EarthTalk: Greener Computer Choices (Kansas City InfoZine)
Dear EarthTalk: My old computer finally bit the dust and I am in the market for a replacement. Are there any particularly “green” computers for sale these days? — Brian Smith, Nashua, NH
Source: www.infozine.com
Nigeria: Imo Raises Alarm Over Sub-Standard Imported Computers (AllAfrica.com)
As efforts are geared towards sanitising and controlling the influx of Computer Training Schools across the country by the Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria ) CPN, the Imo State government has raised an alarm over the importation of fake and sub-standard computers and its accessories into the country.
Source: allafrica.com
East Africa: Kenya Calls On Region to Scrap Tax On Computers (AllAfrica.com)
Kenya wants a 10 per cent import tax on computer accessories removed, breaking ranks with its four East African Community partners in its quest to become the ICT hub for the region.
Source: allafrica.com
Two Canadian volunteers donate to school (Accra Daily Mail)
Two Canadian volunteers donated four computers and accessories, footballs, jerseys, assorted books and teaching aids to AME Zion Junior High School at Bobikuma in the Agona West Municipality to enhance teaching and learning.
Source: www.accra-mail.com
New Stores Opening at Fashion Outlets in Niagara Falls (WGRZ-TV Buffalo)
Two new stores are opening at one of Western New York’s premier shopping centers. Michael Kors and KB Toys are the latest additions to the lineup at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls. Kors is recognized as a top American Designer of luxury sportswear and accessories.
Source: www.wgrz.com
Two more arrested in Garfield thefts (The Olympian)
Olympia police arrested two more suspects in connection with the burglary and theft of computer equipment from Garfield Elementary School, a news release says.
Source: www.theolympian.com