LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 10, 2008 Nov 11, 2008
"They pay no school fees, receive gifts on Father's Day & after graduation their university education is paid for. The other students & teachers treat them with respect as living symbols of martyrdom.". When Baer asked the teacher why martyrdom is so important to Shia Islam he was told "It is the heart of our religion.". (North County Times)
Fifty snakes caught in 50th event (13) Nov 9, 2008
Among other things, they promoted their upcoming fishing derby this Father's Day at the VFW in Liberty. Music by the Burnan Hills band entertained those who were eating at the large food area. (Wellsboro Gazette, PA)
Priest Edmund John Haines, of Meredith, jailed on child sex counts Nov 4, 2008
Haines presided over the funerals of Farquharson brothers Jai, 10, Tyler, 7, and Bailey, 2, who were killed when their father, Robert, drove the family car into a farm dam after an access visit on Father's Day 2005 in a horrific act of revenge against his ex-wife. Haines was sentenced as a serious sexual offender. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
'How I Met Your Mother' Nov 3, 2008
Other episodes will feature Not a Father's Day, a new holiday created by Barney, and a first-date maneuver, The Naked Man, that calls for taking your clothes off when your date leaves the room "and just seeing what happens," Thomas says. There's another question about Mom and the series: how she'll be introduced. (USA Today)
Halloween is big business Oct 31, 2008
"Halloween retail spending will rise to $66.54 per person from $64.82 per person last year, with 64.5 percent of Americans planning to celebrate, up from 58.7 percent last year, according to the National Retail Foundation. Its estimate for spending: Nearly $5.8 billion.And although Halloween retail sales trail Christmas and Thanksgiving, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Easter and Father's Day, it still all adds up to what experts call a marketing dream, even in a dark economy."Halloween is a... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Top 5 Halloween myths debunked Oct 31, 2008
In fact, The National Retail Foundation ranks it sixth overall, behind Father's Day, Easter, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and the winter holidays. So, as for the pumpkin-happy holiday offsetting the Dow Jones from its financial debacle, don't count on it. (Yahoo News)
Local literati rate candidates' reading lists Oct 31, 2008
Having just suffered under the leadership of a man whose oedipal problems with his father led to the loss of hundreds of billions of dollars, and thousands of lost lives, one hopes that Obama, who gave the Father's Day speech in which he scolded black men, doesn't have the same issues with his. Gary Snyder, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, essayist and lecturer. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Well Worth the Sacrifices Oct 22, 2008
You have an excuse to keep reading the 'Adventures of Piglet and Pooh'; watch Saturday morning cartoons, and Disney movies; wish on stars; you get to frame rainbows, hearts and flowers under refrigerator magnets and collect spray-painted noodle wreaths for Christmas, handprints set in clay on Mother's Day and cards with backward letters for Father's Day. "For $160,140, there is no greater bang for your buck. You get to be a hero for retrieving a Frisbee; taking the training wheels off a bike;... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Breast cancer benefit walk lifts lots of spirits Oct 22, 2008
Family members of the late Stephanie Beaudoin, who died in a boating accident on Lake Winnipesaukee on Father's Day, came bearing shirts that said, "Laconia Clinic, walking with Stephanie.". DONNA WATSON of Franklin a member of Inferno Cheer and Dance Center gets tossed into the air during a performance that was part of the annual Greater Lakes Region Making Strides Against Breast Cancer that was in front of Laconia City Hall. (Laconia Citizen)
Horror movie poster collector throws himself into hobby Oct 21, 2008
It was a lobby card from "The Invisible Man," purchased by his wife who asked this Father's Day question: "What do you buy the man who has everything?". That was in 2001. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Happy Birthday to John Wooden Oct 15, 2008
1974 -- California "Grandfather of the Year" Award by National Father's Day Committee. 1975 -- California Sports Father of the Year Award. (Uclabruins.com)
Bligh says Springborg not up to 24/7 job Oct 3, 2008
It also outlined Mr Springborg's busy weekend schedule for the past month in which he took only two days off, for Father's Day and his daughter's 16th birthday. "Which of these days did Anna Bligh, a mother, think Mr Springborg should not be at home for?" the statement said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Summer Resorts Oct 3, 2008
Special events, with movies, music and entertainment, for Father's Day (June 16-18), Independence Day (June 30-July 3), monsoons (Aug. 18-19) and Labor Day (Sept. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Summer Festivals Oct 3, 2008
Father's Day Starfest. Where: Lowell Observatory, 1400 W. Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Travel)
The Death of Policy Sep 24, 2008
Obama endorsed the outlines of Bush's faith-based agenda and stated in a Father's Day speech at an African-American church: "We need (fathers) to realize that what makes you a man is not the ability to have a child -- it's the courage to raise one.". But those sparks of originality and outreach have been doused. (Townhall.com)
SANTA YSABEL: James Hubbell's Santa Ysabel compound recognized Sep 22, 2008
He does not want it turned into a museum, but does hold an open house for visitors every Father's Day. "Trust life," he said about his outlook on the world. (North County Times)
Woster: Fathers leave lasting legacies for families (3) Sep 21, 2008
I have written before about Father's Day, some might say a bit too often. Hey, it's my column. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Coastal voices: Talk about it: Take the prostate cancer quiz Sep 21, 2008
Because it is so important, men should consider making testing a calendar event triggered by their birthday, or Father's Day or during September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. The Border Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group, made up of local prostate cancer survivors, meets at the ACS office at 1301 Northcrest Drive in Crescent City (464-8277 ext. (Daily Triplicate)
Football helps Apalachee assistant cope with dad's death Sep 19, 2008
In the months since losing his father, Matt has faced a number of moments that made him miss his father, like his son's first birthday and father's day. Those were the days he knew would be tough. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Home opener set for April 10 vs. Phils Sep 18, 2008
It's a schedule that'll have the Rockies home for several major holidays -- Mother's Day, May 10 against the Marlins; Memorial Day, May 25 against the Dodgers; July 4 against the D-backs; and Father's Day, June 21 against the Pirates. But they will celebrate Cinco de Mayo on the road against the Padres. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Father's bow shot kills grizzly attacking his son Sep 18, 2008
Linda L. wrote on Sep 18, 2008 12:35 AM:" HiI think Mr. Leming Sr. should get a really nice Father's Day Present!Happy to hear that everyone is ok now.Great shot Mr. Leming Sr.Linda ". justthinkaboutit wrote on Sep 17, 2008 7:02 PM:" I can understand the seriousness of this, but in times like this playing dead might have saved the bear. Yelling at it and running away from it is NOT how to react. But it is hard to say how you or I would react in this situation. Very glad to hear that are alright... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Royals to open '09 season in Chicago Sep 18, 2008
The Royals will have home games on Easter (April 12), Memorial Day (May 25), Father's Day (June 21), July 4th and Labor Day (Sept. 7). (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Braves to kick off 2009 on the road Sep 18, 2008
In addition, they won't be playing in Atlanta on Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day or Labor Day. Next year's schedule also includes 16 September home dates. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
What your kids are watching on YouTube Sep 16, 2008
After making "Fred on Father's Day," which details Fred's feelings about his absentee father (who, his off-screen mother informs Fred is in the penitentiary), Lucas says, "I got tons of messages from kids saying they can relate to how Fred felt since he didn't have a dad with him on Father's Day.". So he's not just making 'em laugh. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Postcard: A Suburb Hopes for One More Delay at O'Hare Sep 16, 2008
Despite its modest homes, the village offers residents perks like free transportation to doctors' offices and a Father's Day fishing derby. Locals tout its safety, schools and affordable living standards. (Time.com)
PM seeks balanced military Sep 13, 2008
" This is a robust, expansive, realistic view of Australian security. This speech was very much a personal statement by Rudd as the head of government. He was very personally involved in its preparation and selling, and he amplified his comments the next day in a press conference. There was a slight change of emphasis in the press conference in that he focused on the need to expand the navy. However, the press conference must be read in the light of the speech. Two things about the speech stand... (The Australian)
Little Emma's fight for survival Sep 13, 2008
Dr Sholler said staff could not guarantee an outcome for the Pecks, but at least they had been able to share Father's Day last Sunday. "No one will ever be able to take that away from them," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
ACDC rocks up the charts Sep 10, 2008
A Father's Day CD spree is being blamed for the Acca Dacca resurrection, exposing a new generation to the Thunderstruck brand of rock. It is a good sign for the band responsible for bringing back the school-boy blazer, who are preparing to release their first record in 18 years, Black Ice, in October. (Sky News Australia)
Kicked in the head: images of policewoman released Sep 9, 2008
The footage also appeared to show that the police were outnumbered by the spectators involved in the brawl at the Woolgoolga Father's Day game. Deputy Police Commissioner Dave Owens said the attack on the officer was "unacceptable". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
McCain's Annoying Little Fraud Sep 9, 2008
P.S.: Of course, Obama's effectively non-condescending Father's Day talk my be what really annoys Rev. Jackson, as Waldman, , and have all suggested. See also , who employs a Shelby Steele-ish template, but whose argument dovetails with Easter's description of blacks worrying that whites want Obama to bring "a change in the racial dynamic." I know I do. (Slate)
Rossco's star has makings of a true great Sep 8, 2008
Then again, the lounge room on a miserable, wet day, with feisty daughter Caitlyn working on a Father's Day card, can be entertaining - especially when Weekend Hussler treats rivals with contempt. Trackside, the dash is on from one player to another and you can take in a full-blown rap from Weekend Hussler's jockey Brad Rawiller. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bligh unveils blueprint for Queensland Sep 8, 2008
Mr Welford, a single father to 22-year-old daughter Lisa, who has Down syndrome, said Father's Day on Sunday reinforced his decision to go. Mr Hayward said his decision was in part prompted by Broncos rugby league coach Wayne Bennett's last hurrah at Suncorp Stadium. (The Age)
Jeff Gordon, Mario Andretti Auto Racing Sep 7, 2008
Mario Andretti Racing School and Jeff Gordon Racing School make the perfect gift for any occasion, including Father's Day, birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries and employee incentives. Gift certificates can be purchased for any program or for a specific dollar amount and are good for one year at any racing school location. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Swans coach named Father of the Year Sep 7, 2008
The Australian Father's Day council says he has made a significant contribution to the local sporting community and his children's education. Tags. (ABC Online)
Father's Day Sep 7, 2008
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. Taking some time out rain stopped play as Australian fast bowler Brett Lee and his 21-month-old son Preston took some shelter at a Sydney cafe. (The Age, Australia)
Lee's Father's Day heartache over little Preston Sep 7, 2008
Lee will mark his second Father's Day today with his only child. Ms Kemp, 31, a former Double Bay podiatrist, pulled stumps on the couple's two-year marriage, leaving the NSW and Australia fast bowler devastated, friends said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Flightless Bird Evolution Theories Challenged Sep 6, 2008
(June 15, 2008) How will the only male rhea at the Smithsonian's National Zoo spend Father's Day. He will spend it much like he has spent the past eight weeks: as a proud papa nurturing and caring for his four. (Science Daily)
Revamped rehab facility lets clients take sobriety a step further Sep 6, 2008
"It's pretty cool, after I started building a relationship with my children we were sitting at Cracker Barrel, it was Father's Day. And they told me, 'Daddy we always loved you but we didn't like you. We like you now.' ". Like Lowery, Adams works at Common Bond as an intern counselor and is studying to become certified with the Mississippi Association of Addiction Professionals. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Swansongs collide at Parliament House Sep 5, 2008
Selected by the Australian Father's Day Council, The Father of the Year Award is awarded to two recipients per year, one a high-profile father and the other a 'community' father, who will be announced later this afternoon. Mr Roos' two sons Dylan, 14, and Tyler, 12, had a day off school today to see their dad accept the award. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Supervisors honor Waterston Sep 5, 2008
The photos showed him at work and at play -- including a Father's Day rafting trip with his children. Waterston said he was shocked that his colleagues made such a big deal of his retirement. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Surfer proves a real lifesaver Sep 4, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. Paralympic rugby player Grant Boxall wouldn't be where he is today without world surfing pro Taj Burrow, writes Will Swanton in Beijing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Curbishley resigns as West Ham manager after Neill clash Sep 4, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. September 4, 2008 - 8:33AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Baton Rouge General transfers some patients Sep 4, 2008
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Rudd tells Neal to behave Sep 4, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Photo: Glen Mccurtayne. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The murky money trail exempts MPs Sep 4, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Brian RobinsSeptember 4, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Sarah Palin fires back at her critics Sep 4, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Sarah Palin addresses the conference and, inset, Levi Johnston and Bristol Palin and the tattoo saying 'Bristol' on his finger. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Armed and highly dangerous Sep 4, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. the vice-presidential hopeful Sarah Palin shows her tough and talented mettle to a rapturous throng of the Republican Party faithful in St Paul on Wednesday night. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
'Old rich white boys' heed advice Sep 4, 2008
Old rich white boys' heed advice - US Election - smh. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Father's Day sales help boost Jos. A. Bank earnings Sep 4, 2008
Father's Day sales help boost Jos ... Father's Day sales help boost Jos. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Instant Energy Sep 4, 2008
"In this country they have Father's Day and Mother's Day, and they might as well have a Guru's Day," said the small, closely cropped Indian dressed in a red wool ski hat, red silk robes and red knee socks. He was himself a notable guru, Muktananda Paramahansa. (Time.com)
Dempster learned young to give back Sep 3, 2008
" The Clemente award recognizes the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual's contribution to his team. It is named in honor of the former Pirates outfielder whose spirit and goodwill will always be remembered. Clemente died in a plane crash while attempting to transport relief supplies to earthquake-stricken Nicaragua on Dec. 31, 1972. Fans can participate in the selection process of the overall winner of the award now through... (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Broadcasters 'need to consult NRL clubs' Sep 3, 2008
"Sunday is Father's Day, Wayne's send-off, Tunza's (Tonie Carroll) send-off and K's (Karmichael Hunt) 100th game," he said. "We had the Newcastle Old Boys travelling up in a heap of buses to say goodbye to Danny Buderus before he was injured and they were still going to do that and our Old Boys were coming with their wives. "It was. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Slings and barrows of fortune Sep 3, 2008
The forecast is even more poignant just before Father's Day on Sunday, as retailers vie for the consumer dollar in one of the most lucrative periods. Father's Day is the fourth-most important sales period after Christmas, the Tuesday after Easter and Mother's Day, but many stores are offering 10 per cent to 20 per cent discounts. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Watchdog tells Qantas to improve Sep 1, 2008
CASA's review found Qantas was not meeting some of its own performance targets. Paul BibbySeptember 1, 2008 - 4:39PM. (The Age, Australia)
Chaos as jet forced down Sep 1, 2008
Absolute circus' as Qantas jet forced down - News - Travel - theage. Absolute circus' as Qantas jet forced down. (The Age, Australia)
Jetstar passenger rescue plane delayed Sep 1, 2008
Jetstar rescue plane delayed - News - Travel - theage. Jetstar rescue plane delayed. (The Age, Australia)
Kos, Cass, and Palin Sep 1, 2008
" ... Is Obama cannily trying to demonstrate why Hagel would be a horrifying VP pick? Is he trying to deflect attention from his own poor surge judgment ("the surge has not worked") by bringing along as a lightning rod someone whose judgment was even worse than his? ... Imagine how embarrassing it would be if Obama went with an antiwar Republican like Gen. Zinni, who , with what now looks like contrarian wisdom. ... 1:40 A.M.___________________________Saturday, July 12, 2008BMW 3 series needs a... (Slate)
Politics of division sink sale Aug 31, 2008
The real test will be next Sunday when thousands of families gather for Father's Day celebrations across the state. While the antics of some of our politicians may well get a mention, the passionate discussions will be about whether Braith Anasta is up to the captaincy, and the cost of filling up the family car. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Measles on Rise as Parents Question Vaccine Aug 31, 2008
"Hi Daddy" the week before Father's Day 2008 ... For 5 years, he did not speak until, 2 weeks after we began his GFCF diet, he said "Daddy" on Father's Day. (Washington Post)
He walks in memory of both sons Aug 30, 2008
Eight years ago, John Grasso of Trenton suffered tremen dous heartbreak when his eldest son, Robert, died suddenly on Father's Day. "For six years, he was an only child, so we were close, Bob and I," said Grasso of his son, a 41-year old chemist at the time of his death. (NJ.com -- Times)
Thome and his dad visit Hall of Fame Aug 29, 2008
Father's Day in August. Thome shares afternoon with his dad at Hall of Fame. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Kranepool has fond Shea memories Aug 29, 2008
A lowlight, Kranepool -- along with 11 other Mets -- left empty-handed during Jim Bunning's perfect game on Father's Day 1964. In the highlight of Kranepool's career, he hit a home run in Game 3 of the 1969 World Series, helping the "Miracle Mets" to a title. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
TiVo shows another profit, but outlook weak Aug 28, 2008
In an interview, TiVo Chief Executive Tom Rogers said the slight quarter-to-quarter increase resulted from seasonal variations, including heavier marketing for Mother's Day, Father's Day and graduation. TiVo said distribution partner Comcast Corp. has expanded a TiVo package to Connecticut, beyond an initial deployment in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Woman goes down baggage chute Aug 28, 2008
August 28, 2008 - 8:36AM. An elderly woman misunderstood instructions while checking in at Sweden's main airport and was whisked down a baggage chute after she placed herself instead of her luggage on the belt, media reported today. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
About Our Town Aug 28, 2008
In 1908 there was no Mother's Day or Father's Day. Meeting on the porch for breakfast at the Parlor was "the gang of seven." Present were Keith Hora of Washington, Thurman Gaskill senator from Corwith, Gary Madson of Richmond, Virginia, Karol King of Missouri Valley, Dan Stadmueller of Monticello, Tom Dorr, under secretary for rural development, Keith Hoffman of Washington D. C. Matt Troyer Miller was a guest at our home on Friday, August 15. (Kalona News, IA)
