VOA Africa News Summary

Here are today's top stories from VOA Africa. To listen or watch one of our programs or to read more visit our website at www.voaafrica.com.

ANC Urges More South African Pressure on Zimbabwe   South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) says South Africa put more pressure on Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF party to form a unity government with the opposition to help resolve the economic crisis. Activists Accuse Sudan of Enslaving Thousands in Darfur Darfur Consortium says it has evidence  men, women and children abducted during fighting in Western Sudan Sudanese Refugees Leave Iraq for Resettlement UN refugee spokesman says 97 Sudanese refugees will fly to Romania to wait for their resettlement applications to be processed, another group of 42 Sudanese refugees are expected to leave Iraq next month  UN Security Council Approves Anti-Piracy Measure   Resolution 1851 authorizes states with permission from Somalia's transitional federal government, to 'undertake all necessary measures in Somalia' to pursue, capture pirates or armed robbers NGOs Concerned About Humanitarian Situation in Somalia   Policy advisor for OXFAM says almost half the population needs emergency aid. Analyst Doubts Effectiveness of UN Crack Down on Somali Pirates   Former diplomat David Shinn says peacemaking troops a more effective option Somalis Displeased With President Yusuf   Somalis are expressing their displeasure about the apparent breakdown of the United Nations-backed Transitional Federal Government (TFG) after President Abdallahi Yusuf recently fired Prime Minister Nur Hassan Hussein. Kenyan Children Cited As Needing Greater Access to Antiretroviral Drugs   New report says 40-thousand could die within 2 years without treatment Rwanda Rejects UN Panel Report   Kennedy Ndahiro, executive editor of the New Times newspaper of Rwanda says the Paul Kagame government describes the UN panel of experts report as bias and inaccurate Regional Body Rejects Zimbabwe's Coup Accusations Southern African Development Community chairman Kgalema Motlanthe dismisses allegations but says organization will investigate UN Preparing for Influx of Congolese Refugees   UN refugee agency says joint military action recently taken against Lord's Resistance Army is causing thousands to flee to Sudan E-mail: Forward this E-mail Click here to unsubscribe from the VOA Daily World News Summary2 If you have questions about this E-mail newsletter send an e-mail to: voanews@voanews.com

Devious Dieting?

Diet & Fitness December 17, 2008
Devious Dieting? How one Biggest Loser contestant stays ahead of the game She's got almost everyone who is following this season's Biggest Loser debating whether she's playing fair. Have a look at Vicky's most devious moments, and judge for yourself if she's on the up-and-up. Plus: Need some motivation to stick with your goals this busy season? Discover the biggest tips from The Biggest Loser on everything from healthy recipes to squeezing in your workout. To your health, Michele Bloomquist Newsletter Editor, Your Total Health This Week's Most Popular Features Join the NeverSayDiet Community Challenge Oprah's weight-loss roller coaster Avoid holiday weight gain 20-minute workouts Give yourself priority Enter the "Tummy Talk" Sweepstakes Get weekly prizes and a chance to win a $2,500 spa gift certificate. YourTotalHealth Special Offers Looking for information on product discounts, promotions and special offers from YourTotalHealth and its sponsors? Click here and you'll be signed up automatically. ADVERTISEMENT	NEWSLETTERS Click to sign up in one click! Arthritis : The latest information on arthritis and treatments Celebrity Slim & Trim Secrets: Diet and fitness tips from Hollywood's top pros Allergy & Asthma: Updates on allergy and asthma conditions and treatments More free newsletters>>> VIDEOS Sexy Arms Secrets to a great memory The facts about uterine fibroids ADVERTISEMENT
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About Today: 12 Tips for Holiday Credit Card Spending

Today In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Jen Hubley This is the first year in a long time that I haven't used credit cards for my holiday shopping. Here's what I've discovered so far: I actually can't spend as much money on presents as I thought I could.   In the Spotlight 12 Naughty and Nice Tips for Holiday Credit Card Spending Credit cards feel like fake money. They remind me of when I was a kid and thought the ATM dispensed money you didn't have. My Mom jokingly called it "The Magic Window," so I thought you just rolled up to the ATM whenever you were feeling light in the wallet and it gave you free money.              More Topics 2008's Weirdest Stories Weird News What to Wear Snowboarding Snowboarding Winter Holiday Safety for Cats Cats What Will You Be Reading in 2009? Bestsellers Obama Picks His Green Team Environmental Issues Free Christmas Movies on the Web Web Search Easy Appetizers for Tough Times American Food 8 Tips to Avoid Sinking Into Holiday Debt Another thing I learned is that I don't actually have to spend as much money as I'm used to spending on holiday presents. There's this tendency to think that if you don't spend X amount, you're being cheap.   Why We Go Into Debt for Holiday Gifts This year, I'm realizing that most of that is in my head. I mean, I suppose it's possible that some of my friends are going to try to estimate how much I spent on them and judge me accordingly ... but if that's the case, they have larger problems than the Wine of the Month Club can solve.     Sponsored Links   Best Moves in a Bad Economy Save & Invest the Right Way Find out how to beat a bear market, make smart choices, and keep your cool even when the economy is unpredictable. Today Ads Online Holiday Releases Holiday Consumer Spending Photo Christmas Card Consumer Credit Debt Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Arts & Entertainment Automotive Careers Citysearch Cities & Towns Computing & Technology Education Food & Drink Health & Fitness History Hobbies & Games Homework Help House & Home Industry & Business Magazines Money News & Issues Parenting & Family People & Relationships Religion & Spirituality Shopping & Style Small Business Sports Teens Travel Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter as fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=todaysl&e=fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.

Stylista Gifting 101

Beauty & Style Solutions December 17, 2008 - Newsletter
Stylista Gifting 101 They say it's the most wonderful time of the year. But just how accurate is that saying? You spend so much of your time trying to find perfect presents for loved ones that you devote very little time to enjoying the wonder of the holidays. Forget spending tons of dough and hitting crazy-crowded malls: This holiday season can be different. How, you ask? Maybe these "It" lists of gifts will help: Gifts That Give Back Gifts for Ladies Under $20 Gifts for Stylish Men Under $50 Budget Bling | Holiday Style Guide | Shoe Porn: Boots Edition  Maybelline New York Look Sweepstakes Enter the Maybelline™ New York Look Sweepstakes. One lucky winner will be chosen every other week for a chance to win goodies galore from Maybelline New York (estimated retail value: $150)!  Only Gold Treasure Hunt: Play Now! Enter daily for a chance to win a JCPenney gift card for up to $1,000 in gold jewelry. ADVERTISEMENT	VIDEO Viewers get stylish new looks Best beauty bargains Twin beauty bargains NEWSLETTERS Click to sign up in one click! Beauty and Style Top Ten: Makeovers, product info and more iVillage News: Highlights from this week's best information, advice and support at iVillage Women's Wellness: Need-to-know information for your health More free newsletters... ADVERTISEMENT
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