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Gary Speed, Wales soccer manager, found hanged at his home

Wales manager Gary Speed was found hanged at his home in Cheshire

…ircumstances surrounding the death and the family has requested that they are left to grieve in peace. “The death will now be a matter for the coroner.” Gary Speed won 85 caps for his country during a 14-year international career. He took over the Wales job in December 2010 despite only having four months managerial experience. Earlier this month, said the side’s rapid improvement in recent…

Almost 9,000 people ordered to evacuate Wagga Wagga, as floods continue in Australia

Almost 9,000 residents of Wagga Wagga town in New South Wales have been ordered to leave their homes as floods continue in southeast Australia

Almost 9,000 residents of Wagga Wagga town in New South Wales have been ordered to leave their homes as floods continue in southeast Australia. The Murrumbidgee river is predicted to peak at 10.9 m, sparking fears that the town’s levee may be breached. Police, the military and the emergency services were all helping with the evacuation, local media said. Days of heavy rain have caused flood…

Hurricane Katia’s remnants hit Britain this morning.

Hurricane Katia's remnants hit Britain this morning

Britain faces second day of worst storms since 1996.   Britain was hit today by the worst storm since 1996, as the swirling remnants of Hurricane Katia have crossed the Atlantic and reached the land in the morning, sweeping across large swathes of the country. Weather forecasters warned that gusts of up to 80 mph (c 135 km/h) would batter buildings, uproot trees and cause travel chaos. They also…

Pittsburgh flash flooding: four people dead.

Severe storms hit Pittsburgh on Friday submerging cars and cutting

…nal Weather Service said the area received 2.1 inches of rain in an hour (about 53 liters/square meter). But an earlier storm that hit the region came with 3 (about 76 liters/square meter) to 4 (about 102 liters/square meter) inches of rain overall on Friday. Michael Huss, Pittsburgh public safety director said at a news conference the victims, one woman and two children, identified by the medica…

Hurricane Irene’s remnants dissipate over Canada. At least 44 deaths in US.

Hurricane Irene travelled along 1,100 miles of US coastline leaving a trail of destruction as reaching far inland

Hurricane names: how and why scientists named hurricanes?   Hurricane Irene, which became tropical storm travelled along 1,100 miles of US coastline leaving a trail of destruction as reaching far inland. Irene remnants began to dissipate over Canada while storm left behind at least 44 deaths, widespread flooding and millions of houses and buildings without power. People started to get back to wor…

CNN false report of NYSE flooding

CNN wrongly reported that NYSE was flooded with 3 feet of water following the worst of Hurricane Sandy

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Kate Middleton pregnant: William and Kate’s first child will be monarch weather it’s a boy or a girl

Prince William and Kate Middleton's first child will accede to the throne, even if she is a girl

…er David Cameron has agreed a deal with other Commonwealth countries to change the rules on the royal line of succession which means male heirs will no longer be given priority. This means that in the 15 other countries where Queen Elizabeth II is head of state the rules must be changed. It had been feared there could be a constitutional crisis if Prince William and Kate Middleton had a baby girl…

New York declared major disaster area following Hurricane Sandy

President Barack Obama declared that a "major disaster" exists in New York state following Superstorm Sandy

…lion people in New York City without power. Hurricane Sandy swept a wall of churning sea water and driving rain onto a vast swathe of the coastline, flooding the heart of New York and leaving at least 13 dead and millions without power The huge storm stretched over hundreds of miles and paralyzed several major cities as it brought coastal flooding and hurricane-force winds to the densely-populated…

The Diamond Jubilee – Frequently Asked Questions

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A. Celebrations What is Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee? The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee marks 60 years since her accession in 1952. Royal Jubilees celebrate significant periods in monarchs’ reigns and national life. In 2012, The Queen will become only the second UK monarch to mark 60 years on the throne. Celebrations were previously held for Her Majesty’s Silver Jubilee in 1977 and Golden Jubilee in…

Wikipedia will black out its website for 24 h on January 18 in protest over SOPA bill

Wikipedia announced that will black out its website on Wednesday to protest against anti-piracy legislation under consideration in Congress

Wikipedia announced that will black out its website on Wednesday to protest against anti-piracy legislation under consideration in Congress. Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales announced on Twitter that the popular community-based online encyclopedia would shut down its English versions for a full 24 hours. A link to the formal announcement confirmed the decision after 1,800 Wikipedians discussed what…

Britain faces second day of worst storms since 1996.

Severe weather warnings have been issued for Scotland and northern England, with winds expected to reach 60 mph (100 kmh) later in the day

…m/h) later in the day. Power outages, falling masonry, downed trees and transport chaos struck as gales reached 82 mph (130 km/h) in Wales and north of England, reviving memories of the Great Storm of 1987. Severe weather warnings have been issued for Scotland and northern England, with winds expected to reach 60 mph (100 kmh) later in the day   A yellow alert – the second-highest of f…

Hurricane names: how and why scientists named hurricanes?

A hurricane name can't tell you about the storm's power, although September's hurricanes have a record of being strongest, but its name can tell you how many have already been in the season.

Hurricane Irene: 10 deaths and millions of power outages.   A hurricane name can’t tell you about the storm’s power, although September’s hurricanes have a record of being strongest, but its name can tell you how many have already been in the season.     With a huge quantity of information from storm-tracking stations, scientists need a short, easy to understand naming convention for hu…

LifeSprints: new exercise program to reduce belly fat

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…ncludes the use of cycling, boxing and equipment like elliptical fitness trainers. According to the study, a 20-minute workout consisting of 8 seconds of doing sprints on an exercise bike, followed by 12 seconds of relative recovery resulted in more belly fat loss than 40 minutes of steady-state exercise. “Sprints are a very time efficient form of exercise. The sprint program, LifeSprints,…

Hurricane Irene: death toll more than 15 and 6 million power outages.

Irene had been downgraded by the National Hurricane Center to a tropical storm with winds at around 65mph

…downpours earlier this month. Irene had been downgraded by the National Hurricane Center to a tropical storm with winds at around 65mph In the Catskills mountain town of Windham, where Irene dropped 10 inches of rain starting on Saturday night, the downtown area was “wiped out” by flood water. In nearby Prattsville, National Guard soldiers rescued 21 people who had been trapped in a…

Hurricane Saftey Tips

Preparing for Hurricane Sandy

…and anything else that is not tied down. • Determine how and where to secure your boat. • Install a generator for emergencies. • If in a high-rise building, be prepared to take shelter on or below the 10th floor. • Consider building a safe room. Hurricanes cause heavy rains that can cause extensive flood damage in coastal and inland areas. Everyone is at risk and should consider flood insurance pr…

Manila flood: at least 16 people have died as torrential rain left low-lying areas under water

At least 16 people have died in severe floods in Philippine capital, Manila

Philippine officials say that at least 16 people have died in severe floods in the capital, Manila. More than 80,000 people are in emergency shelters, as torrential rain left low-lying areas under water. Soldiers and rescuers are using rubber boats to reach people stranded in their homes, but some are refusing to leave amid fears of looting. The flooding – neck-deep in some parts of the cit…

Budapest flood: Hungary Danube set for record high this weekend

Budapest Danube is set to reach record levels this weekend

…ats to shuttle supplies to stranded people as large areas remained under water. Widespread flooding in central Europe has inundated swathes of Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic, killing at least 15 people. Related search articles:The stalker myvidster…

Nor’easter threatens to hit East Coast with 60 mph winds and snow on Wednesday

Nor’easter storm on Wednesday threatens to bring chilly temperatures and even snow

…up to 25 to 35 mph and gusts rising to 45 to 55 mph, with the highest winds occurring late Wednesday afternoon and Wednesday night,” he continued, adding that the strong winds will make it feel around 10 degrees colder than the listed temperature. The city will close all parks, playgrounds and beaches, given the threat of falling tree branches, he added. Nor’easter storm on Wednesday threatens to…

Central Europe flood: Thousands of people flee their homes in Austria, Germany and Czech Republic

Thousands of people flee their homes as central Europe flood waters rise

…uthorities in the capital, Prague, are on high alert amid fears that the River Vltava could swamp its historic centre. On Monday morning, the river was flowing at 2,800 cubic metres per second – 10 times its normal volume. Thousands of people flee their homes as central Europe flood waters rise As a precaution the city’s metro system has been closed, metal flood defenses are being ere…

Insurers advise UK homeowners to buy flood insurance

Homeowners insurance does not cover flood damages.

Insurance policies covering flood damages become essential as flood warnings have been issued across the U.K.   The British insurance companies caution homeowners that separate flood insurances are required in order to protect their houses against rising waters from the rains that have been lashing parts of the United Kingdom. The residents must revise their policies and make sure that there…

Kate Middleton pregnant: Prince Charles thrilled at Duchess of Cambridge’s pregnancy

Prince Charles said he was thrilled at Kate Middleton's pregnancy

…told reporters she was “feeling much better” – and headed to Kensington Palace to rest. Prince Charles said he was thrilled at Kate Middleton’s pregnancy Kate Middleton, who is less than 12 weeks pregnant, was wrapped up against the cold in a coat and scarf, and the royal couple will now spend time at their London home to allow for her to recuperate. She was admitted on Monday after…

Margaret Thatcher funeral guest list released

Margaret Thatcher’s funeral ceremony will take place at St Paul's Cathedral in London

An initial list of invitations to Margaret Thatcher’s funeral on April 17 has been released by Downing Street. All surviving US presidents and British prime ministers are on the guest list, as well as a representative of the Reagan family. Ronald Reagan’s widow Nancy is understood to be too frail to travel. Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev will also not be attending owing to hea…

Who is going to Margaret Thatcher’s funeral? Detailed list.

The guest list for the funeral ceremony has been decided by Margaret Thatcher's family and representatives, along with the government and the Conservative Party

Invitations to the funeral of former British PM Margaret Thatcher at St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday 17 April are being sent out. The guest list has been decided by Margaret Thatcher’s family and representatives, along with the government and the Conservative Party. It is expected that more than 2,000 invitations will be delivered. About 200 states, territories and international orga…

Kate Middleton pregnant: her choice of pram, toys and baby name will set global trends

Kate Middleton’s pregnancy will be the most scrutinized, most photographed and most copied pregnancy the world has ever seen

…s Queen of the Yummy Mummies. The Duchess can therefore hardly resort to the occasional slummy day like most mothers-to-be – wearing a “tent-dress” to cover a growing tummy, or pulling on a size 14 jumper over maternity jeans. In any case, the figure of the naturally svelte Kate Middleton will for some months be considerably slimmer than the average woman’s, so she won’t have to wear materni…

Paralympic torch reaches London

Paralympic torch has reached outer London as part of a 24-hour relay to herald the start of the 2012 Games

…y the flame. About 3,000 invited guests, including Paralympians, representatives from disability groups and local residents, attended Tuesday evening’s ceremony at Stoke Mandeville Stadium. Some 150 local residents took part in a lantern procession and formed a guard of honor for eight torchbearers who carried flames representing England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. The children wh…

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