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EU rejects US criticism Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:49AMBRUSSELS – European officials on Thursday defended planned new EU legislation regulating high-end financial services from "protectionist" charges, amid anger from US Treasury chief Timothy Geithner.
Miss America back in Old Dominion Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:47AMROANOKE --Miss America Caressa Cameron pulled up to Lincoln Terrace Elementary yesterday in a shiny white limousine, a glittering crown on her head and a grin on her face. In the Roanoke school's gymnasium, she strolled down a red carpet to a royal high-backed chair, waving to the cheering youngsters, who were full of questions for the queen in their midst....
Zambia : Sata Roundly Condemned for Levy Remarks Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:46AMPATRIOTIC Front(PF) leader Michael Sata has received wide condemnation over his statement that late Republican president Levy Mwanawasa's decision to evacuate him to South Africa for treatment was a mere public relations (PR) gimmick.
Hike would hit condos, apartments and businesses Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:42AMA proposal going to city council later this month would see single-family homeowners spared paying more money for garbage pickup with the money instead coming from condominiums and apartment buildings, businesses and a recycling fee increase.[...]
`Rafa: Still Best Manager In The League` Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:37AMSummary Christ we're f**king awful. David-LFC-Toronto Whoa, Whoa, Whoa - What? I am sure you will be inundated with emails today demanding the resignation of Rafa. I can understand the frustration but still believe that he is the best manager in the league and our best hope of winning a title.
House Rejects Afghan Withdrawl, 356-65 Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:34AMIn 2001, the US Congress never declared war on Afghanistan. But this week and almost nine years on, only sixty-five members voted to withdraw American troops from that undeclared war, says John Nichols .
Closure of Maisie Quinn finalized Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:03PMHANNAH PIECUCH This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it WEST WARWICK — Maisie Quinn Elementary School is officially closing in the spring and all those who will be fifth graders will attend the middle school.
O'Connor: Why St. John’s should let a good man go Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:03PMMalik Boothe released his halfcourt heave, and as Norm Roberts stood there with his arms folded quietly across his ribcage, tracking the ball as if it were a streaking comet in the Garden sky, the coach was hit by a sudden and sickening thought: The ball was much like his St. John’s career. It was coming up short.
Talking Money: Now’s the time to prepare for rising interest rates Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:03PMIf you have a variable-rate credit card, or an adjustable-rate mortgage, or a savings account, you’ve likely noticed that throughout this recession, your interest rates have gone down—in some cases, by quite a bit. That’s a good thing when it comes to the money you borrow, but a bad thing when it comes to the money you save. Even the best savings accounts aren’t paying much more than 1 percent ...
Government reorganization bill signed Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:02PMDES MOINES - Gov. Chet Culver on Wednesday signed into law a sweeping restructuring of state government designed to squeeze $127 million in spending from next year's budget and help close an expected shortfall.
Utica: Plan Commission talks flood regulations change Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:01PMUtica property owners may need to apply for a building permit before making repairs to flood-damaged property. The Village Board will consider a possible amendment to the village's Flood Hazard Area Use Regulations requiring a damage assessment by the
CENSUS CAMPAIGN: Questions over taxpayers money spent on mass mailing Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:01PM2010 Census forms will soon hit your mailbox. The federal government is spending millions to make sure you fill it out and send it in. In addition to the form itself, you'll also get two reminders in the mail. The massive outreach campaign has some people questioning how much this all costs.
'JihadJane' recruited in US, Europe, Asia Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:00PMWASHINGTON – US woman operating online under the name "JihadJane" recruited jihadist fighters in the United States, Europe and Asia in a bid to carry out terror plots "or die trying," prosecutors said.
House leader: Ethics panel ends Massa probe Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:00PMThe House Democratic campaign chief said Wednesday the ethics committee has ended an investigation of former Rep. Eric Massa, but the freshman's alleged harassment of his staff members —
Braid is back Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:59PMDaniel Braid got married in January, but his true love is the new breakdown interpretations that have seen him recapture the form which saw him named New Zealand Player of the Year in 2007.
No-cuss week tougher than it sounds Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:59PMI have to admit that I enjoy a good cuss. I may seem like a boring, uptight, church-going mom, but I can cuss with the best of cussers. Maybe it was growing up during the freewheeling '60s, of which Country Joe and the Fish's Woodstock cheer is emblematic ("Give me an 'F' ... "). Or maybe it was the darker, locker-room side of Catholic school, as evidenced by the behavior of the Blues Brothers ...
Popular business directory searches Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:06AMThe Madness is on; I mean March Madness for both high school and college. The 2010 Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee basketball championships get underway Wednesday in Murfreesboro, while the boys tournament opens on March 17.
Hedge Funds Lose Money Even With Euro, Pound Tumbles (Update1) Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:06AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Hedge funds that trade currencies are taking hits from politicians casting them as speculators out to sink the euro and push Greece into insolvency. They are also losing money.
OPEN SPACEDespite budget problems, VF needs work Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:04AMThe Open Space Fund, which is where the town of Telluride finds money to acquire, purchase and maintain its Bear Creeks and Valley Floors, has been feeling the pinch of the economic downturn.
Phil Mickelson looking to turn his season around at Doral Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:04AMMIAMI -- It is tempting but not correct to say that all eyes are on the newly named TPC Blue Monster at Doral for this week's WGC-CA Championship. There's too much counter-programming.
The Schmuck Stops Here: Is realignment really on table for MLB? Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:03AMRolling realignment? If you read my column about the committee and the possibility of a scheduling overhaul on Sunday, I also brought up the possibility of -- well, as I called it -- "rolling realignment."
Feds indict 'JihadJane' Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:03AMCOURTHOUSE — A Montgomery County woman known online as “JihadJane” wanted to become “a martyr in the name of Allah,” and allegedly plotted to kill an artist in Sweden when she traveled to the country last September, according to a federal indictment.
Can't save them? Move 'em Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:02AMHow can we save some of our most charismatic animals from extinction due to climate change? American biologist Camille Parmesan has a radical suggestion - move them. She talks to Suzanne Goldenberg.
Kansas City, Mo., school board to vote on closures Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:00AMThe Kansas City school board is facing a stark choice: close nearly half its public schools or face a potential bankruptcy.
Vendor carts win another year in MV Core Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:00AMSnowsliders of both stripes will be able to pick up a hot crepe or score a quick wax on the Mountain Village plaza for at least one more year.
Knoxville Nationals trips made easy Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:33AMAre you thinking about going to the 50th annual Knoxville Nationals but don’t want the hassle of putting the trip together?
Fudoli Shares Thoughts on His Role as Legislator Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:32AMTwo months is not a lot of time to get completely acclimated to a new job, but new Erie County Legislator Dino Fudoli said the progress is going well, a little slow at times, but he is happy with what has been done so far. Fudoli represents Erie County’s 5th Legislative District, which includes Elma, Marilla, Wales and Holland, as well as his hometown of Lancaster and the towns of Alden and ...
Hedge funds struggle to raise Ucits funds Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:32AMHedge funds are finding it more difficult than traditional asset managers to raise money for new UK funds aimed at increasing liquidity and transparency, despite their stronger performance.
Musial Cast as Eleanor of Aquitane Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:32AMSusan Musial and a handful of veteran actors are preparing for the debut of the Aurora Players production of “The Lion in Winter,” by James Goldman, opening at the Roycroft Pavilion in Hamlin Park on March 12.
Quinn Calling For Big Borrowing In State Budget Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:31AMGov. Pat Quinn will be the bearer of bad news Wednesday morning when he introduces his proposed state budget, which addresses the state's massive deficit mostly by borrowing money and letting bills go unpaid.
Nigeria : Deregulation - FG Ready to Meet Labour's Conditions Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:31AMAbuja — The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr. Odein Ajumogobia, has said the Federal Government has accepted some of the conditions given by organised labour for the implementation of deregulation in the downstream petroleum sector.
Nigeria : Improving Human Development, Healthcare Through Partnership Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:29AMLagos — For any one who may have encountered street urchins popularly known as 'area boys' and experienced their menace in Lagos State, will agree that momentarily hell could be let loose and would pray never to have a repeat encounter with young boys whose places of abode are under the bridges and hide-outs in the street corners.
Guinness brewer's faith provides inspiration for Nashville author Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:29AMArthur Guinness believed in working hard, in creating a great product, in treating his employees well, and in Christian charity.
Republicans eye Murray’s seat as Rossi considers bid Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:28AMNo state swung for Republicans in 1994 more than Washington state. And if a GOP wave crashes again in 2010, it’s looking more likely that Read more...
McCue Mortgage still in the family after 60 years Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:27AMNew Britain-based McCue Mortgage Co., the largest independently-owned mortgage lender in the state, celebrates 60 years in business this year.
Festival can flourish for shuffle of cards Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:09PMIt was no accident that the prospect of a Cheltenham Saturday had an airing last week. The timing was deliberate and shrewd, ensuring that this sensitive subject is prominent in the debating chamber of a Festival meeting. Now, the racecourse management can await feedback.
Scammer uses BC Hydro’s name Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:07PMAn old scam fraudulently using BC Hydro’s name has resurfaced in Powell River.
Cards win hockey crown Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:05PMWatch Video [...]
Entergy responds to Miss. charges Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:04PMBRATTLEBORO -- Responding to an allegation raised by Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood, Entergy fired back, accusing him of conducting "a fishing expedition" into activities he has no business investigating.
US troops killed in Afghanistan and Africa Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:04PMBy The Associated Press Army Spc. Bobby J. Pagan
Fed expands eligibility for repurchase program Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:04PMThe Federal Reserve said Monday it's making more financial institutions eligible for a program to drain some of the unprecedented liquidity it added to markets during the credit crisis.
Following father’s path Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:04PMHarry Zroback considers himself a very lucky person. He and his wife Marsha have three sons, all of whom live in Powell River. Exceptional daughters-in-law, granddaughter Mya and grandson Daniel round out the immediate family.
FDOT: SunRail, High-Speed Rail To Meet Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:03PMAlthough plans have not been finalized, the Florida Department of Transportation is promising that SunRail and high-speed rail will intersect at some point.
After Rejecting 1.7 Million Returns, IRS Offers Help Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:03PMNew 800-number phone service available for seniors confused over whether they've received Economic Recovery Payments.
Bain Seeks 177% Return in IPO of Sensata After Losses (Update1) Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:02PMMarch 8 (Bloomberg) -- Bain Capital LLC is selling Sensata Technologies Holding NV in a $632 million initial public offering that may almost triple the value of its investment in a company that has lost money every year since being acquired.
State appropriations chairman says GOP leaders rushed release of cut list Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:15AMState Rep. Larry Tidemann was on the list of Republican leaders proposing $52 million in state budget cuts and shifts last week, but he didn’t show up at a news conference to pitch the plan.
Bob Sanders: Readers praise philanthropy, character of Indianapolis Colts safety Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:14AMErie Times-News readers reacted strongly to Erie Times-News sports writer John Dudley's column critical of Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders, at right, in last Sunday's newspaper (Erie Times-News, Feb. 28).
T-Pain Downsizes Collabos On "RevolveR" Album, "I Tried To Keep It Light This Time" Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:10AMGrammy-winning singer T-Pain has updated fans on the status of his forthcoming RevolveR album and said he intentionally tried to avoid a project filled with collaborations. [Visit SOHH.com for more information]
School 19 teacher is inspired by her students Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:09AMKatie Fuller-Nave has taught -- and learned -- in IPS schools since 2001. She shares her experiences in her own words.
Jobs program offers hope for Hoosier teens Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:09AMThis summer could be one of the worst periods for job seekers -- especially teens -- since the recession hit 27 months ago.