Slow start to Irish vote over EU Lisbon TreatyOctober 2nd, 2009 DUBLIN - Voting got off to a slow start Friday as Ireland went to the polls to decide -- for the second time -- on the European Union's Lisbon Treaty. Several polling stations in Sligo in the north-west of the country were reporting "a very slow start" to voting with very low numbers turning out so far.
Irish brewery Guinness celebrating 250 years of its existenceSeptember 16th, 2009 LONDON - Irish brewery giant Guinness is celebrating its 250th birthday. The legendary Irish dry stout has grown into one of the world's biggest booze brands -proving its slogan that "good things come to those who wait".
Ryanair to trim aircraft at main London hub by 40 percent over winter, cites high costsJuly 21st, 2009 Ryanair to trim aircraft by 40 pct at London hubDUBLIN — Ryanair Holdings PLC said Tuesday it will heavily reduce flights from its main London hub for the second winter in a row, citing high costs and seasonally lower demand. The airline said it will base 24 aircraft at Stansted Airport from October through March, down from the current 40.
Udaipur named World's Best CityJuly 11th, 2009 NEW YORK - Udaipur has been named the World's Best City in a poll by Travel and Leisure magazine. The Rajasthani city is the first South Asian hotspot to get the prestigious title.
Italians named 'Europe's worst drivers'June 29th, 2009 LONDON - For British travellers, Italians fare the worst when it comes to driving, according to a survey. In the poll by TripAdvisor, over 30 percent of the 819 British travellers claimed that contending with the locals' driving style was the biggest challenge of motoring abroad.lmost 35 percent of survey participants were nervous of driving abroad, while 14 percent said that they never brushed up on local driving regulations.
US airlines have worst food in the worldJune 23rd, 2009 MELBOURNE - US airlines serve the worst food and have the least comfortable seats, a new study has found. In a new survey by SeatGuru.com, American Airlines, United Airlines and U.S.
Sydney emerges as world's friendliest city in online surveyJune 16th, 2009 MELBOURNE - A global on-line survey has revealed that Sydney is the world's friendliest city. The harbour city's cleanliness, aesthetic qualities, climate, and affordable accommodation won it the top spot.
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard voted Footballer of the Year by England's journalistsMay 13th, 2009 Liverpool's Gerrard voted Footballer of the YearLONDON — Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has been voted Footballer of the Year by England's Football Writer's Association after the midfielder's efforts helped put the Reds in contention for their first Premier League title since 1990. The 28-year-old has scored 15 league goals to make his team a genuine rival to defending champion Manchester United.
London is Europe's dirtiest cityMay 4th, 2009 LONDON - Heading to London? Well, here's a piece of information for you-the UK capital is Europe's dirtiest, most expensive and has the worst cuisine, according to a poll of travellers. The survey of 2,376 European travellers by the TripAdvisor company also called the British capital to inhabit the worst-dressed locals.
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' voted best album since 1981April 9th, 2009 LONDON - Pop legend Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' has been voted the best album since 1981 in a poll by MTV, reports the Mirror online. One in three of 40,000 viewers chose Jackson, while 12 percent voted for Rhythm 'n' Blues (RnB) star David Craig's 'Born to do it', followed by American hard rock band Guns N' Roses' ' Appetite For Destruction' with nine percent votes.
Miley Cyrus voted America's favourite teen idolApril 8th, 2009 LONDON - 'Hannah Montana' star Miley Cyrus has become America's favourite teen idol in a new poll, reports contactmusic.com. The teenage sensation, 16, has been voted the number one young star in an online survey conducted by PopEater.com, grabbing 32 per cent of the votes.
Rooney to win his 50th England cap on WednesdayMarch 31st, 2009 LONDON - Soccer star Wayne Rooney will win his 50th England cap on Wednesday against Ukraine. According to The Sun, Rooney has been voted Nationwide Player of the Year by the Three Lions faithful after banging in seven goals in his last four internationals.
Bond voted top hero in magazine pollMarch 28th, 2009 LONDON - British spy James Bond has been voted the top hero beating the likes of Indiana Jones, Superman and Harry Potter in a poll conducted by Entertainment Weekly. Bond has been portrayed by actors Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig.
Depp, Jolie voted ideal actors by BritonsMarch 7th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood superstars Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie have topped an online poll by British fans who would love to cast them as ideal leading actors in their own 'ultimate' film. Depp and Jolie topped the wish list of Britons who dream of making their own film, according to a survey by the National Lottery, reports contactmusic.com.
Megan Fox voted sexiest sci-fi babe of all timeFebruary 16th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress and model Megan Fox has been voted the hottest sci-fi babe of all time. Fox, 22, has landed the top spot for her performance as car-obsessed beauty Mikaela Banes in 2007 hit movie 'Transformers', reports contactmusic.com.
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