EU and U.S. try to rekindle Doha trade talks Jan 25, 2008
Published: January 24, 2008. Against a gloomy economic backdrop, the United States and the European Union called Thursday for a fresh effort to rescue stalled trade talks to restore confidence in the global economy and stave off the growing threat of protectionism. (International Herald Tribune)
China issues 'urgent notice' on power shortages Jan 24, 2008
China issues 'urgent notice' on power shortages - International Herald Tribune. The Chinese government issued an "urgent notice" Wednesday to power generators, coal companies and railways to address an electricity shortage that has led to rationing in nearly a third of the provinces in recent weeks. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Total faces 'huge cost issues' in Iranian gas project Jan 23, 2008
Total faces 'huge cost issues' in Iranian gas project - International Herald Tribune. The French oil company Total said Tuesday that it was facing budget problems on a major liquefied natural gas project in Iran and that it was reviewing plans with the Iranian government. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Europe looks stronger after Asian stocks rebound Jan 23, 2008
A man checks an electronic stock board in Tokyo where the benchmark Nikkei index gained 421. 35 percent, Wednesday. (International Herald Tribune)
Kings Park in Western Australia Jan 22, 2008
In 1895 the area was opened as Perth Park but was renamed in 1901 when King Edward VII came to the throne in England. These days it is controlled by the Botanic Gardens and Park Authority and two thirds of it is natural bushland. (Suite101.com)
Negotiators hope to restart global trade talks at Davos Jan 22, 2008
Besides the U.S. and EU trade chiefs, their counterparts from India, Brazil and South Africa are to share lunch at the Davos forum. (Stefan Wermuth/Reuters). (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Citizen journalist wins loyal following blogging about Iraq war Jan 22, 2008
Michael Yon was not a journalist, and he was not sure what a blogger was. He had been in uniform but not in combat, and he wanted to keep it that way. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Lack of skilled labor threatens U.S. manufacturing Jan 22, 2008
A lack of skilled workers has becalmed half of the Hamill factory in Pennsylvania. (Joann Morrison/Reuters). (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Bank of Japan holds rates steady as economic growth slows Jan 22, 2008
Reuters Published: January 22, 2008. The Bank of Japan left interest rates unchanged Tuesday, and the bank's governor, Toshihiko Fukui, said there was no change in the bank's basic stance on interest rates, which it has said it would raise gradually, despite market turmoil. (International Herald Tribune)
Fallen idolsBuilt as shrines to the great, statues meet a humiliating 'death' Jan 20, 2008
Statues to the mighty are erected as permanent monuments. But those regarded as heroes by one political regime are often denounced as villains by the next, their statues left unloved or toppled and carted off to the wilderness. (BBC News)
Investors brace for further stock market declines Jan 20, 2008
Reuters Published: January 20, 2008. World stock markets have taken such a beating recently that many investors will head into this week asking whether they need to add worries about an equity bear market to their fears of economic recession. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Renewed optimism helps Asia rebound; Europe recovers Jan 18, 2008
Asian stocks rose Friday, led by technology shares and banks, on hopes that tax breaks and interest-rate cuts in the U.S. would avert a recession there. " The MSCI Asia Pacific index climbed 0.1 percent to 146.94 by early evening in Tokyo, reversing earlier losses of as much as 2.6 percent. Advances Friday helped the benchmark to trim its weekly loss to 3.1 percent. In Japan, the Nikkei 225 gained 0.6 percent to 13,861.29, while the Topix added 0.8 percent after earlier falling below 1,300 for... (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
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Renewed optimism helps Asia rebound; Europe recovers - International Herald Tribune. Asian stocks rose Friday, led by technology shares and banks, on hopes that tax breaks and interest-rate cuts in the U.S. would avert a recession there. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
In a time of crisis, sovereign funds suddenly more welcome in Europe Jan 17, 2008
" As low-lying countries worry about rising sea levels - the Netherlands is considering building Tulip Island. As the sixtieth anniversary of the invention of the transistor nears, Reuters TV ventures to a town in the UK ... Roads are so expensive in Switzerland that truck transporters are using railways to move their goods. In Romania, the Logan is becoming the new cult vehicle, and it's countdown to extinction for the old Dacia. Airbus views the A350 as the key to its recovery from last year's... (International Herald Tribune)
Comment is free Dec 28, 2007
Even shooting people look back queasily to the vast battues beloved of Edward VII, George V and their cronies, with thousands upon thousands of birds massacred in a day, though at a price. "Up goes a guinea, bang goes sixpence, down comes half a crown," went the sarcastic Victorian phrase. (Guardian Unlimited)
* Queen Elizabeth is UK's oldest-ever monarch at age 81 Dec 22, 2007
" The queen's landmark means her eldest son is approaching his own record -- the longest wait by an heir to the throne. Victoria's son became King Edward VII in 1901, aged just over 59 years and two months. Prince Charles turned 59 five weeks ago, on Nov. 14. The anti-monarchist group Republic urged the queen to mark the milestone by giving up her job. Spokesman Graham Smith said her retirement would allow Britain to debate reforming its Constitution to create a new head of state. "Elizabeth... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Queen Elizabeth reaches milestone: oldest ever British monarch Dec 21, 2007
Victoria's son became King Edward VII in 1901, aged just over 59 years and two months. Prince Charles turned 59 five weeks ago on Nov. 14. (Boston Globe)
Queen becomes longest living British monarch Dec 21, 2007
She became the heir after Edward, then King Edward VIII, abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee, and her father became King George VI. ... Certainly, she is ahead of her nephew, James I, whom she outlived by 11 years or George I, George IV, and Edward VII.. (Times Online)
British composer gets a fresh look Dec 6, 2007
None more so than "Pomp and Circumstance" March No. 1, which premiered in 1901 and was then reworked with text in the Coronation Ode for Edward VII of 1902. Its tradition in American graduation ceremonies began when it was performed on the organ when Elgar received an honorary doctorate from Yale in 1905. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The Fat Lady sings Nov 26, 2007
If Proust had his madeleine, the happy moment in Dickson Wright's childhood is conjured through the taste and smell of a sausage eaten on a picnic; 40 years later, at a food fair, she found it again (the porky treat, created for Edward VII, is still made by Musk's of Newmarket). There was no question of young Clarissa becoming a professional cook - that was servant's work. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
The magic kingdom Nov 7, 2007
And there was intrigue, too, surrounding his birth: some said Edward was the result of an affair between his mother and the King, Edward VII, but others said the real reason the monarch spent time with his mother was that she was the product of an earlier affair, making his new namesake his grandson. James's life illustrates many things, but one of them is that social connections and great wealth do not necessarily augur great happiness, and may instead condemn a man of promise to a restless... (Guardian Unlimited)
'My Fair Lady' at the Hippodrome Nov 6, 2007
Nunn moved the action forward from 1908 to 1910 - a seemingly trivial change, but one that coincides with both the death of King Edward VII and the burgeoning suffragette movement. The latter is particularly important, as it positions Eliza as a budding feminist. (SunSpot.net)
Blackmailed royal 'not a senior family member' Oct 31, 2007
In 1891, the future king Edward VII discussed with his solicitor paying off two prostitutes he frequented in return for letters he had written to them. "Anybody thinking of taking on the royals, let alone using threats against them, can learn from this unsavoury business," wrote veteran royal commentator James Whitaker in the Daily Mirror. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Missing from the Royal Blackmail Scandal Oct 30, 2007
The whole world was gripped by the 1936 abdication of Edward VIII after he decided to marry the American divorc;e Wallis Simpson ... In 1981, the Duke of Clarence, son to King Edward VII, paid 200 pounds to secure indiscreet letters he had sent to a prostitute. (TIME)
British royal targeted in blackmail plot Oct 28, 2007
In 1891, the future Edward VII discussed with his solicitor paying off two prostitutes he had visited in return for letters he had written to them. Details emerged in 2002 when the letters were sold at auction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Plenty of time to swap hats Oct 23, 2007
There's the PGA Grand Slam of Golf, the King Edward VII Gold Cup sailing regatta, the Bermuda International Race Weekend jogging event, and who could forget the Bermuda Cat Fanciers' Association Cat Show. Despite the endless list of distractions, Bruce Gordon is a man with his finger on the pulse in Wollongong, Bermuda and Winnipeg. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Tats all, folks Oct 10, 2007
RUMOURED TATTOOEES King Harold II King Edward VII Sir Winston Churchill His mother Ex-US Secretary of State George Shultz. As with so many social phenomena, the change in the status of the tattoo has happened simultaneously in the UK and US.. (BBC News -- UK)
Staying At Andy's Sep 23, 2007
cle glory days: various Rockefellers, Rudyard Kipling, Helen Keller and even King Edward VII, who paid special attention to Skibo's plumbing. (Buckingham Palace was being remodeled at the time. (Forbes)
School party tragedy Sep 17, 2007
Earlier reports suggested that the boy killed was thought to be the headboy of King Edward VII school in Houghton, however, a parent whose son attends the school told iafrica. com that the boy killed was a Grade 11 pupil and was not the headboy. (iAfrica.com)
By George, This 'Fair Lady' Has Got It! Sep 15, 2007
By George, This 'Fair Lady' Has Got It. " Cazenove was dynamic and commanding on stage. His enthusiasm for the plum part was clear, from every drop of disdain Higgins ladles on women to his passionate outpourings for the English language. Lisa O'Hare's Eliza Doolittle matched Cazenove's energy pound for pound, as she skimmed across the stage with lively elegance. The British actress embodied the scrappy flower-girl-turned-lady. It was as easy seeing her work the streets like a good girl as it... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
The Royal Alexandra Theatre Aug 29, 2007
Named for Queen Alexandra (the great grandmother of the present Queen Elizabeth), King Edward VII gave his permission for the word Royal in the name of the theatre. Cawthra Mulock did not have many years to enjoy his impressive achievement of the Royal Alexandra Theatre; he died in 1918 at age 36 of Spanish Influenza in New York City, leaving behind a wife and four children. (Suite101.com)
Royal Alex Theatre celebrates centenary Aug 28, 2007
Named after the wife of the reigning monarch, King Edward VII, the Royal Alexandra Theatre opened on Aug. 26, 1907. The theatre was spearheaded by young Toronto businessman Cawthra Mulock as a way to raise the international profile of the city. (CBC.ca)
Didn't they do well... Aug 25, 2007
Further success was celebrated at Lynn's King Edward VII School, where the number of students gaining five or more A* to C grades hit 55 per cent, a two per cent increase on last year. The school reported an overall pass rate of 97 per cent, while 50. (Lynn News)
Today in History August 9 Aug 9, 2007
In 1902, Edward VII was crowned king of England following the death of his mother, Queen Victoria. In 1930, a forerunner of the cartoon character Betty Boop made her debut in Max Fleischers animated short Dizzy Dishes. (MSNBC -- Race)
Got a spare $21 million? Aug 5, 2007
The furnishings include a 19th century bedroom suite made by John Henry Belter, and an ornate snooker table that belonged to King Edward VII, who ruled England at the start of the 20th century. Quail hunting is "the king sport," according to Kevin McGorty with Tall Timbers, a nonprofit group that helps conserve plantation land. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
London exhibit charts a history of sailor chic Jul 24, 2007
It starts with the trim cotton sailor suit that Queen Victoria ordered in 1856 for her son, the future King Edward VII, immortalized in a sugar-sweet portrait by Franz Xaver Winterhalter and at a more kitsch cultural level in the Minton china plates and jugs that sold this idea of kiddy sailor style to the people. Even then, there was something ham about the "little boy blue." Victoria's diary entry reads: "Bertie put on his sailor's dress, which was beautifully made by the man on board who... (International Herald Tribune)
Vinokourov can shake off field but not the questions Jul 7, 2007
A vast stage was erected in Trafalgar Square for last night's team presentation, Pall Mall was festooned with signs directing Tour vehicles to their parking zones, and below the statue of Edward VII on Waterloo Place the vast zone technique for the myriad television vehicles was being set up. On the Mall itself, among the barriers and inquisitive crowds, the futuristic grey bubble-balloon that denotes the finish of today's prologue was clearly visible among the barriers, with no less a sight... (Guardian Unlimited)
Letter from Europe Jul 5, 2007
Edward VII of Britain visited this bucolic corner of Bohemia six times during his short reign and each time took a bath in the Royal Cabin, as his private bathroom at the Nove Lazne hotel is still called. For about $45, you can, too. (International Herald Tribune)
The source of hard, cold cash behind the surreal Jul 4, 2007
The eccentric Englishman, whose mother was rumoured to be the daughter of King Edward VII, was educated at Eton and Oxford, was friendly with Winston Churchill and John Betjeman and commissioned art from the surrealism clan. His house guests at Wimpole Street, London, included Magritte, who painted James's head for La Reproduction Interdite (Not for Reproduction). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Boston man dies on cruise to Bermuda Jun 21, 2007
He was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital in Paget, where he died about 3 a.m., police said. The Norwegian Majesty cruise left Boston on Sunday and arrived in Bermuda on Tuesday. (Boston Globe)
Royal Ascot crowd numbers down Jun 20, 2007
"The Silver Ring (admittance 15) is indeed much better, even if this effort has been made to encourage the proles not to go poking their noses in where they're not wanted. It was introduced in 1908 because King Edward VII felt not enough was being done "for the comfort of the ordinary people". But the stench of privilege still hangs in the Berkshire air.Phillip and Pauline Gausten from Bushey praised the bar and toilet facilities while Daphne Marks from Stanmore said there "more stewards this... (Guardian Unlimited)
World's Most Expensive Hotel Suites Jun 10, 2007
King Edward VII of England, Sir Winston Churchill and the Aga Khan are just a few of the famous people who have stayed in this two-bedroom suite, which goes for $13,500 a night. The 2,000-square-foot space is inspired by the splendor of the Louis XIV era and is filled with French 18th-century mahogany furniture. (Forbes)
Share of women in industry has dropped since 1907 Jun 10, 2007
In 1907, Edward VII was monarch, Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman was prime minister, the first Boy Scout camp was held and meters appeared in London cabs for the first time. In that year, the biggest employers were iron and steel making, engineering and shipbuilding with 1. (Guardian Unlimited)
Comment: Michael White Jun 8, 2007
Would the government make a statement on BAE, asked bearded Lib Dem MP David Heath, whom Saudi princes would assume to be a love child of Edward VII and a camel. Mr Straw declined for two forceful reasons: it is all Mrs Thatcher's fault and any publicity will upset the Saudi royals who spread a lot of butter on British economic bread. (Guardian Unlimited -- Politics)
A look at the 13, 36-hole sectional qualifiers for the U.S. Open Jun 3, 2007
Only club to have a monarch as its captain, King Edward VII in 1935-36. Winston Churchill played the Old Course, which, built in 1903, is four years older than the New Course. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Royal Servant May 31, 2007
Thursday, May 31, 2007 Last Update: 06:40 AM EDT NYC Weather:69. SUPREMELY CONFUSING TRANSIT. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Galleries, galas, grand pianos May 20, 2007
Ceremonies uniting future kings and queens also include Edward VII and Princess Alexandra of Denmark , George V and Princess Victoria Mary of Teck , and George VI and Lady Elizabeth Bowes Lyon (the current queen's parents). The exhibition includes photographs, documents, wedding gifts, and other matrimonial memorabilia. (Boston Globe)
Jamestown as It Never Was May 8, 2007
The Great Britain of Tony Blair may be more diverse than the land of Victoria and Edward VII, Lloyd George and Winston Churchill -- but is it a better nation ... The Great Britain of Tony Blair may be more diverse than the land of Victoria and Edward VII, Lloyd George and Winston Churchill -- but is it a better nation. (Townhall.com)
Pat Buchanan challenges queen, asserts society better off in 1957 than today May 8, 2007
The Great Britain of Tony Blair may be more diverse than the land of Victoria and Edward VII, Lloyd George and Winston Churchill but is it a better nation. Only if one worships diversity can one say Britain is a better, stronger or greater country than she was on the eve of the Great War, a century ago, when Britannia ruled a fourth of the world. (WorldNetDaily)
Today in History May 6 May 6, 2007
In 1910, Britains King Edward VII died. In 1935, the Works Progress Administration began operating. (MSNBC -- Race)
ROYAL PROGRESS May 6, 2007
Before that there had been no new coach since 1902, when one was made for the Queen's great-grandfather Edward VII.. The Daily Telegraph ran color photos of this new 1. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Restored: the world's first hydroelectric house Apr 1, 2007
He wanted to create a cutting-edge home to show important guests, including the King of Siam, the Shah of Persia, an Afghan prince, and the future King Edward VII and his wife Alexandra. Armstrong eventually presented the patents for his guns to the British government and was knighted in gratitude in 1859. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
My year with Camilla Mar 31, 2007
Camilla's great-grandmother was Alice Keppel, the mistress of Edward VII and someone in whom the young Camilla is said to have shown a great and giggling interest. Camilla grew up between the family's country home in Plumpton, East Sussex, and a town house in south Kensington - a childhood she has described as idyllic. (Guardian Unlimited)
Secret royal wills - mistresses, jewels and cover-ups Mar 27, 2007
"Until after the death of Edward VII in 1910, the will of the monarch was available for public inspection, as were those of all other members of the royal family." A pliant court concealed Prince Francis's indiscretions, he says, and since then the palace has given government lawyers similar instructions. "From that day to this all royal wills have been sealed and are not available to anyone, scholars and researchers also being excluded from seeing their contents.". (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Room with a viewAddMyLinkImage("/news/181_1957546,000600010001.htm", "Room with a view"); Mar 25, 2007
Her architect husband who I m going to refer to from hereon as Edward VII has a thing for Edwardian baroque architecture ... The best room in the apartment, said Edward VII proudly ... I don t think anybody s dead, Edward VII waddled up in his night suit to join us at the window. (Hindustan Times, India)
Green With Mild Envy Mar 21, 2007
Though opening a vegetarian restaurant in these parts is an act of chutzpah, the place itself is as soothing as Edward VII, who exclaimed: It doesn t matter what you do, as long as you don t frighten the horses. There is nothing about Green to frighten either horses or people who eat them (elsewhere). (San Antonio Current, TX)
Camilla in recovery after op Mar 9, 2007
Camilla, 59, was collected from King Edward VII Hospital in central London by her husband Prince Charles. She will continue her rehabilitation at Clarence House, a spokeswoman for the Royal pair said. (The Sun)
In Our Pages Mar 8, 2007
ST. PETERSBURG: Thanks in great measure to the efforts of King Edward VII, an agreement between England, France, Russia and Japan in regard to all questions involving their interests in the Far East may now be considered an accomplished fact. This important result coincides with the conclusion of an Anglo-Russian understanding after prolonged negotiations between London and St. Petersburg. (International Herald Tribune)
Camilla 'doing well' after hysterectomy Mar 6, 2007
Charles entered the King Edward VII Hospital in central London by a side door, avoiding waiting reporters. Prince Charles leaves the hospital after visiting the Duchess of Cornwall. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Camilla "recovering well" after hysterectomy operation Mar 6, 2007
The operation, which involves the removal of the womb, was carried out in the private King Edward VII Hospital, where Queen Elizabeth II and other members of the royal family have previously been treated. Clarence House has described the operation as 'routine' and said it was not cancer-related. (Monsters and Critics.com)
Camilla admitted for hysterectomy Mar 5, 2007
It is thought Camilla, 59, will have the major procedure at the exclusive King Edward VII hospital on Monday ... The Royal Family, including the Queen and the late Queen Mother, have used the King Edward VII hospital many times. (BBC News -- UK)
Camilla in hospital for hysterectomy Mar 5, 2007
The 59-year-old is thought to be scheduled to have the procedure at the private King Edward VII hospital in central London at some point on Monday ... The King Edward VII hospital in the upmarket Marylebone area of the British capital is the first port of call for royals and is where Queen Elizabeth II had an operation in 2003 to remove torn cartilage in her knee. (iAfrica.com)
Camilla 'recovering well' after op Mar 5, 2007
Camilla is expected to remain in hospital for the rest of the week following the operation, which was performed by Michael Dooley and Marcus Setchell at London's King Edward VII Hospital ... The King Edward VII Hospital is the first port of call for royals and is where the Queen had her knee operation. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Camilla Set For Surgery On Monday Mar 4, 2007
Her operation will reportedly take place at the private King Edward VII Hospital which is where the Queen had her knee operation. The Duchess will have to spend several days in hospital and rest for six weeks afterwards, with planned engagements postponed. (Sky News)
News in brief Mar 4, 2007
The operation is to take place at the King Edward VII Hospital in central London. Lifeboat hoaxers. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
