Manchester City keeping a watching brief on Manchester United outcast
Cape Town - Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard expects Manchester United's title challenge to fizzle out later in the season, but won't blame manager Jose Mourinho .

SBI net profit falls, but asset quality improves
The country's biggest lender had registered a profit after tax of Rs 2,006 crore in the corresponding period of the last fiscal. The bank's asset quality , however, improved during the July-September quarter as fresh slippages declined by more than half.

USDA lowers 2018 wheat, soybean carryover from October
Corn and soybean futures rebounded on Friday as traders absorbed a government report projecting larger-than-expected harvests. But an estimated 2.14 million acres will be run through the combines in 2017-breaking the previous record set past year .

Air traffic controller charged with having weapon of mass destruction in Charlotte
WNCN reports that the FAA has suspended Dandan's access to the airport while the FAA and the FBI are investigating the case. The investigation led police to another man, Derrick Fells, 39, who, they say, created the device.

Duterte to press Xi on arms buildup in South China Sea
Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam also have conflicting claims there. China claims a large portion of the South China Sea through its nine-dash line claim.

Argentina deny Russian Federation victory as renovated World Cup Final venue opens
Aguero joined Hernan Crespo in third on the list of Argentina's all-time highest goalscorers with his effort, and Sampaoli was impressed with what he saw.

Hasbro Mattel Takeover Rumors Swirling - Optimus Prime, Barbie to Finally Wed?
Both toymakers have been struggling with waning demand and the recent bankruptcy of Toys'R'Us, a major outlet for toy sales. And it maintains a strong relationship with Hollywood - Hasbro also makes toys for successful Disney franchises.

You should absolutely be anxious about the AT&T Time Warner deal
It's clear that the government needs to put a stop to this merger, but the big question now is whether or not it actually will. AT&T and Time Warner can walk away if the deal's not closed by April 22.

Ellen DeGeneres' wife accuses Seagal of sexual misconduct
Then, I hope she sent him/her a picture of her wedding to Ellen DeGeneres with the caption, " Steven Seagal was not my type". McCarthy claims Seagal replied, "There is off-camera nudity", before asking her to lower her dress again.

Saudi easing of Yemen blockade not enough
Air strikes by the Saudi-led coalition left at least three civilians wounded in Yemen's rebel-held capital Sanaa, witnesses said. It is noted that the strikes were aimed at the Ministry of defense of Yemen.

Farooq Abdullah says independent Kashmir not an option
"That part will remain with Pakistan and this part will remain with India, and both Kashmirs should be granted autonomy". This is not only a negative approach but sets a risky precedence where the facts are deliberately being muzzled".

Free DTC services for commuters during Odd-Even
However, the NGT refused to give any relaxation to two-wheelers from the rule. To this, the Delhi Government stated that this couldn't be said as of now.

Why Was OJ Simpson Just Banned From a Las Vegas Hotel?
The star was reportedly booted from his Las Vegas hotel on Wednesday after allegedly causing a drunken disturbance . Hotel staff tells TMZ ... at around midnight last night, Simpson was drunk and became disruptive at the Clique bar.

Amazon is opening pop-up stores in Whole Foods for the holidays
Whole Food's pre-Black Friday deals include $20 off the Echo Dot, $20 off the new Amazon Echo, and $30 off Kindle Paperwhite. Amazon is using its Whole Foods acquisition to help sell more hardware devices and Prime subscriptions.

Louis CK's TV wife speaks out about his 'abhorrent' behavior
But in interviews, Adlon said she saw it differently, and thought that her character went along with the kiss. The comedian confessed to exposing himself to five women and apologized to them and the people he works with.