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Maryfield nosed out Baroness Thatcher to win the $250,000 Ballerina Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. Miscellany No Beckham, no chance for Galaxy Conor Casey and Colin Clark scored eight minutes apart in the first half to lift the host Colorado Rapids to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy, who were without David Beckham. (Boston Globe)
Tributes paid to journalist Deedes Aug 19, 2007
Baroness Thatcher knew Lord Deedes for more than 50 years and told the Telegraph he was a "dear friend" who would be greatly missed. "He managed to appeal to new generations just as effectively as he did to earlier ones," she said. (BBC News -- UK)
Brown leads tributes to Lord Deedes Aug 18, 2007
And former Premier Baroness Thatcher mourned the peer as a "close friend" for more than half a century, who had carved a "uniquely distinguished career" ... Much later, his close friendship with Sir Denis Thatcher, husband of Baroness Thatcher, inspired the long-running Dear Bill letters in the satirical magazine Private Eye. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
OVERDOSE DRAMA OF GIRL WHO HAD 14 CUPS OF ESPRESSO... Aug 14, 2007
MEL'S MUM SPEAKS OUT. Mel B's mother has denounced her daughter's second marriage as a mistake. (The Drudge Report)
Dream Rush up to the Test Aug 6, 2007
Boca Grande, under Julien Leparoux, rallied for second, a neck in front of Baroness Thatcher. She was followed in the order of finish by Sheets, High Again, Akronism, Debbie Got Even, Silver Knockers, Astor Park, Cotton Blossom, Down, and Time's Mistress. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Filly Dream Rush appears aptly named Aug 5, 2007
Besides Dream Rush, Baroness Thatcher, Appealing Zophie and Akronism have all shown early speed in the past. The question is, does anyone want to go with Dream Rush. (Albany Times Union)
Dream Rush wins Darley Test at Saratoga Aug 5, 2007
Baroness Thatcher was third, followed by Sheets. . (Albany Times Union)
Glasnost chic: Gorbachev bags ad deal with French firm Aug 4, 2007
Baroness Thatcher, the former UK prime minister, once remarked: "I like Mr Gorbachev. We can do business together.". SEE ALSO 03 Jun 07 | Europe 08 Jun 06 | Europe 11 Mar 05 | Europe. (BBC News -- Business)
Test: New owners aim high with Astor Park Aug 3, 2007
Others pointing to the Test include Akronism, Appealing Zophie, Baroness Thatcher, Boca Grande, Cotton Blossom, Dream Rush, High Again, Sheets, Silver Knockers, and Time's Mistress. Debbie Got Even and Shesa Little Flirt are possible. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Saratoga Barn Banter for August 1, 2007 Aug 2, 2007
Likely contenders are Akronism, Appealing Zophie, Astor Park, Baroness Thatcher, Cotton Blossom, Down, Dream Rush, High Again, Sheets, Silver Knockers and Times Mistress. . (FOX23 News, NY)
Thatcher Asked To Help Fight Evil Demons Jul 18, 2007
Mr Kostic wrote to Baroness Thatcher in 1985, saying: "I believe you are the only person in the free world who can save us from the bestial monsters. "I am sending a cheque to fight the evil wicked demons and satans, and I am fully at your disposal. " However the Tories' lawyer, Andrew Simmonds QC, said that although Mr Kostic suffered from a delusional disorder, it was not accepted that this made him incapable of making a proper will. Bookmark this page Social bookmarking allows users to save... (Sky News)
Conrad Black guilty of fraud Jul 14, 2007
Delivered just after 11am local time, the outcome ended a four-month trial and marked a final fall from grace for the press baron who once counted Baroness Thatcher, Princess Michael of Kent and Henry Kissinger amongst his friends. Patrick Fitzgerald, the US attorney who brought the case, said it showed "grave concern" about integrity at the highest echelons of multinationals which had arisen when firms such as Enron and WorldCom collapsed. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Black found guilty of raids Jul 14, 2007
The verdict completes the public disgrace of the Canadian-born peer, a friend of Baroness Thatcher who was elevated to the House of Lords by Tony Blair at the request of William Hague. The Conservative Party withdrew the whip from him last night, removing his right to sit as a Tory in the Lords. (The Australian)
Pletcher's Panty Raid wins American Oaks Jul 8, 2007
Baroness Thatcher, who finished third to Panty Raid in the Black-Eyed Susan at Pimlico in May, set the early pace. Pletcher's other entry, Audacious Chloe, chased Baroness Thatcher before fading to last ... Communique was fourth, followed by Japanese Oaks winner Robe Decollete, France-bred Just Little, Britain-bred Supposition and Baroness Thatcher in the race for 3-year-old fillies. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Panty Raid wins $750,000 at American Oaks Jul 8, 2007
Communique was fourth, followed by Robe Decollete, France-bred Just Little, Britain-bred Supposition and Baroness Thatcher in the race for 3-year-old fillies. Pletcher's other entry, Audacious Chloe, finished last. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
American Oaks Invitational Jul 7, 2007
American Oaks post time is approximately 4:30. Field, listed in post-position order. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
The Tin Man a go for American Cap Jun 26, 2007
The other domestic invitees are Audacious Chloe, Baroness Thatcher, and Mystic Soul. The European team includes Alexander Tango, Just Little, Lokaloka, Scatina, Sismix, and Supposition. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
How to be an ex-PM300,000 a year, faith foundations, lectures - what is next for Blair? Jun 24, 2007
Baroness Thatcher was not used to dealing with mundane matters. Blair's meeting with the Pope on Saturday is one key to what he plans to do. (BBC News -- UK)
American dreamTony Blair's many job opportunities in the US after he leaves office Jun 23, 2007
Spending time away from home will help him avoid the accusations of being a "back-seat driver" in government, which dogged Baroness Thatcher after she was forced out of Downing Street. Like his predecessor, Mr Blair will find that time in America can boost both his bank balance - and his ego. (BBC News -- Americas)
Cabinet bids Blair an emotional farewell Jun 22, 2007 Nation remembers the Falklands conflict Jun 18, 2007 Kill (Their) Bill Jun 18, 2007 Veterans mark Falklands conflict Jun 17, 2007 In full: Thatcher on Falklands Jun 17, 2007 Queen leads Falklands service Jun 17, 2007 Veterans To Mark Falklands 25th Anniversary Jun 17, 2007 Thatcher recalls 'Falklands spirit' Jun 16, 2007 Argentina vows Falklands return Jun 15, 2007 'The big day'Falklands war veterans 'complete the circle' on 25th anniversary Jun 15, 2007 Remembering the Falklands, 25 years on Jun 15, 2007 Web inventor gets Queen's honour Jun 14, 2007 Falkland Islands' liberation marked Jun 14, 2007 Preakness | Street Sense no sure thing in tough field May 19, 2007 Thatcher at unveiling of Falklands arch May 14, 2007 The weird world inside the Blairs' goldfish bowl May 13, 2007 Diana inquest to hear spy secrets May 12, 2007 Thatcher unveils Falklands memorial May 12, 2007 "All our hearts go out to the tormented parents of little Madeleine McCann" May 8, 2007 Thatcher at Falklands ceremony Apr 3, 2007 Blair: Falklands war 'the right thing' Mar 24, 2007 Iron Lady set to follow the Queen on screen Mar 23, 2007 Thatcher right over Falklands - PM Mar 23, 2007 Dame Vera marks 90th birthday Mar 21, 2007 Margaret Thatcher - the movie Mar 20, 2007 Fatal attraction of one powerful dame Mar 20, 2007 SA court drops coup plot charges Mar 11, 2007 Hotel and catering king Forte dies Mar 1, 2007 Faces of the week Feb 24, 2007 From Iron To Bronze Feb 22, 2007 Iron Lady is honoured in bronze Feb 22, 2007 Wooten: Bulldoze public housing Feb 16, 2007 - The 'new Kinsey' on what makes Britain tick sexually Feb 11, 2007 Horse racing Feb 10, 2007 Derby hype leaves gate with many possibilities Feb 10, 2007 Agoraphobic writer's surprise Costa win Feb 8, 2007 Faith and risk in the Cold War Jan 23, 2007 MPs back Nelson Mandela as their biggest political hero Jan 23, 2007 Look Who's The Biggest Hero For MPs Jan 23, 2007 The immigration reality show Jan 20, 2007 "Baroness Thatcher won three elections because she stood up for ordinary voters" Jan 16, 2007 Special needs are universal Jan 12, 2007 UPI Thoroughbred Racing Roundup Jan 8, 2007 Bai and Bai holds on at GGF Jan 7, 2007
Baroness Thatcher, who was in tears when she left Downing Street for the last time, told her final cabinet after they had stabbed her in the back: "It's a funny old world.". Mr Blair's final remark, 'This is the right moment to go", showed he was alive to the criticism of many Labour MPs that with the Iraq crisis, he has outstayed his welcome. Brown allies are concerned that his successor has precious little time to make an impact before Parliament rises for the summer recess. The reshuffle will... (Independent)
Falklands ceremony is too late for 'abandoned' veterans Jun 18, 2007
Among those at yesterday's commemorations were Prince Charles and the Duke of York, who served as a helicopter pilot in the Falklands, Tony Blair, Gordon Brown and Baroness Thatcher ... Yet the South Atlantic Medal Association, an aid group for the veterans, charges that successive governments, of whichever hue, including that of Baroness Thatcher, who arguably owed her political survival to the victorious war, of failing to look after the returning service personnel. (Independent)
The nation remembered the Falklands Conflict today as hundreds of veterans from the campaign came together to mark its 25th anniversary. Old servicemen who fought to liberate the South Atlantic islands from Argentina commemorated fallen comrades and the achievements of British troops during a major televised event. (Times Online)
As Baroness Thatcher memorably told the Gipper over two decades ago, this is no time to go wobbly. In the June 5 debate, former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee said of the war, it s not only the dog in the fight: it s the fight in the dog. (Human Events Online)
Other guests at Horse Guards Parade will include Prime Minister Tony Blair, Prince Charles, Chancellor Gordon Brown, Defence Secretary Des Browne and Baroness Thatcher, who was prime minister at the time of the conflict ... " The war ended on 14 June 1982, two-and-half-months after the UK territory was invaded by Argentina. Some 255 British servicemen, more than 650 Argentines and three islanders were killed in the 74-day conflict. Commemorations took place last week to mark the day the islands... (BBC News)
Baroness Thatcher, pictured visiting a Royal Navy museum on Tuesday Here is the full text of Baroness Thatcher's radio message to islanders and British forces to mark the 25th anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland Islands. I feel privileged, and very moved, in making this broadcast. (BBC News -- UK)
Former British Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher and Prime Minister Tony Blair attend a church service to mark the 25th anniversary of the end of the Falklands conflict, at the Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel, in Pangbourne, England, Thursday June 14, 2007. Argentinian forces surrendered on June 14 1982, to British forces sent to recapture the overseas British territory, following the invasion by Argentina in April of that year. (Seattle Post Intelligencer)
The guests in Horse Guards Parade this afternoon include the Duke of York, who was a veteran of the 1982 conflict, and Baroness Thatcher, Prime Minister at the time of the conflict. At the same time in the Falklands, islanders will be joined by the Earl of Wessex and Armed Forces minister Adam Ingram for a poignant service. (Sky News)
Baroness Thatcher has said that the battle for the Falklands 25 years ago had helped Britain draw 'hope and strength' in its present-day conflicts. The former Prime Minister was speaking in a radio message on Wednesday to British forces and people living on the islands on the anniversary of their liberation. (Metro)
War veterans were joined by the Queen, Prime Minister Tony Blair and Baroness Thatcher, who as the then prime minister dispatched a British naval task force to the Falklands. VIDEO AND AUDIO NEWS. (BBC News)
This year the Queen was represented by her son Prince Edward, the British government by the armed forces minister Adam Ingram, while Lord Parkinson, who was a member of the 1982 war cabinet stood in for the then prime minister, Baroness Thatcher. These people and some others were designated VIPs. (BBC News -- UK)
Baroness Thatcher, Cherie Blair and the Queen at the Falklands service ... A spokesman for Baroness Thatcher later said on her behalf: "It was a very moving day, the cairn ceremony in particular - lots of memories and seeing all the veterans was wonderful." But this was not just an occasion of remembrance of those lost. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Past recipients have included Florence Nightingale, Sir Winston Churchill, Bertrand Russell, Graham Greene, Sir Edward Elgar, Mother Teresa and Baroness Thatcher. SEE ALSO 02 Nov 06 | Technology 23 May 06 | Technology 01 Nov 06 | Technology 05 Aug 06 | Technology 28 Jan 05 | UK 09 Aug 05 | Technology 16 Jul 04 | Technology. (BBC News)
Islanders will mark the day with the Earl of Wessex and key players from the 1982 conflict while the Queen, Tony Blair and former Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher will join veterans and bereaved relatives in the UK. ... Meanwhile The Queen, Tony Blair and Baroness Thatcher will attend a service at the Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel, in the grounds of Pangbourne College, near Reading in Berkshire. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Panty Raid charged to victory in the Black-Eyed Susan, providing jockey Edgar Prado with an anxious moment before outdistancing Baroness Thatcher and Winning Point to win by a length at Pimlico ... Winning Point edged Baroness Thatcher by a neck for third. (Seattle Times)
Baroness Thatcher met Falklands veterans and unveiled a commemorative arch yesterday to mark the 25th anniversary of the conflict. She was Prime Minister when Argentina invaded the islands in 1982. (The Observer)
And yet, in contrast to his most distinguished recent predecessor, Baroness Thatcher, who was modest to the point of boring in the way she spent her leisure time, the Blairs gravitated towards new-age lifestyle coaches, clairvoyants and fading pop stars, with often farcical results. A defining image of the era is the picture taken for a Marie Claire photoshoot in 2003 showing Cherie Blair sitting passively on her bed in Downing Street as Carole Caplin, lifestyle guru, personal shopper and best... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Baroness Thatcher met Falkland veterans and unveiled a commemorativ ... Baroness Thatcher is unveiling a commemorative arch to mark the 25t. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
Baroness Thatcher met Falkland veterans and unveiled a commemorative arch in Hampshire on Saturday to mark the 25th anniversary of the conflict ... Baroness Thatcher listened keenly as Falkland veteran, former chief petty officer Derek Kimber, told the crowd: "The British nation has always been slow to anger and respond but in the course of 1982 we had no other choice but to either bow down to a bullying regime or stand and fight.". (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
NEW French President Nicolas Sarkozy is hailed or condemned, depending on your politics as a fan of Baroness Thatcher. He aims to take a leaf out of her book by tackling unions, reforming the cushy welfare state and putting millions back to work. (The Sun Newspaper Online, UK -- News)
Baroness Thatcher remained silent throughout the ceremony. Former Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher has attended a private ceremony at St Paul's Cathedral to mark the 25th anniversary of the Falklands invasion ... " Mr Blair presented the ex-servicemen - from the Scots Guards and Royal Navy - with veterans' badges and certificates Mr Blair met veterans on board HMS Liverpool HMS Liverpool, a Type 42 destroyer, has just undergone a three-month refit and is set to return to active duty. Among those... (BBC News -- UK)
Speaking as the 25th anniversary of the conflict approaches, the prime minister backed Baroness Thatcher's stance ... Baroness Thatcher is marking the start of the war by meeting the former members of an air crew who bombed Port Stanley during the 74-day war. (ePolitix)
Meryl Streep, Helen Mirren, er, June Whitfield. " She performed the part so well that I would wholeheartedly suggest that she be cast as Mrs. Thatcher in the biopic.Kathryn N. Allan, Nantwich, CheshireMaxine Peak would be able to play both the young and older Thatcher.david rayfield, london, england No one has been better than Patricia Hodge in "The Falklands" She was Lady Thatcher. I love Meryl Streep what ever she does. BUT.donald a_ bagley, dublin county, IrelandStephen FryKen Tuohy,... (Times Online)
Baroness Thatcher herself is on Friday marking the milestone by meeting members of an air crew she sent to bomb Port Stanley airfield during the war. She will meet eight ex-RAF flyers who took part in the famous Black Buck missions during a tour of the Bruntingthorpe airfield hangar in Leicestershire, when she will also see a Vulcan bomber flown in the conflict, which is currently being restored. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Other guests, including Baroness Thatcher, then joined in to sing Happy Birthday. Quite daunting. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Former British Prime Minister, now Baroness Thatcher, speaking at the annual Conservative party conference in Bournemouth, 1996 ... Former British Prime Minister, now Baroness Thatcher, speaking at the annual Conservative party conference in Bournemouth, 1996 ... Former British Prime Minister, now Baroness Thatcher, speaking at the annual Conservative party conference in Bournemouth, 1996. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Before the Falklands War, the now Baroness Thatcher was deeply unpopular in Britain and it was widely predicted she would lose the next election ... Iron will … Baroness Thatcher in the guise of Sharon Stone ... Iron will … Baroness Thatcher in the guise of Sharon Stone. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Sir Mark Thatcher, son of former UK Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher, was fined and received a suspended sentence in South Africa for his involvement in the affair. Twenty-three other suspected mercenaries have been convicted in Equatorial Guinea in connection with the coup plot. (Yahoo News -- South Africa)
He was made a life peer in 1982 and was much praised by Baroness Thatcher, who would frequently describe him as a perfect example of free enterprise in that he had built his business up from scratch. Pope Pious XII gave him the Papal Medal and he always retained his connections with Italy, although his hobbies. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Baroness Thatcher herself commented, "I might have preferred iron, but bronze will do.". PRINCE HARRY. (BBC News -- UK)
Baroness Thatcher's statue ... Baroness Thatcher, one of Britain's most controversial public figures of recent times, is set to remain at the heart of British politics forever. (Sky News)
Baroness Thatcher has become the first living ex-prime minister to be honoured with a statue in the House of Commons ... Baroness Thatcher, 81, said it was "an honour", adding: "I may be made of iron but bronze will do." ... At Wednesday's unveiling, Baroness Thatcher, who officially gave up public speaking in 2002 because of ill health, said: "I might have preferred iron - but bronze will do. "It won't rust. (BBC News)
The free world owes Baroness Thatcher a huge debt of gratitude that even surpasses that owed to Sir Ronald Reagan (PBUH) ... The free world owes Baroness Thatcher a huge debt of gratitude that even surpasses that owed to Sir Ronald Reagan (PBUH) ... if that s the best you can throw at Baroness Thatcher you re one sad fecker. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
One man confesses to his long-held wish to 'bind both the Queen and Baroness Thatcher with ropes and then make love to each woman in turn. Some are deeply disturbing - a woman whose parents perished in the Holocaust who has always become aroused by the thought of SS officers in jackboots. (Guardian Unlimited)
Baroness Thatcher, coming off a win in the Santa Ysabel Stakes, will break from the rail and could go off as the tepid post-time favorite. Also, several Derby preps are set for today. (Kentucky.com, KY -- Sports)
Cash Included, winner of the Oak Leaf Stakes at Santa Anita last fall before finishing fifth behind Dreaming of Anna in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, Jump On In and Baroness Thatcher are the most-fancied runners in a field of nine for the Las Virgenes. Rahy's Appeal, second in the Grade II San Gorgonio on Jan. 7, switches from turf to dirt and figures to attract major attention in the Santa Maria. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
But the 10-strong judging panel, including chairman Armando Iannucci, broadcasters Kate Adie and Clive Anderson, and Carol Thatcher, daughter of Baroness Thatcher, took little more than an hour to pick The Tenderness of Wolves. The 10-strong panel decided by a two-thirds majority after taking just one vote. (Telegraph.co.uk)
O'Sullivan's Cold War, spent in part advising British prime minister Margaret Thatcher (now Baroness Thatcher), was strange, even miraculous. Who could have predicted that a broken-down movie. (Asia Times Online)
Baroness Thatcher was the top choice among the Conservatives as a whole. Cuba's communist leader Fidel Castro - who is understood to be gravely ill - got the backing of another, Labour, MP.. (BBC News -- UK)
Among Tories, Baroness Thatcher came top. Lacking on the 'hero' front, though, was present Tory leader David Cameron, who managed the support of just a single Conservative MP.. (Sky News)
1] Former prime minister Margaret Thatcher, now Baroness Thatcher, can claim much of the credit for this, as her obstinate dismantling of Britain's nationalized industries sowed the seeds of the country's transition. A similar process has been afoot in the United States, although the key driver for change was the market, rather than government forces. (Asia Times Online)
Baroness Thatcher won three elections because millions believed she stood up for ordinary voters ... They won three elections by deliberately accepting and adapting much of what Baroness Thatcher achieved. (The Sun Newspaper Online, UK -- News)
Unsurprisingly Baroness Thatcher and Mr Benn are well ahead in the online poll, the ghosts of politics past conjured up to shadow-box for the wrinkly Right and Left. There are no especially heroic political figures these days. (TimesOnline)
-0- In weekend racing for 3-year-old fillies: -- Baroness Thatcher stalked the early pace in Saturday's $100,000 Santa Ysabel Stakes at Santa Anita, came to the leaders three-wide turning for home and advanced steadily to win by 1/2 length over Runaway Rosie ... Baroness Thatcher, a Kentucky-bred daughter of Johannesburg out of the Gulch mare Natkeeta, ran 1 1/16 mile on a fast track in 1:44. (Washington Times, DC)
Also at Santa Anita, Baroness Thatcher ($8. 60) out-finished Runway Rosie by a half-length to win the Grade 3, $108,200 Santa Ysabel Stakes for 3-year-old fillies. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
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