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Vostu Translates Social Games for Brazil Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:12PMHow do you say Farmville in Portuguese? In Brazil, at least, the phenomenon seems to translate as Mini Fazenda.
Leaving East Africa: a time to reflect Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:01AMI have made a giant leap from Tanzania to Denmark. My internship in Dar es Salaam has come to a close, and I am now commencing my studies in agricultural development at the University of Copenhagen.
Tension reigns on second day Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 9:37PMVenezuela picked up their first win at a FIFA finals with a slim victory over New Zealand on a Day 2 that saw three of the four games settled by one-goal margins.
Thousands turn out for Brazil Day Festival in Midtown Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 1:48AMSixth Avenue was abuzz with the sounds of samba yesterday as thousands turned out for the annual Brazilian Independence Day festival. Revelers, decked out in the country's yellow and green colors, swarmed to the Midtown carnival to feast and party with friends and family. "We come every year. My...
Thanks to Weston drummer. residents at The Greens ready for a brand new beat Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:54PMAt the memory impairment unit for seniors at The Greens, the sound of samba bells, drums and shouts resonated recently. “Let’s all play the samba, just like in Carnival in Brazil,” said Randy Brody, leader of the monthly drum circle. “Everyone yell, ‘Samba!’”
Ivete Sangalo Fills Madison Square Garden Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:41PMThe Brazilian pop star Ivete Sangalo sold out Madison Square Garden on the Brazilian Day festival weekend.
WinkBall: army of citizen journalists capture 20,000 video clips at Notting Hill Carnival Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:58AMWinkBall has collected 20,000 clips from this year's Notting Hill Carnival.
By Anthony Scott Killeen Daily Herald Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 12:14AMBucking bulls and the twang of Texas country music are on the bill tonight. These and other amusements, like fried cheesecake, can be found at the Central Texas State Fair at the Bell County Expo Center.
9/3 Steppin' Out Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:43PMAMERICUS — Editor’s Note: Every Friday a list of local and area upcoming entertainment and cultural events will be published on the Steppin’ Out page in the Times-Recorder.
Spare Times Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:39PMA selected guide to Labor Day and other events in New York City and the region.
Weekend Guide Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:19AMA list of things to do this weekend.
Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan Talks His Passion for Pro Wrestling! Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:32AMIn what may come to a shock to some fans of the Smashing Pumpkins, Billy Corgan is a huge pro wrestling fan. He recently did a spot with AAA. During his promo, he was interrupted by Hernandez and Alex Kozlov. Of course, this was a work, but it just goes to show you that even some stars love rasslin. He did an interview and discussed a variety of subjects. He talked about the angle with Hernandez ...
Joys from Brazil Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:53AMInvestors often refer to Brazil as an emerging country, rather than a developed country like the United States. But Nevada's new trade representative to Brazil said the home of the samba, the string bikini and its annual Carnival Mardi Gras celebration is interested in helping Nevada develop, rather than vice versa.
Day in pictures Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:53PMCongo's army and park rangers conduct joint operations to secure large swathes of Virunga National Park, near Goma in eastern Congo, which has for more than a decade been home to various armed groups.
WinkBall: army of citizen journalists out in force at Notting Hill Carnival Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:49AMWinkBall has collected 20,000 clips from this year's Notting Hill Carnival.
World News Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:35AMObama unfazed about 'misinformation' about his beliefs - Today, 09:28 - PA President Barack Obama said he is not worried about a recent poll showing that nearly one-fifth of Americans believe he is a Muslim. "The facts...
The £1m cruise: Simon Calder calculates the appeal of a voyage around the Greek islands Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:23PMOn the quayside in Corfu, she was dwarfed by the intimidating bulk, in the adjacent dock, of an Italian cruise ship – the MSC Musica, doing a good impression of a Milanese apartment block. Yet even though the Thomson Spirit was a mere slip of a ship, for us passengers newly arrived from Luton, Newcastle or any of a dozen other UK airports – plus a few guests from Dublin and Helsinki – she was a ...
From tango to mambo, salsa to samba, these cruises have it all Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:25PMMSC Cruises has announced plans for a new series of dance-themed cruises starting later this year.
August bank holiday events in Britain Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:51AMNot sure what to do this bank holiday? Here is our pick of the festivals, shows and events going on around the country.
Summer samba carnival brings the heat to Asakusa's streets Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:15PMPowerful drum beats, cheerful songs and passionate dancing from Brazil will fill Tokyo's Asakusa district, the capital's traditional downtown, during the 30th Asakusa Samba Carnival. The annual event was launched in 1981 by an association of local stores in an effort to revitalize the area. The group modeled the event after Rio de Janeiro's famed Carnival. The festival attracted some 500,000 ...
Razorfish Names Andrea Harrison National Social Influence Marketing Lead Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:00AMHarrison to Help Clients Employ Social Media in Integrated, Multi-Platform Approach
By Alicia Lacy Killeen Daily Herald Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:42AMBELTON — Labor Day weekend is right around the corner, which means that it's almost time for the Central Texas State Fair. Officials with the Bell County Expo Center in Belton and organizers of the event announced Wednesday what's on tap for the 23rd annual fair.
Mighty Maye helps Sligo make junior history Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:09AMSLIGO 2-10 KERRY 1-07 WHAT’S rare is beautiful and there were great scenes of celebration in Salthill last Saturday when Sligo captured only their second All-Ireland title in the history of the association.
Weekend news and share tips Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:24AM■ Old Mutual , the Anglo-South African insurer that's overhauling its business following the financial crisis, has received a bid from HSBC for up to 70 per cent of Nedbank.
BCB wraps concert season Aug. 29 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 11:01PMThe Brazil Concert Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, proudly presents "Grand Finale 2010" at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29. The BCB had a great season with 13 Sunday concerts in Forest Park,...
Sonoma: Series qualifying report Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 7:43PMSONOMA, Calif. (Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010) - Will Power earned his IZOD IndyCar Series-record eighth PEAK Performance Pole Award of the season. Advancing to the Firestone Fast Six was the more difficult part of qualifications for the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma.
Five years after Katrina, Los Hombres Calientes to reunite at Orchestra Hall Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:19PMBasin Street Records Irvin Mayfield and Bill Summers Five years after Katrina, Los Hombres Calientes to reunite at Orchestra Hall By Pamela Espeland Friday, Aug. 20, 2010 Los Hombres built a large and enthusiastic fan base here. Co-leader Irvin Mayfield credits the Twin Cities with breaking the group nationally.
Five years after Katrina, Los Hombres Calientes to reunite at Orchestra Hall | Arts Arena Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:19PMMinnPost.com Full RSS Articles brought to you by: The Deets Startups Create New Jobs. Not MNForward's Corporate Donors. Visit Website Basin Street Records Irvin Mayfield and Bill Summers Five years after Katrina, Los Hombres Calientes to reunite at Orchestra Hall By Pamela Espeland Friday, Aug. 20, 2010 Los Hombres built a large and enthusiastic fan base here. Co-leader Irvin Mayfield credits ...
Residents at The Greens ready for a brand new beat Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:31AMAt the memory impairment unit for seniors at The Greens, the sound of samba bells, drums and shouts resonated last Thursday. “Let’s all play the samba, just like in Carnival in Brazil,” said Randy Brody, leader of the monthly drum circle. “Everyone yell, ‘Samba!’”
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8/20 Steppin' Out Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:04PMAMERICUS — Editor’s Note: Every Friday a list of local and area upcoming entertainment and cultural events will be published on the Steppin’ Out page in the Times-Recorder.
Racing Young Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:50PMBig breaks come in unusual ways. Sometimes they come because of big breaks—as in legs. Rewind to Memorial Day, and the Indianapolis 500. On the last lap, there was a horrific crash involving Ryan Hunter-Reay and Mike Conway, the latter getting the short end of the stick.
Carnival Cruise Lines and Razorfish Launch Innovative Social Media Application for Planning Cruise Vacations Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:00AMNew application allows consumers to shop for cruises and share with friends without leaving Facebook
London midday: Utilities dip on broker comment Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:31AMLONDON (SHARECAST) - Leading shares picked up after better than expected retail sales figures but, otherwise, there is not a lot of corporate news flow for traders to get excited about, so much of the focus has been on broker commentary on some big players.
Britain's 'hidden gems' loved by daring day trippers revealed by Lonely Planet Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:06AMDespite millions of holidaymakers embarking on "staycations" in Britain this year, researchers found some of country's most beautiful locations are ignored.
Seu Jorge is on a Mission to Break Brazilian Stereotypes Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 3:40PMFiled under: Exclusive , New Music Samir Hussein, Getty Images Seu Jorge may be considered a major force in the revival of the samba, but the singer and actor ('The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou') is a somewhat reluctant ambassador. "I don't want this. I just want to make music for everybody -- not just for Brazil, or Brazilian people. There is so much more to our country than Caipirinhas ...
Sean Penn and Wyclef Jean: Hollywood, hip hop and Haiti Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 11:57PMTwo things we know for sure: Hollywood and hip hop get media attention. And for Haiti, that translates into big media hype for actor Sean Penn and rapper-turned-presidential candidate, Wyclef Jean. How may we use this media glare to help the 2 million Haitians made homeless by the earthquake?
Farewell, summer: Some can't-miss end-of-season events Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 7:54PMSummer is flying by, and how much fun have you really had? If you feel as if your vacation days are numbered, take in some of these late offerings — in movies, music, theater, art and food events — in and around Kansas City.
Series news and notes 2010-08-10 Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 5:44PM1. A night at the State Fair: A day after clinching the Mario Andretti Road Course Championship with a second-place finish at Mid-Ohio, Will Power celebrated by taking his first trip to the Indiana State Fair.
48 Hours in: Rio de Janeiro Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 1:19PMBrazil’s ‘marvellous city’ is as flamboyant, dramatic and seductive as ever — even in the South American winter. Sophi Lam reports from the always-vibrant capital Related Stories BA gets go-ahead for joint flights Northern Ireland holidaymakers spend most cash 48 Hours in: Lyon Over 60,000 UK passports lost in year 48 Hours in: Rio De Janeriro
48 Hours in: Rio de Janeiro Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 1:08PMBrazil’s ‘marvellous city’ is as flamboyant, dramatic and seductive as ever — even in the South American winter. Sophi Lam reports from the always-vibrant capital
48 Hours in: Rio De Janeriro Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 10:04AMBrazil’s ‘marvellous city’ is as flamboyant, dramatic and seductive as ever — even in the South American winter. Sophi Lam reports from the always-vibrant capital Related Stories BA gets go-ahead for joint flights Northern Ireland holidaymakers spend most cash 48 Hours in: Lyon Over 60,000 UK passports lost in year 48 Hours in: Rio de Janeiro
Exclusive Fast Five Set Photos Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 9:45AMComingSoon.net received some exclusive photos from the Puerto Rico set of Fast Five . While the actors were not at this particular shoot, an action scene was filmed involving a big safe at what looks to be a carnival in Rio de Janeiro (Puerto Rico is being used as Brazil).
Measuring the point at which supply and demand meet in the hotel sector - the hotel.info hotel price barometer for ... Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 7:49AMWhat level have hotel prices reached in summer 2010? Where are room rates particularly good value for money, and in which cities do visitors need deeper pockets? hotel.info, the free online hotel reservation service for more than 210,000 hotels around the world, has once again analysed the hotel price inquiries conducted by its online users as per the end of the second quarter of 2010.
Brazil meets Brazil in concert's tribute to town, nation Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 11:01PMThe Brazil Concert Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, presents "The Road To Brazil" Sunday August 15 at 8 p.m. at the Forest Park Band Shell or Pavilion in case of rain. The roundtrip...
South America Travel Deals from Global Encounters Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 2:05AMExciting new developments on Global Encounters' South America adventure travel websites, including great summer deals on all travel packages booked with Class Adventure Travel (CAT). Plus, a brand new section featuring budget Brazil adventures on South America Adventure Travel (SAAT).
Campus Notes 8/2 Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 12:35PMBYU
Time to unwind at one of Chicago's Happy Hour hotspots Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 4:01AMAlthough there are but five a week, the workdays are long, your boss is a stickler and the water cooler talk leaves something to be desired. That's why, when the working day is done, you're all too happy to head out the door and hit the nearest happy hour to unwind. Fortunately for you, the city is full of them. And while happy hours are kicking year-round, there's just something about summer ...
RSVPs are VIPs Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:16PMBill Waibel was once an engineer with that type of personality that drives him to keep occupied.