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David Beckham to Retire from Football

Robin Scott — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:42:27 +0000

Former Manchester United, Real Madrid, Los Angeles Galaxy and AC Milan star – and current PSG player – David Beckham, 38, has today announced his decision to retire from professional football at the end of this 2012/13 season. Beckham had been playing for Paris St-Germain after having signed a five month deal for the French [...]

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Paris: Steffie Christiaens Fall Winter 2013 Collection

Lifestyle Desk — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:13:21 +0000

In creating this sumptuous clothing collection, Steffie Christiaens was inspired by the modern Sufi dancer Ziya Azazi. The assemblage reflects the robust fitting of Azazi’s Whirling Dervish, combined with the graceful curves of the dancing skirt. Christiaens picks warm autumnal tones and silky fabrics resulting in a super smart yet feminine line. The offering also [...]

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Book Review: Making Extraordinary Things Happen in Asia

Entertainment Desk — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:32:49 +0000

Book Review: Making Extraordinary Things Happen in Asia: Applying the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership, James M. Kouzes, Barry Z. Posner with Steven J. Dekrey “Making Extraordinary Things Happen in Asia” explores management using examples from business leaders working within and between cultures in Asia. Any manager will have experiences which can be approached using [...]

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Siemens to Build 11.5 Megawatt Wind Farm in Amarillo, Texas

Business Desk — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:08:11 +0000

Siemens Government Technologies, Inc. has been awarded the contract to build the largest-ever federal windfarm in the United States. Five 2.3 megawatt wind turbines will be erected at the Pantex Wind Farm in Amarillo, Texas. The contract was awarded by the National Nuclear Security Administration, who anticipate savings of $2.9 million annually over 20 years. [...]

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Mariusz Waras on Painting Graffiti for F1 with Kimi Räikkönen

Entertainment Desk — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:30:13 +0000

Mariusz Waras, known as M-City, recently had the privilege of applying his unique style of graffiti art to the new Lotus™ F1™ Team car. Kimi Räikkönen was on hand to help with the spray painting at the party held at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona on 8th May 2013. The Burn Yard party series celebrates [...]

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Prince Harry Named in Team for US Polo Match Set for 15th May 2013

Sport Desk — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:48:22 +0000

Prince Harry has been named on the Sentebale Land Rover team for an upcoming fixture in Connecticut, USA. The Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup will take place at the Greenwich Polo Club on Wednesday 15th May 2013. The Prince will be playing alongside Malcolm Borwick (Captain), Marc Ganzi and Michael Carrazza. Playing for the opposition [...]

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Patricia Rader Leaves Liberia for USAID Assignment in Eastern Europe

Politics Desk — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:37:19 +0000

Patricia Rader, outgoing Mission Director of the United States Agency for International Development in Liberia, has said farewell to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf after spending two years in Monrovia. Rader will be taking up a post in Eastern Europe after her tour of duty at what she described as “the most challenging and stimulating assignment”. [...]

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Lamborghini Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Style

Lifestyle Desk — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:16:44 +0000

Lamborghini has celebrated its 50th anniversary with a grand tour through the major landmarks of Italy. A 4.5km long convoy of every historic Lamborghini model will cruise through Milan, Rome and Piza over four days of motoring extravagance. The cars, including the Aventador and Gallardo, set out on 7th May, winding their way through Lombardia, [...]

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The Internship: Just an Extended Advert for Google?

Entertainment Desk — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:54:01 +0000

The Internship is the latest release starring Owen Wilson & Vince Vaughn. The film is released on 4th July 2013 in the UK and features the pair as two salesmen trying to catch up with technology after they lose their jobs during the recession. Billy is struck with the idea of applying for an internship [...]

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Sir Alex Ferguson Retires as Manager of Manchester United

Robin Scott — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:38:37 +0000

This morning, Manchester United announced that their manager of 26 years, Sir Alex Ferguson, 71, will retire at the end of the 2012/13 season. Manchester Utd will collect their thirteenth league title under Sir Alex at the end of the football season. The retirement will see the club’s first change in manager since 1986, the [...]

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