23. november 2005

Toyota poised to beat GM in 2006 8:02:02 PM    comment []

GM on a roll in China 8:01:12 PM    comment []

Spied: 2007 Dodge Caliber 8:00:29 PM    comment []

Photo Gallery: 2007 Cadillac Escalade 7:59:52 PM    comment []

Road Test: 2006 Mercedes–Benz ML500 vs. 2006 Range Rover Sport 7:59:02 PM    comment []

Road Test: 2005 Audi A4 3.2 Quattro vs. 2006 BMW 330i vs. 2005 Infiniti G35 7:58:19 PM    comment []

James Bond Aston Martin Up For Auction 7:57:21 PM    comment []

Five Vehicles Earn Top Crash Test Honors 7:56:27 PM    comment []

Motor Trend Car of the Year Complete Winners List 7:55:58 PM    comment []

2006 Car of the Year Winner Video 7:55:04 PM    comment []

New BMW Z4 coupe given the go–ahead 7:53:50 PM    comment []

Chevrolet hopes for Captiva market 7:52:49 PM    comment []

Beat the bombs in an armoured Cat 7:52:10 PM    comment []

Is the Xbox here to stay?. Blog: There has been no shortage of hype surrounding the Tuesday launch of Microsoft's Xbox 360. Hundreds of fans lined up outside... [CNET News.com] 1:54:34 PM    comment []

Russian MPs act to 'curb' NGOs. The Duma backs in principle a contentious bill that will give the state more control over non-governmental bodies. [BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition] 1:51:42 PM    comment []

Executive Pay at Delphi Is Challenged. The lead plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit against the Delphi Corporation yesterday asked the judge overseeing the company's bankruptcy to reject a proposed $110 million executive pay plan. By GRETCHEN MORGENSON. [NYT > Business] 1:50:44 PM    comment []

Military Ties to Indonesia Resume Too Soon for Some . Acting swiftly with new congressional authority, the Bush administration said yesterday that it has restored military ties with Indonesia, formally ending the last of the restrictions imposed after violence in East Timor in 1999. By Glenn Kessler. [washingtonpost.com - washingtonpost.com - elections, campaigns, government and politics news and headlines.] 1:49:18 PM    comment []

Obama Calls on Bush To Admit Iraq Errors . CHICAGO, Nov. 22 -- Sen. Barack Obama said President Bush should admit mistakes in waging the Iraq war and reduce the number of troops stationed there in the next year. But the Illinois Democrat, a longtime opponent of the war, said U.S. forces remain "part of a solution" in the bitterly divided... By Peter Slevin. [washingtonpost.com - washingtonpost.com - elections, campaigns, government and politics news and headlines.] 1:48:12 PM    comment []

3 Brigades May Be Cut in Iraq Early in 2006 . Barring any major surprises in Iraq, the Pentagon tentatively plans to reduce the number of U.S. forces there early next year by as many as three combat brigades, from 18 now, but to keep at least one brigade "on call" in Kuwait in case more troops are needed quickly, several senior military... By Bradley Graham and Robin Wright. [washingtonpost.com - washingtonpost.com - elections, campaigns, government and politics news and headlines.] 1:46:29 PM    comment []

Finding Fat Before Heart Attacks. Nanotech in medicine isn't just for cancer anymore. A researcher says his version of nanoparticles can lead to early diagnosis of atherosclerosis, which often isn't found until a heart attack or stroke. By Elizabeth Svoboda. [Wired News] 1:45:06 PM    comment []

The Ultimate Geek Gift Guide. Hunting for media streamers, GPS navigators or a home robot for the special techie in your life? Look no further. By Christopher Null and Robert Strohmeyer. Plus: The Buy Nothing Day founder speaks out. [Wired News] 1:43:34 PM    comment []

It's a Japanese Hand-Job Machine. A mechanical masturbator that's made in Japan promises relief to frustrated fellas. Plus: Children of anonymous sperm donors find family online. From the Wired News blog Sex Drive Daily. [Wired News] 1:41:20 PM    comment []

Investors Bet on Global Warming. Stock pickers are eyeing the rise in world temperatures and regulations to curb carbon emissions when gauging investment risks. Some are even seeking out opportunities tied to global warming. By Joanna Glasner. [Wired News] 1:39:27 PM    comment []

Visit Jamaica Rightly famous for its beaches and music, beautiful, brash Jamaica is much more besides. There's certainly plenty of white sand, turquoise sea and swaying palm trees, but there are also spectacular mountains and rivers, tumbling waterfalls and cactus-strewn savannah plains. Far more than just a resort, the island also boasts vibrant towns and cities such as sprawling Kingston , which inspired the music of Bob Marley and countless other home-grown reggae superstars.  Read more here 1:33:55 PM    comment []

Gaustablikk Standing at the centre of a dramatic and magnificent landscape in upper Telemark lies the Gaustablikk Resort. The views alone, over the wooded plateau up to Gaustatoppen (1,883 m), are an amazing natural sight. Gaustablikk is the ideal location for a combination holiday since all the accommodation is ski in/out from both the alpine centre and cross country trails. The nearby town of Rjukan provides an excellent choice for shops and restaurants; as well as being a site of historic importance. The entire resort offers a heart warming and instantly friendly atmosphere. More Details 1:32:22 PM    comment []

Dodge releases sketch of Challenger 1:30:06 PM    comment []

The next Toyota Camry 1:29:32 PM    comment []

Ten worst holiday traffic tie–ups 1:29:02 PM    comment []

A paper V–8! 1:28:31 PM    comment []

New Camaro to ride on Solstice platform? 1:27:48 PM    comment []

BMW confirms Z4 Coupe available June 2006 1:27:07 PM    comment []

Charter tourists overdo revelry 1:25:30 PM    comment []

Norway lacks emergency communication network Norway has so far not established an emergency procedure which will ensure communication between key users in an emergency situation.  23.11.2005 More ... 1:24:10 PM    comment []

Hydro acquires 50 percent interest in the Chinook field Norsk Hydro has entered into an agreement with independent Canadian oil and gas company EnCana Corporation to acquire all of the issued shares of an EnCana subsidiary for a cash consideration of 350 million US dollar on a debt-free basis. 23.11.2005 More ... 1:23:04 PM    comment []

Spain launches formal protest against Norway Spain has launched a formal protest to the EU against Norway's arrest of two Spanish trawlers in Svalbard waters last weekend.(Photo:Fisheries Minister Elena Espinosa) 23.11.2005 More ... 1:22:03 PM    comment []

Aker Kvaerner and Clough win Australia contract Woodside Energy Limited in Australia has awarded the Aker Kvaerner and Clough Limited joint venture a contract for the installation of the topsides for the Angel platform. 23.11.2005 More ... 1:20:40 PM    comment []

Australasia Tour: Lonard hoping for some wind As the winds began to sweep in off Bass Strait early on Wednesday afternoon, defending Australian Open champion Peter Lonard observed that any player's chances could come down simply to the luck of the draw. 1:15:14 PM    comment []

Asian Tour: TITLE HOLDER DODD LOOKS FOR REPEAT AT VOLVO CHINA OPEN ROYAL DATE FOR FALDO AND WOOSNAM 1:10:07 PM    comment []

Golfnytt fra Danmark: Årets bedste billede Vinderen af Årets Golfbillede 2005 er fundet. Brian Carlsen, Esbjerg og hans smukke vinterbillede løb med hæderen og præmien | Læs mere... 1:06:34 PM    comment []

Golfnytt fra Sverige: Fem svenskor ordnade LET-kort Fem svenskor – med Sofia Renell längst fram på fjärdeplats – blev under tisdagen klara för Europatouren nästa år. LET-kvalet, som spelades på spanska La Cala, vanns av belgiskan Ellen Smets på totalt -4. Läs mer Tolv svenskar i första "riktiga" ET-tävlingen Volvo China Open är 2006 års andra europatourtävling, den första med fullt startfält. Tolv svenskar finns med på banan. Ytterligare tre tävlingar på nästa års tour ska sedan avgöras före nyår. Läs mer 1:01:43 PM    comment []

Golfnytt fra Norge: Lundgreen klarte kravet Cecilie Lundgreen var den eneste av de norske som kom blant de 30 beste i Europa-kvalet og dermed også en god kategori på neste års Ladies European Tour. Lill-Kristin Sæther misset i play-off og havnet akkurat utenfor de 30 beste. Men likevel forbedret hun seg fra i fjor og vil kunne spille flere LET-turneringer enn i år. Resultater Les mer 12:59:21 PM    comment []

European Seniors Tour: Fernandez takes Lead as Johnson Storms into Contention at Qualifying School Finals 12:53:11 PM    comment []

Ladies European Tour: Ellen Smets wins LET Qualifying School 12:50:56 PM    comment []

PGA Tour: Shark isn't doing enough to help promote Australian golf, Hensby charges PGA Tour Notebook: Pettersson is named the Player of the Month for October 12:48:34 PM    comment []

LPGA Tour: Players express some concern over the details of the 2006 LPGA playoff system 12:47:12 PM    comment []

European Tour: World Cup Winner Dodd defends the Volvo China Open Wie hopes to win the Casio World Open in Japan, not just make the cut In need of a world rankings jump, Casey heads east for the Volvo China Open 12:44:55 PM    comment []

© Copyright 2006 Olaf E. Roalkvam. Last update: 11.09.2006; 18:21:59.