of any in Test cricket. He added that he has "unfinished business" with Australia and is relishing the opportunity of a three-Test series, including a day-night fixture at the Gabba later this year. "The work that Darren and his staff have done with the players has been very, very good. It's been outstanding. You do feel a little bit like you were on the right track in terms of player identification but who knows? I'm just looking forward to playing against them at the end of the year. It'll be a great summer. Hopefully we can get (the Pakistan players) up to speed -- they can certainly test Australia in all departments," he added.
2016-05-10 17:02 By IANS www.mid-day.com
42 Chicago-area lawyer convicted in immigration fraud case CHICAGO (AP) - A suburban Chicago immigration lawyer has been found guilty of helping clients fraudulently obtain asylum in the United States. Robert Dekelaita was found guilty Monday of conspiracy to commit asylum fraud, procuring perjury during asylum interviews and knowingly offering false statements in asylum applications. Assistant U. S. Attorney Andrianna Kastanek alleged Dekelaita told his clients to lie about persecution in Iraq and make up stories about rapes and executions by Islamic militants. Kastanek said the conspiracy occurred over 10 years. Dekelaita was indicted in September 2014. Dekelaita’s lawyers said the people who helped the government build its case are in the U. S. illegally and were out to protect themselves. The U. S. attorney’s office says a sentencing hearing has been set for Aug. 3.
2016-05-10 17:00 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
43 43 How my children make me sick Do you know what children give you? Yes — perspective, infinite love, unparalleled joy etc, etc. What children also give you are germs. Bugs, ailments, illnesses and maladies. Toddlers may be still developing their talking, walking, reasoning skills. But at germ-sharing, they are ace. Ninja-skilled. Our toddler shares by loving her baby sister with kisses — and the odd lick. Why she must taste her sibling, we will never know. To us, the germs come disguised in hugs and hand-holding. Different strains, the mutant things. As soon as we work out what to do with one, it morphs into another, with an extra head. They seem to meet and cross-pollinate in sandpits and at break time when grubby fingers invade each other's lunch boxes. How do nursery school teachers remain uninfected? Fembots with tough immune systems, surely. We have stopped saying, ‘Sorry we can’t attend because someone has a bug’, because there is unlikely to be a time when these little humans are in perfect health. They seem to maintain a nasal tone and a snail trail on their ruddy cheeks all through the year. There will be times when their bugs will necessitate changing their linen three times in a night or cleaning carpets the next day — yet they seem to carry on happily with life despite sky-high fevers and hacking coughs. But when the bug hits adults... we are felled like snotty, swollen-tonsilled trees. It comes at you with different or repetitive symptoms, but guaranteed to be inappropriately timed. The easy ones come with coughs and sneezing, sore throats and lost voices. Others are evil, with the green mucus that sticks like honey on that twirly stick, making the sufferer smell a bit sour. The wonderful part of the body-aches, sinuses being stabbed by tiny soldiers with pins, head pounding, colds and flu, is that unless you are bordering on delirium, you have to get on with the daily grind. Because the germ carriers need time and attention. There are tea parties to be had and train sets to build. There is nowhere to hide. Get a flu jab and an immune booster. Winter is coming.
2016-05-10 16:58 Shanthini Naidoo www.timeslive.co.za
44 EPL: It will be good to finish above Arsenal, says Tottenham's Kane London: Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has said they want to finish above arch rivals Arsenal in the English Premier League (EPL) -- something they have not done since the 1995 football season. Second-placed Tottenham, who lead third-placed Arsenal by two points with a round of games to go, can finish above Arsene Wenger's team with a stalemate against Newcastle United this Sunday. Leicester City have already been declared champions, while Manchester City are in fourth spot with 65 points -- three behind Arsenal. Harry Kane “It would be a really good feeling (finishing above Arsenal),” Kane was quoted as saying by the Independent on Tuesday. “It was not something we focused on at the start of the season but now we are here it would be good, it would be good for the fans. "They would have the bragging rights for once in a long time so, yes, we want to finish second. It is in our hands, we just have to win at Newcastle and then it’s job done.” Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger has said Tottenham finishing above them would not be an annual occurrence. However, Kane said he is not so sure about the Frenchman’s words. “That’s their opinion,” Kane said. “They are going to want to finish above us next season and we will be trying to finish above them. "We want to finish as high up as we can, we are not going to focus on anything but ourselves. We will finish the season strong and next season we will go and try to win the title again.” The 22-year-old also said that he was disappointed that Spurs had to sign off at home with a 1-2 defeat to Southampton. “The fans were great but we are just disappointed we couldn’t win but there is still one more game and we will try our hardest. We wanted to send the fans home happy. Southampton are a tough side,” said the England striker. "On another day the chances could have gone our way. So we have to go to Newcastle now and try and win that game.” The marksman added he was also looking forward to the Euro championship to be held in France between June 10 to July 10. "Obviously I feel fit and ready, hopefully we can finish strong next week and then look forward to the Euros,” concluded Kane.
2016-05-10 16:57 By IANS www.mid-day.com
45 House budget committee backs cuts for legislative agencies BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - House lawmakers are proposing to cut spending across legislative agencies next year, reversing course from an initial plan that would have shielded their budget from slashing. The House Appropriations Committee on Monday backed an $86 million financing proposal for the House, Senate, legislative auditor and other offices that work for lawmakers in the budget year that begins July 1. That’s down from $96 million this year. The proposal was advanced to the full House for consideration. It dovetails with Gov. John Bel Edwards’ recommendation for a 10 percent cut to the legislative budget as Louisiana grapples with a $600 million shortfall next year. Lawmakers on the committee also advanced a proposed 10 percent cut next year to the $187 million budget for the Louisiana Supreme Court and other judicial agencies.
2016-05-10 16:50 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
46 46 2 Kentucky governors, past and present, in acrid public feud FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky’s two most recent governors are feuding, but they can agree on one thing: the FBI is investigating. While peaceful transitions of power are a longstanding U. S. tradition, the handoff in Kentucky from Democrat Steve Beshear to Republican Matt Bevin has been ugly. The two men have argued loudly over health care, voting rights, pensions and even the appointment of Beshear’s wife to a state commission. Things were so tense recently that Bevin and Beshear both claimed the FBI was investigating the other. An FBI spokesman would not confirm or deny anything, preferring to stay out of the fight like many in Kentucky’s political circles. The spat has intensified so much that Beshear has taken the extraordinary step of starting a nonprofit group that is paying for ads critical of Bevin and his policies. Bevin, in turn, has launched an investigation of the former Beshear administration, using a state law granting him subpoena power and public money to hire a private law firm to determine if the ex-governor violated state ethics and procurement laws. Also nipping at Bevin’s side is Democratic Attorney General Andy Beshear, Steve Beshear’s son. The younger Beshear has already taken Bevin to court - twice - over his policies. The result is an old-fashioned clash in this Appalachian state pitting one of Kentucky’s most powerful political families against a Republican outsider intent on upending a power structure in which Democrats have controlled things for decades. “This has got the makings of a real Hatfield and McCoy feud,” former Democratic Gov. John Y. Brown Jr. said. “I don’t think it’s good for Kentucky.” The harsh talk from both sides - with Bevin accusing Beshear of telling a “straight-out lie” and Beshear calling Bevin “a bully” - is surprising to some. Bevin had repeatedly promised on the campaign trail to change the political tone in Frankfort if elected. Yet the hostilities emerged before Bevin took office when he called Beshear “an embarrassment” for appointing his wife to an unpaid position on the Kentucky Horse Park Commission. He then leavened his December inaugural address with some veiled shots at Beshear as the former governor sat stone-faced just a few feet away. In March, Bevin posted a scathing video to his Facebook page of an empty state House chamber, chiding Democratic leaders for not meeting on the budget. The legislature wasn’t scheduled to convene until 4 p.m. that day, and House Democrats were in fact meeting in their offices across the street. “His attacks tend to be personal attacks,” Steve Beshear said. “It’s not just a disagreement over ideas. But because you disagree with me you are a bad person and I’m going to get you in some way.” Beshear has not been blameless. Ten days after Bevin was elected, Beshear held a news conference criticizing Bevin’s plans to dismantle Kentucky’s health insurance exchange and replace its expanded Medicaid program, both cornerstones of Beshear’s legacy. Once he left office, Beshear started a nonprofit group which - because of a U. S. Supreme Court ruling - can raise and spend unlimited amounts of money on political ads as long as more than half of its spending is on social welfare issues. The group has already paid for its first web ad, declaring that Bevin “uses fake numbers as justification for an ideological agenda.” And this week, he wrote a letter criticizing both Bevin and federal officials for negotiating “back room deals” for Kentucky’s Medicaid program. “It’s protocol for a former governor or a former president to be gracious and let the new governor be the governor,” said Damon Thayer, the Republican floor leader of the state Senate. “It just seems to me that Steve Beshear is having a hard time dealing with the fact that he’s no longer governor.” The feud is likely to ripple out into the fall elections as Republicans seek control of the state House of Representatives, the only legislative chamber in the South the GOP does not control. Democrats recently were clinging to a three-seat majority in the state House of Representatives, but campaigned hard against Bevin in a series of special elections, winning three out of four to solidify their majority for the rest of this year. Now Republicans are eyeing November, when all 100 seats in the House will be on the ballot. Recently, Bevin prayed at a National Day of Prayer event at the state Capitol, where he lamented the division in the country, “some of which we seem to increasingly celebrate.” But after the event, Bevin did not appear willing to reconcile his differences with Beshear. Story Continues →
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47 Tornadoes hit Plains; 2 dead, homes destroyed in Oklahoma OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Tornadoes destroyed homes, overturned vehicles and stripped the bark from trees as they churned across Oklahoma, part of a strong series of storms that hit the Plains. At least two people died Monday in weather so violent that forecasters declared a “tornado emergency” for communities in the path of one of the twisters. The Storm Prediction Center said 23 tornadoes were reported across five states. “You are in a life-threatening situation,” forecasters declared while warning the communities of Roff, population 725, and Hickory, population 71, which were ultimately spared major damage. “Flying debris will be deadly to those caught without shelter.” PHOTOS: Tornadoes hit Plains; 2 dead, homes destroyed in Oklahoma Dana Lance was driving through the community of Roff, about 85 miles southeast of Oklahoma City , on her way home from work Monday when the skies grew ominous, sirens wailed and forecasters on the radio told people to take cover. “I parked and went into the school, which has a safe room,” Lance said. “There were kids and elderly people, dogs and cats, babies. It was like the whole town was there.” In nearby Murray County, where Hickory is located, emergency management director Gary Ligon said one person was injured. Garvin County officials said a man believed to be in his upper 70s died when another tornado hit a home near Wynnewood, south of Oklahoma City. That storm, caught on video by several storm chasers, appeared white against the dark clouds of a supercell storm. In Johnston County, the sheriff’s office said a man was killed by a tornado near Connerville. The Oklahoma Office of Emergency Management reported the storms destroyed a radio station building in Coal County and an undetermined number of homes in Murray, Garvin and Johnston counties. The bad weather should settle Tuesday in the Ohio and Tennessee valleys, where hail, strong winds and tornadoes are possible. A separate system is poised to move through north Texas, including the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In all, about 44 million people live in areas that could see storms Tuesday, the Storm Prediction Center said. Another storm system should bring storms to the area from north Texas to near St. Louis on Wednesday. In Hugo, Oklahoma, near the Red River, Charles Webb piled one of his dogs and one of his cats in the laundry room Monday and hunkered down as the storm came over his house, clipping trees and spinning up debris. Webb said he emerged from his home minutes later to see blue skies. “We’re real lucky, but we’ve been lucky for a lot of years, fortunately,” Webb said Monday. In the rolling hills between Oklahoma City and Dallas, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol closed Interstate 35 near Wynnewood for 15 minutes Monday so the storm could pass. Jessica Randolph, a cashier at the Love’s Travel Stop in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, said the tornado came so close that managers ordered employees and customers to take shelter. “They put us in the showers,” Randolph said. “I drove in when all of that was going on. All we had was pea-sized hail.” Despite the danger, Randolph said she has seen severe weather before and wasn’t frightened by the experience. Story Continues →
2016-05-10 13:51 Kenny Baker www.washingtontimes.com
48 ‘SA flag must be on school uniforms from 2017’ Lesufi took to Twitter to tell his more than 22‚000 followers: “My wish is to ensure that from 2017 all school uniforms must have our SA Flag just like national sporting teams.” This patriotic proposal follows on the Department of Arts and Culture’s Flag in Every School Campaign‚ which started in 2014. The campaign involves hoisting the national flag‚ the correct way of singing the national anthem‚ reciting the preamble of the Constitution and learning about our national symbols. While Lesufi did not say whether he was proposing the emblem should be stitched onto a lapel‚ a badge pin or if it should be a more elaborate design‚ parents immediately questioned the additional cost of the change. “Seriously? Will that be free? Because it costs us parents a whole lot of money!‚” Bernice Le Roux @bernice__leroux said. James Brodie @Gyrator thought there was a better goal for the MEC‚ stating: “Focus on educating the children please.” Lesley Blake @JoburgBlake also chimed in‚ saying: “@Lesufi INSTEAD: Make sure each school has enough teachers. Make sure each Principal is at his post because YOU chose him‚ not SADTU.” The comment came as the country is waiting to see a report commissioned by the Education Department into the alleged buying and selling of teacher posts‚ implicating members of the South African Democratic Teachers Union. Lesufi’s idea garnered support too‚ with Bus. Reg. Cipc. Beecert @OhNganeYami tweeting: “Visionary Mr Lesufi‚ very proud to be a South African right now”. Radovan Dimitri @FidellCastro commented‚ “Bra @Lesufi can make other Education MECs non-existent in as far as innovation is concerned. Thumbs up”. Kwena Sekoaila @Skoax took a contrarian stance in the debate: “That is going to be a tough one… I am against school uniforms”. 2016-05-10 16:28 TMG Digital www.timeslive.co.za
49 Masked Palestinian terrorists at large after stabbing 2 elderly women in Jerusalem A peaceful morning stroll by a group of elderly Jewish women on a promenade overlooking sweeping vistas of Jerusalem quickly devolved into a bloody nightmare, when two young masked Palestinian terrorists stalked and stabbed two of the octogenarians in their backs. At approximately 8:30 a.m., police said that five women, all in their 80s, were walking together on Armon HaNatziv’s famous Haas promenade overlooking the capital, before being abruptly attacked from behind by the suspects. “The two terrorists stabbed them in the back multiple times, both in the upper body, and fled the scene toward the adjacent neighborhood of Jabel Mukaber,” said Police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld shortly after the stabbings. “Police and emergency units rushed to the scene and gave immediate medical assistance before transferring both women to Shaare Zedek Medical Center in moderate condition. While a forensics team searched the area, police immediately set up roadblocks in the area.” Roughly one hour later, Rosenfeld said police arrested two suspects matching the description of the assailants. However, after extensive questioning both young men were released without charges. “Police are continuing to search for the terrorists involved in the attack and hope to make arrests soon,” he said. Shlomi Tedegi, an MDA medic described the scene of the attack: “In an area adjacent to the promenade we saw two approximately 80-year-old elderly women lying in the dirt. They were fully conscious and suffering from stab wounds, one in the extremities and her upper body and the second in her upper body.” “We gave them first aid and evacuated them to hospital in moderate and stable condition,” he added. Shortly after the attack, Shaare Zedek Medical Center spokeswoman Shoham Ruvio said both victims are in stable condition and expected to survive. “They are stable and conscious,” she said. “One is 86 years old, and was stabbed in the back three times; she is in the Intensive Care Unit. The second victim, who is 82, and was also stabbed multiple times, is in the Department for Heart Surgery. She doesn’t need surgery, but is being closely monitored due to a preexisting heart condition.” Meanwhile, Rosenfeld said security has been heightened throughout the capital, and will continue throughout Yom HaAzmaut and Yom HaZikaron. “All public areas will have additional police units deployed and nothing will be left to chance as the city observes Memorial and Independence Day,” he said. Last October Armon Hanatziv made international headlines after two terrorists from Jabel Mukaber stormed an Egged bus and stabbed and shot to death four victims before being killed by police. To stymie the deadly violence between the Arab and Jewish communities, police temporarily set up a concrete wall and check point around Jabel Mukaber, which was soon taken down amid protests by human rights groups. Jerusalem Post Staff contributed to this report.
2016-05-10 08:40 DANIEL K www.jpost.com
50 Jefferson Co. Schools eliminates 25 jobs from central office LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - More than two dozen Jefferson County Public Schools employees who work in the district’s central offices have been informed that their positions have been eliminated to save money. The Courier-Journal reports (http://cjky.it/1TyU2i8) that according to new organizational charts up for approval at Tuesday’s board meeting, several central office staffers may also end up with new job titles or in a different department. Among the positions being cut are all eight of the district’s business machine technicians, as well as secretaries and custodians. The district imposed a $2.4 million reduction in how much its departments were spending on job positions, and will cut nearly $3 million from central office in the 2016-17 school year once cuts to flexible spending are added. District spokeswoman Jennifer Bislin says some employees with eliminated jobs will be able to apply to other positions. ___ Information from: The Courier-Journal, http://www.courier-journal.com
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52 Council again votes not to seek grant for white-water park WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) - The City Council again has effectively rejected a plan to seek a National Park Service grant to help fund a $2.6 million white- water park and kayak course near downtown Waterloo. The council voted 3-2 Monday to seek the $750,000 grant, but the resolution required four votes to pass. The council first voted 3-1 last week to seek the grant, with Councilman Jerome Amos Jr. absent. He requested the reconsideration. Councilman Bruce Jacobs voted against the measure, saying taxpayers’ money should be spent elsewhere first. Leisure Services Director Paul Huting says the park project is still alive. A design contract is nearing completion while the city seeks other funding options.
2016-05-10 16:15 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
53 Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton locked in tight contests in Ohio, Pa., Fla: polls Presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump and Democratic front- runner Hillary Clinton are locked in tight contests in three key swing states, with Mr. Trump holding a 4-point edge in Ohio and Mrs. Clinton maintaining 1-point leads in Florida and Pennsylvania, according to polls released Tuesday. Mr. Trump had a 4-point, 43 percent to 39 percent, lead over Mrs. Clinton in Ohio, while Mrs. Clinton had 1-point, 43 percent to 42 percent, leads in Florida and Pennsylvania, according to the Quinnipiac University polling. “Six months from Election Day, the presidential races between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump in the three most crucial states, Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania, are too close to call,” said Peter A. Brown, assistant director of the Quinnipiac Poll. “At this juncture, Trump is doing better in Pennsylvania than the GOP nominees in 2008 and 2012,” Mr. Brown said. “And the two candidates are about where their party predecessors were at this point in Ohio and Florida.” The candidates’ leads were within the margin of error, which was plus or minus 3 percentage points for each state. There were clear gender and racial gaps in each state, with men and white voters breaking for Mr. Trump , and women and nonwhite voters supporting Mrs. Clinton. A majority of voters in each state said Mr. Trump would do a better job handling the economy, and pluralities in Ohio and Florida said he would do a better job handling terrorism. Voters in Pennsylvania gave him a 1-point edge on terrorism, 47 percent to 46 percent. Both candidates had negative favorability ratings in all three states — though Mr. Trump ’s were slightly better in two of the three. In Ohio, Mr. Trump had a 36 percent/57 percent favorable/unfavorable split, while Mrs. Clinton had a 34 percent/62 percent split. In Pennsylvania, Mr. Trump had a 39 percent/55 percent favorable/unfavorable split, and Mrs. Clinton had a 37 percent/58 percent favorable/unfavorable split. In Florida, they both had 37 percent/57 percent favorable/unfavorable splits. A majority of voters in each state also gave the two candidates poor marks on honesty and trustworthiness, though Mr. Trump ’s numbers were better than Mrs. Clinton ’s in each state. Sixty-nine percent of Ohio voters, 66 percent of Florida voters, and 67 percent of Pennsylvania voters said Mrs. Clinton is not honest and trustworthy. Meanwhile, 58 percent of Ohio voters, 57 percent of Florida voters, and 55 percent of Pennsylvania voters said Mr. Trump is not honest and trustworthy. Mr. Trump also outscored Mrs. Clinton in all three states on having strong leadership qualities. Mrs. Clinton , meanwhile, scored higher on having the right kind of temperament and personality to handle an international crisis, having higher moral standards, and intelligence. Story Continues →
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54 $2 million bail set in kidnap and assault case ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Bail has been set at $2 million for a St. Paul man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 7-year-old girl. Forty-seven-year-old Mark Scott Meihofer appeared in Ramsey County District Court Monday where he was ordered to have a competency exam. Prosecutors say Meihofer approached the girl outside her condo building Friday evening and took her to a boarding house where he forced her to smoke a substance, bound her with tape and assaulted her. He’s charged with kidnapping and first-degree sexual assault. Meihofer has not entered a plea. The St. Paul Pioneer Press (http://bit.ly/1TPfxxN ) says prosecutors have indicated they will seek a sentence that goes beyond state guidelines if Meihofer is convicted. It was not immediately clear who is legally representing Meihofer. ___ Information from: St. Paul Pioneer Press, http://www.twincities.com
2016-05-10 16:12 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
55 Prosecutor to probe death of Ohio man crushed in trash bin FREMONT, Ohio (AP) - The case of a northern Ohio man crushed to death after passing out in a trash bin more than 15 years ago will be investigated by a special prosecutor. Authorities say a Seneca County prosecutor recently was appointed to oversee the investigation into Lee Naus’ death. Prosecutor Derek DeVine will decide whether the case will be sent to a Sandusky County grand jury to determine if the death was accidental. The 21-year-old Fremont man was crushed to death when the bin he was sleeping in was unloaded into a garbage truck in 1999. Toxicology tests showed Naus was drunk at the time. Sandusky County Coroner John Wukie ruled the death accidental. The case was revived last year after an anonymous tip was received. Authorities say there are no suspects.
2016-05-10 16:11 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
56 Court could OK construction on Lucas museum in Chicago CHICAGO (AP) - A federal judge could decide to let construction begin on filmmaker George Lucas’ proposed art museum in Chicago. But legal maneuvers and public statements preceding a Tuesday status hearing in a civil case aimed at halting the lakeside museum complicate Judge John Darrah’s decision. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel last week turned to an appeals court to seek the dismissal of the lawsuit filed by parks advocacy group, Friends of the Parks, which opposes the lakefront museum. That move came after Lucas’ wife said the wrangling prompted them to look for sites in other cities. Darrah has said he could lift an order halting construction while the litigation plays out. But he warned that builders would have to dismantle any structures if the parks group eventually prevails in court.
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57 Tumi Molekane explains what really happened to Riky Rick Following both Riky and Reason’s exit from Motif Records, a record label which Tumi founded, speculation has been rife with allegations of a beef between the record label owner and the two rappers. Adding fuel to the fire, it was rumoured that Tumi was dissing Riky on DJ Switch’s‚ Way it Go‚ while Riky responded with some lines on Cassper Nyovest’s Le Mpitse. However, all parties have since dismissed the alleged beef as pure speculation. But more recently, a video of Tumi and the Volume was posted on Militia Broadcast’s Facebook page where Tumi opens up about his relationship with Riky and Reason. During the first few seconds of the clip, Tumi raps: “What happened to Riky is the same thing that happened to Reason. He was touch by a god, now he got a plate he eating.” It is assumed that Tumi is referring to how he helped Riky and Reason’s music careers, which have since blossomed after leaving Motif Records. He adds: “I’m not some old bitter nigga, name-dropping ‘cos I need them. I don’t fight with my children, I feed them. Showed them the ropes that they think they can hang, so be it.”
2016-05-10 16:11 TMG Entertainment www.timeslive.co.za
58 Maryland unveils new driver’s licenses, ID cards BALTIMORE (AP) - The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration has announced a $3.5 million redesign of its driver’s license and identification cards. The cards were unveiled Monday and feature new security measures designed to prevent identity theft and fraud. Some of the new features include a new polycarbonate card body, laser engraving, changeable laser images, tactile text and inventory control numbers for verification purposes. Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Rahn calls the cards the most secure driver’s license in the country. He says the cards will prevent forgery for many years. The cards will be made available beginning June 20. All cards issued after July 11 will feature the new design. They will be printed and mailed from a high-security Motor Vehicle Administration facility. 2016-05-10 16:09 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
59 Warrant issued for burned Omaha man lists murder charge OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - An arrest warrant alleging murder and four counts of attempted murder has been issued for an Omaha man recovering from burns. Police said Monday that 32-year-old Antone Page will be taken into custody after he leaves a hospital. Court records don’t list the name of an attorney who could comment for him. Page is accused of stabbing 48-year-old Steven Edwards on Friday and then touching off a fire after splashing gasoline around an apartment and onto Edwards and others there. An Omaha police officer responding to a 911 call fired four gunshots at the apartment door lock so he and other officers could get in. Another officer used a stun gun to subdue Page and pull him from the apartment. Edwards died at a hospital a few hours later.
2016-05-10 16:09 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
60 Video: Bison Declared National Mammal of the US Transcript for Bison Declared National Mammal of the US So we know that America's national bird is a bald eagle and it is now sharing. Some of ever fight federal air with the bison. When President Obama has signed some new legislation. Designating the bison as the country's first national mammal. The idea is to prevent the nearly half a million North American bison from going extinct. OK so that almost happened during the eighteen hundreds when the number bison dropped to. Under 1000. From the millions that once roamed complaints. And you know where they've bro malign. Montana Montana Montana at a service son. It gives me a home where the buffalo roam and the fear and the antelope play and so there's my answer the deer and antelope play exactly the. This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
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61 Indiana launches new website for business registrations INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Business owners in need of registering or re-registering with the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office may find it easier now that the state has launched a new website. The Secretary of State’s Office announced the INBiz portal on Monday. The site lets business owners to make payments and file registrations online. The new site features links to update business information and to look up businesses. The office also says the state plans to add services from the Department of Revenue and Department of Workforce Development later this year. That’s the first phase of a $9 million initiative to make the portal a one-stop shop for doing business with the state. People wanting to use the new website can visit INBiz.in.gov. 2016-05-10 16:01 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
62 Wolverine killed in North Dakota came from western states BISMARCK, N. D. (AP) - A wolverine that was shot and killed by a western North Dakota rancher spent time during its life in at least two western states. The wolverine killed last month when it was harassing livestock in McKenzie County was the first confirmed in North Dakota in more than a century. The last one was during the fur-trading era of the mid-1800s. North Dakota’s Game and Fish Department says a radio tracking device that was installed in the animal’s abdomen in 2008 in Wyoming showed the wolverine’s last known location was in Colorado in 2012. The device’s battery likely gave out after that. State wildlife officials say the rancher who killed the wolverine acted within the law, which allows state residents to kill wild furbearers to protect livestock or crops.
2016-05-10 16:01 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
63 11 kilos of cocaine in RV in Gulfport leads to indictment GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) - A federal grand jury has indicted a man after authorities allegedly found about 11 kilos of cocaine in his RV. The Sun Herald reports (http://bit.ly/24I98cX) 69-year-old Victor John Wendell Jr. will be arraigned Thursday on a three-count indictment in U. S. District Court. An indictment filed May 3 charged Wendell with conspiracy, possession with intent to distribute cocaine and interstate travel in aid of drug racketeering enterprises. Wendell was arrested April 12 when a Harrison County deputy pulled him over on a traffic violation in Gulfport. Deputies reportedly found fresh handprints and footprints on the RV and its roof. In an affidavit, deputies say they found the cocaine hidden in the RV park’s air conditioning system. Wendell is held with no bond. ___ Information from: The Sun Herald, http://www.sunherald.com
2016-05-10 16:01 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
64 Video: Ferguson Swears in First Black Police Chief Troubled Ferguson Missouri police department has its first African American chief Delaware's Maas a veteran at a veteran Miami officer was sworn in yesterday. The department has been under intense national scrutiny since the fatal shooting of Michael Brown in 2014. Hamas says it's the department's task to bring nobility back to police work. This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate. 2016-05-10 16:00 ABC News abcnews.go.com
65 Indiana group hopes to put up new Underground Railroad sign SHADELAND, Ind. (AP) - A northwestern Indiana group is raising money to replace a well-weathered sign outside of a home that was once a stop on the Underground Railroad. The Tippecanoe County Historical Society has raised nearly $700 of the $1,000 needed to erect a bronze marker outside the former home of Buddell and Elizabeth Sleeper. The Sleepers were members of a Quaker community and were conductors along the Underground Railroad. The 19th century’s anti-slavery resistance network used the network to help slaves reach free states. WLFI-TV reports (http://bit.ly/1WlahWP ) the sign that now marks the home near the Tippecanoe County town of Shadeland was placed there in the 1960s and is badly worn. Shane Weist with the historical society says it’s Tippecanoe County’s “only proven residence” that was a stop along the Underground Railroad. ___ Information from: WLFI-TV, http://www.wlfi.com/
2016-05-10 15:58 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
66 Worcester women, son, get probation in Medicaid fraud scheme WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) - A Worcester woman and her adult son have received probation for cheating the state Medicaid system out of nearly $100,000. The Telegram & Gazette (http://bit.ly/1OlsBGS) reports that 68-year-old Beverly Cousin, a recipient of personal care attendant services through MassHealth, was put on probation for five years after pleading guilty Monday to five counts each of Medicaid fraud and larceny. Prosecutors say Cousin and her 33-year-old son, Rashad Cousin of Springfield, used family names to falsely bill MassHealth for more than $95,000 in personal care attendant services not provided. Rashad Cousin admitted to sufficient facts for guilty findings on three counts each of Medicaid fraud and larceny. The charges were continued without findings for three years, during which time he will be on probation. Both were ordered to pay restitution. ___ Information from: Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, Mass.), http://www.telegram.com
2016-05-10 15:58 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
67 67 Video: Thousands More 'Panama Papers' Documents to Be Made Public Transcript for Thousands More 'Panama Papers' Documents to Be Made Public Some 200000. Secret offshore accounts aren't so secret anymore. The names and other details have been published online as part of the data that's known now as the Panama up papers. The shell company set up in Canada up often hide illegal activities like dodging taxes or receiving bribes. An international group of journalists put the information online yesterday in a searchable database. This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
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68 Police: Woman arrested after child eats methamphetamine PRAIRIEVILLE, La. (AP) - A Prairieville woman has been arrested after police say her 2-year-old child ate methamphetamine. The Gonzales Police Department said in a news release that authorities arrested 21-year-old Tyler Dauzat on counts of negligent injuring and cruelty to juveniles Sunday. Sgt. Steven Nethken says Dauzat took her 2-year-old to a hospital after the child was exhibiting erratic behavior. A blood screening of the child showed a significant presence of meth and doctors concluded that the child had eaten the drug. Dauzat admitted to police that she had a powder form of crystal meth in her purse and her child had been left alone with a purse nearby. Dauzat was arrested at the Ascension Parish jail. It’s unclear if she has an attorney.
2016-05-10 15:58 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
69 WATCH: Horse rescued after falling into stormwater drain Forget the scandalous side of Tbo Touch. Forget the memes about the outfits. And discard that Metro FM drama ('cause he's back on air now - finish and klaar) We got to see a side of Touch that is closest to his heart.
2016-05-10 15:58 Suthentira Govender www.timeslive.co.za
70 The Latest: Forecasters warn of tornado risk in Ohio Valley OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The Latest on severe weather affecting parts of the U. S. (all times local): 6:15 a.m. Parts of the Great Plains and Ohio Valley could see severe weather Tuesday as two storm systems make their way across the country’s midsection. The Storm Prediction Center says central and northern Texas - including the Dallas-Fort Worth area - could see large hail and powerful winds Tuesday. In the east, Kentucky, southern Ohio, southern Illinois and southern Indiana are all at risk for bad weather, including tornadoes. So far, the risk is lower than on Monday, when powerful storms spawned tornadoes across the Great Plains, killing two people in Oklahoma. In all, the Storm Prediction Center received 23 reports of tornadoes in Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and Oklahoma. The storms also downed trees and damaged buildings in northeast Texas, and dropped softball-sized hail in Lincoln, Nebraska. ___ 1:30 a.m. Two people have been killed by strong tornadoes that swept across portions of southern Oklahoma. Johnston County Sheriff’s Sgt. Stacey Pulley says a man died Monday near the town of Connerville. A storm earlier in the day killed a man in a home near Wynnewood. Some of Monday’s weather was so bad that forecasters declared a “tornado emergency” for the towns of Roff and Hickory, which were in the path of a storm. The Oklahoma Office of Emergency Management reported the storms destroyed a radio station building in Coal County and an undetermined number of homes in Murray, Garvin and Johnston counties. Tornadoes were also reported in Iowa and Nebraska, but there were no immediate reports there of injuries or significant damage.
2016-05-10 15:57 Charles and www.washingtontimes.com
71 Williston angler lands possible state-record paddlefish WILLISTON, N. D. (AP) - A Williston angler over the weekend landed what might be a North Dakota record paddlefish. Grant Werkmeister snagged a whopper on Saturday that weighed an unofficial 131 pounds. That would beat the record 130-pounder caught in May 2010 by Alex Mergen, of Black Hawk, South Dakota. The North Dakota Game and Fish Department must verify that Werkmeister’s catch is a state record. Werkmeister tells KUMV-TV that he’s been fishing for 20 years, and “never expected to pull something like that out of the water.”
2016-05-10 15:57 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
72 Florence Masebe lifts the lid on alleged ‘racist’ incident on Mzansi Magic set Florence took to social media on Tuesday to lift the lid on the alleged incident which she has described on Twitter as “horrible.” The actress was initially unsure on whether she should speak out about the incident, but later decided to bring it into the spotlight quoting what she witnessed. “I can speak to you anyway I like because I’m white.’ This is what a crew member just said to our director who is a black man. Racism is out here dancing on our set,” Florence tweeted. Speaking to TMG Entertainment on Tuesday, Florence declined to comment on the incident referring all queries to Mzansi Magic. “I do not comment on my tweets, any official comment will have to be obtained from Mzansi Magic,” Florence said. TMG understands Mzansi Magic is currently investigating the matter and was informed by the broadcaster that an official statement will be issued before the end of Tuesday. The incident comes just one month after actress Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa also took to social media revealing that she allegedly witnessed racism on set of Afrikaans soapie 7de Laan.
2016-05-10 15:54 Karishma Thakurdin www.timeslive.co.za
73 Being an Arsenal fan is so boring Amid the threat of protests and boycotts by Arsenal fans, Wenger said: "You speak about Liverpool (and their atmosphere). It's a good example to follow. " It was a potentially inflammatory thing to say not only because fans tend not to take kindly to being told their support is worse than that of others, but also because Liverpool offer an interesting counterpoint to where Arsenal find themselves at the moment. On the face of it, Arsenal are in the stronger position. They are third, 10 points and five places above Jurgen Klopp's side, and, after Sunday's draw with Manchester City, need just a single point to qualify for the Champions League for the 19th straight season. Liverpool on the other hand can only make the Champions League if they are successful in their winner-takes-all Europa League final against Sevilla on May 18. And yet, there are many Arsenal supporters who would almost rather be in Liverpool's position, because above all, many of them are not angry or disappointed, they're just bored. Bored with the consistency of finishing third or fourth every season, bored with a Champions League last-16 exit, bored with doing just enough at the end of the season to allow the cycle to repeat itself the following year. Liverpool, by contrast, have had a bizarre, undulating season that has veered from the sublime of a 4-3 win against Borussia Dortmund to the ridiculous of a 3-2 loss at Southampton having been 2-0 up. It's often been chaotic but Klopp's heavy metal football has served to accentuate the monotony of the dirge being played at Arsenal. Because highs like the win against Dortmund are what the fans dream of, and Liverpool now have a shot at glory with the Europa League final in Basel, Switzerland. Wenger's consistency must never be overlooked - after all Liverpool, as well as many others, have spent a fortune in the past two decades desperately trying to achieve Champions League qualification - but the joy of winning silverware is so absolute that he is rightly mocked for talking of a "top four trophy". It's a testament to the ennui at the Emirates that even a run in the much derided Europa League holds a degree of appeal, purely by dint of the fact that it would be something different from the last-16 Champions League defeat that has repeated itself in each of the last six seasons. At a recent home match against Crystal Palace, a picture went viral of a fan lying across three seats at the Emirates looking as casual and uninterested as if he were channel-hopping on his sofa at home. The image could have been from any season over the past 10 years, during which Arsenal have never had more than Champions League qualification to play for heading into the final weeks. Sunday's draw at the Etihad all but confirmed that Arsenal will end the season in third position, meaning they've only finished in two positions (third and fourth) in the past 11 seasons. It's consistent but rightly or wrongly this is not what gets supporters excited, even if it's just about good enough to retain a degree of satisfaction. In the last home match against Norwich City, the majority were not mutinous - they could barely summon enough interest to revolt.
2016-05-10 12:44 CHARLIE ECCLESHARE www.timeslive.co.za
74 Tbo Touch raises over R1 million for charity Tbo Touch is a man of many faces - most of which tend to see him making headlines for all the wrong reasons. So when TMG Entertainment got invited to the annual Touch Invitational, we saw Touch the giver. The Touch Invitational, hosted at the swanky Steyn City, sees big players come together to raise funds for charity. At 20k a pop for a four- ball, golfers of all levels spent Monday trying their best to beat their competitors. Not just that, but raise funds for the charity, Delivering Happiness to Diepsloot. The charity raises funds for the children of Diepsloot by donating school books, bags, shoes and much more from those funds. "How can I live in my home when a couple of metres from me there are children who don't even have shoes to go to school. It is up to us to open our hearts and our wallets to change. If you are in a position to give, then there is no excuse," Touch told us at the event. Not only did players have to contribute a hefty sum for the charity, they also took part in an auction which saw signed pictures of Madiba and Tiger Woods go under the hammer. Ringside tickets for a Floyd Mayweather fight were also up for grabs, but Touch suspended the auction, saying the bids weren't high enough. "These are high-value tickets and much sought after. But more than that, these are children that need our help. I'm not going to settle. I want at least five hundred thousand for them," he told the crowd. Touch says he doesn't like to boast about his charity work because he does it from the heart. "I don't do this for the press. It's not about that. This is about me having a purpose. And helping people is part of that purpose. " TMG Entertainment was one of only two media houses covering the challenge which saw footballer Jimmy Tau and Sport's Minister Fikile Mbalula take part.
2016-05-10 15:49 TMG Entertainment www.timeslive.co.za
75 WATCH: ‘Dancing Stormtroopers’ performance whirls social media The “May the 4th be with you” fever has not concluded. After United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michele Obama danced with Stormtroopers, an elite guardian army inspired from the movie saga ‘Star Wars’, another army of ‘Stormtroopers’ grooved in front of the judges and audience of British talent show “Britain’s Got Talent” over the weekend. The dance troupe, “Boogie Storm”, impressed judges Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon, and Amanda Holden with their dance mix of Psy’s “Gangnam Style”, Beyonce’s “Single Ladies”, Silento’s “Watch Me (Nae Nae)” and many more hits. Cowell, the mainstay judge who was dubbed as the show’s “Darth Vader” and “Dark Lord”, pushed the Golden Buzzer button and swiftly commanded the army to the show’s semifinals. “You know what, the dark side has taken over,” Cowell said. “I don’t know who you are, but I literally said ‘If we could find Stormtroopers who could dance, this show is going to go into a different league,’,” said Cowell. “My dream has come true. Thank you.” The video clip, which was uploaded on video-sharing site YouTube, garnered an overwhelming 5.3 million views. Despite Boogie Storm’s thrilling dance number, many social media users castigated Cowell on his Golden Buzzer choice. Many viewers found Cowell’s choice unfavorable against broadway singer Rachel Wooding, who got the nods of the judges but not a golden ticket to the semifinals. Gianna Francesca Catolico
2016-05-10 15:49 INQUIRER.net entertainment.inquirer.net
76 Authorities want to seize Detroit studio amid drug case DETROIT (AP) - Authorities involved in a federal drug case want to seize a historic Detroit recording studio that once welcomed Aretha Franklin, George Clinton, Berry Gordy, Miles Davis and others. The U. S. attorney’s office in Detroit last month filed paperwork seeking to take United Sound Systems as part of a 2012 cocaine conspiracy case. They say the building was bought in 2009 for $20,000 with help from Dwayne Richards, one of the defendants. Word of the seizure attempt was reported Sunday by Crain’s Detroit Business. The property is owned by Danielle Scott, who authorities note is Richards’ cousin. She hasn’t been charged. The Associated Press left a message Tuesday seeking comment from Scott and sent an email seeking comment from a lawyer for Richards. The building became a recording studio in 1933.
2016-05-10 15:48 - Associated Press - Tuesday, May 10, 2016 www.washingtontimes.com
77 Video: Yearbook Photo Misnames Student in Hijab as 'Isis' A Muslim students in California speaking out after being mistakenly identified in the yearbook his license bill. Bands Ellis said she found it coincidental that she was mistaken for fill up former student whose name is widely associated with the terror group. She said she was hurt though by the error but more so after classmates blasted her for denouncing it. For something like that happen to me in the name on this to be used for me knowing what it means as. Prayer Muslims. It really hurt. The school says Ellis had been incorrectly identified. As that other student officials are trying to figure out. How that mistake happened in the meantime the distribution of the your book has been halted. This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
2016-05-10 15:48 ABC News abcnews.go.com
78 NBA: Curry returns from injury, drops 40 to rescue Warriors PORTLAND — Stephen Curry nailed a 3-pointer in overtime and gestured to the crowd, exclaiming over and over: “I’m back! I’m back!” Golden State’s superstar certainly was. Curry returned from a sprained right knee to score an NBA-record 17 points in overtime, finishing with 40 as the Warriors rallied to take a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals with a 132-125 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. “I love this game, I love playing and love competing. And really, really missed being out there with my teammates,” Curry said. “To help our team get a win tonight and in that fashion, that was a good feeling in that moment to be back on the floor and playing.” Playing for the first time since he was injured in Game 4 of the first-round series against Houston, Curry was rusty for three quarters and sensational down the stretch after the Warriors trailed by as much as 16 points. Originally expected to play about 25 minutes off the bench, Curry picked up a heavier workload in the second half after Shaun Livingston, who had been starting in his absence, was ejected in the second quarter after arguing a call and picking up two technical fouls. Curry’s victorious return came hours after a person with knowledge of the award told The Associated Press that Curry would repeat as NBA MVP, with the announcement coming as early as Tuesday. The Warriors can win the series Wednesday night at home in Game 5. Damian Lillard finished with 36 points and 10 assists for Portland. Curry’s fast-break layup gave the defending NBA champions a 120-118 lead with 2:21 left in the extra period. He followed with a 3-pointer, strutting and pumping his fist in celebration. “You knew he’d catch his rhythm eventually,” Klay Thompson said. “He’s probably the best player in the world, the best shooter of all-time. He was getting good looks. We’ll take those all day.” Harrison Barnes’ layup extended the lead to 125-118 and Portland couldn’t catch up. Thompson finished with 23 for the Warriors. Curry finally made his first 3 of the game to give the Warriors a 103-100 lead with 4:35 left in regulation, but Portland was ahead in the final minute before Barnes tied it at 111-all with a 3- pointer with 51 seconds left. Both Lillard and Curry missed to force the OT. Curry led the Warriors to an NBA-record 73 wins in the regular season, a year after leading the team to its first NBA championship in 40 years. He averaged just over 30 points per game this season. “Remarkable,” Blazers coach Terry Stotts said. “I mean, he looked fresh. He had his rhythm. He made tough shots, he made nice passes, he fought through screens. Obviously 17 points in overtime. It was a hell of a performance.” The Trail Blazers narrowed the series to 2-1 on Saturday night when Lillard scored 40 points in a 120-108 Portland victory while Golden State was still without its star guard. The Blazers became the only team to defeat the Warriors twice this season. Curry came off the bench with 5:56 left in the first quarter and Portland up 16-2. His only points in the quarter came off a pair of jumpers before he went back to the bench. Livingston felt he was fouled just before halftime and was thrown out after arguing with referee Scott Foster. The 12-year veteran guard was averaging 12.1 points and 5.5 assists in the playoffs. He had started six of the eight playoff games while Curry nursed his knee injury. Portland led 67-57 at the half, scoring a franchise playoff-record 41 points in the second quarter alone. Lillard led all scorers with 17 points. Curry said his legs were sore after the game. “To be expected,” he said. “I pride myself in the work I put in in the offseason to get through the 82-game schedule and be fresh for the playoffs. I was off my feet for a week and some change. You obviously lose a little bit but deep down when I got the work the last four days and broke a sweat and put the time in, that helped me get through these 38 minutes.”
2016-05-10 15:41 Associated Press sports.inquirer.net
79 WATCH: Chinese woman rips out huge chunk of hair attempting a viral video challenge Graphic content usually comes with a “do not try this at home” disclaimer, and this trending video should certainly have had one. A 34-second clip of a woman from China who attempted the famed “Corn Cob Challenge” has gone viral, after it showed her failing miserably and getting an unwanted haircut in the process. The trend, made famous by food blogger, Eater Yang, prods challengers to devour a corn skewered in an operational drill, while it spins around in full speed. Unfortunately for the girl, the revolving metal got stuck on her scalp midway through the challenge, which ripped a chunk of her hair resulting into a very noticeable bald spot in front of her head. However, the woman was seen visiting a doctor later in the video, who told her the hair will grow back in time. Chinese netizens have been known to take part in various unusual social media challenges, usually stemming from Weibo. READ: Fitness challenge: Chinese netizens show off their #A4Waist The challenger’s identity, meanwhile, remains unknown as of this story’s writing. Khristian Ibarrola
2016-05-10 15:40 INQUIRER.net technology.inquirer.net
80 New Libya government creates 'Presidential Guard' It was the first move by the UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) to reorganise armed forces in the North African country that has been mired in chaos since the 2011 uprising that toppled Moamer Kadhafi. The GNA announced on its Facebook page that the "Presidential Guard" will be Tripoli-based but will include members of the police and army "selected in different regions" of Libya. It will ensure security at "presidential complexes... and public buildings", as well as providing close protection for members of the government and "notable guests" of the country. Manpower figures were not given, but the new force's tasks will include protecting "sensitive sites including maritime, air and land borders, the sources and supply of water and electricity power plants". After Kadhafi was overthrown and killed nearly five years ago, dozens of heavily armed militias in the capital and in cities across western Libya held onto weaponry they had used to battle the dictator's forces. In the east, controversial General Khalifa Haftar, self-proclaimed commander-in-chief, controls the "Libyan Arab armed forces" who include former regular soldiers and disparate armed factions. The presidential council has no authority over Haftar's forces who remain loyal to a parallel government backed by the internationally recognised parliament now based in the east. Formed under a UN-backed power-sharing deal agreed by some Libyan lawmakers in December, the GNA has been working to assert its authority but has yet to receive the official endorsement of the recognised parliament.
2016-05-10 15:40 AFP www.timeslive.co.za
81 81 David Cameron in PR gaffe as he tells the Queen Nigeria and Afghanistan are 'fantastically corrupt' on mic David Cameron has been caught on microphone telling the Queen that Nigeria and Afghanistan are "possibly two of the most corrupt countries in the world". The prime minister's comments were picked up on camera by ITV news, during a conversation with the monarch, the Archbishop of Canterbury and Commons speaker John Bercow, which took place at an event to mark the Queen's 90th birthday. Speaking ahead of the government's anti-corruption summit, Cameron said: "We had a very successful cabinet meeting this morning. We talked about our anti-corruption summit. We've got...some leaders of some fantastically corrupt countries coming to Britain. "Nigeria and Afghanistan are possibly two of the most corrupt countries in the world. " The prime minister is no stranger to on-mic blunders. In September last year he was heard saying that Yorkshire people "hate each other" ahead of a speech in Leeds. “We just thought people in Yorkshire hated everyone else, we didn’t realise they hated each other so much," he asserted.
2016-05-10 15:30 Rebecca Stewart www.thedrum.com
82 Olympics: From waterless village to rowing in Rio An Indian rower has achieved an improbable feat by qualifying for the Rio Olympics -– despite coming from a drought-plagued village where there is not even enough water to drink. Dattu Bhokanal, whose father dug wells for a living, said that when he took up rowing after joining the army he was scared, because he had never seen so much water. But just a few years on, and with his arid ancestral home hit by severe water shortages that have affected more than 330 million, Bhokanal is dreaming of single sculls glory as India’s only Olympic rower in Rio. “There is a huge water shortage in our village,” said Bhokanal, referring to tiny Talegaon in Nashik district, around 165 kilometers (100 miles) northeast of Mumbai. “We used to travel long distances to get water and also stand in long queues to get our buckets filled from water tanks,” added the 24-year-old of his childhood. Earlier this month, the government said a quarter of the India’s population, spread across 10 states, had been hit by drought after two consecutive years of weak monsoons. Bhokanal’s tale is all the more remarkable as he couldn’t even swim when he first started rowing, and also has the pressure of his mother being seriously ill in hospital. He joined the army in 2012, needing a way to support his family after his father died from bone cancer the previous year. Stationed in the much lusher district of Pune, he couldn’t believe his eyes when he saw a vast expanse of water where recruits practiced rowing. At first Bhokanal was intimidated, and wondered why water was being used for sport when so many people in the farming belt were thirsty. But over time he defeated his fears. “Eventually I got comfortable with the water and there was no looking back,” he told AFP. Making waves Bhokanal quickly showed skill to match his impressive, lean six-foot frame and in 2014 he competed at the Asian Games in South Korea where he finished fifth. During regional Olympic qualifying races in April in Chungju, also in South Korea, Bhokanal made the grade for the men’s single sculls in Rio de Janeiro in August. “It feels nice that I am bearing the fruits of my hard work,” he told AFP. “But this instant stardom does not make me any different and I will not lose the focus of my goal.” “I am still the same person looking to get an Olympic medal,” Bhokanal said, adding that his mother’s plight has only “strengthened (his) resolve”. He also said the hardships of Indian village life can be a good breeding ground for aspiring athletes, despite the lack of water and other resources. “I believe that people from villages tend to work harder,” Bhokanal said. “Farming and housework activities require a lot of physical labour and that makes us tougher. City life is much more relaxed and people tend to just enjoy themselves more,” he added. India’s chief rowing coach Ismail Baig hailed Bhokanal’s “brilliant” dedication and down-to-earth nature. “He was new and inexperienced but he was hungry to succeed and he worked extra hard to prove himself,” he told AFP. “Even though he’s now in the limelight he remains a simple guy who has no airs and graces,” Baig added.
2016-05-10 15:25 Agence France sports.inquirer.net
83 'Bail'ed out: Six cricketers who were hit-wicket in IPL history Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Yuvraj Singh recently joined an elite list of cricketers during the match against Mumbai Indians during their IPL 9 tie. Thus, he became only the sixth batsman to be dismissed by hit-wicket in Indian Premier League history. Here is the list. Yuvraj Singh (Sunrisers Hyderabad) The all-rounder dislodged the bales while batting thus being dismissed hit-wicket during an over by Mitchell McClenegan in the match against Mumbai Indians. (Pic/ PTI) Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings) In 2012, the all-rounder was facing fierce pacer Dale Steyn but did not let the Proteas bowler show-off his skills as Jadeja got out hit-wicket. (Pic/ AFP) Saurabh Tiwary (Royal Challengers Bangalore) The batsman was up against Mumbai Indians spinner Harbhajan Singh in 2012 when he hit the bat to his stumps to be dismissed. (Pic/ AFP) Musavir Khote (Mumbai Indians) In 2008, the cricketer threw away his wicket to Sreesanth during the match against Kings XI Punjab. Misbah-ul-Haq (Royal Challengers Bangalore) The Pakistan cricketer fell prey to a hit-wicket against Sreesanth (again) in 2008! Swapnil Asnodkar (Rajasthan Royals) The opening batsman in 2009 gave away his wicket to Albie Morkel during the match against Chennai Super Kings.
2016-05-10 15:24 By A www.mid-day.com
84 Microsoft hits $1tn in all-time revenue While looking at Microsoft’s Washington state tax breaks, writer, technologist and activist Jeff Reifman noticed something: the company hit $1tn in cumulative revenues this past quarter. According to Reifman and Statista, the Redmond, Washington-based company has socked away $108bn in earnings in offshore accounts and is receiving around $776m in state tax breaks due to 2010 legislative action, a state royalty tax redefinition led by former Microsoft executive Ross Hunter, who was a state representative at the time. Reifman further noted that, since 1997, Microsoft’s opening of offices in Nevada, a state with no corporate income tax, has lessened its tax burden. By comparison, Reitman’s research indicates that Apple reached the $1tn in revenue mark in 2015, with a cumulative profit of $261.6bn. Microsoft nudges slightly ahead with $265.2bn in cumulative revenue. Another large Seattle-based company, Amazon, is on track to the $1tn mark with $545bn in all- time cumulative revenue and $3.31bn in profit, according to Reifman's data. Additionally, Google has earned $417.3bn in all-time revenue and has a cumulative revenue of $96.3bn.
2016-05-10 15:24 Doug Zanger www.thedrum.com
85 Marketing Moment 44: Apple introduces its first iPod at start of the millennium To celebrate the Ad Club of New York's 120th anniversary , The Drum is inviting readers to share their favorite marketing moments from the past 120 years. Today's marketing moment was chosen by Paul Renner, executive creative director at KBS. Below, find out why Apple's rollout of the iPod is his favorite marketing moment. The year 2000 turned out not to be the end of the world as predicted. But our world did change dramatically that year. The year 2000 brought us the first-ever iPod. This one small product changed our lives and ears forever. I remember unboxing the iPod (sorry no YouTube video exists to prove it, but trust me it was amazing). Unboxing this magical, kinda weighty gem and just feeling different after I held it in my hand. It actually set expectations on how consumer products should feel in your hand from that day on. It was the one item I bought that made me feel really smart (I own this iPod and not everyone has one) and empowered (a thousand songs in my pocket? That’s nuts!) more so than any other purchase I can think of at that time. This amazing product and the marketing effort from Apple soon thereafter set the tone and raised the bar for our distant marketing future. To submit your own favorite marketing moment, email [email protected] and include 'Marketing Moments' in the header or tweet @TheDrum using the hashtag #marketingmoments.
2016-05-10 15:22 Staff Writer www.thedrum.com
86 Obama to make historic first presidential visit to Hiroshima "The president will make an historic visit to Hiroshima with Prime Minister (Shinzo) Abe to highlight his continued commitment to pursuing the peace and security of a world without nuclear weapons," said spokesman Josh Earnest. The announcement comes after months of rumors in the US and Japan that the president, a Nobel peace laureate, would make a visit to the city devastated in the final days of World War II. Obama will visit central Japan in late May for a Group of Seven summit. Before that, he will head to Vietnam, the White House said. Last month, Secretary of State John Kerry became the highest ranking US political figure to visit Hiroshima. He said he was "deeply moved" by the experience and a "gut-wrenching display that tugs at all your sensibilities as a human being. " "Everyone should visit Hiroshima, and everyone means everyone," he added, fueling speculation that Obama would go. Japan has long urged world leaders to visit Hiroshima and Nagasaki to see the horrors of the atomic bombings and join efforts to eradicate nuclear arms. But a presidential visit could rile Obama's opponents and some in the military whose predecessors carried out presidential orders to drop the bombs. The visit would come at a particularly sensitive time. This December marks the 75th anniversary of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, in Obama's home state of Hawaii. On August 6, 1945, the US dropped the world's first atomic bomb on Hiroshima, killing around 140,000 people, including those who survived the explosion itself but died soon after from severe radiation exposure. Three days later, the US military dropped a plutonium bomb on the port city of Nagasaki, killing some 74,000 people. The bombings are controversial in the United States, where opinion remains divided over whether their use in the closing days of World War II was justified. Last week, White House press secretary Josh Earnest said that Obama did not believe the United States owes Japan an apology for that military action.
2016-05-10 15:19 AFP www.timeslive.co.za
87 Hope Narendra Modi will now stop toppling governments: Arvind Kejriwal New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the floor test in the Uttarakhand assembly hinted at a victory for the ruling Congress. Arvind Kejriwal. Pic/PTI Uttarakhand has been under President's Rule since March 27 when the Congress government was dismissed by the central government citing misgovernance in the hill state. President's Rule was lifted for two hours, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesday, for the floor test. The 72-member Uttarakhand assembly has been reduced to only 62 -- including one nominated member but excluding the speaker -- after the Supreme Court barred nine rebel Congress MLAs from voting in the floor test. The Congress has 27 members and the Bharatiya Janata Party 28. There are six from the Progressive Democratic Front.
2016-05-10 15:13 By PTI www.mid-day.com
88 Eva Mendes, Ryan Gosling welcome second daughter Hollywood stars Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling have welcomed a second daughter, after once again keeping the pregnancy under wraps, TMZ reported. Mendes, 42, who began dating the Canadian actor in 2011, gave birth to Amada on April 29 in Santa Monica, near Los Angeles, the entertainment news site said. Representatives for the American actress and Canadian star, 35, did not immediately confirm the report. The stars already have a daughter Esmeralda, born in 2014. For both pregnancies, Mendes, a Cuban-American born in Miami but raised in California, chose to rarely, if ever, appear in public, or appeared artfully wrapped in scarves and shawls. Actor-director Gosling met Mendes on set while filming “The Place Beyond the Pines” (2012), in which they played a couple with a baby. Gosling, a frequent candidate on the world’s sexiest men list, is known for his roles in “Drive” and “Crazy, Stupid, Love.” The actor — whose previous partners have included Sandra Bullock — was shortlisted for an Academy Award for 2006’s “Half Nelson.” Gosling served up his hugely-anticipated directorial debut “Lost River” at the Cannes Film Festival in 2014, which had some critics screaming in pain and others singing his praise. Last year he played an arrogant banker in “The Big Short,” and his police comedy “The Nice Guys” comes out this month.
2016-05-10 15:13 Agence France entertainment.inquirer.net
89 Man accused of killing girlfriend says she almost destroyed his marriage and cheated on him He allegedly shot them multiple times one night at about 11pm in Maokeng Section. Mokoena pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder. He claims it was self defence. Moses Tumi Mpati who lived opposite a house where Mathebula lived said he heard screams at about 11:30pm. He went to find out what was happening and found Mokoena trying to pull Mathebula while the landlord‚ Frida‚ tried to separate them. "She stood behind sis Frida. She did not want to go to Mandla‚ she was frightened. She looked like she was crying and wanted to cry. I asked Mandla what the problem was. He said he found a room for her but she almost destroyed his marriage and was cheating on him. He pointed at a man who was sitting in a car and she was cheating with him‚" he said. Mpati said he walked to the car and asked the man to leave and allow Mokoena and Mathebula to resolve their issues. "He took time to leave. He said he can't just leave her alone‚" he said.
2016-05-10 15:12 Pertunia Mafokwane www.timeslive.co.za
90 Petition calling on BBC to sack Laura Kuenssberg pulled following abuse from 'sexist trolls' A petition calling on the BBC to sack its political editor Laura Kuenssberg has been removed by its creators after trolls "hijacked" the campaign and flooded the journalist with a string of sexist messages. Hosted on lobbying group 38 Degrees' website, the petition implored the broadcaster to let go of its first female political editor, accusing Kuenssberg of being biased against Labour in relation to her coverage of the UK local and regional elections last week. The campaign has since been removed by founder Joe Haydon , who said: "When I started my campaign I was trying to raise a serious issue about what I saw as a reporter not being balanced and fair in the way that the news was covered. My petition has since been hijacked by a group of people who absolutely do not share my views. "I would like to reassure everyone that I am a passionate advocate for equality in all areas, not just gender equality. This petition has precisely zero to do with gender. "As a result of the sexist trolls who have attempted to derail my petition, I have decided to take it down. " Some 35,000 people lent their signatures to the campaign, but before its removal MPs and journalists noted that several of the comments made by those sharing the campaign carried a misogynistic undertone. Speaking to the Guardian, 38 Degrees executive director David Babbs said it worked with Haydon to take down the petition. “I am really concerned that a petition hosted on the 38 Degrees website has been hijacked, and used as a focal point for sexist and hateful abuse made towards Laura Kuenssberg on Twitter. "That is totally unacceptable and, with the agreement of the petition starter, we’ve taken the petition down to prevent it being used in this way. There is no place in the 38 Degrees family for sexism or any form of discrimination or hate speech," he added.
2016-05-10 15:01 Rebecca Stewart www.thedrum.com
91 Cadbury crunches down on Shazam and Snapchat in new singles bar push Cadbury is investing heavily in its singles brands such as Crunchie, Twirl and Wispa for the first time in 20 years, overtly setting its sights on a new younger market with Shazam and Snapchat campaigns in the works. The new 'Obey Your Mouth' creative launches with the Cadbury Crunchie at the fore; the full range of chocolate bars will be eventually be spotlighted. A 30-second spot - the first in 16 years for the honeycomb treat - is to be released tomorrow (11 May). Consumers will be able to scan out of home six-sheets located across the country in order additional mobile entertainment via Shazam. Additionally, Crunchie-sponsored Snapchat lenses will be unveiled on three consecutive Fridays throughout May, in order to highlight the brand's 'Friday Feeling' arm of the campaign to a new audience. The initiative will also span in-store, PR and digital, and buses in London and Manchester will be wrapped in gold. Amid the sugar debate, the Mondelez brand is also pushing the message that all its singles bar servings come in at less than 250 calories. Nuria Antoja, marketing manager for Mondelez International, said: “With this campaign we aim to show consumers that no matter what taste experience they’re looking for, Cadbury has a chocolate bar for them. We are also excited to be bringing back a new Crunchie campaign after over a decade and introduce it to a new generation of Cadbury fans who may never have seen the original TV ads before. "We look forward to seeing what our younger audiences think and the joyful experiences they’ll have with our ultimate Friday Feeling chocolate treat.” Cadbury previously experimented with Snapchat lenses back in Easter as part of its seasonal Creme Egg push.
2016-05-10 15:01 Katie Deighton www.thedrum.com
92 Transit of Mercury across the Sun: Rare celestial event keeps Mumbaikars glued In a rare astronomical phenomenon that occurs only 13 times in a century, planet Mercury, on Monday was seen as dot on the solar disc from several parts of India. The transit of Mercury, a rare celestial phenomenon, as observed from Worli Sea face in Mumbai. Pic/PTI Space enthusiasts in Mumbai witnessed a tiny black dot crossing the Sun - the Mercury transit as the planet crossed the Sun between 4.43 p.m. and 7.01 p.m. on Monday. This phenomenon occurs only when the Sun, Mercury and the Earth lined up in one plane. It appears as a dot on the disc because its angular size is very small compared to that of the Sun as seen from the Earth. People use telescopes with special filters to watch the planet Mercury as it makes a rare transit across the Sun. Pic/PTI The phenomenon is a relatively rare one which occurs 13 or 14 times in a century. It occurs in May and November. The interval between one November transit and next November transit may be 7, 13 or 33 years whereas the interval between one May transit and the next May transit may be 13 or 33 years. People use a Xray paper to watch the planet Mercury as it makes a rare transit across the Sun. Pic/PTI In Mumbai the event started at around 4.41 pm and it can be seen for a duration of about 2 hours 24 minutes. The event is impossible - and dangerous - to view with the naked eye or binoculars, but astronomy groups worldwide are offering the chance view it through filtered telescopes. The last transit of Mercury had occurred on November 6, 2006 when just the end of the event was visible from the extreme north-eastern parts of India at sunrise. These folks are joined by a policeman who is also eager to watch the rare phenomenon. Pic/PTI The next transit of Mercury will take place on November 11, 2019 but the event cannot be seen from India as the same will begin after the sunset time of all places in the country. The transit of Mercury on November 13, 2032 will be visible again from India. Mercury is the smallest, and the first planet which is next planet to the Sun. It takes 88 earth days to orbit around the sun. 2016-05-10 14:59 By A www.mid-day.com
93 Rights of inmates cannot be compromised‚ says prisons commissioner This follows “unprotected” strike action last week by correctional officials at Johannesburg and Bethal correctional centres. Labour organisations POPCRU and the Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) have distanced themselves from the strike. Last week warders at the Johannesburg prison embarked on a strike and demanded that Justice and Correctional Services Minister Michael Masutha hear their grievances. Male awaiting-trial detainees at the prison’s medium B section were not being transported to court‚ with warders complaining that the Department of Correctional Services had failed to properly compensate prison officials who qualified for benefits such as overtime pay‚ a danger allowance‚ new uniforms and promotions. In a statement issued by the Department of Correctional Services‚ Commissioner Modise has assured officials that their concerns are receiving urgent attention‚ and has called on them to adhere to lawful channels of communication. “The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is designated as an essential service. We‚ therefore‚ call upon all officials to follow lawful channels of communication‚ and not to embark upon any unlawful‚ and illegal‚ labour action. “The disruptive behaviour by certain officials to the systemic functioning of DCS compromises the basic human rights of inmates‚ as offenders have the right to conditions of detention that are consistent with human dignity. Action will be taken against officials who promote such unlawful‚ and unprofessional‚ conduct‚” said Modise. Modise said that he had again urged the department’s human resources division to be sensitive to the issues raised by officials which DCS‚ in certain instances‚ had not finalised. “DCS managers need to be alive to the frustrations of officials‚ which should equally frustrate management. Staff should not be afraid to raise issues in the appropriate manner‚ and those officials who remain unsatisfied at local‚ area and regional level are welcome to elevate their concerns to Head Office. As DCS‚ we remain committed towards ensuring that all issues raised by officials are speedily resolved‚” the commissioner said. Modise said that the department was currently engaging with POPCRU and PSA who were the recognised labour union representatives of DCS officials. “On 11 February 2013‚ a Ministerial Task Team (MTT) was established‚ during a Ministerial Consultative Forum‚ with POPCRU and PSA. The Task Team‚ comprising of representatives from DCS Management‚ POPCRU and PSA‚ was mandated to tackle a range of issues‚ in order to facilitate a sound union-management relationship within the Department. The MTT has since resolved a number of issues. However‚ there are certain matters which remain partially resolved or unresolved. Together‚ we will overcome the challenges‚” Modise said.
2016-05-10 14:59 TMG Digital www.timeslive.co.za
94 Houston really wants the proposed bullet train to make a stop downtown A planned high-speed rail line remains a popular project with city officials, many of whom are holding onto hope for an eventual downtown terminal. "We are looking at the best interests of the city," said District K Councilman Larry Green, noting the city is seeking an engineering firm to study a downtown rail link. RELATED: Houston named among America's worst designed cities Texas Central Partners, the private firm proposing the Houston-to-Dallas line, briefed a city council committee Monday, telling officials they remain on track to break ground in late 2017. "That might slide into early 2018," said Shaun McCabe, vice-president of Texas Central Railway. Any connection to downtown, which would likely require public funding, would be built later, said Holly Reed, manager of external affairs for Texas Central Partners. The railway company will operate trains carrying up to 400 passengers every 30 minutes during peak times between the two metro regions. The trip will take about 90 minutes, officials said. RELATED: Metro cities with the best public transportation Texas Central Partners is developing the project, though the two are largely the same entity. Company officials said the entire project – estimated to cost around $12 billion – will be privately funded. Texas-based investors and engineering companies have contributed an initial round of investment, while the Japan Bank for International Cooperation will contribute significantly. The bank helps fund projects that export Japanese technology, such as the Texas Central will do by importing Shinkansen high-speed train technology to Texas. Questions remain about the line, particularly in rural areas where opposition is strong. Ranchers and county officials in many places between Houston and Dallas have called the line disastrous for their quiet way of life. In Houston, concerns focus more on the effect in specific neighborhoods and worries over noise and visual blight. The issue that has drawn the most attention is the plan by Texas Central to stop the line near U. S. 290 and Loop 610. RELATED: How Houston will look differently during the Super Bowl "I am concerned there is a possibility of land-locking my district," District A Councilwoman Brenda Stardig said, noting details have made it hard to determine the traffic effects the line will have. The train line would run parallel to U. S. 290, Hempstead Highway and a freight rail line, which Stardig said could be too much for the area to overcome in terms of crossings and large impediments cutting the neighborhoods in half. The lack of a downtown connection, meanwhile, continues to worry some officials, including Green and Mayor Sylvester Turner. Houston Public Works has a pending request for proposals for an engineering firm to study the downtown link in greater detail. Green said the study would give Houston more information about the importance of a downtown link, which would then be turned over to the company so they can consider a possible link. "It might make sense for them to do it," Green said. "We as a city want to know what the impact would be and is there another way. " RELATED: This is how much time, money you're wasting in traffic each year Reed, the Texas Central spokeswoman, said the company would consider any alternative outside its own plans as "complementary" to its own plans. She compared the Houston discussion to a similar conversation happening in the Dallas area, where a link to Fort Worth is being studied. That extension, however, is predicated on public funding, Reed said. The next step in developing the line is a draft environmental report, expected in late summer or early fall. The report will be followed by a round of public meetings, in coordination with the company and the Federal Railroad Administration. Federal officials have to eventually approve the route and technology used and clear the company to proceed. The deadline for the city's request for a qualified firm to study options for extending the high- speed rail or adding other transit services is May 27.
2016-05-10 17:51 By Dug www.chron.com
95 Mother who supplied drugs in prom night sex death pleads guilty, sentenced The Houston mother who provided drugs and alcohol to her son before he choked his prom date during sex pleaded guilty and was sentenced Tuesday morning. The son's 17-year- old prom date, Jacqueline Gomez, later died. Melissa Martinez was sentenced to 21 months in jail. Her son, Eddie Herrera, 20, who attended Aldine's MacArthur High School, was convicted of assault for choking Gomez during sex in a hotel room after prom on May 16, 2014. Gomez was found dead the next morning in the hotel bed. READ MORE: Jury sentences Houston man in prom death to decades in prison He was sentenced Wednesday to 25 years in prison. Herrera, then 18, told police he and his mother worked together to rent the hotel room, get two bottles of whiskey and at least 20 pills of hydrocodone, a prescription painkiller. He told detectives that he and Gomez drank a bottle and a half of whiskey and took most of the pills before having consensual sex. THE CRIME: Teen accused of strangling his girlfriend during sex after prom It was during the sex, he told police, that she asked him to squeeze her neck. Prosecutors said it was more likely that Herrera choked Gomez until she was unconscious during rough sex. He then passed out next to her and woke to find her dead. Herrera was not charged with murder. He was convicted of assaulting someone in a dating relationship, a first-degree felony. Herrera's defense lawyer argued that she died of an overdose. The medical examiner's office ruled the cause of death "undetermined. "
2016-05-10 17:51 By Jessica www.chron.com
96 Boy Who Donated His Hair to Kids With Cancer Now Has Cancer (Newser) – Vinny Desautels, a 7-year-old 2nd-grader in northern California, spent two years of his life growing out his hair to donate it to a child with cancer—even though some kids teased him for looking like a girl. "I want to help people so they don't have to go to the doctors to fight cancer," he tells KTLA. Now the boy finds himself in the very shoes he wished no kid would have to fill as he faces his own battle with aggressive stage 4 cancer, reports Fox40. Recently diagnosed with metastatic cancer (meaning simply that it has spread) after his parents grew concerned about a droopy eyelid and large lump on his hip, Vinny's docs have yet to identify the exact type. Vinny's grandparents set up a GoFundMe page to help the family survive what will surely be large medical bills, all while Vinny's father is a combat veteran and his mother is six months pregnant. Some 2,000 people have so far donated more than $75,000, and the parents admitted in their own update this week that while they appreciate the "extraordinary" support, "this is all new to us as a family and we don't want to lie to you we are a little uncomfortable— we're just a blue collar family who enjoys bbq's with friends, and fart jokes. " Vinny, meanwhile, is taking it all in stride, though at Boing Boing , Xeni Jardin issues a note of caution: "We don't have to make this child a hero, or a fighter, or someone who's 'battling' and 'got this.' Cancer patients don't have to be superheroes. We are just people whose bodies are going through a s-- --- disease. " (See what this 8-year-old boy managed to do in his final months with cancer.)
2016-05-10 17:51 Elizabeth Armstrong rssfeeds.usatoday.com
97 Crazy in love: Beyonce commissions Israeli fashion designer for 'Formation' world tour Israeli fashion designer, Inbal Dror, announced Tuesday that she is designing a line of dresses for Beyonce's much-anticipated world tour "Formation. " Beyonce's stylist approached Dror with the offer personally, after the award-winning singer fell in love with the dress Dror designed her for the Grammys earlier this year. For inspiration for the custom-made new line, Dror said she drew inspiration from Victorian and tribal influences that are featured in the singer's music video for her new hit "Formation. " The designer said of her new project that it's like a dream come true. "There is nothing more exciting than the admiration of a trend-setting star like Beyonce. It is a great honor to be a part of her world tour. " Dror's creation that Bey wore to the Grammy's caught the eye of many fashion-forward news purveyors, which all gave the dress rave reviews. Fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar noted: "The designer, best known for her sexy silhouettes, illusion paneling and intricate embroidery, seems a perfect fit for the 'Formation' singer, who's not afraid to walk the carpet in something sparkly or sheer. " The couture publication added that the gown was "the bridal equivalent of hot sauce in your bag, swag. " Beyonce's "Formation" tour kicked off on April 27 and will continue through October.
2016-05-10 14:53 Jpost Com www.jpost.com
98 Eight members of Hyderabad's 'snake gang' convicted Hyderabad: A city court on Tuesday convicted eight members of a 'snake gang' involved in various crimes by threatening the victims with snakes. The ninth accused was acquitted by the court. The quantum of punishment will be pronounced on Wednesday by the Ranga Reddy district court. The main accused, Faisal Dayani, a gym instructor, and the others were convicted for dacoity. The prosecutor said under section 395 of the Indian Penal Code, the accused may be sentenced to life or rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to 10 years. However, the charge of gangrape against the accused was dropped as the victim withdrew her statement. The sensational activities of the gang came to light in 2014 when a girl lodged a complaint with the police that the gang raped her in front of her fiance. After barging into a guest house in Pahadi Shareef area on the city's outskirts, the accused also looted Rs.60,000 from the couple. The gang, however, has been charged under Section 354 B of Nirbhaya Act (assaut or use of criminal force with intent to disrobe woman). The gang was allegedly involved in extortion and settling of disputes. Its members used snakes to threaten their victims. Police had also seized four horses from their possession. They have also been charged with showing cruelty to animals.
2016-05-10 14:51 By IANS www.mid-day.com
99 French labour reforms: Government to force plan through The French cabinet has given the go-ahead for the president to force through highly controversial labour reforms, circumventing parliament. An extraordinary cabinet meeting invoked the constitution's controversial Article 49.3, allowing the government to bypass parliament. The bill would make it easier for employers to hire and fire workers. Opponents say it will let employers bypass workers' rights on pay, overtime and breaks. The proposed reforms, which also include changes to France's 35-hour working week, have sparked waves of sometimes violent protests across France. France's Socialist government says removing some of the protection workers enjoy will encourage businesses to hire more people. It says its aim is to combat chronic unemployment. Tuesday's cabinet decision was announced by Prime Minister Manuel Valls. President Francois Hollande has said that he will only consider running for re-election next year if he can bring down the jobless rate, which is more than 10%. The decision to invoke article 49.3 was made after the government failed to reach a compromise on the bill with MPs. A group of rebels within the Socialist party has refused to support the reforms. The only way the bill can now be stopped is by a motion of censure - effectively a vote of no confidence - in parliament within 24 hours, a move which would bring down the government. Correspondents say such action is highly unlikely.
2016-05-10 17:39 BBC News www.bbc.co.uk
100 In pictures: The last nomadic people of Nepal The Raute are the last nomadic people of Nepal. Now numbering fewer than 150, they live in the forests of Accham's middle hills, where photographer Andrew Newey caught up with them. The Raute people live in temporary camps, hidden away from the villages, in remote parts of the forest. Their dwellings are basic tents made from wooden branches covered with leaves and cloth. These hunter-gatherers move camp every few weeks through the steeply wooded hills and mountains A Raute elder returns to camp with a monkey after a successful day's hunting. They are accomplished in the art of hunting monkeys, which they trap using a special net. Hunting is carried out only by males in the community Division of labour is based on gender. Women mostly carry out daily tasks such as cooking, washing, collecting water and firewood and beating the grains. A very typical scene in the Raute camp, with the whole family gathered around a fire. Despite immense pressure from the Nepalese government to conform, the Raute remain a secretive community deeply suspicious of outsiders. A pot of leaves from the forest boils on the fire. The Raute have a strong attachment to the forest and shun agriculture because they believe it is a sin to sow seeds. Once their forest home allowed them to be self-sufficient, but now they rely on government handouts. Young Raute girls grind corn using heavy wooden poles, while the infants help to tidy up. The Raute live in an area known as the middle hills, between the flat land of Nepal's southern Terai region and the Himalayas, and cut only common species of trees. Following two bear attacks in as many days, where one tribe member was killed and another seriously injured, the children are warned not to venture too deep into the forest. The area has lost much of its forest. And, although the remaining areas are protected by government legislation, the loss of this habitat along with many of the animals and plants on which the Raute depended for survival has pushed them into direct contact with their settled counterparts. All photographs by Andrew Newey .
2016-05-10 17:39 BBC News www.bbc.co.uk
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