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Cut and Run Amok. I am not one of the cut-and-run Americans.I’m with the president, who vows he will stay in Iraq until they put their house in order.
CBC Spouses’ Fashion Is Bumped From the Runway . Three decades of flair, fun and funk made the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses fashion show one of the hottest tickets of the annual CBC legislative weekend — the late-night party was always a glam mix of politicians, fashionistas and celebs.But this year’s show has been canceled, a. .
Katrina– By the Numbers. Hurricane Katrina was one of the worst natural disasters in U. S.history.
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Bridge. You’ve got to keep an eye on those politicians: Even when they do the right thing, it may be for the wrong reason.The same thing often happens at the bridge table.

TODAY’S NEWS. · With the first hurricane of 2006 edging closer to Florida, officials at Cape Canaveral scrubbed today’s planned launch of the shuttle Atlantis.They also prepared to move the shuttle indoors for protection.
PERFORMING ARTS. Ziggy and Stephen Marley closed their annual Bob Marley Roots Rock Reggae Festival tour at Wolf Trap on Sunday, and while it celebrated their father’s life, it also highlighted how unenviable it is to try to compete with their pop’s prodigious talents.Stephen and Ziggy are very likable as. .
‘Million Dollar Listing’: A Fixer-Upper. The Bravo network’s fascination with the rich and the tanned of Southern California continues unabated.

Snuffing out hotel smoking.With industry giant Marriott following Westin by announcing a ban on smoking in rooms and public areas — all Marriott brands in the USA and Canada, including JW Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Fairfield Inn and SpringHill Suites will go. .
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Summer business travel forecast: A lousy season on the road.This is likely to be a lousy season on the road, even by business travelers’ diminished standards.Any trip you can avoid this summer is a little bit of your sanity that can be salvaged.So what’s the summer agenda going to look like? Here are some things to keep an eye out for during the next 90 days.
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Improv actors train hotel staff.I was just at a reception showcasing Kimpton’s new Hotel Palomar in Washington.It’s sleek, chic and contemporary, as you would expect from this big name in the boutique-hotel biz.But what I hadn’t unexpected was to learn that some. .
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The business traveler explained.Business Traveler column: Your friends and family may think your life on the road is glamorous, but Joe Brancatelli knows better.From being at the constant mercy of the airlines to hearing the word ‘no’ too often, he details the many challenges of the business traveler.
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For germ-conscious tubbers.More hotels are installing jetted tubs in their upgraded bathrooms, but I hear from travelers who won’t soak in them because of what you might call the yuck factor.You never know who last sat in there, they say.And. .
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Gone today, here tomorrow.Business Traveler column: Most airline and travel agency websites do not display sold-out flights.On just about every major travel booking website, flights disappear from the display as soon as the last seat is sold.This is a hazard of the Internet.I understand why most online travel retailers believe it’s confusing to include sold-out flights, but as a frequent flier I want to see all my options in one place.
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Business travel briefing: July marks the dog days.Business Traveler column: Joe Brancatelli briefs you on why the last week of July could bring a ‘toxic stew’ of cancellations to the nation’s airports.Plus, find out what Northwest labor woes mean for fliers and which low-cost carriers are coming to airports near you.
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15 money-saving tips for business travelers.Business Traveler column: With airplanes flying near capacity and hotels reporting record occupancy, it’s becoming much harder for frequent travelers to find good deals on the road.David Grossman shares 15 tips to help you make the most of your travel dollar.
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It’s not easy being green.Business Traveler column: David Grossman weighs in on the travel industry’s environmental practices, and suggests small steps each hotel guest can take towards being green.
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Safety and security misconceptions and myths.Business Traveler column: More people are murdered in Caracas, Venezuela, each year than Baghdad, yet most travelers would list the Iraqi capital as the place they would avoid.David Grossman helps dispel some myths about safety on the road and reveals why he always travels with battered luggage.
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Let your fellow travelers be your guide.Business Traveler column: For the most current travel information, your fellow travelers can be your best source.David Grossman looks at how peer-review sites can help you find up-to-the-minute updates about the places where you plan to stay.
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Bridging the cultural gap with China.Business Traveler column: In China, meeting agendas are fluid, flattery can take you a long way and much business is conducted over a cigarette.Joe Brancatelli shares these and other tips for doing business in the world’s newest economic superpower.
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Road warrior tales of pique and protest.Business Traveler column: Life on the road has been difficult this summer, what with the bad weather, the long delays, the high prices, the packed planes and the crowded hotels.I wouldn’t dream of adding to your burden, so let me just tell you a few on-the-road tales of protest, pique, television mobsters and, oddly, an airport shuttle bus hijacking.
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With no ukulele, Tony’s only here for the beer.Last time, he held a ukulele and strummed Bajan folk songs to applause from his family and friends.
Coffee Prices Perk Up.That caffe espresso or latte might just be about to get pricier.Coffee bean prices have soared to a fresh seven-year high.

Consumers’ taste for upscale spending dwindles.The high price of gasoline and the slowdown in housing are taking a toll on one of the most striking economic trends of recent years: Consumers’ widening taste for more upscale purchases.
Sales of craft beer rise.Craft beer continues to catch on, with a double-digit growth so far this year, according to the Colorado organization that tracks the industry.
What we like: Summer salvations.What they are: Creamy, frosty and refreshing treats that will put the remainder of summer on ice.
Takeover Tussle Affects Oyster Bay Result.Wellington, Aug 22 NZPA - Costs associated with last year’s bitter takeover battle for control of Oyster Bay Marlborough Vineyards affected the company’s annual result and may cost shareholders more in 2007.

Hints From Heloise. Kitten Contemplation Dear Readers: If you are trying to decide whether or not to BRING A KITTEN INTO YOUR LIFE, there are certain factors you need to consider.For instance, you should think about how much time you have to spend, groom and interact with your new pet.It might also take some time to. .
Bridge. Cy the Cynic is a big believer in procrastination.He says he’s never bored because there is always something he ought to be doing.
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High-priced potions not miracle cures.The partnership of cosmetics companies and medical professionals makes dermatological brands compelling.
Be aware, be prepared.A disaster of Hurricane Katrina’s proportions could strike virtually anyone anywhere, say dermatologists still struggling with the aftermath of the storm that ravaged this city in August 2005.
Moles in animal world, skin and chemistry.Avogadro’s number has a remarkable history that goes back to the study of gases - photo: R.Ragu SKIN DEEP: The mole in dermatology refers to a small, dark spot on the skin.
Skin Treatment Targets Adult Acne.Many people want smooth, flawless skin, but acne can provide a big roadblock.Now a new treatment called Vibraderm is clearing the way to spotless skin.

‘Loyalty’ points deserted him, but now everything’s sunny.Traveler’s Aide column: A traveler accrues a hefty lifetime balance of hotel loyalty points, only to find his account closed for lack of activity before he can book any rewards.Linda Burbank goes in search of his missing points and explains how you can prevent this from happening to you.
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‘Perfect storm’ traps family.Traveler’s Aide column: A missed connection from an international flight leaves a family stranded at the Phoenix airport for two days.Are they entitled to any compensation by the airline?
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Airline tickets aren’t eternal.Traveler’s Aide column: A traveler holds an unused ticket from September, 11, 2001, but when he tries years later to change his itinerary, he finds out his ticket has expired.Linda Burbank tracks down his complaint and gives the lowdown on airline change policies.
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