Farmers are now realising 50 per cent more than the price they got by selling basmati rice, simply because they reduced the area. But exporters may not benefit from this as their returns have slumped compared to last year.
Alessandra Ambrosio soaks up sun in bikini while living it up in Brazil
‘We wish her the best’: Murdoch hopes Megyn Kelly has ‘tremendous success’ after it’s revealed she’ll return to Fox News show tonight but is out end of week after taking NBC ‘triple role’ Hillary WILL go to Trump inauguration – and so will Bill: Bitter Clintons accept invitation after George W Bush says he will be there Put down your fork after three bites, greet people with a kiss and NEVER let guests wash up! Etiquette expert reveals the Duchess of Cambridge’s rules for hosting a successful party The 10 rules that every long-term couple MUST follow in the bedroom to keep the romance alive and avoid someone straying Reality star’s cause of death is still unknown despite her student lover confessing to hitting her over the head with a hammer SEVEN times KATIE HOPKINS: Mariah Carey is a glitter-covered, camel-toed diva and her New Year’s Eve debacle is the greatest thing I’ve ever seen … (more)
Cane shortage brings down sugar rush
Sugar mills have been able to produce higher volume of the sweetener in the first quarter of the season due to better yield of sugarcane in Uttar Pradesh, but the euphoria of beating a lower output estimate may soon be over with factories in Maharashtra closing down one after another, earlier than the regular schedule. As much as 25 mills in the top sugar-producing state of Maharashtra have closed factories due to a severe shortage of sugarcane.
Thanks Obama=
Recently, President Obama spearheaded a UN resolution effectively declaring Judaism’s and Christianity’s holiest sites, the Temple Mount, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Western Wall, Israeli occupied territory belonging to Palestinians. Now, Muslims are demanding Jews and Christians stop referring to the site by it’s historical Jewish name, the Temple Mount.
Mexico seizes tiger after man takes it for walk in Tijuana
Mexican environmental authorities seized a Bengal tiger after a man took it for a walk on a leash in a neighborhood of the border city of Tijuana. The attorney general’s office for environmental protection said Tuesday the 4-month-old tiger had been living in a private home with children.
Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t know how good Jason Kidd was
Jason Kidd is coaching the Bucks, but before that he had an incredible NBA career as a player. One that apparently Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t know about.
IAAF guidelines for Russians hoping to compete as neutrals
The IAAF provided new guidelines Tuesday for Russians hoping to compete in a neutral capacity while their country remains banned from track and field competitions. The governing body of athletics said it is assessing evidence and intelligence relating to around 200 Russian athletes gathered by World Anti-Doping Agency investigator Richard McLaren.
Dow’s March to 20,000 Hits Another Snag as Crude Settles at Two-Week Low
The Dow Jones Industrial Average’s march to 20,000 hit another roadblock on the first trading day of the year as crude oil prices reversed course. The Dow Jones Industrial Average’s march to 20,000 hit another roadblock on the first trading day of the year as crude oil prices reversed course.
Pentagon: The US can protect its allies from North Korean nukes
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un provides field guidance at the newly built National Space Development General Satellite Control and Command Centre in this undated photo released by North Korea’s Korean Central News Agency in Pyongyang May 3, 2015. The US Defense Department, reacting to North Korea’s statement that it plans to test an intercontinental ballistic missile, said on Tuesday it was confident in its ability to protect U.S. allies and the U.S. homeland from threats from Pyongyang.
Alberta judge upholds right of city to reject graphic anti-abortion ad on buses
An abortion rights group is hailing a court ruling that says a city in northwest Alberta has the legal right to refuse to run a graphic anti-abortion ad on its transit buses. The ad proposed by the Canadian Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform included pictures of fetuses and the words “Abortion kills children.
Stocks Rally: Here’s what you need to know
Stocks started the trading year off on a strong note before losing some of the gains during Tuesday’s session. The major indexes ultimately ended higher.
China Needs U.S. More Than U.S. Needs China
I received several questions concerning the subject matter of my last column , wherein I introduced the Triffin Dilemma, so I’m going to expand on those issues here. Because of the rhetoric being used by Donald Trump and his economic team concerning the need to renegotiate new trade agreements and threatening domestic companies with penalties for taking advantage of existing agreements , it is important to understand the logic for doing so and the issues that may arise as a result.
Libya’s Oil Revival Gathers Pace to Highlight Risks on OPEC Deal
Libya, the holder of Africa’s biggest crude reserves, is ramping up output from its biggest oil field again after two years of internal conflict, the latest reminder of just how vulnerable OPEC’s quest to clear a global crude glut might be. The Sharara deposit in the Libya’s south west will ship almost 1.9 million barrels this month from its Zawiya port near Tripoli, according to a loading program obtained by Bloomberg.
‘Disorder’ at protest after man shot dead on M62
It is understood protesters have gathered on Leeds Road in Bradford in response to the death of father-of-two Mohammed Yassar Yaqub, who was shot by police in a “pre-planned operation” at Ainley Top near Huddersfield. We are unable to send your welcome email at this time.
Islamic guards at Jerusalem holy site object to archaeologist calling it a Temple Mounta
A respected Israeli archaeologist was nearly ejected from a holy site in Jerusalem for calling it by the term “Temple Mount.” Archeologist Dr. Gabriel Barkay on Sunday was explaining the archaeological history of the site to a multi-faith group of students from the University of California-Los Angeles when two guards of the Wakf, the Islamic authority that oversees the site known as Haram al-Sharif, or the Noble Sanctuary, who had been shadowing the group, brought him to Israel Police officers at the site to complain, the Times of Israel reported.
Palestinians on motorbikes attack officers at West Bank checkpoint
Two Israel Border Police officers were injured in a suspected ramming attack at a West Bank checkpoint by Palestinians on four motorbikes. The attack occurred early Tuesday evening near the city of Jenin as well as near the northern Israeli city of Afula.
Homes connected to Berlin attack raided
German investigators searched a refugee centre and a flat in Berlin on Tuesday which they believe were homes to associates of the Tunisian man who killed 12 people in an attack in the capital before Christmas, the federal prosecutor’s office said. Anis Amri ploughed a truck through a Berlin Christmas market on December 19. Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, calling the assailant a “soldier” of the militant group.
Tributes paid to ‘superb soldier’ killed in Iraq incident
Lance Corporal Scott Hetherington, 22, of 2nd Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, died following a “tragic incident” at Camp Taji, north of Baghdad, on Monday. The circumstances of the death of the father-of-one, from Middleton, Greater Manchester, are being investigated, the Ministry of Defence said.
Ford cancels Mexico plant. Will create 700 U.S. jobs in ‘vote of confidence’ in Trump
Ford is canceling plans to build a new plant in Mexico. It will invest $700 million in Michigan instead, creating 700 new U.S. jobs.
Congo opposition leader who fled country announces candidacy
A top Congo opposition leader who fled the country has announced his candidacy for president and is commending a new political agreement that might allow him to come home. In a statement Tuesday, Moise Katumbi praised the deal signed by political parties that calls for President Joseph Kabila to leave power after an election that will be held by the end of the year.
Israel PM Netanyahu probed over corruption links
Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, has been questioned in relation to a criminal investigation into corruption conducted by the country’s attorney general. The leader is suspected to have been involved in beneficial deals with businessmen in Israel, according to a report from Attorney General Avichai Mandelbit.
Iran activist ends 71-day prison hunger strike as wife freed
An imprisoned Iranian human rights activist ended a 71-day hunger strike Tuesday as his detained wife won a temporary release from prison, a day after his case sparked a rare unauthorized protest in Tehran. Arash Sadeghi was to be taken to a hospital, his lawyer Amir Raisian said, while Amnesty International said he would be fed intravenously.
UPDATE 1-Gambia electoral commissioner flees country after threats
Gambia’s electoral commission chairman has fled the country because he received threats after declaring President Yahya Jammeh the loser of a Dec. 1 election, a family member and a colleague said on Tuesday. It was not known where Alieu Momar Njai might have gone a little over two weeks before the planned inauguration of President-elect Adama Barrow.
Year in review: Bad water, bold plans and a ban on posers
SEPTEMBER IN REVIEW : Schoolboy rugby made headlines for all the wrong reasons when a match devolved into an all-out brawl between players and spectators. Police were called into investigate after reports up to 50 people were involved in the altercation, which was sparked by a tackle, at an under-15s match between Feilding High School and Levin’s Waiopehu College.
Man charged after 200 ‘cannabis’ plants found at Chesterfield house
Dritjon Kotorri, 21, of Highlow Close, Loundsley Green, was arrested on suspicion of production of a class B drug and later charged. We are unable to send your welcome email at this time.
Cancer survivor Helen awards her own New Year’s honour
A Clitheroe cancer survivor is entering into the spirit of the New Year Honour’s list by awarding a special tribute of her own – to her husband and child. The official list celebrates the achievements of outstanding men and women.
The Latest: Lebanon bids farewell to Istanbul victims
In this photo released by the Lebanese Government, Lebanese Red Cross volunteers unload the coffin of a Lebanese victim who was killed in the Istanbul nightclub attack, at Rafik Hariri international airport, in Beirut, Lebanon, Monday Jan. 2, 2017. A jet carrying the bodies of three Lebanese citizens killed in the shooting at an Istanbul nightclub has landed in Beirut, with three others who were wounded aboard.
Serena Williams’ 1st-round match at ASB Classic delayed by rain
AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Serena Williams will have to wait a little longer for her first match of 2017 after rain curtailed play Monday on the opening day of the ASB Classic. Williams was due to play in the evening session against unseeded Pauline Parmentier of France , but steady rain made play impossible at the open-air stadium, and the first-round match was postponed to Tuesday.
Things to expect in Lincoln in 2017
For many, 2016 offered a glimpse into a New Year of possibilities and unexplored territories. From the promise of eventual divorce from the European Union, to the beginnings of major local infrastructure projects, there’s already lots to add to look out for in the months ahead.
Ford cancels plans for $1.6B Mexico plant to invest $700M in Flat Rock, create 700 jobs
Ford Motor Co. announced some major news the week leading into the North American International Auto Show Tuesday morning, Jan. 3 at its Flat Rock Assembly Plant.
Woman in court after stealing cat food
A woman who stole cleaning products and cat food from B and M in Colne, had mental health issues, a court heard. Martin, of Roundell Road, Barnoldswick, admitted theft. She was given a 12-month conditional discharge and must pay 85 costs and a 20 victim surcharge.
North Korea first ladiy Ri Sol Ju not as powerful as Kim Jong Un’s sister
North Korea ‘s first lady is known for her lavish lifestyle and her appearances alongside her husband Kim Jong Un . But according to Thae Yong Ho, the senior North Korean diplomat who fled Pyongyang’s embassy in London, Ri Sol Ju’s status as a “commoner” in North Korea’s classification system means she is not quite in a position to hold influence over Kim’s important decisions, South Korean news network MBN reported Tuesday.
Manhunt heats up as Isis says gunman in Istanbul attack was ‘soldier of the caliphate’
Turkish police have released stills of the man suspected to be the ISIS gunman who murdered 39 people at an Istanbul nightclub. Photo / Supplied Turkish police yesterday arrested eight people but were still hunting the gunman in the Istanbul nightclub massacre which Isis said it carried out.
From Yarmouth to Bangkok – bus still in use other side of the world
The number 8 bus which once served in the Great Yarmouth borough has now been pictured in use 5,823 miles away in Bangkok. He said: “When you’re in Bangkok and see the 8A from Great Yarmouth via Gorleston doing the rounds #whataworld #norfolk.”
.com | DRC set for talks on implementing crisis deal
Opposing sides in the crisis that has gripped DR Congo will this week hold their first talks on implementing a landmark deal on the country’s political future, mediators said on Monday. “An initial meeting for deciding on ways to implement the agreement is scheduled for Tuesday,” Father Donatien Nshole, the spokesman for National Episcopal Conference of Congo , which is overseeing the process, told AFP.
Stocks storm into 2017 as Trump rally resumes
What a difference a year makes. After starting 2016 on a disastrous note, U.S. stocks raced into 2017 as optimism about the election of Donald Trump continues.
China issues first-ever red alert for fog
As if recent red alerts for smog weren’t bad enough, China has now issued its first-ever red alert for fog to go along with them. That followed some 24 cities issuing red alerts for air pollution.
SKorean president refuses to testify in impeachment trial
A lawyer for South Korean President Park Geun-hye prays before the first hearing arguments for Park’s impeachment trial at the Constitutional Court in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, Jan 3, 2017. less A lawyer for South Korean President Park Geun-hye prays before the first hearing arguments for Park’s impeachment trial at the Constitutional Court in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, Jan 3, 2017.
Danish man Thor Pedersen is travelling the world by container ship
From a curious polar bear cub to an excitable puppy: Adorable footage of animals seeing snow for the first time is sure to make your heart melt From spectacular waterfalls to sensational samba dances: Discovering the enticing rhythm of Argentina and Brazil on a trip-of-a-lifetime tour These really are pop-up hotels! Tourists can stay in one-off glamping cabins installed in Wales’ secret beauty spots which disappear after they visit Meet the man who’s travelling on CONTAINER SHIPS in an attempt to see every country in the world… without flying Make 2017 a roaring triumph: From dinosaurs and rock gods to a Far Eastern tropical idyll, this year’s top destinations revealed Bring the bambino: Newsreader Emma Crosby proves a tour of Tuscany with a toddler CAN still be child’s play Planet Earth – the live show: Head to Namibia for the best seat in the house at this spectacular African safari … (more)
German jobless rate ticks up to 5.8 pct but trend positive
A lamp of a restaurant shines as trippers walk by in thick fog on top of the 880 m high Feldberg mountain near Frankfurt, Germany, Monday, Jan. 2, 2017. A lamp of a restaurant shines as trippers walk by in thick fog on top of the 880 m high Feldberg mountain near Frankfurt, Germany, Monday, Jan. 2, 2017.