News for 17 April 2010

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17 April 2010 [20:52]

Your Corner: Roaming the aquarium - Life under water - PHOTOS

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Weird / Interesting

17 April 2010 [12:12]

World's most expensive carpet sold at auction

The carpet woven by Persian masters in the 17 century became the most expensive carpet in the world.
17 April 2010 [11:17]

New species of leech discovered in a little girl's nose

Scientists have discovered a new species of leech sporting large teeth after it was plucked from a girl's nose.
17 April 2010 [10:51]

Another World Record attempt: Man in a room full of most venomous snakes

A Sussex carpenter is hoping to break a world record by spending nearly four months in a room with some of the world's most venomous snakes.

Politics

17 April 2010 [20:23]

Azerbaijani MP will attend opening of Honorary Consulate in Germany

The Azerbaijani MP will pay a visit to Germany.
17 April 2010 [11:27]

Azerbaijani MPs to visit Latvia

The Azerbaijan-Latvia interparliamentary working group will pay a visit to Riga.

Business

17 April 2010 [10:15]

SOCAR: Oil refining depth reached 95%

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) has achieved high depth of oil refining.

Daily Laugh

17 April 2010 [13:22]

Daily laugh: Playing your age...

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Society

17 April 2010 [13:37]

Head of Azerbaijani diaspora in Iceland: Events unfolded like a in terrible movie

Interview with Zakir Ion-Hasanov, Chairman of the Icelandic-Azerbaijani Society "Azeri".
17 April 2010 [13:13]

Azerbaijan sets additional benefits and incentives for young professionals

The Azerbaijani government has set additional benefits and incentives for young professionals.
17 April 2010 [10:08]

UNECE expert group visiting Azerbaijan

The 12-member expert group on environmental performance of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) is in Azerbaijan for a preparatory mission.

Sports

17 April 2010 [11:34]

Azerbaijani gymnast achieves historic success at European Championships - UPDATE

A team of Azerbaijan gymnasts is attending the Rhythmic Gymnastics European Championship in Bremen, Germany.

Arts & Entertainment