Wednesday, July 18, 2007 A pipe has burst in New York City, the largest city in the United States, causing a generator to explode. The explosion occurred in Midtown Manhattan near Grand Central Terminal (GCT) and the Chrysler Building, and approximately at the intersection of 41st Street and Lexington Avenue. Nearby buildings have been evacuated,…
Leaked cables cause Australian concern
Friday, December 10, 2010 Leaked diplomatic cables between Australia and the US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, have raised controversy in the Australian community. The documents were released by the whistle-blowing website Wikileaks. The cables between the then prime minister of Australia, Kevin Rudd, and the US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, revealed that China…
CanadaVOTES: Libertarian Kevin Stricker running in Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar
Saturday, September 27, 2008 On October 14, 2008, Canadians will be heading to the polls for the federal election. Libertarian Party candidate Kevin Stricker is standing for election in the riding of Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar. Born in Saskatoon, he graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2003, with a B.Sc. with Great Distinction in Computer Science; he…
3 Things You Need To Think About Before Purchasing A Timber Garden Shed
More On This Topic: Emerald Shed Cost 3 Things You Need to Think About Before Purchasing a Timber Garden Shed by Casey Eeles A timber garden shed is a popular alternative option to the steel garden sheds that are on the market today. A timber shed has warmth about it that the steel range lacks….
Man charged in £26.5m robbery
Sunday, November 6, 2005 Belfast — An Irish construction worker accused of a record breaking £26.5 million (US$45 million) bank robbery committed in December 2004 was formally charged in a court in Belfast on Friday. Dominic McEvoy was charged with possession of a firearm and false imprisonment in connection with the case. On December 20,…
Affordable Fine Art: A Quick Guide To Buy Authentic Art
More On This Topic: Academy Of Film, Theatre & Television Submitted by: Shanaya Article A piece of art enhances the d cor of a room, irrespective of its size and projects a person s taste. It reveals someone s character as well as their sentiments regarding it. A piece of art always alters the interiors…
International participants showcase different industry cultures at 2008 Taipei Game Show
Friday, January 25, 2008 B2B Trade Area of Taipei Game Show, criticized by trade buyers last year, but accompanied with 2008 Taiwan Digital Content Forum, moved to the second floor at Taipei World Trade Center for world-wide participants with a better exchange atmosphere this year. Not only local OBMs (Softstar Entertainment, Soft-World International Corp., International…
Woman sells name on eBay
Wednesday, March 30, 2005 A Knoxville, USA woman has sold her name on eBay and received an offer. Terri Iligan, age 33, will legally be named “goldenpalace.com” after the required legal work is complete. The casino owning the website paid $15,199 over the eBay auction service. She said that she got the idea when trying…
Allowable Carryon Items When Travelling On An Airline Travel Deal
More On This Topic: Restaurant Takeaway Menu Vancouver Canada By Marcus Bradley Before boarding on the plane, any traveler should consider the things they bring. There are several items that are not allowed in the plane or regulated in certain amounts. Thus, a considerable knowledge on the allowable carry-ons when traveling will prove to be…
Feared toll of Indonesian floods, landslides up to 130; dozens missing as bridge swept away
Thursday, December 27, 2007 Heavy rains in Indonesia yesterday triggered widespread flooding and landslides across the nation. It has emerged that last night a bridge was swept away by the swollen river it stretched across, leaving around 40 to 50 people missing in Madiun, East Java. Meanwhile, the total toll of those known or feared…