Denver released largest amount of greenhouse gases this yearSeptember 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has determined that Denver, US, released the largest amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) and Barcelona, Spain, the smallest amount this year. The study documented how differences in climate, population density and other factors affect GHG emissions in global cities.
Heritage Financial prices offering at $11.50 per shareSeptember 17th, 2009 Heritage Financial prices offer at $11.50 a shareOLYMPIA, Wash. — Heritage Financial Corp.
First systematic excavation of England's ancient Hadrian Wall underwaySeptember 16th, 2009 LONDON - Archaeologists from Newcastle University, in collaboration with English Heritage, have begin the first systematic excavation of a cemetery on Hadrian's Wall in England, in order to preserve it effectively. Hadrian's Wall is a stone and turf fortification built by the Roman Empire across the width of what is now northern England.
Obama says Iraqis taking control of cities from US is important step forwardJune 30th, 2009 Obama: Iraqis taking control of cities importantWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says that Iraqi security forces taking control of cities from the United States is an important step toward Iraq's sovereignty and the end of the war. He says Iraqis are rightly treating the day as a cause for celebration.
Buddhist Mount Wutai in China listed as World Heritage siteJune 27th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Buddhist Mount Wutai in China has become the country's 38th site to join UNESCO's World Heritage List as a cultural landscape. "We've been through a rough path, full of suspense," said Tong Mingkang, deputy chief of China's State Administration of Cultural Heritage, after the announcement.
Joseon royal tombs in South Korea to be designated as UNESCO World Heritage siteJune 25th, 2009 SEOUL - The royal tombs of the Joseon Kingdom in South Korea are expected to be designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site at the 33rd session of the World Heritage Committee now in session in Seville, Spain through June 30. According to a report in Korea Times, the final review is due for the June 26 to 27 session, and if approved, the tombs will become South Korea's ninth UNESCO-designated treasure.
US places India on watch list on human traffickingJune 16th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The US has placed India on tier 2 watch list of countries in a report on human trafficking, saying New Delhi is not doing enough to address the issue. "India is a source, destination, and transit country for men, women, and children trafficked for the purposes of forced labour and commercial sexual exploitation," said the 2009 Trafficking in Persons Report released by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Tuesday.
Ancient city in Peru likely to be considered as World Cultural Heritage siteJune 3rd, 2009 LIMA - Soon, the ancient city of Caral in Peru may be marked as a World cultural heritage site. According to a report in www.LivinginPeru.com, archaeologist Ruth Shady says that the ruins of the ancient city of Caral, located at 207 km or 128 miles to the north of Lima, meet the conditions to join the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Iron Period layers revealed by latest archaeology excavations in MacedoniaMay 31st, 2009 SOFIA - The latest archaeological research at the ancient observatory of Kokino in north-eastern Macedonia has revealed layers from the Iron Period, around the seventh century BC. "At the moment, there is intensive archaeological research on several sectors of the site," Minister of Culture Elizabeta Kancheska-Milevska explained during a Parliament session dedicated to questions of members of parliament.
Dev Patel, Freida Pinto make it to '100 Most Beautiful People' listApril 30th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Slumdog Millionaire stars Dev Patel and Freida Pinto have made it to US magazine People's list of '100 Most Beautiful People'. The 'Most Beautiful People' list has been topped by Samantha Who? Star Christina Applegate, who won admiration for her fight against breast cancer, reports People.
Afghanistan announces establishment of first national parkApril 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Afghanistan's National Environment Protection Agency (NEPA) has announced the establishment of the country's first internationally recognized national park. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) provided key funding that led to the park's creation, including support of Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) to conduct preliminary wildlife surveys, identify and delineate the park's boundaries, and work with local communities and the provincial government.
Washington 'A' list excludes Bush and company, Obamas, Axelrods inApril 13th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The new Washington, DC, A-list is in, and George W. Bush and his team aren't on it, reports the New York Post.
Chicago health-wise best city for menApril 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Men who wish to stay healthy in every respect, and aspire for a disease free atmosphere, Chicago is the ideal city to live in, according to a new list. Barack Obama's home city headed the list of Top 29 cities for men around the world, reports Fox News.
Mallya happy to bring Gandhi's heritage back to IndiaMarch 6th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Indian liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya is very pleased with his purchase of a set of Mahatma Gandhi's personal belongings including his iconic round-rimmed spectacles as he is bringing the national heritage home. Tony Bedi, the representative of Mallya who bought the items for $1.8 million at an auction in New York, said his client is 'really pleased with the purchase' as 'he is bringing the heritage of the items back to India'.
US a nation of Christian, Muslims, Jews, Hindus: ObamaJanuary 19th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Paying tribute to the 'patchwork heritage' of the US, President Barack Obama in his inauguration speech called it 'a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus -- and nonbelievers'. 'For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness.
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