Employers cut 533K jobs in Nov., most in 34 years

"Employers cut 533K jobs in Nov., most in 34 years Dec 5, 2008 Economy Dec 5, 3:22 PM (ET) By JEANNINE AVERSA WASHINGTON (AP) - Skittish employers slashed 533,000 jobs in November, the most in 34 years,...

Bank of England slashes rates 1% to historic low

The Bank of England today slashed interest rates by a further 1%, bringing the interest rate to a historic low. The interest rate cuts in recent months have been among the fastest in Britain's history."The Bank of...

590,000 Filipinos at risk of losing jobs

590,000 Filipinos at risk of losing jobs By Christine Avendaño Philippine Daily Inquirer First Posted 23:11:00 12/03/2008   ...

After More Balanced Coverage, What Next?

"Tuesday, November 25, 2008 by Mosharraf Zaidi As the world’s attention turns increasingly to Pakistan and its role in tackling the threat of globalised terrorism, the country’s perception abroad is evolving. More than seven years after 9/11, a more nuanced approach to...

ING DIRECT Suspends Foreclosures

"Wilmington, Del.-based ING DIRECT, the nation’s largest direct bank, said Monday morning that effective immediately, it will suspend foreclosure sales on occupied single-family properties through the end of March 2009. The company also said it would suspend all evictions...

Top 10 Most Expensive Accidents in History

There you are with the Top 10 list of Most expensive accidents in Modern history of mankind. They ranges between $150million - $200billion. The most expensive of them is famous accident of Chernobyl. CLICK HERE TO WATCH FULL LIST WITH PICTURES AND DETAILS..... You will...

This Is Not A Normal Recession: Moving on to Plan B

""The Winter of 2008-2009 will prove to be the winter of global economic discontent that marks the rejection of the flawed ideology that unregulated global financial markets promote financial innovation, market efficiency, unhampered growth and endless prosperity while...

Ashutosh Kaushik wins Bigg Boss

Ashutosh Kaushik, the ‘dhaba’ owner from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh  , was named winner of Bigg Boss Season two on Saturday at a star-studded finale. He takes home prize money of Rs 1 crore."Ashutosh...

Artistes of hypocrisy in Sri Lanka

"The response by a critical mass of Sri Lanka’s artist community to the protests by South Indian artistes to the fighting in the North of Sri Lanka will be noted down as a shameful moment by future generations of creative Sri Lankans. While war lobbies have often recruited...

Artistes of hypocrisy in Sri Lanka

"While war lobbies have often recruited artistes to manipulate and revise the impact of war, it is sad that Sri Lanka’s artist community unites only to re-enforce military engagement. There have been many peace vigils during the recent years. Most of these only attract a...

Baby P death sparks national child protection review in UK

The controversial case of baby P, a child who was brutally killed by its mother even after several visits by the British social services department, has scandalized Britain. Now a nationwide review has been launched to find problems with the department."A nationwide review of...

Separatist billboards

"Wednesday, November 12, 2008 Ahmed Quraishi There is little question that an American-occupied Afghanistan has emerged as the biggest security threat to Pakistan. But you...

Submarine in worst nuclear leak since 80s

It has been revealed that a a royal navy nuclear submarine from the UK had a leak of nuclear material on November 7, pouring liquid coolant into a river. Now questions are being raised as to why the Royal Navy kept quiet about the event."The Royal Navy is facing serious...

Obama 'to curb role of lobbyists'

Even before Barack Obama has formally taken over the Presidency of the US, he has given indication of  reversal of many of President Bush's actions and executive orders. President elect's office has also come...

Apple's iPhone: So Far, the Best Phone Ever?

is Apple's iPhone is the best phone ever ? What you say on Apple's iPhone"The iPhone is having a stellar year. First, it blasts past RIM's Blackberry in sales. Then it ousts Motorola's RAZR as the top-selling...
 

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