Winchester High boys soccer team edged Sep 24, 2009
Winchester Junior Kevin DeSa fires a ball at a defensive wall during a game against Reading Friday ... After a Rocket defender was called for a handball in the box, Winchester junior midfielder Kevin DeSa stepped up to the spot with a chance for an equalizer ... His initial shot was right down the middle and saved by Cool, but the ball bounced right back to DeSa six yards from goal. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Pimp jailed after approaching undercover cop Sep 24, 2009
Magistrate Mohd Faizi Che Abu handed down his ruling on Lee Choo Chye, from Desa Petaling, after Lee pleaded guilty to offering the prostitution services of a Chinese woman to V. Jagarnathan, an undercover police officer, in front of the Federal Hotel here, around 11. 30pm on Sept 18 this year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Shanghai World Expo to host forum on urban innovation, sustainable development Sep 23, 2009
The summit forum will be jointly hosted by the Organizing Committee of the Shanghai World Expo, the Paris-based Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), and United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). While addressing the fourth expo exhibitors' meeting Wednesday, Zhu Yonglei, deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination, said delegates including heads of state from different countries, leaders of international organizations, mayors of Chinese... (Xinhuanet, China)
Chief Information Officers from Cities Worldwide are Gathering in Seoul Sep 23, 2009
Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government with official support from the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) and UN Project Office on Governance (UNPOG), the representatives from different local governments, including Barcelona, Berlin, Guangzhou, Hanoi, Ichikawa, San Francisco, Sao Paulo, the State Government of Western Australia and Tunis, will attend the CIO Forum, taking place at the Hotel Shilla Seoul. The World e-Governments Organization aims to serve as a cooperative... (PR Newswire)
Love To ComPete 2009 attracts more teams Sep 17, 2009
One of them, Blast (Ben Bratt, Ryan Connolly, Kevin DeSa, and Ben Davis), fought hard but lost in the finals to a talented Medford High School team, 9-4. Finishing off the weekend was the High School Girls division, which saw teams from across Eastern Mass. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Penang sees new hope amid global recession Sep 12, 2009
For example, not even 10% of our low-cost Desa Sri Pinang, comprising 2,000 units of apartments, is occupied. Every house has an Astro and air-conditioning units. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
UN warns of population surge Sep 12, 2009
The latest predictions are published by the population division of the UN's Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Improving longevity. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
Goya Foods Blends Latin American Flavors With Five New Recipes Sep 10, 2009
"It is exciting to celebrate our diverse heritage through the blending of such unique flavors," said Fernando Desa, Goya's Executive Chef and Product Development Manager. Chef Desa created the recipes using Goya products representing seven of the 21 countries that make up Latin America. (PR Newswire)
Developed nations should share technology, funds with developing countries: experts Sep 8, 2009
Zou made the call at a press conference releasing the World Economic and Social Survey 2009, published by the United Nations (UN) Department of Economic and Social Affairs. "Advanced countries will have to deliver resources and leadership on a much larger scale than has been the case to date," said Victoria Sekitoleko, a representative from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. (Xinhuanet, China)
Businessman slept through RM1.2mil car robbery Sep 5, 2009
30am yesterday, when security guards noticed three people in a Honda driving into the Jalan Bukit Desa housing estate in Brickfields. The security guards, suspecting something amiss when the car went around the neighbourhood at least five times, alerted their security company control centre which informed the police. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Fiji offers Naim RM354mil road rehabilitation project Sep 4, 2009
The visiting premier later toured Naims flagship housing estate Desa Ilmu in Kota Samarahan near here, and the newly opened RM300mil state legislative assembly complex in Petra Jaya. NAIM. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Beggars choose to take the easy way out Sep 4, 2009
Those aged above 60 will go to the Rumah Seri Kenangan old folks home, while those under 60 will be placed in Desa Bina Diri workshops to learn soft skills. . (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Not an a-peeling win Aug 25, 2009
Chin was later brought to an office in Taman Desa here and was asked to pay RM5,600, which included payment for government tax, transportation and advertising costs. The overjoyed Chin paid RM3,400 and in return he was given a mattress, vacuum cleaner and air purifier. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Traditional kampung-style dishes for buka puasa Aug 25, 2009
For appetisers, there are items like Kerabu Nangka Madu, Asparagus Masak Belacan and a selection of Ulam-Ulam Desa like Ulam-Ulam Kampung with sambal accompaniment, Ikan Masin Gelama (salted Gelama fish), Ikan Masin Sepat (salted Sepat fish) and Bubur Lambuk. Among the main courses, there are favourites like the Ketam Masam Manis (sweet sour crabs), Udang Goreng (fried prawns), Pucuk Paku Belacan Udang Kering (fern shoot fried with shrimp paste and dried shrimp), Paru-Paru Goreng Berempah (Fried... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Developer carried out earthwork without approval Aug 19, 2009
Chandra Mohan also produced a copy of the stop-work order addressed to the companys headquarters in Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur, dated Aug 11. Under Section 70A (1) to (12) of the Street, Drainage and Building Act 1974 (Act 133), the developer was ordered to erect a signboard with details of the project at the main entrance to the site and to build hoarding around the perimeter. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
SMART Tunnel - is the public being served? Aug 15, 2009
SMART Tunnel - is the public being served (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Residents want a way out of the daily crawl Aug 11, 2009
According to him, Jalan Segambut is used by residents and motorists from Kepong, MontKiara, Desa Park City, Taman Bukit Maluri, Taman Sri Sinar and Segambut Dalam. Segambut MP Lim Lip Eng said he had been receiving complaints from many residents over the issue and that he had raised it in parliament. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Begich decries myths about health care Aug 11, 2009
Outside the Dena'ini center, protestor Sherry Shears faced off against health reform supporter and sometimes political candidate Desa Jacobsson. "Tell me, if it's not going to be socialized medicine, what is it going to be?" Shears asked. (Anchorage Daily News)
Making a splash Aug 11, 2009
The communities tapped to be involved in the project are those in the Kampung Lindungan, Desa Mentari and Desa Ria areas, with residents of SS3 and SS9A getting involved in the upstream river efforts ... Desa Mentari co-ordinator and representative Saravanan Ratnam is confident that the residents will continue to take care of Sungai Way. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Joseline rebounds from doping ban to qualify for Laos Aug 3, 2009
This is my first victory after more than two years and Im happy to have made the cut for the SEA Games in my third competition of the year, said Joseline, who thanked coach Hashim Desa and Bibiana for their guidance. I was a bit nervous going into the final as this was the first time I was in gold medal contention. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Million-ringgit terrace houses Aug 1, 2009
The Nadia terrace houses in Desa ParkCity ... Also, Desa ParkCity has a design, build and lease agreement with Sime Darby Medical Hospital in which the latter will start constructing a secondary private hospital by early next year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Rising appeal of terrace property Aug 1, 2009
Talks with realtors and industry experts reveal that one of the first million ringgit terrace in a new location was spotted at Kuala Lumpurs Desa ParkCity (DPC) in 2008, followed by Petaling Jayas Mutiara Damansara (MD) in early 2009 ... Metrohomes Sdn Bhd director See Kok Loong says credit should go to the three developments Desa ParkCity, Mutiara Damansara and Sri Tanjung Pinang for turning non-prime land into an address that home owners want to be associated with ... KGV-Lambert Smith... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
In Satun, its adik-beradik Aug 1, 2009
HAMZAH Desa, a 42-year-old Thai Muslim, sits cross-legged on the veranda of his one-room wooden house in Kampung Che Bilang in Satun, a Muslim-majority province in southern Thailand. Its a typical Sunday afternoon in his village. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Scratch and win assault Jul 31, 2009
The group had gone to a double-storey shoplot in Taman Danau Desa here at 1pm to demand reimbursement of the money they had paid ... Venting their frustration: The group of men attacking one of the men allegedly involved in the scam at a double-storey shoplot in Taman Danau Desa Thursday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Integrated mixed development for Bangsar South Jul 25, 2009
The company also has other on-going niche development projects in Taman Desa, Segambut, Bangsar and Kepong just to name a few. Its investment properties in both commercial and residential properties will continue to contribute stable investment income on an annual basis. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
UOA keeps Kuala Lumpur as staple market Jul 25, 2009
Presently, it has a land bank of around 100 acres in various locations including Kepong, Taman Desa, Segambut and Bangsar ... Its first boutique projects comprise Villa MontKiara in MontKiara and One Desa Residence in Taman Desa, off Jalan Klang Lama, that were completed five years ago, have further raised UOAs profile in the local market. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
S'pore presents Air and Weather Monitoring Stations to Jambi Jul 24, 2009
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Prosecution gets interim stay in Anwar's trial Jul 22, 2009
Justice Mohamad Zabidin ordered the prosecution to supply Anwars lawyer with a copy of CCTV recordings taken from the guardhouse and lifts of the Desa Damansara Condominium for three days from June 25 last year. He also ordered the prosecution to supply to Anwars lawyer a copy of its witness list and all documents to be tendered in court as evidence. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Enjoying the good life Jul 19, 2009
There is a branch at 13A, Jalan Harmonium 23/12, Taman Desa Tebrau, Johor Baru, tel: 07-351 3333. Check out their website at. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Another wait for Anwar Jul 18, 2009
On Thursday, Justice Mohamad Zabidin ordered the prosecution to supply Anwars counsel with a copy of the CCTV recordings taken from the guardhouse and lifts of the Desa Damansara Con-dominium over three days from June 25, last year. He also ordered the prosecution to supply Anwars legal team a copy of its witness list and all the documents that would be tendered in court as evidence. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Anwar succeeds in bid to get documents in sodomy trial Jul 17, 2009
The judge ordered the prosecution to supply Anwars lawyer with a copy of CCTV recordings taken from the guardhouse and lifts of the Desa Damansara Condominium for three days from June 25 last year. If a clear copy cannot be provided, the defence counsel can inspect the original recordings under the supervision of the investigating officer or those under his order, he added, and said the prosecution had 10 days to apply for a stay order. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sodomy 2: Anwar wins bid to get documents (Update 2) Jul 16, 2009
Anwar had applied to compel the Public Prosecutor to produce the CCTV recordings allegedly taken from the guardhouse and lifts to Block 11 of the Desa Damansara condominium and other locations within the complex. He also applied for DNA samples, chemist and medical case notes, the video recording of the statement by Saiful on June 30 last year, witness statements, a statement of facts favouring him (Anwar) and a list of prosecution witnesses. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
MJ was the voice of our conscience Jul 16, 2009
I remember how his Beat It and Billie Jean videos were the rage and we used to crowd that one common room with a TV in Desa Permai to soak in his genius. As someone who has definitely been impacted by his music and his life, I would say that he went beyond mere entertainment. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Press Conference: The International Monetary Fund: What Reforms Are Still Needed? Jul 15, 2009
Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Development in the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). RSVP to " target="_new">, 202-247-7486 SOURCE New Rules for Global Finance Link to this page: Copyright 1996- PR Newswire Association LLC. All Rights Reserved. A company.. (PR Newswire)
Teenager has to undergo corrective surgery of the spine Jul 14, 2009
The 17-year-old who lives in Desa Mentari, Petaling Jaya, is suffering from Scoliosis, an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. During a routine medical check-up in my school, the doctor noticed that I had problem with my spine and it had worsened over the years, Thirupathi said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Machinery used for illegal sand mining uncovered in Rawang Jul 11, 2009
A VILLAGE headman from Desa Kuala Garing, Rawang, was found storing machinery used in an illegal sand-mining activity in the area. The act came to light during a visit by Selayang Development Coordination chairman Datuk Tang See Hang to the site on Friday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Naim finalising JV details Jul 10, 2009
Naim has built about 15,000 homes at its flagship development in Bandar Baru Permyjaya in Miri, Desa Ilmu in Kota Samarahan and Riveria satellite township in Kuchings southern corridor over the past 13 years. Earlier, Hasmi said Naim would double the defects liability period for all the properties that it developed to 24 months with immediate effect. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
No more sand raiding in Rawang Jul 9, 2009
THE Gombak District Land Office has been ordered to stop with immediate effect the illegal sand mining activity at Desa Kuala Garing in Rawang ... The article highlighted a syndicate stealing sand worth millions from a TNB reserve land near Desa Kuala Garing in Rawang. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sand worth millions being mined from TNB reserve land Jul 8, 2009
A SYNDICATE is stealing sand worth millions of ringgit from a TNB reserve land near Desa Kuala Garing in Rawang, right under the noses of authorities. The big-scale illegal sand-mining operation has been going on for almost six months and residents are alleging that some Gombak Land Office personnel are protecting the culprits. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Nabbed couple who sold drugs to pay for wedding Jul 8, 2009
Police stopped a Kia Spectra driven by the woman in Desa Setapak. During the ensuing inspection, we found three bundles of ketamine weighing 3kg worth about RM50,000. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Water supply disruption in Hulu Langat, Petaling Jul 4, 2009
The areas affected in Hulu Langat were Desa Kenanga, Bangi Jaya, UKM, Bangi Golf Resort, Dusun Jaya, Semenyih Ria, Bandar Baru Bangi, Sungai Chua, Sungai Ramal, Kampung Sungai Kembung Hilir, Taman Seri Melor, Taman Putra Kajang and Taman Bukit Ria involving about 80,000 consumers. While in Petaling, areas affected were Bandar Puchong Jaya, Kinrara, Bandar Puteri, Taman Perindustrian Kinrara, Taman Bukit Kinrara, Bukit Serdang, Kampung Muhibbah and Serdang Raya. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Waipi'o facing major challenge Jul 3, 2009
Joining Yamaguchi on the Waipi'o coaching staff are Marcus Moises and Rich DeSa ... Waipi'o assistant coaches Marcus Moises, left, and Rich DeSa talk with the team, which will play in the Majors District Tournament that starts today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
A small shed is their home Jul 3, 2009
Ramesh is a pupil of SK Taman Desa 1 in Bandar Country Homes, Rawang. Vally said her husband had gone senile while her 21-year-old son left her three years ago. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Malaysians remember Michael and Farrah Jun 26, 2009
- Laura Chan Taman Desa. GOD BLESS MICHAEL JACKSON , A MISUNDERSTOOD MAN, BUT I BELIEVE, A LOVELY SOUL DEEP DOWN WITH SUCH BRILLLIANT TALENT. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Couple perish in blaze Jun 25, 2009
Liew Kaet Lim, 50, was killed as he attempted to save his wife, Liew Chun Lain, who was trapped in their single-storey house in Taman Desa Wira, here. Too much to bear: Two of the couples children breaking down after seeing their parents remains at the scene of the fire in Kuching yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Residents wake up to the sight of huge cable towers Jun 17, 2009
HIGH-tension cable towers erected in the residential heart of Taman Desa and Taman Bukit Desa in Kuala Lumpur are the cause of the ire of residents. Taman Desa High Tension Cable Action Committee co-chairman Walter Chew said their views on the project were never sought ... Too close for comfort: A high tension cable tower has been erected in the residential heart of Taman Desa and Taman Bukit Desa. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Preserve democratic tenets of Africa - Mumuni Jun 16, 2009
The course marks the end of the first phase of an Election Management Course, which began in 2005 with sponsorship from the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA). Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Grooming Empro and Malaysian women May 31, 2009
In Kuala Lumpur, it has a presence in Mid Valley Megamall and Desa Sri Hartamas (where its headquarters are), and an outlet will open in Sungei Wang Plaza next month. It is available in Ipoh Jaya Jusco and by December, itll also be in Malacca, though the exact location has not been determined yet. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Mum reverses car into toddler May 29, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: A three-year-old girl was killed when her mother, who was driving her car out of a car park in Desa Sri Hartamas, knocked into the child who was outside the vehicle. Isabel Cheong died on the spot after suffering head injuries when her 29-year-old mother reversed the car. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Chained and beaten by Ah Long May 28, 2009
Acting on a tip-off, a police team nabbed the loan sharks aged 30 and 33 years outside a bank in Desa Jaya. The two then led police to the shoplot in Taman Bukit Serdang where the victims were confined. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
World eco may shrink 2.6% in '09: UN May 28, 2009
"The world economy is expected to shrink by 2.6 per cent in 2009, according to the pessimistic scenario of the forecast presented in January," the world body said in a mid-year report by UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). In January, the UN had forecast that the world economy would shrink 0. (India Times)
World economy to shrink by 2.6% in 2009 May 28, 2009
A mild recovery in the World Gross Product is possible for 2010, but the U.N. Department of Economic and Social Affairs warned that risks of slow recovery remained. "If financial markets do not unclog soon and if the fiscal stimuli do not gain sufficient traction, the recession would prolong in most countries with the global economy stagnating at lower welfare levels well into 2010," the report said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
RR fire district issues to be discussed May 26 May 27, 2009
The Rio Rico Property Owners Association, dba, Residents of Rio Rico, will host a presentation by David Shambach, of DESA Architecture at its general meeting on Tuesday, May 26, at 6 p.m. at the Rio Rico Community Center, 391 Avenida Coatimund. Designation. (Nogales International, AZ)
Umno division chief claims trial to RM210,000 graft May 27, 2009
Abd Ghani Ismail, 43, who is the Pandan Umno division chief, was charged with nine counts of bribery between Aug 4, 2006 and March 31, 2007, at two different locations in Desa Pandan here. He is accused of obtaining bribes from Abdul Rahman Yaacob, the owner of Syarikat Pancaran Citra Enterprise, a solid waste management company, in return for securing contracts from the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Umno division chief charged with graft May 26, 2009
Abd Ghani Ismail, 43, who is the Pandan Umno division chief, was charged with nine counts of obtaining bribery between Aug 4, 2006 and March 31, 2007, at two different locations in Desa Pandan here. He was accused of obtaining the bribes from Abdul Rahman Yaacob, the owner of Syarikat Pancaran Citra Enterprise, a solid waste management company, in return for helping Abdul Rahman obtain tenders from the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
UN warns of population surge May 26, 2009
The latest predictions are published by the population division of the UN's Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Improving longevity. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
Residents find out apartments not issued CF May 25, 2009
THE recent freak storm in Kajang that party destroyed the ceiling of several apartment units in Desa Baiduri made residents aware of another problem. Yap: I have been paying the monthly maintenance fees to the Desa Baiduri Residents Association ... I have been living here for the past 10 years and pay the monthly maintenance fees to the Desa Baiduri Residents Association. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Grandpa, 34, charged May 25, 2009
According to the charge, the man is alleged to have raped the girl at a house in Taman Desa Arif, Machang, at about 9am. The labourer, who was not represented, is said to have committed the act in a room. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Natures splendour threatened by project May 25, 2009
Five apartment complexes along Persiaran Wawasan and Persiaran Indera in Pusat Bandar Puchong Sri Penaga, D Palma, Saraka, Desa Tanjung and Sri Cempaka are also located right next to the land. Sri Penaga management corporation committee member Pang Wai Hoong expressed his worries over landslides. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Taman Desa residents get together to remove illegal ads May 23, 2009
THERE is something different about Taman Danau Desa in Taman Desa, Jalan Klang Lama. Its clean. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Water cut in KL and Selangor May 19, 2009
The areas affected include Taman Amanah, Taman Sentosa, Taman Ria, Taman Yayasan, Taman Seri Jarom, Taman Desa Jarom, Kampung Jenjarom, Sungai Rambai, Taman Rambai Indah, Taman Kota, Kampung Seri Cheeding, Taman Periang, Taman Bakti, Taman Sejati, Taman Seri Manggis, Taman Seri Telok Datok, Telok Datok government quarters and the Telok Datok dialysis centre. Other affected areas are Taman Mesra, Taman Seri Damai, Taman Nilam, Taman Orkid, Taman Kenanga, Taman Kemuning, Taman Cempaka, Taman... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Man who murdered his wife is acquitted May 19, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court Tuesday acquitted production crew Mohd Azwanizam Mat Desa, 30, of murdering his wife Azmah Mohamed, 24, at their house in Cheras three years ago. High Court judge Justice Mohamed Zabidin Mohd Diah deemed him to have been of unsound mind and ordered him to be detained in Hospital Bahagia at the pleasure of the King. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
EXCLUSIVE: Shamed U.N. Official Gets U.N. Welcome May 13, 2009
The conference was jointly sponsored by the U.N. Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA), which includes the branch of the U.N. bureaucracy where Bertucci used to preside, and whose head was Bertucci's boss. The conference, dubbed World Civic Forum 2009, was co-sponsored by South Korea's Kyung Hee University. (Fox News)
Ghana: Govt at Odds Over Drinking Water Projections May 10, 2009
Contacted by email to explain the contradiction between the national figures and those of the U.N., Sara Duerto Valero of the Statistics Division of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs told IPS "discrepancies between our data and data provided by national organisations are possible due to the adjustments carried out by international agencies to ensure comparability and reliability of the data.". Popular perception in both urban and rural areas of the country suggests there is much work... (allAfrica.com)
Merkle leads state girls golf May 7, 2009
Kapua Desa (KS-Hawai'i) 52-51103. Kaydee Park (KS-Maui) 51-53104. (Honolulu Advertiser)
