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Ana has ball toss down, Pat Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:12PMSerbia’s tennis darling, Ana Ivanovic, christened the first night session at Pat Rafter Arena in fine fashion when she disposed of 18-year-old Czech Petra Kvitova 6-4 6-2 to move into the second round of the inaugural Brisbane International.
Two yachties concerned about skipper swim to shore Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:50PMConcerns about the mental health of their skipper prompted two yachties to jump overboard and swim to shore near Kaikoura.
The First Real Test Of Rush Hour After The 40 Flip Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:48PMDrivers made it through the first real test of the highway 40 flip. But there were a few headaches along the way. THe highway 40 flip happened weeks ago, but then we went through the holidays. Experts think today may have been the first real test for almost all commuters to find their way to work. Many got stuck on Brentwood Blvd. "It was a lot of traffic. It was fairly miserable it was ...
Gliders soar Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:37PMForbes Flatlands Hang Gliding Championships enter day four today with good conditions expected for the 76 competitors.
Yachties upside down overnight Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:27PMThe trio who spent a chilly night on their capsized catamaran in Tasman Bay at the weekend were worried about the possibility of a second night exposed to the sea.
Derecktor still sailing despite bankruptcy Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:11PMBRIDGEPORT -- Although its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing has grown a little more complicated, Derecktor Shipyards Connecticut has added more than 100 workers since it filed the action more than six
Interest rate will not be increased: all IMF targets met, says Tarin Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:43PMISLAMABAD (January 06 2009): Finance Ministry has achieved all IMF targets, including 2 percent fiscal deficit by the end of December 2008, and tax collection likely to touch 10.5 percent of GDP as discussed and agreed, said Advisor to PM on Finance, Shaukat Tarin.
For a green Earth Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:28PMABOUT 120 teenagers boarded a naval training ship recently for a different kind of adventure – a green one.
Mourners remember Elizabeth firefighter killed in line of duty Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:26PMGary Stephens, a 28-year veteran of the Elizabeth fire department, was killed last week when he fell under the wheels of a fire truck as it was backing up at a fire scene
Politicians feel tug of online networking Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:06PMHis favorite movie is “Braveheart,” and his favorite TV show is “24.” He also loves playing tennis, running and sailing, according to his Facebook page. His job title? U.S. senator.
10 sports get PSC priority Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 11:44AMBoxing and taekwondo are among the 10 Olympic sports that would be given priority by the Philippine Sports Commission.
Japanese archers carry on mounted samurai tradition Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:15AMZUSHI, JapanIt is about as far from the Olympic sport of archery as it can get. The bow is taller than the person shooting it, and, to the uninitiated, it appears lopsided and unbalanced. There are no sights, no high-tech stabilizers.And, of course, it is done on horseback, at upward of 40 mph.
A sense of where you are Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:13AMI watched as Art Pundt, volunteer and navigation instructor for Coconino County Search and Rescue, held up a gridded topographical map
Scandone nominated for 2008 Yachtsman of Year Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:35AMFormer UC Irvine sailor Nick Scandone, affiliated for years with the Balboa Yacht Club, has been nominated for the 2008 Yachtsman of the Year award, which will be announced in January.
Networking on the Web gets politicians atwitter Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:34AMSites like Facebook offer unfiltered look.
The sport of the samurai lives on Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:10AMSince the 12th century, Japan has held a shooting match between archers wielding long bows while on horseback
Falcons clip Hawks to keep 9-2A lead Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:07AMRamone Andrews missed a chance to pick up some yards on a run-pass option early in the second quarter Friday night.
‘Auring’ slows down, moves from Visayas Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:05AMCEBU CITY, Philippines - At least 1,166 persons were stranded in Cebu on Sunday as the Philippine Coast Guard has yet to lift its order barring 14 vessels from travelling to areas affected by tropical depression “Auring.”
Chinese sailor recalls terror of Somali kidnapping Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:51PMBEIJING: A Chinese sailor who spent 202 days being held by pirates off the coast of Somalia has told of his fear and horror while in captivity, with the worst moment coming when one of his crewmates was murdered.
05-01-2009: Stage set for close battle in KT by-election Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:36PMKUALA TERENGGANU: Strong police presence, party flags flying high and the influx of out-of-town cars ferrying party workers and supporters — the scene is set for a fierce battle to claim the vacant Kuala Terengganu seat.
Chinese sailor recalls terror of Somali kidnapping Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:31PMA soldier guards the Ministry of National Defense in Beijing. A Chinese sailor who spent 202 days being held by pirates off the coast of Somalia has told of his fear and horror while in captivity, with the worst moment coming when one of his crewmates was murdered.
Historic competition still draws crowd Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:16PMZUSHI, Japan --- It is about as far from the Olympic sport of archery as it can get. The bow is taller than the person shooting it, and, to the uninitiated, it appears lopsided and unbalanced. There are no sights, no high-tech stabilizers.
Philip Glenister ditches DCI Gene Hunt for Demons Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8:41AMAs legions of fans yearn for the return of the unreconstructed DCI Hunt, he is back...as Rupert the Demon Slayer. Philip Glenister helps our writer with inquiries about a new TV persona
Pirate attack off Somalia thwarted: Greece Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8:13AMEU forces foiled a pirate attack on a Greek-flagged crude oil-tanker off the coast of Somalia on Friday, Greece’s merchant marine ministry said.
Last-minute donations more than tax breaks Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:46PMDan Jones and his family continued their tradition of waiting on last-minute donations for an important area program.
Jimmy Buffett, mogul of Margaritaville Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:33PMIt’s like the world’s biggest beach party, hosted by the world’s richest beach bum. The 15,000 fans packing the sold-out MGM Grand arena were enjoying the final concert of the season by Jimmy Buffett, the singer whose popularity and fortune grow greater even as his hair grows grayer.
Winning on and off the court Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:30PMWhat: Greater Lawrence Christmas Tourney championship game When: Today, 8 p.m. Where: Lawrence High Central Catholic Raiders (4-0) Position%Name%Height%Year%Points Starters F%Tim Wheeler%6-4%Sr.%2.5 F%Jimmy Zenevitch%6-6%Soph.%7.8
Rise Sir Chris – the Knight Rider Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:28PMLONDON : Call him knight rider or simply Sir Chris Hoy. The British cyclist’s feat of three gold medals at the Beijing Olympics received royal recognition Wednesday in the New Year honors list.
Beach businesses bounce back for New Year Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:22PM The future for the tourism industry looks bright as 2009 kicks off with tons of tourists taking to the beaches.
Sharks at Floreat, Scarborough Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:00PMAT least two more sharks have been spotted off Perth beaches, following nearly a week of constant sightings of large sharks close to shore.
Friends say Money manager was ashamed over Madoff Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 9:39PMNEW YORK—The fraud may not have been the work of Rene-Thierry Magon de La Villehuchet, but it came on his watch. For a man with a deep sense of rectitude, that was shame enough.
The Herts Advertiser Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 4:55AMTHE FINAL reel in the future of the former Odeon cinema in St Albans has yet to be run as a would-be "saviour" waits in the wings.
Doing more for the disabled Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 4:40AMHappy 2009 to one and all! The events of 2008 have gone down in my record book as the most unexpected and remarkable that I have ever experienced.
Malaysian helicopter saves ship from Somali pirates Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 4:23AMKUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - A Malaysian military helicopter, taking off from a warship sailing nearby, scared away Somali pirates trying to hijack an Indian vessel in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) said.
ON THE WATER Nice weather and good fishing Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:49AMTemperatures were positively balmy for the later part of last weekend, and the fishing has been just as hot in local salt water.
Cheer Chen converts her wardrobe into recording studio Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:39AMA quiet girl with power vocals, musical talents and unique ideas up her sleeves, converts her wardrobe into a studio, where she records songs for her new album "Sun". Taiwanese singer-composer Cheer Chen finds rock and roll spirit in such a recording manner.
Go national, think regional Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 8:24AMAs Sun Direct spreads out, it is banking on pricing aimed at consumers who prefer regional language channels. Earlier this month, at a press conference in Mumbai, Sun Direct announced its entry into the city and the rest of the country.
Flashback January 1, 2003-2005 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 8:06AMHe is no conqueror like Napoleon Bonaparte. But despite the burdensome responsibility of leading his people recover from two major disasters, Rota Mayor Benjamin Manglona-a 64-year-old man who has undergone triple bypass operation-displayed strong will and true grit to get Rota back to its feet.
2009 New Years Eve events guide Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 7:50AMRinging in the new year can take many forms of frivolity.
Sailing Knots Lite 2 Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:03AMYeni Mobile presents the new version of Sailing Knots Lite mobile application dedicated to the art of tying knots. More new knots and full animated knots are now available
Sailor struck by lightning as storms lash Hunter Valley Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:00AMA man has been struck by lightning at Lake Macquarie, south of Newcastle, as a severe storm swept through the state's eastern seaboard.
Week of Fortune Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:40PMOf course it ain’t pretty, it’s the future. Your horoscope, unfiltered.Click here to read morehttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Richmondcom-Home/~4/497493696
Latest Updates Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:38PMCall it political tsunami or avalanche, the March 8 general election was the defining moment in Malaysian history and the political landscape will never be the same again.
Dalkin’s more than just a ‘baseball dad’ Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:36PMGrowing up in the suburbs of Chicago, Alan Dalkin was never much of a baseball player. He lived right on the Great Lakes, and instead of taking part in “America’s pastime,” Dalkin did a lot of sailing.
Another lone sailor in trouble Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:36PMPlans being made to help round-the-world sailor in distress in the Southern Ocean.
Another lone sailor may need aid Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:21PMPlans are being made to go to the aid of another lone round-the-world sailor in trouble in the Southern Ocean, near Australia.
Even for Tampa Bay, total collapse was epic Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 11:16PM TAMPA
Sergio García convinced he can move any mountain Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:33PMThe proprietress peered out of the restaurant window and down the street. “Il arrive, the big chief,” she said excitedly.
Chua unperturbed by economic slowdown Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:42PMIt has been an exciting and fulfilling journey for Pulse Group PLC chief executive officer Bob Chua, which saw his business idea take off and gather momentum.
2008/12/28 Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:26PMZiana Zain. RADIN SRI GHAZALI finds out why Ziana Zain’s song made it to the final of Anugerah Juara Lagu 23. WHEN Ziana Zain’s Dingin made it to the final in the Pop Rock category of the upcoming Anugerah Juara Lagu 23 many were surprised.