"Governor, Who's the Leader of Angola?" Sep 3, 2008
Dr. Paul Kengor, author of spiritual biographies of Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush, has just published and He is a professor of political science and executive director of the. Be the first to read Dr. Paul Kengors column. (Townhall.com)
Cable Choice Comes to Stafford County, Va., as Verizon Launches FiOS TV Sep 3, 2008
VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ask A Billionaire: Sam Wyly Sep 2, 2008
I read a lot of history and a lot of biography and some of the biographies are about people who created businesses and built them up ... Later, I read all the biographies of Sam Walton from Wal-Mart. (Forbes -- Business)
PALIN HAS DEMS MISSING HILLARY Aug 31, 2008
Hillary's Tuesday night appearance kick started a convention that had been wallowing defensively on speakers' biographies. An NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll, conducted by Hart-Newhouse the week before the Denver convention, and before McCain had picked Palin, hinted at Hillary's greater strength in a matchup against the Republican. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Costello set to outsell Howard Aug 31, 2008
However, she said the idea that conservative biographies did not sell as well had been exposed as a ''bookseller prejudice'' after John Winston Howard by Wayne Errington and Peter van Onselen sold 20,000 hardback copies only 2000-3000 sales had been predicted. The hype surrounding the Liberal leadership has failed to diminish after the party held a tribute dinner for Mr Costello on Friday evening. (The Canberra Times)
McCain must polish maverick image but remain loyal to GOP Aug 31, 2008
McCain backers predict that he ultimately will win the battle of the biographies and, in doing so, the White House. "In an overall sense, the Obama phenomenon has met reality," said Sen. (AZCentral -- News)
A Conversation With Condoleezza Rice Aug 31, 2008
From the recent biographies, when you--when you came into the India negotiations. Right. (Forbes -- Business)
Self Promotion Techniques Aug 30, 2008
Business Cards, Head Shots and Biographies. Spend some money on good quality business cards as they make a strong first impression. (Suite101.com)
9/11 Memorial is now a national 'site' Aug 30, 2008
"In the years it will take to build the physical memorial at the World Trade Center site, development of a 'Living Memorial' will enable expressions of these six dimensions by providing a dynamic, Internet-based, knowledge management portal for reflection, remembrance, interaction, education and scholarly research ... it is a central archive, an online repository and an interactive resource available to anyone around the world with an Internet connection. It enables victims' family members-no... (New Milford Times, CT)
Palin Comparison Aug 30, 2008
The , , and also front biographies of Palin. The WP and LAT play up her compelling life story and her reputation for reform--formerly mayor of Wasilla, population 7,000, she by initiating an ethics investigation of Republican king-maker Randy Ruedrich--but the NYT is far more of her record. (Slate)
Grand Old Book Party Aug 30, 2008
John McCain has written several autobiographical works with strategist Mark Salter over the years, which explains why we don't see that many other McCain biographies. But they do exist. (Slate)
Sackville residents book reveals the mysteries of Mumblypeg Aug 30, 2008
I have always been fascinated by biographies and autobiographies. One of the best ways to understand history is to read books dealing with the lives of the famous, and often the not-so-famous figures from the past. (Sackville Tribune Post)
Palin: A "maverick" move or a nod to the GOP base? Aug 30, 2008
With biographies lined up so perfectly, did poor Mitt ever stand a chance. Of course, it happened to be McCain's 72nd birthday, while Palin, at 44, was only celebrating 20 years of marriage to her husband, Todd. (Salon)
Obama Doubles Down Against History Aug 29, 2008
In a battle of biographies, the democrats biographies dont sound like winning ones. With them, the democrats have a problem. (Townhall.com)
EXCERPT: Take a peek and compare notes on 'American Wife' Aug 29, 2008
It wasn't unusual for her to complete a book a day she preferred novels, especially the Russian masters, but she also read histories, biographies, and pulpy mysteries and for hours and hours every morning and afternoon, she sat either in the living room or on top of her bed (the bed would be made, and she would be fully dressed), turning pages and smoking Pall Malls. From early on, I understood that the household view of my grandmother, which is to say my parents' view, was not simply that she... (USA Today -- Life)
The Sceptical Chymist Aug 29, 2008
I'd write biographies of ordinary people from all over the world. This job would combine many of my non-chemistry interests, such as experiencing other cultures, writing, and traveling. (Nature News Service)
Schools Become "Campaign Central" With ABC-CLIO's Election History Reference Resources, Activities Aug 29, 2008
Plus, they will become familiar with the 2008 candidates through the site's in-depth biographies of Senator Barack Obama, his running mate Senator Joe Biden, and Senator John McCain and his soon-to-be named vice presidential nominee. Designed to support election study across the curriculum, the free site offers teachers one-click access to more than 25 project ideas, each with a set of related references, primary sources and more. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Tenant announced for Norristown film studio Aug 28, 2008
Along with his brother, Nicolo owned Studio 4 and Butcher Brothers in Philadelphia, and he later started Ruffhouse Records, according to online biographies. Feverpitch will start production next month on The Storyteller, which will feature Wes Bentley, Katharine McPhee and Anita Briem. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Fundraiser to benefit victims Aug 28, 2008
NCRCC Special Events Coordinator Arleen Lewis said the horse sponsors have been encouraged to outlandishly decorate their horses, give them silly names, and create whole biographies for them. We say they're out in training, Lewis said. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Biden has S.C. connection Aug 28, 2008
Jack Bass, co-author with Marilyn Thompson of two biographies of Strom Thurmond: Ol Strom and Strom: The Complicated Personal and Political Life of Strom Thurmond, is a member of the history faculty at The Citadel. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Snohomish County, Wash., Awards Video Franchise to Verizon Aug 28, 2008
"We commend the county executive, the County Council and their staff for their dedication and hard work throughout this process. They recognize and support the technological advantage and competitive benefits, as well as the distinctive edge in economic development and quality of life, that fiber will bring to their community."We look forward to reaching similar agreements with other Washington communities," said Valdez.The franchise vote gives Verizon the authority to offer FiOS TV to up to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Advice to Obama for his historic speech Aug 28, 2008
The abbreviated, speechwriting-relevant biographies of our five participants follow. Rate this story with Reddit. (Salon)
HENSHAW / The battle of the books Aug 27, 2008
So far, John McCain appears to have escaped the salvo of negative biographies or what passes for biographies that have dogged his opponent, but don t expect him to be ignored for long.. I have word that Paul Begala, a Clintonista from way back, is preparing a book to be called Third Term: Why George Bush Loves John McCain. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
The Presidents Collection Aug 27, 2008
From the Award-Winning "American Experience" Series Comes the Fascinating Biographies of ten of the Most Diverse and Influential Men Who Served as President of the United States. HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gilmore's Cafe celebrates its first anniversary Aug 27, 2008
A Department of Children and Families exhibit inspired by the Heart Gallery offered photos and biographies for adoptive children. "You would not imagine the response that exhibit received," Gilmore said. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Small college awakenedfuture senator to service Aug 26, 2008
Still, though Obama's official biographies have long skipped over his Occidental years, it is clear the college played an important role in his development. He told a Wesleyan University commencement audience earlier this year that the values he learned from his mother - hard work, honesty, and empathy - resurfaced at Occidental "after a long hibernation," and he told the Occidental alumni magazine in 2004 that he became interested in politics and public policy while on campus. (Boston Globe)
Ghanaians Abroad to secede? Aug 26, 2008
The Presidential Aspirant, who says he would soon launch a Special Private Educational Grant and Scholarship for Ghanaian Elementary, Middle, High School and University Students to be called "Friends and Opponents of President John Agyekum Kufuor Scholarship Fund", to instill the essence of the noble ideals and ideas of Democracy, Freedom and Liberty in the Nation's Youth - (and at the same time, to educate the Nation's Youth to eschew the politics of arrogance, selfishness, greediness and... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Volunteer opportunities Aug 25, 2008
Tables full of adult nonfiction cookbooks, craft and health books, biographies and histories will be sold in the librarys main adult area during this annual sale. All types of adult fiction and childrens books, along with audio-visual items, CDs, DVDs and videos, will be available on librarys lower level. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Students write book about history of Prairie Home Aug 25, 2008
Several biographies about people that had or have ties to Prairie Home, including a former mayor, a notorious outlaw, and a citizen who was a slave when she first arrived. Barker wrote the biography about Marion Hedgepath, whose crime spree began with the robbery of the general store at Prairie Home. (California Democrat, MO)
High noon in duel for White House Aug 24, 2008
McCain and Obama are two evenly matched, larger-than-life figures with riveting biographies, charisma and a capacity to appeal beyond the members of their own parties ... "McCain and Obama are two evenly matched, larger-than-life figures with riveting biographies" lol nice try. (Times Online)
2008 Men's Soccer Media Guide Now Available Online Aug 24, 2008
The 68-page book features biographies on members of the 2008 team, along with a season outlook. The media guide also features a look back at last year's national championship team, history, records and information on Wake Forest athletics. (Wakeforestsports.com)
POWER OUTSIDE THE SPOTLIGHT Aug 24, 2008
Although the BBIC has long served as Nelson's public face - usually the only enterprise mentioned in his public biographies - he also oversaw dozens of private companies, ranging from a sprinkler system installer to a funeral services provider, according to state records. Seven businesses for which Nelson serves as an officer or director are still active, as are two for which his wife, Janice, is the sole director. (Florida Times-Union)
Appetite for description Aug 23, 2008
Davis has written a series of best-selling biographies - some authorized, some not - of rock's biggest bands, including Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones, and Aerosmith. His latest, "Watch You Bleed: The Saga of Guns N' Roses," comes out Tuesday. (Boston Globe)
Lucy Ritchie-Rennick Aug 23, 2008
At present she is reading her way through biographies of past presidents. And none of those books are on tape for her. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Independent Reader: Buddy books Aug 23, 2008
There have been many biographies and studies of Emily Dickinson, but this one sheds a new light on her life and on her poetry, much of which is included in this book. As for Higginson--writer, champion of emancipation and women's rights, clergyman, husband and father, outdoorsman and nature lover, commander of a black regiment in the Civil War--much will be new to the reader. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Conventional Wisdom Aug 23, 2008
One nice surprise about both current presidential nominees is that they have written (or in McCain's case co-written) extremely readable biographies. This isn't to say that we haven't had nominees who have published books before. (Slate)
I-16 Corridor Alliance Pools Resources to Attract Growth Aug 22, 2008
Once the website is created and online in December, viewers can be directed to a variety of information, including the contacts in each of the corridor counties, brief biographies of each of the economic development directors, links to each of the counties websites and up-to-date news and events happening on the I-16 corridor. The counties represented in the alliance include Bibb, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Bleckley, Laurens, Treutlen, Chatham, Effingham, Bryan, Bulloch, Candler and Emanuel. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
AJS Elects Officers and Directors for 2008-2009 Aug 20, 2008
For a complete list of the AJS Board members and biographies, visit the AJS website at. Founded in 1913, The American Judicature Society is a nonpartisan organization with a national membership of judges, lawyers and other citizens interested in improving our nation's courts and the administration of justice. (PR Newswire)
Internet, Xinhuanet glitter in Beijing Olympics Aug 20, 2008
Most Olympics-related web sites include the latest news, event results, details of each sport's history and rules, athlete biographies, profiles, features, event schedules, TV schedules, online schedules, photographs, video clips and Olympic history. "Look at the web site of Xinhua, you see the latest news, you see the gold medals and you see all the excitement of the Olympic games," said Jacques Rogge, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) during a recent interview at... (Xinhuanet, China)
WorthPoint Experts Will Evaluate Art, Antiques and Collectibles During American Presidential Experience at INVESCO Field in Denver Aug 20, 2008
WorthPoint is co-sponsoring the American Presidential Experience (), where visitors will be able to sit behind the desk in the Oval Office; walk through the cabin of Air Force One; see collections of historical flags, presidential documents and first lady Inaugural Ball gowns; hear some of the great presidential speeches in history; meet the authors of presidential biographies and books about the presidency, and vote for the 2008 presidential candidate of their choice in the USA Button Poll.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ogunquit run to honor fallen Maine soldiers Aug 19, 2008
Photos and biographies of all the 55 fallen soldiers from Maine will be displayed along the course route. The goal is to have runners available to cover the entire length of the course. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Grey Goose Entertainment and Sundance Channel Announce Talent Pairings for Fourth Season of 'Iconoclasts' Premiering October 16 at 10 PM ET/PT Aug 19, 2008
Source: Sundance Channel. Produced By Sundance Channel And Grey Goose Entertainment. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Babe Ruth was cancer research guinea pig Aug 18, 2008
And although the exact cause of Ruth's death had been noted in the scientific community -- it was the subject of an article by a group of San Francisco doctors who turned up his autopsy results in 1998 -- biographies about Ruth all but missed it. "They completely skip over his illness, and they got it all wrong," Maloney says. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Report cards on teachers needed Aug 18, 2008
Why not send out short biographies of teachers before the start of classes so parents have some idea of the teacher s background. My system used to wait until the day before school resumed to post class lists and teacher assignments, probably to fend off dissatisfied parents lobbying for changes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Lincoln comes alive in bio for children Aug 17, 2008
Children, in my mind, do not read conventional biographies that start with a sentence and end with a sentence. They don t, he insisted. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Psychological association, its members oppose torture Aug 17, 2008
The APA's position was arrived at by its members through an open, democratic process, which included the posting of the names and biographies of the APA task force on psychological ethics and national security on its website. The APA's position is also based on the premise that psychologists are obligated to try to prevent the abuse of detainees. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Harry Potter Scared by Horse Aug 16, 2008
" The pair delivered a proposal to her agent, and an auction among publishing houses followed in New York. Publishers, she said, came to a loft Leigh rented downtown and met Ciccone behind a curtain. They were given a list of 100 reasons this book was different than past Madonna biographies. Simon & Schuster s Spotlight Entertainment division won. Through all of it, Madonna never found out a book was coming until a month before publication and that only happened because Ciccone asked his father... (Fox News)
Learn about your Olympic heroes through books Aug 16, 2008
Biographies give your children role models and windows into other people's lives ... There are several biographies available about Jesse Owens, who won four gold medals in track and field events in 1936. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Obituaries for Aug. 16 Aug 16, 2008
She did extensive research for author Pat McGilligan, assisting in his biographies of Jack Nicholson, titled "Jack's Life," and Clint Eastwood, titled "Clint: The Life and the Legend." She also was a genealogical researcher for many prominent families throughout Delaware County. In 2003, Ms. Imburgia's diligent research led to replacement of 73 unmarked or illegible headstones in St. Martin's Church Cemetery in Marcus Hook, belonging to veterans dating to Revolutionary War. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Conservative Authors Take Aim At Obama Aug 15, 2008
In two autobiographies and dozens of speeches, has weaved the narrative that defines his campaign: An introspective boy gradually comes to terms with his mixed-race heritage and emerges with an "unprejudiced" worldview ... "Dreams From My Father" and "The Audacity of Hope," his autobiographies, were the first two books written about him, and they remain bestsellers ... "One thing we've learned so far with biographies in the 21st century is that every book is going to be one person's take.". (CBS News)
DAILY TIMES OBITUARIES Aug 15, 2008
She did extensive research for author Pat McGilligan, assisting in his biographies of Jack Nicholson, titled "Jack's Life," and Clint Eastwood, titled "Clint: The Life and the Legend." She also was a genealogical researcher for many prominent families throughout Delaware County. In 2003, Ms. Imburgia's diligent research led to replacement of 73 unmarked or illegible headstones in St. Martin's Church Cemetery in Marcus Hook, belonging to veterans dating back to Revolutionary War. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Truth and justice, comic-book style Aug 15, 2008
Writers say they're going for accuracy, using biographies and other published reports for material ... Comic-book shop owners said they don't expect the young men who snap up the latest installment of the X-Men to get as excited about biographies of political figures. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Presidential race one for the books Aug 14, 2008
The campaign bookshelf this year will include biographies, comics and humor books (Barack Obama is Your New Bicycle, and 72 Things Younger Than John McCain) ... Biographies written for children are timed to hit the back-to-school market. (USA Today)
Letters from war Aug 14, 2008
Electronic Herald and News. "The complete printed edition, page by page, online.". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Obama, McCain aim for faith vote at forum Aug 14, 2008
The individual covers of U.S. presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama's biographies, which have been turned into a comic book, are displayed at the 39th annual Comic Con Convention in San Diego, California July 23, 2008. (REUTERS/Mike Blake). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Let's talk TV Aug 12, 2008
They could fill in some gaps with in-depth rider biographies or history about the sport and what the judges are looking for. I guess I just think they could do a better job of utilizing the technology that is available. (USA Today -- Life)
Gold medal Web sites enhance Olympic experience (Today) Aug 12, 2008
Most Olympics-related sites include news, event results, details of each sport's history and rules, athlete biographies, profiles, features, event schedules, TV schedules, online schedules, photographs, video clips and Olympic history ... The site has a billionaire's wealth of information for casual spectators and hard-core fans, including news, features, medal counts, athletes' biographies, games, polls, histories of each event, live streaming video of events and video of already completed... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Verizon Reaches Agreement With Two Labor Unions in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic States Aug 11, 2008
VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases. (PR Newswire)
MPs choose Hague over Blair in a list of summer reads Aug 11, 2008
Although political biographies dominated the list, there were a few works of fiction singled out by members of the House of Commons. MPS' SUMMER READS Ffion Hague The Pain and the Privilege: The Women in Lloyd George's Life Khaled Hosseini A Thousand Splendid Suns William Hague William Wilberforce: The Life of the Great Anti-Slave Trade Campaigner Sebastian Faulks Devil May Care Barack Obama The Audacity of Hope Barack Obama Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance William Hague... (BBC News -- UK)
Obama, McCain reveal pop culture favorites Aug 11, 2008
The individual covers of presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama's biographies, which have been. Odd News Video. (Yahoo News)
Disclosure Document Aug 11, 2008
Biographies of Board members are included in Section 3. Base Iron has obtained experienced consultants to undertake the initial phases of the exploration program, with key management staff to be engaged as the workload expands with the identifi cation of specifi c targets. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Lost in the gulag Aug 10, 2008
Ann Blackman, a former Time correspondent in Moscow, is the author of biographies of former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright and Confederate spy Rose Greenhow. She is co-author of "The Spy Next Door," a biography of turncoat FBI agent Robert P. Hanssen. (Boston Globe)
District 16 rivals try to stand out Aug 10, 2008
Although the three take similar stances on major issues, the three bring vastly different biographies to the race. Harrell, 65, is a former teacher who has owned a medical imaging business and managed the office of her husband, Dr. James Harrell. (The Palm Beach Post)
What's your take on his residency? Aug 10, 2008
1) Post real biographies of your editorial board and staff writers. The current available biographies are totally uniformative. (The Palm Beach Post)
GOP chairman biking across state to spotlight gas prices Aug 10, 2008
org, contains data on the voting records, biographies and other information for people who want to learn more about their federal and state politicians. It is stridently non-partisan, or perhaps more aptly, multi-partisan. (AZCentral -- News)
