Bleak Friday or hopeful start? Nov 30, 2008
From midnight at the Prime Outlets mall, where some locals donned pajamas, bath robes and slippers as part of a promotion, to the late afternoon on St. George Street, where tourists ducked in and out of the shops hawking everything from lingerie to national flags, shoppers were out in droves Friday -- Black Friday, that is, the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. It is typically an upbeat day for retailers, but in a dismal economic atmosphere the unanswered question for them this... (The St. Augustine Record)
State GOP rethinks ideas after losses Nov 30, 2008
(return of) joe wrote on Nov 25, 2008 1:10 PM:" conservativeme...will it make you a proud American to know that you will bash Biden while our country is in two wars? While our troops will be in harm's way? While our enemies are being emboldened by enemies of America like yourself? I'm for this nation as one nation, not as two nations, divided by those who hate America and those, like me, who love America and prove it daily by the flag pin on their lapels and the flags flying in their yard. ".... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Local pillars, U.S. auto dealers teeter Nov 30, 2008
Most of the dealerships are deeply rooted in their communities, and each is a slice of Americana - their big flags flying, their radio advertisements compelling attention and their youth baseball sponsorships and other charities helping to improve people's lives. In this small town outside Tallahassee, Thomas had 50 employees only two years ago when his two dealerships sold an average of 24 new vehicles a month. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Strange vibe in Athens Nov 30, 2008
He seems to get great pleasure in throwing flags against us. By GatorsEatBoogers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UGA beat blog Nov 30, 2008
can t win when the refs throw flags UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE TECH PLAYERS. Someone cheated and teh NCAA needs to investigate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Thai police order airport protesters to disperse Nov 30, 2008
They carried Thai flags, red flags and red heart signs with Thaksin's picture. "We love Thaksin. He is our hero," said one banner. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Plus: Mexico's gay vacation hot spots Nov 30, 2008
Turnover is rapid, but rainbow flags signal the current contenders. The Living Room on Paseo de la Reforma has outlasted most other nightspots. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Local pillars, auto dealerships teeter as big three decline Nov 30, 2008
Most of them are deeply rooted in their communities, and each is a slice of Americana their big flags flying, their radio advertisements compelling attention and their Little League sponsorships and other charity helping to improve the lives of local people. In this small town outside Tallahassee, Thomas had 50 employees only two years ago when his two dealerships sold an average of 24 new vehicles a month. (International Herald Tribune)
Veteran got her love of volunteering from mom Nov 30, 2008
Soon, Modlin was collecting Beanie Babies from garage sales and thrift stores, washing them, and stitching American flags onto the bodies. Thousands of stuffed animals later, she has an album filled with "wonderful letters of thank-yous from the troops.". (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Ironworker's ritual touches reporter's heart Nov 30, 2008
And one ironworker tradition is to "top off" newly completed structures with flags, if the spirit moves them. So, his work done, the ironworker stepped back and faced the flag. (CNN -- US)
Looking good in a recession Nov 30, 2008
It is the author of remodellings of luxury retailers' stores, including Holt Renfrew's flagship in Toronto and a Neiman-Marcus near Boston ... The ambitious plans have raised some red flags because the go-go times of the past five years appear to be over, says David Hartley, retail analyst at BMO Nesbitt Burns ... It's an engine of growth for the company, but it's not a substitute for building the flagship chain in future years, nor is Simply Pharmacy, he says. (Globe and Mail)
Iraq and Iran resume swaps of 1980s war dead Nov 30, 2008
Iranian naval personnel carried the coffins of Iraqi soldiers, wrapped in Iraqi flags, to the border and then crossed into Iraq where they placed the coffins in rows ... Iraqi soldiers then did the same with the coffins of Iranians draped in Iranian flags. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Utzon had 'emotional attachment' to Opera House Nov 30, 2008
The lights on the famous building will be dimmed on Sunday night in memory of Mr Utzon while the flags on Sydney's nearby Harbour Bridge will fly at half-mast on Monday in tribute. Tags. (ABC Online)
Grump not so good at Tom Brady impression Nov 30, 2008
This particular game always occurs several hours after the official Turkey Dinner Day feast, and is of the tackle-only variety no flags allowed. So we fired up the Bago and headed north for a 1 p.m. feast. (Longview Daily News, WA)
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Yet, they are finally gaining pride again of there country and you will notice them flying there flags and they are finally getting angry and doing something about it. I serve in Muqadiyah and I hear everyday of the bad things that happen but everyday I see good things happening too. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Relish The American Table: Seasonal crumble worth a second look Nov 30, 2008
Then we took another look and a couple of red flags caught our eye. Instead of the crisps we re used to, with lots of fruit and crumbly brown sugar toppings, this one had a layer of vanilla buttermilk cake in the middle. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Sydney Opera House architect dies Nov 30, 2008
Visionary architect of Sydney Opera House dies - Times Online. Treat a friend at PizzaExpress. (Times Online)
A life remembered: Pellowski was a one-man band when it came to local fundraising Nov 30, 2008
Ten dollars here, 20 dollars there, Pellowski scraped together cash selling memorial bricks and miniature American flags, holding pork chop dinners, raffles, chickencues and bingo games. His secret. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Looking good in a recession Nov 30, 2008
It is the author of remodellings of luxury retailers' stores, including Holt Renfrew's flagship in Toronto and a Neiman-Marcus near Boston ... The ambitious plans have raised some red flags because the go-go times of the past five years appear to be over, says David Hartley, retail analyst at BMO Nesbitt Burns ... It's an engine of growth for the company, but it's not a substitute for building the flagship chain in future years, nor is Simply Pharmacy, he says. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Nov 30, 2008
Flags should be delivered to Point Comfort City Hall. Scholarship offered. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Globes confirm Oscar favourites Nov 30, 2008
Eastwood received two best director nominations at the Globes, but neither Iwo Jima nor its English-language companion piece Flags of Our Fathers made the best drama category. Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's Babel was up for seven Globes. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Indian Forces Kill Last Gunmen in Mumbai Nov 30, 2008
Some carried luggage with Canadian flags. One man in a chef's uniform was holding a small baby. (Newsmax)
Iraq bombing kills 12 after security pact approved Nov 29, 2008
In Kufa, also in southern Iraq, about 500 Sadrists carrying black flags and photos of Sadr demonstrated against the pact after prayers yesterday. "No, no, agreement!" and "Death, death to those who signed the agreement!" they chanted. (Boston Globe)
Religions' complex attitudes toward war Nov 29, 2008
"But Islam has a vibrant alternative tradition of which its critics are ignorant, he continued. Mohammed used the word jihad to refer not to warfare but the individual's inner struggle to overcome sin. Those who quote the Koran's "sword passages" of violence overlook its "peace passages," which relentlessly stress God's mercy.Other passages endorse violence in self-defense or command mercy and cessation of violence for enemies who sue for peace.In short, Islam's turmoil hinges on whether jihad... (Boston Globe)
The Parenting Place Nov 29, 2008
ParentingForCollege wrote on Nov 17, 2008 2:18 PM:" Where To Begin In the College Process?All of this can be a bit confusing on where to start in the process. However, you have to consider the student at hand, and whether or not the student is best suited for a community college for at least one year or a four year institution.If you consider doing both the community college and four year school route, take lots of notes, and better yet when visiting, take pictures of these schools.Depending on... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Parade of trucks draws big crowd Nov 29, 2008
Some of them held signs, and some of them waved American flags. Many of them just stood on the sidewalk and gazed west, waiting to catch the first glimpse of the caravan. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Suicide bombing at Iraqi mosque Nov 29, 2008
In a statement he told his supporters to put up black flags, organise mourning ceremonies and hold peaceful demonstrations. Some began in Sadrist controlled areas after Friday prayers. (BBC News)
Titans run out of 4AA playoffs Nov 29, 2008
Hopewell drew the officials' flags seven more times than East Forsyth. The Titans accumulated 106 penalty yards, 36 more than East Forsyth. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Quecreek anniversary marked by ribbon cutting Nov 29, 2008
On July 28, they left the suffocating crush of 50 million gallons of rushing water around them in the cramped mine for the embrace of family (Somerset Daily American, PA)
A veterans pride is being challenged by parade attendance Nov 29, 2008
I was stunned, expecting to see hundreds of people waiting outside, cheering and waving flags, greeting those returning home after fighting the enemy. My brother told me it was a lot different when he returned from Korea. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Obama asks McCain for help leading country Nov 29, 2008
Audience members leapt into the air, waving American flags. Many shed tears. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
* Commandos end Mumbai hotel siege Nov 29, 2008
Some carried luggage with Canadian flags. One man in a chefs uniform was holding a small baby. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
A hometown tradition Nov 29, 2008
NILES - On Saturday, Dec. 6, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Four Flags Garden Club hosts its 17th annual Hometown Christmas celebration at the historic Niles Amtrak depot, 600 Dey St., off North Fifth Street ... The historic Amtrak Depot in Niles will be lit next Saturday during the 17th annual hometown Christmas,, sponsored by the Four Flags Garden Club. (Niles Star, MI)
Hand it to them Nov 29, 2008
Over the last year, the Lend a Hand Program has helped seniors by installing hard-to-reach light bulbs, removing or reinstalling air conditioners, installing grab bars, bringing in lawn furniture for the winter, changing out storm windows and hanging American flags. "What better way to lend a hand to those in need and to fulfill the Rotary mission 'Service Above Self,'" Sher says. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Hospital staff mourn revered colleague Nov 29, 2008
Some carried luggage with Canadian flags. Hours earlier, elite commandos stormed a Jewish outreach centre, descending from a helicopter. (Globe and Mail)
Rocket attack near UN compound in Iraq kills 2 Nov 29, 2008
The attack comes as followers of anti-U.S. Muqtada al-Sadr hoisted black flags on houses, mosques and Sadrist offices in their Baghdad stronghold to protest a U.S.-Iraqi security pact that would let American forces stay in Iraq for three years. The rocket fell near the compound about 6:15 a.m., the United Nations said in a statement. (Yahoo News)
Spectacular Sky Scene Monday Evening Nov 29, 2008
The English poet, critic and philosopher, Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) used just such a celestial sight as an ominous portent in his epic, "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner." In addition, there are juxtaposed crescent moon and star symbols that have appeared on the flags of many nations, including Turkey, Pakistan, Malaysia, Algeria, Mauritania, and Tunisia. Also on Monday evening, you may be able to see the full globe of the moon, its darkened portion glowing with a bluish-gray hue... (Yahoo News)
Afghanistan stay gives Navy doctor reason for thanks Nov 29, 2008
Local residents, many with no ties to service personnel, provided food, care packages and small American flags that Lt. Hudson and others still carry with them. "As we walked down the runway, every one of the people formed a huge line and shook our hands, gave us hugs, said how proud they are of us. I've never seen anything like that. I was overwhelmed by the outpouring.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
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Yet, they are finally gaining pride again of there country and you will notice them flying there flags and they are finally getting angry and doing something about it. I serve in Muqadiyah and I hear everyday of the bad things that happen but everyday I see good things happening too. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
In the church of Obama Nov 29, 2008
The first thing that struck me about the outside of the cream-coloured church building was the flags hanging outside it, flags in the black-green-and-gold colours of black liberation in the US, the same colours of South Africa's African National Congress. The second thing that stood out for me was the many American men and women in traditional African attire. (iAfrica.com)
Bomber strikes mosque Nov 29, 2008
Sadr had called on his supporters to "put up black flags, organise mourning ceremonies across the country and hold peaceful demonstrations," in a statement issued by his office in the Shiite holy city of Najaf, south of Baghdad. A close aide to the cleric, Aws al-Khafaji, told a press conference that the Sadr movement would "keep up its rejection of this humiliating accord and resist through all means.". (iAfrica.com)
End In Sight To Nightmare In India Nov 28, 2008
The freed hostages at the Oberoi included 20 Western airline crew members and an earlier group of seven, some of whom were carrying luggage bearing Canadian flags. Their release came as Indian commandos assaulted the nearby Jewish center and the Taj Mahal hotel, searching for suspected Muslim attackers still holed up more than a day after a chain of attacks across India's financial center by the militants left at least 119 people dead. (CBS News)
Maine town with starry view votes to limit manmade light Nov 28, 2008
Illuminated churches, flags, sporting venues, and emergency signals are exempt, as are lights for holiday celebrations. "No one is going to run around and tell people they can't put up Christmas lights," Fogg said. (Boston Globe)
Prayer caller's chant is timeless in Egypt Nov 28, 2008
The mosque has expanded from one floor to three; its brown and ivory minaret, tipped with a crescent moon, rises over satellite dishes and fading flags from weddings past. Abdel Fattah has the key to the big wooden doors. (Boston Globe)
The Parenting Place Nov 28, 2008
ParentingForCollege wrote on Nov 17, 2008 2:18 PM:" Where To Begin In the College Process?All of this can be a bit confusing on where to start in the process. However, you have to consider the student at hand, and whether or not the student is best suited for a community college for at least one year or a four year institution.If you consider doing both the community college and four year school route, take lots of notes, and better yet when visiting, take pictures of these schools.Depending on... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
End In Sight To Nightmare In India Nov 28, 2008
Dozens of people were evacuated from the luxury hotel earlier Friday, including 20 Western airline crew members and an earlier group of seven, some of whom were carrying luggage bearing Canadian flags. More than 140 people were killed and hundreds more injured when several bands of suspected Islamic militants attacked 10 sites in Mumbai Wednesday. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Store credit tightening Nov 28, 2008
In addition, customers who suddenly start using a store credit card after a period of inactivity may raise red flags because such behavior could indicate they are maxed out on other credit. "We're seeing a very quick reaction if a consumer is late with a payment or starts going over the limit or exhibits shopping patterns that are potentially risky," Weinberg said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Quecreek anniversary marked by ribbon cutting Nov 28, 2008
On July 28, they left the suffocating crush of 50 million gallons of rushing water around them in the cramped mine for the embrace of family (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Amputation can't dampen can-do attitude Nov 28, 2008
Yesterday, flags were unfurled and flying for them, potentiality was in force; God's in His Heaven and all's right with the world. Suddenly life jolts them cruelly and they are sent behind the starting line to begin again. (Forest City Summit, IO)
State GOP rethinks ideas after losses Nov 28, 2008
(return of) joe wrote on Nov 25, 2008 1:10 PM:" conservativeme...will it make you a proud American to know that you will bash Biden while our country is in two wars? While our troops will be in harm's way? While our enemies are being emboldened by enemies of America like yourself? I'm for this nation as one nation, not as two nations, divided by those who hate America and those, like me, who love America and prove it daily by the flag pin on their lapels and the flags flying in their yard. ".... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Home for the holidays Nov 28, 2008
Many members of the community waved flags in appreciation of the soldiers' dedication and sacrifice. Copyright. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Alberta law allows courts to seize, auction property used in crime Nov 28, 2008
One Canadian has been reported dead after several foreign hostages were rescued from Mumbai's besieged Trident-Oberoi Hotel Friday morning, some carrying luggage bearing Canadian flags ... One Canadian has been reported dead after several foreign hostages were rescued from Mumbai's besieged Trident-Oberoi Hotel Friday morning, some carrying luggage bearing Canadian flags. (CBC.ca)
Pauch takes race while Laubach earns title Nov 28, 2008
After several caution flags, Lathroum led the final three laps and held on for the win. Ricky Elliott finished second, with Pettyjohn, John Callaway and Dan Stone completing the top five. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Five Keys to Colorado Nov 28, 2008
Pay close attention Friday to the personal foul flags. Lets see how much the Big 12 refs allow this game to get chippy. (Nebraska Statepaper)
The New Spintex Road; A Chance To Get It Right! Nov 28, 2008
MTNs flags have clogged our pavements at the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange, the Liberation Road and the Independence Avenue since CAN 2008 in January 2008, ten months ago ... The concrete blocks in which the flags were mounted are still there. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Grump not so good at Tom Brady impression Nov 28, 2008
This particular game always occurs several hours after the official Turkey Dinner Day feast, and is of the tackle-only variety no flags allowed. So we fired up the Bago and headed north for a 1 p.m. feast. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Relish The American Table: Seasonal crumble worth a second look Nov 28, 2008
Then we took another look and a couple of red flags caught our eye. Instead of the crisps we re used to, with lots of fruit and crumbly brown sugar toppings, this one had a layer of vanilla buttermilk cake in the middle. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
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Some carried luggage with Canadian flags, and two women were dressed in black abayas, traditional Muslim women's garments. The group included one man dressed in chef's uniform who was holding a small baby. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
A life remembered: Pellowski was a one-man band when it came to local fundraising Nov 28, 2008
Ten dollars here, 20 dollars there, Pellowski scraped together cash selling memorial bricks and miniature American flags, holding pork chop dinners, raffles, chickencues and bingo games. His secret. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Yard helps special-needs kids cope with sensory overload Nov 28, 2008
Pink flags mark the design and signals what parents call a sensory yard. Right now there's a sensory room inside each school, but for kids with special needs, the bigger the better. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Nov 28, 2008
Flags should be delivered to Point Comfort City Hall. Scholarship offered. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Globes confirm Oscar favourites Nov 28, 2008
Eastwood received two best director nominations at the Globes, but neither Iwo Jima nor its English-language companion piece Flags of Our Fathers made the best drama category. Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's Babel was up for seven Globes. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
148 hostages rescued from Oberoi hotel Nov 28, 2008
( ) The group, some of whom were carrying luggage with Canadian flags on, were taken away in cars without speaking to reporters. The group included one man dressed in Chef's uniform and a small baby. (India Times, India)
If reality's too trying, try the latest games Nov 27, 2008
But never mind the flags; EndWar is about the thrill of outfighting a determined foe. And you're not limited to a clumsy game controller. (Boston Globe)
Chief Johnson recounts progress in police professionalism; plans to 'take some time off' Nov 27, 2008
With a couple of American flags in the background one can do no wrong. Posted by Big Al, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, on Nov 24, 2008 at 8:03 am. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
