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  Northern Mariana Islands (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is a commonwealth in political union with the United States of America at a strategic location in the West Pacific Ocean.
The southern islands are limestone with level terraces and fringing coral reefs; the northern islands are volcanic, with active volcanoes on Anatahan, Pagan and Agrihan.
Islands 12 through 15 are collectively known as the Southern Islands, with the municipalities Saipan, Tinian, and Rota (uninhabited Aguijan is part of Tinian municipality).
www.brainyencyclopedia.com.cob-web.org:8888 /encyclopedia/n/no/northern_mariana_islands.html   (1084 words)

  
 Lonely Planet World Guide | Destination Northern Mariana Islands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The predominant religion of the Northern Marianas is Roman Catholic, especially among the Chamorros and Filipino immigrants.
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is made up of 14 of the 15 Mariana Islands (the 15th is Guam, a separate US territory and the southernmost of the chain), stretching nearly 400 miles (645km) north to south.
Among the bird species found in the Marianas are the rufous fantail, the beautifully plumed golden honeyeater, the fairy tern and the Vanikoro swiftlet (an endangered bird).
www.statraveluk.lonelyplanet.com /pacific/northern_mariana_islands   (3698 words)

  
 Cultural Network Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The outer islands of Yap (Satawal and Woleai) and Chuuk (Unoun or Ulul) are the points of origin for the Carolinian population of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Presently in the Northern Mariana Islands, the sons of Mau Piailug who have made Saipan their home and other Carolinian sons of seafarers are embarking upon efforts to teach young people the skills and knowledge that they have gained from their fathers.
Traditional cooking for the indigenous groups of the Northern Mariana Islands involves the preparation of breadfruit, tubers (taro, sweet potatoes, yams) and plantains (cooking bananas), and fish.
www.spc.org.nc /culture/activities_marianas.htm   (3113 words)

  
 Micronesia - Northern Mariana Islands
The Marianas Archipelago was claimed for Spain and initially named 'Islas de Las Velas Latinas' (Islands of the Lateen Sails) because of the agility with which the Ancient Chamorros sailed their canoes out into open waters to greet the Spanish ships.
The island culture reflects the admixture of the indigenous and native cultural traditions with Western influences.
The main island, Saipan, is the capital of the Northern Mariana Islands.
micronesia.hawaii.com /marianas/more2/index.php   (1175 words)

  
 Northern Mariana Islands at AllExperts (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The Northern Mariana Islands, officially the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), is a commonwealth in political union with the United States of America at a strategic location in the West Pacific Ocean.
The Northern Mariana Islands have also come into the news recently due to their connection to the scandals involving Jack Abramoff and allegedly former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay[2].
Islands 1 through 11 are collective known as the Northern Islands, together forming the Northern Islands Municipality.Islands 12 through 15 are collectively known as the Southern Islands, with the municipalities Saipan, Tinian, and Rota (uninhabited Aguijan is part of Tinian municipality).
experts.about.com.cob-web.org:8888 /e/n/no/Northern_Mariana_Islands.htm   (1496 words)

  
 Music of the Northern Mariana Islands - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Northern Mariana Islands are an island chain dependency of the United States.
The national anthem of the Northern Mariana Islands is "Gi Talo Gi Halom Tasi" (in Chamorro, "Satil Matawal Pacifico" in Carolinian), which was adopted on October 1996.
Music festivals in the Northern Mariana Islands include the Fiestan Luta, an annual celebration.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Music_of_the_Northern_Mariana_Islands   (206 words)

  
 Northern Mariana Islands - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Northern Mariana Islands, together with Guam to the south, comprise the Mariana Islands.
Anatahan Volcano is a small volcanic island located 120 km (80 miles) north of Saipan Island and 320 km (200 miles) north of Guam.
Islands 11 through 14 are collectively known as the Southern Islands, with the municipalities Saipan, Tinian, and Rota (uninhabited Aguijan is part of Tinian municipality).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Northern_Mariana_Islands   (2569 words)

  
 Northern Mariana Islands (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Angry at larcenous natives, he first dubbed the Islands "Las Islas de los Ladrones", (The Islands of the Thieves), but in 1668 their name was changed to Las Marianas after Mariana of Austria, widow of Spain's Philip IV.
After Japan's defeat, the Islands were administered by the United States as part of the United Nations Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands; thus, defense and foreign affairs are the responsibility of the US.
The people of the Northern Mariana Islands decided in the 1970s not to seek independence but instead to forge closer links with the US.
northern-mariana-islands.iqnaut.net.cob-web.org:8888   (716 words)

  
 Music schools
Music schools in Jurgita.com are all facilities that teach music and everything that is necessary for musicians.
Here you will find various music schools in which you can study singing, dancing, stage motion and acting, choreography, attitude, playing musical instruments and other subjects related to music.
Music industry professionals that are specialized as music schools and would like to be seen in our website are welcome to join.
www.jurgita.com /music-schools.php   (225 words)

  
 PHI Pharmancy, Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is a commonwealth of the United States.
The island population and the Filipino population are mainly Roman Catholic.
Numerous white sand beaches and a large lagoon on the western side of the island are perfect for picnics, bonfires and beautiful tropical sunset viewing.
www.phipharmacy.com /live.asp?area=live   (959 words)

  
 Pacific Islands Radio
This early music was very fundamental although some islands did use flutes and drums to accompany their singing.
As there was no written language to record the history of the Pacific Islands, it was our beautiful island music that provided one essential record of our heritage and this was passed from generation to generation.
Pacific Islands Radio is very pleased to be able to say that a collection of some of the most exciting and absorbing gospel music from the Pacific Islands is now being featured on Pacific Music Radio (FM mp3PRO Stereo), Pacific Islands Radio 33K (24 kbps) as well as Pacific Islands Radio 28K (16 kbps).
www.pacificislandsradio.com /index.htm   (1098 words)

  
 Oceania Northern Mariana Islands News - Media Monitoring Service by EIN News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Islands Studies/University of Hawai'i SAIPAN, CNMI (Marianas Variety, Dec. 8) — Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands hotels want to produce their own power and sell of some it to the...
Islands Studies/University of Hawai'i SAIPAN, CNMI (Marianas Variety, Dec. 5) — Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Governor Benigno R. Fitial is scheduled to undergo his second surgery today in California...
Democrats in the U.S. Congress are considering a federal takeover of Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands labor and immigration.
www.einnews.com /oceania/newsfeed-northern-mariana-islands   (1164 words)

  
 Northern Mariana Islands Wedding DJs. Find local Northern Mariana Islands Wedding DJs and Disc Jockeys at Absolulte ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Northern Mariana Islands wedding djs and disc jockeys can be easily found by searching our wedding planning guide.
As part of the hiring process, you should ensure that your Northern Mariana Islands DJ has the ability to work as part of your team to maximize the results from each professional.
Since music is such an obvious part of a Northern Mariana Islands DJ's role in your wedding, they should be able to provide you with a wide variety of music appropriate for you and your guests through a premium sound system that incorporates a complete back-up solution for your peace of mind.
www.wwwweddings.com.cob-web.org:8888 /ni/djs.htm   (401 words)

  
 Top 20 Encyclopedia (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
It consists of 14 islands about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines, at 15° 1′ 2″ N, 145° 4′ 5″ E.
Together with Guam to the south, a United States territory, the Northern Mariana Islands make up the Island Arc of the Mariana Islands.
The economy of the Northern Marina Islands depends primarily on tourism, especially, from Japan, and the rapidly growing garment manufacturing sector.
encyc.connectonline.com.cob-web.org:8888 /index.php/Northern_Mariana_Islands   (1123 words)

  
 Northern Mariana Islands - 999 Northern Mariana Islands (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
But, on February 18, 2005, the Delegate Act was reintroduced by Pombo with a new number, H.R. The Northen Mariana Islands have also come into the news recently due to their connection to the scandals involving Jack Abramoff and House Majority Leader Tom Delay.
The Northern Marina Islands had successfully exploited its position of being in a free trade area with the United States, while at the same time not being subject to the same labor laws as it.
In addition, a different immigration r©gime meant that a large number of Chinese migrant workers were employed in the Islands' garment trade.
www.999northernmarianas.com.cob-web.org:8888 /news   (960 words)

  
 Saipan Information, Tinian Information, Rota Information @ The CNMI Guide - Your guide to Saipan, Tinian and Rota
Welcome to the Northern Mariana Islands, a chain of 14 tropical islands in the Western Pacific.
and hospitality of island people anxious to provide you with the vacation dream of a lifetime...
Rare photos of the Northern Islands added to the Island Life Photo Gallery.
www.cnmi-guide.com   (166 words)

  
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 USATODAY.com - Refunds headed to millions of music buyers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
LOS ANGELES — Millions of U.S. music fans will soon begin receiving refund checks as part of a $144 million settlement of a price-fixing lawsuit against five distributors and three retailers.
Attorneys general for 43 states and territories filed the antitrust lawsuit in 2000, alleging the companies illegally conspired to raise the prices of their products by imposing minimum pricing policies.
The companies also were giving 5.6 million music CDs, worth about $77 million, to libraries and schools across the country.
www.usatoday.com /news/nation/2004-02-20-music-settlement_x.htm   (384 words)

  
 Micronesia - Northern Mariana Islands - Accommodations in Northern Mariana Islands
Dai-Ichi Hotel, a resort situated in the center of the Garapan is conveniently located to the tourist district of Saipan.
The Hotel Riviera Saipan is a comfortable hotel conveniently located beside the Northern Mariana College overlooking the Susupe Lake is quite a reasonable and affordable hotel for the budget traveler.
The Mariana Resort Hotel & Spa is located on the north side of Saipan.
micronesia.hawaii.com /marianas/accommodations/more   (443 words)

  
 Pacific Islands Radio 33K
The music played on Pacific Islands Radio has authentic examples of both the contemporary and traditional forms of island music from the low atolls like
In addition, some more unique and beautiful music from the Caroline Islands and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands including
, gospel music, the day-to-day music including songs about the beauty of the sunrise, the sunset, the islands and the people, not to mention the uniquely beautiful love songs with their haunting lyrics and melodies.
www.pacificislandsradio.com /pacific_islands_radio33k/index.htm   (478 words)

  
 iMusicSearch.com
Enter your name and e-mail to receive instant access to unlimited music MP3s, CDs, software programs, movies DVDs, videos and TV shows.
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With over 12 billion files on the network we are sure you will find the music or movie you are looking for!
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Factors That Contribute to the Trafficking Infrastructure Women and children are trafficked to the Northern Mariana Islands mainly to support the growing sex tourism industry on the islands.
She co-owned the Mood and Music nightclub in Saipan and recruited waitresses and singers from the Philippines to work at her club.
In 1997, Castaneda interviewed and hired the three Filipinas at her recruiting office in the Philippines for jobs that included waiting tables and singing.
www.protectionproject.org /mariana.doc   (270 words)

  
 www.cnmi.net - [The CNMI's Home Page]
Marianas Visitors Authority: Information about events and activities in the CNMI, links to businesses, and maps of Saipan, Tinian, and Rota are available here in English and Japanese.
Northern Marianas College: Class Information, Schedules, News, and Events are available.
Northern Marianas College - CNMI CREES: Cooperative Research Extention and Education Service - Aquaculture information, Agriculture information, Events, Meetings, and Seminars.
www.cnmi.net /government.php   (609 words)

  
 Music News - Albums, Artists and Videos from TheShowBuzz.com
LL Cool J was honored for a "lifetime" of contributions to hip-hop at the ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Awards.
Photos and facts on country music's biggest award winners, plus a trivia test.
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 GospelMusic.org GMA : Join GMA
Professional membership ($85), for those who derive a portion of their income from gospel music.
Associate membership ($60), for supporters of gospel music and those whose involvement in the industry does not provide them with a source of income.
College Student membership ($25), for full-time college students who do not make any income at this time from gospel music.
www.gospelmusic.org /membership/individual/join.aspx   (292 words)

  
 northern mariana islands travel holidays hotels resorts maps saipan rota tinian   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
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 Musical America - Print Advertisers
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 Printed music, sheet music, guitar tab, instrumental folios, drum books, guitar books, and much more at Musicstop!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Guitar and bass tab, the latest hits, instrumental folios, jazz and blues instruction, personality books, classical piano, easy piano, broadway and movie selections, manuscript, wedding music, nostalgia, drum books, traditional, fiddle/violin music, instructional videos, fakebooks, and a variety of teach yourself methods.
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We have texts for teachers to learn from, games, music plays, activity books, flashcards and software that will complement any music program.
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 Pacific Islands Club Saipan : Saipan : Northern Mariana Islands - Hotels Guide by BootsnAll   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Pacific Islands Club Saipan is situated on Agingan Point and is just a 5-minute drive from the airport.
Facilities are available for group gatherings too including events, parties, incentive tours and seminars.
Come and experience the wonderful tropical hospitality with your family and friends, at the amazing Pacific Islands Club Saipan.
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