Moreau’s disappointing day dashes French hopes of home-grown winne…
The News Review:
- Moreau’s disappointing day dashes French hopes of home-grown winne…
- Brazil leads way in biofuels exports.
- Arctic Monkeys set hot pace in Mercury prize
- Colorado to witness Celtic lore
- In What Was ‘Heaven on Earth,’ 18 Holes and 13 Dead
Moreau’s disappointing day dashes French hopes of home-grown winne…
International Herald Tribune – Jul 18, 2007
Count Christophe Moreau among the former and Robert Hunter among the latter. Moreau had made the French believe that they might get a new home-grown winner at the Tour de France. But that hope was dealt a serious setback in Thursday's 11th stage, when Moreau was dropped behind by a pack that was speeding away and led by stage winner Robert Hunter of South Africa. Overall leader Michael Rasmussen of Denmark kept up with the pack and his advantage didn't change against his main rivals — except Moreau, who dropped to 14th place from sixth and whose deficit nearly doubled, to 6 minutes, 38 seconds.
Brazil leads way in biofuels exports.
Free with registration – Miami Herald – AccessMyLibrary.com – Jul 18, 2007
Kitts and Nevis to Peru — are trying to catch the biofuels wave. Government officials throughout the region say they want to help reduce global warming and improve public health by producing a less-polluting fuel, but the main driver is the desire to create jobs, attract new investment and increase exports to the United States and Europe. “It’s a cleaner, cheaper and home-grown source of energy,” said David E.
Arctic Monkeys set hot pace in Mercury prize
Guardian Unlimited – Jul 18, 2007
Yesterday the Arctic Monkeys ticked off another as they became the first act to be nominated for the Nationwide Mercury prize two years running. The Sheffield foursome go head to head with fellow former winner Dizzee Rascal, tabloid fixture Amy Winehouse and nine others on a list which, while not as eclectic as in recent years, showcases the current strength of home-grown rock and pop talent. Alongside debuts from Dundee indie band the View, angular post-punk outfit the Young Knives and the dreamy soundscapes of Maps, two bands which represent the so-called new-rave movement were also named. The Klaxons’ Myths of the Near Future and New Young Pony Club’s Fantastic Playroom both mix guitars with synths. Others nominated for their first releases include Bat For Lashes, otherwise known as 27-year-old Natasha Khan, whose hypnotic voice has been compared to Bjork and Kate Bush, and Londoner Jamie T. The Arctic Monkeys, who won last year for the fastest ever selling debut, were immediately installed as favourites alongside Winehouse, who was nominated for the big-selling Back to Black.
Colorado to witness Celtic lore
Denver Post – Jul 18, 2007
Add to that haul a total of 47 Scottish cups (Football Association and league) and a European Cup in 1967, when Celtic became the first club to win the hallowed trophy with a home-grown squad, and it’s easy to see why the clover on Celtic’s badge has four leaves. Although its stars might be unknown on this side of the pond, Celtic has an impressive collection of talent that includes Thomas Gravesen, Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink and Lee Naylor. Japanese star Shunsuke Nakamura did not make the trip. Against the MLS squad Thursday, Celtic will face a group of in-form players who will be motivated to steal some of the shine off Celtic’s U.
In What Was ‘Heaven on Earth,’ 18 Holes and 13 Dead
Washington Post – Jul 18, 2007
It’s a wonderful piece of real estate. But it’s in a rough neighborhood, with two nuclear powers, India and Pakistan, each claiming it. There have been two wars fought over Kashmir, along with daily skirmishes between the half-million Indian security troops and the Pakistani-backed militants, along with home-grown separatists who want Kashmir to be its own country. But with mainland India reaping the fruits of its “Incredible India” tourist campaign, local officials say Kashmir can be a golfing destination. There are now three major golf courses in Kashmir, including a new one in Srinagar. Yes, golf, in Kashmir. Why not? Just because a place isn’t living in a state of constant peace doesn’t mean you can’t have any fun.