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Here are more reader submissions to our request for vacation disaster stories. It never rains in Puerto Rico
By Amy Angelilli Saturday, Day 1: 2 p.m. Chris and I arrive in Puerto Rico where "the Sun always shines." 2:15 p.m. Using trash bags as umbrellas, we wade through the puddles to the Tres Palmas Guest House. 2:16 p.m. Our room can't accommodate us with our luggage. 2:18 p.m. For $60 more, we take another room that fits both as long as we hold our breath. 12:15 a.m. In line at one of Puerto Rico's hottest discos. 1:30 a.m. Still in line. 3:00 a.m. Journey back to Tres Palmas. 3:01 a.m. Someone grabs my purse. I'm on the ground. Chris screams. Mugger No. 1 stares at Chris. Mugger No. 2 fights for my purse.
Israeli attack leaves truce in tatters as peacekeepers arrive
THE ceasefire in war-torn Lebanon was last night on the brink of collapse after Israeli special forces clashed with guerrillas deep inside the country and only a handful of United Nations peacekeepers trickled into the region. Israeli jets and commandos launched the first major attack on Hezbollah since the 34-day war between the two sides was halted by a UN-imposed truce on Monday. Three guerrillas and one Israeli officer were killed. .
Sharapova advances in Carson
Maria Sharapova found herself in trouble in the first set before escaping in the second when her opponent retired because of breathing problems Wednesday night. Sharapova advanced 7-6 (5), 3-1 over Eleni Daniilidou in her opening match at the East West Bank Classic. Daniilidou called for a medical timeout and then walked to the net to shake hands with the top-seeded Russian. No. 3 Ana Ivanovic played qualifier Ashley Harkleroad in a late match. Sharapova walked over to Daniilidou's chair and spoke briefly with her Greek opponent, who had been sick the last four days. A bug has spread among some players recently. "I wanted badly to play against Maria," said Daniilidou, her voice shaky and tears streaking her face. "I wanted to try.
Parties edgy on eve of counting
Come Tuesday and the future of not only politics, but also socio-economic development of Punjab will be decided. The counting of votes for 116 of the 117 assembly seats on Tuesday morning will not only unveil a new political regime in the state but also set into motion heightened activity, ushering in a series of appointments. Intriguingly, neither any political thinker nor psephologist has been able to read with certainty either the mind of the voter or the unprecedented voter on February 13.The state witnessed a record 76 per cent polling. By the afternoon of February 27, the political fate of Capt Amarinder Singh, Mrs Rajinder Kaur Bhattal, Mr Surinder Singla, Mr Partap Singh Bajwa and Mr Shamsher Singh Dullo, all of the Congress, and Mr Parkash Singh Badal, Mr Balwinder Singh Bhunder, Capt Kanwaljit Singh, Bibi Jagir Kaur and Mr Tota Singh of the Akali Dal will be decided.
Credit basics necessary before obtaining card
And if you only pay the minimum due, interest starts to accrue and your balance can grow, especially if you continue to make charges.
Avoid these extra costs by remembering to pay your bill on the same date each month. And, as best you can, pay the full balance, not just the minimum payment.
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E-mail Carolyn Bigda at your money@tribune.com. More articles Copyright © 2007, Chicago Tribune .
News in brief
Here are a selection of brief news items from this week's paper edition, and possibly a few news briefs that didn't make it in the paper. Event planned for woman with cancerA celebration of life and benefit for Karen (Stangl) Tilson, who is battling brain cancer and resulting medical bills, will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, at the Onalaska American Legion, 731 Sand Lake Road.The benefit for Tilson, a lifelong resident of La Crosse's North Side, will feature a silent auction, gaming, food, bake sale and free beverages. Anyone seeking more information may call Sue Brekke at 779-0443.Monetary donations may be mailed to: Karen Tilson, 1600 Wood St., La Crosse, WI 54603. CRHS to hold sixth Bark in the ParkThe Coulee Region Humane Society will hold its sixth annual Bark in the Park on Saturday, Aug.
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