‘Crazy’ ants attacking honeybees as they spread across southeast Texas, vexing beekeepersDALLAS — A species of ant that has ruined sewage pumps, fouled computers and made it difficult for homeowners to enjoy their yards has a new target: the honeybee. Google tricycle snaps views from Philly campus, nation’s hiking and biking trails, theme parksPHILADELPHIA — Coming soon to a campus near you — the Google tricycle. Iraqi Shiite militant accused in 5 US deaths freed; father of 1 of soldiers expresses outrageBAGHDAD — The surprise release of a Shiite militant linked to the killing of five U.S. soldiers in Iraq is part of a high-stakes gambit that could result in freedom for five British hostages and a political role for a major Shiite extremist group with reputed ties to Iran. US frees Iraqi Shiite militant accused of killing of 5 American soldiers, say officialsBAGHDAD — The U.S. military has released a Shiite militant accused of being involved in one of the most brazen attacks of the war that killed five American soldiers in 2007, the Iraqi government said Tuesday. Israel, a country on edge, has decidedly mixed reaction to Obama’s outreach to MuslimsJERUSALEM — Israel, the country most on edge about Barack Obama’s outreach to Muslims, had decidedly mixed reactions Thursday to the U.S. president’s speech in Cairo and its strong call for Israel to halt settlement expansion on territory the Palestinians claim for a future state. Indian democracy loses to Chinese efficiency - by 160 votesLONDON - As millions of Indians prepared for Wednesday’s last round of elections, India’s much-lauded democracy was given a thorough drubbing by China’s efficiency-driven one-party system. Israel discussing withdrawal from village divided by UN’s Israel, Lebanon, Syria borderJERUSALEM — Israel’s deputy foreign minister indicated Thursday that his government is considering withdrawing from part of a contentious village under Israeli control though a U.N. border puts part of it in Lebanon. 3 hurt by possible tornado in La., rain floods parts of W.Va. as storms badger SoutheastNEW ORLEANS — A tornado injured three people and damaged nearly two dozen homes Monday in southern Louisiana, a day after severe thunderstorms across the Southeast killed one person. Las Vegas Singer-actor-impressionist Danny Gans dies suddenly at 52LAS VEGAS — Singer-actor-impressionist Danny Gans, who spent more than a decade as one of the most popular entertainers in Las Vegas, died Friday. He was 52. Gans was pronounced dead in his bed shortly after police and paramedics were summoned to his home about 3:45 a.m., said police spokesman Todd Rasmussen. A few good friends: Facebook, Twitter all the rage as Pentagon reaches out to new generationFORT MONROE, Va. — You don’t often hear a three-star general using the word “friend” as a verb. Resul Pookutty signs his first south Indian filmNEW DELHI - After winning an Oscar for Danny Boyle’s Mumbai-based underdog drama ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, Kerala-born sound maestro Resul Pookutty is coming full circle, as he will design sound for his first Malayalam movie ‘Pazhaasi Raja’. Another finalist thrown from ‘American Idol,’ leaving 4 singers in the competitionLOS ANGELES — There was no saving Matt Giraud this time on “American Idol.” Obama’s choice for appeals court faces tough questioning from Democratic senatorWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s choice for a federal appeals court judge came in for rough questioning Wednesday by a Democratic senator over the judge’s former affiliation with an advocacy group. Anoop Desai bows out of ‘American Idol’LOS ANGELES - Indian American singer Anoop Desai finally bowed out of ‘American Idol’ after making waves on the Fox TV singing competition for several weeks. India probes dispute over report that ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ father tried to sell child starMUMBAI, India — Indian police are investigating claims and counterclaims by the parents of a child star in “Slumdog Millionaire” after a British tabloid alleged the father tried to sell the 9-year-old girl to an undercover reporter. Rubina’s father rubbishes allegation of selling daughterMUMBAI - Father of child actor Rubina Ali Qureshi of the Oscar winning movie ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ fame has denied media reports that he put his daughter ever on sale. I prefer cinema to theatre any day: Anurag KashyapNEW DELHI - Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap may have produced the play ‘The Skeleton Woman’ featuring his real-life partner Kalki Koechlin, but he maintains that he prefers cinema as a medium to express his emotions. Kelly Brook’s boob-grabbing holiday with rugby beauLONDON - Putting all split rumours to rest, Kelly Brook’s beau Danny Cipriani has certainly proved she is still his squeeze, for he playfully grabbed her boob on a holiday in the Caribbean. Red carpet is terrifying, says Julia RobertsNEW DELHI - After years of semi-retirement, Julia Roberts says she now finds red carpets “terrifying”. Julia Roberts wants to return to London’s stageLONDON - Academy award winning actress Julia Roberts is planning a stint on the London stage just as soon as her children are old enough to cope with moving abroad. Meet the woman who groomed Freida PintoNEW DELHI - Indian actress Freida Pinto is making waves internationally for her walk down the Oscar red carpet, her designer gowns and gracing the covers of popular magazines, thanks to ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. But not many know the woman who helped groom her and introduced her to British director Danny Boyle. FIFA disappointed at lack of Confederations Cup hypeJOHANNESBURG - World football body FIFA expressed their disappointment at the lack of hype surrounding the Confederations Cup that is to be hosted in South Africa June 14-18. ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ star’s father asks for moreLONDON - The father of 10-year-old Mohammed Azharuddin, who acted in the Oscar-winning ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, has asked for more money from the makers of the film after it was revealed that the child would get less than 20,000 pounds for his work. Good weekend for ‘Delhi-6′ despite mixed reactionNEW DELHI - Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s highly promoted film ‘Delhi-6′ failed to meet the pre-release hype, but it has managed to have more than 70 percent collections at the weekend. ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ hero invited to visit NepalKATHMANDU - Dev Patel, the 18-year-old hero of Oscar-sweeping ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, says he is fascinated by Nepal and has received a standing invitation to visit the Himalayan republic. 300,000 apply online for FIFA World Cup ticketsJOHANNESBURG - More than 300,000 online applications for the 2010 FIFA World Cup have been received within 48 hours of the opening of ticket sales, the organising committee has said. Leaders shower praise on Rahman, Pookutty for Oscar glory (Roundup)NEW DELHI/CHENNAI - Composer A.R. Rahman and sound designer Resul Pookutty had made India proud with their three Oscars, President Pratibha Patil and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday as congratulations poured in following the sweep by ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ at the Academy Awards. Rahman’s sister thanks Allah, nation’s prayers for Oscar winCHENNAI - Indian musical genius A.R. Rahman’s sister Reihana couldn’t stop thanking God and the prayers of millions of Indians Monday for her brother’s double win at the Oscars for his work in much acclaimed film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. Danny Boyle triumphs at Oscars with best director awardLOS ANGELES - British filmmaker Danny Boyle received the best director Oscar for his movie ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ that tells the heartwarming tale of a Mumbai slum boy who goes on to win a multimillion dollar quiz show on TV. Will Rahman have his day with ‘Slumdog’ at the Oscars?LOS ANGELES - British director Danny Boyle’s hit film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ is the favourite to win the Oscar for best picture at Sunday night’s annual Academy Awards, but would luck smile on Indian music maestro A.R. Rahman too? |
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