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Japan's 4th-quarter growth revised down to 3.8 per cent - Update Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:20PMTokyo - Japan's economy expanded at an annualized pace of 3.8 per cent in the fourth quarter, revised down from a preliminary estimate of 4.6 per cent, as companies cut back on their capital spending and inventories, the government said Thursday. The...
Ontario, India to share technology in mining Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:20PMToronto, Mar 10 (PTI) Ontario, Canada's richest province in natural resources, is set to sign a pact with India in the field of mining to facilitate transfer of technology and boost the Canadian investment.
Feds: Kirkland investment adviser stole millions Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:20PMA Kirkland investment adviser accused of stealing an estimated $8 million from at least 20 clients - some of whom say she spent their life savings on million-dollar homes, boats, cars and a stockpile of expensive jewelry - was arrested by federal agents Wednesday.
UK Works On US$1.3 Bn Paiton Power Plant Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:20PMSir Andrew highly appreciated over the solid economic growth in Indonesia.
China's inflation continues to rise Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:18PMChina said Thursday that consumer prices rose in February for the fourth straight month while new lending slowed sharply from a month earlier, as the government stepped up efforts to tame inflation.
Our view: Fighting chance Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:17PMFoster care investments can improve the prospects of Alaska kids.
Madison, Milwaukee among cities wooing Google Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:17PMMadison and Milwaukee are among cities around the country hoping Google will chose to test its new fiber-optic network in their towns.
URI seeks to aid struggling companies Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:16PMIt's the first proposal from the university's new president to partner with private sector
Irvine couple arrested in Ponzi scheme Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:16PMAn Irvine man and his girlfriend were arrested for allegedly running an $8 million dollar Ponzi scheme.
Lehman Seeks to Speed $5 Billion Lawsuit Against Barclays Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:15PMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. asked a bankruptcy judge to help “streamline” its $5 billion lawsuit against Barclays Plc by deeming some of the facts to be undisputed, according to court filings today.
China Will Lead The Way Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:58PMThe future of Asia's capital markets.
Emir, Heir Apparent condole quake victims Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:58PMDoha: The Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has sent a cable of condolences to Turkish President Abdullah Gul on the victims of the earthquake that hit Turkey yesterday.
New research at UNH finds Ramadan increases stock returns in the Muslim world Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:58PMBy: Krista Macomber New research from the University of New Hampshire found that stock returns are almost nine times higher in predominately Muslim countries during the holy month of Ramadan compared to other times of the year. The research suggests that Ramadan may positiv...
Regina to host national infrastructure summit Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:58PMRegina definitely will host a national infrastructure summit in January, Mayor Pat Fiacco said after council voted, during its meeting Monday, in favour of a motion to endorse the event.
Indonesian mission blacklists seven manpower firms Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:57PMDOHA: Seven manpower firms based in Jakarta and here have been blacklisted by the Indonesian embassy for violation of labour contracts of Indonesian domestic helpers.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-09 03:27 FACTBOX-Australia and Indonesian ties Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:57PMCANBERRA, March 9 (Reuters) - Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono arrived in Australia on Tuesday for a three-day visit likely to focus on security, economic ties and asylum seeker traffic. Here are some facts about relations between the two countries, both Group of 20 members: (For a related story, click on)
Bells ring out over Lake Elmo Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:56PMLAKE ELMO - They slow you down at 8 a.m. during the fast dash to get kids out the door to school. They make you pause and listen for a familiar tune while running errands in town at noon. They welcome you home at 6 p.m. after a stressful day at work.
Ins and outs of body work Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:56PMDramatic facelifts are out, breast augmentations are in. Post-weight loss body contouring is on the rise, so is hand rejuvenation.
Yen Rises on Speculation Japan’s Companies Repatriating Profits Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:56PMMarch 9 (Bloomberg) -- The yen strengthened the most in more than a week against the euro on speculation Japanese companies are bringing home overseas earnings before the nation’s fiscal year ends this month.
Ex-mayor in Alabama gets 15 years for taking bribes Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:19AMFormer Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford was sentenced Friday to 15 years in federal prison for taking clothes, Rolex watches, loan payments and cash worth more than $240,000 as bribes in return for lucrative bond work.
Jacksonville hopes to snag the Arkansas State Fairgrounds Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:19AMJacksonville Mayor Gary Fletcher is optimistic that the state fair might move to Jacksonville.
GOP candidates argue over who can end party's long drought in Oregon gubernatorial races Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:18AMRepublicans Chris Dudley, Allen Alley and John Lim largely agreed on issues at the first major GOP gubernatorial debate. But they argued over how to persuade Oregonians to end 24 years of Democratic control of the governor's office.
NM law requires online governmental information Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:18AMSANTA FE - A new law will allow New Mexicans to go to a governmental Web site to track the salaries of political appointees in state jobs.
Review: New book explores the adventures of Mark Twain's final years Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:18AMMichael Shelden's 'Mark Twain: Man in White' is a lively, star-struck and surprise-filled portrait of Twain the septuagenarian, and the image-shaping decisions he made about how he would live his last years.,
Doctor hunts cure for Alzheimer’s Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:18AMDr. George Jackson, a UTMB professor, is using his work with fruit flies to help fight Alzheimer’s disease.
The nuts and bolts of being your own general contractor Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:17AMIt's remodel season. Acting as your own general contractor can save you money, but hiring one can save you headaches.
Jameson: Fool Mother Nature with bulbs ahead of their time Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:17AMDon't get me wrong. I love living in a state that has four seasons, especially after spending most of my life in Southern California, which has one long neuter season punctuated by torrential rain, ravenous fires and winds so furious they peel paint.
Worldwide Investments Recommends Overseas Property Investment in Brazil and Argentina Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:17AMWorldwide Investments Recommends Overseas Property Investment in Brazil and Argentina (PRWeb Mar 6, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Brazil_Argentina/Property_Investment/prweb3693184.htm
Nationwide Building Society Announces New Equity Bond and Savings Cash ISA Options Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:17AMNationwide Building Society Announces New Equity Bond and Savings Cash ISA Options (PRWeb Mar 6, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/cash/ISA/prweb3693524.htm
HBO to film 'Game of Thrones' series in Northern Ireland Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:27AMHBO has officially ordered “Game of Thrones,” a new series based on George Martin's “Song of Ice and Fire” fantasy novels. The series will be shot at the Paint Hall in Belfast , starting in June.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-05 12:18 RPT-CEOs seek firm signal on US climate change policy Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:27AMBy Poornima Gupta
Serbian Central Bank Leaves Benchmark Rate Unchanged at 9.5% Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:26AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- Serbia’s central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at the lowest since December 2007 over concern about the dinar’s volatility and a possible acceleration of inflation from energy-price increases.
Europe sets out 2020 vision - EUbusiness Week 480 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:26AMPublisher's Note ================ Europe this week outlined a new economic strategy for the next decade. The Europe 2020 plan envisions new investment in research and innovation, green energy and education - all part of an overall bid to boost employment and accelerate growth in the face of ever tougher global competition.
2010 Business Expo Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:25AMBusinesses can cash in with new customers at the annual Harrison Daily Times Business Expo set for Friday and Saturday, March 19-20. Booth spaces have continued to sell out each year and participants leave with the satisfaction of advertising dollars being well spent.
Prudential Said to Pay $500 Million to Rights Offering Managers Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:24AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- Prudential Plc , the U.K. insurer that’s buying an American International Group Inc. unit in Asia, will pay about $500 million in fees to managers of its $21 billion rights offering, two people with knowledge of the agreement said.
Friday March 05 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:24AMKUALA LUMPUR, March 5 — The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has declared a dividend rate of 5.65 per cent for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2009, up 115 basis points over the 4.50 per cent paid out for 2008.
Research and Markets: China Carbonated Beverage Manufacturing Industry, 2010 is Valuable for Anyone Who Wants to ... Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:22AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China carbonated beverage manufacturing industry, 2010" report to their offering.
5 documents that should always be reviewed by an attorney Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:21AMWhile the advice to “never sign anything without your lawyer” is common, the notion of having everything reviewed by an attorney is a bit extreme for most people. However, there are certain documents for which this is always highly recommended. Here are five documents you should never sign without the advice of counsel.
Quality of life in Jacksonville Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:09AMHow would you describe the quality of life in Jacksonville? That was the question posed to those attending the Quality of Life Committee’s first meeting last week.
JPMorgan to boost Malaysian ops Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:08AMKUALA LUMPUR: JPMorgan Chase & Co. JPM.N said on Wednesday it plans to grow its commercial bank in Malaysia in 2010 and increase the number of employees working for its treasury services operations within three years.
AICTE frames regulations for imparting technical education Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:08AMNew Delhi, Mar 3 : All India Council for Technical Education has framed regulations for imparting technical education and a legislative proposal for regulating the entry and operation of foreign educational institutionsin the country is under consideration of the Government, the Lok Sabha was told today.
Opel chief hopes for European governments' backing Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:08AMGENEVA -Opel chief executive Nick Reilly said he hoped European governments will commit to restructuring the ailing auto company within four to five weeks after parent company General Motors promised extra financial investment.
Council changes investment policy Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:07AMMoney management is very important, especially in times like these. Jacksonville City Council voted Monday night to adopt the Investment and Operational Policies for Management of Public Funds.
Citi’s Primerica Plans to Sell $230 Million in Shares (Update1) Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:07AMMarch 3 (Bloomberg) -- Primerica Inc., an insurance unit owned by Citigroup Inc. that’s planning an initial public offering, said it agreed to sell $230 million of stock to Warburg Pincus & Co.
China local govt debt may top $1.65 trillion Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:07AMBEIJING: Chinese local governments may have incurred more than 8 trillion yuan (S$1.65 trillion) in debt, including 7 trillion yuan in bank loans, the 21st Century Business Herald reported on Wednesday.
U.S. Said to Tell Hedge Funds to Save Euro Records (Update1) Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:07AMMarch 3 (Bloomberg) -- The U.S. is asking hedge funds not to destroy trading records on euro bets, according to a person with knowledge of the requests, as Europe and the U.S. step up scrutiny of the funds’ role in the Greek debt crisis.
Springfield couple indicted on real estate fraud charges Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:07AMA Springfield husband and wife were indicted by a federal grand jury Tuesday for their roles in a $1 million real estate investment scheme.
Property sales to rise 5-10pc: RAM Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:06AMTHE outlook for Malaysian property market is promising with sales volume expected to increase by 5 to 10 per cent this year, according to RAM Holdings Bhd.
Financial reform compromise rebuffed in Senate Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:11AMSources told Reuters Saturday night that neither Democrats nor Republicans had embraced an offer made on Friday by Democratic Senator Christopher Dodd to scale back President Barack Obama 's proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA).
Sculpting minds: Wellborn has the county school system's only full-fledged creative arts program Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:11AM“It’s free. You get to draw. You get to post your work on the Internet. That’s how you get known.” said Wesley Brown, a Wellborn High sophomore.