Friday, August 31, 2007

Beaufort NC Real Estate

My neighbor just moved to North Carolina as she wanted to be nearer the Atlantic Ocean and she had heard the climate was lots better than it is here. I can't say that I blame her. But what a job it is to sell your house and try and find another where you are going. But she got online and found beaufort nc real estate and all her problems were solved right there.She found their staff of real estate brokers and sales associates were the most experienced and they came through with all kinds of information and help for her. She sold her house and bought the one she wanted and she is very happy there thanks to their expertise.

Blog Advertising

I am so glad to be a part of Payu2Blog. I do so much enjoy blogging for you about Blog Advertising. It is very important to the advertisers to get the word out to the world about their products. I often find so many times that I, myself, find a new product that I didn't know existed or a new website that is very interesting to me. Shopping has become even more fun on the internet due to blogging about various products, services, and people. Thank you Payu2Blog. I really appreciate your confidence in me.

Raleigh Personal Injuries

If you have been in an accident and suffered a personal injury and have not been satisfied with the way your case was handled, then you should contact a Raleigh personal injury lawyer. At this website you will find someone who cares. Their lawyers have a dedication and passion to fight for your rights. They have even developed a "Client Bill of Rights" and they take a very personal interest in each case. So no matter whether it was though an accident or negligence that you were injured, get on this website and look them up. They will fight for your rights.

Leona Helmsley, the Queen of Mean Dies

Leona Helmsley's dog will continue to live an opulent life, and then be buried alongside her in a mausoleum. But two of Helmsley's grandchildren got nothing from the late luxury hotelier and real estate billionaire's estate. Helmsley left her beloved white Maltese, named Trouble, a $12 million trust fund, according to her will, which was made public in surrogate court. She also left millions for her brother and two of four grandchildren from her late son Jay Panzirer. If those two grandchildren don't visit their father's grave site at least once a year, she wrote, they will lose half of the $10 million she left for each of them. Helmsley left nothing to two of Jay Panzirer's other children for reasons that are known to them, she wrote.

Tours in Harlem

I bet you have never even thought about taking a tour of Harlem. I know I haven't. I didn't think of all the businesses that are located there and all the great shopping. There are so many ethnic foods to try and Africa artifacts to see. This online website Tours in Harlem invites you to go on tour with them to this area and will delight you with day tours of your choosing. They list quite a number of specific tours and will also design one to your own liking if none of these seems to be quite what you are looking for. They are less expensive and more organized because they live there, unlike outside tours. Because of this they can take you into places you might never see on another tour. You will want to be sure to take in a Soul Food and Jazz tour as Harlem is the heart of jazz. And there are so many beautiful architectural sites to see that can only be reached by a local tour company such as this one. Look into their site for lots more information.

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Iraq Fails to Meet Key Targets

Iraq has managed to reach only three out of 18 progress benchmarks set by the US, a draft of a key report seen by the Washington Post newspaper says. They reported findings of the Government Accountability Office, a Congressional watchdog, contrast with a White House study saying eight goals have been met. The targets were established to monitor Iraq's military and political progress.

Taleban Frees all Korean Hostages

The last seven South Korean hostages held by the Taleban in Afghanistan have been handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross. They were released in two groups, within the space of a few hours, late on Thursday. On Wednesday, 12 of their fellow Christian charity workers were released after a six week ordeal. The Taleban seized the group of 23 last month as they traveled by bus on the main Kandahar to Kabul highway.

Permanent Eye Makeup

If you are a woman, the first thing you grab in the morning is your makeup. Heaven forbid that anyone should see you without it. I had an aunt once that I didn't even recognize without her makeup. What she needed was this great company at this online website Permanent eye makeup to put on permanent makeup for her and she wouldn't have had to worry about beating everyone else to the bathroom. They do beautiful eyebrows and draw up several ideas so that you can choose the one you like best. They can make your eyelashes look fuller and longer. Eye liners are no longer a problem when it is permanent and would you believe it - you can even have your lipstick put on permanently. That would be my favorite as I seem to be re-applying it all day and evening. Check into their website and look through the before and after pictures. They give you a great idea of just what they do and they are experienced, sanitary and this can last one to five years.

Thursday, August 30, 2007

Richard Jewell Dies

Richard Jewell, the man who was erroneously linked to the l996 Olympic bombing has died. He lived for more than decade with the shame caused by being wrongly linked to the bombing. He had diabetes, kidney problems and was on dialysis for several days recently and was found dead in his west Georgia home. He was 44. An autopsy was scheduled but the County Coroner said no foul play was suspected. The Jewell episode led a soul-searching among news organizations about the use of unattributed or anonymously sourced information. His very name became shorthand for the person accused of wrongdoing in the media based on scanty information.

Teamsters Will Ask Court to Block Trucks

The Teamsters Union said Wednesday, it will ask a federal appeals court to block the Bush administration's plan to allow Mexican trucks to carry cargo anywhere in the United States. The union said it had been told by officials in the Transportation Department's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that the first Mexican trucks will be coming across the border September 1.

Sadr Freezes Militia Activities

Radical Iraqi Shia cleric, Moqtada Sadr, says he is freezing the activities of his Mehdi Army militia for up to six months in order to re-organize it. He has also called on all its offices to co-operate with the security forces and exercise self-control. Analysts see the move as an attempt by him to regain control over his increasingly divided militia. The order was read out at a news conference in Karbala, where fighting on Tuesday killed more than 50 people. Police blamed the Mehdi Army for the violence, but it denied involvement.

Sea World Tickets

If you are planning to go to Orlando then it would be a good idea to check into this online website SeaWorld Tickets before you go. In this way you can save yourself a lot of hassle and time and money and get your trip all organized before you leave. They are the ultimate source of discount tickets for all the fun things to do in Orlando. Not only does Disney have four theme parks, but they have water parks too and this site has discount tickets for them all. Not only that but they have discount tickets to the fun nightlife places such as the dinner show at Arabian Nights, but that is only one of many. Kennedy Space Center is a place you don't want to miss and Universal Studios but Sea World is one of my favorites. I can watch this show over and over and never tire of seeing it. We always went when we lived in California. So if you are planning this trip, get with this website and arrange a fabulous vacation at discounted prices. Everyone wants to save money, don't they?

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UN Warns of Armed Darfur Camps

The UN's emergency relief co-ordinator, John Holmes, has described the refugee camps in Darfur as militarized. Mr. Holmes told the press that some of the 1.2 million refugees are impatient, politicized and armed. He said having thousands of disaffected men cooped up in camps in which weapons were available, was dangerous.

Smuggled People's Boat Traced

Almost 60 people suspected of being trafficked off the Libyan coast have been rescued after being abandoned without supplies in a leaking boat. Coastguards in Falmouth coordinated a rescue operation after an Ethiopian in the UK took a call from the inflatable boat from his half-brother on board. The Italian authorities sent an aircraft which spotted the boat. Coastguards said the boat was taken to a Sicilian island but could not confirm the condition of the 59 passengers.

Sweat Suits

Would you like to get a really good sweat suit? Then this is the online website Sweat Suits for you. They have a good selection of colors and promise for $2.95 ground shipping they can have them to you in one or two days. They are great looking suits and that isn't all they have. They also have sauna suits and workout shorts. Want to lose weight around your waist or thighs? They have women's slimming belts that will do that for you. There is even a slimming belt with hot and cold therapy. That would work for me as I get so warm exercising. They also have a good selection of shorts too. The ultimate sauna suit looks like real cloth if you would prefer that. They have such a great collection that you need to look into their website to get the full impact and check out the prices. They are incredible values on sale too.

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EU Will Retain Light Bulb Tariff

The European Commission has decided to retain import tariffs on Chinese made energy efficient light bulbs for up to another 12 months. The decision was made even though only one of Europe's four energy efficient light bulb producers, Germany's Osram, had called for more time to adjust. The tariffs, introduced to stop cheap Chinese imports entering Europe, can add up to 66% to the price of bulbs. The tariff extension will require the majority backing by EU member states. They now have a month to decide.

Palestinian Children Die in Blast

Three Palestinian children have been killed after an Israeli tank shell hit northern Gaza. Israel's military confirmed it launched an attack, saying it had targeted people setting up a rocket launcher. Doctors said two boys aged 10 and 12 died of shrapnel wounds. A 12 year old girl, who was critically injured in the blast, died also in the hospital. The Israeli army expressed sorrow for the deaths of the children, but said it held militant groups responsible.

Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Miami Heat Tickets

When we want to go to a good ballgame, we want to go now, not be put off by them telling us they are all sold out. This seems to happen all the time and being big basketball fans, we planned on seeing "The Heat" play and do you think we could get tickets? No! They are all sold out again! Well, we got tired of hearing that so we got on the internet and started a search and found this great online website Miami Heat tickets that could provide us with the much coveted tickets to the games we wanted to see. Not only that but they could get us tickets to other ballgames such as the NFL and NHL that we wanted during those seasons. I was so happy to learn that wasn't all they furnish for you. That they have a great deal of other tickets to concerts and other theater events too. How great is that? So if you are hearing "sold out" get online and see this company for your tickets.

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Jordanian Prison Head Dismissed

Jordanian authorities have sacked the head of a prison where inmates deliberately injured themselves during a recent visit by Human Rights Watch. More than 100 inmates hurt themselves with ceramic tiles in Sunday's protest. A police spokesman said Majid Rawashda, director of the Swaqa Correctional and Rehabilitation Center had violated its code on the treatment of prisoners.

Orchids Date To Time of the Dinosaurs

Can you believe it? They say ancient orchid pollen found attached to a bee trapped in amber suggests the "supermodels of the plant world" were blooming at the time of the dinosaurs. The discovery indicates that orchids arose between 76 and 84 million years ago, making them far older than experts had previously thought. Experts used the fossil pollen grains to estimate the ages of major branches of orchids living today.

Beautiful Day

It is a gorgeous day today. The sun is shining. The rain is past. We got 3/4" of rain and all the flowers are watered again. The lawn is mowed and sure looks nice. I went out and watered my flowering pots and they are really starting to bloom and look so nice. I got to the store after 7 this morning and got our Pepsi caffeine free pop on sale. That was a good deal too.

Coke Zero

Hey, want to have some fun? You know you love to play around and make home movies and now is your chance to compete with your friends because Coke zero is ready to compare your movies and see which one is best. Their new campaign "Life is as it should be" is the theme for your movie. Make your movie using your own words and you can use clips Coke has collected. Then send your movie to your friends. We'll see who can make the best one. And remember Coke has real taste and zero sugar.



Tuesday, August 28, 2007

Thailand Sets Date for Election

Thailand has set a date for the first general election following last year's coup that ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra from power. The electoral commission said the election would be held on December 23. Thailand's military-installed government had promised elections by the end of the year after it won approval for a new constitution. Nearly 58% backed the new draft in a referendum earlier this month, though many pro-Thaksin areas rejected it.

Murder Case by Pig Farmer

Defense lawyers for alleged serial killer Robert Pickton are due to begin calling witnesses, seven months after his trial began in Vancouver, Canada. Mr. Pickton is accused of murdering 26 women but is initially being tried for six murders. He has pleaded not guilty. The prosecution wrapped up its case this month after calling 98 witnesses.

Beauty Schools

A friend of mine has just gone into beauty school in a neighboring town. I found out that it turns out very qualified operators and that they are well-trained under the supervision of experienced supervisors. This school turned out to be one of the many popping up around the country and you can check them out on the internet beauty schools as fine beauty schools. She is very pleased with her school and I know that you can go there and have your hair done as well as many other salon services and often save money doing so. If you are interested in applying and attending a fine beauty school, please look into their online website and I am sure you will agree that you can't go wrong attending one of their fine schools. You will probably find one right in your area. They are in 9 states now and they are here in our state.
There are 2 very fine salons in the nearby city.

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Sudan Kicks Out Aid Agenc Chief

The director of international aid agency Care in Sudan, Paul Barker, says he has been expelled from the country. Mr. Barker says he was not given a specific reason, but was told the decision had been taken at the highest level of national security. He said his agency had faced problems with the government since an internal mail about the future of Darfur was leaked to the Sudanese media.

Prime Minister Rules Out Iraq Exit Timetable

Gordon Brown has ruled out setting a timetable for the withdrawal of British troops from Iraq, saying they still have an important job to do. The prime minister said in a letter to Liberal Democrat leader Sir Menzies Campbell, the military still had clear obligations to discharge. He insisted setting a timetable would undermine those efforts. Sir Menzies said Mr. Brown was ignoring the reality in Iraq and should accept that UK efforts there had failed.

Video Stock

This company video stock has come up with a great unique plan to help out all cinematographers get hold of extra video film clips that others aren't using and don't need. They have set up a company that accepts these extra video clips and arranges them for sale to others who do need them. It is a great way to help them out and also make money for the original cinematographers that took the film clips. It so happens, when a cinematographer is out on a job that they take much more footage than is actually used eventually. And it begins to pile up, while there are others who are in need of such footage. By selling this footage for them, the cinematatographer who originally took the film, can make 50% of the net revenue and get paid monthly. They focus exclusively on High Definition and there are a great many producers who want this rather than the standard definition which may be inadequate for them. Everyone wins in this situation. If you are in the market for some film clips, check them out.

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Diseases Have Changed

In the 19th century, scientists discovered a range of agents causing ancient scourges such as anthrax, staph, TB and tetanus. In the l970's and 80s, it wasn't pathogens experts were discovering but new syndromes: children getting sick with rashes and fever in the suburban areas of the Americas, people suffering from liver and renal disease after consuming undercooked meat. One of the changes affecting human health was increasingly intensive poultry farming, which ma account for the global spread of bird flu. It should not come as a surprise that we are seeing more and more disease outbreaks coming from the animal sector. The majority of the 39 new diseases have come from animals, including Ebola, SARS, and bird flu.

Unprecended Number Of New Diseases

According to the U>S> Health Agency , there are an unprecedented number of new diseases emerging such as AIDS< and 38 other pathogens that were unknown a generation ago. The believe that a ballooning world population, intensive farming practices and changes in sexual behavior have provided a breeding ground for this alarming increase in diseases. Dr. Mike Ryan of the World Health Organization said we have seen a shift in trend that reflects a transition of human civilization.The relationship to the animal kingdom, our travel, our social, sexual and other behaviors have changed the nature of our relationship with the microbial world and the result of that is the emergence of new pathogens and the spread of those pathogens around the world.

NOD32

When you want security for your important programs in your computer, you want the best. I have discovered the best online website NOD32 that can provide you with very secure protection. They have put a lot into their research and testing in order to come up with the best there is to offer today. They excel at various types of security protection, not your average run of the mill virus protection. I run mine every day and still wonder if I am secure in all I am doing on my computer. With their Security Solutions, I no longer have to worry and they have outstanding customer support that is really a big help to me. It doesn't matter to them either whether it is us little guys or small and mid-sized businesses. The are prepared to serve you with real security for your computer. Contact them now and see for yourself.

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Actor Dennis Weaver Honored

Most of us remember Dennis Weaver from "Gunsmoke" or his "McCloud" series. A new park that features fly-fishing, scenic trails and a huge bronze eagle was dedicated Saturday to the late actor, Dennis Weaver on 60 acres of land his wife donated to the town. He had moved to Ridgway in l988, building a home made up of recycled tires and cans on 175 acres along the Uncompahgre River. The centerpiece of the park opened in his name is a 2800 pound bronze eagle with a 21 ft. wingspan. The eagle is a sign of power. Weaver, died last year at the age of 81.

Monday, August 27, 2007

Soldiers Die in Uganda Road Crash

More than 70 people including 57 soldiers, have died when a truck overturned in east Uganda's mountains. The army says the soldiers and their families were being moved from the border with Kenya to their base when their truck hit a concrete barrier. The accident is one of Uganda's worst in recent history. There are 31 seriously injured soldiers now in nearby hospitals. One local official says the truck's brakes may have failed on an incline.

It's a Great Day!

It's a beautiful day today. The sun is shining and the rain has stopped for 2 days now. My hanging pots of flowers are all getting ready to bloom now. The lawn has really grown and my husband is out mowing it early before it gets way to hot. We got a new hummingbird feeder and someone told us in the store that they had bought one and the orioles come and drink out of it. Well, they were right. We saw the most beautiful oriole yesterday morning and night coming to drink and he stays for a long time. I called the next door neighbor so she could look out the window and see it as we have never had one this close up before. A pair of hummingbirds fed all day too the last couple of days so we are sure happy we bought this particular one because it has little perches inbetween the flowers where the birds drink and they can sit and drink or sit and rest. It is fun to see a hummingbird sitting because you would never guess that they ever stop.

Florida Villa

Boy, what I wouldn't give to be able to go to Florida and stay in one of those beautiful villas. I was sure I couldn't begin to afford it until my friend told me to get on the internet and look around. Sure enough, I found this wonderful website Florida Villa that has been in business since 1947 and in 1986 they set up an office in Florida. So I figured that they have to be experts in lodging anywhere in Florida and I was right. This is one stop shopping for a vacation place and especially for the UK visitor. The reason it is so good for the UK visitor is that before, they had to take whatever their agent reserved for them. Now they can go online and see what they are getting and reserve a specific place. Most UK visitors have no idea how cheap it is to rent a villa. It could cost them as little as $10 a night to go through this company. How can you beat a deal like that? You can't!

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Saturday, August 25, 2007

WHO Warns of Global Epidemic Risk

Infectious diseases are spreading faster than ever before, the World Health Organization annual report says. With about 2.1 billion airline passengers flying each year, there is a high risk of another major epidemic such as Aids, Sars or Ebola fever. The WHO urges increased efforts to combat disease outbreaks, and sharing of virus data to help develop vaccines. Without this, it says, there could be devastating impacts on the global economy and international security.

It's Been a Great Day

It has been a great day for me to get some work done around the house. I vacuumed and cleaned the stairway carpet outside and vacuumed the inside of the car. It really needed it, bad. Then I cleaned the bathrooms and swifter dusted all the floors. I made a good lunch and a great pork chop supper with mashed potatoes and gravy and vegetables. We had fresh sliced tomatoes that the neighbor brought over. They are so good this time of the year. I also went out and filled up the finch feeder as the goldfinch are returning again. We haven't seen many for a couple of weeks. They are so beautiful and have such a pretty song. It's fun to feel like you have accomplished something for a change after working hard all week on the job.

Eye Surgeries

I know it amazing how they can operate on eyes now and fix them so you don't need glasses anymore. It is a little scary though as some people have ended up with blurred vision for life. Now my husband is going to undergo cataract surgery on both eyes. One will be just 5 days before his birthday and then they will wait 2-3 weeks to be sure his eye is properly healed before they do the other one. They showed us the tiny little new lense the will put in his eye. It is amazing how small it is. They make the tiniest little slit in the eye and vacuum out the cararact and take out the old lense and put in the new one. You end up with 20-20 vision but they recommend some sort of glasses, probably for reading. You have to be there 3 hours ahead of time, it takes 20 minutes for the surgery and wait an hour after before going home. Kind of a long time but well worth it. Right now he is restricted so that he can't drive at night until his eyes are fixed and this has been very upsetting and traumatic for him. It makes us both understand how older people feel when the take away their license and car keys.

Dead Sea Salt

When we went to Israel, we were shown all the wonderful beauty products that are made from the minerals in the dead sea. There are no beauty products made that are as fine as those made from the dead sea salt. These products are natural care solutions for acne, psoriasis, wrinkles and more. This website dead sea salt has a huge array of wonderful skin scrubs that contain 26 minerals essential to skin health and proper moisture balance..

Orleans Hotel Las Vegas

The Orleans hotel is located just two miles west of the Las Vegas strip. They gave free shuttle service to the center of the strip, to the Gold Coast. It has 1800 beautiful deluxe suites for your comfort and convenience. You can have your choice of a King size bed or two Queen size. And there is no end to the list of amenities there. I would love a room facing the beautiful mountains surrounding Las Vegas because I am sure I will get to see plenty of the Las Vegas strip. It is beautiful at night. To make a reservation, just go online to Orleans hotel Las Vegas and make your choice. They have great photos to look at too.

Progesterone

As we women age, our bodies change a lot it seems. We are always using various makeup and creams to cover wrinkles and enhance our good looks. But no matter how hard we try, it doesn't always work out the way we think it will. In looking through the internet I ran across this site progesterone. A lot of women know very little about progesterone cream but it has a great many good benefits. It will promote vitality and reduce stress. A very good product for you to look into.

Home Furniture

I have recently set up an office in my spare room and I am in need of some home furniture for my office. I found this great website home furniture that has everything I need. I am going to need a desk, some filing cabinets, a comfortable office chair and a bookcase. I checked into their website and they have everything I need and one of the best parts is that there is free shipping on every item. I don't think I have ever run across such a good deal as that. I am going to get busy and pick out what I need and have it shipped right away. I am so glad I found their website.

Industrial Electonic Repair

There can't be anything much worse than having your electronic equipment break down in your business. This company specializes in power supply repair.They will assign a serviceman to your repair job and follow it up from beginning to end for a satisfactory resolution to your problem. They understand how important it is to keep your business up and running and it is their goal to do just that as quickly as possible. They have a list of OEM manufacturers that you can check out to see what brands and manufacturers they repair.

Friday, August 24, 2007

Curfew in Six Bangladesh Cities

An indefinite curfew is in force in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, and five other cities, to try to stop violent clashes between police and students. At least one person died and 100 others were hurt as riots spread across the country, according to police. The students want an end to emergency rule. The mobile phone network has been shut down and the government has urged calm. The violence poses the most serious challenge to the emergency government since it took power six months ago.

Computer Products

It seems like our computers are always breaking down or some sort of problem. And today, computers are outdated before you get them out of the store, so if you are like I am, you are constantly looking for various computer products and you would like to find a place to get them at reasonable prices so it doesn't break your budget. Well, I checked around and a friend told me about this online website computer products where I found I could locate a convenient and reliable source for all my computer product needs and at competitive prices too. They have grown considerably and now represent over 300 leading manufacturers who sell their products all over the USA. What I like too is that 98 percent of their orders are shipped out the same day. They have 6 warehouses and you can get what you need in one to three business days.

Web Release:


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The website, TechPalooza.com, represents their commitment to providing high quality products and service to their clients at extremely competitive prices.


When compared to shopping at other sites, customers can often find better deals through TechPalooza. As shown on Dealio and through other cost-comparison sites, products like the Acer 24 in DVI Widescreen LCD (AL2416WBSD) are cheaper on TechPalooza, particularly when combined with their recent free shipping promotion. Other sites, such as Amazon and Tiger Direct, charge more than $20 more for the same monitor.


Other product examples show similar savings for the consumer. On the ultra-versatile Canon PIXMA MP830 All-In-One Printer, for example, customers can save more than $8 over Amazon’s price, and on the popular Palm T|X handheld, TechPalooza customers pay almost $19 less than on Amazon.


For more great bargains on electronics and computer supplies, including cameras, peripherals, software, cables, and more from popular manufactures like Acer, Adobe, AMD, Canon, Intel, LaCie, Lexmark, Logitech, Samsung and hundreds of others, check out TechPalooza.com.

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Brazilian Prisoners Die In Blaze

At least 25 prisoners have died in Brazil after fellow inmates set fire to mattresses in a cell, police and local media report. Police said the incident appeared to be a setting of scores between rival gangs in the Ponte Nova jail in the central state of Minas Gerais. Brazil is notorious for its overcrowded prisons and the presence of organized criminal gangs within their walls. There have been several mass prison riots in recent years.

Thursday, August 23, 2007

Tampa Real Estate

When looking for some great Florida property, I invite you to check into this website, Tampa real estate as they have the finest listings available in the Tampa area. Tampa is a beautiful place to live within easy reach of many fine golf courses and the beach. I would love to live there myself when I retire. The weather in Tampa is wonderful and a lovely place to live year round.

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Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Stocks Rebound on Recovery Hopes

US and European stocks have risen, spurred by hopes of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve to help calm recent market volatility. The Dow Jones index closed 1.1% ahead while London's FYSE 100 ended 1.8% up. Hopes of a US rate cut came after a US senator said the Fed would use all available tools to calm credit fears.

Fossils Belong to New Great Ape

Nine fossilized teeth found in Ethiopia are from a previously unknown species of great ape, according to Nature journal reports. The 10 million year old fossils belong to an animal that has been named Coroapithecus abyssinicus by the Ethiopian-Japanese team. This new species could be a direct ancestor of living African great apes, according to the researchers. The finds from the Afar rift, in eastern Ethiopia, raise questions on current theories of human evolution.

Distance Search Yellow Pages

Everything keeps on improving almost daily. Web searches are something we all do almost every day and sometimes many times a day. Now this website distance search yellow pages has combined all the most used internet searches into one. How convenient can that be? They combined Google, eBay, Amazon and many more so that you are able to search much more quickly for what you are looking for. It is a great advancement in internet searching, I think. It's like one-stop shopping, only it is a one-stop internet search for everyone. Consumers are demanding more convenient ways to search the internet and this company has stepped up to the challenge and has done it. They were created by a San Diego based internet marketing company.

China Fear Over "tainted" US Soy

China has accused some United States exporters of supplying tainted soy bean crops. Chinese officials said potentially harmful weeds and contaminated dirt had been found in the beans, but made no mention of any import restrictions. China has recently been the center of concerns about the safety of some of its own exports, including toothpaste, pet food and in the latest case, toys.

US to Shut Anti-Terror Database

The Pentagon has said it will shut down a controversial anti-terror database. US officials said the Talon program would end on September 17, because the amount and quality of information gathered had declined. The database was used to compile information on potential threats to US military facilities and personnel. A Pentagon review found that it had included reports on peaceful protesters and anti-war demonstrations which should have been deleted.

Cheap Disney World Vacation Packages

Orlando, Florida is the place to go to take a great vacation. If you are a golfer they have some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world. And don't forget your bathing suit as those white sand beaches are calling and all of this can be within 40 miles of wherever you are staying. But where shall I stay, you may ask. Well, I have the online website Cheap Disney World Vacation Packages for you. Just get online and they will fix you up with cheap Disney tickets and not only that but cheap hotels too, but nice hotels. They know how to work with you to get the best prices for flights and rental cars too. Need a visitors guide? This is the place for you. They have them and they will show you where to eat out and where the exciting nightlife is in Orlando. What are you waiting for? Let's get going to Orlando.

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CIA Criticizes Ex-chief Over 9/11`

A CIA inquiry has accused the agency's ex-chief, George Tenet, and his aides of failing to prepare for al=Qaeda threats before the 9/11 attacks on the US. The CIA inspector general wrote that the agency and its officers did not discharge their responsibilities in a satisfactory manner. The document was completed in June 2005 and kept classified until now. Its release was ordered by Congress. Mr. Tenet, former CIA director, said the inspector general was flat wrong. But some former CIA employees have told the BBC that the criticisms are justified.

YouTube Introduces Video Advertisements

Video advertising has started on the YouTube website, according to its internet giant owner, Google. Google said it had designed the way the advertisements work on the video-sharing website to be as unobtrusive and undisruptive as possible. The advertisements will begin 15 seconds after a user has started to watch a video, but only on 20% of the screen window. Google said the advertisement would then disappear within 10 seconds if the user had not clicked to watch it.

Simmons Jannace & Stagg

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Google Earth Given Celestial View

The constellations of Andromeda, Hydra and Vulpecula are now just a mouse click away for amateur star-gazers, following the launch of Google Sky. The tool is an add-on to Google Earth, a program that allows users to search a 3D rendition of our planet's surface. Sky will allow astronomers a chance to glide through images of more than one million stars and 200 million galaxies.

FDA Rejecting More Experimental Drugs

Under growing scrutiny since the blockbuster painkiller Vioxx was pulled from the market, the Food and Drug Administration in recent months has rejected a slew of experimental drugs or delayed their approval and required more data. Besides keeping drugs some patients might desperately need off the market, the rejections have battered drug company stock prices and are expected to increase the cost and time it takes to develop a new drug, not to mention the price of developing future ones.

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Executive Charged With Securities Fraud

The former chief financial officer of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. was charged with eight counts of civil securities fraud for allegedly ignoring that the company was improperly accounting for backdated stock option awards. The Securities and Exchange Commission alleged that Michael Byrd, age 45, who served as Brocade's CFO from 1999 to 2001, knew the company should have been incurring compensation expenses for certain option grants to workers but failed to incorporate those charges into the financial reports released to investors. The SEC sued Byrd in U.S. District Court in San Francisco. He is accused of violating various securities laws and defrauding investors by approving faulty financial statements.

Suicide Attack on Afgan US Firm

A suicide bomb attack on a US security firm convoy on the outskirts of the south Afghan city of Kandahar has killed 15 people and injured 20. The bombing, the second suicide attack in Kandahar in as many days, took place on the main road heading west to the troubled province of Helmand. At least six of the dead were civilians including women and children and at least three were security guards. More than 3,700 people have been killed in Afghan violence this year.

Wedding Ideas

Today's weddings aren't just weddings any more, they are productions. It seems like everyone is out to outdo the last one. In order to do that you need to do all you can also, to cut your budget where you can. The first place to start is to go onto the internet and to this online website Wedding Ideas and see all that they can help you with. They have lots of expert advice for you as they have been helping brides and grooms since l997. This is it. The most comprehensive wedding planning site there is. They have inspirational photos and also an online registry system. This helps so much with planning and you have to start about a year in advance so now is the time to get online and find out what they can do for you. I am sure you will be pleased with their expertise in planning the perfect wedding and this will take a lot of the worry off of your shoulders.

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Tuesday, August 21, 2007

Hewitt Sets Up Federer Semi-final

Llayton Hewitt beat Carlos Moya in straight sets to set up a semi-final clash with top seed Roger Federer at the Cincinnati Masters. Hewitt produced a commanding performance to see off his Spanish opponent 6-2, 6-4. Federer was not in such good form, struggling to a 6-3 3-6 6-2 win over another Spaniard, Nicolas Almagro. I am playing well at the moment said Hewitt and he thought his court coverage was exceptional.

Monday, August 20, 2007

Amnesty Ends Abortion Neutrality

Amnesty International has confirmed its controversial decision to back abortion in some circumstances, replacing its previous policy of neutrality. The human rights group will campaign for women to have access to abortion in cases including rape and incest. The initial decision was taken in April, but Amnesty delegates meeting in Mexico gave it overwhelming support. Christian organizations, including the Roman Catholic Church, have threatened to withdraw support from the group.

Orlando Discount Hotel

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Korea Summit Delayed Over Floods

North Korea has asked for a historic summit with the South to be postponed because of severe flooding which may have made 300,000 people homeless. The meeting in Pyongyang, now delayed until October, will be only the second between the leaders of the two states, which technically are still at war. North Korea has made a rare appeal for international aid to tackle the floods which have killed hundreds of people. Damage to farmland could deal a serious blow to this year's harvest.

Saturday, August 18, 2007

South China Bracing for Typhoon

Typhoon Sepat has battered Taiwan with winds and heavy rain and is heading for provinces of south China where hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing. It disrupted power to some 240,000 homes, uprooted trees and caused mudslides in Taiwan, forcing 1,800 people to evacuate. In China, more than 540,000 people have left low-lying areas and flights have been cancelled. Nearly 300,000 were evacuated in Fujian where the storm is due next.

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Foreign Woman Kidnapped in Kabul

A foreign woman has been kidnapped at gunpoint in the heart of the Afgan capital of Kabul. Reports say she was at a restaurant with her partner when armed men walked in and took her away. Some senior officials said the woman, the first foreigner kidnapped in the city for more that two years, was German but others said she was French. The incident comes amid efforts to free 19 South Korean aid workers kidnapped by the Taleban in central Afghanistan.

Turkish Hijacking Ends Peacefull

Two men, who tried to hijack a Turkish plane, have surrendered after all 136 passengers and crew escaped unharmed. The Atlas Jet plan was flying from Northern Cyprus to Istanbul when the two men tried to divert it to Iran. Instead, the pilot landed the plane in the southern city of Antalya, claiming it needed refuelling. Turkey's interior ministry said one of the hijackers was a Turkish national and the other had a Syrian passport. Their motives are not yet known.

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Hurricane Churns Up the Caribbean

Haiti and the Dominican Republic are braced for potential flooding as Hurricane Dean passes to the south after gathering force in the Caribbean. Winds have hit 145 mph and the storm may achieve the highest category, Five, with speeds of about 250 by the time it reaches Mexico on Monday. Dean has claimed three lives on islands in its path, and there are now fears it will directly pass over Jamaica. Forecasters warn this could be an unusually active Atlantic storm season.

Tony Snow to Leave the White House Early

White House spokesman, Tony Snow, has announced that he is resigning from the job early for financial reasons. Mr. Snow did not give the date he would leave, but said he had taken a pay cut since he joined President George Bush's team from Fox News TV in April 2006. He has also been undergoing chemotherapy for colon cancer. His announcement comes just days after one of Mr. Bush's closest advisers, Karl Rove, announced that he was leaving at the end of the month. Mr. Snow announced his intentions on the conservative radio program The Hugh Hewitt Show.

Infidelity Support

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Scores Trapped in China Coal Mine

Chinese emergency teams are searching for 172 miners who were working underground when a coal mine flooded. Amid heavy rain in Xintai city, 280 miles south of Beijing, rescuers have already led 584 miners to safety according to the new agency there. Senior Communist Party officials are now co-ordinating the rescue effort. China's coal mines are among the most dangerous in the world, with more than 5,000 deaths reported annually.

Huge Payout in US Stuttering Case

Six US citizens who, as children, were used in an experiment that tried to induce stuttering have been awarded nearly $1 million dollars in compensation. In 1939, the plaintiffs, all orphans in state care, were tormented for six months by Iowa University researchers. The study was testing the theory that children develop speech impediments because of psychological pressure. In 2001, those involved learned the truth behind their treatment and sued, originally seeking $13.5 million in damages. The six, now in their 70's and 80's, said the experiment had left them with pschological and emotional scars.

Wedding Cameras

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Big Dreams Day

Our church is having a Big Dreams Day tomorrow and right now it looks like it is going to be a washout. They have scheduled and signed up runners for a 5K run plus they are going to bus in about 150 kids, ages 5 through 12 and their folks. They are planning to set up play equipment and lots of fun games. There will be a big picnic lunch about 11:30 and it is to benefit our Traction Action kids. We have 4 busses that we bus kids in every Thursday night at the church. We are praying the rain will stop.

Rain

Boy, is it raining here. It has been raining all night and this morning it really started coming down hard. It looks like one of our rain spouts got some leaves or something in it again and it is washing away some of the flowers in the flower bed that we just planted. Every year we go through this, no matter how many times we climb the ladder and clean it out. It just washes the dirt downhill along with the plants. This is the last time I am going to try and plant anything there. I have had it! We have 2" of rain already and they are talking rain tomorrow.

Online University

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No pressure on Mugabe From Summit

South African leaders are putting no public pressure on Zimbabwe's President, Robert Mugabe, to solve his country's dire political and economic crises. After a two-day conference in Zambia's capital, Lusaka, delegates said only that they welcomed progress in talks between Zimbabwe's rival politicians. The leaders said Mr. Mugabe, who attended the summit, was not directly asked about the crisis in his country. Inflation stands at about 4,500% in Zimbabwe and food shortages are common.

Rwanda's Former King Thinks of Returning

The man who ruled Rwanda until his overthrow in l959, King Kigeli Ndahindurwa V, says he wants to return home for the first time in 48 years. But in an interview with the BBC, he says he can only return if the Rwandan people are prepared to accept him as their constitutional monarch. Speaking in the United States, and now 72 years of age, he said he had discussed his idea with Rwanda's President Paul Kagame. The president told him he was willing to consult his government on the issue.

Blister Treatment

There is nothing quite as painful as a blister unless it is a paper cut. Blisters can make your life miserable. I burned the top of my hand on the stove last week and had a big blister right where it got continually bumped and re-bruised. If I had just known about this website Blister Treatment I could have gone online and gotten some good relief for my blister. This is a new website as of January 2007 and they specialize in blister treatment along with some other very good products. They are working on a blog that would enable customers to join in and tell their experiences with blisters, as well as, send in photos of their blisters and even video clips. They plan to run a contest to give a $50 gift card to the one who sends in the best video and they can spend it at their favorite athletic store of their choice. I would love to have that prize and get a new pair of shoes and get rid of my blisters at the same time. I have had some serious blisters when wearing new shoes.

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Journalist Lord Deedes Dies at 94

Lord Deedes was the only man to have edited a newspaper - the Telegraph and to have been in the British Cabinet. He spent most of his life writing for national newspapers and became known as the "Grand Old Man of Fleet Street" writing his final column on August 3. He died at his home in Kent after a short illness and Gordon Brown said Britain owed a hugh debt of gratitude for Lord Deedes public service.

Warne Ponders German Passport Bid

Test great Shane Warne is investigating whether he qualifies for a German passport so he can play county cricket in England as a non-overseas player. He says his mother was German and she came over to Australia when she was about four or five. With only one overseas player next year, it is something they are looking at. Warne, Test cricket's top wicket-taker, will captain Hampshire in the Friends Provident Trophy final against Durham at Lord's today.

Baltimore Real Estate

If you are looking for a Baltimore home, you have come to the right place. Just check into this online website Baltimore Real Estate for the best in Baltimore properties. They offer all sizes of apartments and a great many of them come with a laundry room with washer and dryer. There are even some with a den. They have beautiful swimming pools and fitness facilities, as well. And you don't need to take out the garbage. They have a valet service that does that for you several times a week. Their apartments are virtually soundproof and fireproof which is a great plus to me. I have lived where the other apartment neighbors complained of my noise and vice versa. If you are already in the area, you can stop by and see their apartment model for yourself also. They are a privately owned company and will give you the best possible that they have to offer. You can't go wrong with them.

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HIV test Before Nigerian Marriage

Couples must first take an HIV test before they will be allowed to marry, the Anglican Church in Nigeria says. The church says the move is to help parishioners make "informed choices" when choosing marriage partners. The BBC News website learned that many Christian churches in Nigeria impose similar tests on their members as a condition for marriage.The policy is being implemented in all Anglican dioceses across Nigeria, according to the church's spokesman.

Uganda Rejects A Gay Rights Call

Uganda will not give equal rights to gays and lesbians nor has it plans to legalize homosexuality, according to Ethics Minister James Nsaba Buturo. He was responding to a call from the Sexual Minorities Groups in Uganda (Smug) which for the first time held a press conference demanding recognition. They also accused the police of brutality and harassment. The gay community is estimated by activist to number 500,000 in Uganda where they face much discrimination.

Magician Long Island

I just love watching a really good magician. You can try as much as you like but you can't figure out how they do their magic tricks. If you love a great magician, then check into this online website magician Long island for one of the best in New York. He is very skilled in entertaining you with all of the usual "saw a woman in half" trick and pull a bunny out of a hat, but he goes farther than that. He has performed for corporations and professional associations. He has a special presentation that includes mind reading, feats of memory and can provide them with valuable tips and techniques for improving their own memories. This expands to speed reading and goal attainment. But that is just a sample of his ingenuity. Look into his website and I believe you will be delighted to learn all the many facets of his magic.

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Friday, August 17, 2007

Japanese Nuclear Damage "Limited"

United Nations experts say earthquake damage to the world's largest nuclear power plant, in Japan, appears to be limited and less than expected. The station was hit by a 6.8 magnitude quake on July 16 that killed at least 10 people. There was found to have been a radioactive leak and it was shut down. Inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency warned there could be implications for the long term operation of the plant.

BBC Radiio Ordered Off Russian FM

The BBC's Russian language service will no longer be heard on Russian FM radio, after the country's media regulator ordered that it be removed. The broadcaster's last FM distribution partner in Russia, Bolshoye Radio, said it had been told to remove BBC content or risk being shut down. Two other Russian FM stations have dropped BBC programming recently. The BBC's Russian Service can still be heard online and on medium and short wave frequencies in Russia. The BBC will appeal against the decision.

Headhunters

I can still remember the first time I heard the term "headhunters" where I was working in the office. Some disgruntled employees were looking for work and sending out resumes to find new jobs to their liking. I thought at first it was a rather strange name for companies who help people change jobs or find jobs but it does fit quite well. This online website headhunters does just that. They have many experienced representatives that are able to fit clients into the best jobs both for the client and the new employer. Having been to "headhunters" themselves has given them an added insight into what the employer is looking for in a new employee and also what the client is looking for in a new position with the company. Experience, skill and that insight make all the difference. If you are job hunting, look into this site as they have the expertise to assist you to find just what you are looking for.

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India Parties Mull Nuclear Deal

Communist allies of India's government are holding meetings to discuss their opposition to a landmark nuclear deal with the US. The communists say the deal, under which India gets access to civilian nuclear technology and fuel, gives the US leverage on India's foreign policy. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has refused to back down, even challenging the communists to withdraw support for his government. Separately, Australia has defended its decision to sell uranium to India.

EU Biofuel Policy is a "Mistake"

The EU target of ensuring 10% of gas and diesel coming from renewable sources by 2020 is not an effective way to curb carbon emissions, according to researchers. A team of US based scientists suggested that reforestation and habitat protection was a better option. Writing in Science, they said forests could absorb up to nine times more CO2 than the production of biofuels could achieve on the same area of land. The growth of biofuels was also leading to more deforestation, they said.

Land For Sale

Jeff Foxworthy is a spokesperson and co-owner of Tecomate Wildlife Systems. His program has only been airing for a short time but it is driving prospects to this website's Land for sale clients. The objective is to develop and sell rural recreational properties but they also offer consulting services to hunters and managers to help them with better management of wildlife. Deer hunting is a very big thing in this area and promoting new wildlife areas is a main desire. This company has been developing wildlife areas for clients for years and they are experts at what they do. I know in this area there are a great many more wetlands and places for the wildlife to survive in their natural habitat. Everyone agrees that this is very important as for years there seemed to be less and less places for wildlife to survive. This company specializes in rural land for sale and have many member's properties. Check it out yourself for more information.

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Nerve Cell Stretchiness Uncovered

US scientists may have discovered why long nerve cells do not break when you move or stretch your limbs. Experiments in worms showed that when a protein called beta spectrin is missing, nerve cells are brittle and break, leading to paralysis. The finding may help explain why people with a condition called spinocerebellar ataxia progressively lose coordination and movement.

"Put Child Drinkers in Care" Call

A senior police officer says children should be taken into care if their parents refuse to take responsibility for their underage drinking. This should be a child protection issue. They are leading the investigation into the death of a 47 year old after youths allegedly attacked him. Ministers say there are already tough powers to deal with those who fail to curb children's underage drinking. The father of three died of his injuries last Sunday in the hospital. Three teenagers have been taken into custody and charged with murder.

Lap Band

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Allen Forced to Postpone US Tour

Pop star, Lily Allen, has postponed her US tour and cancelled an appearance at the MTV Music Awards after her US work visa was revoked earlier this month. Her tour was due to begin in San Diego on September 6 but a record company spokesman said reinstating the visa was taking longer than anticipated. The singer, age 22, said she was so disappointed and she would be back as soon as she could. The visa was cancelled after Allen flew into Los Angeles and was questioned over an assault in London.

Egypt Wedding Boat Sinks in Nile

A boat carrying hundreds of celebrating wedding guests has sunk in the River Nile south of the Egyptian capital of Cairo. The vessel, which was moored in the town of Beni Suef, tilted and went down as people sang and danced. Man were rescued after jumping into the Nile. Dozens of others were not immediately accounted for but police later said they thought all were safe. At least six people were injured and taken to the hospital.

Home Medical Supplies

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Iraqi Bomb Death Toll Reaches 344

The governor of the Sinjar region of north-western Iraq has said 344 people died in Tuesday's multiple bomb attacks against the minority Yazidi community. He said another 400 people had been injured by the blasts and that he believed 70 others were still buried in the rubble of destroyed buildings. About 600 local residents had been made homeless, the governor added.

Athens Suburb Fire Under Control

Firefighters tackling a blaze in the northern suburbs of Athens say the flames have been brought under control and are no longer threatening homes. Four simultaneous forest fires broke out on Penteli mountain on Thursday and swept down into affluent suburbs some 12 miles from the city center. Dozens of homes were destroyed and at least 10 people were taken to the hospital with breathing problems. Officials say they suspect the fires were the work of arsonists.

Credit Cards for People With Bad Credit

Have you got bad credit or maybe just average credit and you have been having a hard time getting a credit card? Then this is the online website Credit Cards For People With Bad Credit for you. They are one of the greatest sites to compare credit cards. It doesn't matter if you are a student, business person or the average consumer, you can find the credit card here that fits you and your situation. Do you want a low interest card or a reward card? They have offers from the leading U.S. credit card issuers and there is one or more in there for you to choose from. I know it is especially hard to get a credit card with bad credit but not at this site. Look into their site and you will find all the choices you need to get the right credit card.

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Fresh Rains Worsen South Asia Floods

Fresh rains in north India have flooded new areas and worsened the situation in regions already badly hit by some of the worst floods in 30 years. Relief operations are being hampered in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh and landslides suspended the pilgrimage to a key shrine in Uttarakhand state. In Bangladesh, more than 50,000 people have fallen sick after eating stale food or drinking contaminated water. About 28,000 people have been affected by floods in India. Bangladesh and Nepal. The number of those killed varies widely from 500 to 3000.

Russia Restarts Cold War Patrols

Russia is resuming a Soviet-era practice of sending its bomber aircraft on long-range flights, according to President Vladimir Putin. Mr. Putin said the move to resume the flights permanently after a 15-year suspension was in response to security threats posed by other military powers. He said 14 bombers had taken off from Russian airfields early on Friday. The move came a week after Russian bombers flew within a few hundred miles of the US Pacific island of Guam.

Prima Donna Bras

Hey ladies. Here is a wonderful online website Prima Donna Bras that I just found that carries a great line of very comfortable bras in all sizes. They are extremely well made and oh, so comfortable. They will go through the washing like a dream and wear and wear too. And besides all that, they are beautiful too. This is a very fine European lingerie boutique that is noted for its gorgeous laces. They have highly trained staff that will work with you personally to be sure you get the best fit of your life. So many of us are wearing ill fitting bras because we just haven't gone to the right place. Now is our chance to be both beautiful and comfortable at the same time. They are able to fit from petite figures to the full-figured ladies. You can check the listings of many beautifully styled bras by just checking into their website and doing the search provided.

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U.S. Rate Cut Boosts Global Markets

The UK shares swung firmly back into positive territory following the US Federal Reserve's move to cut the rate at which it lends to commercial banks. The decision, which will help to increase the flow of money in the US financial system, saw London's FTSE 100 jump 3.5% or 205.3 points to 6,064.3. Relief was also felt in Wall Street, where shares opened sharply higher, and elsewhere in Europe. At the close of trade in New York, the Dow Jones ended up 1.82% a 13,079.l.

US Dog Fight Pair Plead Guilt

The two US men accused with Atlanta Falcon's quarterback, Michael Vick of organizing dog fights have pleaded guilty. Vick, age 27, pleaded not guilty at an earlier court hearing and is due to stand trial on the charges in November. According to media reports, Vick's lawyers have been discussing a possible plea deal. He may face additional federal charges of racketeering. He has been barred from pre-season training. He faces a $250,000 fine and up to five years in jail if convicted.

Apartments

If you are looking for an apartment you have come to the right place. There is this great website apartments that thousands of apartments for you to search through.Not only that but they have maps so you can quickly find the area in which you want to live whether it is town, city, or college campus. You can even search by address to find what you want. They have lots of photos of the apartments so you can see first hand the rooms and sizes of the apartments. Even if you are in the military or want an apartment near a military base, they have something for you too. Not only can you find an apartment to rent but you can find companies that are offering promotions and discounts to you. And if you have an apartment that you want to rent out, they can help you with that too. They make it easy to advertise your apartment online. Looking for a mover? They have companies that will help you move too. That is a real plus as it is such a job to move.

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Warrant Out for Saddam's Daughter

Interpol has circulated an arrest warrant for the oldest daughter of former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. Raghad Saddam Hussein, who fled the US invasion of Iraq in 2003, is accused of terrorism and other offenses. She helped organize the legal defense of her father, who was hanged last December for crimes against humanity. Last year, Iraq put her and her mother on a list of its most wanted fugitives, alleging they supported the insurgency in Iraq.

Utah Mine Rescue Efforts Halted

Mine officials in Utah have suspended indefinitely the underground efforts to reach six trapped miners, after a cave-in left three rescuers dead. Attempts to locate the men from above ground by drilling into the mountain will continue, but hopes are fading. The cave-in which killed three mine workers and injured six more, resulted from seismic activity. No contact has been made with the six trapped miners since a tunnel collapsed 1500 ft underground on August 6.

Paulding County

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Caribbean Storm Gathers Strength

Hurricane Dean has strengthened to a category three "major" storm, pounding the eastern Caribbean with winds in excess of 110 MPH. The US National Hurricane Center upgraded the storm as it hit St. Lucia and Martinique, killing a man, ripping roofs off homes and uprooting trees. Landslides have also been reported in Martinique, leaving hundreds homeless. The first hurricane of the Atlantic season is now heading towards Jamaica and could reach category four status.

Peru Rattled By Fresh Earthquake

A strong earthquake hit Peru on Friday, striking panic into local people and rescuers still searching for survivors of Wednesday's devastating quake. It is not known whether the aftershock, which the US Geological Survey website listed as a 5.9 magnitude, caused further damage or loss of life. At least 500 people were killed when Wednesday's quake wrecked parts of Peru's central coast. The hunt for survivors goes on and dead bodies are still being retrieved.

Hot Tubs

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Rwanda Anger at Congo Rebel Move

Rwanda has criticized the Democratic Republic of Congo for halting military operations against Hutu rebels who fled there after the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The foreign minister said the rebels were attempting to gather strength in easter DR Congo to launch attacks on his country. Earlier this week, DR Congo said it stopped the seven month offensive to avoid further bloodshed. The UN says more than 160,000 people have been displaced by fighting.

US Moves To Speed Up Executions

The US is preparing to bring in legal changes giving Attorney General Alberto Gonzales new powers to limit the time inmates spend on appeal on death row. The change in the rules, under which Mr. Gonzales will be able to decide state requests to speed the appeals process, was a measure in the 2006 Patriot Act. Death penalty experts warn the move could affect death row inmates' chances of overturning wrongful convictions.

Baby Shop

What a wonderful idea. This company has come out with the greatest website baby shop for new parents and those expecting to be new parents. We had five children and lots of questions and we didn't always live near friends and relatives who could give us advice about what to do with 2 am feedings, what clothing to buy, what furniture. We had twins and we would have loved to have been able to go to this site and see which one was the best to buy and where it was located near us. You can get all kinds of good advice from real parents at this site that will help you. You can chat online with them anytime you need help. And who is the best judge of baby accessories that parents themselves? You can search this site and find the things you are looking for as close as a mile from your home. Check out this great informative site for everything having to do with a new baby.

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Mexico Deports Stranded Migrants

Hundreds of illegal immigrants have been deported from Mexico after they became stranded when a train route through the country was closed down. Up to 7,000 people, mostly from Guatemala and Honduras, got stuck in southern Mexico when a rail link to the US ceased operating. US train operators Genesee & Wyoming Ind, closed the line because of damage caused by a hurricane in 2005. The authorities said that around 350 people had been deported so far.

North Korea Floods Devastate Farmland

Severe flooding in North Korea has destroyed more than one-tenth of the country's farmland. More than 11% of rice and maize fields were submerged, buried or washed away as of August 14. Government officials also told aid workers in the region that 300,000 people may have been left homeless. Aid teams visiting the area warned of a need for emergency shelter and food.

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Thursday, August 16, 2007

Toy Woes Prompt China To Check Goods

A senior US senator has called for all toys being imported into the country from China to be inspected after a massive recall by toymaker Mattel. Dick Durbin accused China of having "lax safety standards" and said that toy firms should voluntarily allow third party inspectors to check goods. Mattel recalled more than 18 million toys worldwide, the second such operation in two weeks. This followed the discovery that paint used on some toys may contain lead.

Elvis Presley's Anniversary Vigil

Thousands of fans are gathering to mark the 30th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death with a candlelight vigil at the singer's Memphis home, Graceland. Visitors will make the pilgrimage to his grave to remember "The King" who died August 16, 1977 at the age of 42. Ex-wife Priscilla Presley and daughter, Lisa Marie are both expected to attend. Fans have traveled from around the world for events to remember and celebrate the super star's life and music. The vigil is an annual event that started as an impromptu gathering on the first anniversary. This year it is expected to go on until the early hours of the morning.

Hot, Muggy Day

Here we are, another hot muggy day that makes the corn grow and we shrink into the cool home, office or car to get away from it. The rain has been coming but probably not enough. So many sections of the country are in bad drought and the wells are beginning to pump sand. Not a good thing. Animals and people are dying of the heat and it is no wonder. The swimming pools are full to capacity and now I hear a lot of them are having problems with contamination of the water. Too many people I guess. They have to use so much chlorine to kill the germs that it just has to burn the kids' eyes. I don't know what the answer is. Every town is building these gigantic swimming pools now. They are really nice though.

Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Nigeria Blocks Huge Clinic Deal

Nigerian President Ulmaru Yar'Adua has ordered the suspension of a multi-million dollar contract awarded by his predecessor, Olusegun Obasanjo. The contract to build health clinics across the country was awarded to a company believed to be owned by a former aide of Mr. Obasanjo. Nigerian President said it was an illegal contract. Last Month, he reversed the controversial sale of two refineries to a business group linked to Mr. Obasanjo.

Brazil Holds Colombia Drug Lord

Brazilian police have arrested a man alleged to be one of Colombia's most wanted traffickers in drugs. He was captured near Sao Paulo as part of a major drugs investigation. He is suspected of ordering hundreds of murders in Colombia and the USA. The U S state department describes him as one of the most powerful and elusive Colombia drug traffickers.

Monday, August 13, 2007

Whale Fears Silence U S Navy Sonar

The U S Navy has been ordered not to use mid-frequency sonar equipment during training sessions off the coast of California until the end of 2009. Campaigners argued that the sonar harmed marine mammals in the area. A Federal Judge ruled in their favor. They said noise pollution from sonar disorientated whales, causing them to become stranded on beaches.

Wednesday, August 8, 2007

Intelligence Director Defends Gonzales

President Bush's spy chief sought to defend Attorney General Alberto Gonzales against charges of lying to Congress in a technically worded statement hinging on when the government's terror surveillance program got its name. He hinted, as Gonzales has, that there is more to the program than has been made public.Senate Judiciary Committee members have questioned whether Gonzales told the truth when he testified last week that a 2004 confrontation between the administration officials was not about the president's secret eavesdropping program, dubbed the terrorist surveillance program. Gonzales' testimony indicated there was more to the administration's intelligence gathering than has been divulged.

Florida Voting Machines

It was found that Florida's optical scan voting machines are still flawed, despite efforts to fix them. They could allow poll workers to tamper with the election results. Isn't that something? A Florida State University information technology laboratory went over the list of previously discovered flaws to see whether the machines were still vulnerable to attack. The said while the vendor had fixed many of these flaws, many important vulnerabilities remain unaddressed. Will this never end with the voting in Florida?

Existing Home Sales Drop

For the fourth consecutive month, sales of existing homes fell in July, further evidence that housing troubles are far from over. Sales of existing homes dropped by 3.8 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.75 million units. That is the slowest sales pace since November 2002 and the decline was about twice what had been expected. The median price of an existing home edged up t $230,100, 0.3 percent more than a year ago. The median is the point where half the homes sold for more and half for less.

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

Northwest Airlines

Northwest Airlines emerged from bankruptcy protection May 31 and said this week it earned $273 million during its second quarter before accounting boosts related to its reorganization. Northwest shares fell 52 cents or nearly 3 percent to $17.43 Tuesday. Northwest Airlines cancelled so many flights this week that they really caused a bottleneck in air travel for a great many people who are very unhappy and I can't blame them.

India's First Female President Sworn In

Indian has it's first female president. She vowed to eliminate the practice of aborting female fetuses and to empower women, who are often treated as second class citizens. White clad, mounted honor guard escorted her to a limousine to Parliament where she took the oath of office. The ceremony was followed b a 21-gun salute announcing the inauguration of Indians 13th president. Women feel this is only a lukewarm response that gives women little more than a symbol - not a leader that represents them. One of her goals is to do away with the head scarves Muslims and Hindus alike wear.

Monday, August 6, 2007

Families Outraged By Pardon, Release of Medics

The families of the children infected with the AIDS virus in a Libyan hospital voiced outrage at the pardon and release of six medics who returned to Bulgaria a day earlier. They deeply condemn and are deeply disappointed at the absurdity and disrespect shown by the Bulgarian presidential pardon. The five nurses and one doctor were flown to Bulgaria and immediately were pardoned by Bulgarian President Heorgi Parvanov.

Court Reporting Services in San Diego

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Sunday, August 5, 2007

Britain Plans Tougher Anti-terrorism Laws

Britain is planning to get tough new anti-terrorism laws. They feel the police need greater powers to hold and question terror suspects in increasingly complex and global plots. Prime Minister Brown was in office two days when a failed terror attack against London happened. Since September 11, 2001, there have been 15 failed terror attempted attacks in Britain. Brown said fighting al-Qaida inspired terrorism would last a generation. He said one option under consideration was extending the time that police can question terror suspects. Currently, suspects need to be charged or released within 28 days.

Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Apple's Third-Quarter Profits UP

Apple Inc's fiscal third-quarter profit soared more than 73 percent, fueled by demand for its Macintosh computers, the strength of its iPod media players and the sales of 270,000 iPhones in the first two day on the market. For the quarter ended June 30, Apple's profit rose to $818 million or 92 cents per share, up from $472 million, or 54 cents a share in the year-ago quarter. Analysts expected Apple to report earnings of 72 cents per share on sales of $5.28 billion while Apple itself had projected earnings of 66 cents per share on quarterly sales of $5.1 billion.

Gold Coins

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30 Year Mortgage Rates

The rates on 30 year mortgages remained unchanged this week as a flood of new economic data did not change the general views of financial markets about inflation. Freddie Mac reported that 30 year fixed rate mortgages averaged 6.73 percent this week, the same as last week. Government reports this week showed that inflation at the wholesale and consumer levels came down in June, reflecting big declines in gas prices.

Children's Health Insurance

The Senate committee approved a five-year $35 billion expansion of a children's health insurance program that would be financed through higher tobacco taxes. The program subsidizes insurance for children and some adults with incomes too high for Medicaid but not high enough to afford private insurance. The additional spending approved by the committee would bring total SCIP funding to $60 billion over five years which is double what the administration has proposed. The president has threatened a presidential veto on this.

Higher Education

No one knows any more about how important higher education is than I do. If I had been able to attend college and get a degree I could have gotten a much better job and been able to support my family in a much better fashion that I did. But it isn't too late for you. Capella online university is an fully accredited online university to that keeps up with present trends, offering classes for graduate and undergraduate degrees in current subjects such as business, special education, Public Safety and more. It is easy to go online and see their latest offerings for degrees and you can also call them or email them for applications. A graduate degree in business can serve you well in many capacities and give you a great deal more opportunities for employment. Check out the new specializations that they have just announced and I feel sure there will be a field of interest to you there. Why stay in the rut you are in? Check out Capella and get started on a degree in one of their fields that will give you a new lease on life and move you up in business, education or the field of your dreams.

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Grand Jury Does Not Indict Doctor

A grand jury refused to indict a doctor accused of murdering four seriously ill hospital patients with drug injections during the desperate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, closing the books on the only mercy killing case to emerge from the storm. Dr. Anna Pou acknowledged administering medication to the patients but insisted she did so only to relieve pain. She and two nurses were arrested last summer after the Attorney General concluded they gave lethal cocktails to four patients at the flooded-out, sweltering Memorial Medical Center after the storm.