Gnomes replace Luther monument

Gnomes replace Luther monument

Gnomes replace Luther monument

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:42 PM PDT

Famed as one of Germany's most important religious figures, Martin Luther spent many years in the town of Wittenberg, where a statue commemorates him.


Australia PM vows 'Yes we will' as tight polls loom (AFP)

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:43 PM PDT

Australia's Prime Minister Julia Gillard (R) and her partner Tim Mathieson (L) wave to supporters after addressing the Australian Labor Party campaign launch in Brisbane. Gillard on Monday made a Barack Obama-style AFP - Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Monday made a Barack Obama-style "Yes we will" pledge to transform the country's healthcare and workforce ahead of knife-edge weekend elections.

Gnomes replace Luther monument

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:42 PM PDT

Famed as one of Germany's most important religious figures, Martin Luther spent many years in the town of Wittenberg, where a statue commemorates him.


Finland to tighten gun laws

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:22 PM PDT

Finland has some of the most relaxed gun laws in the world but they could be about to get tougher.


Celebrity presence the novelty at Indian weddings (AFP)

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:22 PM PDT

This file photo taken on April 2, 2009 shows a model displaying bridal wear and jewellery during a promotional event in Mumbai. With weddings traditionally the central focus of Indian life, the new wave of money in Indian society has created ever-higher demands for lavish, unique marriage celebrations(AFP/Pal Pillai)AFP - R.K. Chudawala, a diamond merchant in New Delhi, added sparkle to his wedding last year by hiring top Bollywood stars to attend the celebrations -- but he comes over all coy when asked for details.

US and S Korea resume joint drills

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 10:24 PM PDT

North Korea continues to issue threats as combined military exercises continue.


China?s Insatiable Appetite For Heavy-Duty Trucks

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 09:57 PM PDT

A booming economy needs the right equipment to power it and transport its goods.


If Israel Attacks Iran, What About China?

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 09:19 PM PDT

The nation has much at stake in a Middle East war.


HMO Whistleblowers Proliferate: Are They Sincere?

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 08:27 PM PDT

Ex-industry critics of HMOs keep popping up. Are they sincere?


Lujiazui Breakfast: News And Views About China Stocks (Aug. 16)

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 08:20 PM PDT

Investors and traders in China's main financial district in Shanghai are talking about the following


Pebble Beach: Morning Photos

Posted: 15 Aug 2010 01:41 PM PDT

Here are photos of some of the earliest racing cars ever made, from the 1920s to the 1960s. I?


Why ?Toy Story 3? Is Not Actually The Highest Grossing Animated Film of All Time

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 06:22 PM PDT

Adjust for inflation and Toy Story 3's box office earnings become a lot less impressive.


McLaren Director Antony Sheriff Talks About the New MP4-12C

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 05:58 PM PDT

This morning I had the chance to speak with Antony Sheriff, the managing director of McLaren Automot


Michael Fux?s Rolls-Royce Ghost

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 03:09 PM PDT

Here are a couple shots of the first-ever bespoke Rolls-Royce Ghost, unveiled at Pebble Beach yester


Start Smiling: It Pays To Be Happy At Work

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 01:30 PM PDT

Happiness at work doesn't just boost morale, it leads to better reviews, faster promotion, fatter salaries and higher productivity.


Airline Fees and Frustrated Customers

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 08:37 AM PDT

Airlines are trying to make a profit; something that has not happened in aggregate in their entire h


Edsel Ford, Stirling Moss at Mercedes Dinner at Pebble

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 07:58 AM PDT

The place to be for automotive dignitaries last night was Mercedes-Benz?s annual dinner at the


Top 10 Things To Do In Dubai

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 07:45 AM PDT

An insider's guide to the Gulf's most bustling city.


Iran Can Build A New Nuke, Why Can?t We?

Posted: 14 Aug 2010 07:25 AM PDT

With yesterday?s news that Russia will begin loading nuclear fuel into Iran?s nuclear re


Pebble Photos: More Shots From The Quail

Posted: 13 Aug 2010 06:52 PM PDT

Here are more photos from today?s exclusive show at The Quail Lodge at Pebble Beach. The yell


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