Miracles of Elisha

June 30th, 2010  by Olivia

Now the people of the city said to Elisha, "The location of this city is good , as my lord sees ; but the water is bad, and the land is unfruitful. "20 He said, "Bring me a new bowl , and put salt in it. "So they brought it to him. 21 Then he » Read More

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David Is Warned and Escapes

June 29th, 2010  by Olivia

Then Hushai said to the priests Zadok and Abi-athar, "Thus and so did Ahithophel counsel Absalom and the elders of Israel; and thus and so I have counseled. 16 Therefore send quickly and tell David, 'Do not lodge tonight at the fords of the wilderness,but by all means cross over;other¬wise the king and all the » Read More

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Xiong Ni never gave up

June 28th, 2010  by Olivia

"The men's springboard diving2gold medal I won at the Sydney Olympics is the most precious one in my life," said Xiong Ni, a three-time Olympic gold medalist3. But now he hopes that the 2008 Olympics Games will be held in China so that his people can get a closer look at why the Olympics are so » Read More

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Geithner tells Europe to focus on growth

June 25th, 2010  by Olivia

Europe must focus on growth as well as cutting spending to reduce national deficits, US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner has said. In an interview with the BBC, Mr Geithner said that world leaders must concentrate on the "paramount" challenges of growth and confidence. He added the world could not rely as much on the » Read More

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Many changes are taking place in "food style" in the United States

June 24th, 2010  by Olivia

Traditionally, meat and potatoes made up American food. Now they have many different kinds to choose from: various international foods, health food, and fast food, in addition to the traditional home cooked meat. International restaurants are common because the United States is a country of immigrants. Many cities even have special sections: Chinatown, Little Italy or » Read More

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Wimbledon 2010: Rafael Nadal makes winning SW19 return

June 23rd, 2010  by Olivia

World number one Rafael Nadal marked his first Wimbledon appearance since winning the 2008 title with a 6-2 6-4 6-4 victory over Japan's Kei Nishikori. Second seed Nadal, injured in 2009, broke serve twice in the first set and once in the second to move 2-0 ahead. The unseeded Nishikori, 20, rallied in the » Read More

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Chile Beats 10-Man Switzerland

June 22nd, 2010  by Olivia

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa (AP) -- Chile broke through the formerly impenetrable Swiss defense, and Mark Gonzalez's goal might be enough to get the South Americans into the second round of the World Cup. Substitute Gonzalez scored on a header in the 75th minute Monday as Chile beat 10-man Switzerland 1-0 to move closer » Read More

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When a Soccer Star Falls, It May Be Great Acting

June 21st, 2010  by Olivia

JOHANNESBURG — The Ivory Coast forward cried out in apparent agony, covered his face with his hands and dropped to the turf with a thud in the waning minutes of his team’s 3-1 loss to Brazil on Sunday at the World Cup. The forward, Abdul Kader Keïta, was not hit with the ball or » Read More

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Bulgur and Cherry Pilaf

June 19th, 2010  by Olivia

Cherries have arrived in Southern California, so I’m inspired to make a Turkish pilaf that I love. It is traditionally made with sour cherries and bulgur or rice, but I’ve also added dried cherries or cranberries (two other ingredients I found in my pantry) to the mix. Ground fennel contributes to the sweetness. 1 » Read More

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Argentina 4-1 South Korea

June 18th, 2010  by Olivia

Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain scored a hat-trick as Argentina saw off South Korea at Soccer City to all but book their place in the last 16 of the World Cup. Higuain struck once in the first half and twice in quick succession after the break as Diego Maradona's side made it two wins out » Read More

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