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Why a senior banker turned into Pirate Pete Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:08AMFormer banker Gordon Dickson now earns his living as a children's' entertainer after losing about £1m in the financial crisis.
Disney Legend Bob Gurr: Filling in the Gaps Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:03AMWade revisits an interview with the attractions guru and gets some new answers.
Why today's well-groomed man is going straight Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:03AMIain Hollingshead got his fingers burnt trying out his girlfriend's hair straighteners, but millions of men don't.
Past, present mix at Crocodile Club dinner Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:03AMBRISTOL — First-timers joined old “crocodilians” at the Crocodile Club dinner at Lake Compounce Tuesday, rubbing elbows with many of the state’s candidates and reconnecting with old friends.
You Sunk My Secondary: Green Bay Packers Lose Atari Bigby and Al Harris Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:02AMHave you ever heard the saying, "Don't put all your eggs in one basket?" Well if you haven't, take a look at the Green Bay Packers, as they will give you a definition of what it means to get your hopes up, only to be knocked back a peg by some disappointing news. Coming off a 2009 season that saw the Green Bay Packers reach dizzying new heights under defensive genius Dom Capers, the green and ...
Doctor who won lottery still wants 'to help people' Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:01AMWhen Jackson Memorial Hospital doctor Shirley Press heard the buzz nine years ago that someone at work had won the lottery, she told co-workers, "That person is going to be such an oddball — they aren't going to fit in anywhere."
Hamilton and Webber make the break Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:01AMRed Bull boss Christian Horner dubbed race-winner Lewis Hamilton the luckiest man in Belgium on Sunday, but Mark Webber could equally have claimed the accolade.
Once-banned, Jia Zhangke seeks wider audience in China Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:57AMChina's Jia Zhangke has been hailed abroad as one of the most important living directors but his films have had little impact at home. The once-banned filmmaker hopes the World Expo can help change that.
Vintage planes will fly again Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:55AMEach year, World War II becomes a more distant memory. Fortunately, the Wings of Freedom Tour -- which is visiting several area airports over the next 10 days -- provides a link to one of the most important eras in history.
Jubilating Kala Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:54AMThe room was black, as black as my past. The memories was dark, glancing in a blast. From an old clock rack, tick-tocked in a rush. It was rainy today, I saw at the weather forecast.
Former Falcons star to lead PUC volleyball Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:30AMPacific Union College Prep alumna Brittany Brown has been named the new Pioneers women’s volleyball coach at Pacific Union College. “It is exciting to invite Brittany Brown back home,” said Pioneers athletic director Robert Castillo in a release.
'My amazing prism glasses have given me back my sight' Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:29AMCraig Darby, the husband of MoS writer Lauren Booth, was left with brain damage and loss of vision after a horrific motorcycle crash.
OMG! Text-talk takeover is NBD Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:25AMThe acronyms, emoticons and abbreviations of text talk are not replacing standard English, according to multiple academic studies and GW professors.
Multitechsters, give your brain a break! Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:24AMIt's 1 p.m. on a Thursday and Dianne Bates, 40, juggles three screens. She listens to a few songs on her iPod, then taps out a quick e-mail on her iPhone and turns her attention to the high-definition TV.
A-League Round-Up: Referee Decisions Make Headlines As Sydney FC Stumble Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:23AMTwo of the form teams thus far in the A-League clashed and it was Ange Postecoglou's youthful Brisbane side who took the three points as Kosta Barbarouses netted a well-worked goal against his former club.
Gwin Paden is honored for her contributions to the community Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:19AMWhen Gwinnett Mitchell Paden sees things that need to be done, she gets in there and gets it done. She says she was brought up that way.
Phil Sheridan: For NFL, no limits to greed, hypocrisy Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:18AMGive the NFL credit for this much. It doesn't let reason, fairness or logic stand in its way if there's an extra dollar to be made.
Calistoga woman avoids jail in vehicular death of elderly pedestrian Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:17AMA judge sentenced a Calistoga motorist who hit and killed a St. Helena pedestrian to community service, about $66,000 restitution and probation last Thursday, sparing her jail time.
As unemployed lose benefits, more seek welfare benefits Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:17AMOne morning in July, Lisa Carstarphen climbed out of her husband's car and walked into the beige brick building that houses the offices of Camden County's social services, wondering how at age 46 she ended up there.
Names & Faces Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:14AMFrank Thomas The Chicago White Sox gave the Big Hurt a big honor Sunday, retiring Thomas' number before their game against the Yankees. Thomas fought back tears during an emotional ceremony that included fireworks and several of his former teammates. He... Chicago White Sox - New York Yankees - sport - Fireworks - Baseball
Big turnout for Harkers Island Sunfish Regatta Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:14AMROB EBERLE HARKERS ISLAND — The ninth annual Harkers Island Sunfish Regatta had 37 boats toe the line at the protected sound inside Cape Lookout on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 7-8.
SIU investigates shooting Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:14AMEvan Jones was a friendly young man with a big heart. Jones, 18, was shot and killed by police Wednesday night. Friends say he had some 'personal issues' but was a good kid with a friendly smile. "I've known him all his life.[...]
CD/DOWNLOAD/ALBUM: David Bazan - Curse Your Branches (2009) Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:14AMBy Tom Johnson I have two amazing young daughters who constantly remind me of the distance in age between them and me. The youngest is too young to ask much, but is plenty busy with toys and books, and being the family comedian. My older daughter, however, she is full of questions and I, while not necessarily full of answers, have seen enough of the world to have a feeling or two about how ...
Meyer hands out Bok jerseys Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:13AMFormer Bulls coach Heyneke Meyer has presented the Springbok jerseys to the Test team playing the Wallabies at Loftus.
Fallen Marine's mother airs grief Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:13AMMarine Lance Cpl. Nathaniel Schultz was killed Saturday in Afghanistan. Liza Natkin wants people to know about her son.
Family, friends gather to remember Ashley Aven Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:12AMEDMONDS -- There were tears of sadness, but also the smiles of good memories as family members and friends gathered at Westgate Chapel on Wednesday to remember Ashley Aven, the former Meadowdale High School softball player who died of acute myeloid leukemia on Aug. 15.
MSU brings Mortenson to campus Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:11AMThe keynote lecture for Mississippi State University's Maroon Edition will feature "Three Cups of Tea" author Greg Mortenson Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. It is sponsored by the Maroon Edition, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Shackouls Honors College said Linda Morse, a professor in the Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology and the chair of the Maroon Edition Planning ...
Why has studying French lost its élan? Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:10AMIs the big fall in the number of British school children studying French something to be concerned about?
Elkhart soldier's parents trying to cope: Pfc. Justin Shoecraft was killed Tuesday in Afghanistan. Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:08AMELKHART -- After learning Tuesday their son, Elkhart native Pfc. Justin Shoecraft, 28, had been killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan, his parents have been trying to make sense of the tragedy.
AIM HIGH AT GOODWOOD Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:05AMLatest horse racing news from sportinglife.com. Cards, tips, statistics, live commentaries & results. Full, free coverage of horseracing from a UK perspective.
No forgetting them Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:39PMHibbing DAV Chapter 3 members will be selling the blue flowers at various locations throughout the week including Walgreens today and Walmart on Friday. Donations go to helping disabled vets.
Ramshead Rathskeller returns Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:33PMThe Rat is back. More than two years after the Chapel Hill landmark closed its wooden door, the Ramshead Rathskeller will again be open for business by the end of the year, said Diane Fountain, a future owner who will be overseeing the project.
Safer demolitions Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:32PMFor many of us, the vivid memories of the 9/11 attacks will always be there. As we approach the eight-year anniversary, there are also still physical reminders of the tragedy hovering over the World Trade Center.
‘Art Activist’ sheds light on ‘aerosol artists’ Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:30PMUrban Art. Street Art. Mural Art. Aerosol Art. Spray Art. Guerilla Art. Tag Art. Call graffiti what you will — but there’s no denying it’s a big part of life in NYC (whether we realize it or not). That sentiment was expounded by painter/photographer Shell Sheddy.
Two decades after his death, Salvador Dalí persists Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:29PMIn an exhibition that is largely focused on prints but also includes a handful of unique drawings, William Bennett Gallery aims to make another case for Salvador Dalí.
O’Callaghan eyeing Cork cup glory Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:23PMLAST week’s narrow defeat to Waterford may mean that promotion will prove a bridge too far for Cork City FORAS this year, but the FAI Ford Cup remains a potential path to glory for the club in its first year after coming back from the dead.
Board hears Circle Lake rezoning challenge Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:22PMCircle Lake area residents concerned about public safety and environmental protection faced off against the city Thursday during an Ontario Municipal Board hearing.[...]
Inquest called into shootout deaths Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:22PMLONDON, Ont. — Ontario's chief coroner has called a dual inquest into the deaths of OPP Const. Vu Pham and his killer Fred Preston, who died in a shootout with police.[...]
McDonald credits existing council — UPDATED Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:22PMNorth Bay mayoral candidate Al McDonald scored some points with members of the existing council Thursday as he kicked off his campaign.[...]
‘Watch out government’:New building to improve programs at Union of Ontario Indians Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:22PMThe Union of Ontario Indians officially opened its new multi-use facility Thursday The 7,500-square-foot hub connecting four previously detached buildings will improve the delivery of services and increase capacity for post secondary education.[...]
Traps take to the ice — VIDEO Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:51PMWatch Video [...]
Sports Shorts Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:49PMlarger view Meet the Warriors this Wednesday The Mountain Football varsity, jayvee and freshmen teams invite the public to a “Meet the Warriors” dinner on Wednesday, Aug.25 at the Tehachapi High cafeteria. The team will serve a barbeque chicken dinner for $10, with all proceeds going to offset team uniform and equipment needs during the season. The coaches will also officially announce members ...
Preservationists oppose bank's plan for Ridglea Theater Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:45PMPatsy Cantrell and several girlfriends handed carnations to moviegoers on opening night of Fort Worth's Ridglea Theater nearly 60 years ago.
More acquisitions beyond Kingsmill Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:40PMJAMES CITY — Kingsmill Resort could be the beginning of a new initiative by Xanterra Parks & Resorts, the top executive told a reception Wednesday evening.
Ross turns out to mark opening of renovated school Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:40PMLike so many graduates of Ross School, John Miles spent Monday reminiscing about his days playing in the schoolyard, teasing girls and recalling which teachers were most strict.
It's time to remember veterans, as war winds down Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:37PMSixty-five years to the week after V-J Day -- Aug. 14, 1945 -- the last full U.S. combat brigade in Iraq left that country. Celebrations? On Thursday, there were hugs for soldiers returning to J oint Base Lewis-McChord . For most of us, it was just another summer day.
Our Parkway Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:36PMGazette columnist Jim Baker once referred to the Colonial Parkway as “America’s skinniest National Park.”
First ladies at Sept. 11 memorial Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:33PMWASHINGTON, Aug. 23 (UPI) -- Michelle Obama and Laura Bush will speak at a Sept. 11 ceremony at Pennsylvania's future site of the Flight 93 National Memorial, officials say. Laura Bush - Pennsylvania - Michelle Obama - Flight 93 National Memorial - United States
SOFTBALL: Gilroy settles for fourth at Little League World Series Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:32PMMariza Rodriguez fires to first base during a semifinal Friday. (PHOTO BY MARSHALL HOLLIS.) Photo by: Special to The Times GILROY -- By Monday morning everything was back to normal for the 12 Junior All-Stars from Gilroy. They had already missed three days of school and there wasn't an excuse to miss a fourth. Last week a note of absence was easy to pen. The message may have read, "My daughter ...
Disneyland Paris falls well short of infinity Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:06PMThere's a huge boot print embedded in the tarmac, a balsa wood aeroplane of lifelike proportions sitting beside it and, up ahead, a giant U-shaped piece of Hot Wheels track which brings back fond memories of childhood.