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Soaring summer temperatures in Japan hit record, part of global trend
Japan endures hottest summer on record TOKYO - Japan is sweltering through its hottest summer on record, weather officials said Thursday. Japan joined many parts of the Northern Hemisphere in seeing an unusually hot summer. Meteorologists say 17 nations have recorded all-time-high temperatures this year, more than in any other year, and scientists have said that July ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Soaring summer temperatures in Japan hit record, part of global trend.
Maoists gangrape, bury woman alive for defying their diktat
KOLKATA - In a shocking incident of Maoist brutality, an Anganwadi woman was gang-raped and buried alive for defying the rebels diktat last month. According to a report appearing in The Pioneer, the objective of the rape and murder was to send across a bloodcurdling message to all non-conformist political opponents. The impact of the medieval-type ‘punishment’ .... Original source : Maoists gangrape, bury woman alive for defying their diktat.
McCourt has troubles remembering details surrounding Dodgers purchase, postnuptial agreement
McCourt’s memory fuzzy at divorce trial LOS ANGELES - Frank McCourt had trouble recalling some details involving his purchase of a professional baseball team, but he was certain of one thing: he’s the sole owner. On Wednesday, the 57-year-old Los Angeles Dodgers executive couldn’t recall at his divorce trial if he had reviewed a business plan submitted ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : McCourt has troubles remembering details surrounding Dodgers purchase, postnuptial agreement.
Maritime group urges Indonesia to increase anti-piracy patrols after spike in attacks
Indonesia urged to increase anti-piracy patrols KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - An international maritime group urged Indonesia on Thursday to increase patrols in the South China Sea after pirates attacked nine vessels in less than three weeks. The International Maritime Bureau said pirates armed with guns and machetes had robbed tankers and bulk carriers of cash and other ... Read more »»».
Vitamin A controversy: Seven Haryana students hospitalised again
SIRSA - The controversy over nearly 100 girls taking ill in a Haryana town after being administered a Vitamin A dose in school raised its head again when seven of them had to be re-admitted to hospital. The girls of Government Middle School, Kalanwali town here, were hospitalised for a second time Wednesday. They ... Read this article on Gaea Times at : Vitamin A controversy: Seven Haryana students hospitalised again.
Ashton Kutcher caught hooking up with blonde woman
WASHINGTON - Hollywood actor Ashton Kutcher was caught hooking up with a young blonde woman. The hunk was seen making out with the woman at Madeo restaurant in Los Angeles, reports Star Magazine. Kutcher, 32, is married to Demi Moore, a brunette 15 years his senior. According to an onlooker Kutcher and the 20 something gal .... Original source : Ashton Kutcher caught hooking up with blonde woman.
Blackberry has to confirm to national interests, says Pilot
KOLKATA - Minister of State for Communication and Information Technology Sachin Pilot said there would be no compromise with national security concerns in resolving the critical deadlock between Canada-based BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) and the center. Pilot while talking to media persons here on Wednesday, also added that legitimate concerns of law enforcement ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Blackberry has to confirm to national interests, says Pilot.
Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates
Break the spell of the undead with an entirely new and unbelievable island adventure for the famed castaway. After escaping the desolate island he knew for so long, Robinson Crusoe sets sail for Brazil with his friend Friday. On their way, they encounter a mysterious isle in the middle of the ocean and soon come down [...]
Gogoi fit, to reach Guwahati Wednesday
GUWAHATI - Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has been declared fit, nearly a month after he underwent three critical heart surgeries in Mumbai’s Asian Heart Institute. He is expected to be discharged Friday and arrive here Sep 8. An Assam government spokesperson Thursday said Gogoi would stay in Mumbai until Sunday. “From Mumbai, the chief minister ... Read : Gogoi fit, to reach Guwahati Wednesday.
DGP Group Rebrands as Intelsius and Announces Launch of New, Innovative Packaging System - Orcatherm(TM)
YORK, England, September 1, 2010 - Formerly DGP Group, Intelsius, a global manufacturer and distributor of environmentally safe, temperature-controlled and regulatory-compliant packaging solutions, announced the completion of its corporate rebranding efforts, including a new corporate identity, logo and redesign of its flagship website. The rebranding leverages the strong credibility the company has developed over the past [...]
Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid case ruling will not affect Ayodhya peace: Residents
AYODHYA - Residents in Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya town have said the verdict in the Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid case will not affect harmony between the two communities, whichever way the judgment of Allahabad High Court goes. “There won’t be any problem on the verdict day, no matter who wins or losses the case. The unity between Hindus and ... Original source on Gaea Times at : Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid case ruling will not affect Ayodhya peace: Residents.
Homeless man calls 911 from hot tub, asks for towels, hug, hot chocolate
Homeless man calls 911 from hot tub, seeks cocoa BEAVERTON, Ore. - A homeless man who called 911 from the hot tub of a suburban Portland home and asked for towels, hot chocolate and a hug got arrested for trespassing instead. Beaverton police say Mark Eskelsen called 911 from his cell phone, identified himself as “the sheriff ... Read : Homeless man calls 911 from hot tub, asks for towels, hug, hot chocolate.
Alaska loses long-held Senate seniority that brought billions of dollars to state
Senate upset erases Alaska seniority ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The defeat of Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski by an upstart fiscal conservative in the GOP primary could mark a significant shift for a state that has so long relied on federal pork to survive. The outcome was also an unexpected blow to the seniority Alaska has enjoyed in the .... Source : Alaska loses long-held Senate seniority that brought billions of dollars to state.
Centrosolar Establishes UK Subsidiary
Sonnenstromfabrik Obtains Certification for UK Market HAMBURG, September 2, 2010 - Centrosolar has established an international subsidiary in the UK. Following the introduction of attractive feed-in tariffs in April, Centrosolar UK Ltd. will be in a position to respond to increased demand for photovoltaic systems particularly in England. Centrosolar is pleased to have been able to recruit an experienced [...]
India partners Nepal to spread Krishna's voice
KATHMANDU - The Bhagvad Gita - containing Lord Krishna’s teachings and regarded as the essence of the Hindu religion and philosophy - is one of the most influential books in the world, but not much is known about its sequel, the Anugita. Janmashtami, Lord Krishna’s birthday, is perhaps the perfect occasion to remember this less .... Original article : India partners Nepal to spread Krishna’s voice.
'Lab on a chip' micro rheometer to improve viscosity tests dramatically
WASHINGTON - Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have created a miniature device that can make complex viscosity measurements on sample sizes as small as a few nanoliters. The NIST rheometer could be a particularly valuable tool for biotechnologists studying minute quantities of complex materials that must function in confined spaces. Viscosity, elasticity ... Read more >>.
Windows Phone 7 Hits Major Manufacturing Achievement
According to Matthew Miller of ZDnet Blog, Windows Phone 7 has been released to major manufacturing (RTM) companies. The RTM is a big step for Microsoft. This means that all of Microsoft's hardware launch partners will have production-ready software to test on their upcoming smartphones. The availability of the Windows Phone 7 during the ... Original article on : Windows Phone 7 Hits Major Manufacturing Achievement.
Australia opts for blend of youth and experience for daunting India Test series
SYDNEY - Australian selectors have opted for a blend of young and experienced players for next month’s two-match Test series in India, the team’s last before hosting England for the Ashes. Rookie fast bowler Peter George and teenage quick Josh Hazlewood have been named in the15-man squad, along with experienced campaigners Doug Bollinger, Ben Hilfenhaus, .... Original source : Australia opts for blend of youth and experience for daunting India Test series.
Chiquita Salutes Champions of Healthy Nutrition
Calls for further nominations of everyday athletes to be Chiquita Champions(TM) CINCINNATI, September 1, 2010 - Chiquita Brands International, Inc. (NYSE: CQB) asks you to nominate the everyday athletes, teams and coaches of all ages and competition levels, who excel at what they do, to be named Chiquita Champions(TM). "Chiquita's passion is to empower [...]
Nikonians(R) Academy Launches in Europe
The Popular Workshops Helping you Master Your Nikon(R) DSLR Cameras, Flash Technology and Software Find Their way From North America to Europe. DONAUESCHINGEN, Germany, September 1, 2010 - Nikonians, the largest community for Nikon photographers worldwide, today launches the European arm of its Nikonians Academy. For five years the Nikonians Academy has successfully hosted workshops in the [...]
Delta's Comair plans layoffs; will cut its fleet in half over next 2 years
Comair to lay off workers and halve fleet by 2012 CINCINNATI - Comair, a regional airline owned by Delta Air Lines Inc., said on Wednesday that it will shrink its fleet by more than half and reduce staff over the next two years to cut costs. Comair President John Bendoraitis told employees in a memo Wednesday that ... Read more >>.