Alexandria and the Egyptian Mediterranean; a traveler's guide, rev.ed.
9789774249891 Alexandria and the Egyptian Mediterranean; a traveler's guide, rev.ed. Jobbins, Jenny and Mary Megalli. American U. in Cairo Press 2006 233 pages $24.95 Paperback DT45 In its first revised edition...

Governance in the Middle East, North Africa and Western Balkans; challenges and priorities in reforming public administration in the Mediterranean region.
9789211231694 Governance in the Middle East, North Africa and Western Balkans; challenges and priorities in reforming public administration in the Mediterranean region. Department of Economic and Social Affairs. United Nations Publications 2008 386 pages $45.00 ...

Ovadias Tours Celebrates 50 Years; Travel Agents can Win a 12-night Holiday and Cruise for Two in Mediterranean.
ATHENS, Greece, November 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialist operator Ovadias Tours is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, and agents can be part of the celebration. All those who sell over US$25,000 in Ovadias tour products will be automatically entered to win a 12- night holiday and cruise for two....

New Bond flick disappoints, lacks excitement, wit, verve.
What have they done to James Bond? If you've never read any of the 007 novels, you should read at least one of the early books to get the true flavor of the special spy that English author Ian Fleming created. The official James Bond...

Wheat Foods Council Explores Pasta Around the Globe with 'World of Pastabilities'.
Pasta recipes from North Africa to Russia celebrate World Pasta Day PARKER, Colo., Oct. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of World Pasta Day on Saturday, October 25th, the Wheat Foods Council explores pasta's global influence with World of Pastabilities. Beginning in October, people can get a "taste"...

Analyze the map.
Study the map. Then mark the circle next to the correct answer. 1. Which country does not border the Gulf of Aden? (A) Yemen (B) Ethiopia (C) Somalia 2. The Suez Canal flows through which country? (A)...

Carlson Hotels Worldwide Signs 33 New Properties in the Third Quarter of 2008.
Twelve New Hotels Added to Portfolio in August and September MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlson Hotels Worldwide today announced that it has signed franchise or management agreements for 33 new properties in the third quarter of 2008. The new hotels and resorts span 13 countries, including...

Winners Announced of the HOT BIRD(TM) TV Awards 2008.
PARIS, November 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The winners of the HOT BIRD(TM) TV Awards, which recognizes excellence in thematic satellite television broadcasting, were honoured on November 14 at a gala ceremony in Venice. The Awards are administered by a jury of media experts and organised annually by Eutelsat,...

ENTREE NOTES.
Byline: The Register-Guard Tastings friday The Broadway - 200 W. Broadway. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Features pairings of wines and traditions from old and new worlds for the holidays. Free. 685-0790. Julia's Flowers & Wine - 5892 Main St., Springfield....

Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne to Boost Italian Defense and Disaster Prevention Satellite.
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, a United Technologies Corp. company, will help Italy further its national defense and disaster prevention by boosting a radar satellite into space on Oct. 24. COSMO-SkyMed 3, a satellite with both civilian and military applications, will be onboard a...