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Rustenburg - Rustenburg Mayor Mpho Khunou on Tuesday, appealed for calm following a wave of attack and counter attacks on Nigerians nationals ripping through Rustenburg in the North West.

“Empirically, there are fewer and fewer use cases for which accepting or paying with Bitcoin makes sense."

Owen Farrell is the only English contender on the original long list of nominees for the 2018 European player of the year announced Tuesday.

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Weighed down by a sluggish global economy, turbulent capital markets, and heavier regulation after the 2008 financial crisis, many big banks have scrimped on innovation.

In doing so, they've failed to keep up with customers' embrace of and demand for all things digital and mobile. That's opened the door to a new breed... Читать дальше...

Former FBI director James Comey was interviewed last year by special counsel Robert Mueller who’s investigating Russian meddling in the 2016 election and any attempts by President Trump to obstruct justice, a report on Tuesday said. Comey was questioned about a series of memos he wrote after meeting with Trump at the White House where...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — State officials say Illinois hunters harvested a preliminary total of more than 147,500 deer during all 2017-2018 archery and firearm seasons. That number is just slightly more than last deer season's total harvest of about 144,300 deer. Data show hunters took 44 percent does and 56 percent male deer. Archery and firearm seasons ended Jan. 14. Hunters took about 80,000 deer during the traditional firearm season, compared with about 79,600 last season. Archery season saw hunters take nearly 58,000 deer... Читать дальше...

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A 41-year-old Lehi man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison on federal child pornography charges as part of a plea bargain in a case stemming from the investigation of a Utah gynecologist. U.S. District Judge Dee Benson in Salt Lake City also ordered Robert Edwin Francis on Monday placed on parole for 10 years following his release from federal prison. Francis pleaded guilty to receipt of child pornography in November. According to court records, he admitted that he requested... Читать дальше...

Tension in East Africa is rising after Ethiopia's prime minister this weekend rejected Egypt's suggestion the World Bank arbitrate ongoing disagreements over the construction of a dam on the Nile River. The stakes are high for both countries.  Ethiopia says the $5 billion hydroelectric dam will provide power to millions in desperate need of electric power.  Egypt says it will disrupt the flow of water from the Nile, jeopardizing agriculture in the country. Ethiopia anticipated the dam, now in its seventh year of construction... Читать дальше...

Warriors forward Andre Iguodala has been cleared to play Tuesday night against the Knicks. Iguodala, who has missed the past two games with a left calf contusion, practiced Monday and participated in shoot-around Tuesday morning. In 39 games this season, he is averaging 5.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.4 assists. New York announced Tuesday morning that forward Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out against Golden State with left knee irritation. Porzingis, who is likely... Читать дальше...

Venezuela is set to hold a new presidential election by April 30, with President Nicolas Maduro likely to attempt to win a new six-year term over divided opposition. The Constituent Assembly unanimously approved the new election Tuesday as the ruling Socialist Party attempts to consolidate its power, even as Venezuela's economic crisis worsens. The election was scheduled to be held by the end of 2018, but some analysts had predicted Maduro would seek an earlier vote to take advantage of opposition... Читать дальше...

The 2018 National Defense Strategy has its priorities straight. But budgetary challenges could get in the way.

Most Americans resolve to get fit and healthy in the new year. Vacations, on the other hand, are typically times to indulge. But it’s more and more common to combine the two: Eat right and work out while enjoying some gorgeous far-flung destination. Throw in some meditation and hiking while you’re at it. Whether you’re...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — What makes a song THE song of the eyes of The Recording Academy? In the history of the record of the year winners at the Grammy Awards, many of the songs become classics, like "Hotel California" or "Beat It," because the artists have captured commercial and critical appeal. Other times even Grammy-winning songs can quickly lose their popularity as trends change. Art Garfunkel knew "Mrs. Robinson" was a hit because of its infectious rhythm, but he thought "Bridge Over Troubled Water" was a dark horse nominee. Читать дальше...

Venezuela is set to hold a new presidential election by April 30, with President Nicolas Maduro seeking a second six-year term over divided opposition. Chafing at a new round of international sanctions, the pro-Maduro Constituent Assembly unanimously approved the new election Tuesday as the ruling Socialist Party attempts to consolidate its power. The election was scheduled to be held by the end of 2018, but some analysts had predicted Maduro would encourage an earlier vote to take advantage... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — From the beaches of France where "Dunkirk" took place to a historic Toronto theater where "Shape of Water" was filmed, fans can visit many of the real-world destinations depicted in this year's Oscar-nominated movies. CALL ME BY YOUR NAME For the Italy depicted in "Call Me By Your Name," head to the town of Crema, about an hour from Milan in the northern Lombardy region. Actor Michael Stuhlbarg says the setting was "exquisitely beautiful. ... It was a character in the film." DARKEST HOUR At London's Churchill War Rooms museum ... Читать дальше...

www.islandstats.com and the Bermuda Football Association have joined forces again this Season in a bid to encourage more Referees to join the ranks. This Live segment takes place Live from the BFA

BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — Alex Rodriguez is taking over for Aaron Boone again, this time moving into the ESPN booth for Sunday Night Baseball. ESPN announced Tuesday that A-Rod was joining its crew as an analyst. The former star slugger will become a rare, two-network announcer — he will continue as a studio analyst for Fox Sports in the postseason. Rodriguez fills the ESPN spot held last season by Boone, hired last month to manage the New York Yankees. Boone hit a walk-off home run in the 11th inning... Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve board nominee Marvin Goodfriend said Tuesday he supports the Fed's political independence and its dual goals of achieving stable prices and low unemployment. But those assurances did not seem to satisfy Democrats who say Goodfriend's past policy positions are at odds with his current views. Goodfriend, an economics professor at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, faced tough questioning from Democrats on the Senate Banking Committee during his confirmation hearing. Читать дальше...

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A northern Idaho lawmaker says he apologized to seven fellow legislators for an inappropriate comment he made during an anti-sexual harassment training earlier this year. Republican Sen. Bob Nonini from Coeur d'Alene said Tuesday that his remark was about a Facebook post, but declined to share what exactly he said during the Jan. 9 training. Nonini said he apologized to those who might have been offended and considered the matter resolved. Nonini joked that he had a loud voice and had never been good at whispering. Читать дальше...

Bill Belichick has never been one for style, but his team is trusting the odds to make its Super Bowl jersey selection. The mind games began Tuesday, when the Patriots announced they will wear their road white jerseys as the home team against the Eagles in Super Bowl LII. The team that has donned white...

Winter is supposed to bring relief at the fuel pump, but rising oil prices have zapped hopes of seasonal savings this year.

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• UBS, the Switzerland-based money manager, announced Monday the integration of its two wealth management arms. 
• According to a memo obtained by Business Insider, the shakeup includes a number of role shifts.
• The combined business, according to the memo, will oversee about $2.3 trillion in investable assets. 

UBS, the Switzerland-based money manager, announced Monday it would merge its two wealth management arms into one global business... Читать дальше...

MONTEREY, Calif. (AP) — Officials say eight beaches on California's Central Coast have reopened after nearly 5 million gallons of sewage spilled into the ocean over the weekend. The beaches south of San Francisco that are popular with surfers and day visitors opened Monday after lab tests showed the area is safe. Monterey One Water general manager Paul Sciuto says 4.9 million gallons of sewage water spilled into the ocean after a filter at a water treatment plant got clogged and the computer system failed to sound an alarm. Читать дальше...

MONTEREY, Calif. (AP) — Officials say eight beaches on California's Central Coast have reopened after nearly 5 million gallons of sewage spilled into the ocean over the weekend. The beaches south of San Francisco that are popular with surfers and day visitors opened Monday after lab tests showed the area is safe. Monterey One Water general manager Paul Sciuto says 4.9 million gallons of sewage water spilled into the ocean after a filter at a water treatment plant got clogged and the computer system failed to sound an alarm. Читать дальше...