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Israel soldier to be swapped for 1,400 Palestine prisoners 
Itar-Tass - Sep 04 3:47 AM
CAIRO, September 4 (Itar-Tass) - Israel and Palestine have reached an agreement on the exchange of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit who was seized by Palestinian gunmen near the Gaza Strip border on June 25 for 1,400 Palestinian prisoners, the Qatari newspaper Al Shark reported on Monday referring to informed political sources.Adams risks US ties in Palestine 'peace mission' Belfast Telegraph - Sep 04 2:25 AM
Gerry Adams is making a "peace mission" to Palestine this week, despite claims it could harm his standing in Washington. The West Belfast MP will be travelling to the region at the invitation of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.Powers of 10 San Francisco Bay Guardian - Sep 05 5:00 PM
San Francisco's Arab Film Festival turns 10 this year an auspicious birthday in an otherwise bleak period of nearly unmitigated bloodshed and destruction in Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Palestine.Palestine s main political factions, Hamas and Fatah, are on the way to forge a national unity government, which will Al Jazeera - Sep 05 8:12 AM
After weeks of wrangling between his Fatah party and the ruling Hamas movement, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas seems to have achieved sound progress in his negotiations with Hamas leaders in Gaza aimed at forging a unity government.Palestine, Israel reach soldier deal TVNZ - Sep 05 12:29 AM
Israel and the Palestinians have reached an agreement to swap the Israeli soldier held hostage in Gaza with imprisoned Palestinians, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas was quoted on Tuesday as saying.Select an Edition: AlertNet - Sep 05 6:07 AM
JERUSALEM, Sept 5 (Reuters) - Major Israelis banks have put on hold at least until mid-November plans to terminate banking services they provide to Palestinian banks, the head of the Palestine Monetary Authority said on Tuesday.Khatami: Fight against terror has sparked extremism CNN.com - 13 minutes ago
The United States has accused Iran of fueling the conflict in Iraq, and arming Hezbollah with rockets and guns in its war with Israel.War Backfiring on U.S., Khatami Says Washington Post - 1 hour, 2 minutes ago
NEW YORK -- On the eve of his first trip to Washington, former Iranian president Mohammad Khatami warned that U.S. military action in the Middle East has backfired, producing greater terrorism, imperiling the future of Iraq and damaging America's long-term interests. 'Will people pay NIS 300 for history?' Haaretz Daily - Sep 05 4:55 AM
On the wall of the old two-room apartment on Ben-Gurion Street in Tel Aviv hangs an aging, framed poster that decries the British authorities' disqualification of Moshe Shertok and David Ben-Gurion to serve as representatives of the Yishuv (pre-state Jewish community in Palestine).ISRAEL TELLS ARMY: CUT TOUGH TALK Daily Mirror - Sep 04 11:33 PM
ARMY chiefs in Israel have been ordered to stop talking of "crushing" or "wiping out" enemies in Lebanon and Palestine. PEACEKEEPING NOT THE ANTIDOTE FOR ALL THE WORLD'S ILLS Georgie Anne Geyer via Yahoo! News - Sep 05 3:45 PM
WASHINGTON -- It's trouble time again across the globe, and the cry for peacekeepers goes out in the land. Send peacekeepers to Darfur; use them to wedge the Israelis and the Hezbollah apart; send a few more into the Congo; dispatch a bunch back to redo East Timor. It all sounds so rational, so 21st-century humanitarian. Instead of fighting, you build a human wall slapped together by the United Rawan's message of peace from Palestine The Evening Telegraph - Sep 04 4:10 AM
DRESSED in trendy jeans and sporting a fashionable haircut and stellar smile, pretty Rawan Ellati could be any young woman with the world at her feet.US cites Iran, Syria as 'worrisome' threats AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 05 9:09 AM
The White House branded Iran and Syria "especially worrisome" threats as it unveiled a reworked anti-terrorism plan that downplayed the impact of the Iraq war and the Arab-Israeli conflict.Political Islam takes center stage since 9-11 Reuters via Yahoo! News - Sep 05 7:30 AM
In the five years since the September 11 attacks, U.S. intervention abroad has fed the extremism it seeks to destroy and cemented the rise of political Islam as the ideology of choice for millions in the Middle East, experts say.US cites Iran, Syria as 'especially worrisome' threats AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 05 7:27 AM
The White House unveiled a reworked anti-terrorism plan, calling Iran and Syria "especially worrisome" threats and downplaying Muslim anger at the Iraq war and the Arab-Israeli conflict.New Palestine comes up big in 4th quarter The Indianapolis Star - Sep 01 8:26 PM
PENDLETON, Ind. -- Outgained nearly three-to-one in total yardage through three quarters on Friday night, the New Palestine High School football team came up big when it needed to in the fourth quarter.Europe-based stars called on as Asian Cup heats up AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 05 12:50 AM
A host of European-based stars have been called up to spearhead their team's drive to reach the Asian Cup finals in the next round of qualifying on Wednesday.Aid for Palestine significant part of China's support for Mideast peace process: envoy People's Daily - Sep 01 10:45 PM
The economic assistance to Palestine, including humanitarian aid, is an important expression of China's support for the Middle East peace process, Sun Bigan, Chinese envoy on the Middle East, said on Friday in Stockholm.Over U.S. Objections, Israel Approves West Bank Homes New York Times - Sep 04 10:31 PM
The bids for 690 homes in the occupied West Bank will be the largest settlement activity undertaken by this government.Hezbollah is unlikely to be disarmed, Lebanese president tells Kyodo Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Sep 05 6:30 PM
_ Disarming Hezbollah, a key condition of the U.N. resolution that brought an end to fighting in southern Lebanon last month, is a next to impossible task, Lebanese President Emile Lahoud told Kyodo News on Tuesday.Israel arrests leader of Palestinian Presidential Guard ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 28 minutes ago
Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli air raid on a car in the Southern Gaza Strip of Rafah, medical sources said. The sources said that the two were killed when an Israeli warplane fired a missile at a car driving in al-Jnena neighbourhood of Rafah, killing two of the passengers.The rock solid resistance which US confronted in Lebanon will go down as a chapter of courage in the history of Middle Greater Kashmir - Sep 04 10:23 AM
What we are seeing here are the birth pangs of a new Middle East , American Foreign Secretary Condoleezza Rice stated proudly soon after Isaraeli war machine of terror and destruction got unleashed in Lebanon and before that in Palestine.County judge urges moving up widening of Texas 149 The Longview News-Journal - 7 minutes ago
JACKSONVILLE Widening Texas 149 could be moved up to coincide with work on Texas 42, a Texas Department of Transportation official says.Ilan Pappe: Genocide in Gaza Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:27 PM
Nothing apart from pressure in the form of sanctions, boycotts and divestment will stop the murdering of innocent civilians in the Gaza Strip. By Ilan PappeTatum, Gilmer maintain rankings The Longview News-Journal - 30 minutes ago
The high school football showdown fans have been anticipating since the schedules were released last spring comes Friday night at Gilmer's Buckeye Stadium when the second-ranked Buckeyes entertain No. 1 Tatum.Blair's legacy is a reckless adventure that's wreaked havoc the world over Guardian Unlimited - 2 hours, 39 minutes ago
The Americans can't quite believe it. Getting rid of Tony Blair? Are you Brits crazy? Like Thatcher before him, Blair finds that the acclaim abroad lingers even when there is derision at home. Maggie was a legend in the States when she was shoved aside by the Tories, and the same is true of Blair.Basecamp Wanaka Approved to Host Oceania Champs Scoop.co.nz - 2 minutes ago
New Zealand Sportclimbing Federation has today approved BaseCamp Wanaka to host Australasia s most prestigious climbing competition, the Oceania Sportclimbing Championships, on October 6-8.Wanted Man Gone Into Hiding Scoop.co.nz - 2 minutes ago
Wellington CIB believes a man sought for failing to appear in court to answer a serious assault charge may be hiding out on the Kapiti Coast.Chartered Accountant's Welcome LAQC Assurance Scoop.co.nz - 2 minutes ago
The New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants welcomes Revenue Minister Peter Dunne's assurance that there will be no immediate change to the rules for loss attributing qualifying companies.New label claim for Bayer CropScience's Calypso Scoop.co.nz - 2 minutes ago
New Zealand s nectarine and peach growers now have an extra weapon in their battle against thrips with the granting of a new label claim for Bayer CropScience s Calypso®.Dux de Lux RoundUp 2006 Scoop.co.nz - 17 minutes ago
NEW ZEALAND LEAD: In the House: National's Alleged Links To Private Insurers Under Fire This afternoon National and their alleged links with the private insurance industry were the targets of Government attacks.U.S. blasts Iran in anti-terror report People's Daily - Sep 05 6:09 PM
The White House blasted Iran in its "National Strategy for Combating Terrorism" released on Tuesday for allegedly sponsoring terrorism.Americans mistaken biblical view of Israel ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 25 minutes ago
In order to shed some light on the phenomena of why some US Christians support Israel, despite it being a brutal occupier and oppressor, we thought that one of our reader's submissions serves to shed some light on this issue, and we are publishing his article.Kiwis to Compete in International Triathlon Scoop.co.nz - 17 minutes ago
Fourth place finisher at Lausanne, Kris Gemmell, is going for glory again at Hamburg.Torotoro Free Performance Scoop.co.nz - 17 minutes ago
Torotoro Urban Maori Dance Crew present a free show for all their supporters this Saturday at 3pm before they depart to represent Auckland City in Japan for Sister City Celebrations This Tuesday the Torotoro Urban Maori Dance Crew travel to Fukuoka, Japan.All Telecom Services Restored Scoop.co.nz - 17 minutes ago
Phone service has been restored to customers hit by a fibre optic cable cut north of Dunedin. All services that had been affected were back by 3.20pm today.Verizon Expands High-Speed Internet Access in Illinois SYS-CON Media - 2 hours, 43 minutes ago
Verizon will soon be raising the speed limit in 48 rural communities throughout Illinois with the introduction of its super-fast digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet access service for consumers and businesses. The action is part of Verizon's initiative to deliver its fast, affordable DSL service to thousands more consumers and businesses in the state over the next year.New Elective Surgery Funding Welcomed Scoop.co.nz - 32 minutes ago
Partnership Health Canterbury, New Zealand s largest primary health organisation (PHO), is welcoming the announcement the Canterbury District Health Board is putting an extra $1.7 million into elective services this year.IFEX Communiqué 5 September 2006 Scoop.co.nz - 47 minutes ago
The IFEX Communiqué is the weekly newsletter of the International Freedom of Expression eXchange (IFEX), a global network of 72 organisations working to defend and promote the right to free expression. IFEX is managed by Canadian Journalists for Free Expression (www.cjfe.org).Nando s New Zealand spreads its wings! Scoop.co.nz - 47 minutes ago
Nando s New Zealand spreads its wings! Nando s is set to spread its wings in New Zealand following the sale of its national franchise.SPARC Confirms Investment to Regional Sports Scoop.co.nz - 46 minutes ago
SPARC (Sport & Recreation New Zealand) has increased its investment in Regional Sports Trusts across New Zealand, committing $14.6 million for sport development and targeted programmes in the regions during the 2006/2007 financial year.PPTA supports locked out workers Scoop.co.nz - 46 minutes ago
Workers locked out from Progressive Enterprises since August 28 are getting a raw deal from a company more interested in increasing its return for Aussie shareholders than in its New Zealand staff, PPTA general secretary Kevin Bunker said today.Mayors Have No Mandate For Change Scoop.co.nz - 46 minutes ago
Mayors Have No Mandate For Change. On-Auckland Issue Is Smokescreen To Hide Rates Issues.Israel lifting Lebanon embargo in 48 hours ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 31 minutes ago
UN Secretary General Kofi Annan said today he hoped for word on the lifting of an Israeli blockade on Lebanon within two days.Tuesday, Sep 05, 2006 Knight-Ridder Washington Bureau - Sep 05 3:14 PM
RAMALLAH, West Bank - The song blares from seemingly every shop and car window in the Palestinian territories, hailing Hezbollah as "the hope of Lebanon" and warning Israelis that "blood will be repaid with more blood."Royal New Zealand Air Force Gets Txt Savvy! Scoop.co.nz - 47 minutes ago
Royal New Zealand Air Force Gets Txt Savvy! The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) is launching a new txt channel into their current recruitment strategy.Today's Headlines: ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 31 minutes ago
We are looking for sales & marketing representatives in different countries. Apply now! Lebanon would be last country to have peace with Israel Lebanon's Prime Minister Fouad Siniora yesterday dismissed Israeli call for direct talks with Israel and said Lebanon would be the last Arab state to ever sign a peace deal with Israel.Hyundai building highly satisfied customers Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 2 minutes ago
It is now official, Hyundai is one of the top brands amongst US car buyers creating highly satisfied customers. California based marketing analysis firm AutoPacific has found the Hyundai brand to be top rated among buyers.MUSTAFA UNAL Zaman Online - Sep 05 3:49 PM
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah Gul, completed his final discussions with regional countries that will shape the final decision on sending troops to Lebanon.Constituents meet with Burgess The Little Elm Journal - 47 minutes ago
U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (District 26) opened his town hall meeting Saturday morning with thoughts of home, but foreign issues abroad and national weighed on his and his constituents' minds.August 2006 - Youth 17 Years and Under Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 17 minutes ago
New Zealand children and youth aged 6-17 years are becoming regular consumers of online media with almost half (49%) of them accessing the internet daily, according to Nielsen//NetRatings recent eGeneration Report 2006. The eGeneration Report also highlights that 49% of people in this age group living in broadband-enabled homes go online daily compared to 20% in dial-up homes.ALONE ON THE LEFT Indiana Statesman - 2 hours, 15 minutes ago
A string of bomb attacks in Turkey. Seven explosions on commuter trains in India. Those were this year. Attacks on London's Underground and bus system, Madrid's trains and nightclubs in Bali. Those were in the past five years. All were terrorist attacks.Telecom Restoration Underway in Otago Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 17 minutes ago
Telecom staff have located a fibre optic cable cut North of Dunedin and expect to have affected customers returned to service by this evening. A telecommunications fibre was cut between Palmerston and Waikouaiti at 10.36am this morning.Top Linguist to lecture at Vic Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 32 minutes ago
The stories of English, Language Death and The Future of Language are the lectures to be presented by one of the world's leading commentators on language when he visits New Zealand later this month.Brazilian flag to fly on Auckland Harbour Bridge Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 32 minutes ago
The flag of Brazil will fly from Auckland Harbour Bridge tomorrow, Thursday 7 September, in recognition of the Brazilian National Day. The flag will be flown from 6:30am until 6:30pm.Omani FM warns against any action against Iran ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 23 minutes ago
Oman's Foreign Minister Yousef Bin Alawi said any illogical action against Iran can cause the whole region to face with a new crisis. In a meeting with Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Mohammad-Reza Baqeri in Muscat on Monday, Alawi emphasized Iran's right to use peaceful nuclear energy.North Shore: Armed Robbery of Security Van Scoop.co.nz - 1 hour, 32 minutes ago
North Shore Police are at the scene of an armed robbery at the National Bank in William Pickering Drive, Albany South where a sum of money was taken at gun-point from security guards refilling an ATM machine.Schools shut in Palestine as teachers take to the streets The Star - Sep 03 10:13 PM
Thousands of unpaid teachers began the Palestinian school year with a strike that shut down schools across the West Bank and Gaza.Job losses in Canterbury Scoop.co.nz - 2 hours, 2 minutes ago
The Canterbury Manufacturers Association says that the redundancies at Christchurch sheepskin tannery G. L. Bowron is a consequence of New Zealand manufacturers having to compete with the cost base of low cost countries in the global market.Robson-on-Politics 6 September 2006 Scoop.co.nz - 2 hours, 2 minutes ago
The endless in-fighting on the Right over policy is very significant. We saw in the final vote on the KiwiSaver legislation last Thursday when National was all alone in voting against the proposal.Private equity investors commence negotiations Scoop.co.nz - 2 hours, 2 minutes ago
Econet Wireless New Zealand (EWNZ) has announced it has signed a binding MOU with two large, private equity investors, GEMS (General Enterprise Management) of Hong Kong and CVP (Communication Venture Partners) of London, to consider a significant nine figure equity investment into EWNZ.EU-US to meet on Iran nuclear, China and Russian concerns ArabicNews.com - 2 hours, 23 minutes ago
Sanctions against Iran will not be effective as it will not lead to any changes in Tehran's policy, especially regarding its nuclear program, a leading German expert on Iran said yesterday.Terrorism charges dropped, 3 to face federal conterfeiting charges McKinney Messenger - 40 minutes ago
A family friend of two Mesquite men and another Dallas man arraigned on terrorism-related charges in Michigan says his neighbors are being targeted for their Arab descent.Govt should stop treating businesses w suspicion Scoop.co.nz - 2 hours, 47 minutes ago
Government should stop treating business owners with suspicion. Integrity Trust Limited has come out in support of the voluntary trustees fighting fund suggested by the Trustees Association.HOT NEWS Zaman Online - Sep 05 3:47 PM
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan is scheduled to arrive in the Turkish capital, Ankara, on Tuesday evening; just hours after Turkish lawmakers vote on a motion to send troops in Lebanon.NZ Book Month at Auckland City Libraries Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 6:42 PM
Auckland City Libraries is supporting NZ Book Month 18 September 15 October with a great range of activities running at your local community library.Twieqi di-ve - Sep 04 12:02 AM
The Maltese-Palestinian Friendship Society is organising "Twieqi", a Literary Evening animated with music, visual presentation and drama. The event's objective is to highlight poets from Palestine and Malta and to create a bridge between the two nations.First Assistance Appoints Marketing Manager Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 6:27 PM
First Assistance, New Zealand s leading provider of dedicated travel/medical, roadside, property, business and claims assistance has appointed Dave Comp to the role of sales and marketing manager.Auckland Zoo expresses sorrow Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 6:12 PM
Auckland Zoo expresses their sorrow and shock over the death of Steve Irwin. Auckland Zoo curator, Brooke Noonan states, Steve Irwin s death has left us all shocked. He was a passionate ambassador for wildlife conservation and set a benchmark for us all.Harcourts Announces Full Ownership of Mortgage Co Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 6:12 PM
Harcourts International Limited announced today that it is now the full owner of the mortgage broking company it was instrumental in setting up eight years ago, Mortgage Express Limited.Former chairmen speak at Chamber luncheon Paris News - 2 hours, 46 minutes ago
It was a trip down memory lane for Lamar Chamber of Commerce members Wednesday as four former chairmen were speakers at a membership luncheon. Each of the former chairmen spoke about their tenure, spanning four different generations.Absurd Bill gets worse Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 6:12 PM
Amendments to the Employment Relations Amendment Bill have made it even worse, says Business NZ.Japan and S. Korea bid to save Asian campaign The Star Online - Sep 05 6:00 PM
KUALA LUMPUR: Japan and South Korea will be hoping to get their Asian Cup 2007 qualifying campaigns back on track today after stumbling performances over the weekend.3 s Outrageous Fortune Hits The Ratings Jackpot Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:57 PM
The second series of local drama Outrageous Fortune, which launched on 3 last night, drew a viewership of 188,300 (source: AGB/Nielsen Media Research) - winning its timeslot with a 34% share in 3 s target 18-49 demographic.Booming retail occupancy linked to tourist wealth Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:27 PM
A further two new leaseholders have been confirmed for Queenstown s award-winning Sofitel building, bringing occupancy of the complex to just over 90 per cent.Turkey approves U.N. troops amid protests Reuters via Yahoo! Singapore News - Sep 05 11:30 AM
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's parliament on Tuesday approved the deployment of hundreds of troops to join a U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon, but thousands of protesters took to the streets to oppose the mission.Category Winners nnounced In Entrepreneur Contest Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:27 PM
Category Winners in this year's Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year have been announced, with five inspiring business people from around New Zealand receiving the awards.Good For Growing Forum Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:12 PM
The following speech notes were prepared for the Good For Growing Forum held in Napier on September 5. The all-day forum was organised by the NZ Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Science, and the Royal Society. The notes were prepared for a panel discussion.Driving Home the Dream Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:12 PM
Visit Richmastery at this year s Home Show, 13-17, September, 2006 at Auckland Showgrounds, and find out how you could make your dreams a reality! A BRIGHT red Ferrari is set to turn heads at this year s Home Show.Official NZ Music Chart & Chartbitz - Sept. 6 2006 Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:13 PM
A Modern Dylan Bob Dylan debuts atop the Albums Chart this week with Modern Times, the third time the 65-year-old has scored a New Zealand #1 set.Auckland City keeps AA+ credit rating Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 5:13 PM
Auckland City was informed yesterday that Standard and Poor s have maintained the council s long-term credit rating at AA+.$2.288 Million Profit a $12.050 Mil Turnaround Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:57 PM
This report has been prepared in a manner that complies with generally accepted accounting practice and gives a true and fair view of the matters to which the report relates and is based on audited accounts.Maths website for secondary and tertiary students Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:57 PM
The launch of an online mathematics resource featuring interactive practice sessions, video tutorials and quizzes aims to boost student success in arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry and calculus.EECA and Prometheus Finance in Hot Water Together Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:57 PM
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) has announced Prometheus Finance Ltd is their preferred provider for the solar water heating finance assistance programme for 2006/07.Verizon Expands High-Speed Internet Access in Illinois FinanzNachrichten - Sep 05 2:55 PM
BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Sept. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon will soon be raising the speed limit in 48 rural communities throughout Illinois with the introduction of its super-fast digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet access service for consumers and businesses.Students Welcome Victoria Fee Decision Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:28 PM
Students are welcoming the decision of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) to reject the unjustified money grab by Victoria University.International visitor spend up 8.2% Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:28 PM
International visitor spending in New Zealand increased to $6.6 billion in the year to March 2006, up 8.2% on the previous year, according to data just released by the Ministry of Tourism.Sol Salbe's Middle East Round-Up - 5 Sept 2006 Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:27 PM
INTRODUCTION: After some disruption in recent weeks, it seems we may have settled on a new day on which to run Sol Salbe's weekly Middle East round-up - look for it each Tuesday.Reserve Bank museum opens Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:28 PM
The Reserve Bank Museum will be officially opened tonight by Peter Hillary, on behalf of Sir Edmund Hillary, the only living New Zealander portrayed on New Zealand's bank notes.Lebanon decision looms amid Turkish protests Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Sep 05 10:26 AM
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's parliament was expected later on Tuesday to approve the deployment of hundreds of troops to join a U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon, but thousands of protesters took to the streets to oppose the mission.Israel Defies US on Illegal Settlements Arab News - Sep 05 4:14 PM
WASHINGTON, 6 September 2006 The Israeli government authorized on Monday the construction of 690 illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite American criticism over the decision.The Middle East's Leading English Language Daily Arab News - Sep 05 4:08 PM
A lot is being written about Darrell Hair s ball-tampering allegation against the Pakistan cricket team. There is no proof whatsoever though. Then, on what basis can the ICC even convene a meeting to investigate the affair?Petroleum Continues to Drive Trade Growth Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 4:12 PM
Seasonally adjusted total wholesale trade sales for the June 2006 quarter increased 1.4 percent, Statistics New Zealand said today. Once again the increase was driven by petroleum product wholesaling (up 9.3 percent) which contributed over half the total increase.SAHIN ALPAY Zaman Online - Sep 05 3:51 PM
The Israeli government s militaristic and aggressive policies are the main incitement to anti-Semitism or hatred of the Jews throughout the world.Possibility of talks on horizon Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 05 7:20 AM
THE main rival Palestinian factions are about to form a unity government in the hope of ending a crippling international aid embargo, while the Israeli Prime Minister, Ehud Olmert, has signalled a fresh willingness to talk with the Palestinians. -Power self-reliance a step closer Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 3:27 PM
Top Energy has finally been granted the resource consents it applied for to expand output from its Ngawha power station.Council wants food outlets to go for gold Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 3:27 PM
Auckland City is increasing the standard of food outlets by introducing a new Golden A food grade to recognise premises that are consistently excellent in food safety and hygiene.House Of Travel Founder Awarded Category Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 3:27 PM
New Zealand's House of Travel founder and managing director, Chris Paulsen, was awarded the category award for the "Retail, Consumer and Industrial Products" category in this year's Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.Wedding: Regina Batenhorst and Clayton Ward 09-03-2006 Plainview Daily Herald - Sep 05 4:27 PM
Regina Michelle Batenhorst and Clayton Thomas Ward exchanged wedding vows Saturday evening, Aug. 5, 2006, at the Garden and Arts Center in Lubbock with the Rev. Jerry Koch officiating.New Zealand rural confidence hits two-year high Scoop.co.nz - Sep 05 3:12 PM
New Zealand farmers continue to view the 12-month outlook for the New Zealand economy very differently from city-based business people. Where business confidence is at low levels, farmers are the most optimistic about the rural economy since October 2004.
