Pierre Cardin has been making bold fashion statements for 60 years and this year is no exception. His latest collections are true to the famous French designer’s spirit and given the wild global economy his formal suiting makes a comeback after the hard reality of looking for new job prospects sets in for many. The old adage of when the going gets tough the tough go shopping is true and this time they are heading straight for Pierre Cardin products. The Cardin “career perfect” collections feature Classic French design with a modern twist showcasing the signature handwriting of the master himself.
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Pierre Cardin Summer 2009/10 “career perfect” collections.
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow launched yesterday a 4 year global study of which cities were winning the global innovation race and why, in an in-depth report.
Christopher Hire, Executive Director of 2thinknow, presenting the Innovation Cities Analysis Report
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow released today a 4 year global study of which cities were winning the global innovation race and why, in an in-depth report. The centrepiece of the Innovation Cities Analysis Report is a 162-indicator framework to build innovation cities globally.
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow released today a 4 year global study of which cities were winning the global innovation race and why, in an in-depth report. The centrepiece of the Innovation Cities Analysis Report was a 162-indicator framework to build innovation cities globally.
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow released today a 4 year global study of which cities were winning the global innovation race and why, in an in-depth report. The centre-piece was a 162 indicator framework to build innovation cities globally.
Christopher Hire, Executive Director of 2thinknow presenting the Innovation Cities Analysis Report
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow have released a 4 year global study of what makes cities innovative, in an in-depth report. Asia Pacific cities were now beating most U.S. cities in the innovation race due to a U.S. infrastructure gap, according to the report.
Professor Margaret Gardner on behalf of RMIT researchers and Professor Yubo Lu from Guangdong, one of the region’s leading Chinese Medicine research facilities, will collaborate on an Australian-first clinical study comparing the effectiveness of two herbal formulations for treating the symptoms of chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Professor Margaret Gardner (RMIT) and Professor Yubo Lu (Guangdong)
Australian Prom Queen, Dana Mathers, Wants American Girls to Celebrate Their Big Night Dressed in Down Under Style. She is at National Prom Market Chicago (August 6-11) to launch her new season collection, FAME, that she said was designed to give girls their red carpet moment.
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Cassie Dress, a highlight of the Dana Mathers' new collection.
New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) together with The KidsCan Stand Tall Charitable Trust, the Official Charity of the All Blacks and the NZRU, is launching the All Blacks Charity Edition of Monopoly.
All Blacks Charity Edition of the Monopoly boardgame
Escape to paradise with the second instalment of Wii Sports™ - Wii Sports Resort™ - available from 23 July 2009. Wii Sports Resort includes new sports and a more precise way to play, with each Wii Sports Resort packaged with a single Wii MotionPlus™ accessory.
Discover a new way to play with Wii Sports Resort and Wii MotionPlus
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, one of the most popular shopping centres in Malaysia, will be firing from all cylinders to celebrate the Grand Prix season from April 1-5, 2009, by offering treats to racing fans, shoppers and tourists to make their shopping and holiday in Malaysia a delightful experience.
PICTURED: Former Miss Malaysia Deborah Henry and ING Renault F1
The Board of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) has announced that Professor Doug Hilton will be the Institute’s next Director.
PICTURED: Walter and Eliza Hall Institute's new Director, Professor Doug Hilton.
Cate Blanchett, Geoffrey Rush, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe have been honoured with the opportunity to appear on Australia Post stamps. The four Australian Academy Award winners were each presented with a 24-carat gold replica of their stamps.
Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe and Geoffrey Rush at the launch of Oscar stamps. Pictures by Ben Townsend Photography.
Australia Post will be releasing stamps of Australian Legends in recognition of the outstanding contribution they have made to entertainment and culture in Australia. The four Academy Award winners will be presented with 24-carat gold replicas of their stamps on Australia Day. PICTURED: Australia Post Australian Legend stamps featuring Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett and Geoffrey Rush.
Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett and Geoffrey Rush stamps.
Heaven’s Angel Sells Her Voice - Australia’s greatest Operatic discovery, since Dame Joan Sutherland, and Judge’s Choice Grand Finalist of Australia’s Got Talent 2008, Grace Bawden, is looking off-shore; putting her voice up for sale on eBay.
Grace Bawden
We’re always being told that the art of conversation is dead – killed by everything from TV to e-mail to texting to our 24/7 always-connected lifestyle. A new game and guide promises to help people of all ages become great all-round communicators.
Children of All Ages Can Enjoy "The Art of Conversation"
Richie Benaud captained the Australia cricket team from 1958 for 28 Tests matches. Under his watch, Australia became the dominant team, never losing a Test series. Arguably the most influential person in world cricket, Benaud’s ‘baggy green’ is being offered for sale by Leski Auctions on Wednesday, November 5th. It has a pre-sale estimate of AUS$20,000 - AUS$25,000.
Up for auction: Richie Benaud's baggy green cap.
The ‘Invincibles’ is regarded by many as the greatest Test cricket side of all time. The Australian team emerged from the 1948 tour of England undefeated. One of its stars was a young batsman by the name of Sam Loxton. Loxton’s ‘baggy green’ is being offered for sale by Leski Auctions on Wednesday, November 5th 2008. It has a pre-sale estimate of AUD$25,000 - AUD$30,000.
Up for auction: Sam Loxton's baggy green cap from the 1948 tour of England.
Ian Browne and Tony Marchant were the toast of the 1956 Australian Olympics after unexpectedly winning gold in the 2000m Tandem cycling event. 50 years on, their gold medals will be auctioned off in what is believed to be a world first. The dual Olympic gold medals are being offered for sale by Leski Auctions on Thursday, November 6th. Each gold medal has a pre-sale estimate of AUD$40,000 - AUD$50,000.
Above: The front and reverse view of Ian Browne’s 1956 gold medal. Below: Tony Marchant’s 1956 gold medal.
Chrysler LLC announced today that the Company and its ENVI organization have new production-intent, advanced electric-drive technology packaged in three different vehicles -- one for each of its brands, Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge.
Chrysler Introduces Three Advanced Electric-Drive Vehicle Prototypes
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Australia’s horse racing carnivals are renowned for three things: superstar gallopers, unparalleled fashion and the richest races on the calendar. Entering into its third edition, IASbet’s Big Bet Blast promotion joins the list as a feature attraction with $100,000 in Melbourne Cup Day betting bank prizes and five chances to win. Winners get to keep the profit of the day. Driven by Australian bookmaking legend Mark Read’s 35-years of industry experience, IASbet is unrivalled in Spring Carnival coverage, price and professionalism; with future markets already available on the Melbourne Cup, Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate.
Melbourne Cup
Leading Australian-based wind energy company, Roaring 40s, today announced that it would be participating in a major Federal Government Clean Energy Mission to China to be lead by the Minister for Trade, The Hon Simon Crean. The Mission, which has been planned to coincide with the Olympic Games to maximise exposure, will provide a significant opportunity for Roaring 40s to highlight its place as the leading international wind energy developer in China and to showcase the company’s expertise to leading Chinese businesses.
Asian Oasis has been recognized as one of the first travel operators in Thailand realizing the significance of responsible tourism. It is innovative in producing travel programs that not only provide unique and fulfilling travel experiences for its clients but also give back to the visited community and the environment. The company works with villagers to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism in remote areas, helping to improve their quality of life. Its award-winning community-based programs at Lisu Lodge and Lahu Outpost in northern Thailand are fine examples of the success of this vision. For further information, please contact Asian Oasis Co. Ltd at info@asian-oasis.com or call +66-2-655 6246 www.asian-oasis.com
Asian Oasis has been recognized as one of the first travel operators in Thailand
Indian students interested in studying in Australia will have the opportunity to talk to a representative from TAFE Tasmania at an education expo in various cities in India. Hotel Surya Palace from 11am till 5pm on Friday, 15 February 2008. Hotel Laksh, Opp Anand Town Hall from 11am till 5pm on Saturday, 16 February 2008. Hotel Fortune Landmark, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad from 11am till 5pm on Sunday, 17 February 2008. Hotel Imperial Palace from 11am till 5pm on Monday, 18 February 2008.
TAFE Tasmania offers Indian students opportunities.
The GSM Association (GSMA) has announced that film actor, director and Sundance Institute Founder & President, Robert Redford will headline at Mobile Backstage, a special one day Mobile Entertainment conference on Tuesday 12th February at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the world's largest communications industry event.
Film actor, director and Sundance Institute Founder & President, Robert Redford
Winners in the inaugural Asia Pacific Screen Awards, the region’s highest accolade in film in 2007, were announced last night at a special ceremony on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Night Bus Writer/Director Kiumars Pourahmad With Actor Mehrdad Seddiqian (Nominated For Best Actor)
aussieBum has successfully broken the Guinness World Record by producing the world's largest pair of underwear on international Guinness World Records Day. Measuring in at 15.9 metres wide and 10.55 metres high, with a waist circumference of 32 metres, the mammoth underwear includes 300 metres of fabric, 500 metres of wide-width elastic, 5000 metres of cotton, a 1.5 x 6 metre logo, and they weigh in at a whopping 180 kg.
aussieBum break World Record
G2E Asia 2008 introduces new iGaming business pavilion. Scheduled June 3 - 5, 2008 in the Cotai Strip Convention & Exhibition Center of the Venetian Macao, G2E Asia 2008 will feature the new iGaming Business Pavilion that will allow attendees to see and learn about the latest products, services and cutting-edge technologies and that will be of great interest to both established and new market operators across Asia. G2E Asia is part of the G2E portfolio of events, the world’s premier gaming event brand. For more information about G2E Asia, please visit http://www.G2EAsia.com
G2E Asia 2007 received overwhelming response
Aconex, www.aconex.com, has been selected to provide its online information management solution to ALDAR Properties PJSC, Abu Dhabi’s leading property development and management company.
Aconex Chairman, Martin Hosking, meeting with Abdalla Essa Zamzam
As part of the agreement, Aconex will service more than ten of ALDAR’s developments including Abu Dhabi’s largest ever development, the US$40 billion YAS Island, which once completed will comprise of a Formula OneTM Grand Prix track, a Ferrari theme park, championship golf courses, hotels and 300,000 square meters of retail space.
An artist’s impressions of the Yas Island development
Located in the aquatic setting of the Maldives, one of the world’s most celebrated tropical havens, Naladhu, Maldives offers a unique lifestyle to those who appreciate the sophistication and charm of times past. Coupling the ingenious talents of Maldivian architect Mohammed Shafeeq and Thai-based interior designer Julian Coombs, Naladhu has captured the elegant aesthetics of a slightly colonial era, with hints of Sri Lankan regality in its design. However, the resort also proffers every modern convenience imaginable to the luxury traveller.
Naladhu, Maldives offers a unique lifestyle to those who appreciate the sophistication and charm of times past.