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Lack Of Lifeguards Intolerable Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 3:51AMPHUKET: When it comes to showing visitors a good time, Phuket is hard to beat. But when it comes to keeping them safe, the verdict has to be: 'Must try harder'.Much has been written recently about the...
Dodgers give Taiwan rave reviews Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 3:15AMDodgers give Taiwan rave reviews
Positive response at Matta Fair as H1N1 subsides Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 5:38PMKUALA LUMPUR: Visitors to the ongoing Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Fair are more willing to fork out for their tour packages, now that the fear of influenza A(H1N1) has subsided.
Photos from 'iLOOMANation' appear serene, shot during Daniel Looman's global mission work Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:50AMExhibit is showing at Butch's Dry Dock in downtown Holland.
Tough times for Tibetans in China Nepal says US report Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:30AMTibetans in China face torture and travel restrictions and even those who move to neighbouring Nepal lack adequate rights, says the latest US state department human rights report for 2009.
Travel industry recovering from recession - Feature Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:22PMBerlin - Recovery, not recession, was the buzzword at the world's largest travel show in Berlin, the ITB, where 187 countries were vying with one another to lure more European visitors to their part of the ...
An Express Lane From Camera to Computer Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:20PMFiber optic links may soon help consumer gadgets and computers communicate with each other at ultrahigh speeds.
Applied continues to expand in Asia Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:15PMFab tool giant Applied Materials Inc. has opened its expanded Tainan Manufacturing Center in Tainan, Taiwan.
Cats star is feline groovy Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:26PMCATS is back on the Melbourne stage, and actor John O'Hara is loving his rock star moment as one of the sexiest purring creatures in the cast.
RP as adventure site pushed in Taiwan Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:41PMThe Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) in Taipei is positioning the Philippines as the world’s leading adventure travel site for Taiwan’s about half a million leisure divers.
Security act won't hurt tourism, say operators Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:31PMThe government's plan to grant the armed forces broad powers to control mass anti-government protests planned for this weekend is unlikely to affect tourism, say operators.
China faces new pressure to let currency rise Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:44PMChina faces mounting pressure from trading partners to loosen currency controls and is giving signs it might raise the value of the yuan to ease strains on its fast-growing economy. A stronger yuan could help China's leaders achieve their goal of making the... China - Currency - Asia - Economy - Travel and Tourism
Presentation of results from open-label extension study of Xenazine announced Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:26AMLundbeck Inc. today announced the presentation of results from an open-label extension study of Xenazine- (tetrabenazine) for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington's disease (HD). Data from this study demonstrated that after an 80-week treatment period, subjects treated with Xenazine experienced a statistically significant reduction in chorea score (p
BUSINESS IN BRIEF 6/3 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:22AMThe organizers of this year’s Vietnamese high- quality goods awards gave prizes to 776 businesses at the Rex hotel, Ho Chi Minh City on March 5. Among them, 204 products won “The best Vietnamese products” awards and 136 businesses in 10 service categories were voted “best services” by consumers.
Forbes' 48 heroes of philanthropy Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:08AMDaniel Petre, 49 Executive chairman of technology investment firm Netus. Stephen Tindall, 57 Founded the Warehouse group of bargain variety stores. George Lewin, 59 Invented the Triton workbench in 1975.
Macau.com Launches Hong Kong Hotel Early Bird Special Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:13AMMACAU.COM, Macau’s leading online destination marketing and travel company, launches Hong Kong Hotel Early Bird Special. From now on, visitors who book any of the featured Hong Kong hotels at least 7 days in advance will enjoy exclusive early bird rates. (PRWeb Mar 6, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/03/prweb3691074.htm
Macau.com Launches Hong Kong Hotel Early Bird Special Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:00AMMACAU.COM, Macau’s leading online destination marketing and travel company, launches Hong Kong Hotel Early Bird Special. From now on, visitors who book any of the featured Hong Kong hotels at least 7 days in advance will enjoy exclusive early bird rates.
Ghana: 53 Years And Counting....Any Direction? Part 1 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:08PM(Appiah Kusi Adomako, Leaders of Tomorrow Foundation, London) Saturday 6th March marks 53 years since we broke free from the colonialism. It is indeed a day we cherish as a nation. Recent trends show however that even 14th February Valentine Day is becoming more popular than 6th March.
Asia Pacific region hosted 3% less international visitors in 2009 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:10PMAsia is hosting less international tourists but demand is returning.
Tourism in Asia rebounds but still well down Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:10PMPreliminary figures released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) indicate the numbers of international visitors to the Asia Pacific region fell by an estimated 3% in 2009.
Nine Million Players and Counting, Free Realms Continues Rapid Growth Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:30PMFree Realms (PC) Targeted new content proves to resonate with players.
Mactan’s magic Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:19AM“Yet it is, nevertheless, a prospect of much charm that I unfold for you — long tranquilities during which you will observe a sunset as men in the outer world hear the striking of the clock, and with far less care.
Other stories Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:46AMTHE MANILA Economic and Cultural Office (MECO), the Philippines’ representative office in Taiwan, said in a statement yesterday it will focus promotion efforts among Taiwanese tourists on honeymooners, adventure travelers and firms that award incentive trips to employees.
NAHBS 2010: Small builders go the extra mile Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:22AMShowstopping craftsmanship
Increase in cost of air travel despite economic crisis: survey Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:08AMNew Delhi, Mar 4 : Contrary to predictions that the global financial crisis would lead to reduction in air travel costs, latest trends indicate an increase in overall air fares in the Asia Pacific.
Rahman plans massive music tour in June Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:21AMLondon, March 4 (IANS) Oscar winning music maestro A.R. Rahman has reportedly teamed up with Amy Tinkham, known for creating live musical concerts for Britney Spears and Mariah Carey, for a tour to salute Bollywood and Indian music.
No Filipinos hurt in Taiwan quake—MECO Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 1:18AMThere are no reports of casualties among some 75,000 Filipinos in Taiwan after a 6.4-magnitude earthquake there Thursday morning, the Manila Economic and Cultural Office said.
U.N. council ready to tackle Iran nuclear issue Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:12PMUNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The president of the U.N. Security Council said on Tuesday it was ready to tackle proposals for new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, while U.S. diplomats worked to persuade China that action is needed.
Blogs Last updated: February 27, 10:37 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:10PMFree from the usual constraints of mass production and cost cutting, creations shown at NAHBS exhibited a level of craftsmanship and detail that you'll very rarely see on a showroom floor.
Long-haul bookings up Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:31PMDESPITE the lower turnout, total sales at the biggest travel fair in town broke new records at the weekend. By the end of the three-day event - one of two held by the National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (Natas) annually - about 62,000 people had snapped up more than $63 million in travel deals.
City Services Offered on Huntington Website Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:07PMResources for people who live and work in the city of Huntington are now just a click away.
World's Best Water Put to the Test Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:53PMWater from around the world was put to the test this Weekend in West Virginia.
Creating a Healthy "New You" Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:53PMCamp "New You" is a program that's designed to teach children and their families how to live healthy and get active.
Cheer & Dance Competition Comes to Huntington Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:52PMLots of high flying competition and fun had cheerleaders hoping to take home top honors Sunday.
Funding Substance Abuse Programs Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:07PMWhen the proposal to raise West Virginia's beer tax fizzled, it was no defeat for the bill's chief advocate.
Moneyline Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:18PMA quick read on business news for March 1, 2010
BREAKING NEWS: Small Fire Reported at Chiropractor's Office Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:22PMA small fire called emergency crews to Nichols Chiropractic in Ashland Sunday afternoon.
Taiwanese claim tug-of-war world indoor title in Italy Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:08AMA tug-of-war team from the Taipei Jingmei Girls High School won the World Indoor Championship in Cesenatico, Italy, on Saturday, thanks to the success of the athletes’ strenuous efforts to train and bulk up over the past several months.
US policy like China’s Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:07AMTwo points in Parris Chang’s op-ed article (“Justifying US arms sales to Taiwan,” Feb. 22, page 8) need some elaboration.
Marshall Alumni Center Opens Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:28PMNine million dollars later, the Marshall University's Alumni Center has a new home in Foundation Hall.
Los Angeles Dodgers not ruling out Manny Ramirez for trip to Taiwan for exhibition series Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 2:13PMThe Dodgers have not ruled out the chance Manny Ramirez will fly to Taiwan to be part of the exhibition series.
Car Crashes into Bridge Support, One Killed Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 1:13PMOne man is dead after crashing his car into a bridge on Route 194 East in Biggs, Kentucky.
Clear the Snow Before You Go Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 12:43PMHitting the roads in a snow covered car could cost you.
Death toll rises following Chile quake Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:21AMAn 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Chile early Saturday, killing at least 147 people, collapsing buildings and setting off a tsunami.
Snow Days Continue to Add Up Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:58AMIt's going to be stick-your-nose-to-the-grindstone from now until summer for students across West Virginia.
RP braces for tsunami after Chile quake Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:58AMMANILA (Updated) -- The Philippines and the rest of Asia, Australia and south Pacific braced for a tsunami after a devastating earthquake hit the coast of Chile on Saturday, killing at least 147 people as of this posting. read more
MLB: A leaner Dodgers' James Loney sets strong tone Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:12AMPHOENIX — The questions regarding James Loney have never changed: Will he ever hit for power? If so, when?
National League Team Notes Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:20AMnl notes
Twitter-Yahoo deal puts 'tweets' in Yahoo webmail Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:44AMTwitter updates also displayed on home page Yahoo and Twitter have joined forces to put Twitter feeds on Yahoo home pages, email accounts, Yahoo Sports and other sites in a broad content-sharing agreement that also includes Twitter in Yahoo search results.
Twitter feeds to show up in Yahoo Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:05AMContent sharing alliance bears fruit Yahoo and Twitter announced a deal to put Twitter feeds on Yahoo homepages, email accounts, Yahoo Sports and other sites in a broad content sharing agreement that also includes Twitter in Yahoo search results.