The worst seems to be over, but retailing is still a tough business. These companies closed a lot of stores in 2009, and are likely to be closing more this year. Sources: The companies (spokespeople and websites), Davidowitz & Associates, About.com Ritz Camera 2009 Store closures: 365 Outlook: Almost half the company’s stores have shut […]
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Europe’s $57 billion plan to put windmills in the ocean
Paris – Wind is the fastest growing renewable energy in Europe – making up a third of new energy here, with 20 turbines added every working day in 2008, according to EU statistics. What the European wind energy industry now wants is to expand – offshore. Ocean winds are a stronger and more predictable form […]
Interracial couple denied marriage license in La.
NEW ORLEANS – A white Louisiana justice of the peace said he refused to issue a marriage license to an interracial couple out of concern for any children the couple might have. Keith Bardwell, justice of the peace in Tangipahoa Parish, says it is his experience that most interracial marriages do not last long. “I’m […]
Jackson insisted promoter hire his cardiologist
Michael Jackson insisted that his concert promoter‘s payroll include his personal physician, a financially troubled cardiologist who was with the entertainer just before he died. Dr. Conrad Murray was hired by AEG Live to accompany the pop star to London for his comeback series of concerts, said AEG Live President and Chief Executive Randy Phillips. […]
What Happens to Your Facebook Profile When You Die?
The company decided to publicize the policy because of a backlash caused by a new version of the site’s homepage that was rolled out on Oct. 23, which includes automatically generated “suggestions” of people to “reconnect” with. Within days of the launch, Twitter users and bloggers from across the Web complained that some of these […]
Tibet News Sites
Canada Tibet Committee Seeks to restore Tibet to its status as an independent state. Distributes regular news reports about current situation in Tibet. China’s Tibet Information on Tibet, presenting China’s Government position. Phayul.com News and views on Tibet by Tibetans. Radio Free Asia: Tibet News and analysis from international broadcaster. Tibet Online News and information […]
UK comedian Eddie Izzard completes epic run
LONDON – Standup comedian Eddie Izzard completed a 1,100 mile (1,770 kilometer) run across Britain on Tuesday, staggering across the finish line at London’s rain-soaked Trafalgar Square. The cross-dressing comic, better known for running through his routines in drag than running marathons, said he managed the feat of endurance with only five weeks’ training. “I […]
Should You Change Jobs Before Applying for a Mortgage?
“My wife and I are considering buying a new house, and I am considering changing jobs to earn a higher salary. I have been at my current job for five years. Rather than changing jobs, I am also considering the possibility of going into business for myself. Whatever I decide to do, should I do […]