Tuesday, September 07, 2010

British MP's wife found working as a sex worker


LONDON - A British MP’s wife works as a prostitute charging 70 pounds “for oral sex without a condom followed by full sex with a condom”, said a media report here. The revelation left the MP stunned as he said: “That’s a horrible shock”. Sunday Mirror reported that Tory MP Mike Weatherley’s Brazilian wife Carla, 39, ... Original article on : British MP’s wife found working as a sex worker.

Hurricane warning issued for the US Virgin Islands as Hurricane Earl approaches


Hurricane warning issued for US Virgin Islands MIAMI - A hurricane warning has been issued for the U.S. Virgin Islands as Hurricane Earl begins hitting the Caribbean. The hurricane’s maximum sustained winds increased early Monday to near 105 mph (165 kph) with additional strengthening expected. Earl is located about 50 miles (75 kilometers) east-northeast of St. Martin. Hurricane Earl ... Read more »»».

Spain interior minister dismisses ETA ceasefire announcement, says sign of weakness


Spain: we do not trust ETA ceasefire MADRID - Spain’s interior minister has dismissed a ceasefire announcement by the Basque separatist group ETA and says police will be as tough as ever against the armed militants. Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba says ETA’s statement on Sunday falls short of what Basque society and other Spaniards demand from the militant ... Read : Spain interior minister dismisses ETA ceasefire announcement, says sign of weakness.

Too much cleavage, badly ironed shirt can cost one's job interview


LONDON - A survey has revealed that women who turn up for a job interview in a tight top or with cleavage on display can blow their chances of getting hired. The survey of 2,000 employers by high-street clothes store TK Maxx, found that wearing a black bra underneath a white top is the next biggest .... Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sensex continues strong, up 308 points


MUMBAI - A benchmark index for Indian equities built on its early morning gains and was ruling almost 308 points higher than its previous close in afternoon trade Monday. Other Asian markets too rallied, strengthening the buying sentiment at the bourse here. The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened ... Read : Sensex continues strong, up 308 points.

World stock markets as Bernanke promises action, Japan central bank eases policy,


World markets rise as Bernanke promises action BANGKOK - World markets advanced Monday, boosted by the Federal Reserve chief vowing to take action if the U.S. economy weakens further and Japan easing monetary policy to protect a shaky recovery. The willingness of major central banks to take more action to prevent a slide back into recession reassured ... Read more >>.

Frost & Sullivan: Electric Vehicles Fuelling Demand for Battery Technology and Supply


LONDON, August 30, 2010 - The batteries used to propel electric vehicles (EVs) can be derived from one of several chemistries, including lead acid, nickel metal hydride (NiMH) and lithium-ion (Li-ion). The rapidly developing and evolving market for EVs is boosting demand for new battery technologies and greater supply. The EV industry has developed quickly, after decades of [...]

Afghan protesters denounce US after American church vows to burn Islamic holy book on 9/11


Afghans protest US church’s plans to burn Quran KABUL, Afghanistan - Hundreds of Afghans railed against the United States and called for President Barack Obama’s death at a rally in the capital Monday to denounce an American church’s plans to burn the Islamic holy book on 9/11. The crowd in Kabul, numbering as many as .... Source article  : Afghan protesters denounce US after American church vows to burn Islamic holy book on 9/11.

Nepal war long over, but 1,300 still missing


KATHMANDU - Four years after a fierce Maoist uprising ended with the loss of over 16,000 lives, thousands of families shattered by the 10-year “People’s War” say they are yet unable to overcome their grief as over 1,300 people remain missing. As the world Monday observes the International Day of the Disappeared, the raw wounds are ... Read : Nepal war long over, but 1,300 still missing.

Diabetes drug increases heart attack risks, say experts


LONDON - Medical experts have urged a ban on Avandia, a drug taken by up to 100,000 diabetic patients in Britain, because it increases risks of heart attack. The Commission on Human Medicines said the “risks of rosiglitazone (Avandia) outweigh its benefits” and called for prompt action. Clinical pharmacologist Yoon Loke of the University .... Original source  : Diabetes drug increases heart attack risks, say experts.

'Sprouty' protein could be a therapeutic target for obesity, osteoporosis


WASHINGTON - A newly discovered protein termed as ’sprouty’ protein could be the answer to obesity and/or osteoporosis, as well as diabetes, osteoarthritis and heart disease. Scientists from Maine report findings on the protein that could ... Read more >>.

A day of racial violence at South Philadelphia High School changes a student _ and the school


Racial violence changes student _ and school PHILADELPHIA - Duong Nghe Ly can’t wait to begin his senior year at South Philadelphia High School. A day of violence there last year changed his life, and he wants to learn if his school has been transformed as well. Last Dec. 3, after years of attacks on Asian immigrant .... Original article  : A day of racial violence at South Philadelphia High School changes a student _ and the school.

In with the new for Emmy comedies, in with the old for drama


Split personality for Emmy Awards Emmy had a split personality this year. Television’s annual awards show honored hot new broadcast comedies “Modern Family” and “Glee,” while sticking with more familiar favorites from cable in drama. “Modern Family” won the Emmy for best comedy in its rookie season. The sweetly uproarious sitcom knit together a gay couple and ... Read this article on Gaea Times at : In with the new for Emmy comedies, in with the old for drama.

Jacqueline Fernandez'd love to work with Abhay Deol


NEW DELHI - Sri Lankan actress Jacqueline Fernandez, who teamed up with Riteish Deshmukh in her first two movies, says she would love to team up with Abhay Deol. Asked about her favourite actors, she said: “I aspire to be like Aishwarya Rai for her elegance and poise. One actor I would like to pair .... Original source  : Jacqueline Fernandez’d love to work with Abhay Deol.

Kyra Sedgwick Earns Emmy Award


LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Actress Kyra Sedgwick was honored with an Emmy award in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series at the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles last night. The award ceremony came with its share of surprise winners who could not be predicted by ... Original source on Gaea Times at : Kyra Sedgwick Earns Emmy Award.

iPods blamed for pedestrian death rise in NSW


SYDNEY - There is a 25 per cent rise in the number of pedestrian deaths in Australia’s New South Wales (NSW), and it is now being blamed on iPods. The “iPod zombie trance” people get into when walking, driving or pedalling around listening to their mobile devices is being blamed for an increase in collisions and .... Original article  : iPods blamed for pedestrian death rise in NSW.

Nokia Dual Sim Mobile Unveiled


DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Desperate to claw back the markets share it has lost to regional competitors in the Indian market, Finnish mobile handset behemoth Nokia has launched 2 dual SIM handsets for the Indian users. The company has been losing market share steadily to the other regional companies for the last few years. Korean .... Source  : Gaea News Network.

Michelle Obama Dressup


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Mahjongg - Ancient Egypt


Search for a mythical lost temple with a mighty adventure into the deepest tombs of the pharaohs. Take a step back through history as you weave down a treacherous path to discover an ancient tomb lost for ages. From the blistering sands of the desert, to the fertile banks of the Nile, each exciting clue brings [...]

60,000 flood victims suffering from epidemics in Balochistan


QUETTA - Over 60,000 flood survivors in five districts of Pakistan’s Balochistan province are reportedly suffering from epidemics, particularly gastroenteritis and malaria. Sources said that the people were suffering due to consumption of contaminated floodwater. ... Read : 60,000 flood victims suffering from epidemics in Balochistan.

Sachin Tendulkar inaugurates hi-tech cath lab in Mumbai.


MUMBAI - Star batsman Sachin Tendulkar inaugurated here a highly specialised catheterization laboratory for cardiac patients in Holy Family Hospital. The lab will enable cardiac patients to immediately undergo a surgery if their angiography shows that he or she requires it. “I feel that, with this facility in the hospital, we have been blessed to serve the .... Source  : Gaea News Network.

Increasing Potential for RIS-driven PACS Modules in Europe, Finds Frost & Sullivan


LONDON, August 24, 2010 - While the penetration of picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) in European hospitals is 80 per cent, the modern radiology information system (RIS) that drives PACS has only reached a penetration level of about 41 per cent. Legacy RIS modules ubiquitously dominate the market and many hospitals are reluctant to install a new [...]

Jharkhand asked to give security to Koda scam petitioner


RANCHI - The Jharkhand High Court Monday directed the state government to provide security to Durga Oraon on whose public interest litigation (PIL) a probe was ordered into the multi-crore-rupee scam allegedly involving former chief minister Madhu Koda. A division bench of Chief Justice Bhagawati Prasad asked the Jharkhand government to provide full security cover to .... Original source  : Jharkhand asked to give security to Koda scam petitioner.

Nuclear civil liability bill moved in Rajya Sabha


NEW DELHI - Minister of State for Science and Technology Prithviraj Chavan moved the civil nuclear liability bill in the Rajya Sabha Monday after the Lok Sabha passed the legislation last week. “I beg to move that the bill to provide for civil liability for nuclear damage, and prompt compensation to victims of a nuclear incident .... Read the original article  : Nuclear civil liability bill moved in Rajya Sabha.

Magna Plan of Arrangement to be Implemented


AURORA, Canada, August 31, 2010 - Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, NYSE: MGA) today announced that, after the close of markets on August 30, 2010, the Ontario Divisional Court dismissed the appeal of certain dissident minority shareholders of Magna and upheld the decision of the Ontario Superior Court approving the previously announced plan of arrangement to eliminate Magna's [...]

Va.'s Black Widow gobbles up 181 chicken wings in 12 minutes to win NY contest, set record


Va. woman devours 181 chicken wings in NY contest NEW YORK - The Black Widow of eating contests gobbled up nearly 181 chicken wings in 12 minutes, devouring the national championship record in Buffalo on Sunday. “I’m so happy!” said Sonya Thomas, who ate 4.86 pounds of chicken wings to win the contest, besting world eating marvel ... Read more >>.

Couple wonders if their car took vacation after odometer jumps 724 miles at JFK lot


Mileage jump has couple wondering where car’s been NEW YORK - A couple who left their car parked in a long-term lot near Kennedy Airport during a trip to California were trying to figure out what their car has been doing without them. Mimi and Ulrich Gunthart said their car odometer reading jumped by 724 miles .... Source article on Gaea Times at  : Couple wonders if their car took vacation after odometer jumps 724 miles at JFK lot.

Rare whale rescued off Maui dies after 2 weeks at Hawaii dolphin and whale hospital


Rare whale rescued off Maui dies after 2 weeks HONOLULU - Federal officials say a rare deep diving whale rescued from a Maui beach earlier this month has died. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration marine mammal response coordinator David Schofield said Monday the male Blainville’s beaked whale was very sick. A necropsy performed after the animal’s death Sunday .... Original article  : Rare whale rescued off Maui dies after 2 weeks at Hawaii dolphin and whale hospital.

Israeli FM says his party will block extension of settlement slowdown, threatening talks


Israeli FM: Settlement slowdown will end JERUSALEM - Israel’s hard-line foreign minister said Sunday that his party will try to block any extension of Israel’s settlement slowdown, a move that could derail the recently launched Mideast peace negotiations. Avigdor Lieberman said the Israeli government must keep its explicit promise to voters that the 10-month slowdown, declared under ... Read more : Israeli FM says his party will block extension of settlement slowdown, threatening talks.

Lok Sabha adjourned over enemy property bill


NEW DELHI - The Lok Sabha was adjourned for two hours Monday - the second disruption on the day - after an uproar over the proposed amendments to the Enemy Property Act empowering the government to dispose of properties in India of those who left for Pakistan in 1947. The amendments reverse over four-decade-old government .... Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lok Sabha adjourned over enemy property bill.

GSDTC Improves Operational Safety and Increases Reporting Efficiency with Oracle Fusion Middleware


China - July 30, 2010 News Facts The China Government Securities Depository Trust & Clearing Co., Ltd (CGSDTC) (www.chinabond.com.cn/d2s/index.html) , a centralized depository and settlement entity for China's bond market, used Oracle WebLogic Server 11g, Oracle Business Activity Monitoring 11g and Oracle Data Integrator, components of Oracle Fusion Middleware, to build a [...]

Energy and Mining Sectors Drive Demand for Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment in South Africa, Finds Frost & Sullivan


CAPE TOWN, South Africa, August 30, 2010 - Increased demand for energy supplies and the need for regulatory compliance by mining companies are driving the water and wastewater treatment equipment market in South Africa. (Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO) (Logo: www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO) New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (www.environmental.frost.com) South African Water [...]

Shiva's mace procession in Himachal begins Wednesday


SHIMLA - The procession of the holy mace of Lord Shiva during the Manimahesh pilgrimage in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh would start Wednesday, an official said Monday. “All arrangements have been made for the ‘Charri Yatra’ (holy mace procession) that would begin from 1,000-year-old Lakshmi Narayan temple in Chamba town,” Chamba Deputy Commissioner Devesh Kumar ... Read more >>.

I can't have birth certificate plastered on my forehead: Obama


WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama says he’s not concerned about rumours about his birthplace or faith blaming an online campaign of misinformation by his conservative enemies for perpetuating the myth that he’s a Muslim. There’s “a network of misinformation that in a new media era can get churned out there constantly,” Obama said in an .... Original source  : I can’t have birth certificate plastered on my forehead: Obama.

Delving deeper into the relationship between youth and digital culture


WASHINGTON - A new thesis explores the relationship between Internet and today’s youth, and how they learn and socialise through new technologies. Sociologist Luc???a Merino at the University of the Basque Country emphasised that the digital generation takes new technologies as something natural and use them intuitively. Thanks to this relationship of normality, young people have, moreover, ... Read more »»».

New Parkinson's gene linked to immune system


LONDON - Scientists have found a new genetic link associated with Parkinson’s disease that implicates the immune system and offers new targets for drug development. Johns Hopkins researchers from the Center for Inherited Disease Research confirmed that a gene in the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) region was strongly linked with Parkinson’s disease; this region contains a ... Read : New Parkinson’s gene linked to immune system.

IBM Plans to Ship World's Fastest Processor in September


IBM recently announced zEnterprise mainframe computer , powered by z196 processors which will provide record breaking speed. The high speed is necessary to manage huge workload such as banks and retailers because world becomes increasingly more inter-connected, data has grown beyond the world's storage capacity, and business transactions continued to reach beyond the ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : IBM Plans to Ship World’s Fastest Processor in September.

Indian officials to meet to discuss BlackBerry ban, decision could come Monday night


Indian officials to meet to decide BlackBerry ban MUMBAI, India - Indian authorities are scheduled to meet Monday evening to decide whether to ban some BlackBerry services in India, one day ahead of a government-imposed deadline for the device's maker Research In Motion Ltd. to give security agencies access to encrypted data. Home Secretary G.K. .... Original article  : Indian officials to meet to discuss BlackBerry ban, decision could come Monday night.

Michigan-ND clash resembles 'Extreme Makeover: College Football Edition.'


Proud powers get early test on rebuilding efforts Michigan-Notre Dame seems so last century now. The game burnished reputations, showcased a handful of top NFL draft picks and often signaled whether either Midwestern power was likely to land a spot in the national championship picture. But the meeting of the sport’s two winningest programs in South Bend .... Source  : Gaea News Network.

Michael Clarke dating underwear model Kyly Boldy


MELBOURNE - Australian cricketer Michael Clarke has been dating underwear model and aspiring TV presenter Kyly Boldy. According to Woman’s Day, Clarke and Boldy, both 29, have been seen going to the movies at Westfield Bondi Junction in Sydney’s exclusive East, but they have been keeping their relationship low-key. A fashion industry insider said that Boldy is .... Original source  : Michael Clarke dating underwear model Kyly Boldy.

8000inc (EIGH.pk) Announces $2M USD Performance in 6 Month Group Review


Year to June 2010, $985K USD Retained Profit, $2.1M USD Shareholder Equity, 6000 Brand8000 Items Dispatched MANASSAS, Virginia, August 30, 2010 - From the Company's formal launch in October 2009, an interim review of subsidiary performance and the Company's stock, has revealed that the first six months figures for 2010 show a retained profit of $985,000.00, USD, shareholder [...]

Terma to Head the ASIM Observatory for the International Space Station


LYSTRUP and HERLEV, Denmark, August 26, 2010 - The Danish high-tech company Terma is to head a European space project with the objective to take measurements and make observations from the International Space Station (ISS). (Logo: www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100926/405945 ) The research project ASIM -The Atmosphere Space Interactions Monitor - is an observatory that [...]

Some of 15 Chinese hostages leave bus as Philippine police enter vehicle


Police move in, some hostages leave Philippine bus MANILA, Philippines - Philippine police stormed a bus Monday evening after shots were heard from the hostage-taker of 15 Chinese tourists, and at least four of the hostages crawled out of the back door. The hostage-taker was killed, said Senior Superintendent Nelson Yabut. There was no immediate confirmation of any ... Original source on Gaea Times at : Some of 15 Chinese hostages leave bus as Philippine police enter vehicle.

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