Gift giving on a budget Dec 11, 2008
Skip cherry, lemon and lime flavors by not buying the Life Savers candy book for your secret Santa this holiday. Instead, try giving White Russian, cr;me brul;e or sticky toffee. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Dec 6, 2008
Latest news, breaking news, current news, UK news, world news, celebrity news, politics news - Telegraph. Latest news, breaking news and current news from the UK and around the world, plus celebrity news and political news from Telegraph. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Fossilised poo from oldest American people found Dec 6, 2008
" Although many are convinced, there is still a possibility of contamination. There is "an element of doubt," Science is told by Prof Tom Dillehay of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, whose excavations at a 14,600-year old Chilean site also challenge the Clovis theory. In the wake of recent work, "the Clovis First argument is pretty much dead in the water," adds archaeologist Prof Jon Erlandson of the University of Oregon, Eugene.... (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Chris Moyles apologises for comments about Poles and prostitutes Dec 5, 2008
"His climbdown came on the same day that Communications Minister Lord Stephen Carter - the former head of media watchdog Ofcom - claimed the BBC had a "grip" on taste and decency problems.Moyles, who earns 650,000 a year for presenting his breakfast show, made the comments on November 19. The latest controversy comes days after the corporation was forced to apologise after the actor John Barrowman exposed himself live on air on the same radio station.Last month the BBC received 42,000... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Nanotube secrets of Damascus steel blade Dec 5, 2008
How the interest cut affects savers and borrowers. Compare more than 6,000 tariffs and services quickly and securely. (Yahoo News -- Nanotechnology)
Banks under pressure to cut borrowing costs after rate cut Dec 5, 2008
"The Bank is also now considering radical plans to pump cash directly into the economy the nuclear option for when interest rate cuts fail. High street banks will next week be summoned to a meeting at the Treasury to discuss their lending practices. Treasury officials have privately indicated that they will not hesitate to intervene if they discover that banks are behaving inappropriately. Discussions with the banks are being led by Lady Vadera, a former aide to Gordon Brown who is now a... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Success of abstinence in cutting teen pregnancies is a 'myth' Dec 5, 2008
" In Britain, experts say that the Government missed its target of cutting the under-18 pregnancy rate by 15 per cent from its 1998 level in spite of the 150 million campaign to reduce pregnancies among young girls. It was also likely to miss its target of halving teenage pregnancies by 2010, probably achieving a reduction of about 17 per cent. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1535684/Success-of-abstinence-in-cutting-teen-pregnancies-is-a-myth.html Related Content External Links More on... (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
'Only a matter of time before terrorists use weapons of mass destruction' Dec 5, 2008
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NHS spending millions fixing botched plastic surgery done abroad Dec 5, 2008
" http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/3544764/NHS-spending-millions-fixing-botched-plastic-surgery-done-abroad.html Related Content More on ... Advertisement most viewed TODAY PAST WEEK PAST MONTH Sponsored Features Search the Telegraph Market Place for health and fitness products as well as all your home and garden needs. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Sponsored Features Chef Mark Gilchrist reveals his top South African recipes. Read them and then tell us your own. Welcome... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Tax arrears mop-up doubtful Nov 9, 2008
NEW DELHI: Call them vanishing bucks. Over 80% of Indias cumulative tax arrears may never be recovered. (India Times)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Oct 7, 2008
Icesave savers warned on accounts. Monkeys work in Japanese restaurant. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
What is an Heirloom? Aug 15, 2008
In the meantime, enjoy this summer s fruits of old, the special treasured varieties passed down by generations of dedicated seed savers. Think of them as farm-fresh antiques. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Save money on U.S., international travel Jul 26, 2008
This solo travel specialist offers "Solo Super Savers," with selected departures. For instance, a "Spanish Winter Fiesta" April 11-19 that includes Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Grenada, Cordoba and Seville has a price starting at $1,959 per person for a shared room or for a single room. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Samsung and Thomas Kinkade Collaborate on LCD Prototype That Integrates Fine Art and HD Programming Jun 4, 2008
From the outset, were going to deliver a truly superior digital viewing experience, thats a quantum leap beyond the staid world of screen savers, an easy-to-enhance electronic gallery befitting the tradition of artistic excellence that has been a hallmark of Thomas Kinkade art, said Todd Stewardson, Vice President, Thomas Kinkade Company. We will later modify our planned system to permit consumers to be able to see the brush strokes, shading and texture of the canvas in a rendering... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Coke to sell collectible foreign language cans in U.S. as Olympic promotion May 11, 2008
At , users can design their own digital Coke bottle to share with others around the world; learn about the Coca-Cola "Six Pack" of athletes; download wallpaper and screen savers; and enter a sweepstakes for a snowboarding trip with Olympic medalist Gretchen Bleiler to Vancouver, the site of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. The Web site also will feature "WE8," a global collaboration between eight exciting visual artists and eight progressive musicians to create eight limited-edition aluminum... (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Dollar's clout sinks worldwide Mar 15, 2008
In Bolivia, billboards feature George Washington's image on a $1 bill alongside a bright pink 500 euro note, encouraging savers to turn to the euro to tuck away money earned abroad or sent home in remittances. "If the dollar falls ... save in euros!!!" say the signs popping up around La Paz for Bolivia's Banco Bisa. (MSNBC -- Business)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Feb 23, 2008
SAVERS-LOSERS (Grant, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) -- "Savers are losers," best-selling author warns. 700. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Our experts look at the crystal ball for 2008 Dec 30, 2007
I'M NOT alone in expecting the Bank of England base rate fall in 2008 and while this isn't great news for savers, under normal circumstances it would at least be good news for borrowers. However, due to the credit crunch this isn't the case. (Scotsman)
Convenience, time play increasing role in holiday decorating Nov 25, 2007
Pre-lighted trees, wreaths and garlands are popular time savers. So are the display trees at area florists. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Bulletin board Oct 24, 2007
Grant program for savers. South Shore Community Action Council is offering a program for low- to moderate-income individuals who are saving for a first home, education for themselves or a family member, or resources to start or expand a small business. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Tea pricier than gold has a nation of savers hooked Jun 25, 2007
Traditionally the Chinese are savers ... au/news/world/tea-pricier-than-gold-has-a-nation-of-savers-hooked/2007/06/24/1182623745480. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Thrift Store Savings Pile Up Feb 6, 2007
Shoppers in Utah County have several thrift store options available to them, including two Deseret Indus-tries located in American Fork and Provo, Savers in Orem, and Community Thrift Relief or CTR Thrift also in Provo ... Aubrey Tuttle, a Savers Thrift Store shopper, also enjoys the low prices ... At the mall I can get two shirts for $50 or 20 shirts from Savers for $50. (The Daily Universe, UT)
