Enabling rhythms Nov 22, 2009
The zoo is a place of relative calm amidst the noise and chaos, amidst the poverty and energy of the third largest city in Africa, and it happens to be close to the disabled centre where they had spent much of their time. Lickabu first met fellow band-member and polio victim Coco Ngambali when they were both working on the ferry that crosses the vast Congo river between Kinshasa and Brazzaville, a good place for the disabled to do business as Mobutu had decreed that the disabled could travel on... (BBC News -- Africa)
Darkness or light: The choice is yours Nov 22, 2009
Without a unified and amplified voice of reason in government and in the marketplace, the noise of extremists and quacks misleads both the man on the street and the person in the halls of power. Chaos is the result. (Albany Times Union)
What's your question: Stopping at Main, Michigan; East Main turn Nov 22, 2009
Answer: According to information from Klamath County Animal Control, a dog becomes a public nuisance if it bites a person, chases vehicles or people, damages or destroys property, scatters garbage, trespasses on private property, disturbs any person by frequent or prolonged noise, or is a female dog in heat and is running at large. The consequences of a dog harming livestock can be strict. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Football Scoreboard - Nov. 21, 2009 Nov 22, 2009
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21. BYU quarterback Max Hall established new MWC records for career passing (11,039) and total offensive (11,227) yards in the Cougars' 38-21 win over Air Force. (Themwc.com)
Click to read:Health Care Bill Clears 1st Senate Hurdle Nov 22, 2009
Neocons cant think, they have to hear a Faux Noise performance and then repeat what they just heard as fact. those same neocons will take ownership of those same socialised programs and defend them as theirs at a future date. (CBS News)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 29 Nov. 4 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 22, 2009
8:27 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2300 block of Sumac Ct ... 9:49 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2700 block of Tradewinds Dr. ... 10:09 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 1800 block of Preston on the Lakes. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police reports Nov 22, 2009
Will trying the 9/11 terrorists in a court in New York make the United States safer. Not safer and will encourage more attacks. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Melancholy vista Nov 21, 2009
It takes more than a crafty guitar tuning to get there, but even in a commercially homogenised world, Cooder's radar remains tuned to a dimension way beyond the white noise of popular music. I got a record of some Cambodian rock guys doing this weird surf music, probably during the Cambodian war. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sewer rates may increase 11 percent in Keokuk next year Nov 21, 2009
Protecting trees would enhance property values; help stabilize the soil; help reduce air, noise and visual pollution; help cut atmospheric carbon dioxide; reduce energy consumption; and enhance the aesthetics and general quality of life in the city, according to the proposed ordinance. A city forester would be established, who along with the City Tree Commission, would compile and update a list of undesirable trees. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
The Pres' Palouse Park Bench - It's Hoop Season! Nov 21, 2009
Merriam-Webster's dictionary almost had to come up with a new definition for measuring sound when it came to the noise level inside Friel Court. The roof trusses needed reinforcing. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Reports from the scene Nov 21, 2009
Another recounted hearing a loud thump in the night - an ominous noise she now knows was the road bridge crumbling. The River Derwent, which runs through Workington, is usually a scenic source of pride for people here. (BBC News -- UK)
Folks demand a more comprehensive environmental plan on the Green Line extension project Nov 21, 2009
The key issues remain resolution of placement of the maintenance facility, design and construction including the Community Path and the Route 26 terminus and noise, pollution and quality of life issues ... Others pointed out things the document has not adequately addressed like disability access, chemical runoff management, biker and pedestrian access and safety, green construction and management, bridge repairs, construction mitigation, and noise and vibration mitigation. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Man Uses Excavator In Destructive Rampage Nov 21, 2009
Neighbors who live near Forest Land Services called 911 around 3 a.m. to report unusual construction noise on Pioneer Highway. "When deputies arrived they found an excavator that was basically destroying everything in its path," said Stanwood Police Chief Ty Trenary. (KIRO TV, WA)
Safe and sound thinking puts special effects into silent movers Nov 21, 2009
Michael Simpson, the organisation's manager of policy and advocacy, says blind people, as with the rest of the population, welcome the reduction in noise pollution provided by electric cars ... Lotus Engineering's chief engineer for noise and vibration, Colin Peachey, disagrees. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Man charged in alleged fraternity beating ... Nov 21, 2009
In December 2006, Milner was charged with providing alcohol to minors, violating a county noise ordinance, obstructing a police officer, public drunkenness and disorderly conduct. He pleaded no contest in August 2008 and was fined, placed on two years of probation and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service. (Athens Banner-Herald)
See Paris like a Parisian Nov 21, 2009
There is traffic, there is noise, there is filth on the streets ... Bicycles are everywhere; so are motorcycles and scooters, making up most of the background noise of Paris, mixed with the perennial "eeee-aaaw, eeee-aaaw" of the emergency vehicles - les pompiers. (AZCentral -- Travel)
The other D-word Nov 21, 2009
It was no coincidence that the new government of Yukio Hatoyama chose the day when the Bank of Japan (BoJ) was holding a rate-setting meeting to make a lot of noise on the issue. Both the deputy prime minister and finance minister made concerned comments. (The Economist)
Datuk killed while fleeing robbers Nov 20, 2009
His son heard some noise and came out of the bathroom to check only to find armed men in the house. The son put up a fight with one of the suspects but was slashed on his right arm. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Five Players to Watch: Chargers vs. Giants Nov 20, 2009
LB -- Much noise was made about getting his first two sacks of the season last week, but the bigger development is that Phillips now has four sacks in the last two games -- no other Chargers defender has more than two on the season. Phillips' sack-count is even more impressive given the amount of time he's spent dropping into coverage so far this season. (BroncoCountry.com)
Ex-NBA player Jayson Williams takes plea deal Nov 20, 2009
On the future: "I hope for me and my [two daughters] that we come out unscathed. I hope for Jayson that he becomes healthy. I hope that the beautiful and the best parts of him are the parts that can control his life instead of the dark side that end up making the most noise.". The Associated Press reported Thursday that Williams agreed to a plea deal for aggravated assault that would send him to prison for at least 18 months and up to three years. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Business Digest: Sweetbay sponsors children's museum Nov 20, 2009
Noise agency picks account leader. Emily Kettner has been promoted to account leader at the Sanibel office of Noise, a multimedia branding communications agency. (The News-Press -- Business)
The Parenting Place Nov 20, 2009
I think it worked out well because a. Ella is at an age where you can explain things ahead of time so she knew what to expect and was excited to see b. we got there late (around 9:30 p.m.) so she wasn't tired from being there all day and c. we set up at a location that was a reasonable distance from the place where the fireworks were shot from, so the noise wasn't overwhelming ... I'm thinking either she's going to totally love it or be totally freaked out by the loud noise. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Letters to the editor Nov 20, 2009
I guess the bottom line for the Berkeley City Council is that noise pollution in Berkeley is acceptable and all of the noise pollution standards can be dropped by merely requesting a permit if it brings in more money to the city of Berkeley ("Berkeley eases limits on noise," Nov. 19). Hmm. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Choking The Blue Dogs Nov 20, 2009
Progressive groups and bloggers also make a lot of noise about Blue Dogs that oppose a "progressive" agenda. Vulnerable Democrats must now embrace policies often unpopular in their districts, like health care legislation, cap and trade and even a big spending stimulus proposal or appear like traitors in their caucus and face the wrath of liberal interest groups. (CBS News -- Politics)
Westford Planning Board rejects wireless facility plan Nov 20, 2009
These issues centered around noise, a negative effect on nearby home values, potential structural problems for the water tank and concerns about health effects that may be caused by electronic emissions from the proposed site ... If noise is an issue [resulting in neighbors complaints] then the applicant must deal with it, Board member Fred Palmer said ... Following further discussion on noise profile data, Peraner-Sweet moved to deny the special permit to Omnipoint Communication. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Ex-Vandal charges up Cougs' low-post presence Nov 20, 2009
KATIE MADISON is in the house and shes making noise. Coming off a knee injury and a year on the sidelines after transferring in from Idaho, the Washington State junior forward has showed no signs of rust in the Cougar womens basketball teams first three outings of the season. (Cougfan.com)
Boy Rescued After Getting Stuck In Chimney Nov 20, 2009
"She was checking on the garbage can and heard this screaming -- 'Help, help.' So, she came and got me. We stood in the yard and heard the noise but we couldn't exactly tell where it was coming from," Washington said. The couple called 911 and drove around trying to find out what was going on. (7 KETV Omaha)
Child Hit By Car While Crossing Street Nov 20, 2009
"I saw him fly in the air and just fall. Oh, the noise when the truck hit the bike, I still have it in my head.". Police said the boy is 13 years old. (7 KETV Omaha)
Police reports Nov 20, 2009
Will trying the 9/11 terrorists in a court in New York make the United States safer. Not safer and will encourage more attacks. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 29 Nov. 4 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 20, 2009
8:27 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2300 block of Sumac Ct ... 9:49 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2700 block of Tradewinds Dr. ... 10:09 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 1800 block of Preston on the Lakes. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Top Eurobank prepares for 'global economic collapse'... Nov 20, 2009
Some people have made noise about potential deflation. The central banks of the debtor nations will NEVER let that happen on a large scale. (The Drudge Report)
Letter to the editor: Can government run a health plan? Nov 20, 2009
sugarcane wrote on Nov 18, 2009 4:07 PM:" Very nice letter, albeit highly speculative. History shows that the repubs in mass, were against Social Security, and then medicare and VA. Don't try to scare the seniors and the people with the republicans speculative agenda. It has Fox Noise and Rush slimeball, between the lines. I'm surprised you didn't mention death panels too. The republican agenda is not for the people, but for the corporations. ". 797797 wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:29 AM:" I agree... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Berkeley eases limits on noise Nov 20, 2009
Berkeley hills neighbors were screeching mad Wednesday after the City Council unanimously agreed to relax the noise limits for downtown nightclubs, sending the thumps and howls of late-night music wafting uphill to their homes ... "This is unconscionable. Noise definitely has health consequences, and this really decreases quality of life." ... The council amended the city's noise ordinance to allow nightclubs, festivals and other entertainment venues to exceed sound limits if they obtain a... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sonar Used Before Whales Hit Shore Nov 20, 2009
The new Navy information about when the sonar was used off Hawaii was first made public in late July, at a meeting of the federal Marine Mammal Commission focused on how to limit the effects of ocean noise on whales and other sea creatures. Rear Adm. (Yahoo News -- Whales and Dolphins)
Jazz finally make noise in San Antonio Nov 20, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Brian Williams Lauds Cronkite in Award Acceptance Nov 20, 2009
"I am convinced that had he come along today, I don't think he would have cracked through. I think there's too much noise, too much to cut through for a modest man from Missouri," Williams told an audience in Phoenix. "But God and history combined to give him to us right when we needed him.". (Newsmax)
The Hell Of PTSD Nov 20, 2009
The noise of the careening rides, the shrieking kids--everything roused Waddell to a state of hypervigilance typical of his worst days in combat. When an actor dressed as Goofy stuck his long, doggy muzzle into his face, Waddell recalls, "I wanted to grab Goofy by the throat.". (Time.com)
Duck Trek: North Dakota is an experience Nov 20, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. The noise rising out of the marsh was uncomfortable ... It's a promising noise standing in the pitch black of a North Dakota night ... There are no city lights in the distance, no vehicles passing just you and the dark, which accentuates every noise the waterfowl menagerie was making on the first day of the Duck Trek. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Turbines blow back into town Nov 20, 2009
In the denial decision, the Planning Board named five general areas of concern: visual impact, noise, excessive noise, vibration, or light, ice and/or snow throw, and structural integrity ... In addition, the sound study also details a shift in location for both proposed wind turbines in an effort to reduce the noise impacts on the surrounding area. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
What's your question: Stopping at Main, Michigan; East Main turn Nov 20, 2009
Answer: According to information from Klamath County Animal Control, a dog becomes a public nuisance if it bites a person, chases vehicles or people, damages or destroys property, scatters garbage, trespasses on private property, disturbs any person by frequent or prolonged noise, or is a female dog in heat and is running at large. The consequences of a dog harming livestock can be strict. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
One injured in fire Nov 19, 2009
I said, what s that noise. I looked out the window and saw the smoke. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Police lure suicidal man off bridge with promise of cheeseburger Nov 19, 2009
" When they arrived, the officers recognized the truck as belonging to someone they were familiar with from growing up in the area.An hour earlier, the same man left "a goodbye letter" at the police station and a be-on-the-lookout alert was radioed to area police agencies, said Pearl.Wind from the height of the bridge, noise from passing tractor-trailers and darkness made it impossible to see or hear the suicidal man early on, said Black. While the two officers repeatedly called his name,... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Matalin: Palin's worlds collide Nov 19, 2009
Anyone who has ever been in the Defcon One pressure cooker of a national campaign knows that "mistakes are made," feelings are hurt, tempers are short, bitching is background noise. There is no such thing as Emily Post for political campaigns. (CNN)
What's your question: Stopping at Main, Michigan; East Main turn Nov 19, 2009
Answer: According to information from Klamath County Animal Control, a dog becomes a public nuisance if it bites a person, chases vehicles or people, damages or destroys property, scatters garbage, trespasses on private property, disturbs any person by frequent or prolonged noise, or is a female dog in heat and is running at large. The consequences of a dog harming livestock can be strict. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Hot Stove to kick off quietly for Tribe Nov 19, 2009
This figures to be a quiet Hot Stove season for a Tribe team that made plenty of noise at the Trade Deadline in July. If the Indians do become players in the free-agent market, they'll likely be late players, looking to scoop up some discounts on lower-profile guys. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
The Parenting Place Nov 19, 2009
I think it worked out well because a. Ella is at an age where you can explain things ahead of time so she knew what to expect and was excited to see b. we got there late (around 9:30 p.m.) so she wasn't tired from being there all day and c. we set up at a location that was a reasonable distance from the place where the fireworks were shot from, so the noise wasn't overwhelming ... I'm thinking either she's going to totally love it or be totally freaked out by the loud noise. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
That's the way it was Nov 19, 2009
I think there s too much noise, too much to cut through for a modest man from Missouri, Williams told an audience in Phoenix. But God and history combined to give him to us right when we needed him. (Boston Globe)
Cargo ship crew fends off pirates Nov 19, 2009
Evasive maneuvers, debilitating noise, and small-arms fire from a private security force drove off the pirates, who had fired automatic weapons as they approached within 300 yards. This is a great example of learning lessons, said Rear Admiral Richard Gurnon, president of the maritime academy. (Boston Globe)
Sonar Used Before Whales Hit Shore Nov 19, 2009
The new Navy information about when the sonar was used off Hawaii was first made public in late July, at a meeting of the federal Marine Mammal Commission focused on how to limit the effects of ocean noise on whales and other sea creatures. Rear Adm. (Yahoo News -- Whales and Dolphins)
R. Kelly's New Album 'Untitled' In Stores December 1 Nov 19, 2009
The Chicago native is currently headlining the sold-out "Ladies Make Some Noise!" tour and is already making a lasting impression on the Billboard charts with all-new material from the album ... He wraps up the "Ladies Make Some Noise!" tour on Dec. 8. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tip-Off field a good one Nov 19, 2009
This really looks like a rock solid group that could make some noise in San Juan. FEATURED PRODUCT. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Abandoned to violence Nov 19, 2009
Two weeks ago, Carolyn Henderson was parking on Westville Street in Dorchester, on her way to work at John Marshall Elementary School, when she heard a noise ... Two weeks passed, and Carolyn Henderson was at her post Tuesday night, inside the Marshall, watching over kids in the after-school program, and she heard that noise again. (Boston Globe)
Panthers set school record Nov 19, 2009
The Panthers are asking everyone who can to come out, make some noise, and support this team in what could go down as the best Panther season ever. Advertising. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Mental health woes fueled by purposeful neglect Nov 19, 2009
Throughout this period, the voice of advocacy, while at times justifiably strident, was viewed as unfortunate noise. Advocacy was to be ignored, tolerated or contained. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Helping children relate to the physically and mentally challenged Nov 19, 2009
They can share any insights about how to best structure interaction in terms of supervision, food, noise and more. That will help you think through what you will tell your kids. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Maersk Alabama repels 2nd pirate attack with guns Nov 19, 2009
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) -- Somali pirates attacked the Maersk Alabama on Wednesday for the second time in seven months and were thwarted by private guards on board the U.S.-flagged ship who fired off guns and a high-decibel noise device. A U.S. surveillance plane was monitoring the ship as it continued to its destination on the Kenyan coast, while a pirate said that the captain of a ship hijacked Monday with 28 North Korean crew members on board had died of wounds. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
ROUNDTABLEAssessing Hornets' future, the sorry state of NYC-area hoops and player-coach fights. Nov 19, 2009
Now they have to deal with Paul, who is under their control through the 2011-12 season but can make some noise if he feels the team isn't headed in the right direction. And by the looks of it, the Hornets not. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
UP FOR AIR: Are you a Muffin or a Rocky? Nov 19, 2009
On the news recently: complaints from Charlestown residents about the booming cannon noise twice a day (the flag goes up, the flag goes down) from Old Ironsides, a ship particularly loved in these parts. I am sure, having had my fill of U.S. Navy red tape in an earlier life, that even if they tried to get the cannons silenced, it would take at least a decade to even be considered. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
That is the Question! Nov 19, 2009
I go by taxi, as I have no wish to raise my blood pressure unnecessarily by spending hours in horrendous traffic and scorching sun and subjecting my body to intolerable level carbon mono oxide and noise. I love fish but I have no appetite for tasteless cold-store fish. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Chinese diners eat live fish on YOUTUBE... Nov 19, 2009
" Who are you to label an entire country a "cesspool"? I agree the fish thing absolutely disgusts me, but not all people in China act this way. My wife is from China, and I have spent time over there and I would suggest that people who eat dogs and fish in this manner are not the majority. Everyone of my wife's family memebers are sickened by people eating dogs and cats, along with all of my wife's friends from grade school and college. So next time try limiting your comments only to things... (The Drudge Report)
Carbon copy of his life in Yoel Sheridan's book (3) Nov 19, 2009
But the "V1" was nothing compared to the later flying bomb - the "V2." One was not aware of them being overhead as they made no noise. Suddenly, there would be an enormous explosion as the bomb hit the ground with no one in the area having time to take shelter. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Northeastern Crime Log Nov 19, 2009
11:30 p.m. A Resident Assistant (RA) in 116 St. Stephen St. responding to a noise complaint detected the odor of marijuana coming from an apartment and called NUPD. Officers responded and spoke to four 19-year-old residents and a 22-year-old student guest, all of whom admitted to smoking marijuana. Officers also confiscated 13 bottles of beer. (Northeastern News, MA)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 29 Nov. 4 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 19, 2009
8:27 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2300 block of Sumac Ct ... 9:49 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 2700 block of Tradewinds Dr. ... 10:09 p.m. - Noise complaint reported at 1800 block of Preston on the Lakes. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The Campus Crime Log Nov 19, 2009
Police initiated response on noise violations occurring in an apartment. Upon contact with the suspects police found the defendants had consumed alcohol underage. (The University Echo, TN)
Letter to the editor: Can government run a health plan? Nov 19, 2009
sugarcane wrote on Nov 18, 2009 4:07 PM:" Very nice letter, albeit highly speculative. History shows that the repubs in mass, were against Social Security, and then medicare and VA. Don't try to scare the seniors and the people with the republicans speculative agenda. It has Fox Noise and Rush slimeball, between the lines. I'm surprised you didn't mention death panels too. The republican agenda is not for the people, but for the corporations. ". 797797 wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:29 AM:" I agree... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
