Bulldozers destroy Mayan pyramid in Belize
Cbsnews: A construction company has essentially destroyed one of Belize’s largest Mayan pyramids with backhoes and bulldozers to extract crushed rock for a road-building project.
Cyber-heist spotlights India IT sector
Reuters: A breach of security at two payment card processing companies in India has reopened questions on the risks of outsourcing financial services to the Asian nation.
Angelina Jolie speaks out on double mastectomy
New York Times: Angelina Jolie wrote a candid Op-Ed on her choice to get a preventative double mastectomy due to her high risk of breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
Portland bandage-maker acquired for $3M
Portland-based surgical bandage-maker HemCon Medical Technologies was acquired for $3 million by a Connecticut company.
Clatskanie ethanol plant now shipping crude oil
Cascade Grain’s $200 million ethanol plant is now being used to store and ship crude oil.
Rising housing costs hurt working Oregon families
One in four employed families in Oregon face a severe housing burden, according to a new report.
Hales proposes arts tax deal
Portland mayor Charlie Hales proposed a deal on the controversial 2012 city arts tax.
Salem-Keizer to sell Middle Grove
The Salem-Keizer School Board approved the sale of Middle Grove Elementary School for $1.2 million.
Portland may cut garbage rates
The Portland City Council is considering a new rate schedule to cut garbage and recycling rates.
Retailers divided on Bangladesh reform
Reuters: Major U.S. retailers, including Gap Inc, declined to endorse an accord on Bangladesh building and fire safety backed by Europe’s two biggest fashion chains.