Toyota Prius V i-Tech: Luxury Variant for Hybrid People-Mover
Toyota Australia has expanded its hybrid family once more with the addition of the new luxury-spec Toyota Prius V i-Tech.
Global Government now Seeks Total Control Over the Internet
What is arguably the very last bastion of totally free speech is once again under assault by the world's tyrants, as the United Nations is now eying regulation of the Internet - as though it was in need of being regulated.
ADHD Drugs Could Cut Crime Rates
Ritalin and other stimulants can help criminally inclined ADHD patients to control their impulses, experts say.
Brain-Controlled RC Helicopter Now on Sale
The RC helicopter you may have played with as a kid just got an upgrade: it can now be controlled with your mind.
Toyota Australia has Expanded its Hybrid Family Once More with the Addition of the New Luxury-spec Toyota Prius V i-Tech.
Kia Australia believes that its localization program for its vehicles is a huge deal for its on-going success in our market.
For Better Health, Ditch the Guilt
You eat a healthy diet, exercise daily, and limit saturated fats. But if you're consumed with guilt, you may have overlooked an important health component.
Policy Changes Proposed by Facebook are Asked to be Withdrawn
Two of privacy support groups on the 26th of November insisted on an extraction of planned changes of Facebook Inc. that would enable them to share the information of users with the photo application called Instagram that has been obtained only of late.
What Do Polar Bears Eat and How is their Food Threatened?
The animals have adapted over tens of thousands of years to an environment that is growing increasingly fragile.
Greek Hopes Raise Euro & Global Shares
The euro increased on the 23rd of November, resulting in a rise in shares of Europe, following indications of progress in negotiations on offering aid to recession-hit Greece as well as the findings in an influential analysis which showed a significant increase in business sentiment in Germany. The increase in stocks of US and the world were prompted by the same reasons.
'McIlroy was Tiger-esque'
Paul McGinleyPaul McGinley has hailed Rory McIlroy after he secured another victory in Dubai. The world number one birdied the last five holes at the DP World Tour Championship on Sunday to record a two-shot victory over Justin Rose. has hailed Rory McIlroy after he secured another victory in Dubai.
Jones: Keep Aussie GP As Is
Former F1 champion Alan Jones has rejected suggestions that the Australian GP should become a night race, insisting it's fine the way it is.
Airplanes Found to be Full of Filth; Passengers Flying in 'Tube of Human Feces'
The interiors of airplanes are awash in bacteria, including fecal bacteria, according to random tests conducted by Dallas-Fort Worth's local CBS affiliate.
The Thanksgiving Gift from the Feds
No group had more to be grateful for this Thanksgiving in America than the few people at the top of the pile. Over the last four decades, their wealth has soared...thanks largely to the feds.
Global Economic Crisis Deepens: Spain Now Offering Free Residency to Foreigners Who Buy Houses
The global economic crisis is worsening, especially in the hard-hit Eurozone, where nation after nation continues to struggle with a growing recession coupled with high unemployment, rising debt and low growth.
Doctors Now Charging for Extra Visit When Patients Ask Questions
Are you uncertain about your medical condition? Have a few questions for your doctor? Well, if so, you might want to bring extra money with you the next time you go in for a visit. Or better yet, ask your doctor's receptionist before you go in: "Will I be charged for asking questions?"
Canadian Mark Carney to Guide Bank of England Toward Better Days
It was made public that Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of Canada, had been designated as the new governor of the Bank of England. It is a surprising move, yet Britain decided to reach for a foreigner as it struggles with its troubled financial system, which certainly needs to be reformed.
Shares of Renesas Grow Owing to the Approval of a Bailout
Japan's Renesas Electronics Corp. saw a marked growth in its shares following an authorization of a bailout worth approximately $2.4 billion which is led by the Government. The shares of Renesas, a chip making company of Japan, rose above 6 percent after the finalization of the $2.4 billion bailout.
HP Charges Autonomy with $8.8 Billion for Wrongdoing
Hewlett-Packard Co. has surprised analysts by alleging its British software unit, Autonomy, of a massive accounting scandal thereby charging them with $8.8 billion in write down.
Why the Strength of the Australian Dollar is Both Mysterious and Obvious
Today let's start with the Australian dollar again. We promised to ask around the HQ and see if anyone had ideas on the relationship between the Aussie dollar and the All Ordinaries. Fresh off his 'Extinction Event' report, Murray chimed in.
Dubai Aims High as it Plans to Open World’s Biggest Mall and Tallest Hotel
Pregnant women with Type 2 diabetes have a better chance at good outcomes than those with Type 1, particularly if they receive proper care before and during their pregnancy, according to a University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) study published in the Journal of Reproductive Medicine (Nov. 2012).
Furious Negotiations Continue for Resolving of the Fiscal Cliff
According to the latest reports, there are inspiring signs that depict a Republican inflexibility on the easing of taxes. This is the second time in a matter of days that a Republican, Lindsey Graham the Senator, has aimed towards violating on the pledge of never raising the taxes.
Dubai Revives Three More On-The-Shelf Real Estate Projects
Development in Dubai froze or stalled in many cases following the 2008 crash. But gradually, Dubai's property market has started to recover and stalled or partially shelved projects are return.
Thanksgiving Weekend Sees Holiday Shopping Rise 10%
Thanksgiving traditions have been evolving, adding to the list of usual activities one more thing namely Thanksgiving shopping. Retailers know how to take use of the needs and trends therefore they decided to open the holiday shopping season on Thanksgiving.
Bidding War Erupts over Aston Martin Takeover
Aston Martin, the luxury car brand, is entangled in the middle of a global Indian-Italian Aston Martin bidding war regarding the takeover of Aston Martin Company, after Mahindra, the motors group from India, trumped a major bid from Italy for almost half of the luxury car manufacturer based in Britain.
Swiss Economy Most Competitive in the World
The economies of the world’s nations are ranked by the World Economic Forum (WEF) in terms of how competitive they are, releasing the results in a yearly Global Competitiveness Report.
The Nutella War Happening in the French Economy
No follow-through after the big surge on Monday. So, nothing has changed. We still have a punky stock market that appears to want to go down.
The Fall and Descent of Mrs Ples
Scientists reckon that catastrophic climate change was responsible for a huge number of extinctions at the end of the Pleistocene epoch, around twelve thousand years ago. Mega-fauna - very large animals - didn't adapt well to the rapidly changing climate.
The Aussie Dollar Dilemma
Be thankful for the bottomless gluttony of man today. It's probably going to help Australian stocks! The US markets came out of their Turkey Coma to rally higher on Friday. Both the S&P 500 and the Dow finished more than one per cent higher. That should be good enough for a positive start to the week in Australia.
Hot Chocolate - Food of the Gods! The Soulful, Superfood that's Good for you and Deliciously Sinful
From happy childish squeals of delight during a snow storm to a cozy winter corner wrapped in the seductive lusciousness of sweet warmth, nothing touches the heart or belly like a cup of delicious hot chocolate.
Stop Hair Lloss and Damage with these Natural Remedies
Americans are not known for their lush locks and it is no wonder -- their diet tends to be high in harmful fats, laden with sugar and heavy in animal protein along with dairy.