Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Hong Kong - Raw Video: Deadly Fire At least nine people died in an area where market stalls line a street of old buildings


From: AssociatedPress  | Nov 29, 2011
At least nine people died in a fire in Hong Kong that broke out in an area where market stalls line a street of old buildings. Dozens of people were injured, and the fire remains under investigation. (Nov. 30)

Myanmar - Raw Video: Secretary Clinton Going to Myanmar

From: AssociatedPress  | Nov 30, 2011
Secretary of State Clinton speaks in South Korea for departing for the isolated Asian country of Myanmar on Wednesday. This is the first visit to Myanmar by a U.S. Secretary of State in more than 50 years. (Nov. 30)

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Posted: 29 Nov 2011 02:00 PM PST
5 hours ago – Kimi Räikkönen has signed a two-year deal to return to Formula One with Lotus Renault GP, ensuring that there will be six world champions on ...

"I wouldn't come back if I wasn't motivated," Raikkonen said. "There's always a lot of talk about motivation to race, but nobody really knows what I do or what I think apart from myself, so I don't really care what people think.

I wouldn't put my name on the contract if I didn't think that I would really enjoy it. It will be exciting to get back."


Posted: 29 Nov 2011 11:05 AM PST
Motorsport Manager for Ford Europe, Mike Norton, said:  
“The 2012 specification car’s FIA approved safety attributes, powerful Ford EcoBoost engine and striking kinetic design, make for a really appealing proposition for race teams and drivers. Formula Ford is already well-known as the perfect proving ground for up-and-coming drivers and engineers, and it is Ford’s desire to continue nurturing this by supporting teams and manufacturers across the globe with the safest environment, latest technologies and most attractive packages. Formula Ford is in its 44th consecutive year and remains a very popular choice for drivers around the world. Many Formula Ford drivers have gone onto careers in Formula 1. This is a great compliment to Formula Ford and we are at Ford proud of this achievement.”
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Posted: 29 Nov 2011 10:42 AM PST

El european f3 open adopta el dallara f312 - GT Sport

www.gtsport.es/index.asp?pagina=noticias-f3&subpagina...
El European F3 Open adoptará el nuevo Dallara F312 como chasis de referencia a partir de la temporada 2012. Esta importante novedad, que tendrá un papel ...
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Dallara F312 Chassis Confirmed for 2012 British Formula 3 – Q and A with Dallara’s Jos Claes






Russell Grant’s Monthly Horoscopes December 2011

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Aries (Mar21/Apr20) Don’t pretend to know more than you do as December dawns, or you’ll be embarrassed. Distractions can prevent you from mastering an important skill on the 11th; keep your mobile switched off. You may be denied access to an exclusive cultural, religious, or educational institution around the 13th. You may find it easier and more productive to join forces with unconventional types in mid-December. Resist the urge to romanticise a person’s plight on the 16th; they have brought on these problems by their irresponsible behaviour. You’ll find a welcome channel for your talents on the 19th. Perform an anonymous act of charity on the 22nd. The 26th is ideal for going out with friends you haven’t seen in a long time. Family finds fault with your quirky behaviour on the 28th. A very exciting opening or opportunity comes your way as 2013 comes into view, but will you accept it?

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Taurus (Apr 21/May 21) Don’t misinterpret a flirt’s signals in the early days of December; this clown is just playing with your heart. Resist the urge to make a pass at a friend on or around the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th results in a hefty expense; you’ll need to economise in other areas. Someone will confide a juicy secret in the days surrounding the 14th. Your sex appeal is at its highest during mid-month; take advantage of your powers of attraction. Don’t discuss the details of a love affair on the 19th. Let a friend introduce you to an exotic movie, cuisine, or hobby around the 22nd. A deep seated fear may prevent you from taking an important risk on the 26th. The 27th brings exciting news regarding your lover’s career. The final days of December should be devoted to furthering your career prospects.

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Gemini (May 22/Jun 21) Don’t over backwards to accommodate a best friend, lover, or business partner in the early days of December, or you’ll be disappointed. Be realistic about career demands on or around the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th forces you to make a choice between your happiness and that of a partner. An unusual outing around the 14th gives you the intellectual stimulation you crave. Iron out problems in your love life in mid-December. Your words will be taken out of context on the 17th; prepare to defend yourself. Friendship could turn to romance around the 19th. Schedule an overseas trip in the days surrounding the 26th. The Full Moon on the 28th brings an end to a source of income; your best bet for finding a new job is through personal contacts. The final days of December find you getting in touch with your sensual side.

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Cancer (Jun 22/Jul 23) Hidden enemies could sabotage a work project in the opening days of December. You won’t be able to talk sense to a delusional do-gooder on the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th warns against accepting a job that seems too good to be true. You’ll see exciting results from a health regimen by mid-month. Your boss may deny you vacation time around the 16th. Don’t make promises you can’t keep in the days surrounding the 17th, especially as far as work is concerned. You’ll be the hit of a holiday party on or around the 19th. Put yourself in your partner’s capable hands on the 22nd. The Full Moon on the 28th forces you to take a back seat to a pushy authority figure. Spend as much time as you can in your beloved’s arms during the final days of the year.

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Leo (Jul 24/Aug 23) Friends are jealous of a romance in the early days of December; they resent all the time you spend with your amour. Take precautions with a sexual relationship in the days surrounding the 11th; you need to protect your health. The New Moon on the 13th forces you to take a hard look at your love life; are you neglecting your talent for the sake of a romance? A creative partnership proves productive on or around the 14th. Make more time for artistic pursuits at mid-month. Making gifts for friends and family fills you with the holiday spirit on the 19th. The Full Moon on the 28th sheds light on a destructive habit; it’s time to get help. Spend the last days of the year formulating a health regimen that will keep you energetic and happy throughout 2013, and beyond.

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Virgo (Aug 24/Sep 23) You’ll have to choose between personal happiness and professional success in early December. You won’t be able to talk sense to a delusional friend on the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th prompts you to make more time for family, even at the risk of irritating your boss. A family heirloom will be given to you as a gift at mid-month. Don’t rearrange your home on the 16th without asking other members of your household. Your boss may ask you to work over the weekend on the 23rd, which irritates you to no end. Push a youngster to fulfil their potential on the 27th. The Full Moon on the 28th warns against lending money or property to an irresponsible friend. Spend the final days of the year planning an overseas trip; you’ll find some great deals on plane tickets and hotel accommodations.

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Libra (Sep 24/Oct 23) Follow instructions to the letter in the opening days of December. A colleague who asks for your honest opinion on the 11th really just wants a compliment. The New Moon on the 13th warns against sending emails when you’re angry. You’ll get positive feedback from your best friend, lover, or business partner in the days surrounding the 14th. Don’t tax your system with rich food and intoxicating drinks during the middle of the month. Be sure to follow a movie, music, or book recommendation around the 19th; you will be inspired and your creative ideas will make the coming festivities even more special than usual. Spending time with family will be fulfilling on the 22nd. Loosen your grip on a friend or lover on or around the 26th. Long term financial security can be yours if you take advantage of a financial offer on the 27th. You’ll have to make a decision between your personal and professional lives as the year comes to a close.

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Scorpio (Oct 24/Nov 22) Don’t spend beyond your means in the opening days of December. A handmade gift has more impact than an expensive one on the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th warns against taking a job that pays on a commission only basis. Accept a freelance assignment that is offered around the 14th; it will lead to more lucrative work. A beautiful present will be given to you during the middle of the month; prepare a special place for it. An unorthodox health treatment on the 19th could bring some exciting results. Good news about a youngster is music to your ears around the 22nd. The 23rd warns against running up unnecessary expenses in the countdown to Christmas. You will get paid for your expert advice in the days surrounding the 27th. The Full Moon on the 28th forces you to cancel travel plans. The final days of the year should be spent developing an idea for a lucrative business.

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Sagittarius (Nov 23/Dec 21) Beware of giving too much of your power away to a friend or lover as December gets under way. You won’t be able to convert a relative or roommate to your point of view on the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th warns against changing your look in a drastic way; wait until next year to get a makeover. Your love life gets a big boost in mid-month, when an admirer follows your every move. Don’t be too soft on a manipulative family member around the 16th. The 17th warns against taking a festive fling too far, too fast. Stand up for the underdog on or around the 27th. The Full Moon on the 28th isn’t favoured for romantic surprises. A fabulous moneymaking opportunity turns your financial situation around on the 30th. The final days of the year are favoured for creating a new budget for 2013.

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Capricorn (Dec 22/Jan 20) December opens with lots of culinary temptations; keep your calorie intake to the minimum. The 11th warns against blurting out a secret to a neighbour or relative. The New Moon on the 13th warns against challenging an irritable colleague. Entertaining friends and family will be more fun than you think in mid-December. The 16th is perfect for launching a decoration project. Beware of overloading your schedule with too many errands on the 23rd. Set boundaries with a rebellious relative around the 26th. Ask an executive to write you a letter of recommendation on the 27th. The Full Moon on the 28th forces you to mediate an argument between a relative and a loved one. Your powerful personality puts you in line for a raise or promotion on the 30th. The final days of the year are perfect for making a public presentation or political appeal.

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Aquarius (Jan 21/Feb 19) Don’t abandon friends for a romantic interlude in the first days of December. A neighbour’s cruelty upsets you on the 11th; stand in the victim’s defence. The New Moon on the 13th warns against drinking or eating too much at a party. Work with a team in the middle of the month; you’ll finish a tremendous amount of work in a very short span of time. Don’t push a friendship into romantic waters around the 16th. The 17th warns against discussing controversial topics with a friend. Show off your creative efforts to an appreciative audience near the 19th. Working for a humanitarian organisation puts you in the holiday spirit on the 22nd. Don’t blurt out a secret on or around Boxing Day. The Full Moon on the 28th brings an abrupt end to a job assignment. Devote more time to private pursuits in the last days of the year.

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Pisces (Feb 20/Mar 20) Let your family pamper you for a change in the opening days of December. Resist the temptation to ask for a raise or promotion on or around the 11th. The New Moon on the 13th prompts you to look around for other career opportunities. You could find a higher paying job toward the middle of the month. Resist the urge to overindulge at a party on the 16th, or you’ll be embarrassed. The 19th is good for negotiating a business deal or launching a new product. Don’t try to control the Christmas celebrations near the 23rd; you can only achieve perfection in the movies. The Full Moon on the 28th prompts you to make more time for creative pursuits; stop filling your schedule with thankless chores. The year ends with you having fun with close friends; see 2012 out in style!

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Iran - Britain to pull all diplomatic staff out after protesters stormed and ransacked the country's embassy in central Tehran

Published on Nov 29, 2011 by
http://www.euronews.net/ Britain will pull all of its diplomatic staff out of Iran, Reuters reported on Wednesday.

Protesters stormed and ransacked the country's embassy in central Tehran on Tuesday, as well as a residential compound in the north of the city.

They chanted 'Death to Britain', burnt the Union Jack and destroyed portraits of the Queen.

The demonstrations were in response to the UK government's recent ban on banks doing business with the Islamic Republic.

Ivory Coast - Former president of Ivory Coast Laurent Gbagbo arrived in the Netherlands to face ICC trial

Published on Nov 29, 2011 by
http://www.euronews.net/ Former president of Ivory Coast Laurent Gbagbo arrived in the Netherlands on Wednesday after prosecutors for the International Criminal Court in The Hague issued a warrant for his arrest.

The investigation relates to rapes, killings and other abuses committed during a four month conflict. The violence was triggered by Gbagbo's refusal to cede power to Alassane Ouattera who won last year's presidential election.

Gbagbo will be the first former head of state to be tried by the ICC since its creation in 2002.
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Laurent Gbagbo faces charges of crimes against humanity 


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Former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo would be the first former head of state to be tried by the International Criminal Court since its inception in 2002.

Europe - Euro rescue plan in Brussels is short on detail

Published on Nov 29, 2011 by
http://www.euronews.net/ Euro zone ministers meeting in Brussels have agreed to increase the firepower of their rescue fund as experts say time is running out the save the euro.

No figures were released to say exactly by how much the European Financial Stability Facility would be beefed up - one trillion euros still appears to be the preferred target.

Jean-Claude Juncker, Eurogroup President explained:

Britain - braces itself for the biggest strike for a generation today

Published on Nov 29, 2011 by
http://www.euronews.net/ Airports, schools, hospitals and government offices are facing dirsruption today as public sector workers go on strike in the UK's biggest mass walkout for a generation.

Unions are opposed to government plans to make their members pay more and work longer to earn their pensions.

Lucy Moreton from the Immigration Services Union: