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Naked hairdressers offer Hotcuts with topless trims

The idea for Hotcuts came from Polish-born owner Wojtek Wasilewski, 26. But it took him 18 months to find four girls, hairdressers, who were willing to go semi naked as they brandished their scissors. Wojtek said: 'I wanted to make the salon like a gentlemen's club. 'Business  …

Heavy US losses in Afghan battle

Eight American soldiers and two Afghan troops have been killed in the deadliest attack on coalition troops for more than a year, officials say.

Microsoft releases free security software | Australian IT

MICROSOFT has released free software that people can use to protect computers against viruses, spyware and other malicious codes in arsenals of cyber criminals.

Lehman investor to get her day in court

Citibank has become the first financial institution to be taken to court by the Consumer Council over the Lehman minibonds saga. And the case of nurse Chan Mei-ying may open the way for an avalanche: the council is readying more than 100 other cases with potential for court acti …

Swine flu keeps two schools shut as new term begins - The Standard

Even as most schools reopen today after a long summer break, two have suspended or postponed classes after an outbreak of human swine flu (H1N1).

Defense ministry launches website

China's defense ministry has launched its first website, which includes an English version, as part of a charm offensive aimed at countering foreign fears about the military's transparency.

Hang Seng posts worst weekly drop since June

Hong Kong stocks fell, with the benchmark index posting its worst drop for the week since June, after news China plans to tighten capital requirements for banks.

Buffett say economy recovering

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said the US economy has avoided a meltdown and appears on a slow path to recovery, but Congress must now deal with enormous amounts of debt that threaten to erode US purchasing power.

Totti could sit out start of Serie A season

Roma captain Francesco Totti could miss the start of the Serie A season with a thigh injury. It is the latest blow for the 32-year-old, who has struggled with injuries over the past few years.

Leo: Ron needs to step up

AC Milan coach Leonardo believes that playmaker Ronaldinho needs to raise his consistency in games to have a real impact. Milan have sold Kaka to Real Madrid, lost legendary captain Paolo Maldini to retirement and changed coaches with Carlo Ancelotti heading to Chelsea.

How to finance a green-tech revolution

If you're looking to bankroll a green-business revolution, boring old banks and the government are looking just as effective as flashy venture capitalists. Tech investors from Silicon Valley to Shanghai are betting billions of dollars on breakthrough green technologies, with man …

Russian navy finds missing ship and crew

The missing cargo ship Arctic Sea has been found off the coast of Cape Verde and its Russian crew transferred in good condition to a Russian naval vessel, Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov said.

Hang Seng Index dives 3.6pc at close

(08-17 16:19) Hong Kong shares posted their steepest drop in more than four months, sliding 3.6 percent on Monday, tracking a sharp drop on the Shanghai bourse and after US consumer confidence data darkened the global economic outlook.

Cicinho wants Brazil return and not Barca

Roma right-back Cicinho insists that while he is flattered by Barcelona's reported interest, he is seeking a return to Brazil. Speculation is rife that Barca are set to make a 10million euro offer for Cicinho, who is under contract at the Giallorossi until 2012.

Ribery: Staying and never wanted Real move

Bayern Munich midfielder Franck Ribery has slammed the door firmly shut on a possible departure from the Bundesliga club.

Premier League ins and outs

THE summer transfer window is well underway with some huge transfers already completed.

BREAST MILK is the world's greatest superfood - or is it?

World Health Organisation adviser Professor Michael Kramer this week claimed its benefits have been greatly exaggerated. Yet every year millions of pounds are poured into educational breast-feeding campaigns by the Department of Health.

(AFP) – 11 hours ago TOKYO — Two thirds of big Japanese companies expect the country's economy to recover by the middle of next year, according to a survey by Kyodo News released Sunday. Of 108 firms polled, 71 expected a recovery by the midd

TOKYO — Two thirds of big Japanese companies expect the country's economy to recover by the middle of next year, according to a survey by Kyodo News released Sunday. Of 108 firms polled, 71 expected a recovery by the middle of 2010.

Japan confirms first H1N1 death

TOKYO, Aug 15 (Reuters) - A man in his 50s from the southern Japanese prefecture of Okinawa has died from the H1N1 influenza virus, becoming the country's first fatality from the disease, the Health Ministry said on Saturday.

Japan's Smoking Population Drops To Record Low; Under 25%

TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- The percentage of smokers in Japan has fallen below a quarter of the adult population for the first time, with both men and women lighting up less, according to the results of a nationwide survey released Friday by Japan Tobacco Inc. (2914.TO).

Koizumi, Abe make Yasukuni visit

Despite the hectic runup to the general election, former Prime Ministers Junichiro Koizumi and Shinzo Abe, as well as a Cabinet minister and other Diet members, found time to visit Yasukuni Shrine on Saturday.

Women to join Iran cabinet

IRANIAN President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday he plans to appoint at least two women ministers to his new cabinet, a first in the Islamic republic.

Singapore can still grow even if world markets not expanding fast

Singapore has seen the worst of the current recession and although a subdued recovery is expected for the global economy, the country can still grow by sharpening its skills and enlarging its market share.

Verizon completes initial 4G wireless test

Verizon Wireless announced Friday that it has completed initial testing of its 4G wireless service in Boston and Seattle. Using a new technology called Long Term Evolution (LTE), Verizon was successfully able to complete data calls in Boston and Seattle, the first two cities whe …

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