Colmans: Some precautions can prevent crimes during the holidays Dec 21, 2008
Make sure your family has a home evacuation plan in case of fire or severe weather. The plan should not only be written, but it should be practiced regularly, especially if there are children or older adults in the home or apartment. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Victim of O.J. robbery denies having ring Dec 20, 2008
During testimony last week, a Las Vegas district attorney's investigator said he had transported Beardsley several times from California, where he was in jail on a parole violation, to testify in Simpson's case. During those trips, Bill Falkner said Beardsley told him "the only thing he received for his trouble in the case was Mr. Simpson's Hall of Fame ring." ... Beardsley said he would file a claim against Goldman to recover his attorney's fees in the case. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Rwanda genocide mastermind jailed for life Dec 19, 2008
"We are seeing a sea change in the way the world deals with atrocities and this case is clearly a high-water mark of a new get tough attitude on the part of the international community," said Reed Brody, chief counsel for Human Rights Watch. "When these men were carrying out the genocide, it likely never crossed their minds that would the rest of their live in jail."Now this new movement of international justice is forcing other dictators or tyrants to change their calculations as they are made... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Al-Qaeda chief was tortured Dec 19, 2008
The case also raises important questions over the practice of "extraordinary rendition" in which terrorist suspects are transported around the world for torture. Britain has said it does not participate in the practice and does not collude in torture but the trial judge, Mr Justice Saunders, accepted that many of Ahmed's allegations were probably true. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Babysitter Suzanne Holdsworth cleared of murdering toddler Kyle Fisher Dec 19, 2008
Brain specialist Dr Squier from the University of Oxford, said the prosecution's case "would fly in the face of a large amount of clinical evidence" ... This case is incredibly complicated; there are so many factors involved ... He said: "It is Clare Fisher who is the credible candidate for attacking Kyle in this case.". (Telegraph.co.uk)
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"I have it in a case and everything. It was, like, a 'gold millennium' card,'' said Hill, a San Antonio guard who took the underdog route to the NBA -- he starred at IUPUI -- but had pull in all the right places at least this once. An aunt of his worked with security and ushers at the ' home games, giving little Georgie ("I was 11 or 12'') access to the arena's back hallways on a night when San Antonio visited to face , Rik Smits and the fellas. The happy result. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Private Kennedy Moves Toward Spotlight Dec 18, 2008
And Robert Zimmerman, a Democratic National Committee member from New York, said Kennedy may have a tough case to make ... "But she has to make the case why her experience qualifies her for the U.S. Senate. "This is not an election about name recognition," he added. "It is about who can best serve the state of New York. (CBS News -- US)
Stoppers better with age Dec 17, 2008
Economic downturn is forcing many to keep an eye out for opportunities, just in case. Email Alerts. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Police search woods for Caylee Anthony clues a 4th day Dec 15, 2008
As detectives enter their fourth day of searching a wooded area for clues in the case of a missing toddler, they re tight-lipped on whether any more evidence has been found ... Her mother, Casey Anthony, waited a month to report her daughter missing and has been charged with murder. (Boston Herald)
Paul Kehir, 62, gave poor, mentally ill protection in court Dec 14, 2008
In 1996, Mr. Kehir started Fulton County s conflict public defender office, which helped defendants find an attorney when the regular public defenders had a conflict of interest and couldn t take the case. Later, he was deputy director for the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council, which oversees the state s public defender system. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Princess Di collection a plum job for appraiser Dec 14, 2008
Or not valuable, as the case may be. Gordon has dealt with some pretty extraordinary collections, but Princess Di is the outer orbit for appraisers, even nerdball ones. (Missoulian, MT)
Little black dress versatile enough for recession budgets Dec 13, 2008
Or for a quick '50s look: With a wide belt and black flats; I actually have some cute Crocs (in this case, surprisingly not an oxymoron) in a ballet flat style that work great on rainy days. WILLOW CHANG. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dealer told to give up Simpson's Hall of Fame ring Dec 13, 2008
Victim in Simpson robbery case ordered to turn over ring_English_Xinhua. Victim in Simpson robbery case ordered to turn over ring ... Alfred Beardsley, a former friend of Simpson, was allegedly given the ring by the 61-year-old Simpson in exchange for altering his testimony in the armed-robbery case, which had been tried recently in Las Vegas. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cliff Richard wins victory on music royalties Dec 12, 2008
Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary, said there was a "moral case" for performers to continue reaping financial reward from their hits as they enter old age. His comments represent a Government U-turn, as a similar proposal was rejected in 2006, and follow pressure from the EU to introduce a Europe-wide 95-year term. (Telegraph.co.uk)
BETTER LIFE: Sexual health news Dec 12, 2008
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, caused 25,000 cases of cancer in 38 states and the District of Columbia between 1998 and 2003, including not only cervical cancer but also anal and mouth cancers, the said Monday ... In every case, men rated the women in red frames or wearing red as considerably more attractive and sexually desirable than the same women with other colors. (USA Today -- Tech)
Former county resident sentenced in family dispute Dec 11, 2008
She was also resentenced on a theft by deception charge from a 1999 case. Because Harkcom was on parole when she pleaded guilty to another crime, her parole was revoked. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
4 ex-Simpson pals get probation Dec 10, 2008
Each could have gotten prison time up to 11 years in McClinton's case. The men originally faced charges similar to Simpson and Clarence "C.J." Stewart, the only co-defendant who stood trial. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Jury selected for murder trial Dec 10, 2008
Tuesday, District Attorney Beth Cozzolino and Michaels queried potential jurors on everything from whether they watched CSI and Law and Order to whether they could set aside preconceived opinions on the case. Cozzolino asked the question about CSI and similar shows, she said, because she wanted people to understand that as opposed to television dramas where everything is neatly tied up in an hour, she would prove each and every element of the case, but may not answer every single question ...... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
'Sexy French maid' lost in translation Dec 10, 2008
In case there's any doubt, the business Web site () lists the services in detail. "Cleaning of interior and exterior of all kitchen counter tops ... cleaning of tub, shower ... mop, disinfect floors and baseboards ... dusting and polishing furniture ... changing linens ... sorting washing, and folding laundry.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Goldman's family: Simpson prison time is 'karma' Dec 9, 2008
Simpson's Oct. 3 conviction with a co-defendant in the case of his confrontation last year with sports memorabilia dealers came 13 years to the day after he was cleared in a criminal trial in the slaying of Goldman and his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson. "I don't believe for one single second he has an ounce of remorse in his body," Fred Goldman said on NBC's "Today" morning talk show. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Four special homes to be visited Dec 9, 2008
You can smell the turkey cooking in this old-fashioned kitchen with an indoor barbecue, a glass front deli case and ice box. Each room will feature a different tree a John Deere tree in the children's room and a fish tree in the fish room. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Twelve Gifts To Wow Her Dec 9, 2008
This is particularly the case among luxury shoppers, who will spend generously as long as they are guaranteed value ... 9 zoom lens and easily fits inside a briefcase or evening clutch ($499). (Forbes)
Gift guide: DVD sets that come with trimmings Dec 9, 2008
Alfred Hitchcock PremiereCollection (20th Century Fox/MGM, $120 DVD) with classics Rebecca, Spellbound, Notorious, The Paradine Case, Sabotage, Young and Innocent, The Lodger and Lifeboat packaged in a spiral notebook. Warner Bros. (USA Today -- Life)
Libya acts in HIV row with Bulgaria Dec 9, 2008
"Libya will boycott Bulgarian companies and shut the doors of all investment and trade opportunities for Bulgarian companies because the Bulgarian government has ignored demands to take responsibility for the action of its citizens in the HIV case," the official told Reuters ... At least 40 of the 426 infected children have died of Aids, increasing widespread outrage in Libya over the case. (Yahoo News -- Libya)
O.J. Simpson faces spartan prison as lawyers appeal Dec 8, 2008
The defense will also protest the judge allowing comments about Simpson's 1994 Los Angeles murder case in which he was acquitted of killing his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman ... Michael Shapiro, a New York defense lawyer who has followed the Las Vegas case, said Simpson's case may get extra attention from Nevada Supreme Court, the state's only appellate court. (Xinhuanet, China)
Slow recovery for renters after wildfires Dec 7, 2008
Brevard Long Term Recovery Coalition case manager Jerry Hinds said he has helped the Baileys with rent money and utility payments ... Russell Bailey and his wife, Sonya, talk with Ann Fosburr, case manager with Brevard Long Term Recovery Coalition, at their rented Palm Bay home. (Florida Today)
Curse is blessing for ERs Wyle Dec 7, 2008
Noah Wyle recently experienced an extreme case of deja vu. The 37-year-old actor, who stars in The Librarian: The Curse of the Judas Chalice (tonight, Dec. 7, at 8 on TNT), visited the set of NBC s ER when his friend Anthony Edwards was filming his return episode. (Boston Herald)
Martha Crawford von Bulow, famed heiress dies at 76 Dec 7, 2008
Von Bulow and his only daughter with Sunny, Cosima Pavoncelli, 41, have kept in touch with Dershowitz since 1984, when the Rhode Island Supreme Court granted a new trial in the sensational attempted murder case ... Dershowitz penned a bestseller, Reversal of Fortune, about the case ... Two of my past cases have come in the news in the same weekend. (Boston Herald)
Mattel's Barbie Wins Court Battle w... Dec 7, 2008
Mattel's Barbie Wins Court Battle with Bratz: Judge Rules for Mattel inTrademark Infringement Case Against MGA ... Judge Rules for Mattel inTrademark Infringement Case Against MGA. (Suite101.com)
Heiress Dead After 28 Years in Coma Dec 7, 2008
The attampted murder case split Newport society, produced lurid headlines and was later made into a film, "Reversal of Fortune," starring Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons. Claus von Bulow's main accusers were his wife's children by a previous marriage, Princess Annie Laurie von Auersperg Kniessl and Prince Alexander von Auersperg. (Fox News)
Peter Hain: 'I have lost 10 months of my life over donations ... Dec 7, 2008
Tory leader David Cameron, Lib Dem bo 00004000 ss Nick Clegg and London Mayor Boris Johnson have all been queried on similar issues, but in their cases no action was taken ... You can start the new year with a clear conscience which was always the case. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Sunny von Bulow, spent 28 years in coma Dec 7, 2008
The murder case split Newport society, produced lurid headlines and was later made into the 1990 film, "Reversal of Fortune," starring Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons ... He wrote the book "Reversal of Fortune: Inside the von Bulow Case," on which the movie was based ... "There are no winners in a case like this," he added. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Boston College can't wait for luck Dec 7, 2008
And the Eagles are well aware of that case. We got lucky, a few times, said defensive coordinator Frank Spaziani. (Bceagles.com)
After 28-Year Coma, Sunny Von Bulow Dies Dec 7, 2008
The murder case split Newport society, produced lurid headlines and was later made into a film, "Reversal of Fortune," starring Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons ... "There are no winners in a case like this. I'm happy to have played a role in getting the criminal conviction reversed, because it was an unjust conviction, but there were no victory parties or celebrations afterwards because there was a woman in a coma," Dershowitz said. (CBS News -- US)
Simpson sentenced to at least 9 years Dec 7, 2008
TIMELINE - O.J. SIMPSON CASES ... Oct. 24, 2001: Simpson cleared of all charges in a Florida case involving an alleged road-rage incident ... District Attorney David Roger said he expected Simpson would serve longer than 9 years in prison, saying that parole is rarely granted on first eligibility in cases involving violence. (USA Today -- Life)
OJ Simpson braces for life in jail Dec 7, 2008
The case stemmed from a bid by Simpson to reclaim what he insisted were personal possessions that had been stolen from him ... While at this case bail hearing, I said to Mr. Simpson that I didnt know if he was arrogant or ignorant or both. (India Times, India)
Murder case hangs over Simpson sentence in Vegas Dec 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS The shadow of O.J. Simpson s infamous murder case hung over a different courtroom, a different state, a different judge ... It really made us all aware that despite our best efforts, it s very difficult to separate the California case from the Nevada case, Galanter said ... I have to respect what happened in the case 13 years ago. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
O.J. Simpson Sentenced to Up to 33 Years in Prison for Armed Robbery and Kidnapping Dec 6, 2008
She said the case was unusual because the planning, the confrontation itself and the aftermath were all recorded on audio or videotape. "The evidence in this case was overwhelming," she said ... The judge said several times that her sentence in the Las Vegas case had nothing to do with Simpson's 1994 acquittal in the slaying of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman in Los Angeles. (Fox News)
OJ Simpson Sentenced in Vegas... Dec 6, 2008
5 to 27 years for their roles in a Las Vegas armed robbery case. Clark County District Court Judge Jackie Glass sentenced Simpson Friday after saying he is arrogant and ignorant. (The Drudge Report)
Up to 33 years... Dec 6, 2008
Glass, a no-nonsense judge known for her tough sentences, imposed such a complex series of consecutive and concurrent sentences that even many attorneys watching the case were confused as to how much time Simpson got ... The judge said several times that her sentence in the Las Vegas case had nothing to do with Simpson's 1994 acquittal in the slaying of his ex-wife and her friend. (The Drudge Report)
Armed men in wigs pull off 70m robbery at top Paris jewellery store Dec 6, 2008
Four men, some wearing wigs and female clothing, made a rapid getaway from the exclusive Harry Winston store in Paris after stealing almost every piece of jewellery on display and emptying two backdoor storage cases ... Yesterday the gilt doors of the Paris branch were shut to customers, and three of its five grey velvet display cases were empty of jewellery ... The gems were taken from a display case. (guardian.co.uk)
O.J. Simpson to spend up to 33 years in prison Dec 6, 2008
The case isn't necessarily over ... LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The shadow of a murder case known as "the trial of the century" hung over a Las Vegas courtroom Friday as O.J. Simpson was sent to prison for up to 33 years for what many considered a small-time heist of his own memorabilia and family heirlooms ... "It really made us all aware that despite our best efforts, it's very difficult to separate the California case from the Nevada case," Galanter said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
O.J. draws at least 15 years in prison Dec 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS - The shadow of O.J. Simpson's infamous murder case hung over a different courtroom, a different state, a different judge ... "I have to respect what happened in the case 13 years ago. The jury decided it and there were people who disagreed with that verdict. That doesn't matter to me. I have respect for that verdict." ... Co-defendant Clarence "C.J." Stewart was sentenced to 71/2 to 27 years after the prosecutor said he considered Stewart "less culpable" in the case. (AZCentral -- News)
O.J. Simpson gets 9 years in prison Dec 6, 2008
"What she did was horrible towards the defense, and that really does have an impact on jurors," said a criminal defense lawyer not associated with the case, Dayvid Figler. "They can easily make a greatest hits of her screaming or yelling 'Shut up!' or other signals to the jury.". (International Herald Tribune)
OJ Simpson sentenced to lengthy prison term Dec 6, 2008
In passing down the sentence on Friday, Glass said several times that the sentence in the Las Vegas case had nothing to do with Simpson's 1995 acquittal. "I'm not here to try and cause any retribution or any payback for anything else," Glass said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Undiscovered letter reveals Prince of Wales wanted to fight in the ... Dec 5, 2008
In the letter, written to his friend Captain Faussett, he poignantly refers to his situation as like being stuck "in a glass case". He wrote: "As you may imagine mine is a most rotten position in war time. I hold commissions in both services and yet I'm not allowed to fight. Of course I haven't got a proper job which is very painful to me and I feel I am left too much in a glass case. I long to be taking my chance in the trenches with my brother officers and in fact all able bodied... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Simpson faces 6 years to life at sentencing Dec 5, 2008
TIMELINE - O.J. SIMPSON CASES ... Oct. 24, 2001: Simpson cleared of all charges in a Florida case involving an alleged road-rage incident ... Neither Simpson, who was acquitted of the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife and her friend in Los Angeles, nor his co-defendant and former golfing buddy, Clarence "C.J. Stewart, testified at trial. They were convicted Oct. 3 of 12 criminal charges, including kidnapping and armed robbery, and face mandatory prison time a minimum of six years and up to life.... (USA Today -- News)
NHS spending millions fixing botched plastic surgery done abroad Dec 5, 2008
Responsibility for aftercare for cosmetic surgery carried out privately in the UK lies with the plastic surgeon conducting the procedure but this is often not the case within surgery abroad ... A spokesman for the Department of Health said it had already made clear that the NHS was only there to deal with emergencies in such cases. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Lights, furniture, art & home trends Dec 4, 2008
She's the third suspect in alleged Tracy child imprisonment case. Don't turn the lights out on Bush quite yet. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Putting science behind RI's ornamental fish industry Dec 4, 2008
"In one case fishermen were diving for a particular hard-to-find species. They were diving without masks and we realized they couldn't see the fish. "Using good equipment -- masks and snorkels -- meant they could see the fish and did not need to use potassium cyanide," said Gayatri. Her detailed work with trade practices was necessary groundwork for introducing the LINI program. "We started by trying different angles. We started by working with exporters, asking them where they were getting the... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Bronzer's no reindeer Nov 30, 2008
Promptly emailing PS with her new "flyer", Venuti says it's time she started "flogging" her Mama Claus Christmas show "just in case, you know, any corporates might be interested". Well, in these economically challenged times she is a much more economical option than, say, Paris Hilton, who is being paid about $200,000 to be at a Sydney New Year's Eve Party to promote a website. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Wines For Every Occasion Nov 29, 2008
2005 Scarecrow Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon ($585, Vinfolio) If price is no object for your favorite Napa Cab lover, this has become a new gold standard: fruit off 60-year-old vines from Rutherford's J.J. Cohn vineyard, made in minuscule amounts by superstar Celia Welch Masyczek, and in this case a superlative vintage. It's seductive, powerful, exquisite - and exceedingly rare. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Wine investing 2009: End of the madness Nov 29, 2008
2 million, including a hard-to-find case of Domaine de la Roman ... Rudd in London, quoted a case of 2000 Ch ... teau Palmer, currently listed at 2,400 a case. (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
PA Game Commission Offers 'Wild' Gift Giving Ideas Nov 27, 2008
The "Upland Game Bird Series" features five collectible mini-trapper knives made by W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., of Bradford, McKean County, and will sell for $74 ... The year, the series showcases the American woodcock. (PR Newswire)
Doubts cast on bribery cases Nov 27, 2008
News that the government s star witness in the Chuck Turner corruption case is disputing key facts in an FBI affidavit threatens to damage the case and raises serious questions about the evidence against the city councilor, his supporters and legal observers said. I think it makes their case very suspicious, and I think that people will look deeper into everything with regard to the FBI, political strategist and Turner ally Joyce Ferriabough said ... The man identified as the FBI s cooperating... (Boston Herald)
Michael Jackson's gravy ,painkillers and biscuits diet Nov 27, 2008
7 million court case against Sheikh Abdulla Al-Khalifa at the weekend C is apparently surviving on the bizarre diet after his spending habits spiralled out of control ... 7 million included 23,500 in utility bills for his Neverland estate, a 10-day Paris hotel bill of 105,000, bank funds of 655,000, court costs during his child abuse case in 2005 totalling 1. (Xinhuanet, China)
A brush fire on Saturday off Yellow Hill Road on the border of Ventura County was quickly put out by firefighters. Five acres were burned. Photo by Tricia Wilcox / TMT Nov 27, 2008
"Nissman said that if someone is "stuck" in the permitting process, they should call the supervisor's office."We treat each case individually," she said. "We want to help facilitate everyone's rebuild to all new standards. "Coastal roadblockTaki said some residents had run into complications with the California Coastal Commission. "Right after the fire, the Coastal Commission made a point of saying they would expedite all permitting requests," Taki said. "The fact is nobody has been expedited. (Malibu Times, CA)
Hearing ends with no plan for Yellowstone Club Nov 26, 2008
Kirscher gave both sides the better part of Tuesday to try to reach a deal, and held a closed door session with more than a dozen attorneys involved in the case ... But even the judge seemed surprised that a club that caters to the wealthy could be running out of money, saying it seemed to him one of them could just write a check to make the whole case disappear. (Missoulian, MT)
Jacko's bizarre diet Nov 26, 2008
7-million court case against Sheikh Abdulla Al-Khalifa at the weekend is apparently surviving on the bizarre diet after his spending habits spiralled out of control. Jackson's financial woes are said to be a result of him blowing 1-billion on luxuries such as a Ferrari sports car and the entire stock from antiques shops and comic book stores he has visited. (iAfrica.com)
New embryo test to screen for 6,000 diseases Nov 25, 2008
In some cases, the test will allow doctors the controversial option of asking couples to choose the sex of the embryos that are transplanted ... Case study: Linda Ball, 37, is married to Steven, 38. (Yahoo News -- Biotechnology and Genetics)
Senate prez boots Dianne Wilkerson from State House after pop-in Nov 25, 2008
Wilkerson, who resigned last week, continued to sort paperwork in her office as a Herald reporter asked her to comment on Friday s arrest of City Councilor Chuck Turner on federal bribery charges linked to her own case. She did not respond to any questions, but her lawyer, Max Stern, insists Wilkerson s office visit was aboveboard. (Boston Herald)
Hanson tops off an overwhelming year Nov 25, 2008
I m usually very opposed to signing big-name free agents, but this is a case in which it might be the best course of action ... worst case, take the money that Chipper would have been making and sign a replacement as a free agent (when the time comes) ... I still like Casey Blake for that job. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Don't let gift giving leave you overspent Nov 23, 2008
Keep a mental list for yourself in case others ask what you would like as a gift. TAKE A LIST AND TRACK WHAT YOU BUY -- To stick to your spending plan, if the gift for one person exceeds your budgeted amount, cut back on the price for another gift or category. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Stephen Colbert gives thanks for Greatest Gift Nov 22, 2008
That, of course, may not have been the case when he was invited to perform as the featured entertainer at the White House Correspondents Association Dinner in 2006. Colbert, in character, delivered a scathing routine that made targets of President Bush, who was in attendance, and other government officials and the media. (Boston Herald)
Hospital pays for banned drugs out of own pocket Nov 22, 2008
In most places, if there is no guidance from the National Institute for health and Clinical Excellence on the use of a drug, the patient has to apply to their primary care trust for 'exceptional case' funding. If this is denied the only options are to go without the drug, which may extend their lives, or pay for it themselves. (Telegraph.co.uk)
