Diabetes - Hope For a Simple Breath Test

According to scientists, they say it may be possible to use a breath test to monitor blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Wouldn't that be great and so simple? US researchers have discovered people with type 1 diabetes exhale higher levels of methyl nitrates when their blood sugar levels are too high.There is a team from the University of Irvine in California that hope their work could replace the need for regular blood tests. You can see the study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Microsoft Bows to Pressure on XP

Microsoft has been forced to extend the shelf life of Windows XP by five months due to customer demand. They were scheduled to stop selling the six year old operating system on January 30, 2008 to leave the field clear for Vista. Now the date on which many sellers of XP can no longer be able to offer XP has been lengthened to June 30, 2008. They said the change was to help those customers that needed more time to make the switch to Vista. My brother's new computer came with Vista on it and he isn't happy with it. I've heard other complaints too.

Biofuel Trial Flight Set for 747

Air New Zealand says it plans to have the first test flight of a commercial airliner partially powered by biofuel. the 747 flight is one part of a deal signed by the airline, engine producer rolls-Royce and aircraft manufacturer Boeing to research "greener" flying. One of the four engines will run on a mixture of kerosene and a biofuel, and is set for late 2008 or early 2009. However, Virgin Atlantic is planning to beat Air New Zealand to the punch b having its own biofuel flight early next year.

Search Engine Marketing

In starting a business online, there are so many factors to consider. How am I going to get the people to my site? Shall I advertise on one of the big search engines or can I afford that. I am sure they would assign a specialist to me for my account and it would probably cost me more than I would make for a long time. There has got to be a better way. A friend told me about this online website search engine marketing that specializes in just what I need. They have specialists who will work to get links to my site that will help increase my business. But I asked him, what is this going to cost? And he said, it would be a very competitive cost but I would get much more service from them as the would treat me with the same level of experience and expertise that they give to their large clients. I got right on line and sure enough, this is the company for me.

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UN Chief Calls For Global Action

UN chief, Ban Ki-Moon has told global leaders the world faces daunting challenges from tackling climate change to ending conflict in Darfur. He said at the opening of the UN general assembly, that the world body needs to adapt and focus not on rhetoric but on results. President Bush used his 15 minutes at the podium to highlight human rights violations, naming Belarus, North Korea, Syria and Iran. The French president said a nuclear Iran could destabilize world security. Nicholas Sarkoz said that Iran has the right to have nuclear energy but allowing them to have nuclear weapons would mean an unacceptable risk for regional and world stability.

Holocaust Survivor Lived by Nazi

A man who survived the horrors of the Auschwitz concentration camp, ended up living next door to a former Nazi camp guard in Arizona. He said when martin Hartmann moved into the retirement complex four years ago, he noticed a picture of his neighbor in an SS uniform on the wall. He was shocked but he never reported the incident. What he didn't know, however, was that investigators from the justice department were on Mr. Hartmann's trail and this week the US expelled him. Now 88 years old, he was forced to move back to Germany last month and stripped of his US citizenship.

The Sun

The sun this time of the year is just right about 6:30 or 7 PM to totally blind you. It doesn't matter how good your sun glasses are, it seems to go right through them. It is a dangerous time of night for people to be out walking or riding bikes as drivers are so blinded by the sun. It seems like people are killed almost every year because of it but there is nothing you can do but be extra careful.

New Computer Program

I am trying to install a new computer program on my computer and it isn't going very well. I think it will be great once I get it done right. I will keep trying, no matter what until it is working. I am anxious to have one that runs faster and sure hope this will do it. I am getting tired of waiting and waiting on this one.

Fat Camp

Everyone seems to be concerned today about their weight in regard to their heart health and health in general. If you, a member of your family, friends or relatives have gained more weight than they should have, then fat camp is the place to look into. They have a great weight loss summer camp for anyone from 8 to adult. It is especially important to help overweight children lose that weight and renew their self-esteem. They are the parents of the future and if they don't learn now that proper meals and fitness go together to make healthy adults, then how will they take care of their families when they grow up and marry? This camp has camps for both boys and separate camps for girls. Check into this website for lots more information.

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Air Conditioning

Thank God for air conditioning. It was cool this morning and we opened all the windows and enjoyed the fresh air. Holly always goes to the window and sniffs the fresh air. It is funny to watch her. But by tonight it is over 80 and getting miserable so we closed up everything again and have the air conditioning running and it feels so good. I am sure glad someone invented it. Years ago, we just sweat it out. It's a wonder we ever got to sleep at night.

Pope Benedict XVI Refuses Meeting With Rice

Condoleeza Rice asked to talk with Pope Benedict XVI. However, her recent request was turned down. She wanted to discuss the Middle East and Iraq. The Pope refused a request for an audience during the August holidays. The Pope does not normally receive politicians on his annual holiday at the residence near Rome. But one leading Italian newspaper said it was an evident snub by the Vatican towards the Bush administration.

Cellular Sales

Usually when you go out to buy a new cell phone, you go back to the same dealer you had before. Either that, or you decide to try someone new that a friend highly recommended. In either case, I usually end up with a new phone and a booklet telling me how to operate it and I can't figure out most of it for the life of me. I have found this online website cellular sales that not only specializes in cellular phone sales,but now they are offering free expert delivery of Verizon Wireless Products. What I really like about it is that I can shop on the internet for my new phone and then they offer the services of a local mobile expert. This person will deliver the phone at the same time you sign the contract and then he/she will teach me how to use the phone. Now that speaks loudly to me because I always need a lot of help with a new phone. My kids usually have to teach me and they aren't always around when I need them most. I think this is a great service and I believe this website will be my next choice to buy my new phone.

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C S I and ER

These are two of my favorite programs. I just love to follow alone with the CSI people as they figure out the case. My husband thinks it gets to gory sometimes but I don't mine that. I think I would have enjoyed being a surgical nurse in another lifetime if I had the chance when I was young to go to college. Although at that time, I didn't think about being a nurse. I love to follow any medical shows too and ER is my favorite.

It's Raining, It's Pouring

Wow! It is really raining hard. Holly has been glued to my side ever since it started. It is a more quiet rain though without all the thunder and lightning but she still gets scared. I think what scares her is the rain hitting the windows so hard. I bet the farmers hate it though as harvesting has been in full swing and the corn was not quite dry enough yet to harvest.

Foot Care Product

You know as well as I do that a new pair of shoes often means blisters. There is nothing so sore and irritating as a blister. It is very painful to walk or do anything. When your feet hurt, you hurt all over it seems. Now there is a new Foot Care Product on the market that not only will help blisters heal but can even prevent them from becoming blisters.This online website has announced its new ENGO patches and have been given awards for them. They can prevent blisters by preventing the friction from rising to blister levels. They are long lasting and proven up to 4 to 6 weeks. Just peel, apply and go and they are guaranteed. So if you are breaking in new footwear, get some ENGO patches first, before those blisters start and you will really be happy you did. Many have said that they are amazing and work so well. Try them yourself and see.

Grocery Shopping

It won't be long and it will be time to go grocery shopping again. I bought so much stuff before I had my hand surgery that we are still using it up. You always have to buy fresh meat though, milk and eggs and bread. It seems that is never ending. But I have cut back a lot on my trips to the store since gas has gone so high. The car gets a rest too that way. My hand is doing very well and soon I will be able to carry a gallon of milk with it again.

Lawns

Our lawn just dried up and looked like it died for about 6 weeks. It was the color and texture of straw and we thought sure it was done for. But after 6 weeks of drought, we finally got some rain and it began to turn green in spots. It took quite a few rains, but now it is back to normal and growing so fast you have to mow quite often again. My husband loves a beautiful lawn.

Magician Long Island

This man is one of the greatest magicians around the United States. He graduated from Villanova University and the Mystery School. He headlines fundraisers and benefits for all kinds of charities, as well as appearing for corporate events. His "Magic Beyond Imagination" promises to thrill any audience. ou can check into his website magician Long island and see for yourself. He does all the ordinary feats of magic, along with sawing a person in half and reading minds. But he astounds audiences when he makes the guest of honor appear in a puff of smoke. I always like it when they pull the rabbit out of the hat and then show you that it is a real rabbit. He has a very versatile amount of varying routines such as great comedy and story telling with positive themes. He says he mostly enjoys the look of wonder on people's faces and their laughs at his humor. That makes it all worthwhile. If you are looking for someone to entertain a large group or would like to attend his shows, you won't be disappointed as he does an excellent job of illusions and much much more.

The Insurance Adjuster

The insurance adjuster came yesterday and measured our back bumper on the car to see just where it was hit by the transit bus in town. The bus didn't show any damage but we have a witness who saw it. It didn't tear the bumper at least but just gouged some of the paint off it. We are to take it in Thursday to see how much it will cost and how long it will take. We'll have a rental car in the meantime. The insurance has taken good care of us. The car was parked and the bus didn't stop after he hit it. He said he didn't even know he hit it.

It's Raining

It's raining and my husband has a doctor's appointment this morning. He says he is going to have to run between the rain drops to get there. They said it would rain this afternoon but it is a little earlier. It is a very gray day after all the sunshine we have had. The air conditioner is running already this morning as the air seemed to be kind of muggy and stale this morning.

Online University

There are a lot of professional people who are unable to get away from work to get or finish their degrees. Some of those, especially, are fire fighters, police or military. But there are many others with demanding jobs that just don't allow them to take the time off to get their degree or go to a college to complete their degree. That is why it is so essential to be able to go to an online university to complete their studies. They can do this in the privacy of their own homes and at their own schedules. This online university offers degrees in a variety of fields from business administration to occupational safety and health. They have a great deal more to offer so the best thing to do is get online and check them out and get the information you specifically need to get the degree you need or desire.

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Heritage Farms

The founder of Winnebago Industries, John K Hanson, now deceased, had a dream to have a Heritage Farm. While he was still alive, they moved his boyhood farm onto this land and began to add old school houses, churches and a museum. The have added much more and have steam engines and at different times of the year the open it up especially for certain things such as running the steam engines and other old machinery and performing the normal farming harvest with these old machines. It is very interesting.

Vineyards

Vineyards seem to be popping up everywhere in this area. We never used to have State wines as far as I know. Now there are more and more vineyards turning out all kinds of wine in our state. I know one man not too far from here who has started his own vineyard and I guess he is doing quite well with it. I knew we could grow grapes but didn't know they did that well in this state.

Restaurant Supplies

It is a real big job getting a restaurant going and keeping it going. You need a large inventory and have to keep up with it or you will go broke. It would be a good idea to check out Restaurant Supplies to see all they have to offer you. They stock thousands of supplies and restaurant equipment in their warehouse so you can get them as quick as you need them. Besides that, they have the buying power to drop-ship thousands of products they don't normally carry and they can do it at competitive prices. That is what you need to keep your budget balanced and keep your overhead down as much as possible. You have enough to worry about hiring new help as there seems to be a large turnover in restaurants. And if you don't keep your restaurant equipped and have all the needed supplies on hand to turn out good food, then you are in trouble. Customers do not return if they aren't satisfied. So check out this site because they can be of great assistance to you to keep things running smoothly.

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Classic Cars

Do you like classic cars? They are always fun to look over. The owners keep them so spotless and shining. We used to drive a classic car and didn't know it. I wish we had it now. It would be a lot of fun to drive around in it. The owner of the local Pizza Ranch has started up a monthly classic car show in our town on main street. It is fun to stop and go through them and see if you can guess how old they are. I didn't know so many people around here owned classic cars.

Sunflowers

My brother and sister-in-law have been traveling out west. They went through Nebraska and then Colorado and said they saw huge fields of sunflowers. It was just gorgeous there. We are thinking they probably raise them for the sunflower seeds everyone loves to eat roasted and salted. What do you think? They went up quite high in the mountains too and the air got so thin they had a bit of a problem breathing while hiking since the air is thin of oxygen up there. You have to take it easy.

Riviera Maya Resorts

This is a little bit of heaven on earth. White sand beaches, wonderful food, elite service, luxurious accomodations, entertainment, what more could you ask for? Well their resorts furnish lots more. What does KARISMA mean to you? On the Mexican Riviera Maya it means divine treatment from your room to the food and total relaxation on your vacation. KARISMA has five signature resorts to meet every need, whether it be adults only or a family vacation. Gourmet-Inclusive is not just food, it is an experience for your senses. They provide a lot of extra special touches to the food and drinks so that you will say "wow! what a delight". Look into Riviera Maya Resorts and see all they have to offer you. You can't describe it all here but it is wonderful and you will want to return again and again.

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Chinese Woman Has Needle Ordeal

Doctors in China have discovered 25 sewing needles embedded in the body of a 31 year old woman. They think they were inserted into Luo Cuifen's body when she was a baby by grandparents upset she was not a boy. Some of these needles have penetrated vital organs, such as the lungs, liver and kidneys. One has even broken into three pieces in the woman's brain.

Pakistan Airports on High Alerts

With the threat of a terror attack imminent, officials say Pakistan's airports have been placed on highest alert. The government has also banned gatherings of five or more people near Rawalpindi's international airport. The moves come days before exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, who has a residence there, is expected to return to the country.

Weight Loss Surgery

Until now there hasn't been a solution for excessively overweight people. I know many of them have tried ever diet in the book without any results. What they need is an experienced bariatric surgeon with a team of healthcare professionals. This weight loss surgery website is the place to look into for a safe and less invasive surgical procedure. The LAP-BAND System is the key to losing all that excess weight. It's not only adjustable but can be reversible if the need arises.This is so much safer because there is no need to cut or staple. Some of the weight loss surgeries involve re-routing the intestines or stomach but this does not do that. The lower the risk of the surgery, the less chance of problems later on. This company's surgical facilities have the most highly skilled laparascopic surgeons and their facilities are the most experienced in the nation. Very overweight patients have both physical and emotional needs that a slim person doesn't have. Therefore, their staff is well trained to care for all the needs of the patients.

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New Rocket Crash Alarms Kazakhs

Investigators in Kazakhstan have found a huge crater and debris from a Russian rocket which crashed in unpopulated countryside. The Proton-M rocket was carrying a Japanese communications satellite. Fragments weighing up to 880 lbs and a crater 49 yards wide were found in a cattle grazing area near the city of DZhezkazgan. Further Proton launches have been suspended. The rocket was carrying highly toxic fuel when it crashed.

The Van Ride

We rode with my brother in his van today about 50 miles. It rides very well and comfortable He is a good driver as he has driven semi all his life. He is going to help with the harvest again this year. The drivers are going to roll the tarp for him so he doesn't have to get out of the semi once he is in it. They really like him because they can always depend on him to be there and be there early. And he will work any hours. That is something a lot of guys don't want to do. His friend brought a little stool so I could get into the van easier because I am very short. That was really nice.

Multivend

Everyone would like to be their own boss. Now days, many people work out of their own homes, keep their own hours and are their own boss. That is every person's dream especially if they have a ornery boss to work for. And there are plenty of those around, so why not look into multivend and get your own business going as quickly as possible. This company started in 1990 and they know their business. They have gone worldwide now and have over 9,000 members that are happily running their own businesses and making good money. One thing about vending machines is that is a 100% cash business with up to an 80% profit margin. I think this sounds great to me and I am going to look into it because I am tired of punching a time clock and this will give me financial freedom as well. If you have a dream of becoming your own boss and owning your own business, contact them now and get setup with your own business.

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Baby Shower

I went to a Baby Shower Sunday for the sweetest girl. She is having a baby boy in 4 weeks. It is amazing how many new things they have now for babies. She got such a variety of great gifts, clothes, wash cloths, blankets, a beautiful quilt and to top it off a baby stroller or buggy, that the top came off and was a baby car seat. They didn't have anything like that when I had all my babies. It's really something. A wonderful present.

Deadly Bomb Rocks Algerian Base

At least 25 people have been killed and some 60 injured in a car bomb attack on an Algerian naval barracks in Dellys, 62 miles east of Algiers.The victims were coast guard officials, hospital officials said. They warned the number of the dead could rise. It comes just two days after a suicide bomber killed at least 19 people in Batna in a crowd awaiting a visit by President Bouteflika.

Pope Says Mass at Austrian Shrine

Pope Benedict XVI has visited a famous shrine to the Virgin Mary on the second day of a three day visit to Austria. Over 30,000 people endured drizzling rain in the Alpine village of Mariazell as the Pope celebrated Mass outside. The Pontiff praised the shrine, now celebrating its 850th year, as a symbol of openness and togetherness that transcends national frontiers.

President Bush Pushed On Korea Peace Treaty

President Bush has said a peace treaty with North Korea can be achieved once Pyongyang ends its nuclear weapons program. During an odd exchange with his South Korean counterpart, he restated his position. The South Korean asked him to be clearer on the issue. President Bush singled out Burma for criticism earlier, when he called for the strengthening of democracy across Asia.

Florida Holiday Villa

If you live in the UK and are planning to go to Florida on holiday, you will want to be sure to get the best villa available for the money. This website Florida Holiday Villa has its head office in the UK but they opened an office in Florida in l986 near Disney. Many UK visitors often got to Florida and their accommodations were nothing like they expected and they were disappointed. Most UK visitors are not aware of how cheap it is to rent a villa for their entire party because they book a package. So many travel agents think airline tickets first and then accommodations. Here at this website you can see many pictures of each unit, floor plans and all the amenities. You are able to choose a beautiful villa that will please you and your family and be located near to the theme parks or golf courses or beach. Whatever you are most interested in doing while in Florida. Look up their site and sit back and look at all the villas and photos and make your vacation a great success from the moment you land.

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BBC Switches Off Climate Special

The BBC has scrapped plans for Planet Relief, a TV special on climate change. The decision comes after executives said it was not the BBC's job to lead opinion on climate change. The show would have involved viewers in a mass "switch-off" to save energy. The BBC said it cut the special because audiences prefer factual output on climate change. Environmentalists slammed the decision as cowardice.

South African Pupils Burn "Witches" to Death

Two South African women have been burned to death after a group of students accused them of bewitching their high school with evil spirits. The two were both 60 years of age and were seized from their homes near Manguzi in KwaZulu-Natal province. Students and adults dragged them to a sports field where they were doused with gasoline and set on fire. The school pupils accused the women of being witches after they began to suffer strange crying fits.

Online Education

Whether you are looking to finish high school or get your online college degree, it would help a lot if you knew just what the various colleges and high schools have to offer you. This online website online education is just what you are looking for. They have a great listing of both high schools and colleges and you can study at home and get your diploma or degree at your convenience. There is a great choice of schools too that offer various programs that you may be looking for. They represent 9,230 online degrees and professional certificate programs for over 1,355 schools. They make sure all the schools they represent are reputable and they review accreditations in-house so that you will have the best choices of schools. They also have vocational schools in their listings and you can be sure they are fine schools if they have them listed.

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China Says Military Didn't Hack into Pentagon

On Tuesday, China denied a report that its military had hacked into Pentagon computers, saying the allegations were groundless and that Beijing was opposed to cybercrime. The Financial Times, citing unnamed officials, reported that the People's Liberation Army hacked into a computer system in the office of Defense Secretary Robert Gates in June. The attack forced officials to take down the network for more than a week.

US B-52 in Nuclear Cargo Blunder

The US Air Force has launched an investigation after a B-52 bomber flew across the US last week mistakenly loaded with nuclear-armed missiles. It follows reports in the Army Times that five missiles were unaccounted for during the three hour flight from North Dakota to Louisiana. The air force said the cruise missiles were safe at all times. Army Times said the missiles were to be decommissioned but were mistakenly mounted on the bomber's wings.

Lawmakers Return to Face Iraq and Mortgage Issues

Members of Congress, like many schoolchildren, were back at their desks after a summer break. Unlike the students, however, lawmakers will immediately face major tests on Iraq, children's health care, a home mortgage crisis and the budget. Minutes after Senate session opened, several dozen anti-war protesters were escorted by police from the spectators' gallery after standing silently as Majority Leader Harry Reid brought up the subject of Iraq.

Henin Tops Williams

Maybe Serena Williams isn't as healthy as she thought. Maybe she wasn't as match-tested as she really needed to be. One thing for sure. When it comes to playing Justine Henin at Grand Slams this year, Williams has been over-matched every time. Finding all the right angles and hanging tough on long rallies, Henin beat Williams 7-6 (3), 6-1 Tuesday night to reach the U.S. Open semifinals. They have met in the quarterfinals at three consecutive majors and Henin is 3-0.

Vast Ice Island Trapped in Arctic

An island of ice the size of Manhattan has drifted into a remote channel and jammed itself in. The Ayles Ice Island changed the Arctic map by breaking free from the Canadian coast two years ago. Scientists have been tracking the progress of this monster iceberg and fears that it could edge west towards oil and gas installations off Alaska. The creation of the island is seen by many scientists as a key indicator of the rapid warming of the Arctic.

Compare Cash Back Credit Cards

With interest going up almost every day on credit cards, I have begun searching for a new one that will give me the most benefits. Mine has just gone from a fixed rate to a variable rate and I don't always get the full amount paid each month. So I don't want to be stuck some months with a high rate of interest on my unpaid balance. I have found a great credit card site Compare Cash Back Credit Cards that has the best selection of credit cards around. I decided I would be better off with one that gave me cash back so I started searching their site. I found quite a few that would reward me with anywhere from 3% to 5% plus some even give you zero interest APR for 6 months. How can you lose with that kind of a deal? Many do not have an annual fee either and that is the kind I want. Check into their site for yourself. Maybe the card you are carrying isn't the best one either.

South Korea Denies Hostage Payments

South Korea has denied rumors it paid a multi-million dollar ransom for the release of 19 hostages in Afghanistan. A presidential spokesman rejected claims by some Afghan officials that a secret financial deal had been reached. Seoul has said it agreed to pull its troops from Afghanistan by the end of the year, and stop any more Christian missionaries travelling to Afghanistan.

Pope Leads Eco-friendly Festival

The Catholic Church has declared Sunday "Save Creation Day" as Pope Benedict joined about 300,000 young Roman Catholics for an eco-friendly festival. The youth festival is being held at the shrine of Loreto, in Italy. In his main homily, the Pope urged young Catholics to take better care of the planet and called for "courageous decisions" to safeguard creation.

Options Trading Software

Learning how and when to trade your stocks is one of the most difficult things you can do today. The stock market is jumping around like a Mexican jumping bean with its ups and downs and downs and ups. What is a person to do if they don't have a lot of experience in such matters? The answer lies in this online website options trading software which is here to provide you with the necessary tools to make an intelligent trade or choice of buying stock in the privacy of your home. You can find and company 2,900 optionable stocks and l90,000 options online. With this help you should be able to find the investments that will meet your goals. They give you full access for a 14 day free trial, no credit card required. Check into their website for lots more information.

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Anti-Hamas Rallies Staged in Gaza

Thousands of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are taking part in protests against the territory's Hamas rulers, despite a ban on public gatherings. Prayers were organized which turned into marches through main towns. Some people were injured in clashes. Protesters accuse the Islamist Hamas of violating civil liberties and using mosques to spread political propaganda.

Sweden Regrets Prophet Cartoon

Sweden's embassy in Pakistan has expressed regret over the publication of a cartoon depicting the Prophet Muhammad in a Swedish newspaper. Pakistan has complained about the cartoon, which depicted the head of the Prophet on the body of a dog. Sweden's government said it regretted any hurt, but could not apologize as it was not responsible for the drawing and could not prevent its publication.

Kango Family Vacations

You know as well as I do that there are almost too many websites showing you places to go and where to stay and how to get there. Now there is a new website Kango Family Vacations that has gone a step farther. They have gathered all kinds of recommendations for travel planning. They are launching a private Beta in the fall of 2007 and they would like to invite you to join the private Beta waiting list for Kango.com. They would like you to sign up especially if you are interested in a service such as this or in discussing how to create a great site for vacation planning. It would really help us all if we could go in and see the recommendations of people who have been to the various vacation places and you would be able to tell whether it is family friendly, or more of a honeymoon place and also the best things to see and do. What a big help this would be. I think they really have a good thing going here that is going to help everyone.

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Storm Felix Grows over the Caribbean

Caribbean hurricane Felix has strengthened to a Category Four storm but has reportedly spared Netherlands Antillies islands serious damage. With winds up to 125 mph, Felix forced residents and tourists on several Dutch Islands to take shelter. Felix - the sixth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season - ruined orchards and demolished a concert venue when it hit Grenada on Saturday. Meanwhile, a tropical storm has caused fatal landslides in Mexico.

Iraqi Government Appeals For Calm

The Iraqi government has called on other militant groups to follow the examples of Moqtada Sadr's Mehdi Army militia and freeze their activities. In a statement, the office of the Prime Minister, welcomed Mr. Sadr's order to stop armed action for a maximum period of six months. Officials appealed to all armed groups. both Sunni and Shia, saying it was a good opportunity to halt attacks.