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Switch to weekly ‘saved paper’ says Northcliffe editor Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:21AMThe editor of the Bath Chronicle has said his newspaper would have gone out of business had it not made the switch from daily to weekly. In a magazine interview published online today, Sam Holliday said the change of frequency in 2007 had “saved the paper.”
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Israeli Attacks on Gaza Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:01AMRAMALLAH, July 18, 2011 (WAFA) – The three Arabic dailies focused Monday on the escalated and continuous Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip.
Let’s go easy on each other Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:40PMMalaysians must realise that they are living in a successful country, and appreciate the things achieved so far.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspaper Review: Dailies Focus on Marches in Jerusalem, Damascus Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 5:31AMRAMALLAH, July 16, 2011 (WAFA) – The three Arabic dailies focused Saturday on the “Independence March” in Jerusalem held on Friday and the death of 32 Syrians in a million march across Syria.
Postmedia reports small loss, increased digital revenues Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:15PMPostmedia Network Canada Corp. reported a modest loss in the latest quarter, but the media company said it made progress in growing both digital ad revenues and readership
Mamata Banerjee, the leading lady of Bengali jatra Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:12AMBy Anurag Dey, Kolkata, July 10 : Her life story doesn't lack drama, and now it's feeding the Jatra folk theatre form of Bengal known for its dramatic, over-the-top performances. Even plays unrelated to the firebrand Mamata Banerjee are making sure they cash in on her brand name.
New Republic: Loving To Loathe British Libel Law Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:04AMBritain's famous weekly, News of the World, is done and over with following the public's realization that the organization has been hacking phones illegally for news stories. Bradford Plumer of The New Republic wonders if Britain's strict press laws are encouraging the misbehavior. read more
Anshu Jain in Deutsche Bank's succession race after Axel Weber moves to UBS Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:59AMDeutsche Bank will have to focus on internal candidates to take over as its next chief executive after former Bundesbank head Weber last week spurned the role to become chairman-designate at UBS.
Anshu Jain in Deutsche Bank's succession race after Axel Webermove to UBS Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 9:14PMDeutsche Bank will have to focus on internal candidates to take over as its next chief executive after former Bundesbank head Weber last week spurned the role to become chairman-designate at UBS.
Deutsche Bank accelerates succession talks - sources Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:28AMBy Philipp Halstrick and Edward Taylor
Will India warm up to Hip Street's cool gear? Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 5:24AMMarkham-based digital goods maker Hip Street tries to crack India's complex, chaotic retail environment
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Financial Crisis, Arrival of Activists in ... Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:31AMRAMALLAH, July 7, 2011 (WAFA) – Prime Minister Salam Fayyad’s radio talk on the financial crisis, which forced the government to pay only half of the June salaries to its employees, as well as the expected arrival of hundreds of international activists at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel late Thursday and Friday was the main focus of the three local Arabic dailies.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: New Settlement Units in East Jerusalem, Release of ... Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:46AMRAMALLAH, July 5, 2011 (WAFA) – Israel’s decision to build 900 new settlement units in East Jerusalem and to release the remains of 84 Palestinians were the focus of Tuesday’s Arabic dailies.
Postmedia Network opens new era for newspaper chain Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 2:08AMCanada's largest big-city newspaper chain is under new ownership and management, and headed in a new direction.
Damage control: Bangladesh ties exceptional, says India Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 12:29PMNew Delhi, July 2 : In a damage control exercise triggered by the prime minister's off-the-record remark to select editors about Bangladesh, the Indian government Saturday underlined its commitment to developing ties with Dhaka and said it will be in focus when external affairs minister visits Dhaka next week.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Greece and the Flotilla, US Document on Negotiations Top ... Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 4:01AMRAMALLAH, July 2, 2011 (WAFA) – The three Arabic dailies focused Saturday on a decision by Greece to ban Freedom Flotilla II from setting sail to the Gaza Strip and a secret US document to resume direct negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis based on President Barack Obama’s speech.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Palestinian Leadership Meeting Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 4:16AMRAMALLAH, June 27, 2011 (WAFA) – The three Arabic dailies Monday focused on the Palestinian leadership meeting, headed by President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah on Sunday.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Different Subjects Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 5:46AMRAMALLAH, June 26, 2011 (WAFA) – Sunday’s Arabic dailies focused on various issues, the common of which was the departure of a French ship participating in the Freedom Flotilla II heading to break the blockade on the Gaza Strip.
Nigeria: INEC and Adamawa North Senatorial Poll Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 9:25AMThe recent statement on "Adamawa North Senatorial poll inconclusive" credited to the state's Resident Electoral Commissioner Kassim Geidam, made headlines on the political pages of several national dailies.
Nigeria: The Media And National Security Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 3:26AMOne of the criticisms levelled against the press in Nigeria is its practitioners' irresponsible, reckless, and sensational nature of reporting. However, one fundamental issue that cannot be denied is the role the press has played in Nigeria's political history.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Focus on Abbas, Meshal Visit to Turkey Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 5:46AMRAMALLAH, June 23, 2011 (WAFA) - The three local Arabic dailies Thursday focused mainly on the visit of President Mahmoud Abbas and Chairman of Hamas Political Bureau Khaled Meshal to Turkey.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Fayyad’s Stance Regarding Nomination Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 3:46AMRAMALLAH, June 22, 2011 (WAFA) – Wednesday’s three Arabic dailies focused on Prime Minister Salam Fayyad’s press conference Tuesday where he stressed that he will not be an obstacle in the way of the new government.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Abbas’ Declaration of Fayyad for Prime ... Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 4:31AMRAMALLAH, June 21, 2011 (WAFA) - The three Arabic dailies focused Tuesday on President Mahmoud Abbas’ declaration of Salam Fayyad as prime minister of the next Palestinian government.
Hipstreet To Hit India Market On June 22 Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 3:04AMCRN Exclusive To release three-four SKUs in each product category; to sell accessories for the new iPad and iPhone
Koster announces plans to run for Rep. Larsen’s seat Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 8:05PMArlington Republican John Koster announced Monday that he plans to run for the 2nd Congressional District seat in the 2012 election. The incumbent, U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen, is now in his sixth…
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Abbas, Mashal Meeting Delay Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 4:46AMRAMALLAH, June 20, 2011 (WAFA) – Monday’s Arabic dailies focused on two prime issues: the delay in the anticipated meeting between President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas leader Khaled Mashal and the Israeli expansion of 2000 housing units in East Jerusalem.
Flipping for Berry Dairy Days Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 8:11AMIn Burlington Saturday you could nosh on strawberry shortcake in Maiben Park served up at the Burlington Chamber of Commerce booth in the Canton parking lot on Fairhaven Avenue. During the…
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Abbas, Mladenov Meeting Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 4:16AMRAMALLAH, June 19, 2011 (WAFA) – Sunday’s front pages of al-Ayyam, al-Hayat al-Jadida and al-Quds dailies focused on President Mahmoud Abbas’ meeting with Nikolay Mladenov, the Bulgarian minister of foreign affairs.
Exclusive: Mark Verheiden Talks Falling Skies Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 1:13AMThe wait is nearly over as, this Sunday, TNT offers up the two-hour premiere of "Falling Skies", a new sci-fi series from creators Steven Spielberg and Robert Rodat. Set six months after an alien invasion that has wiped out the majority of Earth's population, the series stars Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood and Will Patton as members of the Second Mass, a band of New England-based resistance fighters ...
L&I investigating farm accident Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 2:40PMCONWAY — The state Department of Labor & Industries is continuing to investigate a farm accident that injured eight workers last month. The workers are recovering from the accident,…
The slow death of Fairfax Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 4:03PMI’m not gloating at all. Indeed, it’s a tragedy… Terry McCrann:
4 plead not guilty in Mt. Vernon murder case Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 1:41PMThe four people accused of murder for last month’s slaying of a Bellingham man in Mount Vernon pleaded not guilty to their charges Thursday during their arraignment in Skagit County Superior Court.…
Cars set on fire in Vancouver following Stanley Cup finals loss Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 12:21AMVANCOUVER, British Columbia — Parked cars and garbage cans were set on fire, cars were tipped over and people threw beer bottles at giant television screens following the Vancouver Canucks’…
Anacortes Police Blotter, June 15, 2011 Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 4:07PMA 32-year-old Anacortes man and his 23-year-old girlfriend were arrested for investigation of reckless endangerment after neighbors complained the couple’s 4-year-old son was often left alone…
PSE requests rate increases Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 2:25PMPuget Sound Energy has asked state regulators to approve increases to its electric and natural gas rates for 2012. The request includes an 8 percent increase in electric rates, which would…
Program to treat DV offenders shows early promise Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 2:10PMDomestic violence is the most frequently reported violent crime in Skagit County, according to law enforcement statistics. More than 2,500 calls to 911 were labeled as a domestic dispute in…
Dance Works presents ballet to hip-hop concert Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 1:37PMClassical ballet lovers will enjoy the elegant Act II of “Swan Lake” and families will get a kick out of “On the Boards” at Fidalgo DanceWorks’ annual June Dance Concert,…
Residents invited to comment on Envision Skagit ideas Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 9:11AMCommunity leaders have reacted with a mix of skepticism and support to recommendations for how to guide Skagit County’s growth over the next 50 years. As for the suggestion of the Envision…
Local school, county district boundaries to be redrawn Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 8:40AMThe Washington State Redistricting Commission will redraw boundaries for U.S. House of Representatives and state legislative districts. Commissioner Ken Dahlstedt says he is urging Skagit County…
101 drivers didn’t click it, so they got tickets Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 8:11AMMore than 200 motorists were cited for driving violations in Skagit County during a special nighttime seat belt patrol that began last month. That’s about 40 more tickets than during the same…
Skagit Valley Herald’s Boys’ Athletes of the Year: Jackson Kirkpatrick Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 8:07AMMOUNT VERNON — Anacortes’ Jackson Kirkpatrick had quite a senior year on the football field, basketball court and baseball diamond. And for his outstanding efforts, the senior has…
Letters to the Editor, June 12, 2011 Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 10:07AMCan’t beat jihadists being civil Mr. Pellett (Letters to the Editor, June 4) values rules, laws, and United Nations proclamations. Many like him do not appear to have given a lot…
Canines and their humans show off at Bark in the Park Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 8:07AMThey jumped, they raced and they rolled in the grass beneath the sun Saturday at Storvik Park. They also stopped and sniffed. The park was overrun with pooches of all shapes and sizes for the…
Skagit Valley Herald Softball Player of the Year: Madison Bundy Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 8:03AMANACORTES — Shortstop Madison Bundy got to experience the highs and lows that softball can offer last month at the Class 2A state tournament — sometimes within hours of each other. …
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Fatah Central Committee Meeting Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 4:33AMRAMALLAH, June 12, 2011 (WAFA) – Sunday’s Arab newspapers focused on the outcomes of the Fatah Central Committee meeting, as well as White House anticipation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s approval of the peace plan of US President Barak Obama.
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Different Subjects Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 4:02AMRAMALLAH, June 11, 2011 (WAFA) – The main focus of Saturday’s three local Arabic papers was the situation in Syria, President Mahmoud Abbas’ meeting with a delegation of the Socialist International and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad’s call on public sector doctors who resigned to resume work.
News-Post names a new publisher Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 1:06AMNews-Post names new publisher
Palestine News & Info Agency - WAFA - Newspapers Review: Dailies Focus on Arson of Mosque in West Bank Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 4:17AMRAMALLAH, June 8, 2011 (WAFA) – The local Arabic dailies focused Wednesday on two prime issues: Israeli settlers’ attack against a mosque in the West Bank village of Mughayyir, and US and Germany’s demand on Palestinians not to seek in September United Nations recognition of a state within 1967 borders.
Japan's PM survives no-confidence vote Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:59PMJapan's Prime Minister Naoto Kan this afternoon survived a no-confidence vote, after pledging to step down once the country's post-tsunami nuclear crisis is over.
36 intl groups call for justice in Maguindanao massacre trial Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:39PMThirty-six international groups this week called for freedom of expression and justice in the ongoing trial of the suspects in the 2009 Maguindanao massacre.