Prince Harry leads Diana tributes Dec 2, 2008
" Prince William, who was 15 when Diana died, gave a reading from St Paul's letter to the Ephesians which asked for inner strength. The Royal Family were cheered as they arrived at the chapel Diana's sister, Lady Sarah McCorquodale, also gave a reading. The service included Diana's favourite classical music by composers Rachmaninov and Mozart and four hymns, concluding with Diana's favourite, I Vow To Thee, My Country. The service also included two prayers written by Archbishop of Canterbury... (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
'Guardian, friend and protector' Dec 2, 2008
Even late in the afternoon a large throng was gathered around the gates of Kensington Palace, Diana's former home and the site of the biggest outpouring of grief after her death. Whatever the hopes of the bishop of London, William and Harry, many Britons refuse to accept Diana's death was an accident - shortly before the service began a Channel 4 News poll was released showing that a quarter of Britons still believe Diana was murdered. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
'I get my kicks from plastic bricks' Dec 2, 2008
They start their working day at 7am, before the park opens its gates, when existing models are checked for wear and tear and made safe for visitors. They then spend time coming up with new ideas for attractions, designing them and making them a colourful reality. (BBC News -- UK)
Obama taps Clinton, Gates for US 'new dawn' abroad Dec 2, 2008
Obama taps Clinton, Gates for US 'new dawn' abroad. Article:Obama taps Clinton, Gates for US 'new dawn' abroad:/n/a/2008/11/30/national/w094638S95 ... DTL Article:Obama taps Clinton, Gates for US 'new dawn' abroad:/n/a/2008/11/30/national/w094638S95. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Obama taps Clinton, Gates for his security team Dec 2, 2008
"I believe that 16 months is the right timeframe," Obama said at a news conference with Clinton and Robert Gates, whom he is keeping on as defense secretary, as well as other appointees ... Most striking in that regard was the sight of Obama side by side with Clinton, whose foreign-policy judgment and credentials he questioned just months ago, and Gates, who for the past two years has run the war Obama condemned for a president he denounced ... Besides formally announcing Clinton's nomination,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Foreign policy shift ahead? Dec 2, 2008
Defense Secretary Robert Gates at the seventh Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31. Gates has agreed to stay in his job when president-elect Barack Obama takes office in January ... Dec. 1: In what may be the worst kept secret in Washington, President-elect Obama unveiled his new national security team, including nominees Hillary Clinton for secretary of state and Robert Gates to stay on as defense secretary. (MSNBC -- Politics)
CHARGERS: Turn(er) for the worse Dec 2, 2008
"This one hurts," dejected tight end Antonio Gates said ... "The way we played today was very disappointing to us as (men) and to our fans," Gates said ... "To see it happening, knowing what situation we're in, knowing we can't afford a loss, it's just really frustrating," Gates said. (North County Times)
Palin concludes Ga. sweep Dec 2, 2008
Liberals angry Gates is staying ... Gates happens to be the MOST qualified, AND for obvious reasons it s good politics ... Robert Gates: Wrong Man for the Job posted by Katrina vanden Heuvel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hillary, yes; Bill, no Dec 2, 2008
His decision to continue Robert Gates as Secretary of Defense and to bring on retired Marine General James L. Jones, a McCain supporter, as national security adviser, aggravate the looney Left, but they send the right signal on Iraq and Afghanistan that this administration is not inclined to manage for defeat ... Lest I let the note go uncredited, I agree that Gates and Jones are superior appointments; credit Chauncey with judgment to obtain expertise where he seemingly needs it most ... The... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hillary Clinton confirmed as Barack Obama's secretary of state Dec 2, 2008
Robert Gates, a George Bush appointment, has agreed to stay on as Defence Secretary, and General Jim Jones will be National Security Adviser ... He was also referring to Senator Obama's decision to retain Robert Gates as Defence Secretary. (The Age, Australia)
Obama picks a well-tested team Dec 2, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton for secretary of state and keeping Robert Gates on at the Pentagon ... Gates, a cold warrior who once headed the CIA, needs to fit in, too ... The Gates pick shouldn't be overlooked. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Clinton stars in Obama team Dec 2, 2008
No matter that on one side stood the first African-American attorney-general of the US, Eric Holder, and the long-standing Bush Administration official Robert Gates, who has agreed to stay on to end the Iraq war he has been running for two years. Or that on the other side she was dwarfed by Jim Jones, a former supreme allied commander of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, a physically imposing former marine who makes Mr Obama look puny. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Security advisor Dec 2, 2008
The selection of Jones will elevate another foreign policy moderate to a team that will include Robert Gates as defense secretary and Hillary Rodham Clinton as secretary of state ... Jones will also be expected to mediate between rivals, particularly in dealing with Gates, who has his own power base at the Pentagon, and with Clinton, who has told friends that she does not expect the national security adviser to stand between her and the president ... But what is unclear, experts said, is how... (Xinhuanet, China)
PRI's ''The World'' Tracks the Arduous Route of an AIDS Treatment Drug from an Indian Manufacturer to an Ivory Coast Patient Dec 2, 2008
Support for PRI's "The World" comes from Merck, the Medtronic Foundation and the Capital Group Companies; by grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the National Science Foundation; and by the PRI Program Fund, whose contributors include the Ford Foundation and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. About Public Radio International. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Obama White House Needs More Black Reporters Dec 2, 2008
By Henry Louis Gates Jr.. By Alice Walker. (Slate)
Obituary: Lisa M. Anselmo Dec 2, 2008
Ms. Anselmo attended the Gates Elementary School and the R.J. Grey Junior High School. She graduated from the Mass. (Acton Beacon, MA)
President-Elect Barack Obama Picks Senator Hillary Clinton As Secretary Of State Dec 2, 2008
Also plans to keep Bush's defense secretary, Robert Gates; names other appointments. by Gil Kaufman. (VHI.com -- Music News)
eBay Companies See Black Friday Shoppers Clicking for Great Deals Dec 1, 2008
The terrorist attacks that killed more than 180 people in Mumbai last week has strained India's already tenuous relationship with Pakistan, as India investigates its neighbor's alleged ties to the massacre ... The officials said Obama is expected to confirm he is keeping Robert Gates as defense secretary and will name retired Marine Gen. Jim Jones as national security adviser ... Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is adding her name to the list of big-name surrogates who are making campaign cameos in the... (WELT ONLINE)
Burgers paid for by mobile phone Dec 1, 2008
Gates are currently being installed at Marylebone station which will scan phones. In Japan, DoCoMo set up a service which allows customers to use their handsets as a credit card. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
Obama Turns To Friends, Foes For Posts Dec 1, 2008
Obama plans to appear at a morning news conference Monday in Chicago to announce Democratic primary rival Hillary Rodham Clinton as his secretary of state and say that President George W. Bush's defense secretary, Robert Gates, is staying on. Democratic officials said Obama would name Washington lawyer Eric Holder as attorney general and Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano as homeland security secretary. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
MILITARY: Marines face 'profound' differences in Afghanistan (777) Dec 1, 2008
"Defense Secretary Robert Gates recently said he would like to see three additional brigade combat teams ---- at least 12,000 troops ---- sent to Afghanistan well before the country's September elections.Over the last 18 months, the U.S. and NATO countries have increased their troop count in Afghanistan by 20,000, and commanders have asked for an additional 20,000, including 3,000 as soon as possible to bolster training of fledgling police forces.During his visit, Helland took part in several... (North County Times)
Glastonbury's future 'is assured' Dec 1, 2008
Glastonbury first opened its gates in 1970, when T Rex headlined. Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis says the music festival will never lose its licence because it has become too important to the local economy. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'60 Minutes' report: How online gamblers unmasked cheaters Dec 1, 2008
" But we didn't have that much trouble locating Hamilton. He seems to be holed up at his home in Las Vegas behind the security gates of an exclusive golfing community. Last week, we called his house and were told by a woman that answered the phone that he would be back in a little while. We left a message, but he hasn't returned the call. "If you hadn't investigated this on your own, you think it'd still be going on. " Kroft asks Witteles. "I'm sure it would be going on," Witteles says. "The... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
A handpicked team for a foreign policy shift Dec 1, 2008
Yet all three of his choices Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton as the rival turned secretary of state; General James Jones, the former NATO commander, as national security adviser, and Robert Gates, the current and future defense secretary were selected in large part because they have embraced a sweeping shift of resources in the national security arena ... Obama's best political cover may come from Gates, the former Central Intelligence Agency director and veteran of the cold war, who just months... (International Herald Tribune)
Obama Finalizes National Security Team Dec 1, 2008
In addition to his announcement of Hillary Clinton as secretary of state, Obama is expected to keep President Bush's Defense Secretary Robert Gates; Eric Holder is expected to be named as attorney general and Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano as homeland security secretary ... But when they arrived, they found 21-year-old Rhian Smith of Gates had been shot to death ... Gates Chili took on Orchard Park and Leroy faced off against the Oaktan Knights. (R News)
Study Lists Cell Phone-Addicted Cities Dec 1, 2008
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Monday December 01, 2008. (R News)
Refill of vanished Wis. lake about to begin Dec 1, 2008
Meanwhile, workers renovated the Lake Delton dam, improving its spillways and gates to allow more water to pass through. Diehl said the dam should now be able to withstand a 1,000-year storm. (Yahoo News)
Obama bets on diplomacy Dec 1, 2008
At a news conference today, in addition to Clinton, Gates and Jones, Obama also plans to name Washington lawyer Eric Holder as attorney general, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano as homeland security secretary and campaign foreign policy adviser Susan Rice as U.N. ambassador ... Defense secretary: Robert Gates, staying in his current post ... Hillary Rodham Clinton as the rival turned secretary of state, Gen. James L. Jones, the former NATO commander as national security adviser, and Robert M.... (News & Observer)
Piecing Together the Mumbai Puzzle Dec 1, 2008
Hillary Clinton, who will be Obama's secretary of state, Gen. James Jones, his national security adviser, and Defense Secretary Robert Gates have all said the country should increase the number of diplomats and aid workers it sends out into the world to prevent conflicts and help rebuild failed states. Despite this broad agreement, it's still unclear where the money would come from for this expansion and whether Obama would be able to carry out this shift successfully while increasing the number... (Slate)
Hip in the Square Nov 30, 2008
After all, the gates of Harvard College open into the square, releasing the youthful scholars from the rigors of thought to the carefree hedonism of food, drink - and cool new jeans. Moreover, Harvard itself has crept out of its yard and into the streets. (Boston Globe)
Success: effort plus situation Nov 30, 2008
"That is just the first parable in a book that all educators should read. Others follow. There is the fact that children from disadvantaged homes perform less well at school than children from middle-class homes, but only when you measure their progress over the entire year. If you make the same measurements without the long summer holidays, when children from wealthier homes can exploit their greater educational opportunities, the difference is marginal. Rather than fretting about resources and... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Gameday Blog - Wake Forest vs. Vanderbilt Nov 30, 2008
There have been 195,680 fans file through the gates at BBady this season. The record for a single season is 197,911 so Wake will likely draw the 2,232 fans tonight to set a new record. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wedding party dissolves in fear Nov 30, 2008
As news spread that terrorists were roaming the streets of Mumbai, firing indiscriminately, guests were instructed not to leave the premises, the gates of the reception venue were shut, the band silenced and some exterior lights switched off, so as not to attract attention ... For an hour or so, we remained glued to our cell phones, trying to decipher rumor from reality about what was unfolding beyond the gates. (Florida Times-Union)
Obama reassures nervous nation on ailing economy Nov 29, 2008
He is expected to announce he has asked Defense Secretary Robert Gates to remain at the Pentagon for a year ... Defense Secretary Robert Gates. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
'You Are Hear,' dancing in the terminal at SFO Nov 29, 2008
They were past the security gates, so everyone around was either waiting for a flight or had just arrived. But they not only took time to watch, but many also bought CDs. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Updike wins 'Bad Sex' prize Nov 29, 2008
The images of the mansion, one from the side at night, the other from the front through its opening wrought-iron gates, appear to be from before a 1999 tornado swept through the Little Rock neighborhood where the mansion sits. The storm knocked over trees on the mansion's grounds, including one that still held Chelsea Clinton's childhood treehouse. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Oregon Recreation Report Nov 29, 2008
The inner gates on the north side access road of the Prineville Res ... The inner gates at the east and west ends of the access road along the north shoreline closed on November 15, and the remaining portion of the road closes on Dec. 1 ... The reservoir was lowered to inspect the dam and headgates recently; the water level is still very low but the reservoir is fishable. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Gunmen create 'killing zone' Nov 28, 2008
He walked towards one of the gates to find out what was happening. "As I entered the station, a shot rang out and I ducked. I lay on the floor and watched a horror film unfold," he says. (BBC News)
Security Adviser Offers Experience, Polish Nov 28, 2008
Jones is expected to be announced by Obama next week as part of the president-elect's national security team, along with Robert Gates as secretary of defense and Hillary Rodham Clinton as secretary of state. The retired four-star general would have a deep well of experience from which to draw as the new commander in chief confronts not just the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan but also the nearly inevitable pop-up threats to American security interests. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
U.S. faces cyber threat from China Nov 28, 2008
So far, according to a congressional report, the probes have reached into high-placed spots: the offices of Defense Secretary William Gates, the House of Commons in Britain, and German Prime Minister Angela Merkel ... Gates' office, for example, shut down its system until it could be de-bugged. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
EagleshostingPender Nov 27, 2008
The Eagles opened the playoffs with a 41-14 win over Gates County before downing Topsail 14-12 last Friday night. East Bladen s lone loss came in the fifth week of the season as the Eagles fell to Clinton, 28-7. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Moms decry child-care aid cuts Nov 27, 2008
With Defense Secretary Robert Gates set to stay in the new Obama administration, defense circles are buzzing about the complicated question of which top aides will remain with him at the Pentagon. . (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Taxing traffic congestion Nov 27, 2008
Thanks, this what I have been writing for weeks, Obama and Gates will Kill the F22 and I will ne out of a job, so will the thousands of Georgians who work on the F22. Vote Martin & save the job of thousands of Georgia workers, Saxby s Fat Cats can take care of themselves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Workers riot at Chinese factory producing Nerf toys for Hasbro Nov 27, 2008
About 500 protesters rioted at a toy factory in southern China, flipping over a police car, storming the plant's gates and trashing computers over a pay dispute in Dongguan, south China's Guangdong province, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008. By William Foreman, Associated Press Writer DONGGUAN, China It started as a pay dispute at a southern Chinese toy factory. (USA Today -- Money)
Historic preservation Nov 26, 2008
The Schatzes have long opened their fence gates to hunters and snowmobile enthusiasts, a practice they plan to continue. The ranch is precious to them, and they want to protect it from the changes they ve seen take place on other properties in the area. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Prince Harry leads Diana tributes Nov 26, 2008
" Prince William, who was 15 when Diana died, gave a reading from St Paul's letter to the Ephesians which asked for inner strength. The Royal Family were cheered as they arrived at the chapel Diana's sister, Lady Sarah McCorquodale, also gave a reading. The service included Diana's favourite classical music by composers Rachmaninov and Mozart and four hymns, concluding with Diana's favourite, I Vow To Thee, My Country. The service also included two prayers written by Archbishop of Canterbury... (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
'Guardian, friend and protector' Nov 26, 2008
Even late in the afternoon a large throng was gathered around the gates of Kensington Palace, Diana's former home and the site of the biggest outpouring of grief after her death. Whatever the hopes of the bishop of London, William and Harry, many Britons refuse to accept Diana's death was an accident - shortly before the service began a Channel 4 News poll was released showing that a quarter of Britons still believe Diana was murdered. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
Paisley and McGuinness mark new era Nov 26, 2008
The only conflict of the day came at the gates of Stormont when police clashed with anti-Iraq war protesters objecting to Tony Blair's presence. Three officers were injured and three demonstrators arrested. (Yahoo News -- Northern Ireland Conflict)
Top Gear's original The Stig seeks to stigmatise drink drivers Nov 26, 2008
" Bookmark with: E-MAILED Woolworths shares are suspended Thai protesters shut down airport Taxi revolution on Tehran streets Apple made to drop iPhone advert Learning languages 'boosts brain' READ Thai protesters shut down airport Police killer executed in China Apple made to drop iPhone advert Indian navy 'sank Thai trawler' Gates 'to stay as Pentagon chief' WATCHED/LISTENED Plane makes emergency landing Tourists stranded at Thai airport Passengers describe Ryanair scare Russia/ Venezuela... (BBC News -- UK)
Albany's wildlife and waterfront Nov 26, 2008
Owner Pearly Gates diner is Albanians favorite place for a Southern breakfast or meat-and-three lunch. The lines are usually long but worth the wait. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Obama picks graybeards as wartime Cabinet Nov 26, 2008
Gates, who has served as President George W. Bush's defense secretary for two years, will remain in the Cabinet for some time, probably a year, according to an official familiar with discussions between him and the president-elect ... A source close to the current Pentagon leadership cautioned that Gates had not agreed to a specific exit date ... Flanagan counts Gates and Jones as career public servants without a strong ideological stamp. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Obama Asks Gates To Stay At Pentagon Nov 26, 2008
Officials: Obama to ask Gates to stay at Pentagon. Article:Officials: Obama to ask Gates to stay at Pentagon:/n/a/2008/11/25/national/w153640S35 ... DTL Article:Officials: Obama to ask Gates to stay at Pentagon:/n/a/2008/11/25/national/w153640S35. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Tale of the tape Nov 26, 2008
Jerome Bettis, Antonio Gates, Mike Modano. Athletes born here. (USA Today -- Sports)
Beatles iTunes deal is 'stalled' Nov 26, 2008
Page last updated at 09:22 GMT, Tuesday, 25 November 2008. Beatles iTunes deal is 'stalled. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
SAAC in ACCtion: Sportsmanship at Virginia Tech Nov 26, 2008
"After three days of silence on campus, the baseball team was first to start getting life back to normal on campus. We had a team practice scheduled on Thursday, April 19th in order to get ready to play our weekend series against the Miami Hurricanes the following night. The environment in the locker room was not the typical lively mood that we were accustomed to. There wasn't much conversation between the players, and there was no TV or music in the background. At the beginning of practice,... (Theacc.com)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 17) Nov 26, 2008
Ajai wrote on Nov 24, 2008 9:41 AM:" From http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07161/793042-51.stm:The problem with the research cited by both Dr. Dobson and Mr. Pitts is that it compares children of heterosexual couples only with those of single parents and not with children of same-sex parent families, said Gary Gates, a senior research fellow at the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law and an expert on census data involving gay and lesbian households."There are virtually no studies that make a... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Obama to ask Gates to stay at Pentagon Nov 26, 2008
Seeking experience in wartime, President-elect Barack Obama intends to re-enlist Defense Secretary Robert Gates as head of the Pentagon if only temporarily and has chosen a retired Marine general to be White House national security adviser, officials said Tuesday ... Gates and retired Gen. James Jones would bring decades of experience to the administration of a 47-year-old commander in chief who campaigned on a pledge to redeploy combat troops in Iraq within 16 months while simultaneously... (San Francisco Chronicle)
GAY MARRIAGE Nov 25, 2008
Last Updated on Wednesday, Nov 12, 2008 - 12:07:29 pm CST. Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 12:07 PM CST. (New Iberia, LA)
Thanksgiving takes on newmeaning after Haiti mission Nov 25, 2008
And yet, there were sometimes large elaborate homes with gates around them right next door. The towns and countryside were beautiful in a stark sort of way. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Obama should cut capital gains tax Nov 25, 2008
All indications are Mr. Gates will keep the Bush military program in place for the foreseeable future. As to Eric Holder, alleged-sponsor of the Marc Rich and FLN pardons, a marvelous 130-word quote from the Saturday WSJ. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Still alive at 4-7Even Chargers players find it hard to fathom Nov 25, 2008
Can you imagine Jackson, Floyd, Chambers and Gates as receivers with L.T., Sproles, Nanee & Hester as backs in the Shot gun and put one in motion. WOW. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Here's something to do Nov 25, 2008
WHERE: The Augusta Canal, head gates, or Savannah Rapids Park, at terminus of Evans-to-Lock Road, and Lake Olmstead Pedestrian Bridge, at the end of Milledge Road, are just two entrances. WHAT: If you are feeling adventurous you can hike the trails. (The Augusta Chronicle)
The Suicide Bed: A Cover-Up At Western State Mental Hospital Nov 25, 2008
When a patient dies behind the gates of Washingtons largest state-run mental hospital, the Department of Social and Health Services tells us that its none of our business. In addition, that agency refuses to provide thousands of the records KIRO-TV requested regarding multiple suicides there. (KIRO TV, WA)
Cledus T. Judd fired Nov 25, 2008
Kristen Gates, who joined the show a couple of months ago from Kicks 101 ... I think Kristen Gates can definately survive a format change, I think she was on Star 94 for a while too ... Kristen Gates got on my nerves when she was at Kicks with Cadillac Jack. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama's 'All-Star Cabinet' of the 'Smartest' Impresses Mitchell Nov 25, 2008
Robert Gates, a Republican, is most likely to remain as Defense Secretary. And former Marine commandant Jim Jones is the front-runner for National Security Adviser, to keep all those strong cabinet secretaries in line. (MediaResearch.org)
