EU imposes record $1.92 billion cartel fine on Philips, five others

Gorgeous and Green, the annual fundraiser for Global Green, takes place at the Bently Reserve on December 11, 2012.

Faconnable recently opened its doors for supporters of Children of Shelters. Their annual fundraiser “Jingle & Mingle” takes place December 6, 2012.

Located at 2724 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, this beautiful 1894 Queen Anne mansion has gone on the market with an asking price of $30 million.

San Francisco Parks Alliance and the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department recently hosted Party for the Parks at the Anglers Lodge in Golden Gate Park.

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Frankie Detorri Three-time champion jockey Frankie Detorri was suspended from riding in races for taking a prohibited substance. Ruling body French Galop found him guilty after being handed the findings of a review by medics following a drugs test in September. French authorities did not reveal what substance had been detected, but described it as “non-performance enhancing.” The famous rider’s lawyers said the 41-year-old had received a “sympathetic hearing” from stewards.” Speaking after the ban was announced, his legal representative Christopher Stewart-Moore   said the former champion jockey, who is a household name in Britain, blamed himself. “He is enormously grateful for the opportunities that he has been given by owners and trainers over the years, and for the support of his many fans,” said Stewart-Moore. “For this reason he is determined to rebuild his reputation when he returns to the saddle. “Frankie could make excuses. He has, after all, regularly been tested for prohibited substances throughout his career

Two Australian radio presenters were given information on the Duchess of Cambridge’s condition in hospital (Reuters) The King Edward VII Hospital where Kate Middleton is being treated for extreme morning sickness fell for a hoax call and provided information about the Duchess of Cambridge’s condition. The two Australian radio presenters, Mel Greig and Michael Christian, called the hospital and pretended to be Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. Presenting the Summer 30 show on 2Day FM, discussed the prank and then called the hospital and asked to “speak to Kate please, my granddaughter”. They were transferred to a ward.

LONDON — U.K. digital platform BT Vision, operated by telecom giant BT, has inked a deal with Universal Networks International, to add Universal Channel, Syfy and E! Entertainment to its channel offerings. The three channels will be rolled out across the digital service “in the coming weeks” BT said, and will also include “from early in 2013, a slew of programs on demand.” Shows airing on Universal Channel includes U.K. premieres of U.S. crime franchises Law&Order: Special Victims Unit and Criminal Intent, as well as hits  Rookie Blue and Flashpoint

LONDON — U.K. digital platform BT Vision, operated by telecom giant BT, has inked a deal with Universal Networks International, to add Universal Channel, Syfy and E! Entertainment to its channel offerings. The three channels will be rolled out across the digital service “in the coming weeks” BT said, and will also include “from early in 2013, a slew of programs on demand.” Shows airing on Universal Channel includes U.K. premieres of U.S. crime franchises Law&Order: Special Victims Unit and Criminal Intent, as well as hits  Rookie Blue and Flashpoint .

Norma Bracamontes was seen taking her daughter Emily from the Phoenix hospital (Phoenix Police) Police have warned that a young leukaemia sufferer who was removed from hospital by her mother over fears that she could not afford treatment costs may be dead in a matter of days. Emily Bracamontes, 11, was taken out of Phoenix Children’s Hospital by her mother Norma, 34. Emily, who also has a heart catheter in place, had been receiving chemotherapy at the hospital for about a month. An infection had forced doctors to amputate her arm and place the catheter into her heart.

Mahindra and Mahindra have introduced the Blue Sense Mobile App for its XUV 500 model. The new Android app will help the user control the infotainment systems of the XUV by connecting the app to the infotainment system. The app will also give information about tyre pressure, fuel data and climate control details of the vehicle along with the service history of the XUV 500. Though android apps for vehicles are quiet common in the international market, the feature is yet to gain momentum in the India n domestic market. With the introduction of the latest app for XUV Crossover, M&M has become one of the early auto manufacturers to launch such app for cars in India . “This first-of-its-kind smart app will provide greater convenience, accessibility and information

Mahindra and Mahindra have introduced the Blue Sense Mobile App for its XUV 500 model. The new Android app will help the user control the infotainment systems of the XUV by connecting the app to the infotainment system. The app will also give information about tyre pressure, fuel data and climate control details of the vehicle along with the service history of the XUV 500. Though android apps for vehicles are quiet common in the international market, the feature is yet to gain momentum in the India n domestic market. With the introduction of the latest app for XUV Crossover, M&M has become one of the early auto manufacturers to launch such app for cars in India . “This first-of-its-kind smart app will provide greater convenience, accessibility and information.

Miranda Kerr Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr revealed she takes advice from her grandmother for maintaining a happy marriage. Kerr, who has been married to Hollywood star Orlando Bloom since July 2010 and is mother to 23-month-old son Flynn, shared the advice during an appearance on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. “My grandma said, ‘Men are very visual, so don’t forget that,’” Kerr revealed . “She said, ‘Every day, put a little makeup on, put on some nice underwear, and you’ll keep your husband.’” The Victoria’s Secret Angel, who recently led a line-up of beautiful women at the annual  Victoria’s Secret Lingerie show  in New York , has also been named the Sexiest Woman Alive by Esquire. She revealed she gets more nervous walking the catwalk if her husband is in the audience. “Yes, but it’s different,” Kerr replied. “Because I’m parading it in front of everyone else, not just him.” The 29-year-old model is thriving professionally, having recently replaced Britian’s Kate Moss to be the new face of High Street brand Mango.