Wall Street pulls the welcome mat Apr 20, 2008
The fate of their first jobs the culmination of years of hard work seemed to rise and fall with news from the financial markets. The first sign of trouble came March 12, when Alan Schwartz, the chief executive of Bear, appeared on CNBC as rumors swirled that the bank was in trouble. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
NASA Completes First Full-Scale Motor Test for Orion Spacecraft Apr 16, 2008
"The test provided valuable data on motor performance that will allow design and analytical refinements by our contactor team. The test is the culmination of intense and focused work by the entire jettison motor team." The jettison motor static test firing was conducted by Aerojet Corporation in Sacramento. NASA has partnered with Lockheed Martin Corporation, Orbital Sciences Corporation, and Aerojet to supply the jettison motor. (PR Newswire)
Stonehenge dig turns up new clues Apr 11, 2008
"It's the culmination of their work, it makes sense to go back to the stone circle and get a date," she said. "We want to strike a balance. We want the best research, but we can't just say go ahead and dig as you like, it's a very fragile area. Even the Druids are happy with this project. We've spoken to them and they don't object.". (MSNBC -- Environment)
The ride of her life - Despite succumbing to the inevitable, MHS teacher cherishes her trip on NASA’s Vomit Comet’ Apr 8, 2008
Today was the culmination of our NASA experience. Ryan and I took our reduced gravity flight on the C-9. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Bangkok Climate Change Talks Close Apr 7, 2008
As expected, no major advances were achieved at the meeting, which was mainly intended to flesh out a roadmap from a breakthrough agreement in Bali last year to kick off the talks through to a culmination in Copenhagen at the end of 2009. "The train to Copenhagen has left the station," said Yvo de Boer, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. (Planet Ark, United States)
Nintendo Survey Asks About Brawl Sequel Apr 4, 2008
We know that is part of, and perhaps the culmination of, one of Nintendo's most popular franchises. But while Smash games have previously come once per console generation, the of Brawl must look tempting to the company for cranking out a sequel sooner rather than later. (1UP.com)
Cursed are the cheesemakers Mar 29, 2008
Someone has targeted us," he said. Sadly for Mr Cutillo and his colleagues, however, the problem is all too real, and is the culmination of decades of political weakness and criminal opportunism. The Campania area has long been blighted by the Camorra, the region's homegrown mafia, "this cancer we have to live with", as Mr Cutillo describes it.The Camorra has for many years played a dominant role in waste disposal, earning fortunes from northern firms by trucking their hazardous waste down south... (Independent)
Democracy comes to kingdom of Bhutan Mar 24, 2008
The polls are the culmination of an initiative by Bhutan's royal family to peacefully transform the small Buddhist kingdom, which is wedged in the mountains between India and China, into a constitutional monarchy. The country's young Oxford-educated King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck made a strong pitch at the weekend for his subjects, many of whom view the concept of democracy with a mixture of excitement and alarm, to take part. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Improving NASA Moon Rocket Engine Mar 15, 2008
16, 2004) Purdue University researchers, in the culmination of a four-year NASA-funded project, have created a method that will enable engineers to design more efficient systems for heating, cooling and other. (Sep. (Science Daily)
SURVEYING THE RUBBLE Mar 4, 2008
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said despite the culmination of the five-day operation, in which two Israeli soldiers were killed, Israel would take further action in the Gaza Strip until cross-border rocket fire was cut significantly. The withdrawal came in time for a two-day visit, beginning on Tuesday, by U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, a driving force behind peace talks between Israel and the Palestinian Authority that have so far shown little progress. (AlertNet)
DoD News Briefing with Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne, Gen. Duncan McNabb, Sue Payton, and Gen. Arthur Lichte at the Pentagon Briefing Room, Arlington, Va. Mar 1, 2008
Today's announcement is the culmination of years of tireless work and attention to detail by our acquisition professionals and our source selection team, who have been committed to maintaining integrity, providing transparency and promoting a fair competition for this critical aircraft program. They took the time to gain a thorough understanding of each proposal. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Mars lander's chem lab is NASA's MECA Feb 28, 2008
NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander, launched from Cape Canaveral Aug. 4, carries a of seven analytical lab instruments that represent the culmination of years of extraordinarily detailed thinking, planning, evaluation, redesign and production, all to exacting standards, for an environment that is hostile and unforgiving. One of them--the Microscopy, Electrochemistry and Conductivity Analyzer (MECA)--is a complete wet-chemistry lab that will analyze samples of soil scooped from the Martian surface, based... (EETimes)
Fully robotic observatory set up in Antarctica Feb 9, 2008
"This permanent facility marks the culmination of centuries of effort to find the best location on the planet from which to observe the universe. "It is possible to achieve near-space quality images at a much lower cost than launching a telescope into space," according to Texas Aersity astrophysicist Dr Lifan Wang, one of the leaders of the scientific planning phase of the expedition. Built by the University of New South Wales in Sydney, PLATO is designed to operate autonomously for up to 12... (Hindu)
Deep Silver to Publish X3: Terran Conflict Feb 5, 2008
It is the culmination of the X trilogy, with a grand finale that takes us all the way back to Earth's own solar system. Gamers can take on the roles of different characters in the X universe, or of a Terran military pilot, and experience a multitude of stories in the largest X universe ever featured ; for X: Terran Conflict will offer more missions than any other X game before. (IGN PC Games)
International team establishes unique observatory in Antarctica Feb 2, 2008
This permanent facility marks the culmination of centuries of effort to find the best location on the planet from which to observe the universe, Wang notes. With a telescope at Dome A, it is possible to achieve near-space quality images at a much lower cost than launching a telescope into space. (EurekAlert!)
Global warming protest in Maryland frosted with snow... Jan 18, 2008
com - Bay & Environment: Global warming protest frosted with snow. Bay onment is The Suns blog devoted to news about Marylands environment. (The Drudge Report)
Flight to Antarctica wows Garrett Jan 11, 2008
" AAD director Tony Press was equally buoyant at seeing the fruition of years of lobbying and hard work. "This is just fabulous, I've worked on this for nine years, it's the culmination of a lot of people's efforts," Dr Press said. "Today's flight is the start of a new era in Australia's involvement in Antarctica. " While the seven scientists on the flight will remain at Casey for three weeks to research penguins and whales, Mr Garrett and the other 11 passengers left after three hours on the... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Philippe de Montebello, The man who redefined the Met Jan 9, 2008
" "That's the virtue of longevity," he added. That's one virtue. Others came to mind with the announcement on Tuesday, unsurprising but still sad, that de Montebello will retire by the end of the year. He has served 30 years in the post, longer than any other major art museum director in America. Now 71, he waited until the refurbished galleries for Oceanic and Native American art and for 19th- and 20th-century European paintings and sculpture opened in the fall. They followed the new Greek and... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
NASA autographs Strattons moon newspaper Dec 28, 2007
The culmination of this study was applying their learning to the full production (writing, editing, photography and art) of a moon newspaper, The Daley Lunar Sphere. The newspaper was sent to NASA Headquarters, and this month it was sent back with autographs of Buzz Aldrin, who attended MIT and actually walked on the moon, and several of the astronauts from the recent Space Shuttle Endeavour mission, including the teacher/astronaut Barbara Morgan. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Hudson at the helm for holiday wishes Dec 13, 2007
"I've seen a lot of pain, a lot of suffering and the not-so-fun side. So to create experiences and wishes of joy are just the culmination of my career. Partnerships, like the one with the Braves, are really what drive the mission. It allows us to grant more wishes. "They never cease to amaze me," added McCarty, who has spent her life working with children but has been with Make-A-Wish for only nine days. "I've seen it time and time again. It's about support, it's about events like this, and it's... (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Klare: Iraq & Climate Change Dec 12, 2007
Iraq matters in this calculation not because it (currently) supplies that much of our oil but because it represents the culmination of a 50-year U.S. effort to dominate the Persian Gulf region as way of ensuring that this country will have access to adequate supplies of petroleum to make up for any shortfall in domestic output. At one time the United States was self-sufficient in oil production but, as that fortunate era drew to a close in the years after World War II, American leaders concluded... (Zmag.org)
1st Kuwaiti woman MP sworn in Dec 8, 2007
Negotiations between striking Hollywood writers and studios collapsed Friday, the culmination of a day in which the sides traded barbs and accusations. Karlheinz Stockhausen, one of Germany's most important postwar composers, has died, German state broadcaster ZDF reported Friday. (Yahoo News -- Kuwait)
2007 ticket sales, revenue up at Stratford Festival Dec 8, 2007
Negotiations between striking Hollywood writers and studios collapsed Friday, the culmination of a day in which the sides traded barbs and accusations ... Negotiations between striking Hollywood writers and studios collapsed Friday, the culmination of a day in which the sides traded barbs and accusations. (CBC Ottawa)
/C O R R E C T I O N -- American Kennel Club / Dec 4, 2007
The two events demonstrate the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler and are the culmination of thousands of trials held throughout the year. More information on the winners of these events at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BTH | Across the nation Nov 12, 2007
The find marks the culmination of 18 years of measurements of 55 Cancri's movements. SOURCE: The Daily Californian. (Daily Orange, NY)
Midnight Gaming's Mobile Champ Nov 10, 2007
The competition was the culmination of the Midnight Gaming Championship, a multi-city gaming tournament that included a mobile games track. Forty-eight mobile gamers, regional winners of tournaments in other cities, came to Dallas to compete over I-play's The Fast urious: Fugitive. (IGN Wireless Games)
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MARION Over 800 people were in attendance to see Tuesday night s performance of Fantasy on Ice, which was a culmination of a dream and a premier performance at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center. Rosie Tovi has a long list of credentials, but wanted to put together her own program. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
EVE Online is available Nov 7, 2007
The release of EVE Online is the culmination of beginning with CCP Games in Reykjavik, Iceland. The thousands of EVE Online players from around the world for several days of conferences, gameplay and other related events specific to EVE. It was at that Fanfest that Hilmar Ptersson of CCP Games and Vikas Gupta of TransGaming Technologies that the Mac client of EVE Online would be released on Tuesday, Nov. 6. (MacCentral)
Arena resigns as Red Bulls' coach Nov 6, 2007
"It would be terrible if I was to kind of pass on the player because of quote, unquote the potential of the Mitchell Report, and then have that player not be on the list." Mitchell's report, the culmination of an investigation the former Senate Majority Leader began in March 2006, is expected to be issued before the end of the year. A lawyer for baseball owners told teams last month they should proceed on the assumption that it will name players implicated in the use of performance-enhancing... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Nationwide Climate Rallies to Demand Action from Candidates Nov 5, 2007
Also expected are seven presidential candidates, including Democratic front runners Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama; John Edwards is scheduled to speak at the culmination of a "second line" parade through New Orleans. None of the Republican candidates, including front runners Rudolph Giuliani, Mitt Romney, John McCain, and Fred Thompson, has indicated their intention to attend, though all have been invited by organizers and other attendees. (OneWorld.net)
Fights for New Hampshire win... Oct 30, 2007
The new push includes spending four days in the state this week, the culmination of an effort which had him more in New Hampshire in October than in any other traditional early state. The shift in strategy is motivated by both opportunity and fear. (The Drudge Report)
Astronauts revel in space station's new room Oct 28, 2007
"We think Harmony is a very good name for this module because it represents the culmination of a lot of international partner work.". Whitson, the station's first female commander, received a necklace with a Harmony charm from Discovery commander Pamela Melroy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Aries-Taurus November 2007 Oct 23, 2007
The Full Moon on the 24th will fall in your 2nd house of income, values, talents and self worth and this suggests a culmination to something in your life that determines much of your personal worth. It s also possible for you to see a form of income come to an end or change. (Suite101.com)
Giles Foden on judging the 2007 Man Booker prize Oct 20, 2007
Anne Enright's victory earlier this week with The Gathering was the culmination of a series of decisions by the judges, the first of which was to "call the book in"; that is, to ask the publisher to submit copies of it, above and beyond its normal submission limits. Jonathan Cape took a bit of a gamble in not submitting The Gathering first off and therefore assuming that we would do this - but it paid off handsomely. (Guardian Unlimited)
Wartburg announces new strategic planning process Oct 20, 2007
At a Friday gala, Wartburg officials, regents and guests celebrated the culmination of the commission. Board of Regents Chairman Fred Hagemann also announced the school's next venture --- Commission on Mission: Wartburg College's Commitment to Living Out its Mission. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
--Exclusive WND.Commentary-- Oct 19, 2007
It is the culmination of Ishmael's 4,000-year-old hatred of his half-brother Isaac, the forefather of the Israelites. I pray that somehow this message will get through to President Bush and Secretary Rice. (WorldNetDaily)
UM scientist shares in Nobel Peace Prize Oct 13, 2007
his is basically the culmination of three years worth of work, he said. probably read about 400 to 500 research articles published around the world. (Missoulian, MT)
Tests track last meals of sacrificed children Oct 3, 2007
Co-author Timothy Taylor said: "It looks to us as though the children were led up to the summit shrine in the culmination of a year-long rite, drugged, and then left to succumb to exposure.". Press Association. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Life on Mars 'pregnancy test' successfully launched Sep 18, 2007
Dr. Lutz Richter of DLR (Germany) and the principal investigator for the current experiment said, This experiment is the culmination of a number of years of hard work and ground based tests to prove the viability of the LMC technology. . (EurekAlert!)
Mon Valley People News Sep 6, 2007
At the culmination of the project, Ms. Keller will host a mini auction and a lottery where pupils can win money or bid on items. First published on September 6, 2007 at 6:46 am Featured Homes $94,000 $1,915 $149,900 $129,900 $365,000 Featured Rentals $1,300 $725 $375 $510 $765 Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
September 2007 Astrology Aug 29, 2007
Finally on 9/26 a Full Moon on your Midheaven suggests the culmination of a work project or goal. You will taste the fruits of your labor and enjoy all of its sweetness. (Suite101.com)
Shuttle gives teacher a platform for dreams Aug 23, 2007
Call: (800) 877-3400. The space program has led to an astonishing number of technological innovations over the years, and that's been very valuable. (Fresno Bee)
Local gal seeing stars Aug 23, 2007
Id trained so closely with these astronauts, so it as really exciting to see the culmination of something wed rehearsed over and over again. . (Canoe.ca)
West End kayakers on the confluence of the Dolores Jul 25, 2007
The culmination of the camp was a day of climbing at Clay Creek Canyon, just above the Norwood Hill. I can t wait until next year. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
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I caught it a little after culmination, so it was barely 4. above the theoretical horizon. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
NOAA, GSA Officially Open New Environmental Satellite Center Jul 13, 2007
"This remarkable facility is the culmination of a successful partnership between NOAA, the GSA, Prince George's County, and private-sector partners, giving us the opportunity to better monitor global climate change and its impact on Maryland," said Senator Benjamin L. Cardin. "Additionally, its environmentally friendly design demonstrates that the federal government can be a leader in changing the way Americans think about constructing energy efficient buildings.". (SolancoNews.com)
How To Manage Floating Fluids In Space Jul 11, 2007
"They're the culmination, like when you finally reach the peak of the mountain you've been climbing.". Principal Investigator Mark Weislogel and Co-Investigator Steven Collicott flew to Cleveland to participate in the first several operations. (Science Daily)
Dawn begins trip to asteroid belt Jul 7, 2007
Dawn's launch is the culmination of five years of hopes and fears. NASA at one time scrapped the 449-million-dollar robotic expedition because of high costs and technical problems, before reviving the project last March. (Bangkok Post)
Earthships in New Mexico Jun 30, 2007
The Earthship is the culmination of his work. Normal housing is like if you were in hospital on life support. (Suite101.com)
A Look Ahead: Robotics and Nanotechnology Jun 23, 2007
Looking forward at nanotechnology Nanotechnology is a term applied to a rather broad scope of science inquiry, in that the field is a culmination of a wide range of disciplines including applied physics, supermolecular chemistry, colloidal science, and mechanical and electrical engineering. All culminate in the applied ability to control matter on a scale between 1 and 100 nanometers, which means actual manipulation of individual molecules and atoms. (IGN Gear)
Becks walks away from Madrid a champion Jun 19, 2007
It was the culmination of a season that can easily be called the most difficult of his life. But even being shunned by both Madrid coach Fabio Capello and England coach Steve McClaren over the last year didn't keep Beckham from proving he still has the skills to compete at the highest level. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASA: Atlantis launch flawless Jun 9, 2007
After the culmination of many months of hard work from the damaging hail storm that struck Kennedy Space Center late in February, "The external tank has performed in a magnificent manner," said Shuttle Program Manager Wayne Hale. The preliminary reports from the cameras that took images of the external tank during liftoff showed no foam loss prior to solid rocket booster separation. (Xinhuanet, China)
Quick Guide and Transcript Jun 6, 2007
JESSICA WHEELER, REPORTER: For most high schoolers, graduation day is a culmination of four years of hard work and dedication. CAISHA GAYLES, DENIED DIPLOMA: It was exciting walking across the stage. (CNN -- Education)
White House Press Briefing by Tony Snow and Jim Connaughton, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality Jun 1, 2007
This is the -- this isn't something out of the blue, this is the culmination -- at least even in my recent involvement -- of five intensive months of trying to figure out what matters to everybody and see if you can give it a shape that will bring some consensus. What the President is trying to do here is find that consensus that will allow for forward progress. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Peru police evict market traders May 30, 2007
The operation was the culmination of a month-long standoff during which officials tried to eject families they say had moved onto the land illegally. Police, some mounted, others in riot gear, moved in at dawn. (BBC News -- Americas)
Engelhardt: Grad Speech May 19, 2007
Today is a much-awaited moment for you, the culmination of years of work, just as graduation days like this have been for those who preceded you. . (Zmag.org)
'Halo 3' To Shoot Into Stores Sept. 25 May 17, 2007
The culmination of years of development by Microsoft-owned producers Bungie Studios, "Halo 3" has quite a bit to live up to. Its predecessor boasted the most successful video game launch in history, grossing $125 million in one day. (Click2Houston, TX)
Invasion Of The Island Bats May 10, 2007
As the culmination in the study of several independent bat groups, this article shows that reverse colonization is a feature of the entire Caribbean bat community, encompassing groups of bats as different from each other as aerial insectivores, nectarivores, and frugivores. The evolution of Caribbean bats suggests that far from being isolated destinations, the West Indies have had a dynamic, two-way relationship with the Americas, exchanging species back and forth at different points in their... (Science Daily)
Franklin Institute Honors Outstanding Achievements in Science and Technology Apr 24, 2007
The culmination of this exciting week is the Gala Awards Ceremony and Dinner, generously presented by Bank of America on Thursday evening, April 26th throughout The Franklin Institute. Serving as emcee for this elegant black-tie event, will be NBC network anchor, Lester Holt. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Whitecaps to host Beckham and Galaxy Apr 17, 2007
The match against the Galaxy will be the culmination of an amazing year of soccer in British Columbia, including the Whitecaps defence of both the men's and women's USL titles, and the FIFA U-20 World Cup in host cities Burnaby and Victoria. . (TSN.ca)
Students take virtual tour of NASA Apr 15, 2007
A personal conversation with a robotics engineer was the culmination of a careers unit Hopkins has been working on with her fifth graders. Seated in the distance learning lab at the Co-op, the 70 middle-schoolers got to talk with Hambuchen in real time via a special video linkup. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
The dream begins Apr 12, 2007
For Eng, this is the culmination of an art he has been developing for 20 years. He said, "I feel lucky to be a part of this project. I'm really excited.". (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Trying to rekindle love affair with NASA Apr 12, 2007
I came to realize that as we watched Discovery that July day, we had watched Nowak's best moment: the culmination of her life's work. The mother of three graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1985, later earning a graduate degree at the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School. (Orlando Sentinel -- Opinion)
Amateurs and professionals combine observations to produce detailed picture of double asteroid Mar 30, 2007
This new view of Antiope is the culmination of research that started in 2003 and that eventually included data supplied by both professional and amateur astronomers from around the globe. Before the year 2000, Antiope was just another main-belt asteroid, one of millions between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. (EurekAlert!)
Advance Review: Grindhouse Mar 28, 2007
March 26, 2007 - Grindhouse is the latest film by Quentin Tarantino, a celebration if not culmination of his lifetime love for B-, C- and Z-grade exploitation movies. Yet strangely enough, this is not his best work. (IGN)
