Wikinews interviews 2020 Melbourne Lord Mayor Candidate Wayne Tseng

This article mentions the Wikimedia Foundation, one of its projects, or people related to it. Wikinews is a project of the Wikimedia Foundation. Thursday, October 22, 2020 2020 Melbourne Lord Mayor candidate Wayne Tseng answered some questions about his campaign for the upcoming election from Wikinews. The Lord Mayor election in the Australian city is scheduled to take place this week. Tseng...

Choosing A Pair Of Jodhpurs Or Breeches For Horse Riding

Click Here To Find Out More About: Ariat Boots Australia Online Choosing a Pair of Jodhpurs or Breeches for Horse Riding by Jamie SimpsonTo ensure maximum comfort in the saddle choosing the right pair of jodhpurs or breeches is essential. The initial choice is between the two; do you opt for jodhpurs or go for breeches? The main difference is that jodhpurs end with a cuff at the ankle, whilst...

US House of Representatives passes ‘clean energy bill’

Saturday, June 27, 2009 On Friday, the United States House of Representatives passed House Resolution 2998, better known as the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, following days of debate. The final vote was 219–212, with only 8 Republicans voting for the legislation, and 44 Democrats voting against it. The resolution addresses the "greenhouse effect," and calls for a 17%...

Long shots dashed hopes of favorites in Derby race

Monday, May 9, 2005 Saturday's running of the Kentucky Derby left favorites in dry churned up dust, as speedster Spanish Chestnut forced an early pace that only long-shot horses fully answered. The two top finishers, Giacomo and Closing Argument ran past race favorites Bellamy Road and hopeful Bandini, who came off the starting gate well and into the first turn. But they faded under a blistering...

Raids take place as enquiry into failed UK bombings continues

Friday, July 6, 2007 Australian police have questioned four more people in connection with the failed bombing attempts in London and Glasgow, seizing computers and other evidence in several raids. The four being questioned are all doctors, working in hospitals in Perth and Kalgoorlie. They are reported to be of Indian origin, and have all been linked to the UK's National Health Service. Two of...

How To Answer An Advertisement On Craigslist

Click Here To Find Out More About: Energy Savings Australia How to Answer an Advertisement on Craigslist by Rocky McmahonCraigslist is an online community which has a great deal to offer to both individuals and business owners. Some of the features on Craigslist include sections for community events, activities and news, personals advertisements, discussion forums, housing opportunities, for...

New Jersey to consider bikini waxing ban

Friday, March 20, 2009 New Jersey is considering a state-wide ban on Brazilian waxes, the removal of hair from the bikini area. Although genital waxing has never really been allowed in the state, the New Jersey Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling plans to propose a ban with more specific legal wording, in response to two women who reported being injured during a wax. The board will consider the...

Oracle to acquire Siebel for USD 5.85bn

Tuesday, September 13, 2005 US-based Oracle Corporation announced earlier today that they are buying rival US-based Siebel Systems for $10.66 USD per share. Siebel shareholders have the option to receive the $10.66 per share in cash or in Oracle stock. This deal is valued at approximately $5.85 billion USD. Siebel Systems' Board of Directors has already voted in favour of the acquisition....

Composer Of Short Ton Productions Crafts Hits For Music Libraries.}

Click Here To Find Out More About: Pop Rock Music Australia Composer of Short Ton Productions Crafts Hits for Music Libraries. by William RogersSound-alikes are songs that are meant to be in a similar style to well known bands. The song should convey to the listener a similar feeling and vibe while still being unique. Music libraries very often have small budgets and cannot afford sync licenses...

Dutch financial institution ING takes impairment charge

Wednesday, February 20, 2008 Dutch financial institution ING Group reported today in its quarterly results an impairment charge of €194 million euros (approximately US$285.6 million). However, as a result of selling an equity stake in rival ABN AMRO, the net profit of €2.48 billion, was 18% higher than last year. The impairment charge is a result of risky investments, including RBMS...