Bahamas judge dismisses Travolta extortion case

A judge in the Bahamas on Monday dismissed the charges against two people accused of trying to extort $25 million from John Travolta over his son's death after the Hollywood actor requested the case be dropped.

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case

NASSAU, Bahamas - A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges Monday against two people accused of trying to extort money from John Travolta after the actor decided he no longer wanted another trial stemming from the death of his son.

Valley to avoid Earlâs big blow

Emergency response officials with Halifax and Northampton counties conferred with state leaders this morning, estimating the eye of Hurricane Earl will pass around 60 miles off the coast of North Carolina.

Saudi legal system a bane for businesses

RIYADH: Turki AlBallaa wants to bring foreign investment to Saudi Arabia but judicial system stands in his way. "The legal situation is complicated and must change," AlBallaa, 32, general manager of the Saudi Investment Support Centre, which helps firms set up in the country, said, smoking a Cuban cigar at one of Riyadh's all-male lounges. Saudi Arabia maintains some of the world's strictest ...

Heavy rain forces road closures in North Island

Slips and surface flooding are causing havoc for motorists in the lower North Island as heavy rain and gale force winds sweep the region.Police this afternoon urged motorists to drive carefully with dipped headlights after slips...

Corporate/Company Law

The recent Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal decision in Trade and Commerce Bank v. Island Point Properties S.A. has important implications for insolvency law within the British Virgin Islands, as well as for other jurisdictions which share a similar statutory framework to the BVI's Insolvency Act 2003 (the "Act").

Corporate/Company Law

The recent Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal decision in Trade and Commerce Bank v. Island Point Properties S.A. has important implications for insolvency law within the British Virgin Islands, as well as for other jurisdictions which share a similar statutory framework to the BVI's Insolvency Act 2003 (the "Act").

Caribbean Association of North Alabama gives locals a dose of island fun

Soulful sounds of soca, calypso and even the rhythmic tunes of reggae consumed Stoner Field Park Sunday afternoon to transform the area into an island paradise.

Bahamas drops charges in John Travolta extortion case

NASSAU, Bahamas â€” A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges today against two people accused of trying to extort money from John Travolta after the prosecutor said the actor no longer wanted to pursue a case stemming from the death of his teenage son.

Bahamas judge has dismissed charges in John Travolta extortion case at request of actor

Bahamas judge has dismissed charges in John Travolta extortion case at request of actor.

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case

A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges Monday against two people accused of trying to extort money from John Travolta after the prosecutor said the actor no longer wanted to pursue a case stemming from the death of his teenage son. Bahamas - John Travolta - Actor - Caribbean - Extortion

Man gored to death at Spanish bull run

MADRID - A 41-year-old carpenter has died after being gored in a running-of-the-bulls event in central Spain.

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case

NASSAU, BAHAMAS (AP) - A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges Monday against two people accused of trying to extort money from John Travolta after the actor decided he no longer wanted to face the pain of a new trial stemming from the death of his teenage son on the ...

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case

NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges Monday against two people accused of trying to extort money from actor John Travolta after the prosecutor said Mr. Travolta no longer wanted to pursue a case stemming from the death of his teenage son. Prosecutor Neil Braithwaite submitted a motion ...

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case

NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) - A judge in the Bahamas dismissed charges Monday against two people accused of trying to extort money from John Travolta after the prosecutor said the actor no longer wanted to pursue a case stemming from the death of his teenage son.

Bahamas Drops Charges in Travolta Extortion Case

Bahamas drops charges in Travolta extortion case at request of actor Extortion - Caribbean - Bahamas - Travel and Tourism - Business and Economy

Sailing the Galapagos Islands in style

(CNN) -- With its Giant Tortoises, fearless Sea Lions, colorful crabs and endless other vivid and unusual species, the Galapagos Islands maintain an almost mythical status among the world's must-see natural wonders.

Faroe Islands Coach Brian Kerr Warns Side Against Italy's Antonio Cassano

Faroe Islands players have been warned not to lose sight of Antonio Cassano when they take on Italy on Tuesday night. Coach Brian Kerr has underlined the task at hand for his players as they cling onto slim hopes of causing an upset in the Euro 2012 qualifier at Artemio Franchi.

Man gored to death in bull run

A man has been gored to death during a running of the bulls festival at a town in central Spain. Related Stories China pilots faked CVs - report Fishermen 'looted sinking boat' Two die as Spanish train hits truck Adultery case woman to be flogged Travolta extortion case dropped

Bahamas judge has dismissed charges in John Travolta extortion case at request of actor

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Islands warn rich nations’ emissions pledges fall short

BONN—Rich nations’ emissions reductions pledges fall dramatically short of what is required to limit global warming to two degrees centigrade, a group of 43 small islands said on Tuesday at UN climate talks.

Travel Picks: 10 top romantic hotels

LONDON—In need of a romantic break, but don’t know where to go? Boutique hotel connoisseurs Mr & Mrs Smith (www.mrandmrssmith.com) play Cupid with a hand-picked selection of 10 of the most seductive stays worldwide.

Transgender Woman Battles Sexism in Cuba

In a documentary that premiered in mid-August, a transexual who was the first to undergo gender reassignment surgery in Cuba in 1988, highlights how, more than 20 years later and after a lot of struggle, there has been a positive change for trans people in the country but how she now feels trapped and must battle against the ingrained sexism that still lurks in Cuban society, thus providing a ...

The Hawaii of China

Pearl River Garden Hotel, right above the boardwalk on Dadong Hai beach, is a Chinese-style four-star hotel. Writer Tony Atherton says that means the beds are about as comfortable as a sheet of plywood.

West Indian parade fetes Caribbean culture in NYC

NEW YORK (AP) — It's a holiday twice over for New Yorkers and others with ties to the Caribbean. Labor Day also is the day for the annual West Indian American Day Carnival. The Brooklyn parade is is one of the largest in the city.

Is Offshore Investing For You?

There are benefits with offshore investments, but you need to balance the risk and reward.

Is Offshore Investing For You?

There are benefits with offshore investments, but you need to balance the risk and reward.

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INDIANAPOLIS - Familiar with completing doubles at major Championship meets, Bernard Lagat did it once again, winning the men's 3,000 and 5,000m at the 2010 IAAF Continental Cup at Poljud Stadium in Split, Croatia.

Red Cross looks back at Katrina

The unprecedented disaster that was Hurricane Katrina was groundbreaking in many ways for many people, especially the American Red Cross.

Latin America & Caribbean

A 70cm (27-inch) tall Colombian has been named the world's shortest living man by Guinness World Records. Edward Nino Hernandez, 24, weighs only 10kg (22lbs). His mother said he had not grown since he was two years old.

Colombia, Portugal Sign DTA,

A double taxation agreement signed between Colombia and Portugal adds to those already concluded by Colombia with Spain, Switzerland, Chile, Canada, Mexico and South Korea.

Utah Jazz: Kids benefit from C.J. Miles' working vacation

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UN body forecasts Caribbean trade surge

SANTIAGO, Chile (CMC) â€” A new United Nations study says that regional exports will grow by 21.4 per cent this year primarily because of purchases from Asia and increased demands from the United States.

The Faroe Islands Slam Italy Over Training Ground Facilities

The Faroe Islands , the next opponents of Italy in the Euro 2012 qualifiers on Tuesday evening, were in disbelief with the facilities they had been given in Florence to prepare for the encounter with the Azzurri.

Sayonara, shoobies: Locals reclaim the Shore

With Hurricane Earl now history at the Jersey Shore, another storm also is winding down. Labor Day ends the frenzied peak tourism season, and locals up and down the coast will tell you it's the moment they've waited for all summer.

Weapons inspection at Christmas Island

LAWYERS and a Perth magistrate will visit Christmas Island to view the detention centre and weapons allegedly used in a riot last year.

More road closures in North Island

Slips and surface flooding are causing havoc for motorists in the lower North Island as heavy rain and gale force winds sweep the region.

Lawyers visit detention centre for trial

Lawyers and a Perth magistrate will travel to Christmas Island to view the detention centre and weapons allegedly used in a riot there last year.

Kuveyt Turk's debut sukuk to open door for Turkey

Magistrate to inspect detention centre

A magistrate will travel to Christmas Island this week to inspect the detention centre where eight Sri Lankan asylum seekers are alleged to have taken part in a riot.

Group warns Cuba trade embargo could hurt a spill response

The trade embargo against Cuba could undermine efforts to prevent or respond to an oil spill threatening the U.S. coast after Cuba launches a drilling program in the Straits of Florida next year, a Houston-based industry group said.

Pleasure Island Walking Tour September 5th

WAKEFIELD - Friends of Pleasure Island President Bob McLaughlin will conduct a free walking tour of the former Pleasure Island amusement park at Edgewater Office Park, located off of Audubon Road in Wakefield (Rte. 128, Exit 42).

Court visits Christmas Island for riot trial

A Perth magistrate will travel to Christmas Island tomorrow to take a site tour of detention facilities as part of a four-week trial into riot charges against eight Sri Lankan asylum seekers.

Staten Island Borough Office

The UFT Staten Island office is staffed by specially trained consultants who can answer members’ questions about salary, certification and licensing, health coverage and other benefits, educational requirements, safety, pension and much more.

2 News Now: Sunday, September 5, 2010

The young woman who was hit by a tour bus while riding her bicycle is remembered by her family as a talented artist, who was kind and giving. A Waikiki man is charged with sexually assaulting two boys.

Golf developers eye Cuba

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Scenic Block Island talks island priorities: A focus on facilities and island stewardship

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Puerto Rico Islanders, Vancouver Whitecaps FC Finish 0-0

BURNABY, BC - In the final game of a two-match home stand, Vancouver Whitecaps FC (9W-3L-14D) were held to a goalless draw by USL Conference club Puerto Rico Islanders (8W-8L-9D) in the USSF D-2 Pro League on Sunday afternoon.

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Get local and national news updates via E-mail. Sunday brought the first fishing trip for the Smiley boys. Alexander, the smallest at 3 years old, caught the biggest fish.