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Jay-Z gives full-throated reply to rap’s black critics
London, Sept 4 (ANI): Rapper Jay-Z has rubbished all criticism of hip-hop by well-known African-Americans who believe the genre degrades their ethnicity. The superstar said the protests were only for “publicity purposes”. Hip-hop recently generated a lot of disapproval from … Continue reading
Oz Federal Govt. cracks downs on weight-loss industry as obesity rate rises
Melbourne, Aug 19 (ANI): The Federal Government in Australia has decided to take a look into the massive diet and weight-loss industry, following reports that the obesity rate in the country is still climbing. Weight-loss programs and products will have … Continue reading
Brit dog’s home struggling to cope with growing number of cats!
London, Aug 19 (ANI): A Brit dog’s home is said to be facing a crisis, for it is being overwhelmed by the growing number of cats arriving there. Staff at Battersea dogs’ home in London are desperately appealing for would-be … Continue reading
89-year-old Chinese calligraphy student in university for 24yr
New Delhi, Aug 19 (ANI): It’s been 24 years since Bo Laidong joined old people’s university to major in calligraphy, but the 89-year-old Chinese is still planning to be associated with the institution for at least another five years. Laidong … Continue reading
Fawcett’s best pal defends O’Neal over cash greedy claims
London, August 14 (ANI): Farrah Fawcett’s best friend of 30 years, Alana Stewart, has slammed reports alleging that the late star’s long-time love Ryan O’Neal was with her because of her bank balance. Stewart, who remained with the actress during … Continue reading
Trescothick said possibility of England comeback gave him nightmares
London, Aug.14 (ANI): Former opener Marcus Trescothick has admitted that suggestions he might come out of international retirement for next week’s showdown Ashes Test had given him nightmares. Trescothick quit international cricket 18 months ago because he suffers from depression … Continue reading
Kaneria being wasted by Pak team management: Saqlain
Colombo, Aug.14 (ANI): Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has criticized selectors for not picking leg-spinner Danish Kaneria for the one-day games, saying the bowler is being wasted by the team management by playing him only in Test matches. “Kaneria is … Continue reading
Woman, 80, raped by 70-year-old ‘hakeem’ in Pak
Islamabad, Aug 13 (ANI): An 80-year-old woman in Pakistan was allegedly raped by a 70-year-old ‘hakeem’ in his clinic after he intoxicated her. The elderly woman registered an FIR against the accused Ahmed Din and Kot Lakhpat police arrested him … Continue reading
Biometric identification of rural workers in Rajasthan
Karauli (Rajasthan), Aug 11 (ANI): The district authorities of Karauli in Rajasthan have introduced the thumb impression system to register the physical presence of workers engaged in the projects under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA). This move has … Continue reading
Jennifer Hudson laughs off baby rumours
London, Apr 24 (ANI): Jennifer Hudson has laughed off rumours suggesting that she’s pregnant. Essence magazine had earlier alleged the Dreamgirls actress/singer was expecting her first child with fiance David Otunga, claiming they had received confirmation “through two sources close … Continue reading
USD/JPY Daily Commentary for 4.6.09
As expecting the USD/JPY is launching after finally eclipsing February highs and consequently the highly psychological 100 level. Putting the 100 area behind the USD/JPY is a huge step psychologically, and could proceed to yield a strong leg up in … Continue reading
GBP USD Technical Forex Analysis for Forex Traders
Rate pressures up to within striking distance of 1.5000 overnight; likely offers will be thick on any further advance. Aggressive traders can look to lighten up on longs above 1.4950 area. Stops noted above the 1.4880 area on the way … Continue reading
Bangladesh candidates spent three times more than poll limits
Dhaka, April 7 (IANS) Candidates in Bangladesh’s parliamentary poll spent three times more than the limits imposed by the Election Commission, says Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). Candidates spent an average of over Tk 4.4 million ($63,000 approximately), flouting the Election … Continue reading
Mitsubishi raises output target for electric car, AS
TOKYO (AP) Mitsubishi Motors Corp. will increase production of its planned electric vehicle after orders for its first 2,000 cars were quickly filled, a spokesman said Friday. Japan’s No. 4 automaker aims to roll out the “i MiEV” zero-emissions car … Continue reading
USD/JPY Daily Commentary for 4.8.09
The USD/JPY is wrestling with the almighty 100 level again today after briefly dropping below. The USD/JPY strengthened slightly after Japan released a better than excepted trade balance. However, the optimism is faint since a record decline in imports is … Continue reading →