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'Jihad Jane' indictment shows terror's evolution Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:15AMPHILADELPHIA (AP) — The self-described "Jihad Jane" who thought her blond hair and blue eyes would let her blend in as...
'Jihad Jane' shows terror's evolution Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:13AMPHILADELPHIA — The self-described "Jihad Jane," a Pennsburg woman who thought her blond hair and blue eyes would let her blend in as she sought to kill an artist in Sweden is a rare case of an American woman aiding foreign terrorists and shows the evolution of the global threat, authorities say.
Empire Company Posts Q3 Results Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:13AMEmpire Company Limited today announced financial results for its third quarter ended January 30, 2010. For the quarter, the Company recorded earnings before capital gains and other items of $68.3 million compared to $64.8 million in the third quarter last year.
Alabamaâs Premier Racing Facilities Team Up 6 Days of Racing For Only $99 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:12AMTALLADEGA, March 10, 2010: April is a good month to be a race fan in Alabama. Both IndyCar and NASCAR make stops in the state, with only two weeks and 30 miles separating the events. Best of all, $99 buys admission to all the racing action.
Citigroup Selling TruPS After Repaying Bailout: Credit Markets Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:10AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc. , seeking capital after repaying bailout funds to the Treasury, is selling trust preferred securities as rising investor demand drives borrowing costs to near the lowest in almost five years.
'Jihad Jane' Indictment Shows Terror's Evolution Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:10AMThe self-described "Jihad Jane" who thought her blond hair and blue eyes would let her blend in as she sought to kill an artist in Sweden is a rare case of an American woman aiding in foreign terrorism and shows the evolution of the global threat, authorities say.
Pay your Parking Ticket With a Toy Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:08AMNothing sours an afternoon of holiday shopping more than returning to your car and finding that foreboding neon envelop tucked menacingly under the windshield wiper of your snow-laden car. Parking tickets.
Mark Petchey: Britain's Davis Cup woes summed up Jamie Baker's stance Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:08AMMark Petchey, Andy Murray's former coach and one-time head of coaching at the LTA, says Britain's Davis Cup woes can be explained by the stance taken by Jamie Baker.
My memories of Bob Rentschler Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:06AMI am proud to say I played on Mr. Rentschler’s first team at Oley Valley. Then, 26 years later, I was an assistant coach at his last game as the Oley Valley Legion coach. By association, I consider this my bragging rights and minor claim to fame. I am proud to have that distinction. What a truly unique, influential and wonderful man he was.
Fairholme Proposes Equity Investment in General Growth Properties, Inc. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:05AMFairholme Capital Management, L.L.C. on behalf of The Fairholme Fund and The Fairholme Focused Income Fund , each a series of Fairholme Funds, Inc., today announced a proposal pursuant to which the Funds would acquire approximately 271.3 million shares of new equity capital of the reorganized General Growth Properties, Inc. at $10.00 per share to facilitate GGP's emergence from bankruptcy.
Two arrested in case of stolen equipment Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:34AMTelegraph staff reports KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Matthew T. Jones, 31, and Ryan R. Hanzlick 32, were taken into custody on Friday without incident. The investigation and subsequent arrests were part of a joint investigation with the Thomas County, Kan., and the Hayes County Sheriff's Departments, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the FBI in Kansas and Nebraska.
MetLife to buy AIG’s Alico unit for US$15.5B Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:33AMNEW YORK -- AIG is selling its foreign life insurance unit to MetLife Inc for about US$15.5-billion, in its second major asset sale in a week to repay the U.S. government billions of bailout money. M...
Budget foreign investment shift ‘masterstroke’ Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:31AMThe budget, released on Thursday, removes layers of red tape that foreign investors, especially venture capitalists, face in selling shares in Canadian firms.
Meatpackers Say Inspection Cuts Are Shortsighted Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:30AM(AP) Indiana's plan to lay off some meat inspectors to save money and reduce the time inspectors spend with small, independent processors has the industry and farmers fearing it could hurt what has b...
Stephen Murray charity auction launches today! Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:28AMBid on ebay for limited edition goodies
The paper clip, March 10 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:21AMFrankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung reports that Axel Weber, the head of the Bundesbank, Germany's central bank, has spoken out against German Chancellor Angela Merkel's proposal to set up a European Monetary Fund to help eurozone countries in financial difficulties.
End in sight for Bank Century circus Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:12AMDENPASAR, Bali - An investigation of Indonesia's Bank Century, which required a bailout in 2008 that eventually climbed to 6.7 trillion rupiah (US$720 million), has been taken up by the quasi-independent Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), a move that should end the political circus surrounding the looted lender.
NPR host urges value of strong news reporting Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:11AMTo estimate the number of people slaughtered in a battle, it's easiest to count the heads. It was the first lesson Scott Simon learned about war coverage while on assignment in Sarajevo, Bosnia. Since then, the host of National Public Radio's "Weekend Edition Saturday" has reported on wars in Kosovo and Kabul, covered post-Sept.
All men are created equal, abolish 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:09AMIt has taken America a long time. We're not a completely colorblind nation that has fixed the preponderance of its social problems. We've made plenty of strides to fulfill the Declaration of Independence's "all men are created equal" promise. We are a nation that has implemented countless policies to enable blacks, Latinos, women, the disabled and several other minorities' equal opportunities to ...
India’s Sensex Index Gains on GDP Outlook; Hero Honda Advances Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:06AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Indian stocks rose, with the benchmark index remaining near a seven-week high, amid optimism economic growth will boost company earnings.
Pray that Kryptonite is Avatar's undoing Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:13AMCome Oscar night on Monday, uber-director James Cameron and his top-grossing, tree-hugging, 3D sci-fi digital extravaganza Avatar will pick up a swag of doorstops for best visual effects, cinematography, sound, etc. As it should.
From Genesis a revelation: price hikes likely Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:00AMGenesis electricity consumers could face further price hikes of up to 4 per cent this year.
Brownlee refuses to rule out pit mining Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:59AMEnergy and Resources Minister Gerry Brownlee has refused to rule out open-pit mining in our highest value conservation parks ahead of a review due out shortly.
EPL soccer betting: Preview and picks Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:57AMThe soccer season is in full swing and we've enlisted the help of a former European oddsmaker. Shawn Young is back with his weekly picks for the pitch. Let’s hit the road for value in England this week. SATURDAY ARSENAL (-2.5, +120) vs. B...
Reko Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:57AMWINDSOR, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - March 5, 2010) - Reko International Group Inc. (TSX:REK) today announced results for its second quarter ended January 31, 2010. Financial Highlights (complete statements follow): Three Months
Saturday's Last Word on Friday Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:56AMCity election - “Thank you to all five city residents running for City Council. For a tiny city at a crossroads, it is crucial to elect representatives who grasp the concern residents have for upholding city goals, and not letting the goals, rules and policies be rewritten every time a developer or individual quietly enlists the help of the staff to reshape the current rules. Residents who have ...
Two arrested on federal charges Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:55AMKANSAS CITY, Mo. â€” Matthew T. Jones, 31, and Ryan R. Hanzlick, 32, were taken into custody Thursday as part of an investigation into thefts of large farm equipment from the states of Wyoming, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado.
Ben Reiter: Spring Postcard: Angels still need an ace to guide them Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:54AM1. This is a team without an ace
Reko Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:44AMWINDSOR, ONTARIO-- - Reko International Group Inc. today announced results for its second quarter ended January 31, 2010.
Glencore to Buy Back Energy Coal Unit From Xstrata (Update2) Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:55AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- Glencore International AG, the world’s largest commodity trader, will buy back a Colombian coal unit from Xstrata Plc , setting the stage for an initial public offering that may value the trading company at $35 billion.
German, U.K. Investors Buy Greek Debt, Fees Climb (Update1) Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:54AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- German and U.K. investors bought more than a third of the 5 billion euros ($6.8 billion) of debt Greece sold yesterday with the government being charged higher fees by banks than at an offering in January.
Men’s Lacrosse Looks to Keep Streak Alive in Home Debut Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:48AMThe No. 8 ranked men’s lacrosse team (2-0) is looking to continue its momentum this weekend when it hosts Army (1-2) tomorrow at Schoellkopf Field.
Learning Beyond the Classroom Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:48AMAs is customary for many college dormitories, walk into my suite in Bethe and you will find tacky nameplates adorning each door.
Corporate Bonds Rally on Greek Sale, ECB Rates: Credit Markets Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:48AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- Corporate bonds are rallying the most since the beginning of the year as Greece successfully raised 5 billion euros ($6.8 billion) in a sale of 10-year bonds and European policy makers pledged to keep interest rates low.
Mint Manages Money for the Attention-Impaired: Rich Jaroslovsky Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:43AMMarch 5 (Bloomberg) -- In Mint.com ’s creation story, as recounted on its Web site, founder Aaron Patzer started the free online personal-finance service after a tedious 2005 session with Intuit Corp.
Markesan school fate up in air Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:32AMMARKESAN Residents in the Markesan School District must approve a $5.6 million referendum on April 6 or face losing their schools.
Friday's news and tips Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:27AM■ Jeremy Townsend is to quit pubs group Mitchells & Butlers to take up the role of chief financial officer at pest-control and laundry group Rentokil Initial.
The paper clip, 5 March Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:17AMTurkey has recalled its new ambassador in Washington following the passage yesterday of a resolution that describes the 1915 massacres of Armenians as “genocide”, Today's Zaman writes.
How to Spot Fake Job References Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:17AMThere have always been unethical and/or desperate job hunters out there who have used a friend or relative as a reference in order to up the chances of landing a position. Providing a fake reference that will lie and speak glowingly about you is nothing new.
Producers face bumpy road to recovery Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:57PMWhile the improving global economy is expected to have a positive impact on most agricultural sectors, primary producers will need to manage their operations in a potentially volatile marketplace, according to Rabobank‘s group executive country ...
Veteran pitcher Chan Ho Park joins the Yankees Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:55PMTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — South Korean right-hander Chan Ho Park took part in his first workout with the New York Yankees on Sunday.
Crosby's golden goal caps Canada's Olympics Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:51PMSid the Kid has a new label: Olympic hero.
The future of Najibonomics Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:44PMMARCH 1 — The more I learn about 1 Malaysia and the Najib Razak administration, the more convinced I am that this is all just another giant farce. I cannot tell where this perception that Najib is more competent or principled than his predecessor is coming from. 1 Malaysia is all propaganda without results, and the actions of our government show it is more concerned with a good show rather than ...
The Crosby show Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:42PMSid Crosby is the greatest since Wayne Gretzky, but today he did something the Great One never did.
ASG nets $13m govt contract Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:40PMASG Group today announced the signing of a six-year, $13 million contract to provide IT services to the Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy.
Chile steps up rescue after quake Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:36PMChile announces emergency measures after a massive quake kills more than 700 people and wreaks widespread destruction.
Healing at the speed of light Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:35PMImproving eyesight in 10 minutes. Speeding up the healing of damaged nerve cells. Stretching the skin, whitening the teeth, accelerating the mending of bones, erasing pimples, fighting baldness and helping people quit smoking. What do all these have in common?
Plan to boost city hives is the ultimate in free-bees Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:32PMURBAN beekeeping could be a "vital tool" in reversing declines in honeybee populations, the Co-operative claimed as it rolled out a scheme to encourage more people to
Eastday-A tradition more than young can afford Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:20PMYoung people say the Spring Festival has cost them dear because of the large number of presents they had to give to family members and the children of friends, bosses and colleagues.
'God has a plan for me,' Noe says Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:12AMBy MARK NIQUETTE and JOE HALLETT COLUMBUS DISPATCH NELSONVILLE, Ohio - The only aspect of Thomas W. Noe's life that hasn't changed is this: He still says he's innocent, and if given a fair shake, he can prove it. The former Toledo-area political power broker at the center of a scandal that brought down the Republican statewide ticket in 2006 says he is prepared to grow old in prison, but not ...