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    Looking half her age: Barbie at 50  Jan 6, 2009
    Although the names of the designers have yet to be announced, Christian Louboutin has confirmed that he will be designing pumps in Barbie's favorite shade of pink to be worn with each of his outfits. Wang has concocted a Barbie wedding gown with a sale price exceeding $15,000. (International Herald Tribune)

    If the shoe fits, hurl it  Dec 27, 2008
    At every public function, every so-called speaking engagement, every shopping mall opening; sandals and sneakers and boots and broughams and pumps and wing tips and stilettos and slippers and especially loafers will rain down on the 43rd president of the United States like taunts upon the Yankees right fielder from the bleachers of Fenway. A pelting that should be sufficient to discourage him from visiting the Netherlands for pretty much ever. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)

    Shoe business (12/21)  Dec 26, 2008
    Just as transparent backpacks became de rigueur for certain school districts, we may soon carry a trendy shoe bag to hold our sneakers and pumps while we attend a function. I predict a boon for the pedicure trade, as well. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)

    What Recession? NYC Bargain-Hunters Find Cut-Rate Gucci Bags, Manolo Shoes  Dec 23, 2008
    Brown leather slingbacks ($175) and Christian Louboutin ($125) suede pumps are also a bargain. So is the blue-and-black wrap dress for $109. (Bloomberg -- US)

    Guide to walking in high heels without pain  Dec 22, 2008
    The difference between sultry stilettos and frumpy pumps is three-fourths of an inch, or so says Victor Chu, a former shoe designer who has developed a cottage industry for himself - and perhaps increased the libidos of thousands of men - by training women to walk properly and painlessly in high heels ... Putting on a pair of black leather gladiator pumps in size 9, she glided around the floor while Chu watched. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Shoe business (12/21)  Dec 21, 2008
    Just as transparent backpacks became de rigueur for certain school districts, we may soon carry a trendy shoe bag to hold our sneakers and pumps while we attend a function. I predict a boon for the pedicure trade, as well. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)

    Dressing for reality  Dec 6, 2008
    Just for one day, one very important day, step away from the elitist trappings of the world youre walking into, and walk into that world wearing a pretty, yet truly uncomfortable pair of Payless Shoes pumps. Lily Robertson, who wont be doing any shopping in the foreseeable future, can be reached at. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Celebrities stay on their toes with extreme heels  Dec 3, 2008
    (The heel-less boots that Victoria Beckham wore to her fragrance launch in September, however, Greenberg swears are comfortable she tried on a similar pair of 5-inch, ghost-heeled pumps last month. . (USA Today -- Life)

    Empty Stockings  Dec 1, 2008
    Gift cards for gas Town Pumps are located in many places and easily accessible for most. Gift coupons for Home Delivered Meals (call 447-1680 to arrange). (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    The new rock royalty  Nov 30, 2008
    Shoes are either delicate ballet pumps or chunky wedges and boots, all three of which either require slim legs or will make the legs look slimmer. In short, it's a look that can only be worn by the very young. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    A Really Black Friday  Nov 27, 2008
    The deep price cuts even on luxury brands think 40 percent off on $5,000 Chanel suits and 70 percent off on designer shoes at Saks Fifth Avenue, and 40 percent off $695 Ralph Lauren leopard-printed pumps at Bloomingdale's are only good news for the dwindling pool of consumers comfortable enough financially to take advantage of the deals. Experts say discounts are only going to get even better as stores resort to more extreme measures to clear out unsold items. (Republican-American)

    A shop where magic comes off the rack  Nov 27, 2008
    The gray pumps she'd been searching for ... The woman told Godinez the pumps were just the color she needed, but they weren't her size. (Florida Times-Union)

    First-time first ladies can make fashion faux pas  Nov 26, 2008
    And she probably wont show up to the inaugural ball in mother-of-the-bride-style gowns with dyed-to-match pumps like Bush has worn twice. Over time, both Clinton and Bush did grow more accustomed to their new surroundings, and their wardrobe reflected that. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    High in Heels  Nov 26, 2008
    Web search enhanced by. Wednesday November 26, 2008. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Ingenuity and conservation in a small Dinuba repair shop  Nov 22, 2008
    In addition there's a cast of revolving characters, which in this case shall be known by their shoes: the middle-aged woman who wants her high heels sawed shorter; the truck driver who needs new heels on his work boots; the grandmother whose church pumps need to be re-soled. They all believe in keeping things in good repair. (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    Let Detroit suffer its fate  Nov 18, 2008
    I can t help thinking if she were an average-looking mid-forties woman who wore sensible shoes instead of bright red pumps, the fuss would be over before it began. Over at Fox News, Greta Van Susteren has been trashing the credibility of her own networks chief political correspondent, Carl Cameron, for his report on Sarah Palins inability to identify Africa as a continent, while Bill OReilly valiantly defends Camerons honor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Economy-chic Fashion Tips for Fall ...  Nov 12, 2008
    It s time to tighten your belt, by investing a wide waist-defining one, and purchasing a versatile patent purse and pumps which will last several seasons. No matter how old your wardrobe, it is possible to add some fall flair by following some simple fast fashion ideas. (Suite101.com)

    Letters to the editor (11/11/08)  Nov 11, 2008
    At first my women friends and I thought, hey, how do we sign up for the "charity" that is going to receive Sarah's castoff new wardrobe, particularly the knee-high boots and Naughty Monkey red pumps, but then we got real and remembered that we could still afford to buy our own shoes. So I think that Sarah needs to auction off her clothes for a worthy cause, which would surely bring in more money than simply giving them away. (Anchorage Daily News)

    You are what you wear -- on your feet  Nov 9, 2008
    All kinds of shoes -- flats, pumps, sneakers, stilettos and, of course, boots -- in so many different styles, colors and designs. In the cold autumn weather, it seems that boots are the favorites, naturally. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)

    Silk boxer shorts? Spray tanners?  Nov 8, 2008
    Jay Kookman I Thursday, November 3rd, 2011, 6:09 P.M. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution You know, it s hard to feel sorry for a moron, but did you see where Sarah Palin bought Gucci pumps. By AJC/DNC Management. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Manley decides not to run for Liberal leadership  Nov 5, 2008
    The Liberal ship, as we know it today, is taking on water faster than the bilge pumps can handle. By spring, she'll be at the bottom and be nothing more than a reef from which crustations can thrive off the carrion. (CTV.ca)

    Shoes that are to die for -- but not to walk in  Nov 3, 2008
    I chose black leather pumps with a roomy toe and comfortable heel. They fit. (Boston Globe)

    Starter Wife’ needs a get-up-and-go wardrobe  Nov 2, 2008
    It was time for a tweed jacket, a black turtleneck and nude-colored peep-toe pumps, says Agata Maskiewicz, costume designer for the USA Network show. Maskiewicz is charged with putting together the closet in the now more budget-conscious home of Messing s character Molly Kagan. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    Continental AG, GEA Group, Hawesko, Puma May Move: German Equity Preview  Oct 31, 2008
    (G1A GY): The engineering company whose pumps help make half the world's beer is scheduled to release third- quarter results. GEA may post a 16. (Bloomberg -- Germany)

    Living stylishly on a budget  Oct 30, 2008
    We spotted a pair of knee-high maroon leather boots for $80 (marked down from $170) and shiny patent leather pumps, in pastels as well as more sensible brown and white, for as little as $15 (marked down from $90). The secret to the steep discounts. (Boston Globe)

    The City of West Hollywood to Host Series of Halloween Events Culminating in the 2008 West Hollywood Halloween Costume Carnaval on Friday, October 31, 2008  Oct 24, 2008
    Following the Annual Halloween Drag Race, the City will also host the 2nd Annual Beauty Pageant beginning at 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Best Hair; Most Outrageous; Best Pumps; Most Creative; and Best Overall. There is no registration fee for competitors and admission is free. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Sarah Palin Outfits Cost Republican...  Oct 23, 2008
    Palin's trademark style includes form-fitting skirts with contrasting close-fitting jackets and red or black high-heeled pumps. Some of her most f ted fashion items include her Kawasaki eyeglasses, her edgy peep-toed shoes and her chic oyster colored Valentino jacket (which she wore on September 3rd at the RNC), estimated to have cost around $2,500. (Suite101.com)

    Suburban Living: How to help economy land on its feet  Oct 23, 2008
    And third, I see an opportunity to perform a valuable public service: Since this font of fabulous footwear is going to lure women from all over the Pittsburgh region, I will step up, in worn-out peep-toe pumps that really need to be replaced, and explain the shoe thing to men, so my exquisitely shod sisterhood won't have to hide the boxes or the credit card bill. I apologize up front if my offer seems a little sexist. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    My Saks Shopping Spree  Oct 23, 2008
    I added a classic pair of Ferragamo patent-leather bow-tie heels and a pair of Taryn Rose pumps, which are designed by a former podiatrist and therefore would help me through all that walking and standing and waving. I also picked up two pairs of high-heeled Gucci boots, in brown and black, with very subtle leather piping up the back. (Slate)

    Are you a shoe fanatic?  Oct 21, 2008
    I just bought these grey and beige fabric/patent leather pumps - LOVE. By smh728. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Alabama-Ole Miss has flying shoes, big finishes  Oct 18, 2008
    The result was a 27-24 Alabama win and some steamed Ole Miss fans - one of whom presumably left without her pumps. The Tide (6-0, 3-0 Southeastern Conference) has won the last three meetings, each time by three points, on everything from a last-play field goal to an overtime touchdown, but has continued to own the Western Division series. (MSNBC -- Sports)

    LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 16, 2008  Oct 17, 2008
    As usual, you are on the wrong side of the truth".Well To Chuck at 1016, I think it was G.C. Lightenberg who said," The most dangerous of all falsehoods is a slightly distorted truth". That's why of the two, McCain is the right choice. Bill Too wrote on Oct 16, 2008 12:13 PM:(Not to be confused with Bill One or just plain Bill)Playing catch-up again due to my recent surgery. Not running any marathons at the moment so I have a few minutes to write.I notice the same religious people playing... (North County Times)

    When Mandarin was 'Under the Gun'  Oct 13, 2008
    But when Hollywood came, they rode their bikes down to Miss Aggie's store, where tough guy Richard Conte and a dame named Audrey Totter were doing take after take by the gas pumps. You didn't want to miss a minute: There was a big Cadillac convertible, and fancy cameras, and one of Conte's stooges was supposed to croak, tumbling to the ground, covered with blood. (Florida Times-Union)

    Auto Racing Supplies  Oct 6, 2008
    Flo Fast Fluid Pumps ... Flo Fast Fluid Pumps allow you to quickly and easily fuel your racecar without spilling ... Pumps 5 gallons of fuel in 1 minute without spilling or straining - you can't pour that fast through a funnel. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)

    Scotiabank forecasts recession for Canada  Oct 6, 2008
    Half the South has no gas at the pumps because of a storm. One storm. (CTV.ca)

    'Tis the Season of Six-Inch Stilettos  Oct 6, 2008
    (15 cm) Alexander McQueens at an Iron Man premiere and Sarah Palin donned Naughty Monkey Double Dare pumps at the Republican Convention and former Lehman CFO Erin Callan navigated Wall Street in skyscraper spikes. Because heels are the perfect shoes for negotiating the complicated landscape where authority meets beauty. (Time.com)

    Where to Buy Sarah Palin's Naughty ...  Oct 5, 2008
    Where to Buy Sarah Palin's Naughty Monkey Shoes: Palins Footwear Sparks a Fashion Trend in Cheeky Peep-toe Pumps ... Palins Footwear Sparks a Fashion Trend in Cheeky Peep-toe Pumps ... Now the latest passion is Palin s pumps, and in particular her fashionable and funky peep-toe ones from Naughty Monkey. (Suite101.com)

    Sarah Palin's Naughty Monkey Shoes ...  Oct 5, 2008
    Sarah Palin's Naughty Monkey Shoes Boost Sales: Governor Palins Passion for Peep-Toe Pumps Help U.S. Shoe Designer ... Governor Palins Passion for Peep-Toe Pumps Help U.S. Shoe Designer ... At her much anticipated VP debate against Senator Joe Biden on October 2nd, 2008, Palin wore a sharp olive green suit teamed with chic red patent pumps. (Suite101.com)

    SARAH SHOW: 69,989,000 WATCH...  Oct 4, 2008
    Final: 69,989,000 viewers -- Palin-Biden the most-watched vp debate ever--The Live Feed. Final: 69,989,000 viewers -- Palin-Biden the most-watched vp debate ever. (The Drudge Report)

    Must-have summer shoes!  Oct 4, 2008
    This season, the challenge is to work some colour into your ballet pumps so look out for bright reds, pinks, blues and greens to complement your jeans or white trousers. Ideal for those days or evenings when there is a bit of a chill in the air, ballet pumps are as appropriate for the office as they are for club or braai ... Ballet pumps are inexpensive and widely available so make sure you replace them as soon as the wear and tear starts to show. (iAfrica.com)

    O'Neil: A day in the life of Marcus Landry  Oct 3, 2008
    "He's gotten more mature in every aspect of his life.'' Marcus and Efueko are a content couple, if occasionally shell-shocked at all they have to handle at a young age. They have a decent division of labor: He does the baths; she does most diapers. An excellent cook who can whip up something out of what seems a cabinet full of mixed-up canned goods, he makes dinner whenever time allows (he dreams of hosting a cooking show on ESPN in which athletes get to show off their famous dishes and compete... (ESPN -- College Basketball)

    For U.S. women, a battle for morale in fashion capitals  Oct 3, 2008
    has lived in Madrid for 27 years and, since her arrival, she has upgraded her wardrobe to blend in with meticulously groomed neighbors - including those matronly women who wear skirts, pantyhose and pumps on a hot summer day. When it comes to heels, though, McCabe draws the line. (International Herald Tribune -- At Home)

    Write when you find gas  Oct 3, 2008
    Notice how some stations cordon off the empty gas pumps with yellow crime scene tape ... Possible punch lines for the yellow crime scene tape used to cordon off empty gas pumps. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    High-heeled men step out against domestic violence  Oct 3, 2008
    Instead, they squeezed into alligator pumps, snappy sandals and ballerina slippers for their walk from Community Church by the Lake through the Village and back. A few good women and girls walked along in support. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)

    Jessie Randall has what it takes to make the perfect accessory  Sep 25, 2008
    "They were black velvet pumps with gold metal trim. I looked at them and asked her how she could wear something like that. She said, 'I'm going to take this gold piece off.' " The budding designer went to work on the shoes with a letter opener and ended up with a pair of classic black heels ... The assemblage of boots, flats, and pumps was elegant and wearable, nixing over-the-top flourishes for clean lines and luxurious Italian leathers and more exotic materials like embossed python. (Boston Globe)

    Q&A with Brittani Marquez, El Diamante High girls water polo  Sep 25, 2008
    A: I usually listen to a song, any song, as long as it pumps me up. I'll be dancing around to get my blood pumping. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)

    The women of 'Mad Men' can teach us about Sarah Palin  Sep 21, 2008
    Sarah Palin, with her long hair and her Naughty Monkey peek-toe pumps, looks a lot like the younger stars of "Lipstick Jungle," a show that opens with images of women's feet in high-heeled shoes. Except that Palin is the loving mommy, too, while for most of these TV characters, motherhood is an afterthought - either abandoned entirely or used as a minor and fleeting plot point. (Boston Globe)

    New Footwear Company Asgi Launches Pumps and Boots with Innovative Comfort Technology  Sep 19, 2008
    Asgi, a new line of fashionable comfort shoes, today announced the launch of its women's pumps and boots collection, as part of its fall line ... Seattle, WA (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- , a completely new comfort shoe line that combines state-of-the-art, patent-pending Soleplex technology with stylish designs, today announced the launch of its women's pumps and boots collection ... The Signature Collection of pumps and boots, part of Asgi's fall line, is designed with innovative comfort... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Plastic surgery for mommy and heels for baby, too  Sep 15, 2008
    Other parents will, and just as they try not to stare at my screaming child, I ll try not to stare at their newborn sporting zebra print pumps. Modjeski lives in Winona and her column appears in the Winona Daily News on Monday. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    VP candidate or fashion icon: Palin's style sparks buying frenzy  Sep 15, 2008
    Jay Randhawa, a brand director at House of Brands Inc. in San Diego, says he was surprised to learn that Palin was introduced as McCains vice-presidential choice wearing a red pair of peep-toe pumps with 3-inch heels. The shoes, marketed by his companys Naughty Monkey line, generally are geared to women in their early to mid-20s who go clubbing, he says. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Sarah Palin Fashion  Sep 14, 2008
    She let her hair down for the occasion, wore simple jewelry and high-heel peep-to pumps. Her choice of peep-toe heels has been well received among supporters. (Suite101.com)

    Backpackers Point of Review: Top Ba...  Sep 12, 2008
    The bottom floor of Scruffy s opens into an all night dance floor which pumps out the latest dance and pop music into the wee hours of the morning. The club gives off an underground vibe with neon lights, smoke machines and low ceilings. (Suite101.com)

    Scientists dispel 'slimming' stripes myth  Sep 12, 2008
    Scientists dispel 'slimming' stripes myth - The Daily Record. 12 September 2008: 8:09am. (Glasgow Daily Record)

    Editor's Mailbag (Sept. 9)  Sep 11, 2008
    stonyman wrote on Sep 9, 2008 2:15 PM:" Sorry Bob but I worked on a farm that didn't burn there fields and they where just fine. The smoke doesn't bother me in the least (at least not that I noticed). I can deal with a yellow sky for a few days out of the week, but when I hear farmers complaining that this is going to ruin everything for them I have a hard time believing that. There are plenty of farmers that don't burn their fields and it shows. Oregon still pumps out tons of grass seed yet... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    Fashion Week: A day in the glam life of Vivica A. Fox  Sep 9, 2008
    Fox matches it with a pair of Fendi pumps and a sparkly Judith Leiber clutch. "When I tried this dress on, it was quite literally magic," says Fox, who doesn't use a stylist. (USA Today -- Life)

    Lace Handbag and Shoe Trend for Fal...  Sep 8, 2008
    Fashion footwear is having a romantic moment with lace ankle boots from Robert Cavalli, peep-toe pumps from Dolce & Gabbana and Christian Louboutin. Muicca Prada proudly wears the lace mantel for Fall 2008, as the Prada Fall collection has been touted by style. (Suite101.com)

    * [PLANET POP]  Sep 8, 2008
    Lohan sported a denim dress and blue pumps, and wore her blonde hair pulled back in a bun; Ronson had on a black T-shirt and a gray skinny jeans and vest X she usually incorporates a hat into her rocker look, but this time she opted to show off her pixie haircut. They stood up for a standing ovation when Charlotte Ronson appeared on the runway after the show, and made a quick exit as media chased them backstage (where they hid in a VIP lounge). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Lost in 1994  Sep 7, 2008
    Nineties alt-rock mainstays Dinosaur Jr and My Bloody Valentine are back in reformation mode, while flannel, Hypercolour T-shirts and Reebok pumps have all made a fashion return. Hotly tipped cult film The Wackness is an even more compelling case in point. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    At home with shoe designer Anyi Lu  Sep 4, 2008
    A closet that is endowed with floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall shelving for countless flats, sandals, pumps and boots ... "My favorite were Prada kids', but you can only have so many pairs of Mary Janes. "As I got older and entered the workforce, I needed heels and pumps. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Stephenie Meyer puts 'Midnight Sun' on back burner  Sep 1, 2008
    Those of you who think she is being childish or immature need to stop and realize that she is not a machine who simply pumps out these books for the heck of it. She is a human being first and foremost who has feelings and morals and is someone who was hurt in this process. (Los Angeles Times)

    Touring Toronto  Sep 1, 2008
    Highlights include Ancient Egyptian funerary shoes from 1500 B.C., Roman sandals, Queen Victoria's ballroom slippers and Marilyn Monroe's red leather pumps. Shoes from Picasso, John Lennon and Elton John are also part of the collections. (AL.com)

    Fall Fashion Must-Haves  Aug 30, 2008
    com for store locations Belt, MICHAEL Michael Kors Ring Leopard heels, Cole Haan "Fiona High Air Pumps," $325; 800-201-8001; colehaan. com. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Open toe season  Aug 29, 2008
    Pick up a pair of sandals, pumps or flats for a polished look perfect for our hot weather. Circa Joan "Dailey" flat, $88. (AZCentral -- Style)

    C is for Couture  Aug 27, 2008
    D'Orsay: Shoe style resembling pumps but with a high vamp on the front of the foot and cutout sides, exposing the arch of the foot ... Men's spectators are typically wing-tips and women's are pumps with wing tip-style perforation and details. (North County Times)

    Fall shoes: Preening pumps and feathered feet  Aug 26, 2008
    Published: August 22, 2008. Ornithologists say there are 10,000 species of birds inhabiting the earth. (International Herald Tribune)

    A is for A-line: Defining the basics of fashion  Aug 26, 2008
    D Orsay: Shoe style resembling pumps but with a high vamp on the front of the foot and cutout sides, exposing the arch of the foot ... Men s spectators are typically wing-tips and women s are pumps with wing tip-style perforation and details. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Redemption as good as goal for Team USA  Aug 25, 2008
    USA." After celebrating with hugs, fist pumps, and chest bumps, each American player shook hands or hugged ex-US player and NBC analyst Doug Collins. Collins played on the US Olympic team in 1972 that lost the controversial and well-chronicled gold medal game to the Soviet Union.The US players smiled brightly on the medal stand while waving and blowing kisses to the crowd. The Americans stared at the gold medals and kissed them. When the medal ceremony concluded, they showed appreciation to... (Boston Globe)

    Wise use of energy rebate could be a real moneymaker  Aug 25, 2008
    Just go to both pumps (gas and air) with your tire gauge several times a year. What are other ways to reduce gas usage. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Cracking 'smart casual'  Aug 23, 2008
    If you want to go with flats, ballet pumps or beaded slip on shoes are the best options. You really can't go wrong with a mid-length dress. (iAfrica.com)

    Sizing up an eclectic crowd  Aug 21, 2008
    Forever 21 vest, H&M dress, Candie's red pumps, and an Old Navy clutch. I'm a budget girl. (Boston Globe)

    Cool brights  Aug 19, 2008
    Check out the Sergio Rossi almost-purple patent leather pumps ($479) at Zappos. com. (AZCentral -- Style)

    Grey Goose Entertainment and Sundance Channel Announce Talent Pairings for Fourth Season of 'Iconoclasts' Premiering October 16 at 10 PM ET/PT  Aug 19, 2008
    Hot tub pumps, complete spa packs, controls, & heaters. Free shipping. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Back To School: Shaky Economy Hits Kids  Aug 18, 2008
    Shane Hensley, a mechanic for Richland County School District One, pumps diesel fuel into a 1985 school bus in Columbia, S.C., where the state's education department does not expect to buy any new school buses this year because it needs that money just to keep buses on the road. (AP Photo/Mary Ann Chastain). (CBS News -- US)

    Parents tighten belts  Aug 18, 2008
    Retail experts are predicting that the faltering economy, pain at the gas pumps and rising food costs will cause many families to scale back on school purchases. A survey conducted by global consulting firm Deloitte LLP found that 71 percent of consumers planned to cut their back-to-school spending this year. (The Delaware County Times, PA)

    HOW TO BE A STUDENT STYLISTA: Color, creativity rule for back to school  Aug 17, 2008
    Girls' Life magazine is promoting the retro, romantic vibe with felt hats, piles of plaids and silky blouses, which are "gorgeous, girly and instantly pulled together." Accessories add oomph to basics, including open-toe pumps, flirty bows and brightly-colored printed purses and backpacks. Chunky jewelry and beaded necklaces in contrasting and multi-colors are all the rage. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    High fuel price pumps cycle sales  Aug 13, 2008
    High fuel price pumps commuter cycle sales - Houston Business Journal ... High fuel price pumps commuter cycle sales. (Houston Business Journal, TX)

    Gaza blockade  Aug 12, 2008
    70% of agricultural water wells require diesel for their pumps and many farmers have lost crops due to lack of irrigation, according to aid agencies. Other food production has also been affected - for example, rising fishermen's fuel costs pushed up the price of sardines, and one poultry farmer had to slaughter 165,000 chicks because he did not have the fuel for the incubators to keep them alive. (BBC News)

    Editor's Mailbag (Aug. 8)  Aug 9, 2008
    Have you ever given a tip to the person who pumps your gas, or the person you bought your shoes from. Probably not; they also work in the service industry. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    The Right At-Work Looks for New Grads  Aug 6, 2008
    Black lace-up shoes for men and black medium-heel pumps for women work well with this look. Also invest in a calf-leather briefcase after you've acquired a suit and shoes. (ABC News -- Business)

    On Your Mind  Aug 6, 2008
    To the person in the July 16 OYM who claimed it s not her responsibility to raise her kids, she says she just pumps them out for the money and it s up to educators and law enforcement to raise them. What a despicable, low-life individual you are, not to mention lazy. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    In Japan, dressing up from toe to toe  Aug 5, 2008
    The combination of high heels and long commutes, plus working 8 to 10 hours a day in air-conditioned offices are murderous on the feet," she said. To combat these ills, she recommends wearing flats instead of heels, soft suede instead of hard leather. And above all, she advocates wearing socks instead of panty hose. The operative word is circulation. Alert to the fact that good socks enhance blood flow, relieve fatigue and prevent athlete's foot, sock makers throughout the country, from major... (International Herald Tribune)

    Do you ban shoes in the house?  Aug 2, 2008
    Heels, especially pumps with thin heels, on my hardwoods, absolutely not. They ruin them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Soccer in the sun (20)  Jul 26, 2008
    Katie Miller, a player from Stevensville, cheered the kids on as they celebrated with fist pumps. Tayt Ellison, a Billings Senior graduate and a future member of the Carroll women s soccer team, fetched balls behind the goal and yelled out congratulations to the goal scorers. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    Random Thoughts  Jul 24, 2008
    Shouldnt any crude oil increase match the increase we see at the pumps, and match the cost for oil companies. But yet, oil companies are recording record profits, meaning that somewhere along the way, their costs for production are down. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)

    Auto Racing Supplies  Jul 24, 2008
    Flo Fast Fluid Pumps ... Flo Fast Fluid Pumps allow you to quickly and easily fuel your racecar without spilling ... Pumps 5 gallons of fuel in 1 minute without spilling or straining - you can't pour that fast through a funnel. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)

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