Calling Card News Home

How to beat the stress of business travel

February 15, 2012

Business trips can be stressful, whether flying halfway around the world to meet with clients or darting across the country for a meeting, but there are ways to reduce the anxiety that comes with working on the go. Read Article »


Philippine golfer ends six-year no-win streak at Philippine Open

February 13, 2012

Professional golfer Mardan Mamat recently came out as the victor at the Philippine Open, marking the player's first win in six years. Read Article »


Police strike ends before Brazil's Carnival

February 13, 2012

After a week and a half, Bahia police have finally ended their strike. Read Article »


German man wins race to top of Empire State Building seven consecutive times

February 9, 2012

The annual Empire State Building Run-Up was held recently, and the man who won the race celebrated his seventh consecutive victory. Read Article »


"Survivor" producer awaits trial in Mexico for wife's murder

February 9, 2012

American Bruce Beresford-Redman was charged with the murder of his wife, an event which took place in Cancun, Mexico, in 2010, and he recently headed back across the border to stand trial. Read Article »


Germany's Golden Camera Awards honor American actors

February 9, 2012

Last Saturday, the 47th annual Golden Camera Awards were held in Berlin, Germany, and a few American actors were honored along with German celebrities. Read Article »


William Shatner announced as host for Canada's JUNO Awards

February 8, 2012

This year's JUNO Awards are starting to shape up, as The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) recently revealed this year's host. Read Article »


Russian scientists finally drill through to 20 million-year-old lake

February 8, 2012

Researchers from Russia's Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute (AARI) recently managed to complete a project that began more than 20 years ago. Read Article »


Australia pushes for longer au pair work visas

February 8, 2012

Being an au pair gives an individual the chance to travel to foreign countries and fully immerse themselves in the local culture. Read Article »


Mexico's ruling political party chooses woman to run for president

February 7, 2012

The National Action Party (PAN) recently announced their choice for the presidential candidacy in the nation's upcoming elections - a woman. Read Article »


Bahai police strike endangers citizens, threatens national events

February 7, 2012

Bahai, Brazil's third-largest city, has recently been in turmoil since the majority of the police force has gone on strike. Read Article »


Philippines rocked by massive earthquake

February 6, 2012

A recent earthquake is causing chaos in the Philippines where at least 53 people are dead or missing. Read Article »


Developing nations draw students studying abroad

February 6, 2012

When most people opt to study abroad, they look at destinations in Europe, the U.K. and other industrialized nations. Read Article »


South African officials step up rhino-poaching punishments

February 1, 2012

Three poachers were recently sentenced to 25 years in prison for their crimes, a punishment that is stronger than any issued previously. Read Article »


Lone Star College student transfers to school in Italy after short academic trip

January 31, 2012

Study abroad programs give students the chance to experience another culture by completely immersing themselves in it, rather than just visiting and playing the role of tourist. Read Article »


Cosmic radiation may be the real reason for failed Russian probe

January 31, 2012

After Russia's failed Mars probe crashed back to earth earlier this month, rumors began circulating about what went wrong, but now officials think they know what really happened. Read Article »


Mexico's Occupy movement is small, new evidence of Carlos Slim's corruption may change that

January 31, 2012

Mexico is currently witnessing its own Occupy movement, but a lack of social media access has prevented the protests from growing as large as those in the United States. Read Article »


Afghan National Museum welcomes home ancient sculpture from Germany

January 31, 2012

Germany recently returned an ancient artifact to the Afghan National Museum. Read Article »


Brazilian fashion designers now offer plus-size swimwear options

January 31, 2012

Brazil's fashion world is growing, literally. Read Article »


More Canadian viewers than ever before for 2012 NHL All-Star Game

January 31, 2012

The annual NHL All-Star Game is a highly anticipated event for professional hockey fans, and this season's game was no different. Read Article »


Nelson Mandela's last surviving sibling passes away at 81

January 31, 2012

Nelson Mandela's last living sibling recently passed away at the family's compound in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Read Article »


International study benefits far outweigh negatives

January 30, 2012

Traveling to another country to pursue your education can be a very rewarding experience, but the road to reward may be paved with frustration and challenges. Read Article »


Business travel is easier with a bit of planning

January 30, 2012

The life of a business traveler can be stressful, especially when it comes to navigating airport security, getting to the hotel and assimilating to new cities and towns regularly. Read Article »


New Orleans student shares his study abroad experience

January 30, 2012

Studying abroad gives students the chance to take in a new culture, perfect a foreign language and grow as individuals. Read Article »


Survey indicates more business travel for 2012

January 30, 2012

The global economy has been less than ideal in recent years, and many companies may cut back on business trips and other expenses to counteract the negative effects of the economic downturn. Read Article »


Holocaust Memorial Day marks 67th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation

January 27, 2012

Friday, January 27, marks the 67th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp, and is also honored as Holocaust Memorial Day in Germany. Read Article »


A few tips to improve business travel

January 26, 2012

Business travelers tend to get pretty good at navigating airports and packing suitcases, but for those who aren't on the road frequently, here are a few helpful tips to help make the trip a bit easier. Read Article »


Mass Russian opposition rally officially allowed to demonstrate against Putin

January 26, 2012

Russian officials recently granted permission for a protest rally to be held in Moscow. Read Article »


President Obama targets China in State of the Union address

January 25, 2012

On Tuesday night, American President Barack Obama gave the annual State of the Union speech, during which he mentioned China numerous times. Read Article »


Rowan University sees more students traveling abroad

January 25, 2012

At New Jersey's Rowan University, spending a semester or two abroad is the latest craze. Read Article »


Obama recognises international students in State of the Union address

January 25, 2012

President Barack Obama recently gave the annual State of the Union address, and his speech covered a range of topics from the economy to public programs and education. Read Article »


PNRC working hard to train volunteers in every Filipino community

January 24, 2012

The Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC) is is continue to recruit volunteers for the Red Cross 143 program, which intends to train emergency responders in every village and community throughout the nation. Read Article »


China's next leader to visit U.S. in February

January 24, 2012

China's Vice President Xi Jinping is set to visit the U.S. next month to meet with Vice President Biden. Read Article »


Many were unwilling to travel home for Chinese New Year

January 23, 2012

On January 23, China celebrated the Lunar New Year, and the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. Read Article »


Chinese New Year is now a non-working holiday in the Philippines

January 23, 2012

January 23 marks the start of the Lunar New Year, and this year the Philippines is celebrating the fist day of the Year of the Dragon as a non-working holiday. Read Article »


Russia's Makarova defeats Williams to go head-to-head with Sharapova

January 23, 2012

Russia's Ekaterina Makarova beat American tennis champion Serena Williams at the Australian Open in Melbourne. Read Article »


Cameroon Olympic team to train in Scotland prior to the London games

January 20, 2012

The Cameroon Olympic team will spend a few weeks before the 2012 London Olympics training in the U.K. city of Aberdeen. Read Article »


Canadian freestyle skier Sarah Burke passes away after skiing accident

January 20, 2012

Sarah Burke, an Olympic freestyle skier from Canada, passed away due to complications from a skiing accident. Read Article »


Suspected Boko Haram bomber arrested in Abuja but escapes

January 19, 2012

On Christmas Day, a bomb went off just outside of Nigeria's capital Abuja at a Catholic church in Madulla. Read Article »


Yao Ming attends panda reintroduction ceremony in China

January 18, 2012

Former NBA star Yao Ming recently got to take part in a giant panda adventure. Read Article »