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BancTec Partners With Birikim Automation Systems to Deliver Document Solutions in Turkey Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:13AMLONDON, March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- BancTec, Inc., a global provider of advanced, high-volume, document and payment processing solutions and services, has signed a distribution agreement with Birikim Automation Systems (Birikim Otomasyon Sistemleri), a leading vendor of document-based solutions based in Turkey.
South Euclid native gets in on app market Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:18AM“There’s an app for that” is more than just a slogan for South Euclid native Steven Chaitoff. The licensed Apple developer has made creating apps for mobile electronic devices his full-time profession.
BancTec Partners With Birikim Automation Systems to Deliver Document Solutions in Turkey Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:00AMBancTec, Inc., a global provider of advanced, high-volume, document and payment processing solutions and services, has signed a distribution agreement with Birikim Automation Systems , a leading vendor of document-based solutions based in Turkey. Â The agreement covers the distribution in Turkey of BancTec's highly acclaimed IntelliScanÂ® and E-Series high-speed document scanning and sorting ...
Haiti needs everything, earthquake eyewitness tells Rotary members Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:02PMThere's an expression in Haiti: Behind the mountains are the mountains, the Rev. John Talbird says.
N.Korean trade in rare decline Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:13AMNorth Korea's international trade dropped last year for the first time in more than a decade after the state was hit by UN sanctions to punish it for a nuclear test in May, a South Korean think tank said. The report by the state-run Korea Development Institute (KDI) made available Wednesday said the largest impact came from a sharp decline in trade with China, the North's biggest benefactor that ...
After troubled past, GG says Haiti -Dominican now offer a lesson in co-operation Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:49PMSANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic - Despite their troubled and sometimes cruel history as neighbours, Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean said the recent Haitian earthquake appears to have brought it closer to the next-door Dominican Republic.
Mardell's America Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:16PM'Open carry' activists do weekly shop with a gun
The Coming Financial Time Bomb Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:40AMThe truth about the credit crisis.
North Korea trade falls for first time in decade-report Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 1:23AMSource: Reuters SEOUL, March 10 (Reuters) - North Korea's international trade dropped last year for the first time in more than a decade after the destitute state was hit by U.N. sanctions to punish it for a nuclear ...
North Korea trade falls for first time in decade - report Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 1:15AMSEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea's international trade dropped last year for the first time in more than a decade after the destitute state was hit by U.N. sanctions to punish it for a nuclear test in May, a South Korean think tank said.
Recession Not Standing in the Way of Weight-Loss and Smoking-Cessation Coach Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 1:00AMMark Patrick Media, a leader in weight-loss and smoking-cessation programs, has submitted an application to “Inc. 500” for inclusion in its annual 500 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America list. The company’s record-setting growth rate of over 436 percent in the past four years outpaces the U.S.’s GDP growth over the same time period by a 4,600 percent margin.
Response to Chile earthquake lukewarm Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:27PMFacebook invitations to help Haiti probably flooded your inbox days after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck the developing country in January, but calls to aid victims of the 8.8-magnitude earthquake that shook Chile on Feb. 27 have been slower to come by.
Josh Garrett: When Oil Traders Make a Mistake, We All Pay the Price Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 9:42AMIn theory, oil markets only respond to two forces: supply and demand. However, it has become clear that the whimsical perceptions of oil traders can also have just as much influence on oil prices.
GG to mark Women's Day in Haiti Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:13PMOTTAWA — Stephen Harper’s new international focus on women and children moves into the international spotlight Monday, when Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean arrives in Haiti to mark International Women’s Day.
On Productivity Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:48PMThe nation's productivity, or output per hour worked, increased at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 6.9% in the fourth quarter.
Online Investigations: Searching the Web and Organizing Your Information Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:30PMOn February 7, the investigative journalism and online reporting teams held a joint plenary on online investigations.
The great delusion Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:11AM“A false belief based on incorrect inference about external reality that is firmly sustained despite what almost everybody else believes and despite what constitutes incontrovertible and obvious proof or evidence to the contrary.”
Chile’s Re-opened Human Rights Investigations Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:20PMOn March 11, less than two weeks following a devastating earthquake that rocked Chile’s south-central region and even reached its capital 200 miles away, rightwing President-elect Sebastián Piñera is set to take office. This earthquake and the devastation it ...
Local Chileans hear from relatives Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:03PMJorge Araya woke up Saturday morning to find a computer message from his daughter in Chile, telling him she was fine after an 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck the South American country.
Background Note: Sierra Leone Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 9:04PMGeography Area: 71,740 sq. km. (29,925 sq. mi.); slightly smaller than South Carolina. Cities: Capital --Freetown (est. 786,900). Provincial capitals-- Southern Province, Bo; Eastern Province, Kenema; Northern Province, Makeni. Terrain: Mangrove swamps ...
LDS in Chile are coping after earthquake Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:23PMAs Chileans work to recover victims and begin to repair damage done by Saturday's 8.8-magnitude earthquake, the country's large LDS population has come together to help each other, said Salt Lake City resident Marc Boyden.
False Gay Marriage Rumor Sparks Kenyan Riots Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:30PMIn the coastal town of Mtwapa in Kenya’s Kilifi district, media hysteria and outrage by clerics over a non-existent gay wedding whipped up mob violence that began on February 12, unleashing a house-to-house witch hunt by anti-gay vigilantes, street attacks targeting gay men, the sacking of an AIDS-fighting medical center, and a widening wave of ultra-homophobic national media coverage.
Death Toll From Mammoth Earthquake Rises; Tsunami Warnings Lifted Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:12AMAt least 700 people are believed dead after the monster earthquake that rocked central Chile Saturday and triggered tsunami warnings and advisories for the U.S. West Coast, Hawaii and Japan.
India Seeks Lowest Potash Price in Four Years (Update1) Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:58AMFeb. 24 (Bloomberg) -- India, the world’s biggest potash importer, may offer the lowest price in four years in annual talks with suppliers after Chinese buyers secured reduced terms, said three industry officials with direct knowledge of the plan.
Will Nigeria's ailing leader return to power? Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 8:00AMNigeria's political landscape was shrouded in mystery Thursday as its ailing President, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, returned to the country after months abroad receiving medical treatment.
In U.S., tactical gridlock grips health debate Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:58AMI t's a measure of just how strange politics has become that a bipartisan health-care meeting could transmogrify into a Trojan horse.[...]
Average lifespan for Canadians two years longer Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 5:14PMCanadians born between 2005 and 2007 can look forward to lives more than two years longer on average than those born a decade earlier, according to a new report from Statistics Canada.
Blood drive to benefit Haiti Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 5:24AMBlood Assurance is sponsoring a blood drive today from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 5600 Eastgate Drive. Donors will receive a free T-shirt, a drink and snack and have the chance to win a Kindle wireless reader.
The Godfather’s Ghost Speaks French Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 9:22PMIn the prison drama “A Prophet,” the standard tough guy is replaced by an illiterate street urchin who prospers through intelligence.
False Gay Marriage Rumor Sparks Kenyan Riots Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 12:15AMIn the coastal town of Mtwapa in Kenya’s Kilifi district, media hysteria and outrage by clerics over a non-existent gay wedding whipped up mob violence that began on February 12, unleashing a house-to-house witch hunt by anti-gay vigilantes, street attacks targeting gay men, the sacking of an AIDS-fighting medical center, and a widening wave of ultra-homophobic national media coverage.
Egypt ETF Heavily Weighted Towards Financials, Mid-Caps Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 3:13AMTom Lydon (ETF Trends) submits: The international financial crisis slowed Egypt’s growth, but the country’s economy is beginning to pick up its pace. Now Egypt has its very own exchange traded fund so you can play along at home. Market Vectors, already a first mover with several of their single-country funds, has done it again by launching a new ETF Thursday aimed at the Egyptian economy, the ...
Egypt ETF Heavily Weighted Towards Financials, Mid Caps Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 3:13AMTom Lydon (ETF Trends) submits: The international financial crisis slowed Egypt’s growth, but the country’s economy is beginning to pick up its pace. Now Egypt has its very own exchange traded fund so you can play along at home. Market Vectors, already a first mover with several of their single-country funds, has done it again by launching a new ETF Thursday aimed at the Egyptian economy, the ...
MILF willing to ink peace pact with Arroyo Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 6:13PMTHE Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is willing to conclude a peace pact within the remaining period of the Arroyo administration as long as this binds government to “a package of obligations” read more
MILF: Yes to peace deal now if it’s binding on next admin Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:52PMThe separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is willing to enter into a peace agreement within what’s left of the term of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, as long as it will bind her successor to “a package of obligations.”
MILF: Peace pact should bind next government Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 9:19AMThe Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is willing to conclude a peace pact during the remaining period of the Arroyo administration as long as this binds the Philippine government to “a package of obligations” that it has to perform regardless of whoever succeeds her as president.
Worlds oldest pastor dies in Japan aged 101 Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 5:25AMThe man believed to be the worlds oldest actively serving pastor died last weekend in Japan at the age of 101
Qatar to grow 18.5%, risks overheating Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 2:38AMQatar must make 'sustained efforts' to improve ability to absorb infra spending - Int'l Monetary Fund.
Qatar to Grow 18.5%, Risks Overheating, Says IMF (Update1) Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 1:30AMFeb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Qatar’s gross domestic product will grow by 18.5 percent this year as gas exports increase, leaving the economy at risk of overheating in the medium term, the International Monetary Fund said.
Bersin & Associates Unveils Agenda for Research Conference, IMPACT 2010: The Business of Talent(R) Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 1:24PMOAKLAND, Calif., Feb.
Bersin & Associates Unveils Agenda for Research Conference, IMPACT 2010: The Business of Talent(R) Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 10:29AMIMPACT 2010: The Business of TalentÂ®, the only research conference on corporate learning and talent management, will feature keynote addresses from senior executives from IBM and Accenture â two companies that rely on employee talent and skills for business success, as well as 21 breakout sessions and complimentary workshops. Â The company's third annual conference will be held April 6-8 at The ...
Ghana : Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 7:31AMDid Tullow Oil Short-Change Uganda? Public Agenda has stumbled on a report which suggests that Tullow must have short-changed Uganda in the negotiation of its oil contract in that country.
Global Drop in DFI may decelerate Job creation in Ghana! Sunday, February 14, 2010 @ 11:08PMGlobal Drop in Direct Foreign Investment (DFI) may decelerate Job creation in Ghana! (Part 1) Perhaps in the last few years and months, Ghana has received worldwide publicity and recognition for being Africa’s paragon of true democracy.
Timeline: Uganda’s history Sunday, February 14, 2010 @ 4:14AMMuch of Uganda is doing relatively well today, especially considering the country’s violent past. However, much of the northern part of the country is mired in poverty because of two decades of civil war. Here is a glimpse of the country’s history.
Cash for Haiti Could Undermine Rebuilding Effort Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 1:11PMA new army has appeared on the streets of Port-au-Prince, wearing day-glo vests and white face masks, and carrying picks and shovels. These are the cash-for-work crews, and they are needed. But Haiti is sustained in large part by external aid, and the arrival of relief groups and NGOs carries a serious risk: The creation of an aid bubble.
The Coming Financial Time Bomb Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 12:30PMThe truth about the credit crisis.
Local education advocate brings new ideas back from Singapore Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 5:15PMA trip to Singapore confirmed Allison Gant’s belief that the United States needs to do more to study how other countries approach education. Gant is executive director of Alamance Citizens for Education, which was created with the goal of...
India Faces Potash Shortage in March, Supplier Says (Update2) Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 11:21AMFeb. 11 (Bloomberg) -- India, the world’s largest importer of potash, may start running short of the fertilizer as early as next month, according to International Potash Co.
Is the English Language Hard to Learn? Tuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 5:17PMThere are some bills being kicked around in the 2010 Idaho legislature that push the exclusive use of the English language more. It got us wondering about the English language and just how difficult it is to learn.
Madagascar’s Economy Reels as EU Mulls Sanctions (Update2) Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 7:33AMFeb. 8 (Bloomberg) -- Madagascar’s economy, already reeling from the effects of a yearlong political crisis, faces a new threat this week when European Union officials meet to discuss possible sanctions against the Indian Ocean island nation.
Qatar's next budget to be 'little bigger' - Fin Minister Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 2:43PMCurrent fiscal year budget is $26bn, including 1.5% cut in spending.