New mobile mammography unit takes screenings to where women work Nov 16, 2008
The program will target elderly people in Iowa as well as the poor, Native American and Hmong populations in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Nationally, for every 1,000 mammograms, doctors find six breast cancers, Jago said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Is it really a case of PPI or bust for borrowers? Nov 16, 2008
You are not currently assessed on how risky your personal situation is, but this could be about to change as some ASU providers are said to be withdrawing their products with a view to repricing and risk evaluation. But many financial advisers urge consumers to look at another solution. (Independent)
Chinese Banks Face Increasing Bad Loans, Narrowing Margins, Regulator Says Nov 15, 2008
the nation's second-largest, said Nov. 13 it will increase its full-year lending target by as much as 50 billion yuan in response to the government's economic stimulus plan. Lending will focus on railways, roads and airport construction as well as the real estate industry. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 14, 2008 Nov 15, 2008
" Now replace the word Jews, with illegals, and the word Alabama change to U.S. It sounds alot like the Minutemen and their supporters. You're right, history repeats itself. We always have to find an enemy to hate and make our miserable lives better. Ms M wrote on Nov 14, 2008 9:48 AM:Sarahs Friend[-] wrote on Nov 14, 2008 12:48 AM: This includes the lie that Palin thought Africa was a country. Some of you posting to this site were citing this as a reason that Palin was not very bright....um I... (North County Times)
African Copper-Third Quarter 2008 Financial Statements and Management Discussion and Analysis Nov 15, 2008
However, the commissioning delays continued for longer than anticipated and as a result management has revised its 2008 production target to approximately 1,500 tonnes of copper in concentrate ... This report will provide additional targets to explore around the Thakadu Deposit. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Deepwell Announces Financial Results for the Three Months and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 Nov 15, 2008
16 million was recorded, based on an impairment evaluation at quarter end. - A loss of $7. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Editor's Mailbag (Nov. 13) (15) Nov 14, 2008
Now all the bloggers and floggers on the Internet can get back to their second-favorite target, Wal-Mart. For as many years as I ve had access to the Internet, I ve seen the venom from various factions trying to tell anyone who will listen how evil Wal-Mart is. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
That Palin hoax Nov 14, 2008
The firm will pursue targeted acquisitions among consumer banks, Co-President James Gorman said ... Wooten, the truth really is that Palin would not be such an easy target, if the accusations were not mostly true ... Wooten, the truth really is that Palin would not be such an easy target, if the accusations were not mostly true. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pawlenty paints picture for GOP Nov 14, 2008
Will moderate Democrats be the next target. Or is it just possible that the reports of the Republican demise is exagerated. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ivernia Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Nov 14, 2008
When operations resume and target production levels are achieved the mine is expected to be a significant pure lead producer accounting for approximately 2% of the total world lead mine production ... All statements included in this document (other than statements of historical facts) which address activities, events or developments that management anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements, including statements as to the following: the duration of the suspension... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
The Split Bridge that divides Sydney Nov 14, 2008
The silvertails since the 1970s, when the club was cashed up, Manly's relatively prosperous and blue-ribbon northern beach supporters remain targets of ridicule and resentment for the "fibros" from Sydney's sprawling western suburbs ... A resident, Anne Carroll, says the North Shore railway line, combined with Ku-ring-gai's leafy, spacious suburbs and the area's blue-ribbon voting, made for an easy target. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
David Brooks: Bailout to nowhere Nov 14, 2008
They faded and were replaced by new companies with names like Microsoft, Southwest Airlines and Target. The United States became famous for this pattern of decay and new growth. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Conseco Completes Transfer of Senior Health Insurance Company of Pennsylvania to Independent Trust Nov 13, 2008
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WANT SOME GOVERNMENT MONEY? APPLY NOW! Nov 13, 2008
Give me a break, start placing blame where it should be not on the easiest target ... Recently I was laid off from my crappy job and I can't even get Target to hire me ... Once they get through with their target/enemy anyone that is not aware of their tactics will believe that some kind of crime had been committed. (The Drudge Report)
Urodynamix and Pfizer Inc. Launch Promotional Program in Boston Nov 13, 2008
In Boston, Dr. Alexis Te, MD, Associate Professor of Urology at Cornell University will introduce Urodynamix's uroNIRS(TM) technology, a non-invasive medical device that uses near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) for the functional evaluation of the bladder to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Dr. Te will discuss the results of his work using NIRS over the past six months in addition to previous published research. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Ken Griffey, Jr. Named New Spokesperson for Power Ice(R) Nov 13, 2008
Griffey is sure to have a positive impact on Power Ice's target market being that he embodies a life of extraordinary health, nutritional balance and commitment to worthwhile causes. For one of his first actions as spokesperson, Ken Griffey, Jr. recently shot a 30 second television spot for IBG highlighting the health benefits of Power Ice. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
More Company Benefits Come Under the Knife Nov 13, 2008
That's why benefits are the next big target. For every employee who makes $75,000, a company typically spends $30,000 more in benefits. (Time.com)
March of Dimes: Premature births on rise Nov 13, 2008
On Wednesday, March of Dimes officials said the 2010 target won't be reached. They have extended the timeline for reaching the goal to 2020, said Gayle White, who heads the program services committee of the group's local arm. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Advice for the president-elect Nov 12, 2008
fed up taxpayer wrote on Nov 9, 2008 9:40 AM:" Ted, i apologize for saying you worked for 3M. there was a Chronicle article years ago that lead me to beieve you did. i am sorry. however, why should they get breaks and not the average joe plumber in dekalb. also, I noticed that you only target the school distirct for spending and yet the city of dekalb is the one that keeps having tax increases and incompetent staff, hiring tons of consultants, etc. Why no mention of the City? just curious. No... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Water district expenses show $138,000 over budget Nov 12, 2008
It is a little more specific so that is the area we will target first so we can initiate a permit with P & L (Paducah and Loisville) Railroad. Article Rating. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
College of Dentristy offers free evaluation for anyone Nov 12, 2008
The Ohio State College of Dentistry is holding a board screening open house today, where those in attendance will receive two free dental X-rays, an oral cancer screening exam and an evaluation for possible additional free treatments ... Participants of the evaluation must be at least 18 years old and in general good health. (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Slowdown shows up in macro numbers Nov 12, 2008
The finance ministry had targeted a collection of Rs 1,36,610 crore in excise duty in the current fiscal ... 3% to meet this target. (Economic Times)
Braves losing patience in Peavy watch Nov 12, 2008
If that does take Ludwick out of the mix, what would be some other potential targets for LF ... Don t forget a name often mentioned here, Matt Cain, as another potential Braves target ... DOB Which of the 3 most commonly mentioned Braves SP FA targets (Burnett,Dempster, Lowe)would the Braves most like to have. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Blood Pressure Gap Leads to 8,000 Black Deaths Nov 11, 2008
"It's very clear we need to target our efforts to differences in" how well patients follow medical advice, said Satcher, who is now an administrator at Atlanta's Morehouse School of Medicine. Share. (Fox News)
Helen Clark replaced as NZ Labour leader Nov 11, 2008
Already the target of two assassination plots, Obama's security has been enhanced. US elections. (Times Online)
Wall Street falls, unable to shake economic woes Nov 11, 2008
The report did not name a potential target. Shares of the bank fell 50 cents to $11. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Indian government debt puts it in tight corner Nov 11, 2008
5 percent target, leaving the giant emerging economy with little leeway to ramp up spending ... "With the fiscal deficit all set to expand beyond the budgeted target for 2008/09 there is hardly any room for further fiscal stimulus to pump prime the economy," said D.K. Joshi, principal economist at the ratings agency Crisil. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
14 comments Nov 11, 2008
His campaign outspent McCain's vastly on ads and organization in target states. That probably switched 1 percent or 2 percent of the vote in five key states -- Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio and Indiana -- which meant that Obama won a solid 364 electoral votes rather than a Bush-like thin majority of 278. (Human Events Online)
Hill Democrats Critical Of Bush's Budget Plan Nov 11, 2008
Administration officials dispatched to Capitol Hill to defend President Bush's budget received a frosty reception yesterday from congressional Democrats, who argued that the president's proposal to target health care, education and other Democratic priorities suggests a White House more interested in scoring political points than in genuine compromise ... Democrats also panned the president's proposals to stop enrolling childless adults in the program and to provide less federal matching money... (Yahoo News -- U.S. Budget)
Election -- 2nd Congressional District race Nov 11, 2008
The Obama tax cuts target 95 percent of the population. The Obama tax cuts will benefit far more Americans then it will hurt. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Gene linked to MS Nov 10, 2008
If so, the variant could become a target for drug therapies, he said. The next step is to design clinical trials that will test the presence of the variant in both sub-groups of MS sufferers those with the one-off episode of the disease and those with the degenerative form. (iAfrica.com)
Now comes the hard part for Barack Obama Nov 9, 2008
Canada started with one square city block of houses, patiently knitting together a wide range of welfare, health and education programmes to transform the environment and prospects for children living in the target area ... Already the target of two assassination plots, Obama's security has been enhanced. (Times Online)
Future uncertain Nov 9, 2008
Jim Pederson, the multimillionaire former Arizona Democratic Party chairman who made an aggressive but unsuccessful run against Kyl in 2006, could target the seat if Napolitano does not. McCain may find over the next two years that life in a Senate tightly controlled by Democrats is no fun. (AZCentral -- News)
Police target dangerous drivers at BC intersections Nov 8, 2008
Police target dangerous drivers at B.C. intersections ... Police target dangerous drivers at B.C. intersections ... "Provincewide, the police will be targeting drivers that choose to exhibit these dangerous behaviours," Gaumont said. (CBC.ca)
Physicians trying new things to boost slumping revenue Nov 8, 2008
And even though their new services target cash and usually more affluent patients, Shoemaker and Fatzinger both acknowledged some anxiety about launching a practice for elective procedures during an economic downturn that has more consumers holding tight to their money ... Search for Jobs powered by onTargetJobs. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Dental mobile unit draws local concern Nov 8, 2008
During the meeting, the board also reviewed its own self-evaluation, which indicated more communication with the superintendent is needed ... Conducted first readings of policies for the Evaluation of School Board/Board Self Evaluation, and Bidding /Purchasing Procedures. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
FDA Establishes Target Action Date of April 17, 2009 for Potential Approval of Discovery Labs' Surfaxin(r) Nov 8, 2008
The FDA has designated the Complete Response as a Class 2 resubmission and has established April 17, 2009 as its target action date under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) to complete its review and potentially grant marketing approval for Surfaxin ... The U.S. FDA has established April 17, 2009 as its target date to complete its review of this new drug application (NDA) and potentially grant marketing approval for this product. (Primezone Releases)
Mass. a model of healthcare reform, hurdles Nov 7, 2008
He said that lawmakers are more likely to initially choose smaller pieces to target first, such as expanding the State Children's Health Insurance Program, known as SCHIP, which subsidizes insurance to millions of low-income children. Massachusetts' path toward near-universal healthcare - roughly 97 percent of the state's residents are now covered - featured many delicate negotiations and hit many potholes before leaders struck an agreement among businesses, health insurers, healthcare... (Boston Globe)
OneBeacon Professional Partners Introduces New Realtors Professional Liability Solution Nov 7, 2008
"We can now provide coverage for small to midsize independently owned and operated real estate agencies providing services to third parties. Additionally, we will target real estate professionals performing residential and commercial sales, leasing and property management transactions." The Realtors Errors and Omissions product offers a number of specialized protections and features, including a broad definition of covered professional services; a definition of insured that includes independent... (PR Newswire)
Medical tourism causes complications Nov 7, 2008
Despite spending more on health care than any other industrialized nation, the United States in 2000 ranked 37th in the World Health Organization's evaluation of health care systems around the globe. Reforming domestic health care was a big issue in the US presidential campaign, yet a growing number of Americans and insurance providers are turning to international solutions. (Asia Times Online)
How health coverage may change under Obama Nov 7, 2008
While McCain proposed to eliminate the tax exclusion for everyone, Obama along with a Democratic Congress would be more likely to impose a cap on the amount not subject to taxes to better target people receiving the most benefits. "What better way to fund the plan than get the people with the most deluxe health-care policies not to be all tax-free?" he said. (MarketWatch)
Schools target lean budgets Nov 7, 2008
Looking ahead, Brandmeyer targeted a Jan. 8 meeting for a final budget discussion and School Committee vote, but added the vote could come earlier or later as necessary. However long it takes, Brandmeyer stressed the importance of good communication with the public throughout the budget process. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Iowa goes for Obama again writeLink("vid_id=1314&file=democratselection.flv"); Nov 7, 2008
The Obama campaign narrowed its target in early voting efforts to sporadic voters --- those who voted in none or one of the last three elections. The campaign encouraged those voters to cast ballots ahead of Election Day --- either at satellite locations, local election offices or by mail. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Editorial: Foreclosure plan largely on target Nov 7, 2008
California Credit Union League. Web search powered by YAHOO. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Eating, observing, waiting for Peavy deal Nov 7, 2008
Raul Ibanez as a target for LF anything on that ... Any idea who the Braves might target to play short should they move Esco ... But it gives you some idea of what he ll be asking for, which at his age and with his health issues, would make probably make him highly unlikely target for Braves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Kill the competition: Cut kept ... year of pain ... Buffett on board Nov 7, 2008
Discount retail chain Target fell 6 per cent, mid-priced department store chain J.C. Penney fell 1. 5 per cent and luxury retailer Saks fell 5. (Times Online)
CDC Corporation Reports Record Adjusted EBITDA From Continuing Operations for the Third Quarter of 2008 Nov 7, 2008
In 2006, it was chosen as the first company to host Google's Video Adsense which serves video ads targeted at China's English-speaking audience ... coms business and the factors influencing it, our beliefs regarding the value of our stock, our beliefs regarding future and continued improvement in our profitability, our beliefs regarding the composition of our revenues and the recurring or non-recurring nature thereof, our beliefs regarding the ability of our products to perform well in... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shaken Manulife goes to banks for loan Nov 7, 2008
The changes put Manulife's capital levels at the high end of its target range, but not at a level the insurer would be comfortable with if markets continued to drop, he said in the interview: "We wanted to be well capitalized beyond anybody's doubts." ... That's above its target range of 180 to 200 per cent, and the regulatory minimum of 150 per cent. ... Mr. D'Alessandro said the firm could withstand a drop of 25 to 30 per cent in global equity markets from today before touching its target... (Globe and Mail)
Bush Administration Works Toward Foreclosure ... Nov 6, 2008
The FDIC plan would target up to 3 million homeowners struggling with mortgage payments and facing foreclosure, providing government loan guarantees in some form on up to $500 billion to $600 billion in subprime and other mortgages--which could cost taxpayer billions in losses if homeowners end up defaulting. Sources say the FDIC estimates losses as high as $50 billion a price tag that may lead thei White House to approve a scaled down version of the FDIC plan. (Fox News)
Sentinel Morning Update: Residents reflect on historic election Nov 6, 2008
One major target of the move is the Miracle Mile, a high-truck traffic stretch of Route 11 between the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Interstate 81. Its like Sherman is marching through Middlesex, said board Chairman Victor Stabile. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Other issues Nov 6, 2008
To combat global warming, Obama has aggressive targets to cut carbon-dioxide emissions from power plants, oil companies and other industries ... Kyle Danish, a partner at Van Ness Feldman, a law and policy firm, expects Obama to stick to his target, noting other nations are seeking a significant U.S. commitment. (USA Today -- Money)
Burn baby burn! Nov 5, 2008
You can use other workouts to target different areas of fitness (like endurance) and allow your body to recover. Some examples of high intensity workouts. (iAfrica.com)
S.F. budget faces larger shortfall than thought Nov 5, 2008
"It's clearly too large a target to be talking about this program stopping or that program stopping," he said. "What we are spending the week doing is trying to envision what a health department would look like that required significantly less money.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Statehouse Roundup -- Fallout from a senator Nov 5, 2008
The consistently quotable Frank last week increasingly served as a target for the McCain/Palin campaign, with his calls for new taxes and reduced military spending. Loading commenting interface. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Flag-waving gunman closes Calif. highway for hours Nov 4, 2008
Pfleging said Van Tassel will receive a mental health evaluation. There was no listing for Van Tassel. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Armed veteran halts highway traffic, gives up Nov 4, 2008
Pfleging said Van Tassel would receive a mental health evaluation. Police also arrested a second man, Aaron Jacob Levy, 33, of Santa Barbara. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Remember 2004? It ain't over. Nov 4, 2008
In explaining the 2003 American invasion of Iraq, Mr. Khalidi pointed to a favorite target of left-wing academics, neoconservative government policy makers and their connections to Israel. He wrote. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
* FEATURE: Having to choose life or lifes savings Nov 4, 2008
BREAST CANCER: A patient, doctor and anti-cancer activist say target-therapy drugs are expensive but cost-effective in the long run if used to fight early stage cancer By Shelley Huang STAFF REPORTER Tuesday, Nov 04, 2008, Page 2. When 55-year-old Chiu was diagnosed with breast cancer last September, she was told that after undergoing surgery and chemotherapy, she could better battle a reoccurrence of the cancer by taking a new target-therapy drug called Herceptin ... Breast cancer is the only... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 3, 2008 Nov 4, 2008
sdraoul wrote on Nov 3, 2008 9:52 AM:Poor raoul" leaves much on the field doesn't he?If McCain wins PA, he wins for he will undoubtedly win Ohio and Florida.The rule of thumb is who wins two of three states (Florida, Texas and California) wins the election because the math is there.It is possible that if McCain wins Florida he may still lose but not if he carried Ohio, PA and Florida.If Obama loses we will be blamed as flaming racists and that's OK, because we who are for McCain recognize that... (North County Times)
Staying With Grandma Means Fewer Boo-Boos Nov 4, 2008
Bishai and colleagues analyzed data from the National Evaluation of the Healthy Steps for Young Children Program, which includes information on over 5,500 newborns who were followed for nearly three years. The results are published in the November 2008 issue of Pediatrics. (KCRA 3, CA)
On the issues: John McCain Nov 4, 2008
McCain's tax plan is designed to protect small businesses and entrepreneurs by maintaining a 35 percent top tax rate and phasing out alternative minimum taxation, a 1969 system designed to target corporations exploiting tax loopholes to vastly reduce their dues. Page 1 of 2. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Discovery Labs Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Nov 4, 2008
Per the FDA guidelines the Company originally anticipated receiving notification by October 31, 2008 regarding the target action date and review classification of the Complete Response for potential approval of Surfaxin. As of the close of business on November 3, the Company had not yet received any such notification from the FDA. * In September 2008, the Company announced initiation of a Phase 2a clinical trial to investigate the Company's KL-4 surfactant as a treatment for patients with Cystic... (Primezone Releases)
Emageon to pay outgoing CEO $1.2M Nov 4, 2008
Jett will receive a lump some of $1,235,000, which is equal to his current monthly base salary, plus a portion of his target annual bonus for the year of termination ... Search for Jobs powered by onTargetJobs. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
AARP questioned on health plans Nov 3, 2008
"It's especially alarming when the marketer is a big-time advocate for health security and the target market is under- and uninsured Americans." ... The AARP plans cost about $133 to $466 a month and target people ages 50 to 64. (USA Today -- News)
Army Faces New Battle With Health Care Nov 3, 2008
Army leaders are putting in place stricter screening procedures to stem the flood of patients overwhelming the units - a move that eventually will target some for closure. According to interviews and data provided to the AP, the number of patients admitted to the 36 Warrior Transition Units and nine other community-based units jumped from about 5,000 in June 2007, when they began, to a peak of nearly 12,500 in June 200 00003446 8. (CBS News -- US)
