Tented camps take luxury under cover Dec 30, 2008
When India's royalty went camping, their tasseled tents were made of velvet and embroidered silk. Devised by husband-and-wife hotel design team Amit and Shalini Gehlot, the billowing pavilions contain handwoven carpets, royal pennants, and love swings made from salvaged shesham wood. (CNN -- Travel)
Princess Di collection a plum job for appraiser Dec 14, 2008
She's my guide to the culture and royalty, Gordon mused. In truth, Olivier's sense of what royalty means in England was pretty important ... Gordon also devised a list of criteria that would help him value the Diana collection worldwide celebrity, troubled life, mystery in death, an early death, major accomplishment, royalty and sex appeal. (Missoulian, MT)
Mumbai embroidery firm stitches India's racial groups together Dec 10, 2008
Through word-of-mouth sales to Indian royalty, New York socialites, and ladies who lunch from London to Hong Kong, her venture now brings in 85,000 dollars a year. The income, she said, supports families of embroiderers in Calcutta, the biggest city in eastern India, and whole villages in the country's poorest state of Bihar. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Tent experiences geta designer makeover Dec 4, 2008
Worlds best tented camps - Luxury- msnbc. $7 online stock trades. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial and Operating Results-Production Growth Generates Record Funds From Operations and Adds to Financial Flexibility Nov 5, 2008
- Royalty rate decreased to 19 ... - expected levels of royalty rates, operating costs, general and administrative costs, costs of services and other costs and expenses ... Royalty payments are made to the owners of the mineral rights on leases, which include provincial governments (Crown) and freehold landowners, as well as to other third parties by way of contractual overriding royalties. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
'Faberge's Eggs' goes over easy Oct 28, 2008
eggs story is about the collecting mania the thrill of the chase for objects associated with royalty, revolution and retribution. Are they artistic masterpieces. (USA Today -- Life)
H.A.L. - Hollywood's Aggregated Links Oct 3, 2008
Your iTunes are safe: Apple threatened to shut down its online music-buying service if the Copyright Royalty Board raised the royalty rates paid to music publishers ... royalty rate, the result would be to significantly increase the likelihood of the store operating at a financial loss - which is no alternative at all. (Variety)
September activities continue in Kingsburg Sep 11, 2008
Prizes are being developed to present to the new royalty. Coronation and prize presentation will take place on a stage at the fall classic. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Christie's prices Chippendale hoard at $21m Sep 8, 2008
Everyone's heard of the fabulous Faberge bejewelled eggs from the Russian firm that counted most of Europe's royalty as customers. But the miniature studies of various animals in semi-precious stones for which the firm is also renowned are less easily recognised. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Code of silence Aug 27, 2008
Designing womanCeleb designer Ally Coulter, who's done homes and interiors for Kyle McLachlan, the Hilfigers, and European royalty, opened a fancy design store in Newport, R.I., a few weeks ago. With her to celebrate: featured artist Max Skeen; president of Holland & Sherry Bryan Dicker; New York antiques dealer Nicholas Brower; Ralph Lauren Home sales director Tham Kannalikham; and Dyer Jones, former commodore of the New York Yacht Club. (Boston Globe)
Earthenware Victorian Staffordshire... Jul 30, 2008
Figures from their day include children, animals, royalty, sportsmen, actors, politicians and murderers. Staffordshire refers to a region in north east England famous for centuries for pottery production. (Suite101.com)
Luxe Travel: Port Wine in Portugal, Sultry St. Lucia Jul 23, 2008
The daily rate is a surprisingly modest $556 per night, compared with the $1,500 to $2,200 daily rate for the Grand Suites no doubt favored by Nobel laureates and royalty. Ladies also get fruit on arrival and the somewhat mysteriously identified "female amenities." A stroll away is the Nobel Peace Centre and the National Theatre. (Newsmax)
"Royal Memorabilia, On A Remarkable Scale" Jul 5, 2008
Roth remarked that, "In the world of upstairs, downstairs, it's said, William Tallon managed to meet royalty somewhere in the middle: a servant who cultivated friendships among artists and developed an eye for talent, a footman rewarded for long and faithful service.". Head auctioneer James Grinter showed Roth Tallon's Royal Victoria medal in gold. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Shell Rock kicks off annual Fourth of July celebration Wednesday Jul 1, 2008
7 p.m., introduction of 2007 Shell Rock Royalty. 8-11 p.m., The Chocolate Crackers on main stage. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
At a Woodbury Gallery, the Frame's the Thing Jun 28, 2008
In the spirit of a time when museums treated their star paintings like royalty that must be dressed in only bespoke finery, Mr. Miller specializes in creating frames that are each meant for just one piece of art. His businesses, P.H. Miller Studio, Frame-Makers, encompasses more that, and all of what is on offer will be showcased tonight and Saturday as Mr. Miller throws himself a party to mark his 25th anniversary of making a living by doing something that inspires his passion. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Even the Queen is feeling the crunch as Jun 28, 2008
the old excuse about bringing in the tourists dosent wash any more,paris and rome bring in more tourists than us and they dont have any royalty ... Usual thoughtless anti-royalty nonsense from dim-wits. (Times Online)
On Bond Street in London, the super-rich still go shopping for jewelry Jun 12, 2008
The avenue still attracts royalty and its fame is legendary: for precious jewels, antiques and works of art, fashion and the accessories of gracious living, its shops are considered unsurpassed. Today, Bond Street is a litmus test of the fortunes of the world's seriously wealthy. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
This week's Education Notes May 12, 2008
Join them and other young actors from the greater Boston area on Alice s journey into a world of fantasy and illusion: a land of talking animals, comic royalty and races that are run in circles. Tickets for Alice in Wonderland are $12 for reserved seating and $9 for general seating. (Acton Beacon, MA)
How do you spot a fake autograph? Apr 4, 2008
Royalty depend on autopen machines to get through their Christmas card lists. But under scrutiny, even the autopen can be detected, says Mr King. (BBC News -- UK)
Today's butler has traditional skills, and new ones Mar 23, 2008
She has taken care of everything from $75,000 carpets to rare antiques in second homes on private islands, and has catered for parties with hundreds of guests, including movie stars, royalty, and politicians, she says. "I have a fabulous job," she says, "and through it I've done a lot of very exciting things I wouldn't have done on my own.". (Boston Globe)
Raiders of Solo's lost art Mar 22, 2008
The museum's relics came from the grand Hindu and Buddhist empires that dominated the region before the coming of Islam - and the collections of Solo's King Pakubuwono XIII, who sits at the apex of Indonesian royalty. In recent years the once-powerful Surakarta Kraton - the ancient name for Solo's palace - has fallen on lean times. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
JAKKS Pacific(R) Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results for 2007 Feb 20, 2008
To save a permanent link to this news, right-click the dateline (Ctl-click on a Mac) to copy the link. JAKKS Pacific Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results for 2007. (BusinessWire)
Hot Wheels(R) Kicks off 40th Anniversary with Unveil of Diamond-Encrusted Car at New York Toy Fair Feb 16, 2008
He has earned a global reputation for creating lavish, over-the-top, diamond masterpieces for extremely selective clientele, including European and Middle Eastern royalty. He is also known for his spectacular one-of-a-kind diamond pieces for entertainments biggest stars including Jessica Alba, Ashton Kutcher, LeBron James, Michael Jackson, Princess Latifa Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Lil Jon, Missy Elliot and others. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
In the front row Jan 23, 2008
Last Updated: 12:01am GMT 22/01/2008. Hilary Alexander reports direct from the front row at Paris haute couture week. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Downtown La Mesa will get a spruce-up Jan 13, 2008
Sabah Farhan, owner of Royalty Jewelers, disagrees. Farhan said there is less foot traffic than a few years ago. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Check out our list of Southeastern festivals Dec 18, 2007
Festivities begin with the Twelfth Night celebration and feature 43 krewes and 2,000 royalty members in seven colorful parades. Special events for kids and seniors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Carroll Shelby Licensing Responds to Comments by Ken Eber and Rick Kopec Dec 8, 2007
"I wanted to explain my concerns to the members of the Shelby American Automobile Club directly, but couldn't because SAAC has refused to give me a list of its members, even though the licensee agreement with SAAC requires them to allow me access to their books and records. So I am being forced to share the facts through a news release. Rick Kopec and Ken Eber, two of the individuals who run the for-profit business called SAAC, have said that they don't know why we didn't renew their annual... (PR Newswire)
Pet Friendly White Mountains NH Oct 16, 2007
Royalty Inn, Gorham, NH. Royalty Inn is a "Four Season Family Resort in the White Mountains. Enjoyable recreation at the inn includes indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, jacuzzi, sauna, game room, heath and fitness club, racquetball and more. Pets allowed in smoking rooms with $5 per pet, per day fee. 603-466-3312. Top Notch Inn, Gorham, NH. The inn is nestled the the beautiful White Mountains, just minutes form Story Land, Santa's Village, Moose Tours and Mount Washington. Motel features... (Suite101.com)
more » Sep 25, 2007
The Cockrells received 6,500 when they signed the mineral rights lease, 4,500 when a pad was installed, 500 in compensation for cut timber and 100 for a pipeline easement but have received no royalty checks from the gas yet. They are making plans to hook up to their community water system, but it will cost them 15,000 to make the half-mile connection, Jerry said. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Geena Davis to hold celebrity auction Sep 25, 2007
The event will feature "make it and take its" with Elena from Scrapbook Royalty on hand to facilitate a variety of projects. Munchies and beverages will be provided. (North County Times)
Say goodbye to summer with drives to small-town wonders Sep 25, 2007
Or, a museum that holds a bust of a 10,000-year-old man who could have been royalty of a sort, definitely was a Texan before Texas existed and might have belonged to a people from Japan. But little Clifton, pop. about 3,600, is a growing arts concern, anchored by the Bosque Conservatory, several Western artists who live and work in the area, and two galleries; there are plans to turn old buildings into more retail spaces for arts or a restaurant and apartments. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Elvis forever the king Aug 16, 2007
" As a part-time Elvis impersonator for more than 30 years, Shupe is an expert witness on Elvis mania. He sees it everywhere, from local senior center concerts to huge corporate conferences. While the enthusiasm ranges from a passing fancy for "Heartbreak Hotel" to something bordering on outright Elvis worship, Shupe sees that almost everyone has a reaction when the man in giant sideburns and a jumpsuit enters the room. "I think he was the closest thing to royalty that we ever had in this... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Visitors flock to Hobo Days Aug 15, 2007
You can have your picture taken with royalty of course, their crowns are made of coffee cans and the campfires they rule are run by hoboes. You can wander down to the Hobo Jungle where any moment an impromptu concert featuring traveling musicians from all over the country might sit down and play a song or two. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Clubs and shields take the offensive Aug 11, 2007
In the art world, as elsewhere, an association with royalty or a powerful figure is no bad thing. Take the Faberge gem-studded eggs made for Russia's Romanov dynasty, or the deco jewellery of Wallis Simpson, for whom Britain's King Edward VIII cut short his reign. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Inland Community News briefs: 'King and I' to open at Kit Carson Jul 24, 2007
Group members will meet at 10 a.m. Aug. 11 at the library and listen to guest speaker Betty Finch, co-author of "The Immortal Molded Gourds of Mr. Zhang Cairi." Generously illustrated, this book reveals the how-tos of the art form once reserved for royalty. A potluck lunch will follow the meeting. (North County Times)
Eco-Luxury Sets the Tone for the Architectural Digest Greenroom at the 59th Primetime Emmy(R) Awards Jul 24, 2007
With a client list that ranges from European royalty to Hollywood's biggest stars, Mr. Corrigan is known for his ability to create elegant spaces that are equally comfortable and have an environmental consciousness. Timothy Corrigan has offices in Los Angeles and Paris. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Back-In-Time Trips Jul 22, 2007
But when you are visiting the homes of royalty, it makes sense to live like a king. More On This Topic. (Forbes)
Visit past eras with back-in-time vacations Jul 20, 2007
But when you are visiting the homes of royalty, it makes sense to live like a king. Don't miss this on MSNBC.com. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Old Parks, New Thrills Jun 10, 2007
Romance fit for royalty. How well does San Ysidro Ranch protect its guests' privacy. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Red Hat Society visits Higbee Jun 5, 2007
The ladies were treated like royalty in a special room of the Center with tables decorated with red and purple tablecloths. They enjoyed a chicken dinner with the trimmings as they looked forward to the afternoon tour. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
When dollars joined royalty Apr 29, 2007
Published: April 27, 2007. Americans abroad who feel a need to connect with earlier generations of expatriates should take note of the new exhibits at the expanded American Museum in Britain, located in Bath, England. (International Herald Tribune -- At Home)
Sleep like and with royalty Apr 13, 2007
Castles where you can sleep with royalty - Luxury Travel - MSNBC.com ... Sleeping with royalty. (MSNBC -- Travel)
North San Diego County Times Community News Briefs: Anger seminar for women slated Feb 27, 2007
SAN MARCOS ---- Scrapbook Royalty, Charitable Crops for a Cause, will hold a scrapbooking fundraiser from 9 a.m. to midnight March 3 at the Boys Club of San Marcos, 1 Positive Place ... This will be the fourth event in a year held by Scrapbook Royalty, Charitable Crops for a Cause. (North County Times)
Tommy Chong to help raise money for Ed Rosenthal's pot fight Feb 25, 2007
"Daley is expected to win easily over two challengers -- Circuit Court Clerk Dorothy Brown and William "Dock" Walls, who served as an aide to one-time Mayor Harold Washington.Slow down and watch out for whales, Spain tells ships in Strait of GibraltarMADRID, Spain (AP) -- Spain wants ships to slow down and watch out for whales while passing through the Strait of Gibraltar, one of the world's busiest maritime routes.The recommendation drew praise Saturday from environmentalists who sought the... (North County Times)
What’s in your Attic? Feb 24, 2007
I was treated like royalty, and the people of Texarkana were just wonderful. I can t wait to get back there next week, and you might tell them to expect a pop-quiz when I return. (Texarkana Gazette, TX)
An artist's life in a loft Feb 22, 2007
It is the latest creative incarnation for Chiang, 59, who hails from restaurant royalty. He is the son of Cecelia Chiang, founder of the Chinese restaurant Mandarin in Beverly Hills. (Los Angeles Times)
The Cougar Lounge - A Fancy Blur Feb 5, 2007
Roger is, of course, referring to the private jet Arizona head coach takes home from remote outposts like Pullman that are rumored to be without personal bathroom attendants, a team of derriere masseuses for all those tough nights sitting on those hard benches and the appropriate cardinal and navy diamond-encrusted fez hats befitting basketball royalty. Aside from that little worry, there were no worries in Tucson as the Cougars completed their first sweep of the Wildcats in 24 years and then... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
