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Explosion hits NATO convoy in eastern Afghanistan, no casualties
Explosion hits NATO convoy in eastern Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan - An explosion tore through a NATO convoy traveling in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, officials said, the latest attack targeting international forces. No troops were killed. Local government spokesman Mubarez Zadran said a suicide car bomber struck the convoy as it rolled through Khost province’s Mando Zayi district. .... Source : Gaea News Network.
EU throws 400m pounds "down a black hole"
LONDON - Brussels pen pushers doled out a whopping 160,000pounds to a dance troupe who perform “spectacular belching” and “smelly foot” jigs, it has emerged. The taxpayers’ money was handed to the London-based Flying Gorillas group who use “rhythm, music .... Original article : EU throws 400m pounds “down a black hole”.
Bank executives with negative emotions take fewer risks
LONDON - Executives with negative emotions tend to take fewer risks, a study based on a survey of managing directors and general directors of Spanish banks has found. The study had a response rate of 48.3 percent and comprised questions bearing on emotional traits and demographic characteristics of the executives, reports the British Journal of .... Source : Gaea News Network.
More than 30 cold cases get fresh look in Los Angeles after arrest in 'Grim Sleeper' case
New look for cold cases after arrest in LA murders LOS ANGELES - Investigators believe they have connected “Grim Sleeper” suspect Lonnie Franklin Jr. to 10 murders. Now they are trying to tie him to dozens more. More than 30 cold case files dating back to 1984 are getting a new look in light of Franklin’s arrest, Los .... Source : Gaea News Network.
European Medicines Agency to review safety of GlaxoSmithKline's diabetes drug Avandia
European agency to review safety of GSK’s Avandia LONDON - The European Medicines Agency says it will review the safety of the diabetes drug Avandia following research suggesting it is linked to a higher risk of heart problems, strokes and deaths in older adults. The agency said Friday that the review will be conducted by its Committee ... Read this article on Gaea Times at : European Medicines Agency to review safety of GlaxoSmithKline’s diabetes drug Avandia.
More professional courses from IGNOU
NEW DELHI - An executive MBA, eight new finishing school courses and a B.Sc. IT for international market programme are now on the list of offerings at the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The courses aimed at enhancing employability of students and tailor made according to the market demands will be launched in collaboration with ... Read this article on Gaea Times at : More professional courses from IGNOU.
'Titanic' Movie Actress Turns 100
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Among the Hollywood movies that have passed the test of time and won the hearts of critics and viewers alike James Cameron directed Titanic holds a special place. The movie released in 1997 still manages to woo the viewers with its visual opulence and sterling performance by its actors. As .... Original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Titanic’ Movie Actress Turns 100.
Brain Fever Kills English Lady
SELLY OAK, BIRMINGHAM (GaeaTimes.com)- A resident of Selly Oak, Jane Haroop who had been suffering from brain fever was diagnosed wrongly that finally killed her. Reportedly, the patient was affected by brain fever as she experienced severe headaches. The medicos conducted a primary examination and confirmed it to be a migraine but later it was ... Original article on : Brain Fever Kills English Lady.
REYATAZ(R) (atazanavir) Capsules Approved for Paediatric Use by The European Commission
PARIS, June 7, 2010 - Bristol-Myers Squibb announced that on 5th of July, the European Commission has approved boosted REYATAZ(R) (atazanavir sulfate) capsules to treat HIV-1 infection in paediatric patients aged six to eighteen years and greater than 15 kg, as part of combination HIV therapy.(1) This decision grants marketing authorisation in the 27 countries of the European [...]
Iran says death by stoning sentence for woman convicted of adultery under review
Iran to review woman’s stoning verdict TEHRAN, Iran - Iran’s top human rights official said the death by stoning sentence for a 43-year-old woman convicted of adultery is under review. The sentence to execute Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani by stoning drew worldwide outcry after it was publicized by her lawyer, who had warned she was facing imminent execution. British .... Source article on Gaea Times at : Iran says death by stoning sentence for woman convicted of adultery under review.
Lucky numbers! 9-7-0 is winning pick in Michigan's midday, evening Daily 3 drawings
Lucky day! 9-7-0 gets double-draw in Mich. lotto DETROIT - It was a lucky day in Michigan for the numbers nine, seven and zero. The Michigan State Lottery says nine, seven and zero were the winning numbers in Friday’s Midday Daily 3 drawing. And the lottery says the same numbers drawn in the same order were .... Read the original article : Lucky numbers! 9-7-0 is winning pick in Michigan’s midday, evening Daily 3 drawings.
Breakaway faction of Suu Kyi's former party receives permit to contest Myanmar elections
Suu Kyi party renegades register for elections YANGON, Myanmar - A new party formed by renegade members of detained opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s disbanded party has received a permit to participate in Myanmar’s first elections in two decades, state media reported Saturday. The National Democratic Force will join 37 other new political parties and five .... Original article on Gaea Times at : Breakaway faction of Suu Kyi’s former party receives permit to contest Myanmar elections.
Nirupama Rao to meet Dalai Lama in Mcleodganj
DHARAMSALA - Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao is arriving at McLeodganj near here, the headquarters of the Tibetan government-in-exile, Saturday and is slated to meet the Dalai Lama, an official said. “Nirupama Rao is reaching McLeodganj at around 1.30 p.m. for a two-day visit,” Superintendent of Police Atul Fulzele told IANS. The foreign secretary is a former .... Original source : Nirupama Rao to meet Dalai Lama in Mcleodganj.
Fireflies blink in sync to attract females
WASHINGTON - Why do large groups of fireflies produce rhythmic, repeated flashes in unison - sometimes lighting up a whole forest at once. Believe it or not, it is to attract the females! Fireflies - a type of beetle - produce bioluminescence as mating tool. Males display a species-specific pattern of flashes while cruising through .... Source article on Gaea Times at : Fireflies blink in sync to attract females.
Harley-Davidson Names Two New Executives
MILWAUKEE (GaeaTimes.com)- American heavy weight bike maker Harley-Davidson has appointed two new executives for it's legal and treasury departments. Reportedly Harley-Davidson announced their decision to name two executives on Friday which in their opinion shall offer rigidity to the administration level in the company. Paul J. Jones shall be serving as the Vice President and as ... Original article on : Harley-Davidson Names Two New Executives.
Over 1000 Chinese juggle footballs to set new Guinness record
NEW DELHI - China has set a new Guinness World Record after 1062 people juggled footballs for 10 seconds together to refresh an existing record on Saturday. According to Xinhua, among the 1062, was 14-year-old schoolchild Song Zixin, who .... Source : Gaea News Network.
Horses owned by Saudi prince cause commotion in cargo hold, delaying flight from Egypt
Agitated horses in cargo hold delay Saudi flight CAIRO - An Egyptian airport official says six Arabian horses owned by a Saudi Arabian prince became agitated in the cargo hold of a Saudi-bound plane, delaying take off for more than an hour. The official said Wednesday an EgyptAir pilot was forced to turn the plane with 189 ... Original article on : Horses owned by Saudi prince cause commotion in cargo hold, delaying flight from Egypt.