Beijing hikes fuel prices to pay for cleaner blend

www.cleantech.com | Oct 6, 2008

Government increases price by as much as 4 percent under pressure from refiners' lobby.

http://www.cleantech.com/news/3644/beijing-sees-four-percent-fuel-price-hike

AdvaMed 2008 Sponsor Participation Increases by 52%

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Ubl, president and CEO of the Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed). "This year, all aspects of the conference - from registration and exhibitors, to supporting organizations and presenting companies - have experienced significant double digit growth.

http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/09-22-2008/0004889388&EDATE=

CN Railway’s $1 million donation helps start U of M’s Intermodal Freight Institute

www.bizjournals.com | Sep 22, 2008

CN Railway’s $1 million donation helps start U of M’s Intermodal Freight Institute

http://www.bizjournals.com/memphis/stories/2008/09/22/story15.html?ana=from_rss

Arkansas working to improve its image with travelers

rssfeeds.usatoday.com | Sep 4, 2008

Among people who have never visited, the state ranks low among key qualities that visitors seek, including nightlife, entertainment, interesting cities and its ability to provide a one-of-a-kind experience.

http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~r/UsatodaycomTravel-TopStories/~3/383095659/2008-09-04-arkansas-tourism_N.htm

Workbooks for writing a sample starting business plan with software

Starting your own business is one of the classic American dreams. Every year millions pursue this dream, but many fail because they are unprepared. To help you be successful in becoming your own boss, use these proven workbooks and training programs.

http://www.businessplanworkbook.com/

Options for higher education in Herefordshire, Powys and Shropshire

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1. The aim of the study was to undertake a comprehensive review of the actual and potential demand for higher education (HE) provision based in Herefordshire, Powys and Shropshire and to provide an appraisal of the options for meeting that demand.

http://195.194.167.100/pubs/rdreports/2005/rd07_05/rd07_05.pdf

Welcome to Business Development Centre

Business Start-up Business Growth Business Mentoring If you want to start or grow your business, the Business Development Centre should be your first point of call to discuss business development options

http://www.enterprisehamilton.co.nz/

GIS for Economic Development

www.esri.com

ESRI is the world leader in GIS (geographic information system) modeling and mapping software and technology. This site features GIS mapping software, desktop GIS, server GIS, developer GIS, mobile GIS, GIS Web services, business GIS, Internet mapping, GIS solutions, GIS training and education,

http://www.esri.com/industries/economic-dev/