PAKISTAN: Islamic Banking Is Microcredit Too Inter Press Service - LAHORE, Feb 5 (IPS) - When Shamim Akhtar's 20-year-old daughter developed an acute case of ulcers, last year, and had to be hospitalised, she had little choice but to approach a neighbourhood moneylender and borrow Rs 20,000 (330 US dollars). Akhtar
New Revenue Department director confirmed by SenateFOX Carolina - COLUMBIA, S.C. The Senate confirmed two of Governor Mark Sanford's appointments this afternoon. The Senate confirmed Ray Stevens as director of the Revenue Department. Stevens has been an administrative law judge. He replaces Burnie Maybank, who
Sheakley debuts services for injured workersBusiness Courier - Sheakley Vocational Services will offer an individualized case management approach. Each case will include one-on-one visits with the injured worker to provide initial assessment of the injury and capability of the employee, discussions with
Senator seeks oversight study of Insurance DepartmentCharlotte Observer - COLUMBIA, S.C. - A Hartsville senator called for hearings Thursday to study whether the state Insurance Department is operating efficiently. Democratic Sen. Gerald Malloy wants the hearings held before action is taken to overhaul the South Carolina's
