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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

The Duel: TAG Heuer pits Hamilton against mcqueen – Motor Report


Motor Report

The Duel: TAG Heuer pits Hamilton against mcqueen
Motor Report, Australia
Chronograph creator TAG Heuer has given the question some thought and decided it’d like to see two of its famed brand ambassadors, the late Steve mcqueen and current F1 ace Lewis Hamilton, go head to head around the Le Mans track. ...
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Clare Balding on the Grand National – BBC Sport


BBC Sport

Clare Balding on the Grand National
BBC Sport, UK
Andrew and I used to watch it as children and sit on the arm of the sofa and 'ride' the horse we had picked and fall off when our horse fell and then get on another one which is a luxury that jockeys don't have! I think nowadays the Grand National is ...
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Balding on the Grand National – BBC Sport


BBC Sport

Balding on the Grand National
BBC Sport, UK
Andrew and I used to watch it as children and sit on the arm of the sofa and 'ride' the horse we had picked and fall off when our horse fell and then get on another one which is a luxury that jockeys don't have! I think nowadays the Grand National is ...
posted by admin at 11:47 am  

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Harry Winston Opus 9 unveiled at baselworld 2009 – Wrist Dreams


Wrist Dreams

Harry Winston Opus 9 unveiled at baselworld 2009
Wrist Dreams, DE
The hyper luxury watch (see price below) uses two diamond chains to tell the time instead of hands. Each chain is encrusted with 33 baguette cut diamonds. Mandarin colored garnets mark the minutes and hours. I usually do not like diamond encrusted ...
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Huntsville Housing Authority responds to concerns about Stone Manor – al.com


al.com

Huntsville Housing Authority responds to concerns about Stone Manor
al.com, AL
HUNTSVILLE, AL -- Michael Lundy, executive director of the Huntsville Housing Authority, told his board of directors on Monday night that there are no plans to back out of the purchase of Stone Manor Luxury Apartments in south Huntsville in response to ...
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Oris RUF CTR3 – a power behind the style – Fibre2fashion.com


Fibre2fashion.com

Oris RUF CTR3 – a power behind the style
Fibre2fashion.com, India
The Oris designers have worked with RUF engineer’s to produce the limited edition Oris RUF CTR3 Chronograph –a masterpiece of Swiss craftsmanship inspired by one of the fastest street cars on the planet. The case is made of lightweight titanium and has ...
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

BinHendi Watches and Jewellery opens its largest Multi-Brand … – Eye of Dubai (press release)


Eye of Dubai (press release)

BinHendi Watches and Jewellery opens its largest Multi-Brand ...
Eye of Dubai (press release), United Arab Emirates
Further to the success of the BinHendi Watches and Jewellery multi-brand boutique inaugurated in the Burj Al Arab in June 2008, the pioneering luxury retailer once again rises to new heights. The latest BinHendi Watches and Jewellery boutique, ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Newspaper Article Details History of McKim Observatory – DePauw University


DePauw University

Newspaper Article Details History of McKim Observatory
DePauw University, IN
"The chronograph and transit telescope were returned to working order," writes Ward. "The electrical clock drive was removed and the original gravity drive was reinstalled on the Clark refractor. Interior walls were stripped and repainted and the oak ...
posted by admin at 4:39 pm  

Monday, March 30, 2009

Women's Diamond Watches – Best Syndication


Best Syndication

Women's Diamond Watches
Best Syndication, CA
Simply Women's Watches for the best prices, guaranteed! Online women's luxury watches dealer with discounted prices, free shipping and more than 10000 watches in-stock. Authorized dealer of more than 50 brands of watches.
posted by admin at 3:58 pm  

Monday, March 30, 2009

TAG Heuer MERIDIIST – Mobile Gazette


Mobile Gazette

TAG Heuer MERIDIIST
Mobile Gazette, UK
The TAG Heuer MERIDIIST is a beautifully engineered but hugely expensive luxury handset, the result of a collaboration between the famous chronograph manufacturer and modelabs, a French design house who have been behind a number of interesting bespoke ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Sara Shea, a gangster's moll who relished the champagne lifestyle … – Times Online


Times Online

Sara Shea, a gangster's moll who relished the champagne lifestyle ...
Times Online, UK
In two years they spent £100000 on his and hers diamond-encrusted watches, thought nothing of blowing £850 on Cristal champagne, and were planning a move to an £800000 mansion in Caldy, Wirral, known as Footballers' Row. Shea's life of luxury ended in ...
posted by admin at 3:25 pm  

Monday, March 30, 2009

White Party Palm Springs Announces Line-Up – WeHo News


WeHo News

White Party Palm Springs Announces Line-Up
WeHo News, CA
In addition, a limited number of VIP Luxury Hotel Packages are being offered. The ultimate combination of luxury and convenience, these exclusive packages include premiere room accommodations at Hotel Zoso; two Express Weekend Passes valid for entry to ...
posted by admin at 2:36 pm  

Monday, March 30, 2009

NY Luxury Tax Proposal Defeated, Says AWA – Jewelers Circular Keystone Online


Jewelers Circular Keystone Online

NY Luxury Tax Proposal Defeated, Says AWA
Jewelers Circular Keystone Online, NY
David Paterson’s proposal for a luxury tax on jewelry and watches, and other products has apparently paid off. The American Watch Association has sent an e-mail to members on Monday saying that the New York State Legislature has agreed to large-scale ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Swatch chief says situation 'improving' – AFP


AFP

Swatch chief says situation 'improving'
AFP
If demand for watches has been little dampened by the financial crisis, huge swings on the foreign exchange market have wrecked havoc on Swatch's earnings. The group, with a vast array of brands from the eponymous plastic watch to the luxury Breguet ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

This Land Where Jobs Ride on a Luxury on Wheels – New York Times


New York Times

This Land Where Jobs Ride on a Luxury on Wheels
New York Times, United States
They all respond to a remote-control device so sophisticated that you may need security clearance just to watch that documentary. For $2 million it’s yours, take it, drive it off the lot: a 45-foot-long recreational vehicle meant for those who can ...
posted by admin at 11:37 am  

Monday, March 30, 2009

Woman makes job out of – MyFox Tampa Bay


MyFox Tampa Bay

Woman makes job out of
MyFox Tampa Bay, FL
"I've won jewelry, expensive watches, gift cards for shoes and gas, and trips," says 38-year-old O'Leary, a cash accountant and fitness instructor from Palm Harbor. She's won five trips to New York City, including a stay at a luxury spa suite. ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Bill O'Reilly: I'll Never Watch Another Sean Penn Movie – Us Magazine


Us Magazine

Bill O'Reilly: I'll Never Watch Another Sean Penn Movie
Us Magazine, NY
1-rated Fox News show on Tuesday) says he refuses to watch "just Sean Penn" movies because of the liberal actor's political views. "He's a great actor, and if you hire him, you'll get a good performance," O'Reilly said. "I'm just not going to give a ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

NIT Basketball Semifinals Picks: Baylor vs San Diego State – BetFirms


BetFirms

NIT Basketball Semifinals Picks: Baylor vs San Diego State
BetFirms, IA
Billy White may not give Baylor that luxury. White is so strong and gifted inside that he will get these two very rattled. Baylor will not be able to get many second chance points as White will be a massive presence. Look for Kevin Rogers to take on ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

New Stadium, same old tradition – MLB.com


MLB.com

New Stadium, same old tradition
MLB.com
Luxury boxes have become the norm. The things that were in vogue in 1923, in the Roaring '20s decade, aren't all still popular in a time of Blackberries and Twitter. So to start from scratch -- to lay a new cornerstone and to pour new concrete and to ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Audi's Centennial Timepiece! – Zigwheels.com


Zigwheels.com

Audi's Centennial Timepiece!
Zigwheels.com, India
This exclusive chronograph was designed by Audi Design and developed by Chronoswiss, a Munich based watchmaker. The Audi centennial timepiece-the Tachoscope- is literally a sculpted piece of art. The watch combines a regulator dial, a chronograph ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Cult Cabernet Producer Buccella Attracts Bill Price as Investor – Business Wire (press release)


Business Wire (press release)

Cult Cabernet Producer Buccella Attracts Bill Price as Investor
Business Wire (press release), CA
We are both extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to partner with him as he will complement our shared vision of creating handcrafted luxury wines.” Bill Price commented “Bill and Alicia have done a wonderful job making Buccella an exceptional ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Jeweller to the stars jettisons chief – guardian.co.uk


guardian.co.uk

Jeweller to the stars jettisons chief
guardian.co.uk, UK
The firm announced a month ago that it was closing its recently opened jewellery and watch concession in the Brown Thomas department store in Dublin. In a further blow to its standing, it is no longer running the luxury watch counters at Harrods. ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

A Jorg Gray Watch – Fit for a President – Market Wire (press release)


Market Wire (press release)

A Jorg Gray Watch - Fit for a President
Market Wire (press release)
It wasn't long before the distinct piece was identified as the Jorg Gray 6500 Chronograph, a birthday gift Obama received from his Secret Service detail. Obama is frequently photographed wearing the classic timepiece, on such notable occasions as the ...
posted by admin at 3:04 am  

Monday, March 30, 2009

Win a luxury Las Vegas trip – The Sun


The Sun

Win a luxury Las Vegas trip
The Sun, UK
To enter the race to win our prize, just watch the following clip and answer the question below. Keep your eyes peeled - the answer is hidden in the clip. Finish Dwayne Johnson's sentence: "I'm the king of these ....." Now click on the link below to ...
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Monday, March 30, 2009

Seiko Ananta revealed at baselworld 2009 – Wrist Dreams


Wrist Dreams

Seiko Ananta revealed at baselworld 2009
Wrist Dreams, DE
The 8R28 Automatic Chronograph incorporates column wheel and vertical clutch systems for ultimate timekeeping precision. The 6R24 Double Retrograde caliber offers day and date retrograde dials in a new layout and, like its companion 6R21, ...
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Sunday, March 29, 2009

Living LIVE 03.30.09: The 15th Edition – 411mania.com


411mania.com

Living LIVE 03.30.09: The 15th Edition
411mania.com, TX
The movie watches her confront the harsh realities of life and deal with them head-on, never losing her sense of humor. Golden Globe winner Actress (Comedy). Everyone's favorite killer doll returns - as the Chucky legacy continues with the introduction ...
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Sunday, March 29, 2009

Where Jobs Ride on a Luxury on Wheels – New York Times


New York Times

Where Jobs Ride on a Luxury on Wheels
New York Times, United States
They all respond to a remote-control device so sophisticated that you may need security clearance just to watch that documentary. For $2 million it’s yours, take it, drive it off the lot: a 45-foot-long recreational vehicle meant for those who can ...
posted by admin at 5:19 pm  

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Cavaliers Insider: No Kidding around, but Jason flirts with being … – The Plain Dealer – cleveland.com


The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com

Cavaliers Insider: No Kidding around, but Jason flirts with being ...
The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH
With insurance and luxury-tax savings, the disability claim is worth $11 million to the team. Z hot: There's been attention paid to Varejao's strong play of late, but his front-court mate, Zydrunas Ilgauskas, is putting up numbers, too. ...
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Sunday, March 29, 2009

George Lopez brings heat and spice to late night chat, the interview – Monsters and Critics.com


Monsters and Critics.com

George Lopez brings heat and spice to late night chat, the interview
Monsters and Critics.com
With the success of George Lopez on Nickelodeon and for the 6 years it was on ABC, I have that luxury of – it’s almost become like one word, George Lopez, it’s never just George. I mean, I’m actually thinking about having the space removed and have it ...
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Sunday, March 29, 2009

SEIKO: Ananta – World Tempus


World Tempus

SEIKO: Ananta
World Tempus, Switzerland
À l'occasion du salon de Bâle 2009, SEIKO Watch Corporation est fière d’annoncer le lancement d'une nouvelle collection Elite. baptisée SEIKO Ananta. Cette collection haut de gamme intègre des mouvements mécaniques de haute technologie tels que le ...
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Saturday, March 28, 2009

Another Carrera from Tag – Sify


Sify

Another Carrera from Tag
Sify, India
Tag Heuer has launched its latest Carrera Calibre 16 Day-Date Chronograph – 43 mm, an ode to ‘great motor racing legends’ and ‘gentleman drivers’. The automatic chronograph has an enlarged crown with push buttons that take you back to the race cars of ...
posted by admin at 11:36 pm  

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Maradona still owes 37 million euros, taxman says – AFP


AFP

Maradona still owes 37 million euros, taxman says
AFP
According to tax website Contribuenti.it, Maradona has still only paid 42000 euros of what he owes, as well as handing over two luxury watches. Around 23.5 million euros of his debt is accounted for by interest on his original tax debt.
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Saturday, March 28, 2009

Why they stop running – Straits Times


Straits Times

Why they stop running
Straits Times, Singapore
The fugitive who attracted recent media attention was Jerry Ee, who surrendered at the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok on Mar 17. Ee, 35, a former Cortina Watch employee, was on the run for over three months after allegedly disappearing with 386 luxury ...
posted by admin at 8:15 am  

Saturday, March 28, 2009

MONACO Calibre 12 Chronograph – Guide des joailliers


Guide des joailliers

MONACO Calibre 12 Chronograph
Guide des joailliers, France
Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the revolutionary Monaco Chronograph: the curved sapphire crystal glass reveal a blue or black dial with sub-counters at 3 and 9. Steve McQueen’s Le Mans chronograph completely re-engineered — with the beating heart of ...
Tag Heuer Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf Limited Edition debuts at BaselWorld Wrist Dreams
TAG Heuer unwraps limited edition Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf Stuff.tv
all 27 news articles
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Always, the Crack of the Bat – New York Times


New York Times

Always, the Crack of the Bat
New York Times, United States
The Yankees’ new stadium comes wrapped in a vocabulary that has no connection to baseball: luxury boxes, bond issues, cost overruns. My fellow taxpayers and I are also footing that bill, though the announced prices will dissuade many of us from going ...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Rob Bennett for The New York Times – New York Times


New York Times

Rob Bennett for The New York Times
New York Times, United States
The Yankees’ new stadium comes wrapped in a vocabulary that has no connection to baseball: luxury boxes, bond issues, cost overruns. My fellow taxpayers and I are also footing that bill, though the announced prices will dissuade many of us from going ...
posted by admin at 9:22 pm  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Hard Times for Luxury, but They’ll Have a Go – New York Times


New York Times

Hard Times for Luxury, but They’ll Have a Go
New York Times, United States
Matthew Bauer, president of the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District, said that between 57th and 86th Streets, the avenue has roughly 55 jewelers and fine watch shops. Since August, a half-dozen new jewelers opened new shops or renovated ...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Maurice Lacroix goes for personal touch – Malaysia Star


Malaysia Star

Maurice Lacroix goes for personal touch
Malaysia Star, Malaysia
However, he strongly believes that there is still demand for luxury goods. The company, which sold 100000 units globally in 2007, will continue to innovate its product range. “We want to show that we are capable of producing watches that the industry ...
posted by admin at 5:23 pm  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Ee faces 11 more charges – Straits Times


Straits Times

Ee faces 11 more charges
Straits Times, Singapore
Ee, who is also being sued by the luxury watch retailer for up to $13.3 million, is being remanded at the Central Police Division. He will appear in court again next Friday. If convicted, he faces a jail term of up to 15 years and a fine on each ...
posted by admin at 4:26 pm  

Friday, March 27, 2009

News: Method Man Blames Tax Debt Problems On Marijuana Use, "I'm A … – SOHH


SOHH

News: Method Man Blames Tax Debt Problems On Marijuana Use, "I'm A ...
SOHH, Jersey City
The luxury SUV was taken at 6 am Wednesday (March 18) from Method Man's Staten Island, New York home. (New York Post) He is the latest entertainer to have tax information publicly exposed along with Lil' Kim's recent headlines for tax-related issues. ...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Charriol Opens New Geneva Boutique and Headquarters – Vialuxe News


Vialuxe News

Charriol Opens New Geneva Boutique and Headquarters
Vialuxe News, CA
Since 1983, Charriol has been bringing unique products to the world of luxury goods. From their inspired "Celtic" collection of watches and jewelry through to leathergoods, writing instruments and eyewear, Charriol is a true lifestyle brand. ...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

TAG Heuer unwraps limited edition Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf – Stuff.tv


Stuff.tv

TAG Heuer unwraps limited edition Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf
Stuff.tv, UK
The TAG Heuer Monaco is nothing short of a legend in the luxury watch world. It's been 40 years since the classic chronograph first appeared (on the wrist of Steve McQueen, no less), and to celebrate the occasion TAG has launched a brand new special ...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Microsoft ad's 'average consumer' is an actress – CNET News


CNET News

Microsoft ad's 'average consumer' is an actress
CNET News, CA
It's like comparing a Luxury car to a Chevy. Sure the HP is cheaper. (HP Pavilion dv7t series) And a 1600 by 900 pixel display (vs. 1920 by 1200 for the MacBook Pro 17"). And I'm sure there are other differences. Do Macs cost more? Sometimes. ...
posted by admin at 9:05 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Erich Merkle: Automakers launch "American design Renaissance" – Core77.com


Core77.com

Erich Merkle: Automakers launch "American design Renaissance"
Core77.com, NY
Rather the automakers are more about fashion, not any different than the business of watch or clothing makers. If Rolex were in the business of keeping time, it would never sell a single watch. Nor would Seiko for that matter, rather the consumer would ...
posted by admin at 7:46 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

BaselWorld Opens Under Cloud of Economic Crisis – Jewelers Circular Keystone Online


Jewelers Circular Keystone Online

BaselWorld Opens Under Cloud of Economic Crisis
Jewelers Circular Keystone Online, NY
Philippe Stern, CEO of Patek Philippe SA, one of the world’s leading luxury watches, told the show’s “Daily News” he is “positive and confident for the future,” saying the independent family firm is “ideally placed to go through challenging times and ...
posted by admin at 7:15 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Luxury Chairman smartphone by watchmaker Ulysse Nardin – Phones Review


Phones Review

Luxury Chairman smartphone by watchmaker Ulysse Nardin
Phones Review, UK
Swiss watch manufacturer Ulysse Nardin has stepped into the mobile phone arena with the production of the luxury smartphone known as the Chairman. The Ulysse Nardin Chairman smartphone features a 2.8 inch capacitive multi-touch display along with a 5 ...
Chairman phone from Ulysse Nardin is for luxury nerds SlashGear
Ulysse Nardin Chairman phone combines luxurious looks with kinetic ... Unwired View
Ulysse Nardin Chairman Luxury Smartphone eCoustics.com (press release)
Slippery Brick
all 24 news articles
posted by admin at 5:24 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Luxury’s Breaking Point – CNBC European Business


CNBC European Business

Luxury’s Breaking Point
CNBC European Business, UK
Luxury watches are typically purchased by men, and are directly impacted by the loss of jobs and bonuses.” Cosmetics and fragrances may avoid the worst of the recession, says D’Arpizio. “Emotionally, consumers are seeking products that are less ...
posted by admin at 5:16 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

What is it about trains in movies? – BBC News


BBC News

What is it about trains in movies?
BBC News, UK
And the murderous duo in Strangers on a Train have their first meeting on board a luxury American train. Pre-privatisation, the train symbolised modernity, progress and speed. Remember too with its dining cars and first, second and third class ...
posted by admin at 4:21 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

Tag Heuer Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf Limited Edition debuts at BaselWorld – Wrist Dreams


Wrist Dreams

Tag Heuer Monaco Calibre 12 Gulf Limited Edition debuts at BaselWorld
Wrist Dreams, DE
The seriously upgraded version houses the TAG Heuer Calibre 12 Automatic Chronograph Movement, a high-performance all-Swiss engine based on the Dubois Depraz 2008. The larger (39mm) case gives the watch a more contemporary look, while the orange and ...
posted by admin at 2:19 am  

Friday, March 27, 2009

New Porsche Cayenne GTS Design Edition 3 – CarTradeIndia.com


CarTradeIndia.com

New Porsche Cayenne GTS Design Edition 3
CarTradeIndia.com, India
The Porsche Design Chronograph exclusively matching each model, for example, stands for particular class and style. In the case of the Porsche Design Edition 3, the Porsche Design Studio has created a Type P’6612 automatic chronograph featuring a ...
posted by admin at 12:40 am  
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