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Gillard steadfast against plunging polls Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:11PMGillard is ploughing on with her carbon campaign, dismissing her unpopularity with voters is damaging.
Epic traffic fears disappear as LA freeway reopens Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:10PMThe event that many feared would be the "Carmageddon" of epic traffic jams cruised calmly to a finish Sunday, with bridge work on the Los Angeles roadway completed nearly a full day ahead of schedule and officials reopening a 10-mile stretch of the busy freeway.
Wooden structures damaged by termites Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:10PMThe Petaling Perdana District Education Department has been urged to speed up the assessment of damage caused by termites to the SK Puchong Jaya, as there is an imminent danger of the roof frames falling onto students or teachers.
Readers' Letters - May 21 2009 Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:08PMReaders' letters from the May 21 issue of the Observer. Following Greg Miles' article 'Footballers kick out at parish over negative attitude' (Observer, last week), I am disappointed to read the Bosham council has shown such disregard to the aims and aspirations of its football club.
UK top cop quits over hacking scandal Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:00PMLONDON (Reuters) - Britain's top police chief resigned and the former head of Rupert Murdoch's UK newspaper business was arrested on Sunday over a phone-hacking scandal that is lapping at Prime Minister David Cameron's door.
Leech Lake Tribal Election Results Voided Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:57PMAn election judge for the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe has nullified Donald "Mick" Finn's election as secretary-treasurer in a June 28 special election.
Updated: Lower Merion commissioners move on City Ave. transit area Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:53PMLower Merion Township is one step closer to creating a Transportation Services Area for City Avenue. The designation would permit it to impose a traffic impact fee on future development in its prime commercial corridor in Bala Cynwyd and Merion.
Calls for break-up of media empire grow Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:46PMRupert Murdoch yesterday faced calls for the break-up of his British empire despite issuing a second public apology for the phone-hacking scandal that has gone to the heart of the establishment.
Reith report blasts opposition strategy Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:43PMFormer MP author of new internal fed election review. 18 Jul 2011 8:36 AM
Libs must rebuild policies, Reith urges Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:41PMTony Abbott needs to urgently rebuild Liberal policy credentials, a former coalition minister says.
VIPR Searches and the American Citizen: ‘Dominate. Intimidate. Control.’ Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:46AM“They’re trying to scare the pants off the American people that we need these things... Fear is a commodity and they’re selling it. The more they can sell it, the more we buy into it.
Barak Wants to Use Colonial Area Laws to Silence Settlers Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:45AMFollow Israel news on and . Defense Minister Ehud Barak on Thursday instructed his legal adviser to examine the possibility of using of British colonial era emergency laws to curb Jewish protests against the Judea and Samaria commander Brigadier General Nitzan Alon . Area residents say Alon's left-wing political views have permeated his command and prejudiced his decisions against them.
Study: No link between brain tumors, cell phones Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:41AMResearch on nearly 3 million Danish adults suggest that a decade of cell phone use does not increase the risk for at least some types of non-cancerous brain tumors.
House Appropriations Committee slaps GAO, racing ahead of Issa on investigation into error-ridden report Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:34AMThe House Appropriations Committee is demanding the Government Accountability Office explain how its internal reforms will prevent mistakes like those in an error-ridden report on the for-profit college sector that stained the investigative agency’s reputation last year, forcing a reorganization of its undercover sting unit.
Melbourne Victory release Sukha on compassionate grounds Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:33AMA-League Melbourne Victory Thai international defender Surat Sukha will quit Australia to play for Bangkok's Buriram PEA after he was released by the A-League 's Melbourne Victory on compassionate grounds, reports the official AFC website . Sukha made 36 appearances over two seasons in the A-League and played five times in the Victory's most recent AFC Champions League campaign. Victory coach ...
Nipissing Best Start group begins needs assessment Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:31AMThe Nipissing Best Start Aboriginal Working Group is pleased to announce that Lawlor and Associates Consultants Inc.[...]
SPECIAL REPORT - How fuel smuggling keeps Gaddafi machine running Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:25AMZOKRA, Tunisia (Reuters)- Yacine, a 24-year old Tunisian in jeans and an oil-stained red T-shirt, has been busy since war broke out next door in Libya.
First-time cruise on P&O Ventura: Blown away in the Bay of Biscay Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:24AMOpening a guide to cruising for first-timers, Christopher Hope reports on how his family was won over - despite the dress code and the costly outings .
SEPT. ELECTION TO FILL VACANT SEATS Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:19AMby Robert Pozarycki Primary Day in New York State this September read more
WITH VIDEO:Macomb Township fire leaves condo at a total loss Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:26AMMacomb Township fire investigators Monday morning returned to a condominium near Heydenreich and Hall roads that was destroyed by fire late Sunday, looking for the cause of the blaze.
Libya: Col Gaddafi has 'suicide plan' to blow up Tripoli Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:13AMCol Muammar Gaddafi has a "suicidal plan" to blow up the capital Tripoli if it is taken by rebels, the Kremlin's special envoy to Libya said.
Stores clip coupon usage Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:10AMClipping for dollars — that’s what many shoppers are doing these days to save money on groceries and other purchases.
Women arrested for prostitution at Tunica casinos Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:06AMThe Tunica County Sheriff's Department has arrested eight women for alleged prostitution at several casinos.
MEC cracks whip on bad leaders Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:52AMIn a special meeting at Durban’s ICC on Thursday, Dube cracked the whip, warning mayors, Speakers and municipal managers that their five-year tenure in office would be closely monitored by her department.
NP Telegraph reporters earn more accolades Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:48AMTelegraph staff reports The Telegraph reporters recently won a number of awards from the Nebraska Press Women organization.
NP residents respond to bin Laden death Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:45AMThe North Platte Telegraph The morning after President Barack Obama announced that Osama bin Laden had been killed by a special operations unit in the Pakistani city of Abbottabad, North Platte residents responded with cautious optimism.
ALONSO REVELS IN JOY OF VICTORY Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:45AMFernando Alonso - special feeling. Fernando Alonso is still feeling the high that goes along with taking the top step of the podium. Alonso beat the Red Bull racers to the chequered flag at Silverstone on Sunday, claiming his first P1 result of the Championship.
Mumbai uses Twitter and Facebook to coordinate response to bomb blasts Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:43AMSocial networks used to offer humanitarian aid and shelter After three deadly blasts in the city, the people of Mumbai are using the Internet and social networks to help coordinate blood donations, hospitals and even shelter for people.
AQUILANI AGENT QUASHES CATS TALK Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:37AMAquilani - won't join Sunderland. Alberto Aquilani's has dismissed reports linking his client with a move to Sunderland. Reports claim the Black Cats are considering strengthening their squad by signing the Liverpool midfielder.
The Leading Business Weekly Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:53PMHERE we go again. The Special Tribunal for Lebanon, a United Nations-backed body investigating the killing of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri in 2005, has accused four people of his murder.
'Desperate Housewives' Eva Longoria and George Lopez Host Alma Awards Return on NBC Primetime Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:47PMJethro Nededog After last year's cancelation, the network will air the show honoring Hispanics in entertainment in September. read more
Update on the latest sports Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:44PMMLB-ALL-STAR GAME
AP Enterprise: Families sue after soldiers' deaths Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:27PMWASHINGTON (AP) — Nasir Ahmad Ahmadi was hired to work as an interpreter alongside American troops in Afghanistan. But soldiers were alarmed by his strange behavior, his inability to do the job and the foul condition of his living quarters. They suspected he used drugs.
CBRE Clarion Global Real Estate Income Fund (NYSE: IGR) Declares Monthly Distribution for July Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:27PMPHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Trustees of the CBRE Clarion Global Real Estate Income Fund (NYSE: IGR) (the “Fund”), declared a monthly distribution of $0.045 per share for the month of July 2011. The following dates apply: Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payable Date July 2011 07-20-2011 07-22-2011 07-29-2011 IGR’s current distribution rate represents an annualized yield of 6.3% based ...
Teacher to serve three months for raping teen Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:22PMA Queens special education teacher was sentenced yesterday to 90 days in jail for statutory rape with a 15-year-old boy.
Fitch Revises Rating on Owens Valley Unified School District (CA) GO Bonds Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:13PMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings has revised the rating on the Owens Valley Unified School District (CA) general obligation bonds to 'A' from 'BBB+'. The rating is being revised in conjunction with the recalibration of local tax-supported credits effective April 30, 2010. Fitch initially announced plans for recalibration in the 'Recalibration of U.S. Public Finance Ratings' special ...
Indianapolis Colts: Jerraud Powers and the 7 Players Who Have to Step Up in 2011 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:04PMWith Peyton Manning leading the way, the Indianapolis Colts are almost always considered contenders to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. As Colts fans have learned quite a bit since the Manning era began, however, he can't do it alone, especially in the playoffs. There are several players who need to step up and make an impact in 2011 for the Colts to reach the Super Bowl. Last season was ...
'Solicitor-General Gopal Subramaniam's stand on black money had irked government' Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:59PMThe government's unhappiness with S-G was crystallised by parts of the SC's order setting up a SIT to probe black money issue.
Treasure belongs to temple: minister Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:56PMThe southern state of Kerala has asserted that the treasure discovered from the vaults of a temple here belonged to the temple and the state had no claim over it.
QPR run rule over former Portsmouth hitman Webber Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:23AMFulham Rangers QPR Sheffield United Portsmouth QPR have handed a trial to former Portsmouth frontman Danny Webber, reports the Fulham and Hammersmith Chronicle . The 29-year-old is a free agent after quitting the Championship outfit this summer and is training with the R's. Boss Neil Warnock is desperate to add some more firepower to his squad before the season gets underway next month, and has ...
QPR go for striking pair of Bothroyd and Campbell Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:21AMRangers Blackpool QPR Queens Park Rangers Queens Park Rangers are hopeful of sealing a double deal for DJ Campbell and Jay Bothroyd, reports Skysports.com . Bothroyd, the former Cardiff hitman, has a number of offers on the table, but is now close to finalising a move to Loftus Road. And boss Neil Warnock is also hopeful of securing the signing of a second striker, with Campbell also arriving ...
William and Kate received an iPad 2 from the Governor to commemorate visit to California Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:21AMApril Chieffo According to reports, the Duke and Duchess received a California-themed iPad 2 on their California visit Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, look on during a private reception at the British Consul-General's residence in Los Angeles on July 8, 2011. UPI/Chris Pizzello/pool read more
The Evening Telegraph Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:20AMThe Evening Telegraph prides itself in being at the heart of the community. The paper addresses local issues in Dundee and the surrounding area on a daily basis.
Indonesia looks to have avoided FIFA sanctions Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:19AMThe Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) appears to have avoided the prospect of sanctions from FIFA after electing Djohar Arifin Husin as the new head of the organisation, reports Sport Business . The PSSI had been told by FIFA that it must hold elections or face suspension after previous elections had collapsed. “Now we must focus on moving forward and how to improve in the future, hopefully ...
Feds to embed up to a dozen employees to assist Detroit Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:19AMHUD Secretary Shaun Donovan is announcing a plan this morning that will embed in the city as many as a dozen officials to lend their expertise to Mayor Dave Bing's effort to improve the city.
Chinese Motorway Collapses Just Two Days After Opening Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:19AMA Chinese motorway has collapsed just two days after it opened, amid rumors that the Government rushed the project so it was ready in time for the Communist parties 90th birthday. The 57 mile motorway . . .
Werder Bremen confident of retaining Arsenal target Mertesacker Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:19AMArsenal Werder Bremen German Bundesliga German Bundesliga club Werder Bremen believe they can hold onto defender Per Mertesacker despite interest from Arsenal . The 26-year old German centre-back was originally targeted by the Gunners in January but reports on the weekend suggest that North London club are back in for his services. Mertesacker comes out of contract next summer and may favour a ...
The Center for Public Integrity: Deaths and safety violations found within OSHA's 'model' workplaces Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:16AMBy Chris Hamby, iWatch NewsPart of a series,"Model Workplaces, Imperiled Workers,"by the Center for Public Integrity's iWatch News. The first article is here.On a December...
'Sin and gin' tour uncovers Bellingham's past Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:12AMMarissa McGrath and Sara Holodnick are regular ladies six days a week.
Audio Exclusive: After 7 Refuses to Record Again Without Melvin Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:08AM *They may not have had an album since the mid-90s, but the R&B group After 7 has been keeping busy performing in various venues around the county, the latest being the recent BET Awards, where they took part in a musical tribute honoring the 1991 film “Five Heartbeats.” [Scroll down to watch.] “After 7 [...]