For honeymooners looking to get off the beaten path in Spain, Rioja offers plenty of opportunities to get lost in Spanish culture as well as sip and savor , all without the crowds of Spain’s biggest tourist draws. Here’s what you need to know to plan a honeymoon in Rioja.
Day: February 22, 2017
Best places to experience multicultural Australia: The parts of…
It’s amazing that some places that are iconically Australian can sometimes feel like it doesn’t belong here at all. As you sit at a pavement cafe on Jonson Street on a humid, sweltering evening, listening to the foreign accents, checking out the artsy hippie shops next door, watching barefooted tourists wandering past, there’s a distinct feeling that you’ve suddenly been transported to Thailand.
Best places to experience multicultural Australia: The parts of…
It’s amazing that some places that are iconically Australian can sometimes feel like it doesn’t belong here at all. As you sit at a pavement cafe on Jonson Street on a humid, sweltering evening, listening to the foreign accents, checking out the artsy hippie shops next door, watching barefooted tourists wandering past, there’s a distinct feeling that you’ve suddenly been transported to Thailand.
Government sets 2040 ‘swimmable’ rivers target
All waterways will have to meet the safe standard for E.coli contamination 80 per cent of the time. Photo / Nick Harper The Government has set a target of making 90 per cent of New Zealand’s rivers and streams safe for swimming by 2040.
Government sets 2040 ‘swimmable’ rivers target
All waterways will have to meet the safe standard for E.coli contamination 80 per cent of the time. Photo / Nick Harper The Government has set a target of making 90 per cent of New Zealand’s rivers and streams safe for swimming by 2040.
A hard drive’s LED light can be used to covertly leak data
The seemingly harmless blinking lights on servers and desktop PCs may give away secrets if a hacker can hijack them with malware. Researchers in Israel have come up with an innovative hack that turns a computer’s LED light into a signaling system that shows passwords and other sensitive data.
A hard drive’s LED light can be used to covertly leak data
The seemingly harmless blinking lights on servers and desktop PCs may give away secrets if a hacker can hijack them with malware. Researchers in Israel have come up with an innovative hack that turns a computer’s LED light into a signaling system that shows passwords and other sensitive data.
Thiem into quarters in Rio; favorite with Nishikori out
Spain’s Albert Ramos-Vinolas returns the ball to Italy’s Fabio Fognini at the Rio Open tennis tournament in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017. Spain’s Albert Ramos-Vinolas returns the ball to Italy’s Fabio Fognini at the Rio Open tennis tournament in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017.
SC to resume hearing on age criteria for NEET19 min ago
New Delhi [India], Feb. 23 : The Supreme Court, on Thursday, will resume the hearing on the age criteria for the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test , for various undergraduate courses. Earlier, a fresh petition was filed in the Court, alleging that NEET 2 was tougher than the earlier one and CBSE came out with a common result, without “normalisation” or “rationalisation” of marks, obtained by the medical aspirants in these two tests.
SC to hear plea seeking probe into Kalikho Pul suicide case19 min ago
New Delhi [India], Feb 23 : The Supreme Court, on Thursday, will hear the petition filed by Dangwimsai Pul, the first wife of former Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Kalikho Pul, seeking a direction for registration of an FIR and investigation into a suicide note, purportedly written by her husband, who allegedly committed suicide on August 9, last year. A bench of the apex court, headed by Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel and comprising Justice Uday Umesh Lalit likely to hear Dangwimsai’s plea today.
Saputo acquires remaining Warrnambool Cheese and Butter shares from Lion
It is the end of an era for Australian dairying, with Canadian-based Saputo taking over 100 per cent of Warrnambool Cheese and Butter . Lion dairy has sold its small stake in Australia’s oldest dairy, established in 1888, to the foreign-owned business.
SC to hear plea by environmentalist M.C. Mehta on air pollution19 min ago
New Delhi [India], Feb. 23 : The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear the plea, filed by noted environmentalist, M. C. Mehta, in air pollution case. On January 17, the top court had warned that the problem of air pollution was very serious and it is important to find a solution on the same, on an urgent basis.
Ghosn outlines Brexit, NAFTA uncertainties facing Renault-Nissan
Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn acknowledged that uncertainties surrounding Britain’s exit from the European Union and a possible renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement under President Donald Trump posed “risks” for Renault and its Japanese partner, Nissan, in 2017. The Nissan plant in Sunderland, England, became a political flash point last year ahead of the Brexit referendum after Ghosn warned that the company might halt investment there if a “leave” vote prevailed.
Ghosn outlines Brexit, NAFTA uncertainties facing Renault-Nissan
Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn acknowledged that uncertainties surrounding Britain’s exit from the European Union and a possible renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement under President Donald Trump posed “risks” for Renault and its Japanese partner, Nissan, in 2017. The Nissan plant in Sunderland, England, became a political flash point last year ahead of the Brexit referendum after Ghosn warned that the company might halt investment there if a “leave” vote prevailed.
Glad to buy Indian goods, services for more than USD1 m : Uganda President Yoweri Museveni1 hour ago
Kampala [Uganda], Feb 23 : Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, on Wednesday, while speaking on bilateral relations with India, in a business forum, expressed his satisfaction over importing Indian goods for more than one million US dollars. “It is true that bilateral relations are in favour of India now, and we are glad to buy goods and services for more than 1 million USD from India, while India will buy for more than 57 million USD from Uganda.
Prototype series launched in Australia
There will be a dedicated sports prototype series in Australia this year, with the introduction of the all-new Australian Prototype Series. The APS is based on the former Australian Sports Racer Series, and will cater for open-top and Le Mans-style racing cars.
Brazil’s foreign minister resigns due to medical reasons
In this July 25, 2016, file photo, the Foreign Minister of Brazil Jose Serra speaks during a joint press conference with his Mexican counterpart Claudia Ruiz Massieu in Mexico City. Serra has resigned from his post on Feb. 22, 2017, citing undisclosed medical reasons.
US senator revives bill cutting funds to PA over funding for terrorists
Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham will reintroduce legislation next week that would cut US funding to the Palestinian Authority if it continues to provide monetary support to the families of those who commit acts of terror against Israelis. The bill, known as the Taylor Force Act , was first introduced last year by Graham with former Indiana Republican Sen. Dan Coats and Missouri Republican Sen. Roy Blunt.
US senator revives bill cutting funds to PA over funding for terrorists
Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham will reintroduce legislation next week that would cut US funding to the Palestinian Authority if it continues to provide monetary support to the families of those who commit acts of terror against Israelis. The bill, known as the Taylor Force Act , was first introduced last year by Graham with former Indiana Republican Sen. Dan Coats and Missouri Republican Sen. Roy Blunt.
Australia shares hit by materials, Qantas up after results; NZ edge higher
Feb 23 Australian shares fell on Thursday, dragged by weakness in the materials sector with miner Rio Tinto tumbling after going ex-dividend, though rises in Qantas Airways and Casino operator Crown Resorts after their earnings contained losses. The S&P/ASX 200 index was down 0.4 percent, or 22.399 points, at 5,782.700 by 0044 GMT.
Australia shares hit by materials, Qantas up after results; NZ edge higher
Feb 23 Australian shares fell on Thursday, dragged by weakness in the materials sector with miner Rio Tinto tumbling after going ex-dividend, though rises in Qantas Airways and Casino operator Crown Resorts after their earnings contained losses. The S&P/ASX 200 index was down 0.4 percent, or 22.399 points, at 5,782.700 by 0044 GMT.
EVE Online Hunts for Real Planets
EVE Online players will soon be searching for actual exoplanets in addition to in game planets, though there probably won’t be any newbs to gank in the new endeavor. This is a second round of actual research that’s part of Project Discovery , which has already contributed to an atlas of human proteins.
EVE Online Hunts for Real Planets
EVE Online players will soon be searching for actual exoplanets in addition to in game planets, though there probably won’t be any newbs to gank in the new endeavor. This is a second round of actual research that’s part of Project Discovery , which has already contributed to an atlas of human proteins.
State Department sidelined in first month of Trump presidency
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrives in Mexico City on Feb 22. The visit is the second foreign trip of Tillerson’s tenure at the State Department. The Trump administration in its first month has largely benched the State Department from its long-standing role as the preA eminent voice of U.S. foreign policy, curtailing public engagement and official travel and relegating Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to a mostly offstage role.
State Department sidelined in first month of Trump presidency
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrives in Mexico City on Feb 22. The visit is the second foreign trip of Tillerson’s tenure at the State Department. The Trump administration in its first month has largely benched the State Department from its long-standing role as the preA eminent voice of U.S. foreign policy, curtailing public engagement and official travel and relegating Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to a mostly offstage role.
Princess Diana exhibit charts her life through fashion
An exhibition at Kensington Palace charts the life of Princess Diana through her changing style and iconic outfits, 20 years after the tragic car crash that killed her in Paris in 1997. – REUTERS
Princess Diana exhibit charts her life through fashion
An exhibition at Kensington Palace charts the life of Princess Diana through her changing style and iconic outfits, 20 years after the tragic car crash that killed her in Paris in 1997. – REUTERS
Watch This Guy Break The Record For Most Snaps In A Minute
Here’s some news that will make you say “Oh snap!” A student in Japan just broke the world record for most snaps in a minute on live television earlier this month, and the video is unbelievable. Satoyuki Fujimara managed to break the nearly decade-old most snaps in a minute record at the beginning of February during an appearance on the Japanese late-night variety show Tantei! Knight Scoop .
Watch This Guy Break The Record For Most Snaps In A Minute
Here’s some news that will make you say “Oh snap!” A student in Japan just broke the world record for most snaps in a minute on live television earlier this month, and the video is unbelievable. Satoyuki Fujimara managed to break the nearly decade-old most snaps in a minute record at the beginning of February during an appearance on the Japanese late-night variety show Tantei! Knight Scoop .
Exxon forced to make cuts to reported reserves
Reported oil and gas reserves at ExxonMobil dropped by 19 per cent last year as it revised away 3.5bn barrels of heavy bitumen at an oil sands project in Canada, the largest drop to be reported by one of the big international oil companies for at least a decade. In its 10-K annual report , filed to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday evening, Exxon said low oil and gas prices during 2016 meant that some of its assets no longer qualified as proved reserves.
In hot water: Climate change harms hot spots of ocean life
In this Aug. 27, 2015 file photo, a Penguin runs out of the ocean after swimming with other penguins at Boulders beach a popular tourist destination in Simon’s Town, South Africa. The six ocean hot spots that teem with the biggest mix of species are also among those getting hit hardest by global warming and industrial fishing, a new study finds.
Tauranga woman treated after dog attack
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, resulted in two dogs being impounded after dog control staff and police visited the scene. According to police, the incident occurred during a dispute between neighbours and resulted in one of them being treated at Tauranga Hospital and discharged.
Saputo poised to gain full control of Australia’s Warrnambool dairy
Canadian dairy giant Saputo Inc. is poised to gain full ownership of Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory Co. after Lion Dairy and Drinks accepted a sweetened offer to sell its minority stake in the Australian cheese and dairy producer.
Edmonton-based soldiers head to Poland for NATO mission
Members of the 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group prepare to depart for Poland as part of NATO’s Operation Reassurance. A group of Edmonton-based Canadian Army soldiers are about to take part in a NATO-led operation in Poland.
South Africa, Refugees, and Populism
Foreign men from Malawi queue to board buses from a camp for those affected by anti-immigrant violence in Chatsworth north of Durban, April 18, 2015. Rosettenville, a suburb of Johannesburg, was the site of the February 11-12 burning of buildings alleged to have been used by “prostitutes and drug dealers.”
Analysis: As China ups heat on NKorea, US faces questions
China’s surprising suspension of North Korean coal imports puts pressure not only on Pyongyang, but also on President Donald Trump. The question for him: Should the U.S. respond with new North Korea negotiations? Years of failed efforts to stem North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs have followed a usual pattern.
Budapest to withdraw bid to host 2024 Summer Olympics
President of the Hungarian Olympic Committee Zsolt Borkai addresses the General Assembly of the City of Budapest with Budapest Mayor Istvan Tarlos in the background in the town hall in Budapest, Hungary, Wednesday, Feb. 2… BUDAPEST, Hungary – Budapest will withdraw its bid to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, leaving only Los Angeles and Paris in the race. The joint decision by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Budapest Mayor Istvan Tarlos and the Hungarian Olympic Committee will be formally voted on by the Budapest City Assembly, where Orban’s governing Fidesz party has a comfortable majority.
Kauri Tree Sitter to Stand for The Greens
Michael Tavares, the 34 year old who occupied a threatened West Auckland kauri tree in March 2015 has put his name forward to be a candidate for the Green Party in this year’s election in the Auckland electorate of Northcote. A long term campaigner on environmental and social issues, and a party member of over 5 years, Michael will head to the Green Party’s conference this weekend, where members begin the process of forming their party List for the general election.
Russia creates propaganda force to wage information warfare…
The Russian Defense Ministry has formalized its information-warfare efforts with a dedicated propaganda division, Russian state-run media reported on Wednesday, the Associated Press notes. “Propaganda needs to be clever, smart and efficient,” said Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in reference to the new unit.
UN Syria envoy not expecting breakthrough at Geneva talks
Playing down expectations, the UN envoy for Syria said Wednesday he’s not expecting a breakthrough in the first UN-mediated peace talks between government representatives and the opposition in 10 months, rather hoping to build momentum toward peace after nearly six years of war. Staffan de Mistura spoke a day before convening the two sides amid a recent cease-fire that he said has largely held, and recent battlefield gains by President Bashar Assad’s forces.