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HKMaiba's Guide for Shopaholics in Hong Kong
This article introduces you to one of Hong Kong's latest websites showing you how to find the latest discount shopping information and offers tips to help you get the most out of your visit to Hong Kong. - May 18, 2009 - HKMaiba!
HotelTravel.com’s Top Ten Hotels for Champions League Final in Rome
HotelTravel.com revives the glory of the Roman Empire with ten great hotel deals for the UEFA Champions League Final on 27 May. Those hoping to catch the epic battle of football titans Barcelona and Manchester United can book now to take advantage of rock bottom rates that would make even Marcus Aurelius proud. - May 18, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
More Companies Adopt a Pay-for-Performance Program
i4cp study: Performance management is undergoing a change as companies drop forced-ranking system in favor of alternative methods. - May 18, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Main Line Private School Athlete Named BAL “Player of the Year”
Devon Prep Basketball Players Recognized by Bicentennial Athletic League. - May 18, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
Backpage.com Makes Job Hunting Easy, But Scammers Are Lurking
With the increase in job seeking in a down economy, Backpage.com warns users to beware of online predators posing as employers. - May 18, 2009 - Backpage.com
ALDAP Updates Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility; Adopts LDA Client’s Bill of Rights
Association implements voluntary standards to increase professional integrity and boost consumer protection in the delivery of self-help legal services. - May 18, 2009 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
Where the Sidewalk Ends: The Etsy Twitter Team Uses Twitter to Introduce Consumers to the Virtual Sidewalk Sale
Who: The Etsy Twitter Team. What: Huge Virtual Sidewalk Sale. When: May 17 - 23, 2009. Where: http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com. Why: To introduce shoppers to the wonderful and talented artisans and artists of the Etsy Twitter Team and the world of Handmade on Etsy.com. - May 18, 2009 - Etsy Twitter Team
Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio Offers Apartments for High Budget, Adds New High End Apartments to Its Portfolio
Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio has been catering to the clients from across the world. Expanding its wings still wider, Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio announces the catering of high end, 5 stars apartments. - May 18, 2009 - Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio
NPSA Applauds Phoenix Architect for Green Design
The National Portable Storage Association is applauding the plans of Phoenix architect Lorenzo Perez. Perez has designed studio apartments that make use of recycled portable storage units. - May 18, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Encinitas' First Green Station
Encinitas Foreign and Domestic Auto Repair Receives New Environmental Status. - May 17, 2009 - Encinitas Automative Repair for Domestic and Foreign Autos
Tucson Fitness Trainer and Personal Chef Team Up to Help Clients Cook Their Way Thin
Personal Trainer Ron Holland has seen his share of weight loss successes and failures over the years. With the goal of helping his clients minimize frustrating failures, Holland has developed a program to re-hab his clients’ bad eating habits with what he calls a “Kitchen... - May 17, 2009 - SWAT Personal Training
Savoo Welcomes Plans to Reduce Online Credit Card Fraud
Voucher website Savoo has today welcomed Government proposals for a White Paper aimed at protecting the public against online fraud, and increasing consumer knowledge when shopping online. - May 17, 2009 - Savoo
KhmerSocializers.com is Out to Make a Difference
KhmerSocializers.com: Khmer Social Network is a fast growing, vibrant online community designed and built for online savvy Cambodians. - May 17, 2009 - Khmer Socializers
Timeshare Relief Offers Complimentary "Get Rid of My Timeshare" Seminars in Five States May 15-18
Timeshare Relief, Inc. will hold its "Get Rid of My Timeshare" complimentary seminars at various times & cities in Colorado, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia on the weekend of May 15-18. These seminars will reveal many facts and tactics used in the timeshare resale industry. Statements will be backed by 3rd party documentation and governmental agencies. Possible solutions to unwanted timeshares will also be provided. - May 17, 2009 - Timeshare Relief
New Sales Manager Appointed at Legacy Botleigh Grange Hotel
A newly appointed sales manager at a Southampton hotel didn’t have to look far for a new challenge. Lucy Ward, who grew up in the village of Stubbington, in Hampshire, has been appointed as sales office manager at The Legacy Botleigh Grange Hotel and Spa in Southampton. Lucy has been in the... - May 17, 2009 - Legacy Hotels
Voluntary Register for Complementary Healthcare Opens to Aromatherapists
The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council has just opened its register to aromatherapists which means that members of the public will be able to choose their practitioner in confidence that they meet national standards of practice. Established as a voluntary regulator in April 2008 with the... - May 17, 2009 - Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
Luxury Travel Announced the Availability of Instant Booking of Vietnam Hotels, Day Trips on Its Website luxurytravelvietnam.com
Vietnam National Television recently quoted Luxury Travel "one of Vietnam's leading luxury tour company in the vietnam tourism industry and the most successful travel company in Vietnam with e-commerce application." The Luxury Travel company announced the availability of instant booking... - May 17, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Texas Motorcyclist Wins "The Mission"; Roland Sands Bike Drawing Raises $78,000 for Pediatric Brain Tumor Research
Rick James of Carrollton, Texas, has won the annual Ride for Kids®/Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows bike drawing. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) randomly drew James' name from more than 18,000 entries earlier this month. The drawing generated over $78,000 to benefit the foundation, which runs the Ride for Kids program. Now in its ninth year, the giveaway has raised more than $502,000 overall. - May 17, 2009 - Ride for Kids
Get Ready to Walk Like MADD to Eliminate Drunk Driving
Long Island 5K Walk Helps Create Safer Roadways by Asking Walkers to Support the Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving. - May 17, 2009 - Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Long Island
SegwaySightseeing.com Launched by TourCorp. Features Segway Tours in 33 Cities Worldwide. One Stop Source for Info and Booking.
SegwaySightseeing.com has been launched by TourCorp. Site features Segway Guided Tours in 33 cities worldwide. One stop source features guest reviewed tours. - May 17, 2009 - TourCorp
Celebrating Incredible Moms May 2009
A Roseville Meetup group collaborates with local photographers to donate photography services to special needs families. - May 16, 2009 - Evalimi Photography Solutions
Pets Rule at Snaggle Foot Birmingham
Snaggle Foot has a new boss: the pets of Birmingham. May’s launch of the newest franchise of the blooming national company that provides dog walks and pet care in a unique fashion sees the area’s furry, feathered, and even scaly family members hanging their name on the CEO door. And... - May 16, 2009 - Snaggle Foot Birmingham
12 NSCS Members Accepted Into China Language & Teaching Program
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is pleased to announce the following members have been accepted into the China Professional Training and Language Academy program for the summer session: • Andrea Anstett, University of Michigan • Tereza Hopewell, Texas Christian... - May 16, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
MarineLookup.com Announces Launch of New Website
MarineLookup.com is an easy, simple, and free searchable directory service working to connect the public with Marine Service Providers in their local area. - May 16, 2009 - MarineLookup.com
New Grant Program for African Social Entreprenuers
A grant program for charities established by social entrepreneurs of African descent based in the United States that address critical issues in Africa. Apply online at http://www.forward-ever.org/fund.php by June 10, 2009. - May 16, 2009 - Black Star Collective Foundation
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Announces Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research
The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network will hold its third annual “Links for a Cure” golf event to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. The event will take place on Monday, June 1 at the exclusive Tam O’Shanter Country Club in West Bloomfield... - May 16, 2009 - The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Displaced Pakistanis Hit Twice: Fear Grows, Funding Staggers
· Most fled to impoverished host communities where resources stretched to breaking point · Families had to abandon crops just weeks before harvest; livestock, homes also lost · Even as crisis grows, aid agency concerned its current funding won’t meet needs - May 16, 2009 - World Vision US
Usheroff Institute Introduces The Art of Strategic Persuasion
In this tough job market, employees need to match their performance with company needs and long-term strategic goals. To meet this need, The Usheroff Institute is offering a new program called The Art of Persuasion and Influence - Savvy Strategies to Influence Others. This program is customized... - May 16, 2009 - The Usheroff Institute
12 Week Body Transformation Fat Loss Challenge with Guaranteed Results
Local Fitness Company is Offering A Sure Fire Way to Lose Fat – Guaranteed. - May 16, 2009 - AIR Personal Fitness
Better U – Mind, Body & Soul, Dubai, a Fun Day for Families, Adults & Kids to Learn Something New
Better U, a whole day of fun packed with exciting activities for all age groups will be held on 30 May at Dubai Knowledge Village. The best part is this event will be completely Free for anyone to participate. - May 16, 2009 - Eton Institute
Office365 Launches Huge Green Office Products Area to Their Website
Office365, a wholly owned subsidiary of Romsey Associates Limited announces the creation of a dedicated area on their website for Green and Environmentally Friendly Office Products in its 2009 catalogue, The Green Office Products range features a wide selection of its most popular quality products for businesses including office products, furniture, facility and break room supplies, technology products, school supplies and much more. - May 16, 2009 - Office 365
X2 Resorts Thailand Main Sponsor Exclusive Showcase Joanna Wang
X2 Resorts Thailand proudly presents as the main sponsor the exclusive ‘Showcase of Urban Sound’ featuring the amazing Asian Diva Joanna Wang. - May 16, 2009 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
NSCS Announces Members of 2009-2010 National Leadership Council
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is pleased to announce members of the National Leadership Council for the 2009-2010 academic year. • Alexander Kaplan, University of California Berkeley • Amy James, University of Toledo • Brady Griffith, Crown College • Brandon Wold,... - May 16, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Vyouz Likened to the "Face Book of Reusing and Recycling"
With huge changes taking place on the World Wide Web, more people are talking and communicating with each other through Social Networks. The Vyouz Network is the first organization to combine these social features with environmental tools, thus providing it's members with the opportunity to benefit from a thriving, free virtual ecosystem. - May 15, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Series Sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements Discusses the Financing of Sustainable Development
The Trust for Architectural Easements, one of the largest preservation easement holding organizations in the United States, and Island Press, a leading environmental publisher, are co-sponsors of the successful Sustainability and Historic Preservation Thought Leader Discussion Series. The two-part panel series has traveled from Washington to New York and on to Boston and has included more than a dozen panelists - noted architects, preservationists, planners, developers and finance professionals. - May 15, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Get to Know Josh Williams: Energy Attunement Expert & Life Journey Coach Specializing in Relationship Guidance & Life Balance
Anna Pereira owner of www.Heart2HeartLive.com, the go to site for relationship guidance, love advice and personal wellness coaching welcomes Psychic Life Guide Josh Williams to the panel of expert advisors available for consultation at Heart2HeartLive.com where advice experts can be contacted for live advice twenty four hours a day via phone and email. - May 15, 2009 - Heart 2 Heart
Maroochydore Accommodation Operator Slashes Rates
Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia - Local resort operator reduces rates by up to 50% - May 15, 2009 - Elouera Tower Resort
Maroochydore Icon Receives Facelift
Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia - Foundation high rise resort receives major upgrade - May 15, 2009 - Elouera Tower Resort
Mimi Rothschild Offers Summer Options for Homeschooling Parents
Continuing education in the summertime can further sharpen skills. - May 15, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
Urban Active Launches Bridal Bootcamp for Summer Weddings
Urban Active is serious about helping brides look their very best on their Wedding Day. A wedding gown is often a bride’s most extravagant expense and she wants to be and look like the belle of the ball on her special day. - May 15, 2009 - Urban Active Fitness
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project - Rhode Island Kick-off
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project to Kick-Off in Rhode Island On May 16, 2009, the Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project (NEGC) will officially kick-off its expansion into Rhode Island. Bringing together organizations throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the... - May 15, 2009 - Tech Collective
Cintas Foundation Announces the 2009 Cintas Foundation Visual Arts Lifetime Achievement Award (Posthumously) to Ana Mendieta
Ana Mendieta (Nov. 18, 1948 – Sept. 8, 1985) is recognized for her pioneering work in performance-based art and land art. - May 15, 2009 - ciants foundation inc
The Cintas Foundation Announces Three Finalists for the 2009 – 2010 Brandon Fradd Award in Music Composition
The award has been granted to many artists who have gone on to play an influential role in the development of their disciplines. - May 15, 2009 - ciants foundation inc
Cintas Foundation Announces the 2009 Lifetime Service Award to Margarita Cano, Arts Administrator, Librarian, Painter
Born in the Vedado neighborhood of Havana, Cuba, in the winter of 1932, Margarita Fernandez Villa Urrutia was educated at the Ruston Academy and the University of Havana. - May 15, 2009 - ciants foundation inc
India Gets a Bed and Breakfast Portal – IndianBB.com
Indianbb.com is a directory of bed and breakfasts in all the major cities and towns of India. - May 15, 2009 - Indianbb.com
Great Rail Journeys Recognised for Their Commitment to the Environment
Great Rail Journeys, , the UK’s largest operator of holidays by rail, have been awarded a 4 star status by The Association of Independent Travel Operators. - May 15, 2009 - Great Rail Journeys
10% Growth in Armenian Tourist Arrivals Expected in 2009
Despite the financial crisis, and contrary to UNWTO global forecasts, Armenian tourist arrivals have experienced stable growth during the first quarter of 2009. - May 15, 2009 - Armenian Tourism Development Agency
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on FAS 158: Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Post-Retirement Plans
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on FAS 158: Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Post-Retirement Plans. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday,... - May 15, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Circle City Tickets Announces New Revenue Opportunity for Online Partners
Circle City Tickets, one of the most reputable ticket brokers in the industry, recently announced that it has begun partnering with qualified web sites to generate additional traffic to the Circle City web site – www.CircleCityTickets.com. - May 15, 2009 - Circle City Tickets
Texas Association of Health Underwriters Takes a Stand Against HB 2750
TAHU says House Bill 2750 Imposes Restrictions on Health Insurance. - May 15, 2009 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters