Bloggers' challenge: How far have we come in eliminating racial and gender discrimination? Nov 21, 2008
people's court wrote on Nov 17, 2008 11:52 AM:" If you want to see gender discrimination in the State of Utah - just go in and file for divorce. ". Andrew123 wrote on Nov 17, 2008 11:56 AM:" First of all - Obama is president, so there has been some major progress. My grandma said to me after the election, "I never thought I'd be alive to see a black man become president. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Daly chasing Liang, Sterne at Hong Kong Open Nov 21, 2008
Daly has also had a tumultuous year off the course, going through a divorce and spending a night in jail last month after being found "extremely intoxicated and uncooperative," police said, outside a Hooters restaurant in North Carolina. Liang, the 2007 Asian Tour Order of Merit winner, shot seven birdies with only a bogey on the final hole preventing him from taking the lead. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Couple's tax battle ends on high note Nov 21, 2008
"It is perhaps romantic to hold the belief, in these days of high divorce rates, that all husbands want to make their wives happy, and vice versa. But for the government to deny a business existed on this basis, where there is overwhelming evidence of commerciality, is untenable," the judge wrote. The couple said they were relieved by the ruling but they have been so rattled by the experience they declined to comment on the case for a month, waiting to see if the CRA would appeal. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Guy celebrates divorce and custody win... by taking sons out for a ... Nov 21, 2008
Guy celebrates divorce and custody win ... Guy celebrates divorce and custody win ... The film director, who officially becomes divorced from the star today, marked the end of his eight-year marriage by taking sons Rocco, 8, and David Banda, 2 out for dinner. (Daily Mail)
Madonna leaves Guy without a cent Nov 21, 2008
Getting a "quickie" divorce ... Pop queen Madonna and her movie director husband Guy Ritchie will divorce in London on Friday after coming to a speedy agreement ending their eight-year marriage ... The couple will be granted a "quickie" divorce by a judge in the High Court in central London, according to a court hearings list published on Thursday. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Editorial: Illegally painted skate bowl no biggie (Nov. 12) Nov 21, 2008
Parents (especially the fathers) who are in the middle of divorce are accused of molesting their own children all the time. It is rarely true. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Ask the experts Nov 21, 2008
Having said that, however, the Divorce Act specifically deals with marriages entered into before 1984 in terms of an ante-nuptial contract by which community of property is excluded ... The rationale for this stipulation in the Divorce Act and its application to the specific marriage pre-1984 scenario seems based on a number or factors ... As a final point, it obviously goes without saying that in divorce matters it is essential to consult an experienced attorney to ensure that the outcome... (iAfrica.com)
Dealing with a sea change Nov 21, 2008
Whenever there is a life change, for example getting married, getting divorced, living together with a partner, having children, losing a spouse, leaving a job, starting a business or ending a business, you need the right advice on the financial consequences of these life changes ... Your financial planner should consider the impact of the ante-nuptial contract or lack thereof in terms of the division or sharing of your investments and life policies in the event of death or divorce or the manner... (iAfrica.com)
Madonna settles divorce Nov 21, 2008
Pop megastar Madonna and her British husband Guy Ritchie are to be divorced in London today, according to a court listing, as reports said they had struck a deal giving him little of her vast fortune. The case was listed as a "quickie" divorce under the names Ciccone M L v Ritchie G S, to be heard before a judge in the High Court's Family Division in central London ... Madonna (50) and film director Ritchie (40) announced in mid-October that they are to divorce nearly eight years after they... (iAfrica.com)
How to become a millionaire Nov 21, 2008
Divorce can permanently impair long-term wealth by about 25 percent. Blips in the property market and other economic downturns are unlikely to stop the long-term wealth building of most people. (iAfrica.com)
Madonna scheduled for divorce Nov 21, 2008
Madonna, Ritchie granted preliminary divorce ... LONDON (AP) -- The show-business marriage that began in a Scottish castle came to an end in a drab London courtroom Friday as Madonna and Guy Ritchie were granted a preliminary decree of divorce ... Papers released by the court said Madonna petitioned for divorce on the basis of Ritchie's "unreasonable behavior," but did not elaborate. (The Palm Beach Post)
America founded as a Christian nation? Nov 21, 2008
Jay wrote on Nov 20, 2008 10:20 AM:" @ JFirst of all my thoughts on marriage and what you perceived my thoughts to be are incorrect. I define it as ONE MAN & ONE WOMAN. So sorry you trying to make me look like a hypocrite didn't work. But you on the other hand tip toeing around my polygamist question shows where some of your argument falls apart. It was a simple yes or no question....so feel free to answer it if you like. Your argument about polygamists not being a big enough or large enough... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
A first home? When to buy a first home depends on a lot of factors not just money Nov 21, 2008
Couples wondering whether they are ready to buy need to take a hard look at the relationship itself, say financial planners, marriage counselors and even divorce lawyers. If you re going to do something as serious as buying a house together, you ve got to be on the same page, Schaeffer said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Spears Says She Regrets Marrying Federline Nov 21, 2008
The couple's divorce became official in July 2007 after nearly three years of marriage. Federline won custody of the children earlier this year. (Click2Houston, TX)
Britney Spears, 'NSYNC Led The Class Of '99, But Whatever Happened To Len, Orgy? Nov 21, 2008
" His similar-sounding 2000 follow-up, Eat at Whitey's, didn't catch on, nor did a more country-tinged 2004 album, White Trash Beautiful, and his recently released Love, War and the Ghost of Whitey Ford had not caught fire at press time. Why you know the name: Talk about a one-hit wonder. This Los Angeles band blew up with their Marilyn Manson/ Courtney Love-baiting power-pop hit "You Get What You Give" in early 1999 from their only album, Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too. Reclusive leader and... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Madonna And Guy Ritchie To Finalize Divorce In London On Friday Nov 21, 2008
The couple will be granted a "quickie" divorce in London's High Court, according to reports. by Gil Kaufman. (VHI.com -- Music News)
More Canadian paintings join million-dollar club Nov 21, 2008
The brightly coloured Harris painting, completed in 1924, is considered one of his more eccentric compositions and was described by one critic when it was first exhibited as "abnormal.''Ten of Harris's creations are already on Canada's list of million-dollar artworks. The Heffel sale brings the total number of Riopelle paintings on the list to seven; Alert Bay Burial Ground is the third work by Emily Carr to top $1 million.Two more works by the Ontario landscape legend Thomson - both with upper... (Canada.com)
Britney Spears admits marriage was a mistake Nov 20, 2008
Just over two years later, Spears filed for divorce and Federline has sole legal and physical custody of their children, , Spears also discusses her life under a permanent conservatorship of her father, and admits she feels trapped in the situation. She is currently gearing up for the release of her new album Circus, which comes out December 2. (NME.com)
The Citizen's Cinema Nov 20, 2008
" Doing that, Lazarus insists, was Speedman's mistake.I could never argue against the potency of the R-word as a term of ignorance and blanket negativity toward the mentally disabled. In fact, I often cringe when I hear people use it. The word speaks more to the stupidity of the user than the stupidity they carelessly and erroneously attach to the mentally disabled with its use.But in "Tropic Thunder," that's the point. What many of the film's detractors have done is divorce the word from its... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Mad about Hugh Nov 20, 2008
"I do remember having terrible feelings, mainly of feeling really abnormal. Divorce wasn't common then and it was uncommon for the mother to leave, and I had a real feeling of embarrassment. I remember people being very sympathetic..." He twists his body as if remembering that young boy squirming under the squall of hugs and head-patting ... " He says the age difference, which wouldn't be remarked upon if it were the other way round, has simply never been an issue. The couple's stable marriage... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Baldwin not pleased with Afflecks impression Nov 20, 2008
Alec Baldwin rarely grants interviews, but he sat down for a hilarious and candid interview with Access' Billy Bush to discuss his messy divorce with Kim Basinger and so much more. Access Hollywood. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Cardinal criticizes Obama as 'aggressive, disruptive and apocalyptic'... Nov 20, 2008
Widespread use of contraceptives have led to an increase in abortions, a massive increase in the divorce rate, and a total redefinition of the nature of marriage ... Published by: ck na 17/11/2008 08:43 PM EST Geri, statistics, wikipedia - shows that a couple using contraceptives increases the chances of divorce ... NFP couples have lower rate divorces, and child spacing are more effective than artificial birth control. (The Drudge Report)
Parents have difficulty finding good night care Nov 20, 2008
In the two years since Crumitie moved here from Miami after her divorce, she has tried sitters, home day care and other facilities, but none could provide consistent evening care. Her children, Jordan Cowan, 4, and Ashli Cowan, 6, started when the nighttime program started. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Michael Jackson sued by ex-wife Nov 20, 2008
Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe divorced in 1999. Michael Jackson's ex-wife has taken legal action against the pop star, claiming he failed to pay what he promised after their divorce ... Last year, Rowe, who divorced Jackson in 1999, testified at the singer's child abuse trial, praising him as a "great father". (Yahoo News -- Michael Jackson)
Tom Cruise's Runaway Mom 'Dead' to Friends Nov 20, 2008
The subject of their stories: a possible divorce, brought about by Katie's frustrations with Scientology. While Cruise should be worrying about what's left of his career, instead he seems to be digging his heels in deeper when it comes to his religious devotion. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Houston wins custody of daughter Nov 20, 2008
She filed for divorce last October citing irreconcilable differences. Superior Court Judge Franz E Miller ruled that Houston and Brown's marriage would officially end on 24 April. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 20, 2008
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife, Padma Lakshmi, because of her desire to end their marriage," Mr Rushdie's spokeswoman Jin Auh said. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time.". (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
It's not east being green on Chargers' roster Nov 20, 2008
" Mike Martz as OC. We all remember the "Greatest Show on Turf". Wade Phillips as DC - Had 2 tries at head coach and didn't cut it. But a great DC and most of the defense played for him so there would not be that much change. matemple November 19, 2008 at 11:04 a.m. 0 of 0 people found this comment useful. We might not be looking at 2-4 years with a coaching change as was suggested, though I know it's a long shot with AJ here. Bill Cowher is a Mary disciple and would likely run things much like... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Giles unlikely to be shopped: Nov 20, 2008
Shame on you for siding with a guy who ruined my favorite baseball team and now wants to dump all the talent before he sells them so he can settle a divorce. What kind o crack are u smoking. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
What's showing (Nov. 13) Nov 20, 2008
Yet as they prepare to enter divorce proceedings, Caleb's dad asks his son to try an experiment: The Love Dare. While hoping The Love Dare has nothing to do with his parents' newfound faith, Caleb commits to the challenge. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
'No one is perfect' Nov 20, 2008
Nowadays, many couples that get married end up getting a divorce in a couple of years. So then, shouldn't getting divorce be banned, too. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Atlanta conference examines institution of marriage Nov 20, 2008
Q: You were married for 20 years and then got divorced when your kids were 11 and 8 years old. What impact do you think your own divorce had on your children ... But there s no question they suffered by the divorce. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 19, 2008 Nov 20, 2008
About 50% of our current age-old defined marriages end in divorce ... The divorced or widowed woman past menopause who wants to remarry is just out of luck, I guess ... About 50% of our current age-old defined marriages end in divorce. (North County Times)
Mills complains to press watchdog Nov 20, 2008
3m in her divorce settlement ... During the divorce proceedings, the model and charity campaigner was heavily criticised in the press, particularly after the judge said her evidence had been "inconsistent, inaccurate" and "less than candid". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sour Economy Makes Divorce Tougher Nov 20, 2008
The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers polled its members this week and found that 37 percent are seeing a decrease in the number of divorce cases. During the Great Depression, the divorce rate dropped sharply, says Stephanie Coontz, a professor of family studies at Evergreen State College in Olympia, Wash. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Real Housewives of Atlanta Nov 20, 2008
She married a football player and is going through a divorce ... She married a pro-athlete and is trying to make her divorce bankroll her for the rest of her life ... I am sick of hearing about her 7 figure divorce and her clothing line. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Seeker Finds Strong Ratings Nov 20, 2008
6) and Divorce Court (1. 4) stayed flat, and Cristinas Court (1. (TVweek.com)
‘Knowledge is power’ Nov 20, 2008
If they decide they don t want to work with their partner anymore, they have to budget for a divorce. They also calculate what it costs to have and raise a baby. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Husband blames iPhone 'glitch' for sending raunchy images of his ... Nov 20, 2008
Susan said she was working on divorce proceedings and thanked everyone for their input. Latest Comment. (NEWS.com.au)
Greenacres woman's frantic cell calls lead police to arrest husband for kidnapping Nov 20, 2008
The woman later told police a divorce mediation session for that afternoon had been canceled and the two had agreed to talk at a nearby restaurant ... Court records show the divorce papers were filed in August. (The Palm Beach Post)
Working through a breakup Nov 19, 2008
There, he befriended a boss, with whom he lunched, talked out his divorce, and made sense of a changing industry. They've kept in touch, but office intimacy is difficult to re-create outside of work. (Boston Globe)
The Citizen's Cinema Nov 19, 2008
" Doing that, Lazarus insists, was Speedman's mistake.I could never argue against the potency of the R-word as a term of ignorance and blanket negativity toward the mentally disabled. In fact, I often cringe when I hear people use it. The word speaks more to the stupidity of the user than the stupidity they carelessly and erroneously attach to the mentally disabled with its use.But in "Tropic Thunder," that's the point. What many of the film's detractors have done is divorce the word from its... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Abagnale reflects on life of fraud, work in FBI Nov 19, 2008
Abagnale later explained that his life of crime began when he learned his parents were getting divorced ... "Divorce is very devastating," Abagnale said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Michael Jackson sued by ex-wife Nov 19, 2008
Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe divorced in 1999. Michael Jackson's ex-wife has taken legal action against the pop star, claiming he failed to pay what he promised after their divorce ... Last year, Rowe, who divorced Jackson in 1999, testified at the singer's child abuse trial, praising him as a "great father". (Yahoo News -- Michael Jackson)
Tom Cruise's Runaway Mom 'Dead' to Friends Nov 19, 2008
The subject of their stories: a possible divorce, brought about by Katie's frustrations with Scientology. While Cruise should be worrying about what's left of his career, instead he seems to be digging his heels in deeper when it comes to his religious devotion. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 19, 2008
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife, Padma Lakshmi, because of her desire to end their marriage," Mr Rushdie's spokeswoman Jin Auh said. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time.". (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Houston wins custody of daughter Nov 19, 2008
She filed for divorce last October citing irreconcilable differences. Superior Court Judge Franz E Miller ruled that Houston and Brown's marriage would officially end on 24 April. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Kidney disease takes a growing toll Nov 19, 2008
Rita Miller, 65, undergoes dialysis three times a week. (Christopher Capozziello for The New York Times). (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
What's showing (Nov. 13) Nov 19, 2008
Yet as they prepare to enter divorce proceedings, Caleb's dad asks his son to try an experiment: The Love Dare. While hoping The Love Dare has nothing to do with his parents' newfound faith, Caleb commits to the challenge. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Virtual Affair Leads To A Real Divorce Nov 19, 2008
Virtual affair leads to real divorce for UK couple. Article:Virtual affair leads to real divorce for UK couple:/n/a/2008/11/14/international/i060826S39 ... DTL Article:Virtual affair leads to real divorce for UK couple:/n/a/2008/11/14/international/i060826S39. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Reese Witherspoon waxes country for Christmas Nov 19, 2008
The flick tells the tale of a couple who have managed to avoid spending the holidays with their respective divorced families. In some ways, the film hits close to home for Witherspoon, whose divorce from actor Ryan Phillippe was finalized in June. (USA Today -- Life)
Peavy saga over? Not hardly Nov 19, 2008
He s going through a divorce and wants to be near his kids out there if he can, so he can get back on off days or whatever, and possibly be there for spring training ... Mike Hampton is going through a divorce. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Britain grapples with role for Islamic justice Nov 19, 2008
The woman in black wanted an Islamic divorce ... The judge promptly reversed himself and recommended divorce ... Almost all of the cases involve women asking for divorce, and through word of mouth and an ambitious use of the Internet, courts like the small, unadorned building in London where the father stepped in to plead his daughter's case have become magnets for Muslim women seeking to escape loveless marriages not only from Britain but sometimes also from Denmark, Ireland, the Netherlands... (International Herald Tribune)
David Brooks: The formerly middle class Nov 19, 2008
People in the lower middle class have much higher divorce rates and many fewer community ties. For them, cocooning is more likely to be a perilous psychological spiral. (International Herald Tribune)
Man U fans complain to regulator over ticket costs Nov 19, 2008
The Associated Press Published: November 19, 2008. Manchester United fans called for an official investigation Wednesday into ticket prices increases since the Premier League club was bought by American businessman Malcolm Glazer in 2005. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Queens Park Rangers hires Sousa as manager Nov 19, 2008
The Associated Press Published: November 19, 2008. Queens Park Rangers hired Paulo Sousa as manager Wednesday despite the former Portugal playmaker having no experience in a top coaching job. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Hello, tech support? Save my marriage Nov 19, 2008
Wife's iPhone plea as hubby emails raunchy pictures to lover - Articles. The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. (The Age, Australia)
Wife's iPhone plea as hubby emails raunchy pictures Nov 19, 2008
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. Advertiser-supported feature. (The Age, Australia)
Against gay marriage, not gays Nov 19, 2008
Omega D wrote on Nov 16, 2008 5:25 PM:" I say we re-evluate hetro marriages then. I say to help the divorce rate among hetros, they should live together for at least a year, test drive the merchandise, then make the decision to get married. I had two friends that got married(man and a woman) that did the norm for around here. She had no idea that he had night terrors. Every night he would actually live out his nightmares, envolving her and later their children. They are know divorced. Would she... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bloggers' challenge: How far have we come in eliminating racial and gender discrimination? Nov 19, 2008
people's court wrote on Nov 17, 2008 11:52 AM:" If you want to see gender discrimination in the State of Utah - just go in and file for divorce. ". Andrew123 wrote on Nov 17, 2008 11:56 AM:" First of all - Obama is president, so there has been some major progress. My grandma said to me after the election, "I never thought I'd be alive to see a black man become president. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
English FA bans Ferguson for two game and Drogba for three; top Chinese league dropped off TV Nov 19, 2008
Kieran Doherty/Reuters Chelsea's Didier Drogba fighting for the ball with Burnley's Graham Alexander during their English League Cup soccer on November 12, 2008. The Associated Press Published: November 18, 2008. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Wife's iPhone plea as hubby emails raunchy pictures to lover Nov 19, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Advertiser-supported feature. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
A bad economy makes for some bad divorces Nov 19, 2008
NEW YORK - Bonnie Rabin is fond of saying that divorce lawyers are a bit like liquor stores ... But that doesn't mean everyone's rushing to divorce court ... And there's a whole other group that's taking up Rabin's time these days: Clients who are already divorced or separated, and finding they simply can't live up to obligations they made in flusher times. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Editorial: Illegally painted skate bowl no biggie (Nov. 12) Nov 19, 2008
Parents (especially the fathers) who are in the middle of divorce are accused of molesting their own children all the time. It is rarely true. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Out in support of gay rights Nov 19, 2008
I only got married legallly so if there were children and divorce, I'd have recourse. I'm sure I'm not alone on that. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)