Galway battered with 140km/h gusts as Storm Eleanor gains pace
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:59
Leading to a very windy start to the day tomorrow. "Drivers will need to take extra care and expect delays, even on motorways". The Environment Agency has warned that strong winds and high tides could bring coastal flooding until Thursday.
Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots total more than $800 million
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:59
On Saturday night, no one matched all six Powerball numbers, sending Wednesday's drawing to $440 million. The record Mega Millions jackpot is $656 million - three tickets shared that jackpot on March 30, 2012.
Spotify hit with $1.6 billion copyright lawsuit
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:57
The suit seeks damages of $150,000 apiece for more than 10,000 songs represented by Wixen that it says are unlicensed. In addition, Spotify will also have to create some sort of method to identify and license songs properly.
Powerball numbers for 'New Year's Eve (eve)' $390.1M jackpot
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:57
Kum & Go will receive a $1,000 bonus from the lottery for selling the $1 million-winning ticket at one of its stores. Two other tickets won a $1 million prize in this drawing; these were sold in New Hampshire and New Jersey.
Orrin Hatch, Utah Republican Senator, to retire
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:53
Hatch also served as chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee and was at the centre of numerous biggest confirmation battles. Former Massachusetts governor and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has been considering a 2018 run for his seat.
At least 16 injured as fire devours building in Bronx
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:51
The fire erupted about 5:30 a.m.in a first-floor furniture store at 1547 Commonwealth Ave.in the Van Nest section, the FDNY said . Nigro said authorities would enter the building to determine the cause of the fire once it's deemed safe.
Haley: Freedom Is 'Under Attack' in Iran, Leader's Statement Is 'Complete Nonsense'
Jan 03, 2018 - 01:48
South Korea today offered talks with North Korea next week amid a standoff over its weapons programmes. Here are the messages that they're chanting today: "All these brigades have come out to the streets".
Hollywood actresses, writers launch project to fight sexual harassment
Jan 02, 2018 - 12:11
The meetings reportedly began in October, shortly after Harvey Weinstein was first accused of sexual assault. Witherspoon said that in the past women have been "siloed off from each other".
Fog delays 400 trains and 500 flights
Jan 02, 2018 - 11:59
Five domestic and seven global flights were delayed, while one has been cancelled in the wake of thick fog, ANI reported. This is also an improvement, as RVR was in the range of 50-100 metres in the last two days.
Kim says U.S. should know North Korean nuclear force a reality
Jan 02, 2018 - 11:54
But many North Korea watchers say the young leader's two-track approach is a ploy to shake the South Korea-U.S. alliance. He also did not touch on Kim's demand that Seoul cancel its annual joint military exercises with the United States .
Did you spot Katrina Kaif in Shah Rukh Khan's 'Zero' title announcement?
Jan 02, 2018 - 11:38
The story of the film is celebrating a ideal love story of two imperfect people. After months of speculation, the title of SRK's upcoming film with Aanand L.
Follow the New Year around the world
Jan 01, 2018 - 04:02
Fireworks lit up the sky over the city of Auckland and in Wellington, the first major capital to welcome the new year. About 1.6 million people are attending to attend the fireworks around the edge of Sydney Harbour.
Texans GM Rick Smith taking extended leave of absence
Jan 01, 2018 - 03:10
With Smith stepping away, the need for Texans owner Bob McNair to choose between firing one or the other is mitigated. The most notable incident was Smith signing QB Brock Osweiler without consulting O'Brien prior to the 2016 season.
Mother of swatting victim wants more arrests made
Dec 31, 2017 - 04:55
The family members were handcuffed and taken in police cruisers to be interviewed by officers at a station, the Eagle reported. The person who was supposed to be the target of the prank tweeted: 'Someone tried to swat me and got an innocent man killed'.
Pence's Colorado neighbors hang 'Make America Gay Again' sign
Dec 31, 2017 - 04:46
He has opposed legislation prohibiting discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people in the workplace. Later, he signed an amendment to that law that protects that community.