On the sidelines of the meeting of the central bankers at the Bank of International Settlements, held over the weekend, in Basel, Switzerland, the People's Bank of China Governor, Zhou Xiaochuan, told the press that the central bank does not exclude the possibility of raising interest rates again. Output of electricity, gas and water showed an annual growth of 3. On the sidelines of the meeting of the central bankers at the Bank of International Settlements, held over the weekend, in...

Tests thus far have shown that vaccinated cattle retain immunity for at least 21 days, but scientists expect that future studies will show that the new vaccine at least matches the six months of immunity provided by current vaccines. Although the United States has not had an FMD outbreak since 1929, the disease is still considered a serious threat to the nation's economy and food supply. Significantly, as this is the first FMD vaccine produced in the United States, the federal government...

Rendell today announced that Pennsylvania is supporting two of its biggest industries, tourism and agriculture, as well as early stage companies, by investing nearly $5 million in projects located in 10 counties. The Commonwealth Financing Authority is a seven-member board created to administer and fund projects from programs created by the stimulus package. In addition to the First Industries Fund and the Second Stage Loan Guarantee program, the Commonwealth Finance Authority oversees...

Environmental activist Rick Dove of the Waterkeeper Alliance worries that the production increase could cause more water pollution from the farms used to supply the plant, but a provision in the permit aims to prevent that. Nearly half of the people who spoke before Division of Water Quality officials used the opportunity to air grievances about work conditions and injuries at the plant. The permit also sets new restrictions on the companys water usage and the amount of pollution it can...

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Bring documentation of most recent vaccination; animals must be at least 3 months old and must be on leash or in carrier. For novice and experienced wood carvers. Instructor Mari Bliss provides information, demonstrations on how karate can help children ages 3-5. Homemade jams, breads, angels, music boxes and more available in room off church entryway. Exploring rhythms and expressive dance. Joyce Covert presents program about moonglows, clear and colored buttons. Nonimpact cardiovascular...

By Kevin Dobbs kdobbs@argusleader.com Published: June 6, 2007 Kenneth Baptist, the general manager of John Morrell & co. in Sioux Falls, dismisses critics who question the aging meatpacking plant's future and insists the operation has "a long and bright" future. By Kevin Dobbs kdobbs@argusleader.com Published: June 6, 2007 Kenneth Baptist, the general manager of John Morrell & co. in Sioux Falls, dismisses critics who question the aging meatpacking plant's future and insists the operation...

Findorff & Son inc. is the general contractor on the development, which will offer a number of condominium units spread throughout multiple buildings. WMC survey gauges business leaders attitudes Madison Even though a majority of business executives say in a survey released Wednesday that the state is headed in the right direction and they expect to hire more people and raise wages, they also describe Wisconsin state government as more anti-business than ever and say taxes are a top...

Although his job naturally involves directing students and running the theater as a whole, Girton noted that there are many aspects of the theatrical and creative process that he enjoys. Girton started as an actor, as many directors do, and had named theater as his major by the time he went to college. There are many jobs to be had in theater and Girton recommends getting whatever experience possible. Those wishing to help without being in performances can assist the lighting and backstage...