Christmas 101: Kids' point of view Dec 10, 2007
30-day news archives. " Tim Shortt, FLORIDA TODAY Some say Christmas is for children. Small wonder. The lights in their eyes and the magical whimsy in their voices this time of year is undeniable. They embody the Christmas spirit in their hopes, dreams and wishes for the season.Children usually have their own strong convictions about the holidays, Christmas, Santa and what it all means.We talked to second-graders at Atlantis Elementary in Port St. John to find out what they each think about... (Florida Today)
Fort Hood Medic Helps Stepfather Ship Trees To Troops Dec 9, 2007
Ward founded Operation Christmas Tree last year ago to cheer up his deployed stepdaughter and a few dozen of her fellow soldiers in Iraq. The project has blossomed into a national campaign that shipped 5,000 trees this season. (KWTX.com, TX)
Perfect choice Dec 8, 2007
Cheer up, lighten up and celebrate your knew found leader. He will be fun to watch and good luck for 11/12ths of your regular season in 2008. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Sikhs fail to see funny side of phone jokes Dec 5, 2007
Two years ago, a scene in the Bollywood film Shabd, involving Zayed Khan trying to cheer up Aishwarya Rai by selling a Sardarji joke, was cut on the order of the censor board after protests by Sikhs. The latest controversy has stirred up emotions among India's minorities living in a Hindu-majority country, who claim that the line between wit and bigotry has been crossed. (Times Online)
Reality check: Hooray for Helio! Dec 1, 2007
"It's OK, baby, we'll make a million dollars another way," Jason says, trying to cheer up his girlfriend. "Amazing Race" airs Sunday after "60 Minutes" on CBS.. (Stamford Advocate)
Pinks and pastels: Thailand honors king's 80th birthday by dressing like him Nov 30, 2007
Others say the king is trying to cheer up his subjects. "Thai people are so worried about the king,'' said Suchada Kiranandana, the president of Bangkok's prestigious Chulalongkorn University who is also affiliated with Phufa. "When he came out of the hospital in a bright, warm color, the people were so happy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Striking Hollywood writers seem to be winning public relations battle Nov 26, 2007
To help cheer up striking members - and to keep reporters interested - the WGA helped organize impromptu concerts. Alicia Keyes headlined a rally last Tuesday that shut down Hollywood Boulevard. (International Herald Tribune)
LA Auto Show: Driving Hondas Fuel-Cell FCX Nov 25, 2007
L.A. Auto Show: Driving Hondas Fuel-Cell FCX - Wheels - Autos - New York Times Blog. November 24, 2007, 9:41 am. (New York Times)
The name's Norton. Graham Norton. Nov 19, 2007
As for the cross-dressing, he doesn't think too much should be made of it: 'I was a tiny cross-dresser, under four, and my sister had prettier clothes - I was just trying to cheer up a dull outfit. . (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
CAMPUS CLICKS: Least scary mascots Nov 17, 2007
SI.com - SI On Campus - Campus Clicks: November 16, 2007 - Friday November 16, 2007 11:38AM. Posted: Friday November 16, 2007 11:38AM; Updated: Friday November 16, 2007 11:57AM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Paradise lost? Nov 15, 2007
Snowdon will replace Ben Nevis as Britain's highest mountain, which will cheer up Welsh people. True, Britain will have much less coastline, skiing and hiking than currently, but Britons will probably get over these losses, not least because Britain's midge population will shrink massively. (Guardian Unlimited)
Dedicated veteran serves troops Nov 10, 2007
Such USO efforts really cheer up the troops, he says. What raises Duquemin's spirits, in the face of this current conflict, is the quality of the volunteer Army. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
33 comments Oct 29, 2007
That, more than anything else, should cheer up Republicans and give them hope for 2008. Ms. Rubin, a HumanEvents. (Human Events Online)
Long-'dead' husband turns up alive Oct 24, 2007
I'm 51 wrote on Oct 23, 2007 8:09 PM:" And still living with, and loving my wife. The reason this stuff makes headlines is because it's so rare. So, Just move on, cheer up. If he's that impossible to live with, then maybe you need to move on! ". To: Just. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Viacom's Bet on Web Diversity Oct 20, 2007
If maybe I'd had a bad week and need a laugh to cheer up. Does Comedy Central (or BET, or Nickoledeon) put money in my pocket or help me do a better job at work more than watching CNBC.. (BusinessWeek)
Watts' figure is 'solid' Oct 18, 2007
She said, "Good classic lines can also help cheer up an out-of-shape body.". The 'King Kong' star hosted the launch of the fashion house's spring/summer 2008 collection in a basement of the University of Westminster where she mingled with guests including Bianca Jagger and Mary-Kate Olsen. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Huge all-day FESTIVAL is set for Saturday in Old Mill Park. Oct 18, 2007
com - New entertainment site. " Created by USA Weekend magazine, Make a Difference Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Saturday in October. It is the largest national day dedicated to helping others. Thousands of towns have participated throughout the 16 years the event has been held; anyone is eligible to get involved. Fredericksburg companies The Free Lance-Star, Kloke-Mayflower, Minnieland and JumpWorks have chosen to celebrate the occasion by being part of Saturday's event. Proceeds... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
A Death in the Funny Pages Stirs Controversy Oct 17, 2007
The problem is that the entire purpose of the funnies (as we called them in my family when I was a child)is to cheer up the reader. The Funky Winkerbean strip used to be enjoyable although perhaps not special or memorable. (New York Times)
General Releases Oct 17, 2007
- May 11, 2005 Photos - Clinic Photos - Spurgeon Center Gallery - Extra Credit - Spurgeon Center Gallery - Fifty-Eight Student-Athletes Honored - Classroom Honors - Stephanie White Night - Drew And Gene - In The Classroom - Spurgeon Center Gallery - Spurgeon Center Gallery - Hillsey, Paul Garner Big Ten Medal of Honor - Frequently Asked Questions - 2006-07 SPIRIT SQUAD TRYOUT INFORMATION - 2005 NCA Nationals Photo Gallery - Cheer TV - Nationals Ranking - Cheer On - Forty-Two Student-Athletes... (Purduesports.com)
Clown arrested for child porn in Springfield; he used to be a cop Oct 13, 2007
Carlock reportedly told investigators he had traveled to House of Joy before and that he also had visited an orphanage in Mexico in 2002, where he clowned in order to cheer up orphans. A Web site indicates Carlock and his wife go by the names of Klutzo and Smilee when performing as clowns and that they have been in the clowning business for at least 10 years. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Marks' off-key ego hurts Jake Oct 10, 2007
Cheer up, Jake - there's always The Singing Bee. Share this article (). (NEWS.com.au)
PS3 price cut won't affect format war Oct 10, 2007
PS3 price cut won't affect format war. Author: Phil Cogar Published: 8th Oct 2007. (bit-tech.net)
Chip Towers' blog Oct 7, 2007
I ll try to cheer up my UGA grad pizza delivery boy when he comes by. To Hell With Georgia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Blazers fans sign giant get-well card for Oden Sep 27, 2007
It gave fans a chance to cheer up Oden as he recovered from season ending knee surgery. KGW photo. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Chipper and Braves take it to final week Sep 26, 2007
If the Braves lose to Philly this week, the hope is that Mets continue to bend over for the Nats and lose out to the Phils in the NL East by 1 game at the end of the season It will truly be a glorious day here at the Braves blog searching for NY Mets fans to cheer up. By Shaun. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Foo Fighters: Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace Sep 25, 2007
There are other obvious singles on deck featuring the staple Foo Fighters sound, such as Cheer up Boys (Your Makeup is Running) , Long Road to Ruin and my favorite, Let it Die. But even with such familiar Foo fare, there is a new dynamic to these songs that provides more listenability than any of their previous albums: melodic texture. (Crave Online)
Listen Up: 'Echoes' and new sounds from Foo Fighters Sep 25, 2007
Familiar Foos gold arrives in the whale-catching hooks and explosive punch of The Pretender, the hyper power pop of Cheer Up, Boys (Your Makeup Is Running) and push/pull dynamics of slow-building rocker But, Honestly. The Foos prove predictable on a few songs that echo the past. (USA Today -- Life)
Sign giant "Get Well Greg Oden" card at Southridge-Grant game Sep 22, 2007
Fans of Portland's number one draft pick can help cheer up Greg Oden by signing a life-sized Get Well Greg card, starting Friday night at the Southridge-Grant Football game. GregodenOnline. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
LOST IN AUSTEN Sep 21, 2007
It's primarily designed to cheer up Sylvia (Amy Brenneman), whose husband of two decades (Jimmy Smits) has just dumped her. Besides Bernadette, Sylvia and Sylvia's daredevil lesbian daughter Allegra (Maggie Grace), the group includes their longtime friend Jocelyn (Maria Bello), a dog breeder who is mourning the death of a favorite pet. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Harry delivers heartfelt tribute to Diana Sep 20, 2007
Why Jose Mourinho should cheer up. Cartoons. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
Wyche's blog Sep 17, 2007
But of course the haters will blame it on Michael Vick Cheer up Atlanta, your getting just what you asked for. By Furious Falc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The NFL took the easy way out in failing to suspend Patriots coach Bill Belichick. Sep 15, 2007
SI.com - Writers - Dr. Z: NFL takes easy way out in punishing Patriots - Friday September 14, 2007 4:45PM. Taking the easy way out. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
A pastry palace and more Sep 13, 2007
Movies Restaurants Food Events Music Theater/Arts TV Books Celebrity news Games. Display cases at the Spotted Apron show off some of the many delicious pastries and baked goods. (Boston Globe)
Revving Up For Fall - Can Hitman Vlad Guerrero Lead the Angels to the World Series? Check Out the New Issue of ESPN The Magazine Sep 13, 2007
CHEER UP, IT'S FINALLY FALL. After one crazy summer (the home run chase, dogfighting, refs gone wild), The Magazine has 21 (tailgating, MLB postseason, USC Song Girls) reasons why fans should be excited for the fall. THIS IS HOW HE ROLLS. Forget the race track. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Joy, Outrage Over Hannah Montana Concert Sep 7, 2007
That doesn't do much to cheer up 7-year-old Willow Spivey. She won't get to see her favorite performer when she comes to Oklahoma City. (Click2Houston, TX)
The lessons of life Sep 5, 2007
If you're having a bad day, cheer up and think of poor Manuel Noriega. What. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Cubin's husband 'critical' Sep 2, 2007
Factoid wrote on Aug 10, 2007 8:19 AM:" Rance, Darce, Little Ronnie,or whoever you are this week, I am headed for a Cruie to St John's and St John's for 7 days so I know you will miss me. I will be back sun burned, a little hung over, and refreshed. Don't lose that hate in the meantime. It ha sbeen way too much fun. Wyosavvy, cheer up in the meantime. Disgusted Wyomingite you should have a job by the time I get back. Imagine, Paid vacaton to go on a cruise, no it was not a company paid trip. ".... (Casper Star-Tribune)
'Mr. Bean's Holiday' Aug 24, 2007
Attempts to cheer up the boy, Stepan (Max Baldry), are unsuccessful. Mr. Bean speaks only gibberish. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Aug 23, 2007
EDCHINA (Dale McFeatters, SHNS) -- You may not like your job, but cheer up: You could always be a Chinese coal miner. 300. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Pink Is All-White At V Aug 20, 2007
Sporting a white-blonde hairdo - and looking mighty fine, may we say - Pink belted out some hits to cheer up the soggy revellers at Hylands Park, Chelmsford. We were among the 180,000 music fans who turned up to rock the weekend away, getting down and shaking our muddy little tail feathers to the likes of the Foo Fighters, Snow Patrol, Lily Allen, Kanye West, The Fratellis, Kasabian and Babyshambles. (Sky News)
Today in History August 19 Aug 19, 2007
Thought for Today: Cheer up. The worst is yet to come. (MSNBC -- Race)
* Cheer up with Chen Aug 17, 2007
Taipei Times - archives. Enter your search terms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Foo Fighters rock steady Aug 15, 2007
And although some might interpret the new album's "Cheer Up Boys, Your Make-Up Is Running" as a swipe at eyeliner-wearing emo bands, Hawkins insists Grohl really is as nice as everyone says he is, especially when in the company of other artists. "Dave will be the first one to have a beer and a shot backstage," he says. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hinson: How well do you know Elvis? Aug 13, 2007
In the oddball 1988 film "Heartbreak Hotel," a teenager in 1972 kidnaps Elvis and brings him home to cheer up his depressed, single mom (played by real-life Elvis co-star and love interest Tuesday Weld). Once Elvis (David Keith) gets over being a captive, he adjusts to the simple life by mowing the front yard. (Tallahassee.com)
Bow Barracks Forever Jul 31, 2007
The spoken word is constantly harsh and the songs (composed partly by the director) cheer up up only fpr a few seconds. Largely the narrative scans the dilapidated tenement with ruthless directness. (SantaBanta.com)
Why do kids love Thomas? Jul 26, 2007
He wanted to cheer up his son Christopher, who had measles. Thomas the Tank Engine has evolved beyond the books that Awdry wrote: the little train is now a global multi-million pound franchise embracing television series, films, videos and merchandising that includes duvet covers and spaghetti shapes, though ideally not together. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Dustin Pedroia's swing is too big for his 5-9 frame, but he rarely fails to make contact. Jul 19, 2007
Well that should cheer up everybody in Birdland. Of course, you make all good points here, but hey, there's hope: the A's actually traded Jason Kendall. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Fond farewell to shock jock Jul 14, 2007
"But he surprised me last year when I was so sick in hospital. "He called me personally to say, `Cheer up, you'll get through it. . (Melbourne Herald Sun)
E3 07: MGS4 delayed until 2008 Jul 13, 2007
Konami's highly anticipated PS3 title is pushed back to 2008; new trailer shows worldwide release will now come "early 2008.". By , Posted Jul 11, 2007 1:39 pm PT. (GameSpot)
Foo Fighters enter new territory on sixth album Jul 11, 2007
Among the rockers sure to sizzle in arenas this fall are opener The Pretender ("It's a stomping Foo Fighters uptempo song, with a little bit of Chuck Berry in it") and Cheer Up Boys, Your Makeup Is Running ("That will make festival grounds stomp really hard"). At the other end of the spectrum, The Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners finds Grohl and guest guitarist Kaki King flexing their fingerpicking. (Stuff.co.nz)
Clouds and grizzles but little thunder or lightning Jul 9, 2007
That many players walked around with their own dark clouds did not help cheer up things. Forced to spend hours in the locker room or cafeteria playing computer games or fiddling with their mobile phones when most would have much preferred to be doing exactly the same things at home, some fumed about the decision not to play on the rest day. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Celebrating the American promise Jul 8, 2007
It is impossible not to cheer up at Ekalaka or Moab. We have the national park system, which may be the greatest thing America ever invented. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
SUMMER CONCERT IN THE MUD FOR 200,000! Jun 23, 2007
"Cheer up, love," shouts a fat bearded man in a tight pink dress. "This is the best weekend of the year.". (The Drudge Report)
Exploring Emotions Through Colour Jun 20, 2007
Students Improvise Movement As Reaction To Colour Prompts. These improvisations may help you and your students explore the way colour effects our relationship to movement and self expression. (Suite101.com)
Underage driver in fatal crash cited for beer before Jun 16, 2007
"She was always the one who told me to cheer up," Davis said. "Whenever the bills would get too high, she would always say, 'Mom, at least we can afford it. Some people can't.'"She just worked and went to school and loved her fianc and her life and all of her friends. (Pensacola News Journal)
Lil' Bush, Lil' Condi on TV tonight Jun 13, 2007
30-day news archives. " says Lil' George between explosions. "It's got 'Dad' right in it. (Florida Today)
Lil' Bush' takes a cartoon look Jun 12, 2007
On the premiere (Wednesday at 10:30 p.m), Lil' George and his chums go to Iraq in hopes of tracking down some good news about the war to cheer up his dad for Father's Day. But once they arrive, where will the kids look. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Lil Bush takes cartoon look at president Jun 12, 2007
On the premiere (Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. EDT), Lil George and his chums go to Iraq in hopes of tracking down some good news about the war to cheer up his dad for Fathers Day. But once they arrive, where will the kids look. (MSNBC -- News)
O'Brien's blog Jun 9, 2007
I was told to cheer up, they could be worse I cheered up and sure enough, they got worse ... As bad as things may appear right now, cheer up Braves fans, it s probably going to get worse. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Windows to Bonds' soul: Three friends who know Barry best Jun 1, 2007
Bonds, they say, anonymously donates computers to inner-city Los Angeles schools and money to children's hospitals and recently spent half a day with a stranger (Mike Weitz) who lost a lung to cancer, trying to cheer up his three children. "If you were there, if you saw just what he meant to those kids and that family," Marine says, "it would blow you away. He did it as a favor to me, and when I asked, all he said was, 'Jeff, you know my dad died of lung cancer. You tell me what I can do.' ". (USA Today -- Sports)
Reflections on Happiness by My 91-Year-Old Dad May 24, 2007
Always try to cheer up the other fellow. Learn to think straight, analyze things, be sure you have all the facts before concluding, and always spend less than you earn. (Townhall.com)
ART takes audiences on a dark journey in 'No Man's Land' May 18, 2007
Asking that of Pinter is a bit like wishing Beckett would just cheer up. But if you go in knowing that you will not know -- and willing to grant Pinter his maddeningly exclusive interest in male experience -- "No Man's Land" can open up into a provocative reflection on loneliness, aging, and our inevitable appointment with death. (Boston Globe)
Test series, over-by-over: England v West Indies May 18, 2007
"Cheer up Mike, it could be worse," says Olly Cooper, who is, of course, correct. "It could be 1999 and we would be the ones staring down the barrel of a one-sided spanking. Perhaps you decadant types at GU towers have gorged yourself on a daily diet of sporting truffles to the extent that you've forgotten the joy of watching and writing about sport for a living. I can just see it now - chaise longues, peeled grapes and goblets of Relentless all round." Smyth, incidentally, has left the building... (Guardian Unlimited)
Send in the clown May 17, 2007
But when she wasn't blogging, she was wearing stilts and trying to cheer up Iraq's traumatised children. She tells Emine Saner why she risked her life for total strangers. (Guardian Unlimited)
Brown needs a contest May 16, 2007
Her manner is a tad too grating: she's that character you find in every office, falsely chirpy, constantly demanding people cheer up and with a sign above her computer declaring, "You don't have to be mad to work here, but it helps". More important, she has probably branded herself as too much of a Blairite, right down to her endorsement from John Reid. (Guardian Unlimited)