Pennsylvania state trooper found guilty of first-degree murder

Friday, March 20, 2009 In the United States, a suspended Pennsylvania state trooper has been convicted of first-degree murder for killing his girlfriend's estranged husband. Kevin Foley, 43, faces a mandatory life sentence without parole for slashing to death John Yelenic, a Blairsville dentist who was in the final stages of divorcing his wife, Michele. Foley's attorney said he plans to appeal...

Several groups seek to purchase Saturn auto brand

Thursday, May 7, 2009 Penske Automotive Group, Inc., an Ohio-based investment group and Telesto Ventures have indicated separately that they are interested in purchasing the Saturn auto brand from General Motors (GM). According to The Wall Street Journal, Nissan-Renault is interested in purchasing Saturn. Bloomberg, however, indicated that Nissan-Renault may be a partner of Penske's potential...

Polaroid goes bankrupt

Friday, December 19, 2008 Camera company Polaroid has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States. The firm, famed for the introduction of instant photography, says alleged fraud by the founder of their parent group is to blame. Owned since 2005 by Petters Group Worldwide, Polaroid says that the group's founder Tom Petters is "under investigation for alleged acts of fraud...

Five Cute Diy Punch Bowl Designs For Baby Showers

More Detail Here: Avid New Media By Criss White The baby shower punch bowl could be a beautiful part of the decorations that you pick for the party. Traditionally, a punch bowl looks plain and simple. Why not change that? Explore the opportunities you have and enjoy decorating the baby shower in your own specific way. The punch bowl could be easily integrated in your decoration efforts. In fact,...

Author Amy Scobee recounts abuse as Scientology executive

Monday, October 11, 2010 Wikinews interviewed author Amy Scobee about her book Scientology - Abuse at the Top, and asked her about her experiences working as an executive within the organization. Scobee joined the organization at age 14, and worked at Scientology's international management headquarters for several years before leaving in 2005. She served as a Scientology executive in multiple...

Essential Tips For Choosing Outdoor Tiles

More Detail Here: Quarry Materials Nsw In fact, many people choose outdoor quarry tiles owing to their strength and durability. • These tiles are naturally stained and slip-resistant naturally. Based on how you place and design the tiles, you can achieve a contemporary look with them. • The quarry tiles are fired at a high temperature which means that they can absorb more water than other...

Eleven alleged Russian spies arrested in US

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 The United States announced the arrest of eleven people accused of acting as spies for Russia, breaking up what the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) called a "long term, deep cover" spy ring within the US. Those arrested were, according to the US government, members of a spy ring that had existed for several years, involving Russian agents adopting...

Sweden’s Crown Princess marries long-time boyfriend

Monday, June 21, 2010 Sweden's first royal wedding since 1976 took place Saturday when Crown Princess Victoria, 32, married her long-time boyfriend and former personal trainer, Daniel Westling, 36. The ceremony took place at Stockholm Cathedral. Over 1,200 guests, including many rulers, politicians, royals and other dignitaries from across the world, attended the wedding, which cost an estimated...

Turn Your Case Around With Help From Court Reporting Agencies

More Detail Here: Child Modeling Agencies Australia byAlma Abell In today’s fast-paced society, court reporting has moved to the next level with video conferencing and digital media options. Court Reporting Agencies can now offer much more than simple note taking. Do not depend on anything less for your case. Multi-media formatting can give the jury an in-depth look at accident or crime scenes...

Oral Roberts University accountant claims he was ordered to “cook the books”

Wednesday, November 21, 2007 A former accountant for Oral Roberts University (ORU) has filed a lawsuit against ORU and its Board of Regents claiming he was told by Richard Roberts and his wife Lindsay to "cook the books", hiding financial wrongdoing from authorities and the public. Trent Huddleston, the accountant, has filed suit against the school and the Robertses claiming he "was improperly...