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Ian McEwan praises Israel while receiving award

Posted: Fri Feb 18, 2011

The acclaimed British novelist Ian McEwan recently traveled to Tel Aviv to accept the Jerusalem award for literature and, while he was there, he had some kind words for the Holy Land.
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Battle over Cuban tourism intensifies

Posted: Fri Feb 18, 2011

Cuba has been boasting impressive tourism numbers lately - 2.5 million visitors traveled to the island nation in 2010 and the country is hoping to attract 2.7 million by the end of 2011.
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Eurosport channel will cover Israeli sports in March

Posted: Thu Feb 17, 2011

March is bound to be a busy month for Israel, especially due to the first Jerusalem Marathon and the Tour d'Israel bicycle competition.
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India and Israel promote better relations

Posted: Wed Feb 16, 2011

Lately, Israel has been improving its relationship with many different countries. Officials have visited South Korea and Greece, and the nation has recently abolished the need for visas for those visiting the Ukraine.
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Many may call Colombia to discuss Soto's new contract

Posted: Wed Feb 16, 2011

Christian Heidel, the manager of German association football club Mainz 05, recently announced that Colombia midfielder Elkin Soto has agreed to extend his contract with the team until the summer of 2013.
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NBA player Omri Casspi is namesake for new bill in Israel

Posted: Wed Feb 16, 2011

There are only two Jewish basketball players in the NBA - Jordan Famar and Omri Casspi - and the latter has been stirring up excitement ever since he was first introduced last season.
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Cuban tourism minister says nation is ready for American tourists

Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2011

The United States has banned travel to Cuba for decades, but these restrictions have been eased in recent months by the Obama administration.
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Canadian ex-pat shares story about adventures in Israel

Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2011

It wasn't Roy Annau's intention to stay in Israel when he first visited the country in 1966 as a volunteer, but the Canadian-born man ended up liking the country so much that he never left.
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Israel offers hidden treasures for adventurous tourists

Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2011

Many travelers to Israel visit the Holy Land to reconnect with their roots or take a tour of the historical, religious sites throughout the country.
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Macy Gray, Concha Buika perform in Tel Aviv

Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2011

For the third time in the past two years, Macy Gray took the stage in Tel Aviv, Israel, to wow performers with her trademark, sultry tones.
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Improved relationship between Israel and Greece may lead to better tourism

Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2011

Israeli Ambassador to Greece Arye Mekel recently told the Athens News Agency that his trip to the country marks the beginning of a new and improved relationship between the two nations.
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Website, other services make it easier to visit and call Cuba

Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2011

There has been much speculation recently that Cuba may soon be opened up to more business.
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Colombian real estate firm invests in new hotels

Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2011

Colombia is quickly becoming a hotspot for tourism and new hotels are being planned throughout the country.
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Couple reunited after shared Israel youth tour

Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2011

There are few adventures more thrilling than a hike through Israel's Negev Desert.
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Cartagena, Colombia, proves to be wonderful, unforgettable destination

Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2011

The city of Cartagena, Colombia, still boasts beautiful colonial architecture and a naturally wondrous view of the Caribbean vista.
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Israel prepares for 2011 tourism

Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011

Israel has become a recent hotspot for many tourists in recent years and some predict that 2011 will be the busiest one yet.
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Many may call Cuba to stay at the Barceló Marina Palace in Varadero, Cuba

Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011

Canada's Winnipeg Free Press has recently been listing its Great Winter Escape destinations and one of the coveted locations is the Barceló Marina Palace in Varadero, Cuba.
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Israel prepares for 2011 tourism

Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011

Israel has become a hotspot for many tourists in recent years and some predict that 2011 will be the busiest one yet.
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Israel reaches out to Ukraine, South Korea to strengthen tourism

Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011

Israel is pushing to make new travel opportunities available to residents and other travelers. Several big moves have been made by officials to secure these positions.
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Tourism across Cuba may benefit from new reforms

Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011

In the past, tourists who were adventurous enough to explore beyond Havana and other major cities in Cuba were generally disappointed with the lack of lodging and services.
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Florida pushes to increase flights to Cuba

Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011

In recent months, the Obama administration has taken significant steps toward easing travel restrictions to Cuba, regulations that have been in place since 1960.
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Santa Marta, Colombia, highlighted in Bogotá tourism show

Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011

Experts suggest that Colombia is becoming a hotspot for many adventurous tourists and it appears that the country will be honored for its new popularity during the 30th annual Tourism Showcase taking place in Bogotá.
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Annual Mediterranean Tourism Market launches in Tel Aviv

Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011

The Annual Mediterranean Tourism Market (IMTM) showcases a number of unique destinations.
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Cuba now open to students

Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011

For decades, travel to Cuba from the United States has been tightly restricted but, recently, those regulations have started to ease up.
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Church over 1,000 years old discovered in Israel

Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2011

For the past two months, archaeologists have been painstakingly unearthing an ancient church that has been discovered in Israel, according to The Associated Press.
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Cuba promotes tourism at international fairs

Posted: Mon Feb 07, 2011

Cuba saw approximately 2.5 million visitors in 2010 and is expecting at least 2.7 million in 2011, according to The Sun-Sentinel.
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Many may call Colombia to schedule diving trips

Posted: Mon Feb 07, 2011

Scuba-diving is a rare and once-in-a-lifetime experience for many who enjoy gazing at nature's wonders under the water.
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Chilean miners plan to visit Church of the Holy Sepulchre, other holy sites

Posted: Fri Feb 04, 2011

Israel Tourism Minister Stas Misezhnikov recently extended an invite to the 33 Chilean miners who had been trapped for 69 days in a mineshaft to visit the country on a Christian pilgrimage and now 31 of them have accepted.
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Israel's economy is booming, largely thanks to holidays

Posted: Fri Feb 04, 2011

In 2010, Israel saw its strongest year of tourism yet, with 3.45 million travelers visiting the country for both religious pilgrimages and leisure, according to The Independent.
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Village of Lifta becomes tourism spot for many

Posted: Fri Feb 04, 2011

The village of Lifta has long been a symbol of Palestinian-Israeli relations and was mostly abandoned around 1948. Now, however, the town is teeming with souvenir shops, tourists and field trips
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Dead Seas May Be One of World's Natural Wonders

Posted: Thu Feb 03, 2011

The Dead Seas in Israel have attracted a growing number of tourists around the world, especially due to the importance of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and now the site has become a finalist in the Seven Natural Wonders of the World campaign.
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Athletes begin training for Jerusalem Marathon

Posted: Thu Feb 03, 2011

With its unique culture, rich history and diverse geography, Jerusalem has attracted many tourists to the region.
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Breakfast honors Christian and Israel relations

Posted: Thu Feb 03, 2011

A breakfast slated to take place on February 27 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee, will be honoring Israel and showing the Christian community's support of the nation. The meal will include high-profile dignitaries and artists.
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Macedonian medieval history highlighted for Israeli tourists

Posted: Wed Feb 02, 2011

There are already plenty of reasons for many people to be interested in a holiday to Israel, but medieval history may be a new one on the list.
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Israel becoming a site for wine tourism

Posted: Wed Feb 02, 2011

When it comes to tourism in Israel, wine may not be the first thing on a visitor's mind. However, the vineyards of the Holy Land are now offering vintages that rival those of California, South Africa and New Zealand.
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Apps offer a way to call Israel, explore Tel Aviv

Posted: Wed Feb 02, 2011

Navigating Israel's rich, cultural landmarks and cities can be a hairy endeavor at times, but in November the Tourism Ministry released iSrael to make the adventure easier.
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Chilean miners come to Israel for pilgrimage

Posted: Tue Feb 01, 2011

The 33 Chilean miners who were trapped in a mine for 69 days last year have been officially invited to Israel by the Tourism Ministry and will now be visiting the country from February 23 to March 2.
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Deputy consul of Israel promotes tourism in Florida

Posted: Tue Feb 01, 2011

Many Israelis enjoy going to Florida for vacations and deputy consul general Paul Hirschon recently visited the state in order to try and promote tourism for Israelis.
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Shertaon hotel chain to invest in Colombian holidays

Posted: Tue Feb 01, 2011

Colombia is an up-and-coming destination among many travelers - the city of Medellin, Colombia, for example, has seen a 29 percent increase in tourists coming through the airports since 2009.
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Macy Gray, other entertainers provide fun and music in Israel

Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011

Renowned soul singer Macy Gray is planning her fourth appearance in Israel at Reading 3 in Tel Aviv as she tours Europe for her newest album, The Sellout. She will be bringing her unique vocal style and Grammy-award winning voice to the stage.
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World Council of Israelis Abroad discusses Israeli expats

Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011

The World Council of Israelis Abroad recently convened in Toronto, Canada, to discuss how the organization may better serve second-generation Israelis who were born outside of the Israel, according to The Jerusalem Post.
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Jewish students in Spain get ready to celebrate festival of Purim

Posted: Fri Jan 28, 2011

Around 400 Jewish students are planning to celebrate the festival of Purim in Seville, Spain, a city where, centuries ago, the Jewish community that was forced to live in seclusion and secrecy for years.
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Reporter finds adventure and new experiences in Israel

Posted: Fri Jan 28, 2011

Israel's exotic landscape has attracted an array travelers, both for leisure activities and holy pilgrimages. Ann Gripper recently wrote about her adventures while visiting the country in the newspaper The Mirror.
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D.C. students call Israel to exchange holiday blessings

Posted: Thu Jan 27, 2011

Last week, 36 fourth-graders from the Jewish Primary Day School in Washington D.C. used technology to get in touch with 23 Israeli students at the Jabotinsky School in Beit Shemesh to exchange holiday greetings for Tu B'Shevat.
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Travelers from Brazil, Colombia, drive tourism in Miami

Posted: Thu Jan 27, 2011

As countries such as Brazil and Colombia experience a surge in economic strength, more Latin American tourists are deciding to take trips overseas. One of the most popular destinations is proving to be Miami.
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Israel tries to attract more Christian tourists

Posted: Wed Jan 26, 2011

Tourism has been booming in Israel lately - in 2010, 3.45 million visitors traveled to the country - but now officials are looking to expand the attraction of the destination by offering Christians a guided tour of holy sites.
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Tourism booth for Israel wins first prize in Madrid

Posted: Wed Jan 26, 2011

At the 2010 FITUR tourism show in Madrid, Spain, the Israeli booth touting the beautiful and diverse sights of the Holy Land stood out among 200 other displays, according to the Jerusalem Post.
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Many may call Israel to discuss Tu Bishvat

Posted: Tue Jan 25, 2011

Jewish communities around the world recently celebrated the holiday Tu Bishvat, which marks a new year for trees which are recognized as symbols of continuity and eternity.
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Record number of tourists visited Israel in 2010

Posted: Mon Jan 24, 2011

Israel's tourism ministry recently released figures that showed that a record number of 3.45 million tourists had visited the country in 2010, a figure that is 26 percent higher than the number of travelers in 2009.
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Android smartphone to be launched into space

Posted: Mon Jan 24, 2011

A team of researchers located in the UK has recently organized an effort to attach a smartphone to a satellite that will then be launched into space , reports ZDNet.co.uk.
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Many may call Cuba as U.S. eases travel restrictions

Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2011

A standing trade embargo between the United States and Cuba has also effectively barred travel between the two countries for decades.
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New glass cover for smartphones may be best yet

Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2011

Japan's largest glass maker, Asahi Glass, has recently revealed a special cover that it is developing for smartphones, according to Mobilpedia. The new product will be scratch-resistant and six times stronger than normal glass.
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Medellin, Colombia, experiences surge in holiday tourism

Posted: Thu Jan 20, 2011

The city of Medellin, Colombia, has been attracting an international crowd of holiday visitors and has recently experienced a significant boost in tourism, according to Colombia Reports.
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President Hu Jintao's visits White House, many may call China to discuss the trip

Posted: Wed Jan 19, 2011

Wednesday morning, Chinese President Hu Jintao arrived at the White House, where he was welcomed with a ceremony on the South Lawn.
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Sony to unveil Playstation phone on January 27

Posted: Wed Jan 19, 2011

There has been a lot of talk about how portable gaming systems such as Nintendo's DS and Sony's PSP will be affected by the increasing popularity of smartphones.
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Smartphones can now help with taxes

Posted: Tue Jan 18, 2011

January means tax season has finally begun, and millions of Americans are looking for an easy and effective way to file their information.
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Germany's world-famous octopus gets memorial

Posted: Tue Jan 18, 2011

Germany's psychic octopus, Paul, caught the world's attention when he correctly predicted the outcome for many of the German football team's losses and victories during the World Cup.
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Hockey fans may have a reason to call Canada about the 2011 Stanley Cup

Posted: Mon Jan 17, 2011

It has been nearly a decade since one of Canada's hockey teams has taken the Stanley Cup home - in the 1992-93 season, the Montreal Canadiens were last to earn such an honor, according to The Toronto Sun.
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Next-generation iPhones and iPads will have dual-core graphics chip for higher resolution

Posted: Mon Jan 17, 2011

Rumors from industry sources have revealed that the next-generation iPhones and iPads will boast a dual-core graphics chip that is capable of displaying much higher resolution images.
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As death toll from floods climbs, many may call Brazil to get in touch with loved ones

Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2011

The flooding that started earlier this week is still wreaking havoc in parts of Brazil and officials have stated that more than 500 people are now confirmed dead as a result of the natural disaster.
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Cuba expects 2.7 million tourists in 2011

Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2011

Cuba may not be known for its tourism but the country saw at least 2.5 million visitors in 2010 and officials expect that this number will grow by 10 percent, reaching 2.7 million in 2011,.
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Nigeria's election season puts emphasis on youth and Barack Obama

Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2011

Nigeria's election season is underway and candidate and current president GoodLuck Jonathan has relied on the internet, polls and even Barack Obama to boost his popularity in the eyes of the people.
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New apps will allow callers to use phones like credit cards

Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2011

PayPal, Visa and Google are working on technology that will turn smartphones into mobile credit cards. ReviewsOfElectronics.com speculates that this new feature could make a mobile handset the only item necessary for purchases.
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Colombian soldiers accused of killing civilians

Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011

In 2008, it was revealed that some Colombian soldiers had been regularly killing defenseless civilians and 258 military personnel have been convicted since, according to the Associated Press.
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Could Android smartphones be easier to hack than iPhones?

Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011

Steven Chang, the chairman of Trend Micro, the world's largest security provider for corporate servers, recently told Bloomberg business news that he believed Google's Android operating system was more vulnerable to cyberattacks than iPhones.
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Rain and avalanches kill nearly 100 in Brazil

Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011

A combination of torrential downpours and mudslides have left 99 people dead in Brazil.
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New research shows that Google's Android continues impressive growth

Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2011

A new study conducted by Javelin Strategy & Research has revealed that Google's Android operating system has continued to increase in popularity, having already achieved significant growth.
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Online phone cards can help those discussing China's $4 billion deals with Britain

Posted: Tue Jan 11, 2011

After vice-premier Li Keqiang's visit to the UK, many may want to call China to discuss the implications of the new deals struck between the countries.
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Google may split Android into two different operating systems

Posted: Tue Jan 11, 2011

Google may be planning to split Android into two different forms - Android Ice Cream and Android Gingerbread.
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Mexico shuffles cabinet due to new oil demands

Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2011

President Felipe Calderon has announced that he would be appointing a new energy minister to his cabinet who he hopes will be able to accommodate the new demands for oil, according to Bloomberg.
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Verizon may showcase iPhone on Tuesday

Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2011

There have been many speculations about Verizon's imminent move to carry Apple's iPhones and, this coming Tuesday, the wait may be over, according to The Wichita Business Journal.
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IPhone 3, prepaid phone card can make smartphones more affordable

Posted: Fri Jan 07, 2011

Those who have wanted to buy a smartphone but haven't had the spare change are likely to rejoice at AT&T's recent move.
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TV maker Vizio showcases Via smartphone at CES

Posted: Fri Jan 07, 2011

The 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas has been hotly anticipated by many mobile enthusiasts, especially as other companies scramble to keep up with Apple's iPad or try to replicate the success of smartphones.
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More travelers embarking on cruises to Cuba

Posted: Fri Jan 07, 2011

When a British cruiseliner recently docked in Havana, Cuba, the 1,500 passengers were greeted by a salsa band, dancing schoolchildren and showgirls wearing bikinis and massive feather headdresses, according to CFNews13.com.
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Nigeria's foremost banker named Central Bank Governor of 2010

Posted: Thu Jan 06, 2011

Nigeria has been notorious for corruption involving elections and finances, but Mallam Lamido Aminu Sanusi, who was appointed the head of the Bank of Nigeria in 2009, has tried to rise above the tide.
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New PhoneTag may put an end to losing a phone

Posted: Thu Jan 06, 2011

As smartphones become more popular, they also become more expensive. This isn't good for those who often lose their handset, but a new device being showcased by mobile technology company Phone Halo may offer a solution for this problem.
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Many sure to call Germany as Berlin declares state of emergency due to freezing rains

Posted: Thu Jan 06, 2011

A storm of freezing rain that has quickly turned to ice has caused chaos in Berlin, where there have been at least 170 accidents reported due to the conditions, according to United Press International.
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Many sure to call Canada over newest political smartphone apps

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2011

It was only a matter of time before politicians started to see the value in smartphone apps.
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Americans are top visitors to India

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2011

Data provided by the Tourism Ministry has shown that the United States was the origin country of the most tourists visiting India during 2009, followed by the United Kingdom, which seems to indicate that the country is popular among Western travelers, according to The Economic Times.
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LG Optimus Black one of the most anticipated smartphones of the year

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2011

Following its unveiling at the Consumer Electronics Association, the LG Optimus Black has been touted as one of the most hotly anticipated smartphones of 2011.
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Cuba celebrates 52nd anniversary of the Revolution

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011

On January 1, 1959, Fidel Castro and his revolutionaries seized control of Havana, Cuba, from dictator Fulgencio Batista and led the country to a socialist reform.
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Online phone card, phone-camera card innovative devices for smartphones

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011

While many have speculated that smartphones and other mobile devices may lead to the demise of digital cameras, Eye-Fi CEO Jeff Holove disagrees. He recently told Mobilized.com that he expects that users will instead rely on both for pictures.
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Team Canada beats USA in World Junior Championships

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2011

Last Monday, Team Canada won 4-1 against Team USA in the semifinals of the World Junior Championships. The team is now moving on to face Russia, who beat Sweden 4-3, according to NHL.com.
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Many sure to call Colombia over "repugnant" football-drug connections

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2011

Drugs have been part of Colombian football clubs for years, but recent discoveries have prompted President Juan Manuel Santos to decry the relationship between the sport and drug cartels as "repugnant," according to The Guardian.
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10 million Galaxy S smartphones sold since release

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2011

Phonemaker Samsung confirmed today that 10 million units of the immensely popular Galaxy S smartphone have been sold since the mobile's release in June 2010, at a monthly rate of 1.4 million each month.
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World's biggest smartphone shown off in California

Posted: Thu Dec 30, 2010

Most people would agree that smartphone usage is huge in Northern America, but a display at a Best Buy location in San Carlos, California, may not be what mobile callers had in mind.
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Australians lead world in smartphone usage

Posted: Tue Dec 28, 2010

While usage of smartphones continues to increase year after year, it looks as though Australians may have the rest of the world beat.
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For those who need to access the internet and call China, smartphones pave the way

Posted: Thu Dec 23, 2010

Many of those in China are unable to afford a laptop, but the emergence of smartphones as popular devices have made millions of users able to connect to the internet who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford the service, according to IDG News Service.
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An online phone card can help with holidays to Mexico

Posted: Wed Dec 22, 2010

Despite the ongoing coverage of the drug wars in Mexico, many tourists are still flocking to the tropical destination for vacations, according to The Economist.
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Sony announces Playstation app for smartphones

Posted: Tue Dec 21, 2010

The gaming community has been waiting to see what developers will do to accommodate video games on smartphones, especially in the wake of recent reports that have revealed that portable video game systems are disappearing due to handsets.
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Many sure to call Turkey amid PM's complaints about Israeli intransigence

Posted: Tue Dec 21, 2010

In what some have seen as inflammatory remarks, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has started to blame Israeli "intransigence" for the failure of current Mideast peace talks, according to the Associated Press.
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Google releases new 3D maps for Android

Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010

Smartphones with Google's Android operating system haven't stopped impressing the industry with their selling power and now the company is introducing Google Maps 5.0 for all Android-based devices, according to Google's blog.
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One-third of young Americans have smartphones

Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010

A recent survey conducted by Nielsen has revealed that approximately one-third of young people in the United States, aged 15 to 24, have a smartphone, with more than half being female (55 percent).
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Many sure to call Brazil as President Lula's term comes to an end

Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010

Brazil's hugely popular president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, only less than two more weeks before he officially steps down from his position and his former cabinet chief, Dilma Rouseff, takes over, according to the Associated Free Press.
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Many sure to call Germany amid dangerous snowstorms

Posted: Thu Dec 16, 2010

Europe has been hit with unprecedented snowstorms lately and one of the most severely affected countries is Germany, where another major blizzard has been forecast, according to the Associated Free Press.
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Smartphones for soldiers may reduce international calling rates

Posted: Thu Dec 16, 2010

The US Army has expressed a goal to equip every soldier on the battlefield with a smartphone that can be used to track allies and enemies, as well as acquire new intelligence in real-time.
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Cuba may allow baseball players to go to other leagues

Posted: Wed Dec 15, 2010

Cuba's socialist roots have been deteriorating over the years and, recently, the country has even hinted that it may allow star baseball players from The Cuban Baseball Federation to play for the leagues of other nations, according to The Economist.
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Many sure to call India as Chinese premier visits country

Posted: Wed Dec 15, 2010

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao recently embarked on a three-day visit to India that was in part meant to build a better relationship between the two countries.
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New watches will display smartphone information remotely

Posted: Wed Dec 15, 2010

Watchmaker Fossil has started to develop watches that can help those with smartphones keep track of all the data they receive on their handsets such as text messages, email, temperature and even Tweets, according to ScoBleizer.com.
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New Android chips, online phone card, to make calls cheap and reliable

Posted: Tue Dec 14, 2010

Communication provider Broadcom is in the process of developing a new chip that will be compatible with low-cost Android phones that will cater to those who have been holding out on smartphones due to cost.
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Preview of the LG Star revealed

Posted: Tue Dec 14, 2010

Engadget.com has managed to obtain a prototype of the hotly anticipated LG Star smartphone and, despite the fact that the model isn't finished, reviewers found that it already outperformed the standard Android substantially.
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Telecommunications company works to create innovative OS to call China

Posted: Mon Dec 13, 2010

Competition among companies has been stiff in the smartphone arena and China Mobile has recently upped the ante by trying to promote the operating system that it developed, the Open Mobile System (OMS), IDG News reports.
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Canadian women's soccer team bests Netherlands and Mexico at Four Nations tournament

Posted: Mon Dec 13, 2010

Last Thursday was the first match of Canadian women's soccer team since their victory at the 2010 CONCACAF Women's Championship about a month ago and the team hasn't appeared to have lost any steam, according to OyeTimes.com.
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Nigerian state governor may be extradited to UK

Posted: Mon Dec 13, 2010

The highest court in Dubai has recently ruled that Nigerian state governor James Ibori may be extradited to the UK to be tried for corruption charges originally leveled against him in December 2007, according to the BBC.
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Nokia N8, online phone card make it easier to share with distant relatives than ever

Posted: Fri Dec 10, 2010

Nokia has recently been trying to come up with innovative ways to fend of advances from Apple's iPhone and Google's Android, and seems to have come up with an answer to these challengers with the Nokia N8.
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Users start favoring smartphones over handheld game systems

Posted: Fri Dec 10, 2010

While the number of apps for smartphones such as the iPhone have surged in recent months, it seems that handheld gaming systems such as the PSP and Nintendo DS are suffering as a result, according to new data revealed by research firm Interpret.
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Mexican President Felipe Calderon calls for unity during climate summit

Posted: Fri Dec 10, 2010

Mexico is currently hosting 194 nations that signed The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Cancun, where countries are trying to come to a consensus on how to deal with the threat of climate change, according to XinhuaNet.com.
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Many may soon call China to discuss a new and popular sport: Polo

Posted: Thu Dec 09, 2010

While polo has often been criticized as a sport of the capitalists by many in China, it has started to gain favor among younger, upper class citizens who are looking for more of a physical challenge than golf, according to The Independent.
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Students throw eggs at official in Turkey over education dispute

Posted: Thu Dec 09, 2010

This past weekend in Istanbul, Turkey, students gathered at a discussion between Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and university officials as they touched on higher education reform that have proved to be highly unpopular in the country, according to The Southeast European Times.
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Smartphone users may use online phone card, shopping apps for the holidays

Posted: Thu Dec 09, 2010

New data released by research firm ABI has revealed that almost half of American smartphone owners plan to use their mobile devices to shop for the holidays or have already used it for purchasing purposes.
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50 percent of American mobile users will own a smartphone by end of 2011

Posted: Wed Dec 08, 2010

A new forecast by market intelligence firm Asymco has predicted that, by the fourth quarter in 2011, half of American mobile users will own a smartphone. Currently, comScore statistics reveal that one-third of these callers own a smartphone.
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New smartphone processor can help download online phone card apps faster than before

Posted: Wed Dec 08, 2010

A new processor being developed by Texas Instruments may help those who are looking to download and access an online phone card or other apps, as well as enhance overall speed and graphics, for smartphones, according to IDG News.
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Rains cause state of emergency, many sure to call Colombia to stay in touch

Posted: Wed Dec 08, 2010

Colombia's President Juan Manuel Santos has declared that the country is in a state of emergency after this year's rainy season, which has caused thousands of families to flee their homes, left 200 dead, and has affected 1.6 million Colombians overall, according to Colombia Reports.
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iPhone reigns supreme over Nokia

Posted: Tue Dec 07, 2010

Nokia has been a long-standing favorite in Australia, but the phonemaker) has recently been pushed aside by Apple, making the iPhone the most popular smartphone in the country, according to The Sydney Morning Herald.
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Julian Assange surrenders in Britain, denied bail

Posted: Tue Dec 07, 2010

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was arrested earlier today in England after voluntarily surrendering himself to police, according to The Guardian.
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Cuba sees tourism growth despite economic downturn

Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2010

Despite the fact that global tourism has taken a significant downturn due to the great recession, The Associated Press reports that Cuba is proving to be resilient in the sour economic climate.
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Mexican government warns migrants to travel in convoys for the holidays

Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2010

The Mexican government has told migrants who are planning to visit their home country for the holidays that they should be careful during their travels and, if possible, travel in large groups, according to The Associated Press.
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Samsung announces new Android phone

Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2010

Today, Samsung announced its latest Android smartphone, which will offer innovative, new features, including near field communications (NFC), an addition many experts believe will transform the way that smartphones are used.
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After more than a year of uncertainty, the first female attorney general for Colombia

Posted: Fri Dec 03, 2010

The elections to Colombia's post of attorney general began in July 2009 and now, in December 2010, they have finally come to an end with the election of Viviane Morales, the first female attorney general for the country, according to FOX News Latino.
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Smartphone and tablets defy speculations about growth

Posted: Fri Dec 03, 2010

Research firm IDC originally estimated the smartphone and tablet growth would remain steady, but didn't foresee the spike in sales that would defy their optimistic prediction.
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Canada's ambassador to Afghanistan offers to step down in wake of WikiLeaks cables

Posted: Thu Dec 02, 2010

Canada's ambassador to Afghanistan, William Crosbie, has volunteered to step down from his post as a preemptive effort to minimize the damage caused by the release of the WikiLeaks cables to foreign relations, according to The Globe and Mail.
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Clown becomes member of Brazilian Congress

Posted: Thu Dec 02, 2010

Francisco Oliveira Silva originally made headlines when he was elected for Congress, but not because of radical political ideas. Instead, it was because of his former profession - as a clown known as Tiririca.
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HTC plans to release first 3D smartphone

Posted: Thu Dec 02, 2010

The growing smartphone industry has attracted a lot of competition and companies have tried to stay ahead of each other by creating new and innovative platforms.
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Android and iPhone compete for most wanted device

Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010

A newly released Nielsen report has found that the majority of mobile users who are looking for a new phone are leaning toward buying a handset with Google's Android operating system or an iPhone.
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Mark Cavendish nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010

After two impressive seasons, cyclist Mark Cavendish has been nominated for the BBC's prestigious sports Sports Personality of the Year Award. He will be competing for the title with other contenders such as Lee Westwood, David Haye, and Tom Daley, according to IsleOfMan.com.
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China encourages diplomatic negotiations with Iran

Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010

Chinese foreign minister Yang Jiechi recently called on the international community to approach diplomatic relations with Iran by using comprehensive and longterm negotiations, according to XinhuaNet.com.
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Android expected to become top-selling operating system in 2011

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010

Google's Android platform has surprised many with its seemingly unstoppable growth. Researchers from Taiwan have concluded that the operating system will soon overtake Nokia's Symbian in the world smartphone market, according to FocusTaiwan.tw.
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Arundhati Roy's comments about Kashmir may result in sedition charges

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010

Renowned novelist Arundhati Roy, who has received the Booker Prize for her work, has landed in hot water with the Indian government after explicitly disagreeing with the official stance on Kashmir, a long-contested territory, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Smartphone features in 2011

Posted: Mon Nov 29, 2010

Analysts predict that, in the future, the options that these handsets offer users will diversify, so that each device is a multimedia hub that can function as anything from a phone to a handheld gaming system.
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Most iPhone users wouldn't choose a different kind of phone

Posted: Mon Nov 29, 2010

A new German survey has found that iPhone users are the most loyal of those who own smartphones, beating out BlackBerry, Android, Nokia and Windows phones by a healthy margin, according to CultOfMac.com.
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Liu Xiang wins 110-meter hurdles at Asian Games

Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2010

Liu Xiang may be best known in China for his controversial withdrawal from the Beijing Olympics in 2008. While the move was due to an injury and understandable to some, Liu left many fans disappointed and angry.
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Smartphone prices in India cut in half

Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2010

Smartphones are one of the hottest-selling gadgets in the world and many companies are scrambling to outmaneuver the competition as the market becomes more established.
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New Android smartphone boasts economic size and impressive display

Posted: Tue Nov 23, 2010

Acer has announced what may be one of its smallest and most powerful Android devices to date, according to SlashGear.com. The phone is only 4.8 inches, but has a display with a resolution of 1024 x 480 and an aspect ratio of 21:9.
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Merkel says that bailouts for Ireland represent a serious situation

Posted: Tue Nov 23, 2010

With the European Union set to help Ireland through a financial bailout, skeptics have started to criticize the wisdom of the plan. Many are speculating that, if Ireland is bailed out, other member countries will follow.
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Smartphones becoming increasingly popular modes of shopping for holiday

Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2010

Many shoppers dread waiting in long lines and navigating through crowded aisles when searching for holiday gifts, but InformationWeek.com reports that there is a new trend among those with a smartphone - buying from mobile devices.
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India's prime minister's reputation suffers from corruption scandal

Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2010

India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who has been considered one of the main figures involved in the country's unprecedented economic growth, has been implicated in a corruption scandal that has dealt blows to his credibility, ABC News reports.
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Motorola Droid Pro may be the best phone for business

Posted: Fri Nov 19, 2010

Before Palm phones fell to the wayside in development, the Palm Treo was the go-to phone for many of those in business who needed a device that could dependably multi-task and didn't come with the bells and whistles of other phones, according to ComputerWorld.
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China Unicom to release smartphone by the end of 2010

Posted: Thu Nov 18, 2010

Telecommunications provider China Unicom recently announced that it will be releasing its own smartphone by the end of the year, according to Bloomberg. It will feature a completely new operating system that is based off of Linux.
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Mexico City to deploy police to protect tourists

Posted: Thu Nov 18, 2010

Mexico has come under media scrutiny lately due to drug wars and fears of violence against tourists. To counter that, Mexico City is set to deploy a special police unit that is meant to protect travelers, according to TTGLive.com.
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Smartphone sales to surpass computer sales by 2012

Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010

Smartphones have been hailed as the success story of 2010, and now one industry analyst from Morgan Stanley has suggested that the mobile devices will surpass the number of computers sold by 2012, according to The Washington Post.
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Turkish ambassador in Austria accuses Austria of intolerance

Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010

Ambassador Kadri Ecvet Tezcan stirred up controversy in Europe when he accused Austria of being intolerant toward Turkish residents who are living in the country.
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Google CEO showcases new smartphone

Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010

It's not every day that a CEO personally introduces a new product of the company, so when Eric Schmidt of Google demonstrated the new smartphone Nexus S at the Web 2.0 Summit, heads turned, according to The Inquirer.
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China begins Asian Games with easy win against Mongolia

Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010

Defending champion China seemed to almost immediately have the advantage when playing on the basketball court against Mongolia and, no matter how many points ahead the team was, they continued to push for more.
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David Cameron says that economic strength will lead Britain to commanding role in future

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010

Prime Minister David Cameron emphasized the necessity of a strong economy in a recent speech, according to The Telegraph.
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Nigeria's Falcons win sixth African title

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010

Nigeria's Falcons team took the championship title from defenders Equatorial Guinea on Sunday and are now looking toward the World Cup, according to PeaceFMOnline.com.
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Windows Phone 7 met with some skepticism

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2010

Windows Phone 7 is the latest operating system to step onto the stage and contend with rivals such as the iPhone and Android, but PCWorld.com reports that a number of mistakes have made it less than worthy as a competitor.
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Canada's Christine Sinclair leads team to victory over Mexico

Posted: Fri Nov 12, 2010

Canada's woman soccer team has won its first CONCACAF championship in 12 years with a mix of defense and offense, according to CBC.
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1 million Chinese smartphones may be infected with virus

Posted: Fri Nov 12, 2010

While the initial reports are a little uncertain, The Guardian reports that a virus may have spread among one million Chinese smartphones.
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Ex-clown elected to Brazilian congress

Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010

A man whose former profession was a clown has been elected as a representative for Sao Paulo, Brazil, according to The Associated Free Press.
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Chancellor Angela Merkel talks economy, protectionism at G20 summit

Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010

Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived in Seoul, South Korea, to speak at the Business Summit, according to Xinhuanet.com.
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Google's Android software is second-best selling smartphone in world

Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010

Google's Android operating system has been the fashion for many smartphone developers in recent months and the growth of the software hasn't ceased to impress.
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Iphone ranked as most reliable and breakable in new survey

Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010

Warranty provider SquareTrade recently conducted a survey that analyzed the reliability and lifespan of 50,000 different smartphones and concluded that the iPhone was both the best and worst of the group, according to CultOfMac.com.
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Tiger Woods defends last remaining title in Australia

Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010

Last year, Tiger Woods came to Melbourne to hundreds of thousands of fans. He was the number one golf player in the world and had the track record to prove it, The Times of India reports.
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Top 3 reasons why Windows Phone 7 may conquer smartphone market

Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010

Microsoft entered the smartphone market later than Google and Apple, but CRN.com recently offered a few reasons that the software developer's Windows Phone 7 may be one of the most-used operating systems on mobile devices in the future.
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Holiday-seekers in Turkey spend less in 2010

Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010

Turkey's success as a tourist destination has taken many by surprise, but the trend appears to be slowing, as travelers are spending less in the country than previous years, according to Today's Zaman.
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New Samsung phone offers dual screen display

Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010

Smartphone developer Samsung is about to release the Samsung Continuum, which boasts a unique, double-screened display.
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Famous F1 driver attacked in Brazil, raising safety concerns

Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2010

Last Saturday, Formula One driver Jenson Button was leaving the Interlagos Track when he was accosted by armed gunmen who attempted to rob him.
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Britain elects first Muslim executive mayor

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2010

Lutfur Rahman was elected to lead Tower Hamlets, the culturally diverse, eastern borough of London, and has pledged to bring all the communities together and lead by example, according to The Guardian.
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President Obama joins in Diwali celebrations

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2010

President Obama's visit to India coincided with the Hindu Festival of Lights celebration, also known as Diwali. His wife, Michelle, and he both took the time to honor the festivities by dancing with a group of schoolchildren, according to The Daily Mail.
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New website allows British smartphone users to shop

Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2010

Retail and superstore giant Tesco has recently unveiled a new website meant to help those who are looking for a way to shop for non-food items from their smartphones, according to TheGrocer.co.uk.
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Nigeria's football team gets new coach

Posted: Fri Nov 05, 2010

The Nigerian football team the Super Eagles was appointed a new coach yesterday by the Nigeria Football Federation.
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Dell turns back on Blackberry

Posted: Fri Nov 05, 2010

A new policy for Dell employees has generated some controversy within the smartphone market - next week, 25,000 company workers will be able to trade in their BlackBerries for Venue Pro Windows Phone 7 devices, according to TechLand.com.
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China hosts annual Asian Games

Posted: Fri Nov 05, 2010

If 2008's Olympics were an indicator, China should be preparing another spectacular venue for this year's Asian Games, which are set to take place from November 12 to November 27, according to TaiwanNews.com.
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Bomb found in British airport

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010

On Friday, October 29, a bomb that was ready to be shipped to the United States was discovered at the East Midlands airport in the United Kingdom.
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Android continues gains in popularity, Windows slips

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010

Recent data from the measurement firm comScore has revealed that Google's Android operating system continued its impressive growth during the third quarter of the year.
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Garmin backs out of smartphone production

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010

The lucrative smartphone market has attracted many different competitors but, after a year in, GPS-maker Garmin has decided to step out of the field, according to The Sydney Morning Herald.
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Smartphone data usage could increase percent by 2015

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2010

New data released by Informa Research has revealed that smartphone users make up the bulk of data transfers each month, sending information at an average rate of 85 megabytes every month, according to Mobiledia.com.
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Mexico tries to attract tourists with enchiladas and medical tourism

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2010

In Iztapalapa, a borough in Mexico City, a small group of people convened to break the world record for something very unusual - the world's biggest enchilada. The enormous dish is 230 feet long and weighs 3,144 pounds, according to MinyanVille.com.
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Obama vows tough stance with India during visit

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2010

President Obama has stated that it would be very difficult for his administration to meet New Delhi's desire for the United States to end the ban on exports of dual-use technology, but the topic may come up when he visits the country in a few days, according to Reuters
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Windows Phone 7 predicted to attract more developers than Android

Posted: Tue Nov 02, 2010

At a recent conference in Hong Kong, Dell CEO Michael Dell announced that the Windows Phone 7 may be more inviting for developers who are looking to create new platforms than Google's Android, according to InformationWeek.com.
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Canadian Women's World Cup team faces off with Mexico

Posted: Tue Nov 02, 2010

The Canadian team for the CONCACAF Women's World Cup seems to have had an almost effortless time in the qualifying matches. They trounced Trinidad, Tobago and Guyana in games for a cumulative total of 9-0, according to CBCSports.Ca.
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Blackberry and iPhone are most popular mobile devices

Posted: Tue Nov 02, 2010

According to the Global Smartphone Report recently released by Nielsen, Apple's iPhone and Research in Motion's Blackberry are struggling to clinch the top spot in the smartphone market.
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Dilma Rousseff wins Brazilian presidency, becomes country's first female president

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2010

After months of an election that at times seemed unpredictable, Dilma Rousseff was elected as Brazil's next president, continuing the reign of the country's Workers Party, according to CNN.
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Britain dominates World Rowing Championships

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2010

The second day of The World Rowing Championships in New Zealand saw a string of British victories, with teams winning 9 out of 12 Olympic class events, according to BBC.
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Australia a big country for Chinese and Indian tourists

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2010

A new report conducted by the marketing research firm Deloitte has found that the tourism from China and India in Australia will grow faster than those of Japan, the United Kingdom and France.
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New technology may revolutionize smartphones in the near future

Posted: Fri Oct 29, 2010

Forget 3G and 4G wireless connections, The Economic Times reports that another technology will soon take hold of smartphones and tablet computers, effectively revolutionizing the industry - long-term evolution (LTE).
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Emir of Qatar Travels to Britain

Posted: Thu Oct 28, 2010

Last Tuesday, Queen Elizabeth II greeted Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Than, to the United Kingdom in a festive state ceremony that took place at Windsor Castle, according to The Associated Press.
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The top three smartphones of 2010

Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2010

With only a few months left in the year, ZDNet.com has recently collected samples of all the hottest-selling smartphones of 2010 and compared them, obtaining some very interesting results.
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Mexican Deputy Foreign Minister travels to the U.K.

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2010

The Mexican Deputy Foreign Minister Lourdes Aranda recently traveled to London in order to meet with Minister for Latin America Jeremy Browne to discuss everything from trade to climate change, according to MexiData.info.
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Starbucks customers can now buy coffee with smartphones

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2010

Companies are scrambling to take advantage of the emerging popularity of smartphones and the coffee franchise, Starbucks, has recently expanded its experimental online payment service to New York City, according to InformationWeek.com.
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Dilma Rousseff pulls ahead in Brazil elections

Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2010

Brazil's current president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, has enjoyed the popularity ratings that most politicians can only dream about - currently, 82 percent of the population approves of his work, The Associated Press reports.
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20-year-old Mexican woman becomes police chief

Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2010

The town of Praxedis has long been close to the routes that many drug dealers use to smuggle narcotics from Mexico to the United States, and local authorities have been helpless to stop the illicit activities, according to CBS.
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Many are choosing smartphones over computers and televisions

Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2010

A study conducted by Forrester Research last month has found that 37 percent of Americans aged 18 to 30 use their smartphones in order to get online or watch television shows, and that trend appears to be rapidly increasing, according to CNN.
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Wallabies aim for unbeaten rugby record in Australia

Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2010

While some may be skeptical of one rugby team being able to reign victorious over New Zealand, Wales, England, Italy, France, Leicester and Munster, one of the most well-known Australian players, Adam Ashley-Cooper, recently said that it is a distinct possibility for the Wallabies.
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Military deployed to Maiduguri, Nigeria, to contain religious sect

Posted: Wed Oct 20, 2010

Following a string of targeted killings in Maiduguri, Nigeria, the government has deployed some of the military in order to restore peace, according to The Canadian Press.
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U.K. budget cuts will slash nearly 500,000 jobs

Posted: Wed Oct 20, 2010

In a controversial austerity measure, the British government has announced that it is reining in spending on social services, which will result in a loss of 490,000 public-sector positions over the next four years, according to The Washington Post.
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New mobile games teach Chinese kids how to read

Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010

A recent study of rural areas in China has found that games on mobile devices may actually encourage children to read more, and youngsters in Beijing also appear to benefit from the technology, according to The International Business Times.
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Turkey's first lady walks down red carpet for first time

Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010

President Abdullah Gül has reinstated a normal procedure for welcoming ceremonies in Turkey by having his wife walk down the red carpet past the guard of honor with visiting public officials, WorldBulletin.net reports.
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Palm Pre advances by leaps and bounds with new HP phone

Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010

Hewlett Packard has recently announced that it will be releasing the Palm Pre 2, the first smartphone that the company has designed with a processor that is one gigahertz, making for a much faster model than predecessors.
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Why Google's Android may defeat the iPhone

Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010

As more smartphones are released into the market, there have been speculations on which operating system will reign supreme.
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Oprah's Australian hotspots are unknown so far

Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010

The destinations for Oprah's hotly anticipated Australian tour are still closely under wraps, but different venues have already started to bid big dollars to have the chance to accommodate the famous talk show host and her audience of 300 people and 150 crew members.
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Canada works to attract Chinese tourists

Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010

Having recently been approved as a tourist destination for Chinese travelers, Canada is now working to accommodate this new group of visitors, The Vancouver Sun reports.
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Samsung offers most affordable Android smartphone

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010

The Galaxy 5 is one of the most affordable smartphones on the market which is currently running Google's Android operating system, The Philippine Star reports, and it may present a good opportunity for those who are looking for a new mobile device which will fit into their budget.
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New phones released for China market

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010

A host of new mobile devices are being released for telecommunications provider China Mobile in the coming weeks, aimed at the country's 564 million callers, including some that are exclusive to the country, according to PC World.
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Heavy rain batters Istanbul

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010

Residents of Istanbul, Turkey, woke up on Friday morning to be struck with heavy rain at best and flooding at worst, which made driving on the streets nearly impossible and caused a number of car accidents, according to WorldBulletin.net.
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Some apps available for Windows 7 Phone, but others are slow to come

Posted: Thu Oct 14, 2010

Following Window 7 Phone's debut into the field of smartphones, there has been a lot of praise for the operating system. One complaint, however, seems to focus on the decided lack of applications that are currently available for the device, according to PC Magazine.
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Australian hockey team crushes India at Commonwealth Games

Posted: Thu Oct 14, 2010

In a continuance of a stellar performance by the Australian team at New Delhi's Commonwealth Games, the men's hockey team recently reigned victorious over the India team for a final score of 8-0, according to India Today.
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Billion-dollar home opens in India

Posted: Thu Oct 14, 2010

The world's fourth richest man, Mukesh Ambani, and his family are planning a housewarming party to celebrate the opening of their 27-story home, which was recently completed in Mumbai, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Tourism in Mexico is regaining ground lost during recession

Posted: Wed Oct 13, 2010

Officials from the Ministry of Tourism have recently claimed that Mexico has bounced back from the drop in tourism that the country experienced in 2009. In fact, six percent more tourists visited the country this year than in the landmark year of 2008, according to International News magazine.
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Chinese and American defense chiefs meet at ASEAN conference

Posted: Wed Oct 13, 2010

China's defense minister Liang Guanglie met with defense secretary Robert Gates on Tuesday, October 12, at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations conference to attempt to calm some of the recent tension between the two countries, according to The Christian Science Monitor.
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Ebay to offer mobile marketplace to smartphone users

Posted: Wed Oct 13, 2010

The online bargaining place, eBay, has recently launched a new website meant for users who are trying to shop online from their mobile devices.
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Video calls still not a frequently used feature on smartphones

Posted: Tue Oct 12, 2010

Smartphones are becoming a hot item for customers of all ages, but one capability of these mobile devices - video calling - is still expected to lag behind the use of its other functions.
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Ibrahim Babangida's campaign manager sues over arrest

Posted: Tue Oct 12, 2010

Raymond Dokpesi, the owner of the Africa Independent Television network and campaign advisor for Nigerian presidential hopeful Ibrahim Babangida, is suing state police over his recent arrest in connection with terrorism suspects, according to The Associated Press.
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New Blackberry Curve 3G presents alternative to iPhone

Posted: Mon Oct 11, 2010

Some say that Blackberry phones have fallen by the wayside compared to the advances from other smartphones, but the Blackberry Curve 3G looks ready to strike a balance between innovation and affordability, according to Laptop Magazine.
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Corruption and indecision may bring Brazil's election down to the final weeks

Posted: Mon Oct 11, 2010

Dilma Rouseff of Brazil's Worker's Party seemed poised to easily become the country's next president during the recent elections, but her indecisive stances on major issues and rumors of corruption in her administration have made her lose what was once a hefty lead, according to Reuters.
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Android OS still looms over Microsoft's new Windows Phone 7

Posted: Mon Oct 11, 2010

Google's Android operating system is proving to be very popular, as phone supplier HTC reports that, from January to September, over 11.7 million smartphones were shipped with the software installed, according to Bloomberg.
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New hands-free accessories available from Motorola

Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010

Motorola has recently launched a line of new accessories for mobile phones that emphasize hand-free cellular use, and Electronista.com featured descriptions of three of the top products, which are set for release on October 12.
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German coach calls Turkey an elite team

Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010

At the Euro 2012 qualification pre-game press conference on October 8, German coach Joachim Loew said that he believed Turkey's football team to be part of the European elite, according to PeaceFMOnline.com.
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India wins big on day 5 of Commonwealth Games

Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010

On the fifth day of the Commonwealth Games taking place in New Delhi, Indian athletes put on impressive performances that awarded the country's team a total of 14 medals, according to The Times of India.
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Cameron promotes peace with tough talk in Northern Ireland

Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010

When Prime Minister David Cameron traveled to Northern Ireland, it was to emphasize the peace efforts that had already been started by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown, but also to remind residents that the United Kingdom would do everything in its power to protect the nation.
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Review of the Samsung Fascinate

Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010

In what some may call the best phone in Samsung's Galaxy series, the Fascinate is the last to launch and Complex.com recently featured an in-depth review of the device.
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New Queensland tourism campaign sees early success

Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2010

A new tourism campaign to advertise the sunny shores of Australia's Queensland, called Queensland, Where Australia Shines, has already seen remarkable success in promoting awareness of the area as a destination for international travelers.
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Brazil and Iran to face off in football match for the first time

Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2010

Brazil is still reeling from the devastating quarterfinal loss to the Netherlands in the World Cup, but the country may have a chance to start a new tradition on October 7, when the team will be pitted against Iran for the first time in history, according to The Associated Press.
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Floods leave villagers trapped in Hainan, China

Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2010

For six days, the island of Hainan, just off the south coast of China, has been subjected to heavy rainfall that has forced 64,360 villagers to evacuate their homes and left others trapped, according to United Press International.
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Merkel tells Muslims to conform to Germany's customs

Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2010

In what is quickly becoming a controversial announcement, German chancellor Angela Merkel recently espoused conservative views on the way that Muslims should behave in Germany, saying that they should adhere to Germany's laws and constitution without reservation, according to The Hindustan Times.
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Turkey to launch intelligence satellite by 2012

Posted: Tue Oct 05, 2010

In an announcement on Tuesday, October 5, prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdo?an said that Turkey's first intelligence satellite, called Goktürk, is being constructed by Turkish engineers and will be launched in 2012, according to The Daily News & Economic Review.
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Dell releases tablet device in India

Posted: Tue Oct 05, 2010

Dell has recently launched its new tablet-smartphone device in India, the Dell Streak, and TechTree.com suggests that the unexpected release could send major competitor Samsung reeling, as the company is planning to release its own Galaxy smartphone later this month.
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Major contender for Nigeria's presidential bid implicated in bombings

Posted: Tue Oct 05, 2010

In a startling turn of events during Nigeria's presidential race, candidate Ibrahim Babangida is now under suspicion for being involved with the bombings in the city of Abuja which occurred on the country's 50th anniversary of independence, according to The Telegraph.
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Canadians creating own tourism boom

Posted: Mon Oct 04, 2010

The second quarter of tourism spending in Canada this year was largely caused by Canadians who chose to have an adventure in their own country, according to The Montreal Gazette.
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Australian gymnastics team wins gold at CWG

Posted: Mon Oct 04, 2010

On October 4, the Australian's men gymnastics team won the gold medal at New Delhi's Commonwealth Games, which is an improvement over their silver medal in Melbourne's CWG in 2006, according to NDTV.com.
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Review of possible iPhone killer Motorola Droid X

Posted: Mon Oct 04, 2010

A recent review of the Motorola Droid X by InfoSyncWorld.com claims that the phone is, by far, the sleekest Android phone on the market, enough so to possibly be an alternative to the iPhone.
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Sydney hosts international food festival

Posted: Fri Oct 01, 2010

From October 1 to October 31, famous chefs from around the world will gather to display their culinary expertise at the Crave Sydney International Food Festival, making meals that will cater to everyone's tastes, according to AusFoodNews.com.
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Some worry about Oktoberfest being corrupted

Posted: Fri Oct 01, 2010

Drunk college students, scandalous celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton and now modified dirndls and lederhosen have all sparked a debate between some in Germany who believe that Oktoberfest is slowly becoming corroded by modern vices, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Popularity of iPhone exceeds demand in China

Posted: Thu Sep 30, 2010

When Apple opened new stores in Beijing and Shanghai on September 24, the company presumably expected that its iPhone 4 would last a little longer than 6 days but, as of the morning of September 30, all of the units were sold out, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Reflecting on president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Posted: Thu Sep 30, 2010

As Brazil's elections approach and the country gets ready to replace the immensely popular Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the BBC recently reflected on the president's accomplishments for the nation.
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Forest Pines Hotel selected as site of 2015 Solheim Cup

Posted: Thu Sep 30, 2010

After a stiff bidding war in the United Kingdom from different groups, UK Sport has selected the Forest Pines Hotel of North Lincolnshire as the potential host for the 2015 Solheim Cup, according to InsideTheGames.Biz.
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Android's Live View feature announced

Posted: Thu Sep 30, 2010

In what could very well be a sweeping new feature to upcoming phones, Sony Ericsson recently announced a new, external device called Live View meant for Android software, according to CNet.com.
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Nigeria celebrates World Tourism Day in Abuja

Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010

Monday marked World Tourism Day and Nigeria participated in the event by holding a celebration organized by the National Tourism Development Corporation that took place in the city of Abuja, according to The Daily Trust.
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Avalanche buries village in northern Oaxaca, Mexico

Posted: Tue Sep 28, 2010

The rain and wind brought by Tropical Storm Matthew were so strong that a hillside overlooking the village of the Santa Maria Tlahuitoltepec in the northern part of Oaxaca, Mexico, collapsed early Tuesday morning and buried hundreds of homes, according to The New York Times.
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Review of the Samsung Fascinate

Posted: Mon Sep 27, 2010

InfoSyncWorld.com recently reviewed the new phone, Samsung Fascinate, and awarded it above-average marks for most features, although penalizing the device for a somewhat clunky design.
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New start in economic relations between China and Russia

Posted: Mon Sep 27, 2010

In what is being hailed as a new start in Russia-China relations by Chinese President Hu Jintao, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev visited the country to discuss economic relations between the two nations, particularly concerning oil lines, according to The Moscow Times.
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More than 97 percent of India's population to use cellphones by 2014

Posted: Fri Sep 24, 2010

A new report conducted by the market research firm iSuppli Corp has found that, by 2014, more than 97 percent of India's 1.26 billion population will be subscribed to a wireless cellphone service provider, according to The International Business Times.
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Kim Kardashian parties at Oktoberfest

Posted: Fri Sep 24, 2010

In what is being hailed as another savvy move meant to promote her upcoming show, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian flew to Germany in order to spend time at the country's infamous Oktoberfest, according to SheKnows.com.
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Key player left out of Brazil's football team for disciplinary reasons

Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2010

A recent shake-up on a Brazilian football team may put a damper on the much-anticipated friendly matches scheduled for next month, as the teenage striker, Neymar, was suspended from play after a confrontation with his coach at Santos, according to ESPN.com.
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AT&T release phone that is ideal for emergencies

Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2010

A new cellphone released by AT&T has been designed with the capability to operate without traditional phone lines or cell towers so that, even during hurricanes or earthquakes, users can safely call loved ones.
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Turkey may change presidential system

Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010

A topic in Turkey that is currently being debated is whether to enact a drastic overhaul to the presidential system.
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Canadian athletes dismiss fears of India's Commonwealth Games

Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010

A recent chain of events has painted a bleak picture for athletes planning to travel to New Delhi, India to compete in the Commonwealth Games, which take place from October 3 to October 14, according to The Toronto Star.
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China shows preference for apps and video games on mobile phones

Posted: Tue Sep 21, 2010

A new survey conducted by the market research company Canalys has found that Chinese users of mobile phones are substantially more interested in downloading applications and video games onto their smartphones, according to PCWorld.com.
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Railway tips for holiday travel in India

Posted: Tue Sep 21, 2010

The Guardian's Monisha Rajesh recently traveled across India by rail. She experienced the exotic areas of the region that aren't as accessible by plane and came back with suggestions for those who intend to visit the country in the future.
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Chinese airline puts emphasis on Australian destinations

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010

China's largest airline, China Southern Airlines, is expanding its services to Australia by introducing four times as many direct flights back and forth between the countries, according to The Sydney Morning Herald.
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The Ultimate Fighting Championship's second Germany competition to take place on November 13th

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010

The Ultimate Fighting Championship's (UFC) hotly anticipated Germany competition, UFC 122, has been scheduled for November 13th and will take place in the city of Oberhausen, according to 5thRound.com.
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Mobile technology said to be new platform for video games

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2010

The next technological platform that video games may conquer might not be in the form of a computer or console, but smartphones, as Microsoft's Xbox releases its first-ever mobile video games in November, Kelowana.com reports.
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Exchange rates make U.S. popular destination for Australian tourists

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2010

On September 16th, the Australian dollar was trading for 94.4 U.S. cents, which was its highest point in the past two years and, according to AdelaideNow.com, this strength has made many Australians choose the United States as a vacation spot. Banks in the country are even running out of U.S. dollars to give tourists.
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Brazilian presidential candidate Dilma Rousseff faces allegations of corruption

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2010

Workers' Party candidate Dilma Rousseff, who has so far led the polls in the upcoming Brazilian elections, may face a stumbling block due to corruption and dirty campaigning allegations, according to The Independent.
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Basketball becoming popular sport in Turkey

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2010

The New York Times reports that the popularity of basketball in Turkey may have something to do with the White Shadow, a TV series that aired from 1980 to 1982, about a former NBA player who coaches a team of high school players.
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Nokia announces new type of smartphone technology

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2010

Cellphone manufacturer Nokia recently announced at the annual Nokia World Conference that would the company would soon be releasing a whole new range of cellphones that run on brand new technological platforms, according to Fin24.com.
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WireFly releases list of top 10 summer phones

Posted: Wed Sep 15, 2010

WireFly.com has released a list of the hottest selling phones of 2010, which reveals that, while smartphones are the most popular devices, some non-smartphones still made the list, as many people are still unwilling to invest in the additional features offered by the cutting-edge device.
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The Garmin-Asus nuvifone A10 reviewed

Posted: Wed Sep 15, 2010

One of the most anticipated phones of this fall is the Garmin-Asus nuvifone A10. CNET.com recently reviewed its unique features in a breakdown that covers all the significant aspects of the device.
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Chinese players win e-sports challenges

Posted: Wed Sep 15, 2010

The China-Germany E-Sports Friendly recently took place at the World Expo in Shanghai, where 12 professional e-sports athletes competed in playing the popular computer game, Warcraft III, and the console game, FIFA 2010, according to AGTech.com.
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Fiestas Mexicanas sees popularity in Wenatchee, Washington

Posted: Tue Sep 14, 2010

The Wenatchee Word reports that the annual Fiestas Mexicanas, which honors Mexico's 200th anniversary, attracted thousands of visitors to Washington's Lincoln Park.
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Clint Eastwood shows first movie in 20 years in Toronto

Posted: Tue Sep 14, 2010

USA Today reports that Clint Eastwood visited the International Toronto Film Festival for the first time since 1964, and he told the news source that it made him feel nostalgic.
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Sports ministry says that 103 Indian athletes tested positive for doping

Posted: Tue Sep 14, 2010

The India Times reports that 103 Indian athletes, including wrestlers, runners, swimmers and a netball player, have tested positive for doping within the last eight months, which has sparked controversy in the nation. Indian teams are currently preparing for the Commonwealth Games, which are set to take place very soon.
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Samsung's Epic 4G phone released

Posted: Mon Sep 13, 2010

TheFasterTimes.com reports that Samsung's Epic 4G phone has now hit stores across the country and, so far, it has been proving its worth, with a slew of enhanced or new features.
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Galaxy tablet computer unveiled at IFA show in Berlin

Posted: Mon Sep 13, 2010

At last week's IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin, Germany, Samsung showed attendees its answer to Apple's popular iPad - the Galaxy Tab. This device doesn't just have the functions of an iPad, it can also double as a smartphone, according to Sci-Tech-Today.com.
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Vancouver Film Festival offers sneak peak of featured movies

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

The Vancouver Sun reports that the 29th annual Vancouver International Film Festival recently offered a sneak peak of some of the movies it plans to show. Nearly a quarter of this year's selections are from Canada.
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Chinese holiday confuses many in the workforce

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

Two holidays are coming up on the Chinese calendar, the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day, giving workers 10 to 12 days off from September to October. However, but the State Council has enacted complicated regulations for this time off, according to Xinhuanet.com.

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New York City's Brazilian Independence Day Sees Over 1.5 Million Visitors

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

The 26th annual Brazilian Independence Day in New York City, which celebrated the 188th anniversary of the country, hosted more than 1.5 million visitors who participated in parades, dancing, singing and other festivities, according to Jornal.Us.
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Floods force more than 25,000 people to evacuate homes

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

In an event that is being called one of the worst natural disasters in years, flooding is forcing tens of thousands of Mexicans to leave their homes and seek assistance, according to GlobalVoicesOnline.org.
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Nigeria wins most medals at ECOWAS Games

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

At the Economic Community of West African States Under-23 Games, Nigerian athletes took home the most medals after a day of track and field events, according to 234Next.com. They received eight gold medals and two silver.

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Pope Benedict to visit United Kingdom

Posted: Fri Sep 10, 2010

The Religious News Service reports that Pope Benedict is planning to make his second trip to Britain from September 16th to September 19th. While traveling, it's likely that he may have to address recent controversies, as well as the existing tension between Catholics and Protestants.

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Welsh Rugby Union reveals new team jersey

Posted: Wed Sep 08, 2010

This past Tuesday, the Welsh Rugby Union displayed the new jersey which the national team will be sporting in the upcoming season. One of the major changes is that it will feature the logo of the team's new sponsor, Admiral, on the chest, according to BoxScoreNews.com
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Festival Latino to be held in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Posted: Wed Sep 08, 2010

The community of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, will be celebrating Latino culture at the upcoming Latino Festival, which takes place on September 18th, according to ArgusLeader.com.
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Union strike in India blocks transportation, education and shops

Posted: Wed Sep 08, 2010

An enormous trade union strike protesting the role of private banks and foreign investment in the banking industry saw approximately 1 million employees refuse to work this past Tuesday, according to Reuters.
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TechFaith mobile phones to be on display in Dubai

Posted: Tue Sep 07, 2010

At Dubai's GITEX Technology Week Exposition in Dubai, the Chinese company, TechFaith, is set to show off three of its newest phones - the Jungle, R8 and U2000, all of which have unique features that will cater to different lifestyles.
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Space-based technology may curtail Nigeria's flooding

Posted: Tue Sep 07, 2010

The Daily Trust recently reported that the heavy rainfalls of July and August have claimed Nigerian homes and some lives, but new steps by the National Space Research and Development Agency and the National Centre for Remote Sensing may finally start to curtail these disasters.
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Julia Gillard wins Australian election

Posted: Tue Sep 07, 2010

Bloomberg.com reports that, after the closest election in 70 years, Julia Gillard has become the Australian Prime Minister and her Labor party is set to form a minority government.

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U2, Snow Patrol set to play in Istanbul

Posted: Fri Sep 03, 2010

On September 6th, Irish rocker bands U2 and Snow Patrol will take the stage at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium for a sold-out concert as part of their 360° tour. This is sure to add to the influx of visitors who have already stayed in the country over the summer, as it is the first time that U2 has ever performed in the region.
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Choosing the right Indian hotel

Posted: Fri Sep 03, 2010

Rajasthan, India, has become a hotspot for tourists lately. There are many hotels available to travelers, but finding appropriate accommodations can be confusing. Luckily, there are some steps that one can take to find the right venue.
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Maryland event brings together Brazilian community

Posted: Fri Sep 03, 2010

In Frederick, Maryland, a recent festival, titled Brazil Day, brought together members of the city's Brazilian community, according to The Frederick News Post.
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Germany to play Belgium in European Championship

Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2010

The last time that Belgium beat Germany in a game of football was 1954, but the German team is still being cautious as they prepare for the match on Friday, according to LiveSoccerTV.com.
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Australia, Japan and China voted top destination spots

Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2010

A recent poll conducted by the marketing group Nielsen has found that the most popular destinations for countries in the Asia Pacific region are Australia and Japan, followed by China, according to Reuters.
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Oktoberfest offers tradition, new experiences

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010

On September 18, Munich's mayor Christian Ude will tap the first keg at this year's Oktoberfest, and the festivities will continue until October 3, according to the event's website.
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