Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Lebanon - Defiant message from Hezbollah in Beirut / لبنان -- رسالة تحد من حزب الله في بيروت

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http://www.euronews.net/ The leader of Hezbollah in Lebanon has made a rare public appearance in Beirut at which he accused the opposition in Syria of playing into the hands of Israel and the US.

Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah addressed a rally to mark the religious festival of Ashura, one of the most important events in the Shi'ite Muslim calendar.

He is rarely seen in public, usually preferring to speak via video, but he used the occasion to send out a defiant message.
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وقد أدلى زعيم حزب الله في لبنان ظهور علني نادر في بيروت والتي اتهم المعارضة في سوريا من اللعب في أيدي إسرائيل والولايات المتحدة.

تناول الشيخ حسن نصر الله تجمعا لإحياء احتفال ديني في ذكرى عاشوراء، واحدة من أهم الأحداث في تقويم مسلم شيعي.

نادرا ما يرى انه في الأماكن العامة، مفضلا أن يتكلم عادة عن طريق الفيديو، لكنه استخدم هذه المناسبة لترسل رسالة تحد.

My architecture - from http://architectureandprojectmanagement-es.blogspot.com/




Kitchen (window overlooks a patio area and door leads onto it)
Kitchen with typical Spanish tiles used
From entrance hall looking towards the dining room. Floor tiles Camino de Santiago)
Ground floor entrance hall looking up staircase - Mezzanine longe and study
First floor no passage and hence no wasted space. 
A gallery overlooking the lounge area from which the 3 double bedrooms & principal bathroom come from. Floor tiles "Camino de Santiago" (white)
From the gallery looking down the half flight staircase to a landing on the study door
The principal bathroom with the door to the prinicpal bedroom on the left

Autozone (NYSE:AZO) Bested Estimates for Q1, Rose 7.4% Year-Over-Year (potential upside 3.7%)

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Autozone (NYSE:AZO) reported Q1 EPS of $4.68, beating analyst estimates of $4.44 per share. Revenues for the quarter rose 7.4% year-over-year $1.90 billion, better than consensus estimates of $1.89 billion.

Bill Rhodes, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the company said, "After three years of impressive financial performance, we are pleased to begin fiscal 2012 with strong quarterly results. This past quarter marked our twelfth consecutive quarter of 20% growth in earnings per share and our twenty-first consecutive quarter of double digit growth. Our 4.6% same store sales and 22.6% growth in Commercial sales are both testaments to our organization's efforts to continually improve and further validation of our strategies."

AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) has potential upside of 3.7% based on a current price of $338.97 and an average consensus analyst price target of $351.5.

Toll Brothers (NYSE:TOL) Tops Q4 Estimates, Rose 6.3% Year-Over-Year (potential upside 4.8%)

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Toll Brothers reported Q4 EPS of $0.09, better than analyst estimates of $0.05 per share. Revenues for the quarter rose 6.3% year-over-year to $427.80 million, beating consensus estimates of $423.97 million.

Douglas C. Yearley, Jr., Toll Brothers' chief executive officer, stated: "Against a backdrop of U.S. government gridlock and persistently high unemployment rates at home, political and economic crises around the globe, and dramatic volatility in the capital markets, we produced our second consecutive quarter of pre-tax profitability and our sixth consecutive quarter of pre-tax, pre-impairment profitability. Our pre-impairment home building gross margin improved nearly 250 basis points in FY 2011 compared to FY 2010. Although U.S. housing starts remain down 60 percent from historical norms, we produced solid improvement in most key metrics in FY 2011."

Toll Brothers (NYSE:TOL) has potential upside of 4.8% based on a current price of $20.74 and an average consensus analyst price target of $21.73.

Britain - Government will give away free Coca Cola if you don't drink and drive


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Mike Penning reveals that designated drivers will be given free soft drinks
after an anti drink-drive partnership with Coca Cola.

Japan - Supercar Ferrari pile-up: Counting the cost of the insurance / 日本 - スーパーカーフェラーリのパイルアップは:保険の費用を数える

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The 14 car pile-up in Japan's Yamaguchi Prefecture that involved eight ferraris as well as a lamborghini is likely to be an insurance 'nightmare' according to one UK broker who spoke to the Telegraph
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だけでなく、ランボルギーニなど8台のフェラーリ関与パイルアップ、日本の山口の14の車テレグラフ話をした英国ブローカーによると保険"悪夢"になりそうです。

Russell Grant's Daily Stars for Wednesday 7th December 2011

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Aries (Mar21/Apr20) There's a hot market for your expertise. If you're looking for work, explore teaching and writing opportunities. Sharing your knowledge with advanced students will give your confidence a much needed boost. Don't be surprised if you become something of a celebrity on the educational front. Students enjoy your rapid fire lectures and enthusiastic attitude. Be sure to fill out paperwork carefully or your employer will be annoyed. Even a rebel like you needs to play by the rules.
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Taurus (Apr21/May21) Uncovering a mystery puts you in the spotlight. Everyone admires your resourceful tenacity. You're not especially comfortable with all of this publicity, preferring to spend a few quiet hours in the arms of a lover. Unfortunately, the two of you won't be able to steal away from the madding crowd. Your presence is expected at a stuffy party or business gathering. Do your best to be kind and gracious to everyone you meet, as you'll be planting seeds for future business opportunities.
 
Gemini (May22/Jun21) A clever, articulate partner helps you break past barriers that once held you prisoner. You've always been very good at handling small details, but often lose sight of the big picture. By entrusting your friend to create a long range game plan, you'll realise your goals in record time. If you're on your own, you will meet someone special in a classroom, library, or bookshop. The two of you will feel a powerful pull towards each other.
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Cancer (Jun22/Jul23) Creating an efficient routine gives you time to kick back and relax. You're tired of being surrounded by chaos. Take this opportunity to tidy up your office, make a 'To Do' list, and return messages. Once you get control of the situation, you'll be able to go to parties, concerts, and movies again. You'll feel much better physically, too. Stress always has an adverse effect on your digestive system. Meals will go down much easier once you make more time for amusements.
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Leo (Jul24/Aug23) One of your most attractive qualities is your childlike spirit. You have a whimsical quality that informs everything you do. You're the type who always needs to be acting, playing music, painting, dancing, or writing to be content. If it's been years since you enjoyed such activities, reverse the trend now. Head for an art supply store and pick up some paints, paper, and pencils. Listen to some of your favourite songs from adolescence to prime the pump.
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Virgo (Aug24/Sep23) Take this opportunity to make your home a more stimulating place. Clear out the clutter, paint the walls, and add plenty of thriving plants. A diversity of texture, colour, and sounds will invite you to sit down and soak up the atmosphere. It's critical for someone with your intellectual prowess to have a comfortable reading chair. Choose one with beautiful fabric that provides plenty of back support. It should be as beautiful as it is useful. Invest in a strong reading lamp, too.
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Libra (Sep24/Oct23) An ability to go with the flow makes you a desirable team player. People enjoy bouncing ideas off you, because you always give constructive criticisms. In your hands, good projects turn into great ones. Good news from a neighbour or relative triggers a big party. Invite everybody over to your place to celebrate. It may not be the most convenient time to throw a bash, but it's important to celebrate the good times when they come.
 
Scorpio (Oct24/Nov22) It's time to make your money work for you instead of the other way around. Search for bargains, cut out money off coupons, and do price comparisons. If you play your cards right, you'll get durable merchandise that serves you well for years to come. Have you wanted to go on an overseas trip? You can find a great deal on hotel and plane fares. Book your trip now, as time is of the essence. You won't find a better rate for at least another year.
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Sagittarius (Nov23/Dec21) Your inquiring mind earns favourable publicity. By asking pointed questions in a public setting, you'll establish yourself as a thoughtful, thorough member of the team. Certain authority figures will be threatened by your intellectual power, but they'll soon drop their defences when they realise how open minded you are. You're not the type to lord superior knowledge over others. Instead, you find ways for everyone to showcase their talents. No wonder everyone wants you to play on their team!
 
Capricorn (Dec22/Jan20) Trust your heart over your head. You've got great instincts about an education or cultural project. Although you'll have to work behind the scenes with this assignment, you'll gain more than you give. Let an authority figure take the credit for your hard work. You'll gain valuable experience and some fantastic samples for your portfolio. There's even a chance you'll be sent on a lavish overseas trip. After you've dispatched your duties, you'll have hours to enjoy the glamorous surroundings.
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Aquarius (Jan21/Feb19) Friends trust you to make an impartial decision. You're able to see all sides of the issue and render a choice that is fair to the greatest amount of people. Naturally, some will be disappointed, but nobody will feel betrayed. You might even be asked to take charge of the project. Although you don't fancy the idea of all the responsibility involved, you do want to create something of lasting value. This is your chance to serve a neglected part of the population.
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Pisces (Feb20/Mar20) Your speaking and writing abilities will land you an impressive job. Although you can be very shy, you become bold when talking about a cause that is dear to your heart. Animal rights, art restoration, and spiritual fulfilment are all things you are happy to discuss in public. Writing a blog or launching an advertisement campaign will be hugely successful. Use this victory to get a salaried position or rise. You will be the star in the crown of a charitable organisation.
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Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt attend premiere of 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' which she wrote and directed

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The actress wrote and directed the film which tells a love story set against the backdrop of the Bosnian War.