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Vandals drive owner to protect Robin Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 5:35AMIt may not be everyone’s idea of a dream car – but long-suffering Samuel Turner was willing to fork out hundreds of pounds to stop yobs wrecking his beloved Robin Reliant and turning his world upside down.
Suicide attack kills 8 Afghan civilians, 2 policemen - Update Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 4:38AMKabul - A suicide attack in a main market in southern Afghanistan on Monday killed eight civilians and two policemen and wounded 27 others, while a district governor was killed by gunmen in the same region, officials said. A suicide bomber attacked a...
Gunmen on motorbike kill governor in Afghanistan Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 4:28AMKabul, Dec 1 : Two Taliban fighters on motorbike shot dead a district governor in southern Afghanistan Monday morning, the latest in a series of assassinations of senior provincial officials.
Gunmen on motorbike kill Afghan district governor Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:53AMKabul - Two Taliban fighters on motorbike shot dead a district governor in southern Afghanistan Monday morning, the latest in a series of assassinations of senior provincial officials. Abdul Rahim Desiwal, governor of Andar district in southern Ghazn...
Brave Juliet ready to enjoy Christmas after beating cancer Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:35AMLITTLE Juliet Copland has everything to celebrate this Christmas after beating a rare form of cancer that nearly killed her.
Gunmen kill Afghan official Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:16AMTwo men on motorbikes shot dead the administrative chief of a district in southeastern Afghanistan Monday morning, an attack for which the Taliban later claimed responsibility.
Buckle into boots if you want to strut in style Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 2:46AMJoin the well-heeled set and boot it.
Community Calendar Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 1:24AMItalian Masters Classical Concert — Dove of Peace Lutheran Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Road. Lindabeth Binkley performs on oboe. 2-3 p.m. Nov. 30. Free-will offering taken for Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse (formerly The Brewster Center). 887-5127.
Water is life, guard it well Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 6:24PMHANOI, judging by the traffic, especially the millions of motorbikes that clog the streets, is a city in a hurry. So, too, the number of construction projects being undertaken. Of particular significance is the new Phu Quoc International Airport which had its ground-breaking ceremony last week.
Water is life, guard it well Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 6:22PMHANOI, judging by the traffic, especially the millions of motorbikes that clog the streets, is a city in a hurry.
INSIGHT/DZULKIFLI ABDUL RAZAK: Water is life, guard it well Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 6:22PMHANOI, judging by the traffic, especially the millions of motorbikes that clog the streets, is a city in a hurry.
Stunned families fly to site of fatal crash Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 9:31AMThe shocked family of Civil Aviation inspector Jeremy Cook is expected to arrive in Europe today as salvage experts and divers continue their gruelling search for bodies and plane wreckage of the downed Air New Zealand A320 Airbus at Perpignan.
Venezuelan Trade Union Leaders Shot, Workers Call for Armed Self-Defence Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 7:34AMThree trade unionists Richard Gallardo, Luis Hernández and Carlos Requena, leaders of the pro-revolution National Union of Workers (UNT) and also members of the United Socialist Left party were shot dead late Thursday night in Aragua state, Venezuela .
City Getting Into Christmas Spirit Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 11:14PMYou can almost hear the sleigh bells starting to ring. This week city commissioners praised interim City Manager Mark LeCouris for his sprucing-up of downtown Tarpon Avenue by having holiday decorations placed on utility poles.
Isolated Indonesian tribe immune to global crisis Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 2:21AMGAJEBOH, Indonesia, Nov 28 (Reuters) - High in the lush hills of far western Java, an animist tribe lives a peaceful existence, untouched by the turmoil of the financial crisis.
Private man who could save Woolworths Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 2:20AMWho is Ardeshir Naghshineh? Business editor Paul Hill reports on the private man with a passion for business, the arts and people - who built a property empire and could yet save Woolies.
Industrial production hits 11-month low Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 1:54AMHA NOI — Industrial production in November was at an 11-month low, recording a year-on-year growth rate of only 15 per cent, said the General Statistics Office (GSO).
MetroBriefs Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 10:53PMManila residents who have relatives in the United States and Canada may now avail of free calls being offered by the city government.
Isolated Indonesia tribe immune to global crisis Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 7:34PMGAJEBOH, Indonesia (Reuters) - High in the lush hills of far western Java, an animist tribe lives a peaceful existence, untouched by the turmoil of the financial crisis.
RPT-FEATURE-Isolated Indonesian tribe immune to global crisis Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 6:20PM Source: Reuters (Repeats story that moved at 0000 GMT) By Ed Davies GAJEBOH, Indonesia, Nov 28 (Reuters) - High in the lush hills of far western Java, an animist tribe lives a peaceful existence, untouched by the ...
FEATURE-Isolated Indonesia tribe immune to global crisis Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 6:16PM Source: Reuters By Ed Davies GAJEBOH, Indonesia, Nov 28 (Reuters) - High in the lush hills of far western Java, an animist tribe lives a peaceful existence, untouched by the turmoil of the financial crisis ...
Perth start for 2009 Australasian Safari Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 4:27PMAustralia’s toughest motorsport challenge, the Australasian Safari, will start in the Perth next year, with a new course, new vehicle and competitor categories, as well as heavily discounted early entry fees.
Bikers, cops head-to-head Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 4:27PMThe battle is on again with the NSW/ACT Police and NSW/ACT motorcyclists fighting it out to see which group can take out the honours in the 2008-09 Summer Blood Challenge.
Gunmen kidnap daughter Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 12:12PMZAMBOANGA CITY: Unidentified motorcycle gunmen snatched late Wednesday a 9-year-old daughter of a seaman in Basilan island, officials said.
In Briefs Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 3:54AMHa Noi — The annual Viet Nam Medi-Pharm Expo will be held at the Viet Nam Exhibition and Fair Centre from December 4 to 7. The medical and pharmaceutical show is a platform for domestic and foreign companies to display goods and services, exchange information and extend markets.
Leave a Reply Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 3:22AMThoughts on The Harley Affect? Join the conversation on Twitter Graham Brown Problem is, most of Harley Davidson’s customers are nearer the man upstairs then anyone else.
Ministry rejects rise in vehicle fees Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 2:24AMHCM CITY — The Ministry of Finance has turned down a proposal by the HCM City People’s Committee which aimed to reduce traffic jams in Ha Noi and HCM City.
China Rate Cut Highlights Concern Over Slowdown, Jobs (Update1) Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 12:02AMNov. 27 (Bloomberg) -- China’s biggest interest-rate cut in 11 years highlights government concerns that the country risks spiraling unemployment, social unrest and the deepest economic slowdown in almost two decades.
Ewan McGregor auctions bike for charity Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 6:32PMSCOTS actor Ewan McGregor is to auction one of his motorbikes for charity, it emerged last night.
Bikers revved up for annual toy run Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 4:19PMMOTORBIKES roaring through Cranbourne on Sunday, December 14, will be a welcome sound for underprivileged children.
HEADLINES FOR NOVEMBER 21, 2008 Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 3:38PMThe Bertram Chain of Lake regional park project, horse trails and snowplow honors were addressed by the Wright County Board this week. The Board approved a memorandum of understanding regarding the Bertram Chain of Lake project.
Thailand protesters fire on government supporters Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 6:02PMThai protesters fire on government supporters as campaign to unseat elected administration intensifies
Afghan teacher wants acid thrown on her attackers Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 5:40PMA 23-year-old teacher burned in an acid attack on 15 schoolgirls and instructors wants the Afghan government to throw acid on her attackers and then hang them.
Afghan police arrest 10 for schoolgirl acid attack Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 5:33PMKANDAHAR: Security forces have arrested 10 men suspected of involvement in a Taliban-ordered acid attack on schoolgirls in southern Afghanistan and some have confessed, authorities said yesterday.
SMS from readers Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 5:23PMIN d wake of d current global recession, d govt should suspend the foreign labour intake. Having a job is the right of every Malaysian. STOP complaining about police. Join d police force as constables n serve d nation. At the very least, join d Police Volunteer Reserve.
Bikes ready to roar for toy run Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 5:13PMTHE streets of Inverell and Bingara will rumble to the sounds of motorbikes on Saturday morning December 6 as the Salvation Army’s toy collection transporters take to the road in what has become an annual event before Christmas.
14 dramas approved for 1st national experimental stage festival Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 1:19PMVietNamNet Bridge – Fourteen theatres will participate in the first national trial stage festival at the Hanoi-based Kim Ma Theatre from December 1-8.
Venezuela New Summary #62 - Election Special Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 10:41AMNovember 23, 2008 (venezuelanalysis.com)— President Hugo Chavez’s governing party, the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) got mixed results in the regional and local elections today, winning stronghly in 17 out of 23 states, but losing the country’s two most populous states and the Capital District of Caracas, with two more states still to be decided.
Four Italian priests robbed at gunpoint in latest attack on Italian clergy Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:05AM Four priests are recovering after being held up at gunpoint at robbed of their wallets, watches and mobile phones in the latest attack on Italian clergymen.
Pond complicates Sand Lake land deal for city Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 2:48AMCity officials and a developer see a picturesque neighborhood of half-million-dollar homes in a former gravel pit. But to some residents, a placid pond in the pit will continue to be a blight on any development.
Orange County Vietnamese American returns to her homeland Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 2:28AMHer family had fled the country, but Tiffany Nguyen saw opportunity there for professional advancement -- and an adventure. Tiffany Nguyen sauntered down Dong Khoi street, swatting mosquitoes in the sticky heat. Wearing 3-inch black heels, she plunged through a crush of motorbikes spewing smoke and blasting horns, dashing toward a nearby restaurant to meet a friend.
Anti-bikie squad arrest 283 Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 1:30AMTHE arrest of 187 people, who associate with outlaw motorcycle gang members, is nothing more than a witch-hunt, a South Australian bikie gang member says.
Chávez Supporters Win 17 out of 23 Venezuelan States, but Lose 3 Most Populous Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 12:41AMNovember 23, 2008 (venezuelanalysis.com)— President Hugo Chavez’s governing party, the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) got mixed results in the regional and local elections today, winning stronghly in 17 out of 23 states, but losing the country’s two most populous states and the Capital District of Caracas, with two more states still to be decided.
Jewel gang on bikes loots mall Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 11:41PMA gang of heavily armed robbers on motorbikes have made off with millions of rands worth of watches and jewellery in one of most daring robberies.
Arms and ammunition seized in Nandigram Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 7:58AMFirearms and ammunition were seized today from the house of a CPI-M activist at Chowringhee Bazar here.
City puts squatter markets on the run Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 3:56AMHCM CITY — Plans for HCM City through 2010 do not envision the continued existence of spontaneously arising squatter markets, but preventing their occurrence will not be easy.
New car models to be launched at Motor Show 2008 in Oman Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 1:40AMMotor Show 2008, the biggest event for the auto industry in Oman, will feature globally known automotive brands and will showcase a wide variety of new car models, many of which will be launched for the first time in the sultanate during the exhibition.
WA News Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 7:31PMIn her own words, 13-year-old Amy Halton is “an amazing miracle” who refuses to accept defeat or pity, despite losing her lower legs, a hand and several fingers to a devastating autoimmune disease that caused her body to attack itself.
Cars that redefine luxury and glamour Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:42PMBy Sarmad Qazi A large number of people thronged the promenade at The Pearl Qatar yesterday on the final day of the first-ever luxury car show in the country – cars that defy any talk of a global recession.
Motorbike riders risk impotence, say doctors Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 9:37AMMEN who ride motorcycles are at risk of impotence and urinary problems because the vibration of the engine damages nerves in their penises, a study has found.