Man loses 17th-century violin worth $390,000 on train

Cue the world's tiniest violin..." LONDON - A retired shipping consultant said he lost an expensive 17th-century violin after forgetting it on a train. Rob Napier said he did not realize the...

GSM Association announces Asia Mobile Awards winners

""We are delighted with this year's Asian Mobile Awards - they recognise the sheer pace of progress that's been made right across the region's mobile communication market. Our congratulations to the winners and nominees and our thanks to everyone who participated," said Rob...

GSMA announces Asia Awards Nominees

"The nominees for the Asia Mobile Awards 2007 are: Category 1: Mobile Entertainment Awards Best Mobile Game -- Gamevil - Nom Series -- ZIO Interactive - Crazy Family -- Gameloft - Real Football 2007 -- Advanced Mobile Applications - AMA Date Doctor -- Hutchison Telecom (HK) -...

Venetian Nunneries: An Awesome Good Time

New research is showing that contrary to popular opinion, nunneries in the late Middle Ages/early Renaissance were pretty darn cushy for the ladies -- at least the ones in Venice. Basically used to store "surplus" wealthy young women, the nunneries let the nuns come and go as...

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Crystal Chandeliers as the Light of Party

"You may just ask the Houston contingent that attended the recent Vegas premiere of Phantom - The Las Vegas Spectacular and the opening-night blowout that followed in the Venetian Resort Hotel ballroom." - Crystal...

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