"Mad Men" finale: What's worth a fight? Nov 10, 2009
Even Lane Pryce (Jared Harris) found himself unexpectedly handed a chance to avenge his heartless bosses in London with the same air of casual cheer they'd employed when dragging him over the coals for years ... Betty has just discovered his little box of secrets, and now that she's had a chance to stew over it, thanks to Don's not coming home that night, she's liable to keep her mouth shut while carefully planning a colorful and catastrophic exit. (Salon)
Bulletin Board Nov 10, 2009
TAKE A SHOT. Simon Property Group, announced today that they have teamed up with the Boston Celtics for a Take a Shot promotion that will run during ten home games throughout the 2009-2010 season, giving fans a chance to win Celtics tickets and compete in a shooting contest that could award them up to $700 in Simon Boston Celtics Giftcards. For official rules governing, including the 10 games (subject to change) at which Simon will be sponsoring, the Take a Shot contest, visit www. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Emergency department turf war Nov 8, 2009
ASUS and Intel are giving you the chance to WIN an exclusive ASUS. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
BREAKFAST BONUS Nov 6, 2009
Yeah, a bit of a stretch but the Bucs did have their chances ... Wrote here before that the Buccaneers were not likely to be mighty, like John McKay liked to hope they would always be, but in this season they had a chance to be pretty good on offense, defense, special teams ... But, The Times reinforces the Bowden no-quit bloodline, dwelling on Bowden at FSU with a chance to outcoach Joe Paterno if the federals don t pull some of his wins because an academic scandal at Tallahassee. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Letters to the editor Nov 6, 2009
The food drive gave me and the other officers that volunteered for the event a chance to do our part and give back to the community. Although we ran the event, it was the residents that stopped at our table who did all the giving. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
All Blacks call-up gun rookie Nov 5, 2009
There's also a chance for Brendon Leonard at halfback, a second test cap for Canterbury prop Wyatt Crockett and a return to No 8 for Kieran Read. Also the injured Dan Carter, who sat out the All Blacks' first full training run in Neath, has been included subject to his calf haematoma healing in time. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
JonWertheimTennis Mailbag The most compelling part of Andre Agassi's book, more mail. Nov 5, 2009
But just so we're clear: Serena would stand no chance of challenging, much less beating, any of the opponents Conrad names. Great, now let's avoid this topic for at least a few years. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
More of this story Nov 5, 2009
Coach Johnson added, "Fitzpatrick and Karcher really demonstrated their quickness and Reedie Spencer was a real asset all weekend in the back row." Johnson concluded, "It is always fun to get the chance to redeem yourself and the girls played with the intensity to get the job done.". The win over Shelby guaranteed at least a third place finish for Cut Bank. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
North Star rolls to a District 6C East title Nov 4, 2009
In Chinook, the District 6C East tournament gave three area teams the chance to move on to this week's divisional tournament, and it saw the North Star Knights capture a district championship ... The Sugarbeeters got 17 assists and two aces from Katie Diemert in the loss, and had to turn around and face Big Sandy for a chance to play North Star for the title. (Havre Daily News, MT)
College Basketball Preview - Northeast Conference Nov 4, 2009
The return of Ken Horton gives the program a chance to continue that run, as the 6-6 forward is regarded as one of the top players in the conference. Last season, Horton ranked third in the conference in scoring (16. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Decision day in Braintree for town council, school board Nov 4, 2009
I thought it would be good to give someone new a chance. MacCormack expressed a desire to mix it up a little bit to give some diversity as his reason for voting for Randolph, Barbuto, and Shaw as councilors at large. (Braintree Forum, MA)
IT budgets sacrificed despite rise in hack attacks Nov 4, 2009
Internationally, one in five companies reported a "security incident" in the past year and about 70 per cent believed there was a chance such an event could be serious enough to put them out of business, whether through the costs of rebuilding systems or the damage done to their reputation ... ASUS and Intel are giving you the chance to WIN an exclusive ASUS gaming pack valued at $3,047. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
SU field hockey earns undisputed title with win over Rutgers Nov 2, 2009
With her first real chance to address the program's fans at the end of a long and arduous regular season, Bradley chose her opening words carefully. The head coach could have used those first few seconds to reflect on the day's dominating effort in a 6-1 victory over Rutgers. (Daily Orange, NY)
Ball-hogging Maroons pin Loss on Goldbugs 21-14 Nov 1, 2009
Perry improved to 5-4 overall and 3-3 in the district and has an outside chance at a play-off spot if they can beat John Marshall next week. Meanwhile, Alva fell to 3-6 and 1-5 and hosts winless Fairview next Friday night. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
"This Is It" brings $20 mln on 1st day of screening Oct 30, 2009
Some 5,000 people had the chance to watch the long-expected documentary. On Wednesday it started screening to public for a limited two-week run. (Xinhuanet, China)
Runners close out season at Districts Oct 29, 2009
" BOYS INDIVIDUAL PLACINGS 19. Jacob Shaw 19:00 42. Bronson Mayse 19:49 58. Luther Thompson 20:29 61. Brian Good 20:38 67. Andrew Pierce 21:05 75. Austin Highland 21:19 79. Wyatt Westberg 21:27 Girls finish 8th The Ogden girls finished 8th with 207 points. "A few weeks ago we still thought the girls had an outside chance to qualify for the state meet as a team, but a few road bumps kept that from happening," said the Bulldog coach. "Olivia Diggs and Elly Adams weren't fully recovered from their... (Ogden Reporter, IA)
* Sports Briefs Oct 29, 2009
Theres a chance the Slovak could rejoin the team later in the trip if hes cleared by team doctors. The team said no other players have come down with the virus. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
10/28/2009, 9:14am Tough habit to break Oct 29, 2009
The pay-as-you-go idea sounds good but to have a chance of succeeding Congress would essentially have to go cold turkey on some of its favorite practices. That would mean an end to costly pork barrel projects that are popular back home but not necessarily important. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
ACORN, Former Official Plead Not Guilty in Nevada Oct 28, 2009
If that challenge fails, Stolworthy said, "at trial, we'll have a chance to present our witnesses. It won't just be what the government puts on.". If convicted, Busefink, a 27-year-old from Seminole, Fla. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Senior Night success: Ponies crush Conrad Oct 27, 2009
They played better, had some fun and even had a chance to do things a little differently. Cali Freier started as the setter, giving Hayley Donovan a chance to play as an outside hitter, something Donovan hasn t been able to do in a while. (Havre Daily News, MT)
One-and-done at Mid-Penns for Camp Hill and East Penn Oct 23, 2009
We started to attack and certainly had our chances and started to control the game ... We had a real good chance early that could have changed the game. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Herrick making right decisions Oct 22, 2009
Camped on the Grizzlies' 3-yard line, the Lumberjacks had a chance to send the game to a second overtime period. Instead, Herrick fired a throw that undid the other 48 that rolled off his fingers. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Corporate crime in America: Are you being served? Oct 22, 2009
Some of the Supreme Court s justices have clearly been itching for the chance to clarify (ie, narrow) the meaning of this law ... Indeed, Mr Skilling might stand a better chance of acquittal in a trial today, even in Houston, she adds, because his actions look so much less heinous in the light of subsequent events on Wall Street. (The Economist)
US sniper gets life for killings Oct 22, 2009
Washington sniper John Allen Muhammad has been given six life sentences without the chance of parole for a series of random killings in 2002. A jury in the state of Maryland convicted him on Tuesday after a six-week trial. (Yahoo News -- Beltway Sniper Shootings)
Nevada Judge Unseals Some Jackson Doctor Warrants Oct 22, 2009
Dont leave their future to chance and find top quality life insurance before its too late. Dont take chances when it comes to insuring your business. (Click2Houston, TX)
Countdown swaps: Braves, Falcons, MeAngelo and Marge Oct 21, 2009
One more thing, if UGA can hold Florida to under 20 points on Halloween then they have a chance. 90 s Florida 9-1 vs. UGA. 00 s Florida 7-2 vs. UGA soon to be 8-2. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Nevada Judge Reviewing Warrants In Jackson Case Oct 21, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Forecasted Temperatures. (KIRO TV, WA)
Seven local field hockey teams qualify for districts Oct 21, 2009
Cedar Cliff will also participate in the play-in round, taking on No. 12 Hershey (13-5) for a chance to play No. 5 Conrad Weiser (14-3). Because Carlisle is a high seed, it will play against the winner of Fridays Solanco-Central Dauphin game. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Newsweek: Can Alexa Chung help MTV find itself? Oct 20, 2009
Not long ago, New York's Times Square meant one thing for teenage tourists: a chance to see Carson Daly on Total Request Live, the megahit show that made a second generation chant those words that were music to executives' ears: "I want my MTV." Daly sat in a window-lit studio, one story above the sidewalk of Times Square and talked to music celebrities like or Justin Timberlake, before cutting to a Papa Roach video, or more likely, a commercial break. It was the epitome of New York tourism... (MSNBC -- Television)
Conrad pushes health co-ops; Specter says public option 'gaining momentum' Oct 19, 2009
said that the public option stood a good chance of passing and dismissed the notion that Republicans were being excluded from the process, noting that more than half of GOP amendments were accepted during markup. Sen. (TheHill.com)
Ursinus Holds Off Johns Hopkins, 16-14 Oct 18, 2009
Glenn Rocca posted 2. 5 sacks and paced a JHU defense that held Ursinus to just 133 yards of total offense. (Hopkinssports.com)
County tackles new, old Oct 16, 2009
The most important thing is that it gave people a chance to voice their opinions and vote on [the quiet zone. -- Approved road and bridge cooperative projects with local governmental entities for 2010, including work on the proposed Alpine Animal Shelter site. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Mich. governor can shift funds, but not by much Oct 16, 2009
If Granholm does make line-item vetoes, lawmakers will have a chance to override them. State law says two-thirds of legislators in both the House and Senate are needed for an override. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Air quality advisory remains greenOpen and outdoor burning prohibited in the air quality zone Oct 16, 2009
Click here to predict the winners of 20 high school, college and NFL football games for a chance to win $10. Click here to see full survey results. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Sanger man pleads no contest in DUI, murder Oct 15, 2009
"That chance at parole gives him hope," attorney Martin Taleisnik said. Rivera was driving a pickup in June when he sideswiped a Ford pickup before hitting a Honda Civic at Jensen and Armstrong avenues. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Supreme court to hear Skilling fraud appeal Oct 14, 2009
His lawyers said the former CEO broke into tears when he learned of his new chance at freedom ... His lawyers said the former CEO broke into tears when he learned of his new chance at freedom. (New York Post -- Business)
Saboteurs versus Nazis, minus the stereotypes Oct 14, 2009
On Friday, audiences will get a chance to judge the film for themselves when it features as a drawcard for the Nordic Film Festival. Max Manus fought Adolf Hitler's forces in Finland, then returned home to lead a group of saboteurs to battle them in his homeland. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
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David Hidalgo, a singer-songwriter for the Chicano rock band Los Lobos, said the concert is important because it gives performers "a chance to show a little bit of our culture." The group performed its hit "La Bamba." Marc Anthony, Pete Escovedo, his daughter Sheila E., and Tito "El Bambino" also performed. Sheila E. was musical director and leader of the house band. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Wednesday TV: United States Of Tara Oct 13, 2009
Here's a chance for The Wire's growing legion of fans to catch the fifth and final series ahead of its long-awaited launch on DVD. Of course, plenty of people have already acquired the DVD by various means and those who haven't may prefer to wait for its official release. As we've said before, The Wire is best experienced on DVD, due to its complexity, subtlety and nuanced characterisation not to mention the often impenetrable slang. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Cardinals on the offensive Oct 12, 2009
But I think they have a chance to do very well. Games to Watch. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Local prep swimmers gear up for state meet Oct 10, 2009
The extra week gave us a chance to talk with the kids to see what events they felt most comfortable in and we could then decide what would benefit the team the most. . (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Michael Carvell's Blog Oct 9, 2009
If Brookwood pulls off the upset, and there s always a chance, it would be one of the biggest wins in the coaching career of Mark Crews ... So you be the coach, do you rest your recovering star players for the big ESPNU game the following week or do chance re-injury by playing them too soon ... Fred you will get a chance to see Coach Conn mad again tomorrow night when Brookwood sends those redneck hillbillies back to hickville with an ass whooping. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Police Scheduled To Wrap Michael Jackson Death Investigation Next Week Oct 8, 2009
Singer's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, still sole focus (VHI.com -- Music News)
Congressional Dems get bad news from Gallup Oct 8, 2009
I had the chance to talk to parents from a school today in a group that included the bus drivers as well, and virtually all of them thought that vaccination had some chance of giving you H1N1, and many of them were afraid of it. That s not the case. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Braves drop season finale in 15 innings Oct 5, 2009
"We were hoping to go out on a good note today. But you never know what's going to happen during the last game of the season. We just fell short. For me, I felt pretty good going out there and giving us a pretty good chance to win.". Hudson, who remains hopeful that he could return next season with a deal that would void the $12 million option in his current contract, took advantage of a Washington lineup that was absent Ryan Zimmerman and Adam Dunn. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
LETTER: Logistics will doomgovernment-run system Oct 3, 2009
But, a positive does come from Obama being out of the White House for yet another day, that's less of a chance he will screw something else up. He will probably need a vacation when he gets back, all that hard work makes a president tired. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Health Care Bill Nears Key Milestone Oct 3, 2009
The key milestone is that we are moving closer and closer to is getting a chance to finally vote down one of the most destructive pieces of legislation this Country has ever faced ... Carper said if Americans were given the chance to read the actual text of the bill he believes they would decide that it made little sense for either them. (CBS News)
Jeff PearlmanPEARLS OF WISDOM Oct 3, 2009
To stand a chance of lasting 60 days, you need the So. Two Sos if the Lakers trade Odom to Milwaukee. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
GAME REPORT: Nationals 2, Braves 1 Oct 2, 2009
"I don't think any of them (milestones) are more special than the others, it's just an accomplishment you have a chance to reach when you play a lot of years," Anderson said of his mark. Tommy Hanson also got a no-decision, as he went seven innings and yielded a run on five hits with nine strikeouts to two walks. (USA Today -- Sports)
When Braves strike out, they go for broke Oct 2, 2009
Right off the bat, you can eliminate Cincy, Cleveland, KC, Minnesota, and the Pittsburgh from likely destinations because of money and/or likelihood that acquiring Vazquez will make any bit of a difference in their chances of success, and also remove the White Sox because of his history with that franchise ... Hey DOB, In light of the Brewers flameout so far today, is there any chance they would shut down Hanson since they re worried about his arm and innings totals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Autopsy: Jackson Healthy Before Overdose Oct 2, 2009
Jackson Autopsy Could Pose Problems For His Doctor - Entertainment News Story - KIRO Seattle. Current conditions for local cities. (KIRO TV, WA)
Nolasco fans 9 straight, finishes with 16 Ks Oct 2, 2009
Trying to make a late push for the playoffs, the Braves rallied for two runs in the ninth inning and had a chance to win after loading the bases with two outs. But Atlanta lost its second straight when Matt Diaz got hung up between third and home following a low pitch that squirted away from catcher Ronny Paulino. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Playoffs or not, Braves strong finish bodes well for future Oct 1, 2009
That combined with him getting ALL of the prime AB s in the 3-hole all season long, have hurt this team s chances of winning, more than they ve helped them ... Gotta get a top flight, you have no chance when you face him closer ... maybe this too little too late run will teach the Braves of 2 fundamental facts #1 always put your best 9 on the field every game (the Braves did not do that this season) and #2 play all 162 games like each is important (the Braves lost the chance at the post-season... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Marlin strikes out 9 straight Oct 1, 2009
Trying to make a late push for the playoffs, the Braves rallied for two runs in the ninth inning and had a chance to win after loading the bases with two outs. But Atlanta lost its second straight when Matt Diaz got hung up between third and home following a low pitch that squirted away 000024DE from catcher Ronny Paulino. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Horse Doctors Oct 1, 2009
Democrats see a chance to clear the path to a single-payer government-run system. Dr. David Gratzer, a physician who has practiced in Canada's government-run system, made that clear on these pages three months ago. (Investors Business Daily)
Bret Harte off to surprising start Sep 30, 2009
We're like a bunch of kids on Christmas morning, waking up early to look for Santa Claus, waiting for our chance to open that present. Hopefully it's a good Christmas. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
How would the public option outcompete private enterprise? Sep 30, 2009
This tool, however, is not easy to use and would likely blow any chance to gain GOP support, not to mention create a situation that would make it very difficult to pass broader healthcare reform ... I do believe that the Senate Finance bill will have to be merged with the HELP bill in the Senate, and that the same amendments defeated today will have a much better chance on the floor, and in conference where the House won t budge off a public option. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Senate panel begins tough health care work Sep 24, 2009
(09-23) 04:00 PDT Washington - -- If the Senate Finance Committee can pass a health care bill this week or next, President Obama and his fellow Democrats stand a chance of enacting the historic remaking of the U.S. health care system they have promised. But the panel's first public deliberations Tuesday showed how precarious that effort is. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Senate Cloaks Obamacare Sep 24, 2009
It s far worse not to put it in writing so everyone has a chance to read it ... Instead, he s pushing to rush the bill to the Senate floor next week, furthering undercutting any chance for people even to see the details, much less understand them. (Human Events Online)
No compassion for sick illegal immigrants Sep 23, 2009
nor do I fool people that have given me a chance to succeed ... These employers want the labor support of their business endeavors without providing a reasonable chance for their workers to procure adequate health care ... My grandparents immigrated from Ireland in the 1920 s. They just wanted a chance to be here. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Max Baucus wants to come home Sep 23, 2009
"This bill would fix that ... No one should go bankrupt because they get sick. This bill would fix that." He implicitly challenged the Republicans who -- despite all the chances he gave them -- never signed on to his dream of a bipartisan bill: "Our actions here, this week, will determine whether we are courageous and skillful enough to seize the opportunity to change things for the better.". If Democrats can hold together through the rest of the week (and maybe longer) as the committee works... (Salon)
Health care reform slogs through Senate panel Sep 23, 2009
(09-23) 04:00 PDT Washington - -- If the Senate Finance Committee can pass a health care bill this week or next, President Obama and his fellow Democrats stand a chance of enacting the historic remaking of the U.S. health care system they have promised ... Senate panel begins tough health care work Articles If the Senate Finance Committee can pass a health care bill this week or next, President Obama and his fellow Democrats stand a chance of enacting the historic remaking of the U.S. health... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Snowe Only Solid GOP Vote for Healthcare Sep 23, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) _ After months of fruitless bipartisan negotiations, the Senate Finance committee got to work Tuesday on a sweeping health care overhaul that's seen as having the best chance of any plan to make history by delivering on President Barack Obama's top domestic priority. Finance Chairman Max Baucus, D-Mont. (Newsmax)
"Mad Men" Episode 3x6 Sep 23, 2009
Don is obviously formulating a plan, but whether he intends to use this opportunity to stage a coup at Sterling Cooper or as a chance to leave the agency is anyone s guess. The meeting is interrupted by a phone call from Joan, whose last official act is to make sure Don can manage the crisis at the hospital as Guy s foot is amputated. (Suite101.com)
Senators to start work on revised health care bill Sep 22, 2009
El Gabilon wrote on Sep 8, 2009 2:49 PM:" As we understand it, Medicare pays 80% and the remainder is paid for by ones supplemental insurance. Secondly in order to get the rich to pay their fair share of taxes, it is up to us as citizens to write, email, call, demand, etc. that the congress sees that it is done. When the demand is great you have a chance, when it is not forgedaboudit. We do not agree with fines for people who do not have health insurance. We believe it is in the best interests... (Longview Daily News, WA)