The President is running down the street one day, and he sees a little girl who is giving away puppies that her dog just had.
He goes up to the girl and says, "Little girl, I think that it’s wonderful that you’re doing such a good thing."
The little girl says, "Thank you, Mr. Clinton. Would you like a puppy? They're Democrats."
Bill declines and jogs onward. The next day Billy jogs past the same girl and decides to talk to her again. 'You know what, little girl? I think I'll take one of those puppies after all, seeing as how they're Democrats."
The girl says, "I'm sorry Mr. Clinton, but they’re not Democrats any more. They're Republican now."
Bill says, "They are? How do you know? As a matter of fact, how did you know that they were Democrats at first to begin with?"
She says, "Well, just after they were born they were Democrats, but now their eyes are open."

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DELTA, NORTHWEST TALLY $10.5B IN LOSSES

Delta and Northwest, seeking to combine and create the world's largest airline, posted losses Wednesday totaling $10.5 billion for the first three months of the year because of exorbitant fuel prices and write-downs of their companies' value. "All airlines are in the same boat," said Calyon Securities analyst Ray Neidl. "The industry cannot make money in the current ticket-fare level. Seats have to come out of the market. To cover higher fuel costs, airfares have to go up," he said. Delta Air Lines, the nation's third-largest carrier, said its loss widened in the first quarter to a whopping $6.39 billion. A few hours later, Northwest Airlines reported a $4.1 billion loss for the period. Delta reported a 12% increase in sales; Northwest sales were up 9% in the quarter. (AP; www.OrlandoSentinel.com/Business; Pages B1, Wall Street Journal; C2, New York Times; 3B, USA Today)

* Bad news from the U.S. airline industry will almost certainly mean higher ticket prices for passengers soon. "You'll have higher fares," said Vaughn Cordle, a Washington-based analyst for AirlineForecast. "It's an ugly picture out there." Some analysts say AirTran Airways and other low-cost carriers, stung by the impact of high fuel costs, will have a more difficult time than major carriers weathering the pressures. They are likely to raise ticket prices, and some may even fold, the analysts say. AirTran a day earlier reported a $35 million quarterly loss. (www.AtlantaJournal-Constitution.com/Business

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Traveling with Babies

• Always be sure to bring enough diapers and food for the flight, scheduled layovers, and unexpected flight delays.
• Your baby will appreciate a blanket and anything else you normally use to keep them warm and comfortable.   Familiar things make flying less traumatic.
• If breastfeeding, you might want to bring a blanket large enough to cover the baby during feedings.
• When flying with a toddler, buy a few new toys to peak their interest. Let them see the toys for the first time during the flight. Wrapping them can be fun, but the Transportations Safety Administration advises against traveling through the airport with wrapped presents.
• Hide a couple of favorite toys a few weeks before your trip then pull them out on the airplane or at your destination for an added surprise.
  

Day 1: Kuala Lumpur
On arrival you transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at your leisure. You can visit the Petronas Twin Towers. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 2: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands (255 kilometres)
Today you drive north through the beautiful scenic mountains to the cool climes of the Cameron Highlands. Overnight in Cameron Highlands.

Day 3: Cameron Highlands – Penang (310 kilometres)
Travel northwards to Ipoh – which made its fortunes from the rich tin mines of the Kinta Valley. Visit the magnificent Ubudiah Mosque before crossing the Penang Bridge (the longest bridge in Asia) into the island of Penang. Overnight in Penang.

Day 4: Penang
Explore the main highlights of the city on a half-day tour. Spend the day at your leisure. Overnight in Penang.

Day 5: Penang – Kota Bahru (375 kilometres)
An early start takes you past the picturesque tropical jungles and onto Kota Bahru, a centre for Malay culture, crafts and religion. Spend the day at your leisure. Overnight in Kota Bahru.

Day 6: Kota Bahru – Terengganu (245 kilometres)
Drive through Pantai Chaya Bulan a spectacular stretch where you see various local artisans at their best. Spend the afternoon on the beach. Overnight in Terengganu.

Day 7: Terengganu – Kuantan (250 kilometres)
A scenic drive along the coastal road passing through idyllic fishing villages takes you to Kuantan. Overnight in Kuantan.

Day 8: Kuantan – Singapore (380 kilometres)
An early start takes you to the palace of the Sultan of Pahang before proceeding to the border town of Johor Bahru. After lunch, you cross the causeway into Singapore. Overnight in Singapore.

Day 9: Singapore
Today you could try one of our recommended tours or do your last-minute shopping before your onward flight.

Total distance: 1,815 kilometres

Tour available as: Private chauffeur-drive – Includes car, driver and Pre-booked accommodation.

Places of Interest
Jame Mosque, the Hollywood-Moorish railway station, King’s Palace, Independence Square, Petronas Twin Towers, National Museum, Kuala Lumpur Towers and Batu Caves.

For the Family
Sunway Lagoon theme park, Mines Beach theme park, Genting Highlands amusement park.

Best Buys
Can be found at LOT 10, Sungei Wang and BB Plaza in the Jalan Bukit Bintang area, Petaling Street, the Petronas Twin Towers Mall and Chinatown.

Out and About
The city offers exciting nightlife – from discothèques to pubs and bistros like Barn Thai, TGIF and Hard Rock Cafe to the trendy Cafes and nightspots in Bangsar Baru and the cultural shows that can be viewed at the Central Market.

How to Get There
Qatar airways and Emirates fly daily to Doha and Dubai with immediate connection to Kuala Lumpur while Emirates Holidays offers superb holiday packages. To explore Malaysia.