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Investor Alert
- 2014 Commodities Halftime Report
- July 11, 2014
By Frank Holmes
CEO and Chief Investment Officer
U.S. Global Investors
What a difference six months can make. After a disappointing 2013, the commodities market came roaring back full throttle, outperforming the S&P 500 Index by more than 4 percentage points and 10-year Treasury bonds by more than 6.
Leading the rally was nickel, delivering a 37.14 percent return, followed by palladium (17.70 percent) and gold (10.90 percent). Nickel also saw the largest gain from last year, climbing more than 55 points to settle close to $19,000 per metric tonne. Gold jumped 38 percentage points to $1,327 an ounce, and palladium rose 16 points to $843 an ounce.
At the back of the herd lagged lead, copper and wheat, which was the best performer only two short years ago.
Below you can see the 2014 halftime edition of our periodic table of commodity returns, which has proven to be a perennial favorite among our investors.
That commodity prices often fluctuate so wildly supports the need to have your investments in the resources space diversified and actively managed by an experienced team of professional investors. Simply put, there are far too many worldly factors—some of them political, others acts of God, all tugging and pulling at the market in tandem—for any one person to reasonably keep track of. It's important to have a limber group of managers and analysts with the expertise and diligence to monitor and anticipate the most pressing global trends.
What we know is that now many investors have become bullish on resources. At a conference in New York at the end of last month, Credit Suisse polled 350 investors and found that 42 percent of them were planning to be overweight in commodities in the coming months. For some perspective, when the same question was asked of them the previous year, only 19 percent had a rosy attitude toward commodities.
As I said, what a difference six months—or, in this case, a year—can make. With money flowing back into commodities, the market is finally trying to reverse the downtrend that we've been up against since 2011.
As usual, government policy is often a precursor to change. Nowhere did we see this adage in action more transparently this year than in Indonesia, whose government shocked the market in January by enacting an outright ban on nickel ore exports. Because the Southeast Asian country is the world's second-largest producer of nickel ore, accounting for about a fifth of global supply, any alteration to its export policy was bound to send far-reaching ripples throughout the market.
China, one of the leading importers of not just Indonesian nickel but other global raw materials as well, reacted by stockpiling the silvery-white metal, 75 percent of which is used worldwide in stainless steel production. This in turn encouraged investors to drive prices even higher out of fear of a supply shortage.
A repeal of the export ban is unlikely to happen in the near-term, as both Indonesian presidential contenders, Joko Widodo and Prabowo Subianto, who are both claiming victory in the recent election, favor its continuation. We will keep our eyes on nickel, as a correction might very well come when and if the ban is ever rescinded.
Palladium and Platinum
Prices of the platinum group metals (PGMs) hit three-year highs following the double whammy of a five-month-long miner strike in South Africa and trade sanctions against Russia, the world's leading producer of palladium. Fear of a shortage in PGMs, which are essential to the production of catalytic converters in automobiles, drove prices skyrocketing.
This comes at a time when U.S. auto sales have surged to 16.9 million in June alone, an increase of 9.2 percent over the same time last year. Auto manufacturing is expected to grow 10.3 percent in the third quarter, according to International Strategy & Investment (ISS).
Although the labor strike ended last month, PGM production cannot reasonably resume within the next three to five months. And with a separate strike underway, this one led by the National Metalworkers of South Africa, country leaders fear yet another economic setback that has already threatened a third of South Africa's manufacturing output.
Our Gold and Precious Metals Fund (USERX), rated four stars by Morningstar,* continues to excel because we intimately understand the dynamics of both the Love and Fear Trade in the global gold market. We also know how to read and act on China's positive purchasing managers index (PMI), which has recently hit a six-month high of 51. Any number over 50, of course, indicates strong growth in the manufacturing sector. China is already the world's largest producer andconsumer of gold, and because its middle class is swelling in rank—the country is expected to have over 670 million middle class citizens early next decade—gold sales should remain robust.
Besides China, other global drivers of gold consumption at this time include India and the Middle East. Diwali—otherwise known as the Indian Festival of Lights—Christmas and other international celebrations encourage generous giving of gifts, of which gold jewelry is one of the most traditional and popular. Ramadan, scheduled to end on July 28, involves a type of alms-giving called zakat, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Zakat is obligatory for all observant Muslims, who handsomely give precious metals such as gold to those in economic hardship.
As I told Catherine Murray on BNN's Business Day PM back in May:
So we're coming to that trough on a seasonal pattern, and that seasonal pattern is predominated by what I call the Love Trade, where you have jewelry demand, et cetera, coming out of Asia, Middle East and India... And this is the first time that we had what they call the Flash HSBC PMI. And this is very important for job creation and GDP per capita rising, and that's highly correlated with consumption of gold for the jewelry trade. So the second half [of 2014] looks great, and I think it's also very important for all exports of any resources.
Crude Oil
Although not one of the top leaders in the first half, crude oil deserves a shout-out. Its 7.06 percent annual return is closing in on the 7.19 percent return in 2013, when oil was the second-best performer. Because of unrest in Iraq, North Sea Brent crude has set a record for trading between $107 and $112 a barrel for 12 consecutive months, handily beating the 170 consecutive days in 2008 when it traded over $100 a barrel.
In its monthly energy report, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that 2015 will represent the highest level of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude production since 1972. Global consumption of oil, driven largely by China once again, is expected to reach 94 million barrels a day (bbl/d) by the end of next year.
Global Resources Fund (PSPFX) portfolio manager Brian Hicks reiterates these points on why we are bullish in light of the current domestic oil production boom:
Within our portfolio, we are investing heavily in the shales through upstream oil and gas companies, oil services companies and equipment companies. Shale is transformational; it is really changing the energy landscape. Almost overnight, companies are developing resources that are long-lived and repeatable. Remember, only five years ago we were talking about peak oil. Now, we're producing roughly 8.4 million bbl/d. That's the highest we've seen since the mid-'80s. It is a trend that is going to continue.
Always Remaining Vigilant
Even though the commodities market has so far exceeded everyone's expectations this year, especially following a lackluster 2013, a correction could occur with little warning. That's why the portfolio managers of PSPFX, USERX and our World Precious Minerals Fund (UNWPX) are constantly looking out for opportunities and threats as well as ensuring that the fund is optimally diversified to protect against changes in the market.
For now, however, it appears as if resources could continue their strong performance for at least the near-term and hopefully much longer.
*Morningstar Overall Rating™ among 71 Equity Precious Metals funds as of 6/30/2014 based on risk-adjusted return.
Index Summary
- Major market indices finished lower this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down .73 percent. The S&P 500 Index lost 0.90 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite closed down 1.6 percent.
- The Hang Seng Composite dropped 1.2 percent for the week.
- The 10-year Treasury bond yield fell two basis points to 2.52 percent.
Domestic Equity Market
The S&P 500 depreciated this week, finishing 0.9 percent lower. The price action indicated investors preferred the defensive nature of utilities, telecom and consumer staples and spurned the financials, industrials and energy sectors.
- The utilities sector closed up .79 percent. This can be attributed to this week's drop in interest rates and the actions of investors looking to buy dips in the utility sector since it was down about .4 percent last week. The electricity and natural gas distributor PG& E was a top performer for the week, appreciating approximately .8 percent.
- The telecommunications sector finished up .6 percent. The integrated communication company CenturyLink was the strongest performer in the group finishing up 1.91 percent. Not only was the company the proud recipient of a 10-year colocation contract worth about $63 million, but it was also named company of the year by the Indiana Telecommunications Association.
- The consumer staples sector closed up a mere .3 percent. Archer Daniels Midland was the biggest gainer up 4.54 percent for the week. ADM announced its intention to purchase Wild Flavors for $3.1 billion. Wild Flavors is the maker of the popular Capri Sun flavored drinks.
- Energy was the worst performing sector, declining 1.8 percent due to the 5.9 percent drop in natural gas prices. Range Resources was the biggest laggard of the group declining 5.2 percent.
- Financials was the second worst performing sector in the S&P 500. Investors are still somewhat concerned about the fines and investigations levied against some of the big banks. Genworth Financial was down the most in the group, declining 5.6 percent. Apparently the company may be required to raise approximately $400 million in additional capital to comply with new proposed rules from the government sponsored enterprises.
- Industrials finished down 1.2 percent for the week. Fastenal, the construction and supply wholesaler missed earnings estimates and announced additional store closings. Fastenal closed down 8 percent for the week.
- The markets trend is still up and this week's decline offers investors the opportunity to put additional capital to work.
- Job openings continued to rise, topping expectations. Openings are at a new high since the economic recovery began and layoffs have been declining.
- Mortgage applications rebounded, breaking a three week decline.
- Investors have remained complacent for an uncharacteristically long time.
- Earnings season started this week and the bulk of the companies will be reporting in the next few weeks. Wall Street analysts expect the margin of upside surprises to be more limited this quarter.
- Stock buybacks declined to $23 billion in June. This is the lowest point in a year and a half.
The Economy and Bond Market
Treasury yields declined this week, as the short end of the yield curve retreated from its highest level since late summer 2013. U.S. economic data were relatively scanty following the long Fourth of July weekend, with no major surprises. Earnings season kicked off this week, and will ramp up in earnest next week. The Federal Reserve's June minutes were released Wednesday, and confirmed that the eventual concluding "taper" will be in the form of a $15 billion increment, placing the Fed on pace to fully exit the tapering process at its October meeting.
- The U.S. market escaped resurgent European peripheral concerns this week largely unscathed, shaking off a Portuguese scare in healthy fashion.
- The Fed's June minutes were released on Wednesday, confirming that the expected pace of "tapering" will include a final $15 billion increment, in turn confirming an expected October conclusion to tapering.
- U.S. bonds rallied as yields retreated in the face of European concerns.
- Small business optimism retreated from its recent cycle highs, coming in at 95.0 and missing expectations of 97.0.
- When an affiliate of Banco Espirito Santo failed to make good on a payment this week, it sent the Portuguese markets into a tailspin and led to some profit taking across Europe. While the issue does now appear to be largely company specific and peripherals have been major outperformers year-to-date, concerns linger.
- German industrial production weakened, down 1.8 percent month-over-month, and added to recent European growth and deflation concerns.
- With key global central banks back into easy policy mode and inflation trending lower in many parts of the world, the path of least resistance for bond yields continues to be down.
- Mortgage Banker Association mortgage applications ticked higher this week, up 1.9 percent.
- The bond market has gone through fits and starts over the past year and the recent run up in yields may be an opportunity if recent history is any guide.
- The Portuguese debt scare this week caused a lot of volatility in European markets, sending peripheral yields higher and many indices lower. While Portugal's second-largest bank did quantify some of its risk today, the drama highlights the possibility of continued, and perhaps unseen, fragility in the European periphery.
- Confirmation this week of the pace of tapering continues to highlight strength in the U.S. economy. With the European Central Bank and Bank of Japan taking the global lead in easy monetary policy, the Fed could possibly transition to a tighter policy sooner than many expect.
- Wage growth continues to remain sluggish despite the recovery and rising rents nationwide.
Gold Market
For the week, spot gold closed at $1,338.62, up $18.07 per ounce, or 1.37 percent. Gold stocks, as measured by the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index, rose 3.1 percent. The U.S. Trade-Weighted Dollar Index fell 0.1 percent for the week.
Date Event Survey Actual Prior July 8 U.S. June NFIB Small Business Optimism 97.0 95.0 96.6 July 9 China June Imports 6.0% 5.5% -1.6% July 9 U.S. June Fed FOMC Meeting Minutes - - - July 11 Germany June CPI 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% July 15 Germany July ZEW Survey Expectations 28.2 - 29.8 July 15 China June Retail Sales YoY 12.5% - 12.5% July 17 Eurozone June CPI YoY 0.8% - 0.8% July 17 U.S. June Housing Starts 1025K - 1001K
- Gold posted its sixth consecutive week of gains after rising $18.07 per ounce for the week. Assets in the largest physical gold ETF erased this year's decline as investors begin to realize the need for inflation protection as prices rise and the Fed vows to keep rates low for a considerable time. Not surprisingly money managers increased their net long positions in gold for a fourth consecutive week, leading all known ETF gold holdings to rise at the fastest pace since at least 2012.
- Christian Noyer, head of the French central bank and ECB governing board member, believes the global expansion of U.S. regulations will encourage diversification away from the U.S. dollar, threatening its reserve currency status. Noyer's comments come as a result of the hefty fines the U.S. government is levying on French bank BNP Paribas after it was accused of dealings with Iran. Mr. Noyer added that trade between Europe and China does not need to use the U.S. dollar, especially now that China has agreed to the creation of an offshore renminbi clearing in Paris. Mr. Noyer concluded by stating the French central bank will now actively avoid U.S. dollar transactions in order to escape the application of U.S. regulations to its dealings.
- Northern Star shares rose as much as 15 percent in Australian trading as the miner announced it had surpassed its quarterly production guidance and had earned substantial margins at all its operations. Similarly, Coeur Mining reported a 48 percent increase in silver and a 13 percent increase in second quarter production at its Rochester Mine in Nevada. Lastly, Premier Gold confirmed a 69 percent increase to its open pit indicated resources at its Hardrock property in Ontario.
- British Columbia's Fraser Institute's Centre for Aboriginal Policy Studies warned that a recent Canadian Supreme Court ruling granting a group of 6 B.C. First Nations title to a large piece of land outside their reserves "will likely stunt economic development across Canada." There are an estimated 200 First Nations bands in British Columbia, which raises concern among the mining community, that's already been subject to numerous lengthy negotiations with these groups. In a related note, Australia's Federal Court ruled in favor of the Ngadju people and against Gold Fields with regards to the St. Ives mining tenements. The Court sided with the Ngadju people after determining Gold Fields operations violate the native-title rights, to which Gold Fields objected, arguing it complied with its obligations at all times.
- Polyus Gold entered into a hedging contract to sell 310,000 ounces of gold over the next two years, which led to numerous headlines stating the gold sector would return to the era of gold hedging. However, data shows the hedge book volume stood at 87 tonnes as of the end of the first quarter, slightly up from the previous quarter, but miles away from the 3000 tonnes reached in the 1999 peak.
- Banro Corp. tumbled after announcing the throughput capacity at its Twangiza mine may not reach the expected 1.7 million tons design capacity. In addition, the miner said a plant at its Namoya operation will run below capacity as a result of technical setbacks. Banro's troubles open the possibility of default and bankruptcy as the miner will struggle to repay a heavy debt load with a significant reduction in revenues.
- Renowned technical analyst Carter Worth, chief market technician at Sterne Agee, reports gold's chart pattern is "extremely" bullish as prices continue to post higher lows. In addition, the 150-day moving average appears to have bottomed out as markets enter a period that historically has provided seasonal support for gold, silver, and related equities. With this background, it is not surprising that Goldman Sachs Asset Management, which runs India's largest gold ETF, issued a note to investors explaining that the risk profile of the investment had changed since the issuer (i.e. Goldman Sachs) may not be able to return the physical gold. Dhirendra Kumar, CEO of Value Research states Goldman Sachs has probably lent the gold out, and will be unable to deliver physical gold for early redemptions.
- Dundee Precious Metals announced that Bulgarian authorities have moved the company's Krumovgrad permitting application to the final step toward full permitting. The Krumovgrad deposit is a high quality open pit project with above average 4 gram per tonne ore, and potential to produce 80,000 ounces per year at very low cost. In addition, the company reported its recently refurbished Tsumeb smelter processed 60,332 tonnes of concentrate in the second quarter, a 23 percent improvement from the previous quarter.
- Lawrence Roulston, a renowned mining industry authority, referred to Klondex Mines in a recent interview with Streetwise Reports. In his interview, Roulston agrees that Klondex is on its way to developing very profitable underground operations, while warning that management is critical for advancing projects and adding value. However, he is not concerned with existing management at Klondex; instead, he praised their efforts to acquire Midas, which gave the company a clear short-term path to profitable production. As a matter of fact, Klondex has constantly sought to enhance its management team, and recently appointed Mike Isaak, ex-Barrick, Henry Follman, ex-Coeur, and Rosa Whisenand, ex-Barrick as high-caliber additions to its senior team.
- Gold futures fell this week as analysts anticipate an earlier rise in U.S. interest rates. The Fed minutes released this week led analysts to revise their forecasts. Goldman Sachs, for example, now predicts increases to borrowing costs will take place in the third quarter of 2015, rather than its previous estimate the first quarter in 2016.
- Rising interest rates, bond yields, and low inflation expectations are creating a perfect storm with strong headwinds for gold in the future, according to Morgan Stanley analyst Joel Crane. According to Crane, it is highly unlikely that gold will continue to rise in the coming quarters given current market conditions and the expected improvement going forward.
- BCA Commodity strategists have reiterated their underweight gold call within the commodity complex. According to BCA, the strength of the dollar and the stabilization of the U.S. equity risk premiums suggest gold will remain trendless in the second half of the year. Volatility in the aforementioned areas has been a key driver for gold in the past, thus their stabilization implies that it is unlikely gold prices will rise much further.
Energy and Natural Resources Market
- Gold's break above the April high to $1,338 helped related mining shares post a gain of 3 percent on the week. Royalty companies led the advance as Franco-Nevada, Royal Gold and Silver Wheaton made new 52-week highs this week with an average gain of 2.7 percent.
- Shares of Africa Oilfield Logistics (AOL) bucked the negative trend of the FTSE AIM exchange in London with a 5 percent gain this week. The sub-Saharan support services and logistics company gained 19 percent this quarter following news of a successful expansion at its Adran subsidiary.
- Despite a pullback in clean energy stocks this week, SunEdison Inc. gained nearly 6 percent the week, reaching a new 52-week high, on news of the company's plan to spinoff TerraForm Power via an initial public offering.
- Dry bulk shipping rates remain weak and remain just above multi-year lows. The BDIY freight index is down over 49 percent from its high set in March. Knightsbridge Tankers Ltd. declined 6 percent for the week.
- Oil service and equipment stocks generally underperformed the broader energy sector following strong gains in the prior two weeks. CHC Group Ltd declined 12 percent this week after reducing futures revenue and earnings growth forecasts that came in below analysts' expectations.
- The price of WTI crude oil and NYMEX natural gas declined by 3 and 6 percent, respectively this week as supply risks eased in Libya and Iraq, and cooler weather across much of the country this week. Suncor Energy and Sanchez Energy fell by 5 and 8 percent, respectively.
- The International Energy Agency has reported that global oil demand will rise at the fastest pace in five years, climbing 1.5 percent to a record 94.1 million barrels a day in 2015. The dramatic increase is primarily the result of China and other emerging market growth.
- Through recent press releases, Indonesian Economic Minister Chairul Tanjung has implied that an agreement has been reached between the government and Freeport-McMoRan. The ongoing export disputes over concentrates at Grasberg, which have dropped Freeport's production to roughly 40 percent of its nominal capacity over the last two quarters, may soon be at an end.
- Coldelco, a Chilean mining company, is likely to cancel shipments of around 10,000 tonnes of refined copper due to problems in its new Ministro Hales mine. Totaling roughly 3 percent of its 2014 contracted term shipments to China, the cancelled orders will likely lead Chinese importers to purchase spot refined copper on international markets. The result would be supportive for copper prices, which have already risen more than 10 percent since March.
- Non-commercial speculative positions in the oil futures market now stand near the highest level on record. If this unwinds abruptly it could materially weaken oil prices near term.
- News of increased supply coming out of Libya and new pipelines in the U.S. has created a negative forecast on oil prices through the rest of the year. Futures could weaken further on news of additional supply gains.
- Old and decrepit highways in southern Texas and North Dakota are hindering thousands of 18-wheel trucks. The crumbling roads threaten billions of dollars of investment in oil production in the U.S.
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Emerging Markets
- Indonesia was the best performing country in Asia this week, driven by the apparent victory of Jakarta's governor, Joko Widodo, in the presidential election. The victory was a preferred outcome for the financial markets, as eight of the 12 unofficial quick-count polling sources showed favorable results.
- Utilities was the best performing sector in emerging markets this week, led by one of China's five-largest power producers, Datang International Power Generation Co. The company has plans to restructure its coal-to-chemicals business, which has been holding back its earnings and valuation since 2008.
- Turk Traktor, a Turkish manufacturer and retailer of agricultural tractors, rose to a 52-week high following better-than-expected sales volumes. According to the company, domestic sales in June rose 9.1 percent, while exports surged 34 percent as the company expands beyond Europe and into Africa as well as the Middle East. In addition, Turkish sell-side analysts have reiterated their buy ratings on the stock, forecasting improving margins due to the company's recently completed capacity expansion.
- Greece was the worst performing emerging market for the week, falling around 7.1 percent after comments by European Union (EU) officials at the monthly meeting of Eurozone Finance Ministers, urging Greece to make more efforts to meet the bailout program requirements. The statements resulted in rumors that Greek banks would need more capital in the form of a third bailout. The speculation, together with weak trading volumes, led to outsized selling pressure.
- South Korea was among the worst performing countries in Asia this week, as Samsung Electronics Co., the single-largest company in the index, announced disappointing second-quarter results. The competition for Samsung is intensifying from local Chinese smartphone makers and a rising Korean won.
- Consumer discretionary was the worst performing sector in the emerging market complex for the week, led lower by Indian automakers as analysts forecast earnings to remain under pressure. Automobile demand in the region was "a mixed bag," leading analysts to revise revenue growth numbers lower to 5 percent, while earnings' growth is now expected to remain flat year-over-year. In addition, investors were disappointed by the government's decision to extend export duty concessions until December, rather than to reduce them permanently as initially expected.
- HSBC raised the emerging market region to overweight within its global portfolio, arguing that we are beginning to see signs of improvement in both the near-term outlook, and the longer-term structural story for the complex. According to the bank's analysts, the region has fared better in 2014, performing broadly in line with developed markets year-to-date, and outperforming by over 5 percent since March. HSBC believes this period of outperformance will continue. The strength is evidenced by operating margins in emerging markets stabilizing relative to developed markets, along with recent data showing outperformance from here on.
- According to International Data Corporation, unit growth of installed smart devices, thanks to the advent of Internet of Things, is expected to more than triple by 2018. Internet connectivity is proliferating from telecommunications to more traditional industries such as durable goods and infrastructure. Taiwanese technology manufacturers in cloud servers, semiconductor foundries and various connected devices should benefit from this emerging global trend.
- Emerging markets equity funds attracted solid inflows this week, mainly to broad-mandate global emerging markets funds and Asia ex-Japan equity funds. Out of the reported inflows of $1.35 billion, Indonesia, India and Malaysia reported the largest inflows relative to assets under management. China reported the largest absolute inflows for this week.
- UBS is recommending investors to sell Gazprom given the upcoming headwinds for the Russian stock. The main reason is gas prices in the EU have fallen around 40 percent year-to-date, mostly due to a massive increase in storage levels resulting from a record warm winter. Even if Gazprom can retain its premium pricing, its volumes should weaken as excess inventories are sold to the market. In addition, the stock came under pressure as the Russian Minister of Finance cut the outlook for Gazprom dividends, a move that has also affected other state-owned Russian companies.
- Softening of European demand, combined with reduced export channels via land, are affecting Turkey's successful export story. Despite Turkey posting a better than expected current account deficit of $3.4 billion in May, taking the gap to $19.8 billion in the first five months (and down 39 percent from the same period last year), the markets are questioning the sustainability of further improvements. The lira weakened as economists focused on Turkey's export dependency on Iraq, the second-largest market for Turkish products, which slid 21 percent in June from a year earlier.
- More than six months after the second-child policy was approved in China, eligible couples have been slow to embrace looser restrictions based on provincial statistics. Growth prospects of China's mass consumer sector, such as infant foods and diapers, has significantly diminished due to structural migration to e-commerce and rising competition to name brands.
Leaders and Laggards
The tables show the weekly, monthly and quarterly performance statistics of major equity and commodity market benchmarks of our family of funds.
Weekly Performance Index Close Weekly
10-Yr Treasury Bond 2.52 -0.12 -4.62% XAU 104.07 +2.59 +2.55% Nasdaq 4,415.49 -70.44 -1.57% Hang Seng Composite Index 3,202.85 -33.44 -1.03% Russell 2000 1,159.93 -48.22 -3.99% S&P Basic Materials 313.25 -3.31 -1.05% DJIA 16,943.81 -124.45 -0.73% S&P 500 1,967.57 -17.87 -0.90% Korean KOSPI Index 1,988.74 -22.23 -1.11% S&P/TSX Canadian Gold Index 203.92 +9.41 +4.84% S&P Energy 717.24 -13.13 -1.80% Gold Futures 1,339.00 +18.60 +1.41% Natural Gas Futures 4.14 -0.25 -5.60% Oil Futures 100.68 -3.41 -3.28% Monthly Performance Index Close Monthly
XAU 104.07 +14.38 +16.03% S&P/TSX Canadian Gold Index 203.92 +26.47 +14.92% Russell 2000 1,159.93 -6.78 -0.58% Gold Futures 1,339.00 +78.30 +6.21% Nasdaq 4,415.49 +83.56 +1.93% S&P Energy 717.24 +11.82 +1.68% S&P 500 1,967.57 +23.68 +1.22% S&P Basic Materials 313.25 +2.67 +0.86% DJIA 16,943.81 +99.93 +0.59% 10-Yr Treasury Bond 2.52 -0.12 -4.66% Oil Futures 100.68 -3.81 -3.65% Korean KOSPI Index 1,988.74 -25.93 -1.29% Natural Gas Futures 4.14 -0.38 -8.48% Hang Seng Composite Index 3,202.85 -332.01 -14.83% Quarterly Performance Index Close Quarterly
S&P Energy 717.24 +68.44 +10.55% XAU 104.07 +11.52 +12.45% Nasdaq 4,415.49 +415.76 +10.39% S&P/TSX Canadian Gold Index 203.92 +19.73 +10.71% S&P 500 1,967.57 +151.88 +8.36% S&P Basic Materials 313.25 +22.83 +7.86% Oil Futures 100.68 -2.67 -2.58% DJIA 16,943.81 +917.06 +5.72% Hang Seng Composite Index 3,202.85 +14.33 +0.45% Gold Futures 1,339.00 +20.50 +1.55% Russell 2000 1,159.93 +48.49 +4.36% Korean KOSPI Index 1,988.74 -8.70 -0.44% Natural Gas Futures 4.14 -0.49 -10.50% 10-Yr Treasury Bond 2.52 -0.11 -4.15%
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Polyus Gold International Ltd.: 0.0%
Banro Corp.: 0.0%
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Klondex Mines Ltd.: Global Resources Fund, 1.34%; Gold and Precious Metals Fund, 6.58%; World Precious Minerals Fund, 6.60%
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" This is an easy fool-proof salad that is always a big hit at parties. You can add lots of different veggies and ad-lib to your taste. You can also make it meat-less or more hearty with the addition of some protein It's nice to serve a tasty, healthier side salad amongst all the rich & heavy Superbowl party snacks."
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The Republicans' Conservative Problem, In One Quotation
Rep. Tom Price has been in Washington since 2005; why is it only just hitting him that not all Republican districts are as conservative as his?
Ryan Lizza's New Yorker profile of Eric Cantor has rightly gotten a lot of attention this week. Cantor's admission to having been the knife man nixing the almost-"grand bargain" on the deficit between House Speaker John Boehner and President Obama has especially received prominent play around the Web this week. But there was another quote that lept out at me as illustrating how deep the GOP's problems run, especially as regards to its truculent conservative wing.
This from Lizza regarding Rep. Tom Price of Georgia, a leading House conservative:
Tom Price, an orthopedic surgeon from Georgia, who holds Newt Gingrich's old congressional seat and is seen as a leader of the most conservative House Republicans, said that, during a recent debate over taxes, "we talked past each other oftentimes as much as Republicans and Democrats talk past each other." He explained how surprised he was when one of his colleagues from a Northern state told him that he favored a tax increase on millionaires. "It hit me that what he was hearing when he's going home to a Republican district in a blue state is completely different than what I'm hearing when I go home to a Republican district in a red state," he said. "My folks are livid about this stuff. His folks clearly weren't. And so we weren't even starting from the same premise."
[See a collection of political cartoons on Congress.]
To be clear, Price has been in the House since 2005, so the fact that only after eight years has it finally "hit" him that Republicans from other parts of the country represent constituents with less archly conservative views is fairly mind-blowing. This is pretty basic stuff: Voters in different regions have different political views. Even reliably Republican districts in "blue states" will sometimes favor a different brand of conservatism. The real life fact of the political matter is that you can't build a governing coalition—on either the right or the left—with a narrowly drawn, philosophically pure political party. Tom Price couldn't get elected in many northern districts any more than, say, his fellow Georgia Rep. John Barrow, recently rated by National Journal as the most conservative Democrat left in the House, could win Nancy Pelosi's seat.
This is a truth that conservatives understood back in the 1990s when they were first clawing their way back into the majority. But they have forgotten it and now are stuck believing their own talking points about how the United States is an inherently conservative country. In this world view, Democratic victories (like in the popular presidential vote five of the last six times) are just voters' rebuke for the GOP being insufficiently conservative.
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Take Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas:
"Why did we lose? It wasn't as the media would tell you: because the American people embraced big government, Barack Obama's spending and debt and taxes. … That wasn't what happened. I'm going to suggest to you a very simple reason why we lost the election: We didn't win the argument," Cruz said before pointedly lowering his voice. "We didn't even make the argument."
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BY J.M. HIRSCH The Associated Press
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---- — Quiche has a reputation as a complicated dish. And I'm not sure why.
Home cooks worry about the crust. They angst over the fillings. Do they have the right mix of meats or veggies? Which type of cheese? And how much is too much? And then there is striking the balance of egg and dairy, never mind determining the best way to season the mixture.
Which makes it all sound so very troublesome. And yet quiche really is such a simple dish that is both versatile and forgiving. Not even the least skilled home cook has an excuse for skipping it. Especially come Mother's Day. Quiche is perfect for breakfast in bed. It's easy enough for the kids to help with. It even can be prepped the night before.
So let's demystify it step-by-step, starting with the crust. Homemade is fine, but I just don't bother. Purchased pie dough won't win you any baking competitions, but it's completely respectable for a quiche crust. I try to always keep a package of rolled crusts in the freezer. They thaw quickly and are simple to unroll and fit into a pan.
As for the pan, I prefer a tart pan with a removable bottom. It is easier to slice the quiches and remove each serving, and it's attractive. But a pie pan works fine, too.
Next up, the fillings. I like to keep it simple with ham or sausage. But whatever meat you use, keep the chunks small. Veggies should be at least partially cooked before they go into the crust. This isn't just to ensure they are fully cooked, though that's important, too. Whatever mix you use, aim for about half a pound.
Cheese should be grated or shredded. Cheddar and gouda are nice, as is Gruyere. Aim for a total of about 11/2 cups of cheese.
The final step is the eggs and milk. For a large quiche, you'll want about 8 eggs and 1/3 cup of milk. Don't have that many eggs? Use what you have and up the milk. Don't have milk? Up the eggs and add a splash or water or half-and-half. Whisk it.
Seasonings? Keep it simple. I usually use salt, pepper, dried thyme, maybe some fennel seed, and nothing more.
I don't pretend that my what-have-you approach to quiche making would make Julia Child proud. But the nature of quiches means they tend to be delicious almost no matter what you do.
Ham and Cheddar Quiche
1 prepared uncooked pie crust, room temperature
8 oz. deli-sliced ham, chopped
6 oz. (11/2 c.) grated cheddar cheese
8 eggs
1/3 c. milk
1 t. dried thyme
1/2 t. fennel seed
1/2 t. kosher salt
1/4 t. ground black pepper
Heat the oven to 425°. Coat an 11-inch tart pan with removable bottom with cooking spray. Alternatively, use a 9-inch deep dish pie pan. Set the pan on a baking sheet.
Unroll the pie crust and set it into the prepared pan. Gently push the crust into the corners and up the edges of the pan, crimping and trimming as needed.
Scatter the ham and cheese evenly over the crust.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, thyme, fennel, salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the ham and cheese. Bake for 30 minutes, or until puffed and set at the center and lightly browned at the edges. Cool slightly or completely before slicing and serving. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information per serving: 360 calories; 210 calories from fat (58 percent of total calories); 24 g fat (8 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 220 mg cholesterol; 18 g carbohydrate; 0 g fiber; 2 g sugar; 18 g protein; 840 mg sodium.


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Honors: 2010 - Named the most improved running back following spring drills ... 2009 - Voted to the Honorable Mention All-SBC Freshman Team by the league's beat writers.
2011: Played in eight games and had six starts … Earned 10 winning grades from the coaches … Was second on the team in rushing with 501 yards and four touchdowns while leading all backs with 17 receptions for 187 yards and a score … Had seven plays of 20 yards or more … Led team with 65 yards rushing on 14 carries and scored a touchdown at Purdue … Also added a career-best four catches while forcing a fumble on the punt team … Led the Blue Raiders with 80 yards rushing on 15 attempts and one touchdown against GT … Topped the 100-yard mark for the first time in his career with 117 yards on 19 carries against Troy, while also adding a 37-yard touchdown reception … Had six carries for 25 yards and three catches for 34 yards in the first half against Memphis before suffering a foot injury … Did not play against WKU, FAU, UL or Tennessee … Returned against ULM and led team with 53 rushing yards to go with three receptions … Led Raiders with 65 yards rushing and three receptions against FIU … Paced team at North Texas with 80 yards rushing on 15 attempts.
2010: Played in all 13 games and earned two starts ... Was second among backs with 478 snaps played ... Led the team with 23 winning grades from the coaches ... Was fourth on the team with 355 rushing yards on 78 attempts to go with four touchdowns ... Also had 16 receptions for 96 yards and returned 14 kickoffs for 364 yards (26.0) ... Led the team in special teams tackles with 11 ... Had seven carries for 31 yards against Minnesota ... Turned in a career-best 86 yards on a personal-high 14 carries to go with a touchdown in win over APSU, while also serving as a game captain ... Collected three receptions against Troy ... Rushed seven times for 49 yards against ULM for a 7.0 average ... Had 40 yards rushing on 11 attempts and a touchdown at ASU ... Voted a game captain at ASU ... Led the Blue Raiders with 59 yards rushing at WKU and scored the game-winning touchdown on a 6-yard run ... Had a 2-yard touchdown run and two receptions in win over FIU.
2009: Saw action in 11 games and had 169 snaps with a season-high 32 snaps at Troy ... Had six winning grades from the coaching staff ... Was third on the team with 173 yards rushing on 46 attempts and two touchdowns ... Rushed four times for eight yards in his first collegiate game against Memphis ... Had eight carries for 58 yards to go with two receptions for 56 yards and a touchdown at North Texas ... Scoring reception was a 50 yarder ... Had three carries for 12 yards in win over WKU ... Rushed eight times for 59 yards, including a 42-yard touchdown run against FIU ... Recorded a 20-yard reception against ASU ... Rushed for 11 yards and a touchdown in New Orleans Bowl win over Southern Miss.
High School: Named the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Class 2A Back for 2008 football season ... Named TSWA All-State and the Region Player of the Year ... Voted to the All-Southern Football Team by the Orlando Sentinel ... Selected to Tennessee East-West All-Star Game ... A two-star recruit by Rivals.com ... Rushed for a school record 1,744 yards and 2,357 all purpose yards to go along with 29 touchdowns during his senior campaign ... Also added 119 tackles on defense to with an interception and four pass breakups ... Led Goodpasture to the State semifinals with a 35-21 win over CPA by rushing for 231 yards and three touchdowns ... As a junior he rushed for 721 yards and 16 touchdowns while collecting 62 tackles and an interception ... Owns the school record in single-season rushing yards (1,744), career touchdowns (60), touchdowns in a game (five), touchdowns in a season (29), and all-purpose yards in a season (2,357) and career (4,611) ... Also lettered in basketball and track ... Played for Coach David Martin ... Runs a 4.39 40.
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To celebrate National Chamber Music Month, Brightmusic Society of Oklahoma presents an ambitious four-concert Bach and Brahms Festival, with a different program each night. Concerts are scheduled for 7:30 Saturday, 4:00 p.m. Sunday, and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and May 31, all at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, 127 N.W. Seventh. Admission is $10, or $30 for a festival pass. Visit brightmusic.org.
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The expected showdown between Exergy US Gran Prix of Cyclocross leader Katerina Nash (Luna) and Katie Compton (Rabobank Giant) just didn't happen instead Compton did was she does best, go to the front and power away. Another solo win, another C1, for the US National Champion Compton at day one of the Derby City Cup […]


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The family of Amina Bowman, the girl who was shot in a Bremerton elementary school classroom in February, is suing the family of the boy who brought the gun to school for $10 million.
Amina, 9, was in a classroom at Armin Jahr Elementary on Feb. 22 when she was hit by a bullet. Police said the .45 caliber handgun was in a classmate's backpack and it went off on its own. Amina was critically injured, but survived after numerous surgeries and she went home in April.
The Bowman Family's attorney said the boy's home had an "arsenal of weapons." At least four loaded guns were allegedly found around the house, with ammunition that included hollow point bullets.
"When you have kids in the house, you should keep things away from them, much like we do poison," said John Bowman, Amina's father.
The attorney also said the school district should have known the boy was a potential threat. The boy allegedly had been bullied by other students, who were since suspended. Other students allegedly knew the boy had talked about bringing a gun to school, but didn't say anything to teachers. The family contends the district should have put processes in place that would have encouraged students to report what they knew.
"When you have children acting out, you need to connect with those children and see just how deeply troubled they are," said Jeff Campiche, Bowman family attorney.
Amina's mother, Terri Bowman, said her daughter has her good and bad days, and that the Fourth of July was hard for her because she's now afraid of loud noises.
"It's hard to see her not be normal anymore," said Terri.
Amina will attend a private Catholic school this fall.
"She loves school, but she isn't excited about wearing a skirt," said Terri.
Jamie Lee Chaffin, the boy's mother, pleaded guilty to two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm. Chaffin, a convicted felon, was prohibited from owning a firearm. Prosecutors are recommending 14 months in prison for each count.
Chaffin was also charged with third-degree felony assault, but that charge was dropped in a plea deal. In return, she is expected to testify against her boyfriend, Douglas Bauer. Had she been convicted on the assault charge, Chaffin could have faced five years in prison.
Bauer was charged with third-degree assault and unlawful firearms possession, but the judge threw out the firearm charge. His trial is still pending.


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Mauro Gomez will have a chance to become the third Buffalo Bison to be crowned Triple-A All-Star Home Run Derby Champion.
The Herd's designated hitter was one of three players from the International League selected to compete against three Pacific Coast League sluggers in the All-Star Home Run Derby on July 15 in Reno, Nevada.
Gomez has 24 home runs on the season for the third most in all of minor league baseball. He has posted five multi-home run games this season, tied for the modern era Buffalo Bisons record.
Last year, Valentino Pascucci belted out 22 home runs in the All-Star derby at Coca-Cola Field to win the title. In 2006 it was Andy Marte who took the title with 26 homers at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, Ohio.
Also on the IL home run derby team are Chris Colabello (Rochester) and Ernesto Mejia (Gwinnett).
Representing the PCL will be Matt Davidson (Reno), Johnny Monell (Fresno) and Brock Peterson (Memphis).
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- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in apples, brown sugar, corn syrup, cinnamon and pecans. When bubbling, reduce heat to low. Simmer until apples are soft, and syrup has thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Wonderful topping over anything. Last night, I prepared a box (white)cake mix, poured the prepared gooey syrup in the middle and baked according to the box directions. I did have to bake a few minutes longer, but it turned out like an apple cinnamon coffee cake. Very Yummy! I've also poured it over cheesecake. What an easy way to spruce up box mixes if you're in a hurry. I used granny smith apples and walnuts, as that was what I had on hand. Thanks.
Oh, so yummy! I served this over french toast for breakfast this morning. I used chopped walnuts in place of pecans and only used one apple. For some reason the apples I bought a few days ago smell like onions, and I didn't want to ruin this so I cut it down to one. I only had to simmer this about 4 minutes and it was done. Also, I didn't toast my walnuts, just pulled them out of the freezer and dumped a handfull in the skillet. I also added about a 1/4 cup of heavy cream to thin it out a bit since it was pretty thick. This is very similar to a crepe filling I've used from this site. Would also go great over vanilla ice cream or cinnamon rolls. Thanks Ian.
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I cut this recipe by half. I actually used Granny Smith apples (for a little tartness) and I added a half teaspoon of nutmeg. I served this over Extra Yummy Fluffy Pancakes, which are also on this site. The kids and I thought it was great, though I thought it was quite a bit sweet. I don't know what purpose the corn syrup adds to this recipe, other than a thickening agent. Next time, I might cut it out entirely and see if I don't get the same result, then update my review.
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Amount Per Serving (6 total)
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- 379 cal
- 19%
- Fat
- 17.5 g
- 27%
- Carbs
- 59.2 g
- 19%
- Protein
- 1.5 g
- 3%
- Cholesterol
- 23 mg
- 8%
- Sodium
- 19 mg
- < 1%
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809 Westchester Avenue Bronx, NY 10455
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The Osborne Association has provided a broad range of treatment, educational, vocational, advocacy and family services for people affected by incarceration, including formerly incarcerated men and women, and their children and family members. Osborne is committed to serving currently and formerly incarcerated people who are at risk for, or living with, HIV/AIDS/HCV.
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Gabriel Ramirez
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The primary objective of the project is the successful reintegration of formerly-incarcerated individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and to a lesser extent with HCV and other chronic health challenges. The secondary goal is to enhance and improve the systems by which integrated community-based health, social, and support services for reentry populations are delivered through collaborative relationships. The management of HIV/AIDS/HCV is often overwhelming to individuals involved in the criminal justice system, and these individuals face challenges when reentering society. There is a lack of programs both in prisons and in the community to educate and serve reentering individuals who are at risk for, or coping with, HIV/AIDS/HCV. This project will target men incarcerated in New York's largest reentry prison, the Queensboro Correctional Facility, who are returning to neighborhoods in NYC within 30 to 45 days. They plan to implement the following strategies/practices or interventions: provide family-focused reentry services (beginning while incarcerated and continuing after release) for men returning from Queensboro, provide HIV prevention information, offer comprehensive, year-long, transition planning and case management that includes both high quality medical care, as well as other reentry needs for housing, employment, behavioral/mental health treatment and family support. Specifically, Osborne will provide outreach to approximately 350-400 individuals at Queensboro per year, conduct a campaign to increase the number of HIV tests conducted in Queensboro to 400 individuals and enroll 75 individuals in pre-release discharge planning and post-release case management services. Osborne hopes to address individual-level factors that contribute to health disparities within racial/ethnic minority populations. They subsequently expect the following outcomes:
- Increased prevention knowledge on certain diseases,
- To provide services related to case management that will increase compliance with medical appointments and treatments,
- To offer stable housing,
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- To facilitate the participants' engagement in vocational or educational services.
The primary performance measure is a questionnaire that will assess knowledge, behavior modification, certain perceptions, among other things. In addition, a questionnaire called the Global Assessment of Functioning will determine an individual's social, occupational, and psychological functioning. Also, Discharge Plans will serve as individual measures for monitoring each participant's progress toward better health practices and healthcare access. The Osborne Association will conduct an outcome evaluation through the use of the previous described tools, as well as other client-specific data and outcome data.
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Upgrades Scheduled for Bugaboos, Gothics and Valemount Lodges
Banff, Alberta (PRWEB) June 28, 2014
CMH Heli-Skiing revealed today that several of its iconic backcountry properties will undergo significant renovations this summer with upgrades to be ceremoniously unveiled this winter when the organization celebrates its golden anniversary.
In 2015, CMH will celebrate its 50th anniversary and its legacy as the pioneer of Heli-Skiing, said Joe Flannery, President of CMH. Its a natural time for reflection and nostalgia but it is also a milestone that beckons us to look forward. Its as important to us that we remain responsive to the desires of the modern guest as it is to maintain the traditions of rustic comfort that our loyal, returning guests love.
Fortunately for CMH, the worlds largest Heli-Skiing operator with 11 properties dispersed throughout more than three million acres of British Columbias best powder skiing terrain, the capacity to innovate, renovate and re-create accommodations that appeal to just about every possible taste is as deep as the snow in which they operate.
Refurbishments will take place at three CMH properties - Bugaboos, Gothics and Valemount - and all will be spearheaded by Portland-based design firm Skylab Architecture, a company dedicated to bridging the long and hallowed history of CMH with the next generation of discerning ski traveler.
We strive to design environments that create lasting effects on the natural and built worlds, said Jeff Kovel, AIA, Principal of Skylab Architecture. CMH properties are based amidst some of the most magnificent surroundings on earth and we look forward to designing areas that are sympathetic to those amazing environments, as well as functional and aesthetically pleasing for their guests.
The Bugaboo Lodge was the first backcountry lodge built exclusively to service Heli-Skiers by CMH in 1968. The flagship property has since seen several updates over the years, including a significant expansion in 2003, but will now undergo more extensive renovations including a relocation of the main bar, a new wine cellar and upgrades to the common areas.
Following the refurbishments of its lounge and dining areas in 2013, the Gothics Lodge will see its rooms renovated in the coming months to match the more contemporary look of the new areas. CMH Valemount, the exclusive lodge catering to small private groups and notable as the property rated by SKI Magazine as one of the worlds five most luxe ski lodges, will also receive upgrades to its common areas and spa.
CMH Heli-Skiing operates from December to April and with prices increasing on July 1, 2014, this is the best time to lock in the best price. Bookings for all CMH properties can be made by calling 1-800-661-0252 or by contacting the global sales representative or agent in your region.
Offering heli-adventures since 1965, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures is the worlds first and largest Heli-Skiing and Heli-Hiking operator. From their head office in Banff, Alberta, CMH operates exceptional mountain experiences based from 11 lodges located in the Bugaboo, Purcell, Selkirk, Monashee and Cariboo ranges of British Columbia, Canada. Heli-skiing takes place each year from December through April, and CMH Summer Adventures take place from July to mid-September.
Skylab Architecture is a design studio practicing contemporary architecture, interiors and branded design. They are a team of professionals researching and developing unique and original environments. The firms work spans the industries of hospitality, retail branded environments, residential and commercial. Award-winning work includes the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineering Building, the Nike Camp Victory, The W Seattle, and best of year recognition for two commercial projects: the Flavor Paper Headquarters in Brooklyn, and the North office in Portland. http://www.skylabarchitecture.com
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Spree of Violence Ends With Murder Charges
Tyrell Brown, who the police said drove a stolen Hummer at officers trying to stop him at the Verrazano, was charged with murder in two Staten Island killings.
July 11, 2014, Friday
Staten Island Carjacking Suspect Is Questioned in 2 Killings
Tyrell Brown, 25, arrested on charges of carjacking a Hummer then trying to ram it into police officers near the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, is being questioned about two killings over the weekend.
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The police said Nicole Kelly told detectives that on Sunday she placed her 11-month-old baby in bed and suffocated him because she no longer wanted him.
July 9, 2014, Wednesday
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New York detectives accused Frankea Dabbs, 20, of North Carolina of leaving her 11-month-old daughter at the Columbus Circle station on Monday.
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The locations, known as Collyers' mansions after the two brothers who died in their overstuffed home in 1947, present such dangers to firefighters that the Fire Department tries to keep track of them.
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Known for Rescues, a Firefighter Dies in a Brooklyn Blaze
Lt. Gordon Matthew Ambelas, who became trapped during a search for residents during the fire Saturday, was the first New York City firefighter to die in the line of duty in more than two years, the authorities said.
July 7, 2014, Monday
Bratton Putting Desk Officers on Streets to Fight New York's Summer Crime
The temporary program announced by the police commissioner, William J. Bratton, will last 90 days and draw on as many as 400 uniformed officers and detectives in office jobs.
July 3, 2014, Thursday
Woman Chasing Her Dog Is Killed by Garbage Truck
Jacqueline Haeflinger was walking her Boston terrier, Violet, in Chelsea when the dog broke loose from her, the police said.
July 3, 2014, Thursday
Job Seeker Wounds 2 Then Kills Himself at Brooklyn Workshop, Police Say
Whatever transpired between the man, Cameron Waithe, 54, and the management of C&A Iron Works, erupted into violence shortly after 11 a.m., the police said.
July 1, 2014, Tuesday
Police Accuse Queens Man of Strangling His Son, 8
The police said Boujeke Kenmoe, who was charged with second-degree murder, had also tried to kill himself.
July 1, 2014, Tuesday
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Video posted online Monday appears to show a large blast that was said to have killed 60 government soldiers near Aleppo.
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I guess The Last Exorcism wasn't really the last. A sequel to the Eli Roth-produced fright flick is on its way to theaters next year. Roth returns as producer, and star Ashley Bell reprises her role as Nell Sweetzer. Directing this outing is Ed Gass-Donnelly (Small Town Murder Songs.)
Official synopsis: Continuing where the first film left off, Nell Sweetzer (Ashley Bell) is found alone and terrified in the woods. Back in the relative safety of civilization, Nell realizes that she can't remember entire portions of the previous months only that she is the last surviving member of her family. Just as Nell begins the difficult process of starting a new life, the evil force that once possessed her is back with other, unimaginably horrific plans that mean herlast exorcism was just the beginning.
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