Saturday 4th July, 2009
Carmen Electra comes out tops in models vs. actresses Bikini Olympics
South America News.NetWashington, : American glamour model/actress Carmen Electra has come out tops at the models vs. actresses Bikini Olympics.
Resentful Afghans unlikely to welcome, support government, foreign troops or Taliban
South America News.NetLashkar Gah (Afghanistan), Incoming American forces are likely to continue to face a hostile Afghan population, even as they seek to reverse their military losses to a resurgent Taliban.
Russia to allow US millitary passage through airspace
South America News.NetRussia has agreed to allow American troops and weapons to fly over its airspace on the way to Afghanistan, the New York Times reported Saturday.
23 killed in Peru bus accident
South America News.NetAt least 23 people were killed and 31 injured when two passenger buses in which they were travelling collided head-on in Peru's southern Puno region, officials said.
Jacko used author Jack London's name to obtain drugs
South America News.NetLondon, : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson believably at least two aliases, including the name of the American author Jack London, to obtain drugs.
Russia, US to sign military cooperation pacts
South America News.NetMoscow, (RIA Novosti) Moscow and Washington will sign deals expanding bilateral military ties and on transit of military supplies via Russia to the American troops in Afghanistan during President Barack Obama's visit to the Russian capital, an official said Friday.
Honduran envoys are called home, but some stay at post
Miami HeraldWhen the Foreign Ministry in Honduras ordered high-ranking diplomats back to Tegucigalpa, Rodolfo Pastor stayed at the embassy in Washington even as his ambassador headed home.''I have received...
Slater wins in Brazil
sportal.com.auReigning nine-time ASP world champion Kelly Slater has claimed the 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro to win his first event of the year.Brazilian Adriano de Souza raced out to an early lead before...
'The American Future,' by Simon Schama
San Francisco ChronicleEcco; 400 pages; $29.99) The French philosopher-historian Michel Foucault insisted that all history is history of the present. When we reimagine the past, we do so with the concerns and hopes of our...
Don't try to return, Zelaya warned
Miami HeraldConditions do not exist in Honduras for ousted President Manuel Zelaya to come home, the region's top diplomat said Friday night after a marathon session with court, church and civic...
Honduras rejects OAS appeal to restore president
Miami HeraldHonduras rebuffed a personal appeal from the Americas' top international diplomat Friday, refusing to reinstate President Manuel Zelaya and setting the stage for a dramatic...
American smuggler sentenced for bringing drugs and guns into B.C.
Vancouver SunAmerican gun and drug smuggler Evans Matan was sentenced to a decade behind bars in the U.S. this week for helping to bring 228 kilos of cocaine and three firearms into B.C.Matan, a 36-year-old...
Commonwealth Secretary-General praises Guyana initiatives
Caribbean Net NewsGuyana is being recognised for its many creative initiatives as it works to show how sustainable development can take place in its country and no lesser person than the...
Venezuela takes control of Spanish-owned Banco de Venezuela in nationalization
C NewsPresident Hugo Chavez's government has taken control of the country's third largest bank - Banco de Venezuela. The government agreed in May to pay Spain's Grupo Santander...
Maltreatment of CARICOM citizens repugnant, says Guyana president
Caribbean Net NewsThe free movement of Caribbean nationals within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), one of the central goals of the regional integration movement, was once again brought...
Bermuda woman sentenced in theft of premier's info
Miami HeraldA hotel worker has received a suspended prison sentence for stealing the debit card information of Bermuda's premier and using it to buy pizza.Kim Dean says she kept the number...
Guyana's president Jagdeo hosts pre-CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting caucus
Caribbean Net NewsPresident Bharrat Jagdeo and Prime Ministers Balwin Spencer of Antigua and Patrick Manning of Trinidad and Tobago have a conversation before the start of the caucus of CARICOM Heads of Government at...
Venezuela eyes 49 pct stake in Dominican refinery
New Jersey OnlineThe Dominican Republic is selling a large share of its oil refinery to Venezuela. Diario Libre newspaper says Venezuela will pay $130 million for a...
Brazil, U.S. women advance to semifinals of beach volleyball world championships
SINATeams from beach volleyball powers Brazil and United States will vie for the women's medals at the 2009 SWATCH FIVB World Championships as their beach...
Brazil's Senate president accused of hiding huge property from Electoral Court
SINAPressure on Brazil's Senate President Jose Sarney to step down increased again after he was accused of hiding from the Electoral Court an ownership of a house worth...
Venezuela to Revoke Radio Licenses in Latest Shutdown
Fox NewsCaracas, Venezuela The head of Venezuela's telecommunications regulatory agency said Friday that 240 radio stations will have their licenses revoked for failing to update their registrations...
Brazil, Africa in Dispute Over Who Controlled Air France 447
Fox NewsParis Brazil's air force released a recording Friday it said proves it handed over control of Air France Flight 447 to Senegalese authorities before it crashed — but African officials...
Windsor scouts helping to rebuild school in Paraguay
Windsor StarIain Tait, 24, left, Justin Lemire, 18, and Mitchell Lapointe,others from Scouts Canada to Detroit Airport. The group will...
American figure skater Kwan set to return
CBC NewsMichelle Kwan will skate before an audience for the first time in three years when she joins world champion Kim Yu-Na in Ice All-Stars 2009 in Seoul, South Korea, in August. The five-time world...
Brazil claims jet 'in Senegal's control'
ITNA recording between Brazilian and Senegalese air traffic controllers relating to the crashed Air France plane has been released. The Airbus jet went missing on during a flight from Rio de...
Panama girl, nabbed in '03, said found in Ecuador
New Jersey OnlinePolice say an 8-year-old girl in Ecuador is believed to be a Panamanian kidnap victim who was taken from her home as a baby in 2003. Police Col. Enrique Jacome says...
Mexico wins praise for swine flu response
Miami HeraldAs swine flu runs rampant in the Southern Hemisphere winter, world health experts are concerned that some hard-hit countries have been reluctant to take forceful measures to...
Brazil prison guards nab pigeon with cell phone
Associated PressPrison guards foiled a new attempt to smuggle a cell phone into a Brazilian prison by carrier pigeon - this one wearing a tiny backpack - and said Friday that the practice is...
100,000 swine flu cases in Argentina - Summary
Earth TimesBuenos Aires - The number of swine flu cases in Argentina rose drastically on Friday, with the new government health minister reporting an estimated 100,000 cases of of the A(H1N1) virus. But he...
Baggies sure of Greening stay
Sky SportsWest Bromwich Albion have played down rumours that Jonathan Greening could leave the Championship club. Greening has stated that he is happy to remain at The Hawthorns, despite their relegation...
Bolivia eyes lithium riches in spectacular salt desert
BreitbartFor years, the Salar de Uyuni has been a remote but popular tourist draw in southern Bolivia: the world's highest salt desert, whose blinding white expanse stretches to the horizon. Now, though, the...
Mexico's elections a test for Calderon's drug war
Miami HeraldPresident Felipe Calderon and his drug war will get their biggest test of support yet when Mexico holds midterm elections Sunday amid growing frustration over rampant cartel violence...
Brazil's Lula To Call For Solidarity With Poor Nations at G8
Morning StarLula will tell the world's eight largest economies to be more flexible in what they ask from developing nations in response to the global economic crisis and climate change. "Developing countries...
Earthquake of 5.0 magnitude shakes central Colombia
SINAAn earthquake of moderate intensity shook central Colombia early Friday morning, with no reports of casualties or damage, said the National Seismological Network of...
Peru PM to step down 'next week'
Al JazeeraPeru's prime minister has said that he will step down next week, following criticism of the government's handling of violent protests in the north of the country. Yehude Simon on Friday gave a...
Owen - Utd to reignite career
Sky SportsMichael Owen is eager to put his 'poor spell' at Newcastle United behind him by scoring goals and lifting silverware at his new club Manchester United. The England international sealed his shock...
Kinnear backs Owen switch
Sky SportsFormer Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear has backed Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson to get the best out of Michael Owen. Owen sealed his shock move to Old Trafford on Friday, signing a...
Yakubu - A frustrating time
Sky SportsEverton striker Yakubu Aiygebeni has spoken of his relief as he nears the end of a 'frustrating' period of his career. The Nigeria international has been sidelined with a serious Achilles injury...
Perez targeting 'two more'
Sky SportsReal Madrid president Florentino Perez feels that 'two more signings' will complete his overhaul at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Real supremo has already landed Kaka, Cristiano Ronaldo and Raul...
MK Dons confirm Ince return
Sky SportsMilton Keynes Dons have confirmed the return of Paul Ince as the club's new manager. Ince enjoyed a successful time as Dons boss in the 2007/08 season as he sealed League Two and Johnstone's Paint...
Mbia eager for l'OM switch
Sky SportsRennes midfielder Stephane Mbia is hopeful he will complete his 'dream move' to Marseille as soon as possible. The two Ligue 1 clubs are currently in negotiations over the 23-year-old but...
Gunners give Gibbs new deal
Sky SportsArsenal have announced that Kieran Gibbs has signed a new long-term contract extension with the club. Gibbs made his first-team debut in the 2007/08 campaign and last season the 19-year-old...
US Conservatives Support Ouster of Honduran President
VOAThe Organization of American States and most governments in the world have condemned the ouster of Honduran President Manuel Zelaya by the military last Sunday as a coup d'etat. But the people who...
Dalglish makes Reds return
Sky SportsLiverpool have confirmed Kenny Dalglish is to return to Anfield working at the club's academy. The Reds legend will also act as a club ambassador upon his return to Anfield.A move for Dalglish has...
Chelsea clinch Sturridge deal
Sky SportsChelsea have confirmed the signing of teenage striker Daniel Sturridge on a four-year contract from Manchester City. Sturridge had been expected to secure a move to Stamford Bridge after turning...
Mahon in Rovers return link
Sky SportsSkysports.com understands Tranmere are weighing up a move to bring Alan Mahon back to Prenton Park. Mahon is looking for a new club after being released by Burnley earlier this summer.Tranmere...
MOVERS & PACKERS | Curry-leaf American
Times of IndiaSteve, sitting on the davenport with legs crossed like folded spectacles in its case, was tucking into the canary-yellow lemon-rice, setting aside the sauteed green curry leaves that had done...
Immigrants sworn in as American citizens today at Disney
TBO.comMore than 1,000 immigrants were sworn in as U..S. citizens on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disney World today. The group then attended a preview of the new show at Disney's renovated Hall of Presidents...
Brazil Power Generation Falls 3.4% In June On Year
Morning Star... saw electricity generation fall 3.4% in June compared with the month before, according to preliminary data released by national grid operator ONS on Friday.
Doubting the loyalty of an American
CNNRuben Navarrette: I'm frequently asked, "What kind of American are you?" As a Mexican-American, he is often called upon to defend his allegiance, he says Navarrette says he and his parents...
TSX up moderately as American markets take holiday
Canada.comStock fluctuations in Canada and elsewhere in the world were mild Friday as the world's biggest economy, the United States, took the day off to celebrate Independence Day.At midday, the Toronto Stock...
Brazil's president scolds rich nations over crisis
eTaiwan NewsBrazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday issued a law giving tens of thousands of undocumented immigrants legal status and criticized rich nations for taking a tough stance against...
Senegal took control of doomed flight
IOLBrasilia, Brazil - Brazil's air force has released a recording it says proves it handed over control of Air France Flight 447 to Senegalese authorities before it crashed. The audio has been posted...
American soldier feared captured in Afghanistan
eTaiwan NewsAn American soldier is feared captured by insurgents after he walked off his base in eastern Afghanistan without his body armor and weapon, officials said Thursday.The military has intercepted...
The blow of rejection
Latin America PressAn opposition faction of Argentine President Cristina Fernández´s dealt a devastating blow to her government in June´s mid-term elections, stripping her ruling party of majorities...
Brazil's Petrobras Reports Oil Find At Espirito Santo Basin
Morning StarPetrobras , notified the country's National Petroleum Agency late Thursday that it had discovered signs of oil at an inland Espirito Santo Basin block.
Gallagher wins Rovers reprieve
Sky SportsBlackburn boss Sam Allardyce has informed Paul Gallagher he could yet have a future at Ewood Park. Rovers' forgotten man looked set to leave the North West outfit when he spent almost the whole of...
Sheva considering Dynamo return
Sky SportsChelsea striker Andriy Shevchenko is considering an offer to return to former club Dynamo Kiev, according to the president of the Ukrainian champions. Dynamo admitted earlier in the week that they...
Foxes in hunt for City starlet
Sky SportsLeicester are lining up a swoop for Manchester City youngster Ryan McGivern, skysports.com understands. The Championship new boys are hopeful of striking a loan deal for McGivern ahead of the new...
Royals eye Blues starlet
Sky SportsReading are lining up a move for Chelsea defender Ryan Bertrand, skysports.com understands. Royals boss Brendan Rodgers is hoping to lure the left-back to the Madejski Stadium on loan.Rodgers is a...
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