Read other Stories... (The Hook) Published August 2, 2007 in issue 0631 of the HooK. When you're tubing down the James River, living really is easy. Let James River Runners (286-2338) or James River Reeling and Rafting (286-4386) arrange the trip....more...Taleban kill first hostage from kidnapped group (The Scotsman) TALEBAN rebels have killed one of 23 South Korean Christian hostages being held captive in Afghanistan after their demands for the release of 23 prisoners were not met....more... SNP set to publish plans for independence referendum (The Scotsman) PLANS for a referendum on independence will be published within two weeks, Alex Salmond, the First Minister, confirmed yesterday, triggering a chorus of criticism from opposition parties....more... Trams put the squeeze on city's streets (The Scotsman) PRINCES Street pavement to be narrowed and Holmes statue to move as roads rejigged for £594m project....more... Seagulls' new stadium - The details (Worthing Today) AS Brighton and Hove Albion receive the green light from the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Hazel Blears, the Herald is publishing the decision details. (24/07/2007 12:48:08)...more... The 10 best adventure travel bargains of 2007 (USA Today) What does value mean for adventure travel? It certainly entails paying a reasonable price, but it also means choosing an outfitter that's experienced, safety-conscious, and respectful of the environment and culture encountered on the trip. When I'm climbing a mountain or rafting a river with a company, I want to believe my guides know what they're doing, the equipment is reliable, and they aren't ......more... Bhoys of summer have gone, insists upbeat Strachan Holidays over as All-Stars beat Celtic (The Scotsman: Sport) GORDON Strachan declared the summer officially over after his Celtic side were beaten 2-0 by the Major League Soccer All-Stars in Denver, Colorado....more... RAGBRAI 2007 Part 1 (The Daily Reporter) Welcome RAGBRAI XXXV Riders, Families and Friends! On behalf of the citizens of Spencer, the Business Community and Clay County -- I am pleased to welcome RAGBRAI back to the Spencer area....more... Say "no" to in-flight mobile phones (Daily Telegraph) Our campaign to keep phones off planes is gathering pace. Sign our petition and read other readers' feedback below....more... |