Actor, musician and artist Adrian Banks wanted to perform the role of Sherlock Holmes, so he befriended a team of producers so he could become the iconic sleuth. He fell under the spell of the show called: Holmes and Watson: The Farewell Tour, when he saw it five years ago.
Month: March 2017
Hair salon aims for more crowning glory
A SWINDON salon owner could be crowned the best in the south west during a prestigious awards ceremony next week. Emma North, who owns Simply Beautiful by Emma based in Cheney Manor , has been shortlisted in the English Hair & Beauty Awards for the third year running and now the 26-year-old is hopeful she will take home the crown.
China legislature giving more seats to women, workers
Increasingly known as a rich man’s club, China’s ceremonial legislature now plans to give more seats to women, farmers, workers and professionals. The official Xinhua News Agency reported Thursday that changes to the makeup of the National People’s Congress would also reduce the proportion of delegates representing the ruling Communist Party and government departments, who now constitute about one-third of the roughly 3,000 members.
Man allegedly posing as Bieber online charged in Australia
Bieber, a 23-year-old Canadian pop singer, is currently in Australia performing his “Purpose World Tour.” Police have warned young fans and their parents to be extra vigilant when using the internet.
Man allegedly posing as Bieber online charged in Australia
Bieber, a 23-year-old Canadian pop singer, is currently in Australia performing his “Purpose World Tour.” Police have warned young fans and their parents to be extra vigilant when using the internet.
Ap Photos: On Women’s Day, many rally, skip work, wear red
People walk during a protest marking the International Women’s Day, in central Istanbul’s Istiklal Avenue, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. Organized by NGOs and women’s organizations, the march began amidst extensive security precautions.
Ap Photos: On Women’s Day, many rally, skip work, wear red
People walk during a protest marking the International Women’s Day, in central Istanbul’s Istiklal Avenue, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. Organized by NGOs and women’s organizations, the march began amidst extensive security precautions.
Military SAR technician killed in training accident in Saskatchewan
A search and rescue technician with the Royal Canadian Air Force has died in a training accident near Yorkton, Sask. Master-Corporal Alfred Barr was a member of 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron at 17 Winnipeg based at CFB Winnipeg.
Military SAR technician killed in training accident in Saskatchewan
A search and rescue technician with the Royal Canadian Air Force has died in a training accident near Yorkton, Sask. Master-Corporal Alfred Barr was a member of 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron at 17 Winnipeg based at CFB Winnipeg.
UPDATE 2-China Feb producer inflation fastest in nearly 9 years as commodities surge
Consumer inflation, however, cooled more than expected to its mildest pace since January 2015 as food prices fell, remaining well below the government’s 3 percent target. China’s iron ore and steel prices have been rallying for a year, fuelled by a construction boom, though worries are growing over rapidly rising stockpiles at Chinese ports.
UN Rights Chief Decries Trump’s US Immigration Policies
Zeid Ra’ad al-Hussein chronicled a litany of human rights concerns worldwide, including “chilling indifference” among some leaders in the European Union toward migrants, a crackdown on lawyers and activists in China, and a new Russian law that may have been used “arbitrarily” to curb free expression. The US was among more than 40 countries examined in a wide-ranging speech on Wednesday, where the United Nations was warned that 2017 could prove to be a “pivotal year” for human rights amid terror attacks, security crackdowns, populism and the rise of “authoritarian-minded leaders”.
UN Rights Chief Decries Trump’s US Immigration Policies
Zeid Ra’ad al-Hussein chronicled a litany of human rights concerns worldwide, including “chilling indifference” among some leaders in the European Union toward migrants, a crackdown on lawyers and activists in China, and a new Russian law that may have been used “arbitrarily” to curb free expression. The US was among more than 40 countries examined in a wide-ranging speech on Wednesday, where the United Nations was warned that 2017 could prove to be a “pivotal year” for human rights amid terror attacks, security crackdowns, populism and the rise of “authoritarian-minded leaders”.
Special Transmission “International Women’s Day”
Speaking at the occasion, Khalid Iqbal Malik President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that women were half of our total population and the government should take tangible measures to enhance their role in the national development. He said, women of Pakistan have accomplished great successes in the field of entrepreneurship, IT, science & technology, education, film-making, politics and have held high positions in government and also in various worldwide organizations.
Special Transmission “International Women’s Day”
Speaking at the occasion, Khalid Iqbal Malik President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that women were half of our total population and the government should take tangible measures to enhance their role in the national development. He said, women of Pakistan have accomplished great successes in the field of entrepreneurship, IT, science & technology, education, film-making, politics and have held high positions in government and also in various worldwide organizations.
Press Digest- New York Times business news – March 9
The following are the top stories on the New York Times business pages. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Press Digest- New York Times business news – March 9
The following are the top stories on the New York Times business pages. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
U.S. rejects China’s proposal
South Korea’s Ambassador Cho Tae-yul, left, U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley, center, and Japan’s Ambassador Koro Bessho hold a joint news conference after consultations of the United Nations Security Council, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. ORG XMIT: UNRD109 less South Korea’s Ambassador Cho Tae-yul, left, U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley, center, and Japan’s Ambassador Koro Bessho hold a joint news conference after consultations of the United Nations Security Council, … more The United States on Wednesday rejected China’s proposal for a halt to joint U.S.-South Korean military exercises if North Korea suspends its nuclear and missile activities.
U.S. rejects China’s proposal
South Korea’s Ambassador Cho Tae-yul, left, U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley, center, and Japan’s Ambassador Koro Bessho hold a joint news conference after consultations of the United Nations Security Council, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. ORG XMIT: UNRD109 less South Korea’s Ambassador Cho Tae-yul, left, U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley, center, and Japan’s Ambassador Koro Bessho hold a joint news conference after consultations of the United Nations Security Council, … more The United States on Wednesday rejected China’s proposal for a halt to joint U.S.-South Korean military exercises if North Korea suspends its nuclear and missile activities.
Pregnant woman awards man who gave her seat on train
Lin said plenty of women had offered up their seats for her during her pregnancies, but it was not until recently that a man did the same. A pregnant NY woman has purchased a statue and presented it to the first man to offer her a seat on the subway.
Pregnant woman awards man who gave her seat on train
Lin said plenty of women had offered up their seats for her during her pregnancies, but it was not until recently that a man did the same. A pregnant NY woman has purchased a statue and presented it to the first man to offer her a seat on the subway.
Oasis Petroleum Inc. (NYSE:OAS) Stock current Trends Analysis
The company has a 50 day moving average of $14.49 and a 200 day moving average of $12.46. This rating was issued on 1/09/17.
Fury at taxpayers’ bill for maintaining Keighley’s empty former courthouse
Government officials have admitted that about A 3,200 a month is going on ‘maintaining’ the one-time Keighley Magistrates’ Court building. Constituency MP Philip Davies has blasted the situation and is calling on the Government to “cut its losses” and auction-off the building.
Fury at taxpayers’ bill for maintaining Keighley’s empty former courthouse
Government officials have admitted that about A 3,200 a month is going on ‘maintaining’ the one-time Keighley Magistrates’ Court building. Constituency MP Philip Davies has blasted the situation and is calling on the Government to “cut its losses” and auction-off the building.
IEA Predicts Tight Oil Market Without Cash Infusion
Demand for the group’s output will be at 33 million barrels a day in 2018, roughly in line with the amount it pumped before cutting production. Libya is a member of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries that’s exempt from a group-wide production ceiling, though fighting has led to output cuts of around 37,000 barrels per day, or about 5 percent of total production based on January data.
IEA Predicts Tight Oil Market Without Cash Infusion
Demand for the group’s output will be at 33 million barrels a day in 2018, roughly in line with the amount it pumped before cutting production. Libya is a member of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries that’s exempt from a group-wide production ceiling, though fighting has led to output cuts of around 37,000 barrels per day, or about 5 percent of total production based on January data.
Investment in Research & Development for Ship Intelligence
Rolls-Royce has today announced the latest stage in its research and development plans to make remote and autonomous shipping a reality and reap the benefits of increasing digitalisation in the marine industry. The company is looking to develop partnerships and opportunities with other organisations around the world to, create the capability, competencies and jobs to supply the technology and components required.
Millions of people displaced by environmental change: Jane McAdam
EMILY BOURKE: One of Australia’s sharpest legal minds on refugee law is calling on the international community to turn its attention to the growing threat posed by environmental change and the flight of people from places affected by natural disasters. Each year 26 million people are displaced by an environmental calamity…but their plight is frequently made worse by poor warning systems and building codes, corruption, and inadequate governance.
Dutch Election: A Who’s Who Guide to the Candidates
Dutch voters head to the polls on March 15, with a whopping 28 parties vying for the right to form a new government. Given the fractured political environment , it could take as many as six different groups to form a ruling coalition, making this year’s race the most complicated-and pivotal-in years.
Dutch Election: A Who’s Who Guide to the Candidates
Dutch voters head to the polls on March 15, with a whopping 28 parties vying for the right to form a new government. Given the fractured political environment , it could take as many as six different groups to form a ruling coalition, making this year’s race the most complicated-and pivotal-in years.
8-year-old boy says ‘angels’ helped him save his father’s life
His father was airlifted to hospital and miraculously escaped with 13 broken ribs. Stephen was allowed home just two days later with no major internal damage Thanks to what he describes as “angels”, an 8-year-old Idaho boy was able to jack up a auto and rescue his father after the vehicle fell on him.
8-year-old boy says ‘angels’ helped him save his father’s life
His father was airlifted to hospital and miraculously escaped with 13 broken ribs. Stephen was allowed home just two days later with no major internal damage Thanks to what he describes as “angels”, an 8-year-old Idaho boy was able to jack up a auto and rescue his father after the vehicle fell on him.
China looks ahead to fall party congress, leadership changes
1 is: “Follow the leadership of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core.” The exhortation carries added weight as China moves toward its most important political event in five years, the ruling Communist Party’s 19th National Congress.
At least 22 dead as fire ravages youth shelter in Guatemala
Dozens of teens held in an overcrowded state-run shelter on the outskirts of Guatemala’s capital flooded through the gates Tuesday evening, most only to be caught and locked down in their dorms. On Wednesday morning someone set fire to mattresses in the girls’ section of the rural campus, authorities said.
The Battle of Saragarhi hasn’t been abandoned: Randeep
Mumbai: Actor Randeep Hooda says his forthcoming historical drama, The Battle of Saragarhi, will go on floors soon after hitting a roadblock earlier. Rajkumar Santoshi’s The Battle of Saragarhi was supposed to begin shoot in October last year but got delayed apparently due to a disagreement between the producers and director over budgeting issues.
The Battle of Saragarhi hasn’t been abandoned: Randeep
Mumbai: Actor Randeep Hooda says his forthcoming historical drama, The Battle of Saragarhi, will go on floors soon after hitting a roadblock earlier. Rajkumar Santoshi’s The Battle of Saragarhi was supposed to begin shoot in October last year but got delayed apparently due to a disagreement between the producers and director over budgeting issues.
‘Peace partner’ Abbas meets terrorists
Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas, who is often touted by the West as a “peace partner” for Israel, recently met with Palestinian Arabs who carried out terrorist attacks and with the family of a terrorist, the Middle East Media Research Institute reveals. On March 5, he received in his office in Ramallah the family of Muhammad Al-Jallad, who died of his wounds after being shot while attempting to carry out a stabbing attack at a checkpoint in November 2016.
‘Peace partner’ Abbas meets terrorists
Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas, who is often touted by the West as a “peace partner” for Israel, recently met with Palestinian Arabs who carried out terrorist attacks and with the family of a terrorist, the Middle East Media Research Institute reveals. On March 5, he received in his office in Ramallah the family of Muhammad Al-Jallad, who died of his wounds after being shot while attempting to carry out a stabbing attack at a checkpoint in November 2016.
Iconic rock arch from – Game of Thrones’ falls into Malta sea
This is a April 2014 image of the landmark the Azure Window located just off Malta. The natural rock arch jutting off the Maltese island of Gozo, has collapsed into the sea during a storm.
High heels not required at work in New Zealand, recruiters say
New Zealand employers would struggle to attract staff if they said women had to wear high heels at work, a recruitment expert says. Lawmakers in the United Kingdom have debated whether companies there should be able to make heels part of a dress code after a petition against the practise gained over 150,000 signatures.
Double strike from Neil Wagner, Jeetan Patel brings Black Caps back…
The key dismissals of centurion Dean Elgar, Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma reduced South Africa to 279-7 on day two, leaving the match evenly poised with the tourists losing 3-27. Just when New Zealand needed it, a pinpoint Neil Wagner bouncer got them back on track as he removed his former South African schoolboy rival Elgar caught behind for 140.