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The Battle For Taal Is On

A Korean firm is constructing a spa hotel and resort around the perimeter of an active volcano for crying out loud. Will they provide tourists with asbestos swimsuits?

A few years ago, I was invited to cross Taal Lake and climb the peak of Taal Volcano. It was about an hour trip to reach the top. I nearly passed out during that 30-minute horseback ride wearing skirt and pants I borrowed… continue reading here.

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Liz Claiborne Passes Away At 78

Founder of billion dollar fashion empire, Liz Claiborne, died of cancer last Tuesday, June 26, at New York Presbyterian Hospital. She was 78.

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Liz Claiborne was known for her chic yet affordable fashion apparel for career women. Her company, Liz Claiborne, Inc., is now a multi-brand company that bears her name - from socks, sportswear, career clothes to perfumery. Many people consider the world renown designer… continue reading here.

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Quotes from Sex And The City

Got this from a friend. Turns out that the TV show isn’t really about crap and getting laid at all. I guess these apply to both men and women. Proceed with caution though. Talking about issues with your partners is still highly recommended.

1. If a man wants you, nothing can keep him away. If he doesn’t want you, nothing can make him stay.

2. Stop making excuses for a man and… continue reading here.

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Kobayashi Suffers From Jaw Arthritis

Looks like we will miss Japan’s speed eater, Takeru Kobayashi, on this year’s Nathan’s Hotdog Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York. The contest is on July 4.

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Twenty nine-year-old Kobayashi, famous for wolfing down dozens of hotdogs in a couple minutes for the past 6 years, was recently diagnosed with jaw arthritis. The injury manifested a week before his training for Nathan’s eating contest.

He can… continue reading here.

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Cameron Diaz Bag Causes Uproar In Peru

It was no ordinary bag that Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz carried with her to Peru last Sunday. She was heavily criticized by Peruvians for her political insensitivity.

For Peruvians, that bag was a painful reminder of their struggles under communism. The olive green bag was emblazoned with a red star and a Maoist slogan “Serve The People” written in Chinese. It was one of the political slogans of Chinese communist leader… continue reading here.

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