| Ross Garnaut says greenhouse gas targets to tackle climate change are ...
THE V8, bar fridge and dodgy air-conditioner could be things of the past as the man commissioned to review climate change policy urges MASSIVE cuts. Professor Ross Garnaut released his interim report from the Garnaut Climate Change Review in Adelaide today and warns Australia could "possibly be the biggest loser among developed nations". The report also states that Australia’s interest in strong global action stems from its "exceptional sensitivity to climate change", and its "exceptional opportunity to do well in a world of effective global mitigation". "We have many resources and skills that will allow us to convert strong global action into an economic opportunity," Professor Garnaut said. "We have a first-rate skills base in areas related to innovation, management and financial services.
Crims' jail time trimmed
SERIOUS criminal offenders will receive shorter jail sentences because of record prison overcrowding, a judge has warned. District Court Judge Marie Shaw said jail terms were being reduced in Britain because of similar problems with prison overcrowding, sparking a political storm last night. "In England, what's happening with overcrowding is that the Court of Appeal has handed down a decision that means that, because there isn't suitable housing for prisoners, prisoners get shorter sentences and are being released," Judge Shaw said. She made her remarks on Monday during a bail hearing for a convicted sex offender who had spent almost four weeks in the City Watchhouse in conditions described by his lawyer as "inhumane". The Advertiser previously has reported how the Department for Correctional Services has used the facility since February to hold up to 37 male and female remand prisoners because the state's prisons were full.
Photos: Suzuki Offers Truckloads of Fun at 2008 North American ...
DETROIT, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- After a fourth consecutive year of increasing sales, and more than 100,000 units sold for the second year in a row, Suzuki Auto carries enormous momentum into the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). With the Motor City serving as a backdrop, Suzuki showcases its X-HEAD concept, a completely contemporary vision of off-roading built on Suzuki's 40-year history of credible off-road architectures. The Suzuki X-HEAD, making its North American debut at NAIAS this year, combines form and function -- with a healthy dose of "cool factor" -- using purpose-built modules for various active lifestyles. To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/suzuki/31375/ In addition to the go-anywhere X-HEAD, Suzuki will showcase the SXForce, a sportbike-inspired concept based on the all-new 2008 four-door SX4 Sport that embodies the company's legendary motorcycle heritage.
Views: KGB; Compassion for rape victims; Monroe Street development
Thanks to Wisconsin State Journal sports reporter Jason Wilde for Friday's article on Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila and the film, "Facing the Giants." It is a great movie with principles that can be used in many areas of our lives. We each need to take responsibility in our lives, and take time to impact others' lives. Both KGB and this movie have done a super job of living that. The movie is also clear on the message that our hope and direction is from one source, and that is the Lord God -- Jesus. .
Industrial-space vacancy rises Valley records 6.2 percent rate in ...
Johnstone Supply workers from left, Corrine Conti, Antonio Moore, Mel Hathaway and Susan Sanders fill an order Tuesday. Johnstone, a distributor of heating and cooling equipment, took 130,000 square feet of industrial space at Cheyenne Industrial Center in North Las Vegas.
Photo by Marlene Karas/Review Journal.
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New Delhi, December 13
Chill pierced deeper even during the day in the Capital on Thursday. Tribune photo by Manas Ranjan Bhui
Disabled employees entitled to reservation in promotion: HC
New Delhi, December 13
In a judgement that holds promise for government employees suffering from disability, the Delhi High Court has held that they are entitled to the benefits of reservation in promotion. .
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