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Open Letter to President Banda WE sincerely thank you President Rupiah Banda for your impartial, steadfast, benevolent, progressive and excellent leadership. Paloma Survives Nomination ZAMBIA's Paloma Manda, who many viewers initially believed would be a favourite for early eviction from the ongoing Big Brother Africa All Stars competition, is slowly exerting herself as a firm contender for the US$200,000 after she survived the eviction nominations from her housemates this week. Government Salutes Zanaco, Comesa THE Government has praised Zanaco and Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) for their continued corporate social responsibility strategy aimed at raising financial literacy levels in Zambia. State Sets Aside K25 Billion for Mufumbwe High School THE Government has allocated K25 billion for the construction of Mufumbwe High School, North-Western Province Minister, Daniel Kalenga has said. KCM Acts to Increase Productivity, Lifespan KONKOLA Copper Mines (KCM) has commenced the project to increase productivity and extend the lifespan of its Nchanga Underground Mine. 'Don't Argue With Court' A LUSAKA magistrates' court handling the case involving nine Ministry of Health employees, yesterday advised defence lawyer Keith Mukata not to argue with the court but wait for its guidance. MMD Candidate Ng'ambi Assured of Chifubu Vote SOME marketeers at Chifubu Market in Ndola have resolved to vote for MMD candidate Frank Ng'ambi in the August 5 parliamentary by-election. Government Wins Kudos Over Mongu-Kalabo Road Project SOME civil society organisations, a political party and a development expert have commended Government over its commitment to build the Mongu-Kalabo Road with anticipation that the development will attract and promote investment into the Western Province. Stakeholders Geared to Grow Economy SOME key players in the agriculture sector have said they are geared to continue increasing production and improve the sector's contribution to the economy. Parley Throws Out Agro Motion PARLIAMENT yesterday rejected a private member's motion that sought to urge Government to remove alleged constraints in the agricultural marketing system by acclamation. Allow 50-50 Per Cent for Polls, NGOCC Advises Political Parties THE Non-Governmental Organisations Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has called on political parties to help bridge the gender inequality gap by adopting women candidates at 50-50 per cent parity ahead of the 2011 presidential and general elections. Mufulira Tests Dams for Copper TECHNICAL studies on the possibility of extracting copper on commercial basis from the Mufulira Tailings dams have started at a cost of US$5 million. Luena Traders Mob RB TRADERS at Limulunga and Main Green markets in Mongu yesterday burst into ecstatic dance and song to celebrate the unexpected appearance of President Rupiah Banda at the trading centres. Press Association Opposes Changes to Broadcasting Authority Act THE Press Association of Zambia (PAZA) has objected to the removal of the appointments committee from the amended Independent Broadcasting Authority Act on grounds that it allows excessive powers to the minister of Information and Broadcasting Services. Unprecedented Violence Marred Polls - Witness LOSING MMD candidate for Mufumbwe, Mulondwe Muzungu has testified that there had been no such violence in the area before where people had been stabbed, their eyes plucked and dogs killed by alleged assailants who went to the area with UPND leader Hakainde Hichilema. A Closer Look at Selfless Chinese Investment in Country ECONOMIC records indicate that China posted a 17.7 per cent rise in exports in December 2009 further overtaking Germany as the world's biggest exporter. Zambia Get New Coach Ahead of K'la Friendly Zambia have appointed a new coach, Dario Bonetti, ahead of their international soccer friendly against the Uganda Cranes in Kampala August 11. Zambian Industrialist Hails Country's Economic Model Zimbabwe has been hailed for making significant headway internationally towards the registration of private property, an improvement that is largely considered indicative of growing industrialisation. Chinese Investment Is Serious The continued investment into Zambia by Chinese firms should by now convince critics that investors from the giant Asian country are serious about setting up business here. Kawambwa School, a Health Hazard THE Public Health Partnership Forum (PHPF) has appealed to health authorities to close Kawambwa Boys Secondary School before the school experiences an outbreak of communicable diseases. Lusaka Show Attendance Overwhelms Organisers AS the 84th Zambia Agriculture and Commercial Show (ZACS) opens tomorrow in Lusaka, the management of the show society has been overwhelmed by the number of exhibitors as all the stands have been taken up. VP Woos More Chinese Investors VICE-President George Kunda has called for more Chinese investments in Zambia, saying there are still many areas in the economy that need massive investments. State Won't Be Distracted By Critics, Says President PRESIDENT Rupiah Banda has said Government will not be distracted from initiating development projects that are beneficial to the citizenry. Party President Offers Solution to Pact Problems PATRIOTIC Front (PF) president Michael Sata has said part of the solution to ending the wrangles that have rocked the pact with the United Party for National Development (UPND) is to choose a presidential candidate who will lead the two parties to next year's general elections. Resign, Media Institute Country Chief Told TWO members of the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Zambia Chapter board of trustees have asked the organisation's chairperson Henry Kabwe to resign following financial irregularities cited in an audit report released last month. Uranium Sale Guidelines in Place, Minister Tells Parley ZAMBIA has developed guidelines to stop the sale of uranium to institutions that may use it for producing dangerous weapons. Form Pact With Citizens - President PRESIDENT Rupiah Banda has urged MMD members to immediately mobilise themselves and form a pact through mass recruitment with the Zambian people ahead of the 2011 general elections. Copperbelt University Students 'Have not Learnt a Thing' IF indeed history teaches us lessons, we are afraid to state that some students at the Copperbelt University (CBU) in Kitwe have not learnt a thing from their past behaviour. Children's Vaccination Nosedives as Deaths Increase Since 2009 southern Africa is tackling a serious epidemic of measles which has already taken 758 lives, mainly in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, Lesotho and South Africa. Youth Vulnerable to Violence James Banda, 27, is an unemployed youth although he occasionally is hired to act as a bus conductor at Lusaka's Kulima Tower Bus Station. He may not have a permanent job, but it is easy to find him.
Africa News	Top
DR Congo boat sinking 'kills 140' About 140 people are feared dead as a boat capsizes on a river in the western Bandundu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Bashir's party doubts Sudan vote President Bashir's NCP says the referendum on south Sudan's secession cannot happen until the internal border is decided. Zimbabwe football chief suspended The Zimbabwe Football Association suspends chief executive Henrietta Rushwaya over match-fixing allegations. Moi told to respect Kenya leader Ex-President Moi is told to respect his successor Mwai Kibaki, as campaigning heats up ahead of next week's referendum. China agrees Guinea mining deal Mining giant Rio Tinto completes a deal with Chinese firm Chalco to enter a joint venture in West Africa. Nigeria brings stock market cases Financial regulators in Nigeria are to bring charges against a list of people they accuse of illegally manipulating the stock market. South African union strike threat Unions representing South African public sector workers say the government has seven days to make a deal to stop a planned strike. UN declares right to clean water The UN declares that access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right, in a non-binding resolution. Zimbabwe 'run by military junta' Zimbabwean politician Roy Bennett accuses President Robert Mugabe of being the front for by a military junta. Four guilty over SA humiliation Four white South Africans plead guilty to humiliating five black workers at a university after a video of the incident was posted on the internet. German Darfur aid workers freed Two German aid workers kidnapped in Sudan's Darfur region are freed unharmed after five weeks in captivity, officials say. Royals flushed: South Africa halves number of recognised monarchies Half of South Africa's traditional kings and queens will no longer be recognised, a six-year government study concludes. Runaway tiger found in S Africa after two-day search A pet tiger that escaped in South Africa is found after a two-day search with helicopters, a tracker and sniffer dogs. Nigeria edge into Under-20 final Nigeria's Falconets beat Colombia 1-0 to reach the final of the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Germany. Angola to host Cosafa Cup 2010 Nations Cup hosts Angola will host the Cosafa Senior Challenge Cup in November. Dynamos hopeful ahead of big test It's another weekend of African Champions League football and Zimbabwe's Dynamos hope to get their campaign back on track. Easy money? If kidnapping is so simple, why doesn't everyone do it? Nigeria leader creates 'bad' bank Nigeria creates new agency that will take over bad loans. Japanese buy SA IT company Japan's NTT to pay $3.2bn for South Africa's Dimension Data. 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Human cost Madagascar hospitals hit as aid cut over army coup The original Sinbad? China searches off Kenya for legacy of legendary mariner Viewpoint on visitors Nice when they arrive - just as nice when they leave Olympic dreams Namibia's Diamond sparkles in 2012 campaign Lost in the desert Did African divisions hamper efforts to save French hostage? Q&A: Kenya vote A guide to what is at stake in the constitutional referendum
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Soccer News	Top
No West Ham offer, says Beckham David Beckham has dismissed speculation linking him with a move to West Ham with his spokesman insisting that the former England skipper is happy with life at LA Galaxy. Liverpool, Juve make winning Europa League starts European giants Liverpool and Juventus began life under new coaches with victories in the first legs of their Europa League third qualifying round ties on Thursday. Boumsong boosts French legion at Panathinaikos Experienced defender Jean Alain Boumsong will follow French teammates Djibril Cisse and newly-arrived Sidney Govou by sealing a move to Greek champions Panathinaikos on Friday. Uruguay star Fernandez joins Sounders Uruguay midfielder Alvaro Fernandez, who played in four World Cup matches for the semi-finalists, has joined the Seattle Sounders, the Major League Soccer club announced Thursday. France meet Spain in clash of junior titans Hosts France confront Spain in the final of the Under-19 European Championship in Caen, northern France on Friday, as the tournament´s most eye-catching sides bid to bow out in glory. Ibrahimovic commits to Barcelona Barcelona´s Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has put an end to speculation that he is leaving the Spanish champions, saying Thursday that he is staying put at the club. Mancini ready to take Robinho back Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini is ready to make peace with Robinho if the Brazil forward is willing to raise his game for the Premier League club. Maradona´s ´betrayal and liar´ claims dismissed Argentina football chief Julio Grondona and team manager Carlos Bilardo have rejected accusations of deceit and betrayal levelled at them by sacked coach Diego Maradona. Khedira closes in on Real Madrid move Stuttgart´s German international midfielder Sami Khedira is closing in on a move to Spanish club Real Madrid, the club´s sporting director Fredi Bobic confirmed on Thursday. Strasbourg withdraw bid to host Euro 2016 matches The cash-strapped French city of Strasbourg announced on Thursday they have withdrawn their bid to host matches in the 2016 European football championship. Fergie gives backing to under-fire Glazers Alex Ferguson insists the much-criticised Glazer family have done a good job as owners of Manchester United. Robson says Chelsea or Man Utd will win title Chelsea and Manchester United are likely to slug it out again for the Premier League title when the new season kicks off next month, former England captain Bryan Robson said Thursday. Hughes to fill Hodgson shoes at Fulham Former Manchester City manager Mark Hughes is poised to take on the managerial post at Fulham later today. Injury blow for Taylor Newcastle defender Steven Taylor is set to be sidelined injured for the first three months of the new season, the newly-promoted Premier League side said Thursday. Brazilian Walter signs for FC Porto Brazilian striker Walter Henrique da Silva has signed for five years with FC Porto in a deal worth six million euros, the Portuguese club confirmed on Thursday. Benitez can improve Inter - Materazzi Internazionale defender Marco Materazzi believes new coach Rafael Benitez can improve the team after the very succesful José Mourinho era. Mourinho admits Carvalho interest Real Madrid coach José Mourinho admits he would love to welcome his former Chelsea and Porto pupil Ricardo Carvalho at the Santiago Bernabéu. Spain´s La Liga seeks to boost popularity in Asia Spain´s La Liga said Thursday it would launch a pre-season exhibition tournament in Asia next year to boost its profile in the region, where the English Premier League dominates. Cagliari tell Arsenal to raise offer for Marchetti Arsenal will have to step up their bid if they want to sign goalkeeper Federico Marchetti from Cagliari. €25m enough for Real target Thiago Silva - agent The agent of Thiago Silva has revealed Real Madrid are pushing to sign the Milan defender. Balotelli agent in England to finish City deal The agent of Mario Balotelli has arrived in Egland to hold negotiations with Manchester City. Internacional close to Libertadores final Internacional have one leg in the final of the Copa Libertadores following a 1-0 win over Sao Paulo in an all-Brazilian semi final. Phoenix sign Argentine midfielder Cornejo Wellington Phoenix FC said on Thursday they had signed Argentine midfielder Oscar Roberto Cornejo for this Australian A-League season. Inter Milan begin defence at Bologna Serie A champions Inter Milan will begin the new season with a trip to Bologna, it has been announced following the official draw for the 2010/2011 fixtures. Milan's Galliani not expecting new arrivals Milan vice president Adriano Galliani has revealed that the Lombardy based club may not dip into the transfer market this summer. It's not over yet - Lennon Celtic manager Neil Lennon remained defiant after his side were well-beaten by Sporting Braga in the UEFA Champions League's third round qualifying first leg in Portugal. No Behrami bid from Roma Roma's sporting director Daniele Prade has snubbed rumors that Roma are interested to land Valon Behrami. Senna flattered by Barca link Villarreal midfielder Marcos Senna has admitted that he feels privileged to be linked with Catalonia giants Barcelona. Lazio close in on Kolarov replacement Lazio president Claudio Lotito claims the club are closing in on Manchester City's Javier Garrido. Guardado commits to Deportivo Mexico winger Andres Guardado insisted that he will remain at the La Liga club for years to come, after returning to training for the Galician side. Marseille win French Super Cup Olympique Marseille have won the first French trophy of the season, beating PSG in the annual Super Cup clash. Celtic, Ajax in nightmare Champions League starts Former European champions Celtic and Ajax were battling for Champions League survival on Wednesday after enduring nightmare starts to their qualifying campaigns. PAOK get draw at Ajax in Champions League qualifying Ajax failed to do what it had to do against Greek side PAOK, drawing 1-1 despite being much stronger in the opening half. Rosenborg win at AIK in Scandinavian clash Norwegian side Rosenborg are a step closer to the final qualifying round for the UEFA Champions League following a small victory at AIK in Sweden. Fenerbahce held at Young Boys Turkish giants Fenerbahce were held to a somewhat surprising 2-2 draw in their Champions League qualifying first leg encountert with Swiss side Young Boys. Emotional Maradona lashes out at ´treason´ Diego Maradona has accused Argentina football chief Julio Grondona of lying and team manager Carlos Bilardo of treason in a bitter attack on the two men he insists plotted his downfall. Celtic slump to Champions League defeat Neil Lennon endured a nightmare European debut as Celtic boss as Portuguese side Braga claimed a 3-0 win in the first leg of their Champions League third qualifying round tie on Wednesday. Troubled Iraq league gets August 3 restart Iraq´s national league will restart on August 3, the Iraqi Football Association (IFA) said on Wednesday, after two weeks of political turmoil. Hodgson silent on Young rumors Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson did not comment on news reports suggesting he made a bid for Aston Villa's Luke Young. Arsenal looking to sign Mertesacker Arsenal have already turned to Werder Bremen defender Per Mertesacker in order to solve their defensive crisis. Schwarzer still Wenger's number one target Goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer is still Arsenal's number one target, according to the Mirror. Abidal raring for Barca return after World Cup flop French international Eric Abidal admitted Wednesday that he was raring to return to action with Primera Liga and European champions Barcelona after the nightmare of France´s World Cup flop. Balotelli not 'indispensable' - Moratti Internazionale president Massimo Moratti says Manchester City target has not been 'indispensable' for the achievements of the club. Agent: Real move for Khedira soon Stuttgart midfielder Sami Khedira move to La Liga giants Real Madrid is edging closer, according to the player's agent. Diego snubs Bayern interest Juventus midfielder Diego is happy to stay in Turin despite reports linking him with a move to Bundesliga champions Bayern München. West Ham reject Spurs bid for Parker West Ham revealed Wednesday they have rejected an offer from Premier League rivals Tottenham for England international midfielder Scott Parker. Spurs' Parker bid rejected West Ham United have turned down a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Scott Parker. Carew won't set goals target Aston Villa forward John Carew will not set himself a target of goals for the Villa Park outfit for the upcoming season. Campbell completes Newcastle move Former England defender Sol Campbell on Wednesday completed his move to newly-promoted Premier League side Newcastle on a one-year deal. Chelsea give Ancelotti licence to shop Chelsea have assured manager Carlo Ancelotti the answer will be yes if he asks for transfer funds to bolster his squad.
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Facebook data hoarder speaks out Security researcher Ron Bowes tells BBC News why he collected and published the personal details of 100m Facebook users. Google cleared of wi-fi snooping No "significant" personal data was grabbed by Google when it snooped on wi-fi networks, says the UK data protection office. Amazon offers new look UK Kindle Online retailer Amazon launches its popular Kindle e-reader into the UK market for the first time, with a new look and more books. Nintendo game copiers 'illegal' A High Court has ruled that devices that allow gamers to play pirated video games on the Nintendo DS console are illegal in the UK. Government's £6m web search bill Four government departments spent almost £6m ensuring their websites appeared on search engine results pages, new figures show. Legal action on 'zombie cookies' Lawsuit filed in San Francisco district court after firms resurrected deleted browser cookies. State of global internet revealed Asian countries top the charts when it comes to internet speeds, according to a global survey by network giant Akamai. Green light for mobile auctions The government has finally set a date for the auction of airwaves crucial to next-generation mobile services. Botnet hacker caught in Slovenia One of the hackers behind a computer virus that infected nearly 13m computers has been tracked down by international authorities. Long wait for StarCraft II ends The long awaited real-time-strategy game StarCraft II has gone on sale, 12 years after the popular first edition was released. Facebook makes move into search Facebook has made its first steps into the search market with the launch a servcie that allows users to quiz the site's 500m members. Britain's oldest Tweeter dies at the age of 104 104-year-old Ivy Bean, who is said to be the oldest user of social media site Twitter, has passed away in her sleep. Online etiquette Nothing said online is really private, says Bill Thompson Step away from the iPod Banning technology from classrooms is unlikely to solve any problems, thinks Bill Thompson. Building the Networked World Open software, fast broadband and a narrower digital divide. Europe lays out its digital agenda. Facebook battles privacy and profit Is the social network's pursuit of short-term profits risking its long-term survival? Websites take on bogus reviewers Search engines and websites are seeking ways to beat spammers who post fake reviews Gadgets embraced by Wimbledon How the oldest tennis tournament and its fans are embracing modern technology. Hi-tech help for disaster zones How technology has ushered in a new era for aid work in disaster zones New era for African independence Programmers, developers and software makers herald a new era of African independence. Can someone download a doctor? Afridoctor offers personal medical advice and emergency distress service via mobile phone. View from the end of the world Photographers and film-makers capture their 3-D views of the corners of virtual worlds Girl Geeks: Women in tech on top Are women happy being known as geeks? Ash cloud passengers publish zine The volcanic ash cloud that shut down British airspace, leaving thousands of travellers stranded also brought many strangers together digitally to create a silver lining. On a mission with the rocket men In our series about makers and hackers, we look at the world of amateur rocket-makers. Resurrecting Victorian technology The release of an album on wax cylinder inspired us to try to make a phonograph to play it. Robots and gaming at hi-tech school Robot and video game design classes are par for the course at San Diego's High Tech High. Who will win the 3D TV war? Some of the biggest names in Japan's technology industry report earnings later today and the likes of Panasonic and Sony are betting on 3D to drive sales of new TVs, DVD players and camcorders. The man with the keys to the web A British computer expert has been entrusted with part of a digital key, to help restart the internet in the event of a major catastrophe. Paul Kane talked to Eddie Mair on Radio 4's PM programme about what he might be called upon to do in an international online emergency. Gamers try out Nintendo 3DS Two Newsbeat listeners, Neil and Melanie, have been given a sneak preview of Nintendo's new hand-held console the 3DS. HTC makes first foray into China One of the world's top designers of smartphones, Taiwan's HTC, has announced it is moving into the Chinese market for the first time. Can you crack the cyber-crime code? A Britain's Got Talent style competition is being held to find UK's finest IT workers. Space age sub explores slick David Shukman takes a dive in a research sub as it investigates the effects of the oil spill on the Gulf of Mexico's coral reefs. Why women gamers are big business Almost half the people who play computers games in Britain are women, but they often prefer a different type of game to men. Royal family opens Flickr account Rare pictures of the Royal family have been posted on the internet after Buckingham Palace opened an account on photo sharing website Flickr. Speed limit What makes your broadband connection slow? Sneak preview The world's first 3D handheld console on test What is Wikileaks? A look at the secretive whistle-blowing website
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