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Dhs36.5bn Baghdad project launched
(AME Info - Oct 13, 2008)

Abu Dhabi-based developer Al Maabar has announced plans to launch a Dhs36.5bn mixed use residential and leisure project in the Iraqi capital. The project will include some of the largest entertainment spots in Baghdad, including parks and cinemas.

www.ameinfo.com/171199.html

Sponsored Listing
(Growth Company Investor - Oct 13, 2008)

Hotel and leisure group AMZ, formerly Amazing Holdings, has spent several years sitting on its land in Taiwanese archipelago Penghu. However, it is moving closer to embarking upon its casino project.

www.growthcompany.co.uk/recommendations/743141/amz.thtml

Boat builder buoys American pursuit of luxurious leisure
(Telegraph-Journal - Oct 13, 2008)

The key to Stephen Newman's success is in blending time-tested tradition with present-day luxury.

telegraphjournal.canadaeast.com/rss/article/446002

Hexham Courant
(The Hexham Courant - Oct 13, 2008)

RETIRED motoring magnate Cliff Thornton became a member of a very exclusive club on Sunday. For the former Patterson Ford director turned part-time Matfen Hall Leisure Club spinning instructor celebrated his 62nd birthday by completing his 28th Great North Run.

www.hexham-courant.co.uk/sport/other/1.252348

North West Evening Mail
(North-West Evening Mail - Oct 13, 2008)

GOING to the swimming baths in Barrow will soon cost nothing for pensioners and children. Park Leisure Centre, on Greengate Street, is making swimming free for over 60s and under 16s from April next year.

www.nwemail.co.uk/news/1.253694

Nigeria: Taraba - Splash of Colours On WTD
(AllAfrica.com - Oct 13, 2008)

On September 27, Nigeria joined other countries to celebrate the 2008 World Tourism Day (WTD). The national event was jointly hosted by Taraba State and the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). Travel and Leisure was part of the anniversary that took place on the Mambilla Plateau, Taraba State.

allafrica.com/stories/200810130137.html

Leisure Funds: Where Luxury And Fun Come To Make Money
(Investopedia - Oct 13, 2008)

Mutual funds specialize in just about every sector of the economy that one can imagine. With that in mind, it's no surprise that a growing number of funds invest in fun!

www.investopedia.com/articles/mutualfund/08/leisure-funds.as...

Tourism sees steady fall as economy hits leisure travel
(BizJournals - Oct 13, 2008)

Here comes the glum.

www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/stories/2008/10/13/story5.html...

What's open on Thanksgiving Day?
(660 News - Oct 13, 2008)

If you're looking for a way to get the family out for some fun, and maybe burn off some holiday calories, a few of the city's rec centres are open Thanksgiving Monday. The Southland Leisure Centre will ...

www.660news.com/news/local/article.jsp?content=20081012_2315...

Libraries Encourage Youth Reading
(KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities - Oct 13, 2008)

Local libraries are urging young students to turn off the t.v. and pick up a book during this year's 'Teen Read Week.' This is the eleventh year of the nationwide outreach to teens.  The goal of the program is to encourage leisure reading.

www.kndu.com/global/story.asp?s=9167061