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Do we still need Women's Day? Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:48AMUp to some years ago, I'd have said we don't, at least not for women in the west. Why did we need an international day, if we had finally reached an era when we were at par with men? Perhaps we only needed an international day for the sake of solidarity with women in Third World countries.
Owner of Monet Salon and Spa, buffeted by illness and recession, seeking a buyer Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:46AMSCOTTS VALLEY -- Julie Monet has put her heart into her career as a hair stylist and owner of her own business, developing a loyal following.
The Point's new retail experience Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:46AMArtist's impression of The Point's interior: the Sliema mall will be Malta's largest. Malta's largest mall, the €60 million The Point, part of Sliema's Tigné Point development, will open at the end of the month to introduce a new retail experience to Malta.
Perdue shops and dines in Hendersonville Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:44AMBlueridgenow.com On Saturday, Gov. Bev Perdue and her husband, Bob Eaves, visited Hendersonville, taking time to do some shopping at the Curb Market and eating lunch at Mike's on Main.
Horton's slip shows on the bars Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:40AMWORCESTER - Maxim Devyatovsky is learning English, but neither Berlitz nor Rosetta Stone can prepare a foreign speaker on the proper pronunciation of Worcester.
Commercial real estate's challenges are apparent in downtown Cleveland corridor Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:40AMTo see the turmoil in commercial real estate, you don't have to look much further than East Ninth Street and Superior Avenue in downtown Cleveland. This corridor is the local face of a national problem -- one that is troubling in Cleveland but more severe in overbuilt markets like Las Vegas and Miami and battered cities such as Detroit. Across the country, a wave of office buildings, shopping ...
Getting fired turned out for the best for spa owner Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:40AMI am owner of Spa LaRue in Manasquan, which celebrates its fourth birthday soon. How did I fall into this fabulous profession that I truly love and belong in?
Sleeping in style in Ireland Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:38AMTourists love Ireland for many reasons, including Guinness, golf and the easygoing graciousness of the Irish people. I love the country for its accommodations. Historic townhouses, glamorous boutique hotels, country manors, ancient castles — Ireland is packed with distinctive places to stay.
Panama City Beach looks beyond spring break Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:38AMPANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. — March and April on Panama City Beach conjure images of raucous concerts and throngs of barely dressed teens and twenty-somethings cruising the city's streets.
Linda Jo Scott: The world has lost some friendliness Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:34AMSad to say, our world seems to be a less friendly place than it was when I was growing up in the 1940s and 1950s. Neighbors often don't even know their neighbors anymore, and children are firmly instructed not to talk with strangers.
Add Wal-Mart to growing list of potential tenants at center Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:27PMThe Wal-Mart chain wants to open a 94,000-square-foot store above Lowe's in 25th Street Station. WV Urban Development LLC, headed by Rick Walker and Lawrence Cager, is seeking city and community support to build the $65 million shopping and residential center. Community leaders from around the area were called to a...
Welcome to Wal-Mart? Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:27PMThe ripple effects of developer Rick Walker's proposed $65 million shopping center in Remington are being felt as far away as Roland Park, where Schneider Paint & Hardware has been dodging the big-box bullet for years. Hechinger's once anchored Northwood Shopping Center, but "that didn't impact us a whole lot,"...
Don’t Bet on a Recovery Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:24PMI would challenge those who fantasize about a consumer-led recovery to describe where the spending money will come from.
Putnam chamber event is set for March 18 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:23PMSCOTT DEPOT -- Professional Floor and Wall Covering will host the Putnam County Chamber's March Business After Hours on Thursday, March 18, from 5-7 p.m. at its Scott Depot store.
State Better Business Bureau cites Top 10 Scams of 2009 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:19PMWALLINGFORD — Though 2009 may be fading in memory for some, for others it will be remembered as a year of scammer ingenuity. More grifters took pains to doctor Web sites so thousands of unsuspecting dupes would believe their innovations were real.
Concerned citizens group files appeal against Southington VIP store Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:19PMSOUTHINGTON — Concerned Citizens for a Pornography-Free Southington, a local group seeking to close the recently opened Very Intimate Pleasures store, filed an appeal Monday with the Zoning Board of Appeals and a Freedom of Information demand with the town for the final permits for VIP for the Queen Street store.
Beijing on alert as annual political session opens Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:15PMBlack-clad SWAT teams patrolled downtown Beijing on Tuesday and an AIDS group was ordered to cancel a seminar as part of China's security clampdown ahead of this week's opening of the national legislature's annual session.
Serving up dose of good health Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:14PMA NEW education program in Maroondah and Yarra Ranges is set to tackle the growing problem of type 2 diabetes.
New H-E-B construction on schedule Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:12PMComal County shoppers can look forward to easier access for groceries, as H-E-B moves forward with two new county stores. H-E-B officials said this past week that construction is on schedule for New Braunfels’ second store, located at Loop 337 and State Highway 46.
Santa Fe becoming a very sweet spot Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:07PMBakers are sweet on Santa Fe, Guaranty Bank closes in La Marque, and a popular gay bar in Galveston moves from the seawall to downtown.
Troops deployed amid Chile unrest Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:23PMThousands of Chilean troops head to the devastated earthquake zone as reports emerge of survivors turning to looting.
Faith Hope Consolo: The Faithful Shopper: Unexpected Treasures -- Museum and Retail Dining Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:22PMIt's a well-kept secret that some of the best restaurants in any major city are located in its museums and department stores.
Trail Rangers Seek Ridgeland Volunteers Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:21PMA new volunteer group has formed to patrol Ridgeland’s Multi-Use Trail. Trail Rangers are cyclists, runners, walkers, bird watchers, photographers – any type of user of the trail. Rangers will wear identifying apparel such as a certain colored vest or bib with the Trail Rangers logo and they will carry a cell phone. If any suspicious persons or activity are seen on or near the trail, the ...
Google adds Picnik to its basket of acquisitions Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:21PMGoogle Inc. is adding online photo editing service Picnik to its basket of recent acquisitions.
Parked Car Hit And Runs A Big Problem In Savannah Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:21PMImagine returning to your car from shopping and finding your bumper has been smashed…with no note left behind. It happens to more people more often than you might think.
Carrier Source Inks Master Agent Agreement With New Edge Networks Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:19PMLAS VEGAS, March 1 /PRNewswire/ -- CHANNEL PARTNERS SHOW -- New Edge Networks, the managed services business communications unit of EarthLink Inc., is pleased to announce that Carrier Source, a leading one-stop telecommunications management company specializing in business services, has signed on as a Master Agent.
Men embrace being home dads Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:18PMWhile women are busy breaking through corporate glass ceilings, increasing numbers of men are shattering childcare stereotypes.
GO NOW: Los Angeles Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:18PMEVEN for Los Angeles, it has been a strange season: Heavier than normal rains, an economy in need a strategically placed pair of jumper cables and too many untimely celebrity deaths to mention. But when you sail into town in the ten minutes during w...
Candidates make last sweep before Texas primary Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:17PMWith the clock ticking in a rough Republican primary, Gov. Rick Perry and Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison swept through the urban areas of Texas on Monday seeking votes in their gubernatorial showdown.
Canadian Red Cross accepting donations for Chile earthquake Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:17PMFernando Espinoza didn't give it much thought when he awoke Saturday morning, turned on his computer and was told by a friend that an earthquake hit Chile.[...]
Toyota president speaks exclusively with 27 NEWSFIRST Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:52PMAkio Toyoda talked to us during his visit Thursday to Toyota on Nicholasville. You can see the interview tonight on 27 NEWSFIRST at 11.
Wal-Mart to join Lowe's in shopping center Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:49PMAdd Wal-Mart to the growing list of tenants who want to come to a planned shopping center on the edge of north Baltimore.The big box chain is expected to open a smaller version of 94,000 square feet, ...
Moment Sporting Events Sets Date for 2010 San Diego Triathlon Classic Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:49PMRace Date Set for Sept 18, 2010, Registration Available Online
Albertsons to keep trying to acquire Bashas' Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:47PMAlbertsons LLC, the Boise, Idaho-based operator of Albertsons supermarkets in Arizona and seven other states, plans to pursue its efforts to acquire Bashas' Inc. in bankruptcy court despite the Chandler company's rejection of its bid.
Marysville's Margaret Kime still plugging along after 99 years Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:46PMMARYSVILLE -- If Shaklee nutrition company wants to document its success, they should visit Margaret Kime. She’s been taking their products for almost 50 years. Kime swears by Vivix, an anti-aging tonic.
Crocs names new CEO, Duerden to retire Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:46PMThe head of shoemaker Crocs Inc. will step down from his post next month and leave the company's board of directors, the company said Thursday. The company, known for its resin shoes, said President and CEO John Duerden will retire March 1. He'll be replaced... Crocs - Footwear - Clothing - Shopping - John Duerden
Peoria Residents Still Looking for Improvement Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:45PMPEORIA - New numbers show most Peoria County residents are happy living in the area - but not all county services make the grade.
Taking a look at the fringe Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:43PMThis week, we take a look at the clubbing scene on the fringes of the Klang Valley. We like to call it the outer ring. Here are some of the more active clubs outside the confines of KL.
Cool and charming Chiang Mai Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:42PMIT DOES not matter how many times you have visited Chiang Mai inThailand, there is always something new to be discovered in the ancient land.
Capital attractions Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:42PMBANGKOK is a city worth visiting for its unbelievable shopping experience alone, but there is more to the city than retail therapy.
Burke Counties Jonathan Broxton among best Closers in all of baseball Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:16PMAccording to the website pro fantasy baseball dot com the top four closers in the game heading into the season are: Minnesota's Joe Nathan, Boston's Jonathan Papelbon, New York's Mariano Rivera and former Burke County star and Los Angeles' Jonathan Broxton.
Samsung LN46C550 46-Inch is available for pre-order Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:14PMSamsung LN46C550 46-Inch is available for pre-order at Amazon for $1,049.99. The Samsung LCD 550 HDTV is as nice design wise as it is in picture quality. An exclusive Touch of Color design combines texture and color that will complement any room. It fea...
Uncle Milton Star Theater Pro on Sale Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:14PMUncle Milton Star Theater Pro on Sale at Amazon for $121.13. Ever wished you could sit and watch the stars even on a cloudy night? Or that your room was filled with the night sky any time you wanted. Well you can do both with Uncle Milton Star Theater ...
14 years for killing our mother is a joke – she should have got 30 years Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:13PMA TEENAGE girl who stamped and kicked a grandmother to death during a row over £5 and a cigarette has been jailed for at least 14 years.
A bomb that was just a blast from the past Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:12PMThe sheer recklessness of dissident republicans in Northern Ireland was demonstrated once again on Monday night by the car bomb attack launched at the courthouse in the County Down border city of Newry.
Silly Market deal would keep weekly bazaar on Main Street Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:11PMPark City officials and the organizers of the Park Silly Sunday Market have negotiated an agreement to keep the weekly bazaar on Main Street, a deal
Duo anything but messy Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:09PMON THE Mess Hall's modest website, visitors will find album and tour details, a handful of links to other sites (including the Sydney duo's more extensive Myspace presence) and some diary-like tales from the band's drummer Cec Condon.
Horizon City Listed As Safest City In El Paso Area Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:07PMHORIZON CITY, Texas -- A new review compiles the safest neighborhoods in the country and one city in the El Paso area made the top of the list. The safest neighborhood according to www.walletpop.com is Horizon City.
Ping An Seeks to Defy Past by Expanding Bank, Asset Earnings Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:06PMFeb. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Co., the world’s second-biggest life insurer, aims to sell banking and investing services to its 50 million customers with a one-stop shopping model being abandoned by U.S. and European companies.
More American generations living under one roof: study Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 2:33PMReuters/New York More generations are living under the same roof and the trend will deepen as US families grappling with near double-digit unemployment share expenses, a study showed yesterday.