Volkswagen stage 1 report
Wolfsburg (02 January 2011). The Dakar Rally started with the first stage win for Volkswagen. Carlos Sainz/Lucas Cruz (E/E) are leading the desert classic in the Volkswagen Race Touareg 3 after the first of 13 legs by 1m 31s ahead of X-raid BMW driver Stephane Peterhansel.
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Annual dunes cleanup is Jan. 15
The 14th annual Sand Dunes Cleanup will be Jan. 15, and the United Desert Gateway invites all “desert enthusiasts” to join in the effort to rid the dunes of trash.
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Board abandoned us, says PBL executive
Have we seen the last of the Philippine Basketball League? The fate of the longest-running amateur cage league remains uncertain as board members of the league have yet to meet to come up with plans for the 2011 season.
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Feet treats for every pocketbook
Everyone loves a spa day, but not everyone can afford it. We compare low- and high-end pedicures, from spa to DIY. Who doesn’t love a little — or a lot — of ‘me’ time?
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