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Nick Clegg speech: Horizon shift Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:18AM"It falls to our political generation – and to this generation as a whole - to take the necessary steps now for a better, fairer future. Reform and change today is necessary if we want mobility and prosperity tomorrow. That’s the horizon shift we need. That’s what the Coalition Government is about."
The end of life: a just and reasonable accommodation Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:18AMIt doesn’t benefit the terminally ill or the rest of us to pour money into end-of-life treatment
Islamic center is historic mark of freedom Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:16AM"We are proceeding with the community center, Cordoba House. More important, we are doing so with the support of the downtown community, government at all levels and leaders from across the religious spectrum, who will be our partners. I am convinced that it is the right thing to do for many reasons."
DARKER SIDE OF INNOVATION Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:15AMWINCHESTER, Va. — The last major GE factory making ordinary incandescent light bulbs in the United States is closing this month, marking a small, sad exit for a product and company that can trace their roots to Thomas Alva Edison's innovations in the 1870s.
Texas woman emerges as vocal critic of copyright lawsuit firm Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:15AMColleen Lynn is an admitted copyright infringer — at least by the standards of Las Vegas newspaper copyright enforcement company Righthaven LLC.
Business Briefs: Top 10 remodeler named Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:12AMNormandy Builders of Hinsdale is proud to be listed as the #10 largest remodeling company in the United States by Remodeling Magazine. Remodeling Magazine annually publishes their Remodeling 550 list, ranking the nation's largest remodeling companies.
Community Briefs: Suicide Prevention Day Week noted Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:11AMThrive Counseling Center of Oak Park supports World Suicide Prevention Day on Friday and the 36th annual National Suicide Prevention Week through Sept. 11 and encourages everyone to "Take 5 to Save Lives."
Imam: Handling of Islamic center plan a matter of national security Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:10AMThe religious leader behind plans to build an Islamic center and mosque a few blocks from New York's ground zero said Wednesday night that America's national security depends on how it handles the controversy.
India-Pakistan pairing shows anything is possible Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:09AMThe best measure of what India's Rohan Bopanna and Pakistan's Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi accomplished at the U.S. Open could be found in the stands, not the scoreline. The doubles team reached the U.S. Open final Wednesday, winning a match that brought the United Nations ambassadors from their long-at-odds countries to Flushing Meadows to sit in the stands together.
New South Tampa restaurants satisfy international tastes Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:08AMBy Amy Scherzer, Times Staff Writer ascherzer@sptimes.com Wednesday, September 8, 2010 I am a mageirocophobic. There, I've said it. My mother has mageirocophobia, and her mother wasn't so hot in the kitchen either. You'll probably have to look up the malady, but here's my favorite remedy: discovering new restaurants. That's the reason none of us has ever starved ...
James Debono Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 10:04AMPolitical parties can only come clean on the fireworks issue if they cut their links with the fireworks lobby.
Gamer suspended over name of W.Va. town: Fort Gay Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 10:00AMMicrosoft Corp. and the chief rules enforcer for Xbox Live are apologizing to a small West Virginia town and a 26-year-old gamer accused of violating the online gaming service's code of conduct by publicly declaring he's from Fort Gay -- a name the company considered offensive. West Virginia - Microsoft - Xbox - Online game - United States
Julian: Admit our health-care system is broken, then fix it Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 10:00AMOut on the campaign trail, I meet families every day who tell me they cannot afford private health insurance and that their health-care policy includes high deductibles. Earlier this summer, one family informed me they pay over $18,000 per year to Blue-Cross Blue Shield to cover their family. That’s not fair.
In Defense of Craigslist Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:59AMWhy the crusade to shutter Craigslist's sex ads won't solve the real problem Craigslist - United States - Prostitution - Google - Microsoft
Emanuel May Not be Only Change in White House Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:55AM*Chicago Mayor Richard Daley’s surprise announcement that he won’t be running for re-election is sparking speculation that White House chief of staff Rahm Emmanuel-long a leading contender for Daley’s job-might head back to the Windy City. Could Valerie Jarrett replace him? That’s what Politico says. He won’t be the only one leaving 1600-a wider shakeup [...]
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Recognizes Work of USDA Experts Who Served in Afghanistan and Iraq Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:50AMWASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2010—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today recognized the efforts of more than 20 USDA employees who served as civilian agricultural experts in Afghanistan and Iraq. The agricultural experts were part of the Obama Administration's commitment to provide civilian assistance abroad to help promote long-term economic development.
Gamer suspended over name of W.Va. town: Fort Gay Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:50AMMicrosoft Corp. and the chief rules enforcer for Xbox Live are apologizing to a small West Virginia town and a 26-year-old gamer accused of violating the online gaming service's code of conduct by publicly declaring he's from Fort Gay _ a name the company... West Virginia - Microsoft - Xbox - Online game - United States
Campbell Soup: A Solid Consumer Staple in Both Senses of the Word - cbl Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:46AMBy Ed LeventhalOn September 2, I wrote an article on SeekingAlpha.com entitled Consumer Staple Stock...
Dieffenbach’s life a ‘Pipe’ dream Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:27AMWith four generations of pipe organ builders in his lineage, Adam Dieffenbach, of Harleysville, is no exception to the family rule.
Young Canadians face downsized 'dream' Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:23AMWhen Blaine Higgs graduated with an engineering degree from the University of New Brunswick in the late 1970s, it didn't take him long to land a job with the company that would be his employer for the next 32 years.
Internet an equalizer for people with disabilities Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:23AMSally Harrison is developmentally disabled, but on Facebook the 35-year-old woman is just like anyone else.
Crowds missing from free First Tee event Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:18AMYour mom probably told you that the best things in life are free. This weekend she can offer proof at Pebble Beach, where there's no admission charge for The Homecare & Hospice First Tee Open golf tournament, which concludes today.
USA’s Starting Five Remains Unchanged Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:09AMOn Friday Coach K evaluated Team USA’s starting lineup. Amongst other changes, Duke’s head coach admitted to contemplating benching Chauncey Billups in favor of Eric Gordon . Well, after Saturday’s practice, Coach said everything’s static, and the starting five will look the same come USA v. Angola on Monday.
Japanese rider killed in Moto2 crash in Italy Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:09AMJapanese teenager Shoya Tomizawa died after crashing and being hit by two other riders during Sunday's Moto2 race at the San Marino Grand Prix, the second fatality to rock the sport in eight days. The 19-year-old Tomizawa lost control of his bike and hit his head on the track as his bike flipped over.
Governors treasure cultures while fighting illegal immigration Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:18AMAlabama has been using a program similar to the controversial new law in Arizona to fight illegal immigration for years, Gov. Bob Riley said, but this state chose to work with the federal government, with immigration officers training state troopers.
Many employees laboring under 2 jobs this holiday Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:07AMSaying Adam Kelly has a full schedule just might be an understatement.
AG Buckingham recuses himself from all election-related matters Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:03AMAttorney General Edward T. Buckingham has recused himself from all involvement and oversight of the November 2010 election after formal complaints have been filed against him and the Office of the Attorney General over their hosting of a gathering for delegate candidate Joseph Camacho of the ruling Covenant Party.
Crumble in the jungle Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:44PMAli-Foreman boxing match venue now in state of decay
After a Life in Labor, a Union Leader Retires, Frustrated by a Weakened Movement Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:43PMAnna Burger dedicated her life to building the labor movement, but it has nonetheless grown smaller, even during this time of stagnating wages.
Marine's dying wish turns to reality Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:26PMGULFPORT, MS (WLOX) - Thousands of school supplies will be sent over seas to help students trying to receive an education. During the Gulfport High School pep rally Friday supplies were presented to one woman who is helping make those students achieve their goal.
Runaway Lehigh teen says she's not coming home Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:19PMLEHIGH ACRES : A father says his 15-year-old daughter ran away with her boyfriend to Brazil. And by the time he found out, his daughter was already out of the U.S. and detained by the South American country's government.
Steelhammer: Football, politicking, and picnics ... it must be Labor Day weekend Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:14PMPublic swimming pools are closing, the Jerry Lewis Telethon is opening, and millions of Americans are spending the long weekend resting up so they can hit the ground running in their search for employment when the workweek resumes on Tuesday. Welcome ...
Joe Lemire: Manny just looking out for No. 1 Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:14PMBOSTON -- It's time Manny Ramirez deserved some credit.
Runaway Lehigh teen says she's not coming home Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:06PMLehigh teen says she's not coming home after running away to Brazil with her boyfriend.
Human trafficking's misery hits close to home Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:06PMRELATED STORIES: »How to spot victims »Long Beach forum examines issues
Playoff run over early for Harrington Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:01PMNORTON, Mass. – For the first time since the playoffs started four years ago, Padraig Harrington will bow out of the postseason after the second event, finishing below the top 70 in the FedEx Cup points list.
Hans Keilson, Doctor and Writer of Wartime Wounds Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:35PMThe literature of Hans Keilson, a doctor who escaped to the Netherlands from Nazi Germany, is getting new attention in America.
Ariz. governor says she was wrong about beheadings Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:29PMGov. Jan Brewer rose to national fame defending the state's immigration law and warning of rising violence along the U.S.-Mexico border, including a claim that headless bodies turning up in the Arizona desert.
Ex-bank executives say their dismissals caused panic withdrawals in Kabul Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:24PMThe two ousted executives of Afghanistan's largest bank on Friday blamed a hasty government takeover for a run on the embattled institution this week
Looking for lost treasure Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:17PMWELLAND — It sounds like something straight out of a movie. A team of explorers. An exotic locale. And most importantly, a lost treasure. Though it seems like a film plot, this life of adventure may soon be reality for Welland resident Ruth Feagan.[...]
Akbar Ahmed: An Appeal by an Islamic scholar to Grand Ayatollah KhÄmene'i of Iran Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:17PMThe following is a personal appeal by Ambassador Akbar Ahmed to the Supreme Leader of Iran, Grand Ayatollah Ali Hoseyni KhÄmene'i, to show Islamic compassion...
Rapist attempts to knock off victim from Graterford prison Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:16PMWEST CHESTER – A native of Sierra Leone who raped a fellow immigrant at her apartment in the borough, and who then tried to force the victim to keep quiet about his crime, has been charged with trying to hire a fellow inmate at Graterford state prison to kill her.
AP Issues Standards Memo: 'Combat In Iraq Is Not Over' Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:16PMWhat's Your Reaction? At some point in the last two weeks, you may have been told by someone in the news that combat operations in Iraq were over, and that the last combat troop had left the country.
Jan Brewer Admits She Was Wrong About Beheading Claims Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:16PMWhat's Your Reaction? Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer said Friday she was wrong when she claimed that headless bodies were turning up in the Arizona desert as part of border-related violence.
Ariz. governor says she was wrong about beheadings Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:10PMArizona Gov. Jan Brewer said today she was wrong when she claimed that headless bodies were turning up in the Arizona desert as part of border-related violence.
David Gray says new CD is rooted in purity Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:32AMSometimes you need a time-out. David Gray’s time-out lasted four years.
Lawrence Lessig: Neo-Progressives Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:31AMIt seems that just about every hundred years or so, the body politic we call America swells with fever as it fights off a democracy-destroying disease. That disease is "Special Interest Government".
Politicians gather to help flood victims Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:31AMAmy Paul of SAYA, left, Sen. Jose Peralta, Councilman Daniel Dromm and Mohammad Razvi of COPO, speak about aiding those suffering from Pakistan’s floods.
Our team Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:31AMKarmen Coffey is a hard hitter. She was second on her team – The Falcons – with five home runs and 18 RBI, adding 20 runs scored. She also posted a 3.68 GPA at Bowling Green University, where she has played softball for the past two seasons.
Teen earns scholarship for flu study Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:29AMBishop's junior does research on epidemics By Jenna Jay Contributor A study on the spread of epidemics has yielded $25,000 for 14-year-old Meredith Lehmann, a scholarship recipient selected by the Davidson Institute for Talent Development in Arizona as a 2010 Davidson Fellow. Lehmann, a junior at The Bishop's School, used trip data from every county in the continental United States to track ...