Gold reaches another high December 2, 2009 GOLD struck another record high yesterday, continuing its shining run as investors flock to find a safe investment for their money. The precious metal’s latest high – now $1,217.23 an ounce – comes after a series of peak trading prices in recent weeks driven by a weaker dollar, and more recently, fears over Dubai’s debt [...]
Google offers to cap free access to online newspaper articles December 2, 2009 NEWS publishers will be able to set a limit on the number of free news articles people can read via Google’s search engines, the internet giant announced yesterday in a move that could improve its fractured relationship with the media industry. Google has infuriated publishers for giving news content away for free. News Corporation chairman [...]
Energy firms warn that smart meters will cost them billions December 2, 2009 ENERGY companies will have to fit smart meters that provide real-time information to consumers about energy usage in all UK homes by the end of 2020, the government said yesterday. The plans have caused controversy, with firms saying they may need government cash to help them meet the estimated £6bn-£12bn cost of fitting the technology [...]
Ace Gibson earns spurs for United December 1, 2009 MANCHESTER UTD (2) vs TOTTENHAM (0) DARRON GIBSON was the unlikely hero as holders Manchester United once again broke Tottenham hearts to reach the semi-final of the Carling Cup. Midfielder Gibson netted with two spectacular first-half strikes as Harry Redknapp’s Spurs again finished second best in a re-run of last year’s Wembley final. The Irishman [...]
Debutant Downing stars as quartet give Capello a nudge December 1, 2009 PORTSMOUTH (2) vs ASTON VILLA (4) ENGLAND hopeful Stewart Downing scored on his full debut to help Aston Villa cruise into the last four of the Carling Cup at the expense of struggling Portsmouth. Summer signing Downing was making his first start for Martin O’Neill’s men after breaking his foot playing for Middlesbrough in May. [...]
Wenger in the hunt for Van Persie replacement December 1, 2009 ARSENAL boss Arsene Wenger admits he is looking to dip into the transfer market this January to cover the loss of striker Robin van Persie. The Dutchman has been ruled out for up to five months after suffering ankle ligament damage, leaving the Gunners desperately light up front. Wenger has already been linked with moves [...]
Confident Bresnan targets Test place December 1, 2009 ENGLAND and Yorkshire seamer Tim Bresnan has set his sights on a place in the Test side following a clutch of impressive one-day performances in South Africa. The 24-year-old has tightened his grip on a spot in the limited-overs set-up and helped England take a 2-1 series lead with some economical displays against a powerful [...]
Ireland rage at Boks after Heaslip cleared December 1, 2009 IRISH chiefs have blasted South Africa after No8 Jamie Heaslip was cleared of eye-gouging in Saturday’s win over the Springboks. South Africa accused Heaslip of gouging Heinrich Russow and asked independent citing commissioner Douglas Hunter to review footage of the clash at Croke Park. But Hunter yesterday declared Heaslip had no case to answer, prompting [...]
Challenger Salita confident of dethroning ‘chinny’ Khan December 1, 2009 DMITRIY SALITA believes he can steal victory over “chinny” Amir Khan in Newcastle on Friday night. The New York-based fighter puts his unbeaten record on the line when he takes on Khan for the WBA light-middleweight title. Khan, defending his title for the first time following his victory over Andreas Kotelnik in July, claims to [...]
SPORT IN BRIEF December 1, 2009 Fifa reject Ireland pleaFOOTBALL: World governing body Fifa have confirmed it will not create an extra place at the 2010 World Cup for Republic of Ireland. The Irish had asked to be allowed to play as a 33rd team in South Africa after losing their play-off to France through Thierry Henry’s infamous handball goal. Fifa [...]
