MIAMI – Emilio and Gloria Estefan and other celebrities gathered to record a Spanish-language version of “We are the World” on Friday to raise money for Haiti earthquake victims. Emilio Estefan said he was talking with Quincy Jones about the importance of the Spanish market when the idea developed. “You know, Latinos always want to […]
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5 Signs You’re Headed Toward a Breakup
Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where the frustration level and the number of times you butt heads with each other seems to increase by the second? You say blue, she says red, and the fights just seem to be going in circles. If the answer is yes, then you may be at […]
What is a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
What is a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)? A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is a label that helps you identify genuine Microsoft software. A COA is not a software license – it is a visual identifier that assists in determining whether or not the Microsoft software you are running is genuine. However, without it, you will […]
Graduate Degrees With the Best Futures
In a tough job market, it makes sense to look for ways to set yourself apart from the competition. But is extra school the best — or most cost-effective — way to advance? This year, 26 percent of graduating seniors headed for a graduate or professional degree, up from 24 percent last year, according to […]
Best Places to Raise Your Kids: 2010
See which town ranked highest in BusinessWeek’s fourth annual survey of the Best Places to Raise Your Kids. Hint: It’s in Illinois You’d think that the character of a village that grew from 12,000 to 60,000 residents in less than 40 years might have changed with the population. But young families move into Tinley Park, […]
Hong Kong Newspapers
Asia Times Online newspaper that reports and examines geopolitical, political, economic and business issues from an Asian perspective. bc Magazine Hong Kong entertainment magazine. Computerworld Hong Kong IT insight for Hong Kong technology professionals. Geoexpat.com Expatriate website providing news, resources, forums, classifieds and jobs listings. Hong Kong Herald Online newspaper for Hong Kong, presenting local […]
Fla. lawyer charged
Fla. lawyer charged with $1B investment fraud FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – A once high-flying attorney who courted politicians and celebrities was arrested Tuesday on federal racketeering and fraud charges alleging he operated a $1 billion investment scheme involving phony legal settlements. Lawyer Scott Rothstein was led into the Miami FBI office in handcuffs following his […]
Bracing for Another Market Crash
Bracing for another market crash The markets have made quite a comeback this year. But is it too much too soon? NEW YORK (Money) — Question: I’m very worried that we may see another stock market correction. Since the market low of early March, my 401(k)’s value has risen 77%, which seems like an awfully […]