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1. NetEase 2Q revenues beat Street; earnings miss (AP)
AP - Chinese online game service provider NetEase.com Inc. said Wednesday that its net profit grew in the second quarter, thanks to new games and the operation of Activision Blizzard Inc.'s "World of Warcraft."
News updated: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:59:00 GMT

2. Federer coy about viral "William Tell" video (Reuters)
Reuters - A grinning Roger Federer evaded questions on Thursday about an online video where he appears to perform a 'William Tell' trick by hitting a can off the head of a man with his powerful serve.
News updated: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 01:53:41 GMT

3. More tests, preparation ahead of final BP well kill
HOUSTON (Reuters) - BP Plc has more testing ahead before it can finally kill its ruptured Gulf of Mexico oil well, the top official overseeing the spill response said on Wednesday.

News updated: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:57:38 -0400

4. SEC charges New Jersey with securities fraud
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. regulators said on Wednesday they charged New Jersey with securities fraud for not disclosing to municipal bond investors that it was underfunding its pensions.

News updated: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:54:13 -0400

5. GM files for IPO and plans dual listing
NEW YORK/DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors Co took a big step toward repaying a controversial taxpayer-funded bailout by declaring plans for a landmark stock offering that represents a critical test for the Obama administration.

News updated: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:54:33 -0400

6. U.N. secures more Pakistan flood relief funds
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Nearly half the $459 million needed to fund initial relief efforts following Pakistan's worst ever floods has been secured after days of lobbying donors and warnings that the country faces a spiraling humanitarian catastrophe, the United Nations said on Wednesday.

News updated: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:44:05 -0400

7. Suspect ship seen before Japan tanker blast: report
TOKYO (Reuters) - The radar of a Japanese supertanker that was damaged by an explosion near the Strait of Hormuz last month showed a small ship making suspicious movements near it at the time of the incident, Japanese public broadcaster NHK said on Tuesday.

News updated: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:09:32 -0400

8. World Bank pledges $900 million in flood aid to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - The World Bank will release $900 million to help fund relief efforts for Pakistan's flood disaster as international agencies warned millions of people were at risk from disease.

News updated: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:23:17 -0400

9. Obama campaigning, ties Republicans to big business
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - President Barack Obama painted Republicans as obstructionist allies of corporate America on Monday as he crossed the United States campaigning for his fellow Democrats fighting to keep control of the Congress and for state governorships in November's elections.

News updated: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:36:00 -0400

10. Suicide bomber targets Iraqi army recruits, kills 39
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - At least 39 recruits and soldiers were killed and 57 wounded on Tuesday when a suicide bomber blew himself up outside an army recruitment center in the Iraqi capital, authorities said.

News updated: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 03:48:16 -0400

11. Disney's Hawaii Resort: Aulani

Disney's Hawaii Resort - Photo courtesy of Aulani Resort and Spa

Disney's Hawaii Resort is being built apace, and is on track to open in August 2011; booking will soon be available.

Location is in Ko Olina, on Oahu's leeward west coast, about 20 minutes from the airport, 45 minutes from Waikiiki.

"Aulani" means "messenger of a chief", and Disney's first Hawaii resort aims to connect its visitors to Hawaiian culture: to provide layers of authentic details, and to be a gateway for visitors to go forth and explore.

All in addition, of course, to being a super resort with lots of fun on-property, a beautiful beach (shallow and gentle, perfect for little kids), restaurants, pools, spa...

Head to - Photos, Renderings, Details, about Disney's Aulani Resort and Spa.

*Photo courtesy of Aulani Resort and Spa.

Disney's Hawaii Resort: Aulani originally appeared on About.com Family Vacations on Saturday, August 14th, 2010 at 01:07:58.

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12. (AHN) Sandra Bullock's Ex Jesse James Linked To Kat Von D
Multiple sources say Jesse James and Kat Von D had themselves a "touchy-feely" weekend in Vegas this past weekend. - (AHN)
News updated: Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:26:22 GMT

13. (AHN) U.S. Says Trend Of Training Afghans Who Defect To Taliban Changing
The United States admitted on Monday that there is a problem with the trained Afghans switching sides to Taliban after training with the US-led forces. - (AHN)
News updated: Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:08:18 GMT

14. (AHN) U.S. Team Visits American Prisoner In North Korea
The United States confirmed on Monday that a four-person team visited Pyongyang recently to meet with 30-year-old Aijalon Gomes, who has been held captive since January. - (AHN)
News updated: Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:32:00 GMT

15. (AHN) Karzai Asks Security Contractors To Vanish Within Four Months
The United States reacted with caution on Monday to a governmental decree from Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai ordering security contractors to stop operations within next four months. - (AHN)
News updated: Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:32:49 GMT

16. (AHN) U.S. Set To Begin Afghan Withdrawal, Yet No Final Date Set
The United States reiterated its long term commitment to the Afghanistan as it starts withdrawing its combat forces from Afghanistan next year but Washington is still not sure when this withdrawal will be fully completed. - (AHN)
News updated: Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:33:36 GMT

17. "I am a terrorist," Omar Khadr allegedly told U.S.
GUANTANAMO BAY U.S. NAVAL BASE, Cuba (Reuters) - Canadian prisoner Omar Khadr told interrogators he was an al Qaeda terrorist and described pulling the pin of a grenade that killed a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan, a prosecutor told Khadr's war crimes tribunal on Thursday.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:14:51 -0400

18. Pentagon cautions WikiLeaks over new document dump
SAN DIEGO, California (Reuters) - The Pentagon on Thursday told WikiLeaks it would be the "height of irresponsibility" if it went through with a new threat to publish outstanding documents it had on the Afghan war.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:12:06 -0400

19. Sailors press Gates on how defense budget hits them
SAN DIEGO, California (Reuters) - For sailors aboard the USS Higgins docked in San Diego, a popular question for visiting Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Thursday was how the austerity drive he announced this week would affect them.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:21:54 -0400

20. Jobless claims rise highlights economy's ills
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of U.S. workers filing new claims for jobless benefits unexpectedly rose last week to the highest level in close to six months, the latest evidence the economy's recovery is faltering.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:10:18 -0400

21. California gay marriage can resume next week-judge
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A federal judge on Thursday ruled that gay marriages can resume next week in California, while his landmark ruling last week that overturned a ban on same-sex matrimony is appealed.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 18:21:37 -0400

22. GM CEO steps down on cusp of IPO filing
DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors Co Chief Executive Ed Whitacre resigned on Thursday in an abrupt move that renewed questions about leadership at the automaker as it readied a stock offering critical to paying back its controversial U.S. government bailout.

News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:07:10 -0400

23. To See or Not To See....
The New York Times had an interesting article yesterday about "Slumdog Tourism", and it provoked comments well worth reading too.

Family vacations often take place in countries with much poverty, but typically visitors see nothing of this -- perhaps just a glimpse, on the way to a resort. And typically a family just wants to relax, enjoy the activities, have together-time.

But sometimes, especially with older kids, family travelers may want to know more of the country-- not just its attractions, but also its reality.

Is this a good thing? The NYT article is critical of "slum tourists"; but as posted comments point out, sometimes getting even a glimpse of real-life can lead to compassion, charitable giving, maybe even participation in projects, and can be especially influential with teen and young adult kids. And alternatively, is it such a good thing to visit a country and see nothing of its social reality?

Another point is that "tourism" implies a person from one world stepping through another with no interaction or meeting-as-equals. So can visitors be less "tourists"? Some organizations promote visits to local schools or NGO's, or even short volunteer experiences. But critics have their say about this too, claiming there's little benefit to "locals" and only a "feel-good" benefit to the visitors.

What's your opinion? You can post comments below.

Granted, most family travel is a "getaway" -- often just four or five days -- rather than an exploration. Still, even young kids do notice glimpses of poverty during their trip. In many places, it's easy to bring along something useful to give to a local charity: a young child can understand a gesture like this. A family can also donate to a country they've visited. Volunteer vacations take things a step further...

If you have experiences or opinions, please share below!

To See or Not To See.... originally appeared on About.com Family Vacations on Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 at 19:48:58.

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24. Free Admission to Top Sightseeing; Vacation Contest Too

If you're sightseeing in Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, or NYC -- and you can be an early bird tomorrow-- you're in luck: on Friday 13th 2010, a major eye care company is offering free admission to some marquee attractions... Read more...

Free Admission to Top Sightseeing; Vacation Contest Too originally appeared on About.com Family Vacations on Thursday, August 12th, 2010 at 13:20:01.

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25. Book Now, for Holiday Season...

photo courtesy of Xanterra Parks & Resorts

Yes, it's true: for popular Christmas events, you should be booking in summer-time. For example: if you want to ride the Polar Express on the Grand Canyon Railway, you should book your seats now -- and this advice probably holds true for other Polar Express train rides too. (These rides recreate the experience of the classic children's book.)

Likewise, if your family want to party at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party -- a popular event at Disney World -- tickets are already on sale, with the first Party starting up November 8th.

More Disney Christmas Celebrations | more Christmas Trains

*Photo courtesy of Xanterra Parks & Resorts.

Book Now, for Holiday Season... originally appeared on About.com Family Vacations on Thursday, August 12th, 2010 at 02:38:35.

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26. Google's New Android Features: Speak to the Phone (PC World)
PC World - Google introduced two new features for Android phones running Froyo.
News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:45:00 GMT

27. Android 2.2 Carries Out Phone Users' Spoken Orders (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - If your Android phone already seems more like a personal assistant, wait until you have the ability to give it orders. Google's Android 2.2 now features Voice Search with Voice Actions, an app that enables smartphones to set reminders and alarms, take dictation for and send e-mails or texts, browse the Internet, get directions, or search for music.
News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:28:29 GMT

28. Google amplifies voice commands for Android phones (AP)
AP - Just because mobile phones are becoming more like small computers doesn't mean you should have to do a lot of typing on them.
News updated: Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:59:57 GMT

29. Woman in HP scandal "saddened" by CEO's ouster (AP)

AP - The woman at the center of the sexual harassment claim that forced the resignation of Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd revealed her identity Sunday and said she is "surprised and saddened" that Hurd lost his job.

News updated: Mon, 09 Aug 2010 01:35:45 GMT

30. Caution prevails, but volatility seen lower (Reuters)
Reuters - U.S. stock investors are turning more to options for protection after the latest data showing the frailty of the economic recovery, but they may find some comfort in Wall Street's "fear gauge."
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 09:14:47 GMT

31. Wall Street to keep close eye on key Fed talks (AFP)

AFP - Wall Street will keep a close eye on a key Federal Reserve policy meeting the coming week amid concerns the US economic recovery could stall following larger-than-expected job losses.

News updated: Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:43:12 GMT

32. Allied World buys back stock from Goldman funds (Reuters)
Reuters - Allied World Assurance Holdings Ltd said it bought back $250 million worth of stock from funds affiliated to Goldman Sachs Group Inc that are its founding shareholders.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 21:44:15 GMT

33. Small caps losing their edge over blue chips (AP)
AP - Could David be losing his historical edge over Goliath in the stock market? Investors are starting to wonder.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 16:45:31 GMT

34. Why Entertainment Will Drive the Next Checkin Craze (Mashable)
Mashable - In recent months, a crop of services have popped up that re-purpose the checkin concept, popularized by Foursquare, and connect it to media and entertainment, as opposed to location.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 15:44:03 GMT

35. BlackBerry in bid to address Saudi security concerns (Reuters)
Reuters - BlackBerry maker and Saudi mobile firms are testing three servers to send communications and data through Saudi Arabia before Canada to address Riyadh's concerns over security, a Saudi official said on Sunday.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 16:11:04 GMT

36. BlackBerry in deal to avert Saudi ban: telecoms official (AFP)

AFP - BlackBerry has "virtually" sealed a deal with Saudi Arabia on its encrypted messenger services to avert a ban on the smartphone, a Saudi telecoms company official told AFP on Saturday.

News updated: Sat, 07 Aug 2010 14:37:03 GMT

37. Why Google Wave's Demise is Good News for Facebook (Mashable)
Mashable - Google this week abandoned "Wave," its much-hyped social collaboration tool. Wave was perhaps the prototypical Google product: Technically advanced, incredibly ambitious and near-impossible to use.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 17:29:21 GMT

38. Did Apple Exec Depart Over "Antennagate"? (PC World)
PC World - The Apple executive in charge of iPhone engineering and responsible for the innovative--yet problem prone--antenna design on the iPhone 4 has left the company. Based on Apple's response to "antennagate", and Steve Jobs press conference to address issues with the iPhone 4, it seems unlikely that Mark Papermaster's exit is connected to the antenna issues.
News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:33:00 GMT

39. AP Interview: WikiLeaks to publish new documents (AP)

AP - The online whistle-blower WikiLeaks said it will continue to publish more secret files from governments around the world despite U.S. demands to cancel plans to release classified military documents.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 10:01:31 GMT

40. Bahrain says no plans to ban BlackBerry services (AP)

AP - Bahrain's foreign minister said Sunday the country has no plans to follow its Persian Gulf neighbors in banning some BlackBerry services because security fears do not outweigh the technological benefits.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:38:38 GMT

41. AP source: Ousted HP CEO settles with accuser (AP)

AP - Ousted Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd has settled allegations of sexual harassment lodged against him by a female contract worker for HP, a person with knowledge of the case told The Associated Press.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:53:02 GMT

42. U.S. bomb shelter advice misses mark says Israel
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - A warning to U.S. citizens traveling to the Red Sea resort of Eilat that they should locate the nearest bomb shelter should properly apply to the next-door Jordanian resort of Aqaba, an irked Israel said on Sunday.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 07:57:09 -0400

43. Mudslides devastate China town
BEIJING (Reuters) - Mudslides engulfed a town in northwest China on Sunday, killing at least 127 people and leaving nearly 1,300 residents missing as rescue teams dug out crushed homes and tried to blast away debris clogging a river.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 10:30:29 -0400

44. Afghanistan says to "deal with" security firms
KABUL (Reuters) - Afghan security forces will be more than capable of safeguarding the country, the government said on Sunday, repeating in some of its strongest criticism yet that troublesome Western private security units should be disbanded.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 08:46:49 -0400

45. Sanctions nothing to fear: Iranian central banker
TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran has nothing to fear from new sanctions and any move to isolate the country economically will only spur self-sufficiency, its central bank chief said.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:34:28 -0400

46. Huge ice island calves off Greenland glacier
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - An ice island four times the size of Manhattan broke off from one of Greenland's two main glaciers, scientists said on Friday, in the biggest such event in the Arctic in nearly 50 years.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:58:52 -0400

47. South Korean fishing vessel held by North: coast guard
SEOUL (Reuters) - A South Korean fishing vessel with seven people aboard is being held by North Korea after sailing into the North's exclusive economic waters off the east coast, the South Korean coast guard said on Sunday.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 08:09:53 -0400

48. Pakistan navy boats travel to reach flood victims
ROHRI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Pakistani navy boats sped across miles of flood waters Sunday as the military took a lead role in rescuing survivors from a devastating disaster that has killed 1,600 people and left two million homeless.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:59:50 -0400

49. BlackBerry in bid to address Saudi security concerns
RIYADH/KUWAIT (Reuters) - BlackBerry maker and Saudi mobile firms are testing three servers to send communications and data through Saudi Arabia before Canada to address Riyadh's concerns over security, a Saudi official said on Sunday.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:11:04 -0400

50. Group denies Afghan Taliban claims over dead workers
KABUL (Reuters) - An international Christian aid group denied on Sunday Taliban accusations that its team of foreign medical workers killed in Afghanistan's remote northeast had been proselytizing.

News updated: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 14:18:35 -0400

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