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Wellington Basin Reserve Grandstand Marked Earthquake Prone

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:20:31 EST

The 88-year-old grandstand at the only historic cricket ground in Wellington has been marked with an 'earthquake prone' warning by the city council. The Basin Reserve grandstand is now being assessed to find out the extent of work needed to make it safer in the event of an earthquake.

Adele welcomed voice rest from a "noisy" world

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:20:20 EST

Grammy winner Adele, who swept the awards show with best album, record and song of the year, told reporters backstage that being forced to rest her voice after recent surgery was a welcome change.

Kate Upton's Hot 2012 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover and Other Sexy Photos

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:18:10 EST

Kate Upton has landed the Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover, which will go on sale Tuesday. The 19-year-old hot blonde and model said snagging the cover means much to her. The 2012 magazine cover is her second time appearing in the annual Sports Illustrated issue.

President Obama Coming Back to Los Angeles

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:15:01 EST

President Obama will be back in Los Angeles for campaign events on Wednesday.

Study Aims to Minimize Impact of Altered Hydrology, Climate Change in Fortescue Marsh

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:14:48 EST

Reseachers from the University of Western Australia are studying the potential impact of climate change and altered hydrology on a major Pilbara wetland.

New York Fashion Week: Emilio Cavallini Fall 2012 'Risque Business' Legwear Seduces a la Bettie Page [PHOTOS]

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:13:14 EST

Departing from a typical runway show, Emilio Cavallini used a "sexy, intimate cinematic experience" channeling Bettie Page to present his seductive Fall 2012 legwear collection, "Risqué Business" on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York. View the slideshow to see photos of the Emilio Cavallini Fall 2012 collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York.

Drugs or drowning? Science holds key to Houston death

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:10:12 EST

Drugs? Booze? Suicide? Drowning? Speculation on the cause of Whitney Houston's sudden death have run the gamut since the singer was found on Saturday. But don't jump to conclusions.

Plane carrying Whitney Houston's body departs Los Angeles

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:07:38 EST

A plane carrying the body of pop star Whitney Houston departed a Los Angeles airport on Monday, reportedly headed to her home state of New Jersey for funeral and burial services, police said.

The Japanese industrial production

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:07:07 EST

The Japanese industrial-production final reading in December recorded a retreated reading of 3.8%, compared with the prior month's reading of 4.0%.Yet, the annualized industrial-production final reading in December recorded a declined reading of -4.3%, compared with the prior reading of -4.1%.

The Japanese capacity utilization

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:07:06 EST

The Japanese economy released the final reading for the capacity utilization reading in December, where it advanced to 3.1% compared with the prior reading of -2.9%.

Claire Sinclair: About the Playmate Hugh Hefner's Son Marston Allegedly Attacked [PHOTOS]

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:41 EST

Claire Sinclair made headlines Monday as the Playboy Playmate Hugh Hefner's son Marston Hefner allegedly attacked.

Top 5 Best Cities for Singles

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:35 EST

Top 10 Best Cities for Singles

Romantics Get Over Red Roses, Say 'I Love You' with Cheaper Flowers

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:55:44 EST

While the red rose is still ubiquitous on Valentine's Day, the more practical lovers believe they can be romantic on Valentine's Day without letting their wallets suffer over the high cost of a red rose on this day.

Apple Allows FLA Inspectors in its China Assembly Plants

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:54:51 EST

As Apple shares zoomed up and breached the $500 mark on Monday, company officials revealed at the same time that independent inspectors from the Fair Labor Association (FLA) have begun their probe on Apple assembly facilities in China.

Westminster Dog Show 2012: Winners, Best Photos of Day 1

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:54:50 EST

A look at the winners and best photos of Day 1 at the Westminster Dog Show.

Marston Hefner, Hugh Hefner's Son, Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Playboy Playmate

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:52:46 EST

Marston Hefner, Hugh Hefner's son, was arrested for allegedly attacking a Playboy Playmate Sunday night.

Kate Middleton, Camilla and Queen Elizabeth Do a Triple Royal Date [PHOTOS]

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:46:57 EST

The Duchess of Cambridge, Camilla, and Queen Elizabeth are reportedly spending the day "bonding" over some shopping and lunch today.

Moody ‘s Lowers UK to ‘Negative’ Outlook, Downgrades 6 European Nations

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:42:17 EST

The UK currently has a “AAA” rating and the move of the Moody’s by placing the country in the negative outlook suggest that Britain’s triple A is at greater risk and there is an increased chance of downgrade within the next one and a half years.

Earthquakes Hit California and Costa Rica; No Injuries or Damage Reported

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:38:51 EST

Earthquakes Hit California and Costa Rica

Bank of Japan rate decision

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:35:06 EST

Today the bank of Japan reported its rate decision; where the BoJ kept the interest rate steady between 0.00% and 0.10%, and announced that it's about to fully support the financial markets. Yet, the BoJ announced that the economic uncertainty remains high.On the other side, the BoJ kept keeps the c.

New York Fashion Week 2012: Stars and Front Row Celebrities at the Event (PHOTOS)

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:34:00 EST

New York Fashion Week is as much about front row celebs, Hollywood actors and stars as it is about the designer collections and models. Every year, the front rows of the fashion week are filled with major A-listers making the star-studded section the most glamorous spot to be seen.

Shawn Michaels Returns to Raw: Best Twitter Reactions

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:31:58 EST

Hearbreak Kid Shawn Michaels returned to RAW on Monday, getting involved in the Triple H-Undertaker storyline, sending Twitter into a frenzy. And with the upcoming WrestleMania event, it was no surprise that the wrestler, who makes an appearance now and then, would have taken interest in the saga between Triple H and Undertaker.

Lower Nickel Prices Affect Western Areas; Gillard Vows Support for Aluminium Sector

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:29:40 EST

Nickel miner Western Areas reported on Tuesday a 64 per cent decline in its first half net profit due to lower prices of the commodity. From July to December 2011, the firm logged a $24.1 million net profit, down from $67.2 million compared to the same period a year ago.

BOJ eases policy, sets near-term price goal

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:28:06 EST

The Bank of Japan on Tuesday eased its policy by boosting asset purchases and defined 1 percent consumer inflation as a near-term goal in response to growing calls for more action to help the economy mired in deflation and weighed down by a strong yen.

Houston, Adele, Minaj bring bumper audience to Grammys

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:22:34 EST

A bumper 40 million U.S. viewers watched Sunday's Grammy Awards, drawn in by the death of Whitney Houston and the performance comeback of Adele, and kept watching by a controversial religious stage act by rapper Nicki Minaj.

$3,000 Beer Bottle Bed Sold Online

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:13:08 EST

An idea sparked by beer bottles made a Waikanae Beach man richer by $3000. Steve Sandvoss, a carpenter, was watching TV while drinking beer when he began to think that there must be something he could do with beer bottles. That was two years ago.

Tough Retail Market Poses Challenges For JB Hi-Fi

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:06:04 EST

Two, New Same-Sex Marriage Bills Introduced in Parliament

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:12:21 EST

Despite the prospect of defeat meeting their initiatives, two Australian lawmakers introduced separate bills on Monday supporting the federal legislation of gay union in the country.

Westminster Dog Show 2012: Winners of Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, Herding Groups from Day 1

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:09:33 EST

The 136th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show began Monday in New York, featuring competitors in the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups. Find out more about the winners of the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups from the first day of the Westminster Dog Show.

Google Wins US, EU Approval for $12.5 B Motorola Mobility Purchase

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:08:47 EST

Google inches closer on its quest to formally acquire Motorola Mobility with two clearances it received Monday from government regulators in the United States and the European Union.

Apple Set to Announce iPad 3 on March 7?

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:08:32 EST

If you are one of those Apple fans waiting desperately to own the company's new iPad, you can definitely bet on March 7 for the grand release.

Bak of Japan eases monetary policy, sets 1 pct inflation goal

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:07:06 EST

The Bank of Japan loosened monetary policy on Tuesday by topping up asset purchases in the face of mounting political pressure for bolder action to beat deflation and ease the pain on the economy from a strong yen.

BOJ eases monetary policy, sets 1 pct inflation goal

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:00:10 EST

India probes Google, Yahoo for possible forex violation: report

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:00:09 EST

The Indian government is investigating whether the Indian units of U.S. Internet giants Google Inc and Yahoo Inc may have violated the country's foreign exchange laws, the Wall Street Journal said in report.

Nikkei Slips; Insurers Underperform

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:56:54 EST

Japan's Nikkei share average slipped on Tuesday but still hovered near the 9,000 level, with non-life insurers underperforming after MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings (8725.T) cut guidance on heavy losses on the flooding in Thailand.

Greece faces tough job to seal rescue

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:56:04 EST

Greece has admitted it still faces a tough job in persuading the European Union and IMF to save it from bankruptcy even after parliament approved savage extra budget cuts, provoking a night of looting and burning in central Athens.

Santorum Leaps to Tie with Romney in National Polls

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:51:53 EST

Rick Santorum has surged into a virtual tie in opinion polls with Mitt Romney, setting up a tough fight in the party's primary in Michigan on Feb 28.

South Korea’s KOGAS Needs Total 36 mln tonnes LNG in 2012

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:45:05 EST

Korea Gas Corp (KOGAS), South Korea's state-run gas company, announced on Monday it would be importing in 2012 a total of 36.46 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG), or 1.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, presumably to ensure a steady and constant supply of the commodity for domestic purposes.

New York Fashion Week: Betsey Johnson Fall 2012 Collection an Ode to 1960's Rock 'n' Roll [PHOTOS]

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:42:26 EST

If you thought Betsey Johnson's clothes were ultra cool and hip in present day, seeing her fall collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York through a mod 1960's lens put the groove in groovy drawing inspiration from rock 'n' roll songs. View the slideshow to see photos of the Fall 2012 collection by Betsey Johnson at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York.

Brisbane Aims to Double City Economy Within 20 Years

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:41:39 EST

Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk announced on Tuesday an ambitious 20-year plan that aims to double the city's economy to $217 billion by 2031. The growth, which includes boosting job creation, would ride on the back of the state's resources boom.

Australian Man Fined $800 for Mooning Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip; Says He'd do it Again

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:39:54 EST

Barman Liam Lloyd Warriner, from Sydney, was fined AU$750 or US$800 for mooning Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, during a royal visit to Australia last year. Warriner has said he would do it again,.

Innes Willox Appointed as Australian Industry Group Chief Executive

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:36:36 EST

The Australian Industry Group National Executive meeting in Canberra today has appointed Innes Willox as the organisation's new Chief Executive.

Israel Staged Embassy Attack in India: Iran

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:32:14 EST

Iran has reacted sharply to allegations by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the country was responsible for planting bombs in cars belonging to Israel's embassies in India and Georgia.

Dojis Galore

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:48:16 EST

By Rudi Filapek-VandyckFNArena has added another video to its Investors Education section on the website.

Cissy Houston 'Devastated' Over Whitney's Death

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:12:16 EST

Cissy Houston, the mother of singer Whitney Houston, opened up to the media on Monday, saying that she is "devastated" about her daughter's death. Whitney Houston was found dead at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday. The 48-year-old singer was scheduled to attend Clive Davis' pre-Grammy gala that day at the hotel.

Gillard Denies Having Prepared Speech During Rudd’s Ouster in 2010

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:06:02 EST

Prime Minister Julia Gillard insisted on Tuesday that her acceptance speech was not prepared two weeks before she assumed the post vacated by Kevin Rudd, belying an earlier interview that suggested otherwise.

Carmaker that Laid Off Workers Grants 22% Pay Hike

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:03:58 EST

While hundreds of jobs continue to be shed across Australia since the start of February as businesses complain of the strong currency and weak consumer confidence, workers in Holden would enjoy up to a 22 per cent wage increase spread over the next three years.

Top Goldman Sachs Dealmaker to Retire

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:00:12 EST

Goldman Sachs Group said on Monday that George Mattson, a co-head of the firm's global industrials group, will retire after an 18-year career at the investment bank.

USDCAD pulled back from 1.0038

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:49:05 EST

After breaking above the upper line of the price channel on 4-hour chart, USDCAD pulled back from 1.0038. Range trading between 0.9925 and 1.0038 would likely be seen in a couple of days. As long as 1.0038 level holds, the price action in the range could be treated as consolidation of the downtrend from 1.0318, and one more fall to 0.9800 is still possible. On the other side, a break above 1.

RBA: Banks Lift Mortgage Rates Due to Higher Funding Costs

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:41:36 EST

Rising funding costs prompted major Australian banks to lift their mortgage rates despite the freeze on cash rate imposed last week by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).