Maverick McCain Ran as Himself Nov 5, 2008
Now as in the Senate he seems to forget the Republican quotient within bi-partisanship. We all knew, way back, that McCain s maverick-ness manifest itself in flouting the Republican Party and the interests of its members when he sponsored campaign finance reform; partnered with Ted Kennedy on immigration and imputed racism to those who did not support his plan; when he broke with the Administration on interrogation techniques at Guantanamo Bay; and, again, when he torpedoed the "nuclear option."... (Human Events Online)
Studio featured on 'Queer Eye' ready to sell its shares Nov 4, 2008
The retailer's hipster quotient got a jet boost last year when the company was featured prominently as a home-decor source on the hit television series "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.". Last year the company reported sales of $81. (Yahoo News -- Queer Eye for the Straight Guy)
'Team Imig' victorious in reducing their trash Nov 4, 2008
"How did they manage to trim their trash to less weight than a carton of milk?First, there was careful planning with Tamara Li Farnsworth of Green Irene (), who's part green consultant and part cheerleader. She met with the Imigs a few days before the challenge began on Oct. 12.Farnsworth checked the garbage, talked through baby needs (she's a mom herself) and came up with suggestions to not only raise their recycling quotient but cut trash."Where are you (now). " Farnsworth asked. "You're... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Extras and the ugly side of Bollywood Nov 3, 2008
Since the break-up of the Soviet Union, a lot of girls from the recently independent republics have moved to India, with film producers tapping them for that extra glamour quotient. This is a big bone of contention between the extras unions and the film makers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Wines Contain Heavy Metal Hazard Nov 3, 2008
The Targeted Hazard Quotient (THQ) is based on the upper safe limits for chemicals, and a THQ below 1. 0 is believed to be safe. (Newsmax)
Jeers! Hazardous levels of metals found in wines Nov 1, 2008
A target hazard quotient (THQ) exceeding one could cause health effects over a lifetime, according to an comparing the time a person is exposed to a toxin and its established reference dose. Some of the glasses of wines contained THQ levels as high as 300, according to the review, which analyzed previous studies of metal concentrations in the wines. (Scientific American)
Study: Many Wines Full of Dangerous Metals Oct 31, 2008
Biomolecular scientist Dr. Declan P. Naughton, from Kingston University in London, used a risk assessment called the target hazard quotient on wines from 16 different countries to determine which ones are the safest. The THQ formula was developed by the United States' Environmental Protection Agency for the estimation of potential health risks associated with long-term exposure to environmental pollutants. (Fox News)
How to Recession Proof Your Workforce Oct 31, 2008
Therefore, during difficult times, you must dial up your inspiration quotient. You do this by "keeping the dream alive" by sharing stories of the good things your company is doing. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Hazardous Levels Of Metal Ions Found In Many Commercial Table Wines, Study Suggests Oct 31, 2008
This Target Hazard Quotient (THQ) gives an indication of risk based on published upper safe limits for various chemicals ... Heavy metal ions in wines: meta-analysis of target hazard quotients reveal health risks. (Science Daily)
Reviving a grande dame: Blue Stores Hotel gets a makeover Oct 29, 2008
A significant quotient of the excitement surrounding the project comes from the effervescent personality of Trevor Hunter, co-owner and creative force behind the massive renovation. First and foremost an artist who prefers to paint his large abstract oil paintings outdoors at his Germantown home, Hunter is also an avid collector of antiques and objets d'art which he arranges in enticing tableaux, and a consummate host. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
What can John McCain do? Oct 28, 2008
That s because IQ is a quotient ( Intelligence Quotient ) a relative measure that expresses your test score in relation to test scores of people your own age. Your IQ stays roughly the same because you stay in roughly the same place with respect to your cohort. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Jacobus Busono: Making his mark in business Oct 27, 2008
If you want to work together, give it your full heart," Jacobus said. When he recruits a worker, Jacobus said he is more interested in the applicant's character. "People may have a high, IQ which is based on intelligence but their low EQ (emotional quotient), which is related to their low emotional maturity, could be dangerous. "A wicked person who is clever is more dangerous than one who is stupid ...". (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Business Briefs: Hospital garners two awards for services Oct 26, 2008
Athens Neuropsychiatrist, Thomas McCormack, M.D., recently announced that his clinical practice, Athens Behavioral Medicine, has teamed up with the McLean Hospital Group at Harvard Medical School to offer the Quotient ADHD testing system, which formerly had been utilized only in research settings ... McCormack, a national ADHD expert and clinical professor in the Emory University Department of Psychiatry has added the Quotient test to a small battery of neuropsychological tests endorsed by the... (Athens Banner-Herald)
How to recharge the love lull Oct 24, 2008
The 'familiarity quotient' that partners strive so hard to achieve at one point of time often begins to take a toll on their love life as monotony seeps in. Sex starts dwindling and surprises decrease as both partners become habituated to each other, often taking each other for granted. (India Times, India)
It's not about exertion, says Big B Oct 20, 2008
Sallu s fashion quotient in Yuvvraaj. Maria and I aren't splitting. (India Times, India)
Exploring Origin of High IQ Oct 18, 2008
The origin of intelligence, whether from heredity, environment or both, remains an interesting part of the Intelligence Quotient (IQ) issue. This question has confounded scholars and mental health professionals since French psychologist Alfred Binet created the first IQ test in 1902 to identify children with learning disabilities. (Suite101.com)
Opinion: Shoo away the demons Oct 14, 2008
While schools and society restrict their definition of mental development to the grades and marks a child acquires, the emotional quotient of a child remains undeciphered. Else why would we have incidents of violence, suicides and pessimism involving bright young minds. (India Times, India)
Time to check hazards as parents unleash arsenal Oct 8, 2008
The US EPA says permethrin is highly toxic to aquatic life, finding that "public health, and down-the-drain scenarios modelled resulted in exceedances in the acute risk quotient for freshwater and estuarine fish, invertebrates, and sediment organisms". It poses a chronic risk to these species. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
ATL's Poprah breaks out on 'Diddy' Oct 6, 2008
The celebrity quotient dropped off markedly after that with Davis Mallory, formerly of Real World: Denver. Contributing: Rodney Ho and news services. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
AHA Says Depression Screening Must For Heart Patients Oct 3, 2008
Heart patients are usually vulnerable to a second adverse event that can prove disastrous in presence of depression given the emotional quotient involved in it. Hence by calling for routine screening of depression in heart patients, the AHA is trying to ensure that doctors do not neglect this important aspect of care. (News Locale)
VP Debate: The Biggest Shocker Oct 3, 2008
" The problem is simply that their innovative deregulated instruments and strategies--carefully protected by bipartisan mercenary lobbying--didn't work, producing a calamitous meltdown. Whether they knew this would happen or not doesn't matter. They "screwed up," as Rosenbaum says. Yet they're keeping the inflated paychecks, the lobbyists and (so far) their dominant place in the economic and social pecking order. Wouldn't hurt to humble them. ... 6:22 P.M. ___________________________ Moral:... (Slate)
FOXSexpert: The Vibrator - What's All the Buzz About? Sep 23, 2008
boost your eroticism quotient. promote mutual sexual and emotional satisfaction. (Fox News)
The Corruption of Jerry Rawlings Sep 20, 2008
But the politics of corruption perception is a daily Ghanaian political diet, informed by dramatic lifestyles of public officials in the face of poverty, and Rawlings, armed with more emotional intelligence than intelligence quotient, who has all along projected himself as Mr. Clean, knows how to dine in the corruption gourmet to his advantage in the face of weak intellectual attention to the corruption dilemma. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
At Ryder Cup, a favored defender and a happy underdog Sep 17, 2008
The Americans have certainly tried to increase their amusement quotient in recent years. The last American captain, Tom Lehman, built team spirit and goodwill, organizing group outings and reconnaissance missions and sounding all the right notes in the lead-up, only to get shellacked, 18 to 9 , by Montgomerie, Garc. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Barbra vs. Lady de Rothschild Sep 17, 2008
Meanwhile I think Obama would, overall, put a damper on world terrorism by automatically and at least temporarily lowering the planet's anti-Americanism quotient, translating into fewer radicalized recruits with less tacit support from their neighbors. (Even ). (Slate)
Allan MuirINSIDE THE NHL Sep 13, 2008
The hope of a return trip to the finals could just as easily be derailed by a change in Pittsburgh's intimidation quotient (so long, Georges Laraque, Jarkko Ruutu and Gary Roberts) and the loss of backup netminder Ty Conklin, arguably the team's MVP last season. and that doesn't even consider the three-to-five-month absence of injured blueliner Ryan Whitney. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
OPINION: Obama makes himself the issue Sep 13, 2008
The question now in many voters' minds is whether Obama's extra quotient of change - or the different direction that change will take - is worth the risk of electing him. Obama was wrong to invest so much in a Bush-McCain linkage. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Milwaukee fares poorly on 'best performing' list Sep 13, 2008
Milwaukee broke into the top 100 on the 5-year relative high-tech GDP growth (ranking 62nd) and high-tech GDP location quotient, a measure of high-tech concentration (ranking 87th). The top-performing city was Provo-Orem, Utah, with Detroit-Livonia-Dearborn at the bottom. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Buzz, TV and money are key indicators in U.S. election Sep 9, 2008
Look for the enthusiasm quotient. Prior to the Republican convention, every index of intensity favored Obama - party registration, primary turnout, crowds, volunteers. (International Herald Tribune)
Celeb dosage: Health or just wealth? Sep 6, 2008
The star with bulging muscles, perspiring heavily definitely ups the cool quotient when he smugly reveals the secret of his endless energy, as you quickly tuck the product away in your "must buy" list. And why not. (India Times, India)
New film guide touts Albuquerque to production companies Sep 5, 2008
It helps raise the cool quotient for the city, Lerner added. Put that magazine on the desks of Hollywood producers and they ll pay attention to it, she said, adding that the listings are open to anyone in New Mexico, not just Albuquerque vendors. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
At Venice film festival, a truly global line-up Aug 26, 2008
Billed as a dark comedy about two fitness trainers at a Washington gym who accidentally find themselves in possession of the explosive memoirs of a former CIA agent, the movie has a cast that includes George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand, John Malkovich and Tilda Swinton, promising a high star quotient on the opening night. On the eve of the festival, Venice's water-taxi drivers were threatening to go on strike for the duration of the event. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 23, 2008 Aug 24, 2008
QED wrote on Aug 23, 2008 11:11 AM:Biden certainly does nothing for the "Change" quotient, but he does continue the Lawyer Party model. And, Biden represents the Left (or Kennedy) wing of the Lawyer Party, as opposed to the more moderate (or Clinton) wing of the same Lawyer Party. (North County Times)
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The list is long. Most corporates understand that the emotional quotient in choosing movies as gift is high, the product is not inanimate and the level of customisation for the price is phenomenal. Everyone likes going to the movies and everyone has a favourite one, Gada sums up. (India Times)
Microsoft Taps Seinfeld As New Pitchman Aug 22, 2008
It's Microsoft's latest move to try to capture some of the cool quotient that rival has appeared to win so effortlessly. But for younger consumers especially, can Seinfeld turn the image tide for Microsoft. (CBS News)
Microsoft ads to give the laugh track a try Aug 22, 2008
It's Microsoft's latest move to try to capture some of the cool quotient rival has appeared to win. Microsoft, the world's biggest softwaremaker, is fighting to improve perceptions of Windows Vista, which have been harmed by early difficulties in using the software and the success of Apple's TV ads. (Chicago Tribune)
Housing Counsel: Selling Your Home May Be Tax Free Aug 14, 2008
If you are eligible for the partial exclusion -- either because you meet the safe harbor tests or get specific approval from the IRS -- this exclusion is equal to the number of days of use times the quotient of $500,000 divided by 730 days. Note that 730 days is 2 full years. (RealtyTimes)
You Docs: Happiness can't wait for later in life Aug 12, 2008
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Your views: On the campaign trail Aug 11, 2008
In observing Fred, one of the very best supervisors anywhere, and other state and national supervisors, I noticed the very best had a high LIA quotient -- that is, they had leadership, integrity and administrative ability ... No candidate for elections supervisor has a higher LIA quotient then J.B. Kump. (Florida Today)
Speaking of Infidelity ... Aug 9, 2008
Call it the Candidate-Campaign Consistency Quotient: the ability of the candidate to remain in line with the campaigns message. Judging from the past few weeks, John McCains CCCQ is low and trending downward. (Slate)
The storm within Aug 3, 2008
Our understanding of the real nature of rage is not helped by the media's habit of racking up the rage quotient in everyday events. A direct statement of annoyance will be called an outburst, no matter how coolly it is delivered. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Obama's Idol Status Overseas Jul 25, 2008
It is surely not because of the news quotient that the surge is working. What they gain can be debated, but what they earn the right to say during and after these trips seems quite baseless. (Townhall.com)
'At the Movies' saves its aisle seat, for now Jul 24, 2008
A higher style quotient could be attractive at a time when the more substantive jobs of newspaper and magazine film critics are disappearing, Gire said. "Even though we're not getting the authoritative voices out of the printed page, we're opening a whole new generation of young voices on the Internet who have a wide range," Gire says. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Young voices Jul 23, 2008
Then parents get blamed for their youngsters' lack of "emotional quotient" and their shortcomings on the "happiness index", while the experts change their opinions on how to raise children every minute. But what has gained little notice in this law, passed in October 2002, is a child's right "to express their opinions and have the right to have their opinions heard.". (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Reuters Canada Business Summary Jul 20, 2008
The world's largest retailer has been careful not to accentuate the fashion quotient in its clothing offerings this year ever since a disastrous push into more stylish gear in late 2005 alienated its core customers looking for basics. Citigroup $2. (ReportonBusiness.com)
Tatoo: Flaunt it but watch out Jul 20, 2008
While there are more than thousand ways to add to your "cool quotient", consensus on DU campus is that tattoos are one "cool stuff" worth flaunting. "It's like hundreds of tiny injections piercing my skin at the same time," says Mayank Matta, a first year college student, as an artist runs the tattoo machine over his forearm to carve out his name. (India Times, India)
Ex-coach finds her calling in CBA Jul 18, 2008
You would have to assume her hero-to-villain quotient is higher there than in central California. The real news, of course, is that the CBA is still alive somewhere. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Remembering Dr. DeBakey Jul 15, 2008
As an ordained minister in a faith tradition that has been performing services of union for gay and lesbian couples for nearly 30 years, I am glad to know that I am contributing to the nation's happiness quotient. (Please see "Missing link: gay marriage and national happiness?" Outlook, Saturday. (Houston Chronicle)
Why husband's IQ plummets Jul 15, 2008
Theresa - it s not that his IQ (intelligence quotient) plummets, it s that his PQ (penis quotient) improves. By momtoAlex. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
LETTERS: NCT, July 13, 2008 Jul 14, 2008
What is Arnolds Carbon Worthiness Quotient, Greenenergy. What is yours. (North County Times)
Rahul Vaidya wins Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar Jul 14, 2008
The music director duo Vishal-Shekhar and Bollywood Director/Choreographer Farah Khan were the esteemed judges for the show and Mandira Bedi joined the soiree, providing for the glam quotient, as the anchor of the show. All through its run, Clinic All Clear Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar has been through innumerable unforgettable moments. (Oneindia)
Studio featured on 'Queer Eye' ready to sell its shares Jul 13, 2008
The retailer's hipster quotient got a jet boost last year when the company was featured prominently as a home-decor source on the hit television series "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.". Last year the company reported sales of $81. (Yahoo News -- Queer Eye for the Straight Guy)
The world is a happier place Jul 13, 2008
Self-help gurus may want to take a bow here as contributors to the world's wellness quotient but the truth probably is that happiness isn't really a recent phenomenon. The H factor has been growing for centuries and it now looks as if this might be the best time to be a human. (India Times, India)
FoodCalc dishes out nutrition information Jul 8, 2008
Jonathan Guynn, owner of Peninsula Coffee Roaster & Deli in San Mateo, was one of Needham's first customers for Cooked Apple, the restaurant version of LabelCalc, aimed at analyzing prepared food and determining its healthiness quotient. "I agreed that my customers want more facts," Guynn said. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Richt musttoss the bad apples Jul 8, 2008
UGAg has to get their criminal quotient up to keep competing with the Gators. By DDawg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Earth-Friendly Fixes For Your Home Jul 3, 2008
The durability differences of pine vs. redwood, for example, don't make any difference in your green quotient if one wasn't harvested in a. "The key mistake is not taking a global view of what green building is," says Steve Thomas, a "resident" at Planet Green, a green educational media resource owned by the Discovery Channel. (Forbes)
Is McCain's War Record Sacrosanct? Jul 3, 2008
"Rural voters like to judge candidates up close and personal. The more they see of Obama, the less strange and foreign he will become. The acceptability quotient can shave a few percent off McCain's rural majorities, enabling rural people upset about the economy or Iraq or Bush to vote for Obama.". However uncomfortable, Obama needs to keep pressing his case, or else Republicans will do it for him. (Time.com)
Holding court Jun 30, 2008
When it comes to the role of basketball courts in the urban quality-of-life quotient, there are two major schools of thought: One is that they attract troublemaking youths. The other is that they keep youths out of trouble. (Boston Globe)
Abhisit: Govt telling lies Jun 28, 2008
" he said. Dr Malinee said there was medical evidence to confirm that his glaring at reporters and ordering cake and red cordial drinks like a child reflected a low IQ and low emotional quotient. She referred to Mr Samak's moody look prior to a luncheon with coalition partners early this month. Mr Samak countered by saying her medical licence should be reviewed. "It's the first time I've seen a doctor diagnose a patient on the floor of parliament. If I am crazy because I glare at reporters, then... (Bangkok Post)
General Mills, 3M rank high in Harris reputation survey Jun 24, 2008
Minnesota companies and are among America's favorites, according to the results of the ninth-annual Harris Interactive Reputation Quotient Survey, released today. The survey, which gauges the public's perceptions of corporate reputations, ranked the Golden Valley-based foods company and Maplewood-based 3M No. 4 and No. 7, respectively, among the highest-scoring companies. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
* [OTHER RELEASES] Jun 20, 2008
Part 2 ups the Tsex quotient, which is probably the only reason its getting a release here. The title betrays most of the plot. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Who says travelling by train is passe now? Jun 19, 2008
Both species have an inherent ability to attract all manner of Murphys Law moments and are basically saved by their cuteness quotient. Although I still havent mustered up the courage to travel with my six month old baby, I did ferry my two dogs from Kolkata to Delhi recently. (India Times)
Parents Magazine Names Uno Chicago Grill(R) a Best Bet Jun 18, 2008
For kids, Parents quizzed restaurants on their crayon quotient, since pre- and post-dinner coloring can be a fun diversion. Kids also want a variety of fun food on the menu. (PR Newswire)
Orlando's Aquatica and other splashy parks Jun 18, 2008
The two added that they thought the extra fee (starting at $150) for the shady cabanas, complete with ceiling fan, a mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks, comfy lounges, towels and " room service" was well worth the tab to lower the stress quotient even more. "Our stuff is safe and secure and there's a nice wait staff. They even swept up after us," said Shannon Perry. (CNN -- Travel)
Employers work past generation gaps Jun 8, 2008
"It is a phenomenon and a reality that medical students in this generation are considering careers that have a better lifestyle quotient than perhaps a generation or two ago would have been looking for," he said. "They would like, if possible, manageable working hours.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
