IIJ to Establish Layer 2 Connectivity With NTT DoCoMo Nov 11, 2009
Closed-Network Remote Access Solution IIJ Direct Access is Now Compatible With IIJ Mobile Service/Type D ... In addition, the IIJ Direct Access, IIJ's proprietary remote access solution that creates a private connection to the corporate LAN from a mobile environment, will be accessible from terminals using the IIJ Mobile Service/Type D starting on November 24, 2009 ... IIJ Direct Access was the industry's first remote access solution that provided closed network connections to the corporate LAN... (Primezone Releases)
Spirits retailer Specs making its debut in San Antonio Nov 11, 2009
Shoppers have direct access to both centers via the Forum Parkway Bridge. Phil Telisak of the commercial retail division of The negotiated the Spec s lease. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
EU: Online pollution tracker Nov 10, 2009
The register "will give citizens direct access to information on (pollution) emissions from facilities across Europe and will help them to engage actively in decisions affecting the environment", EU environment commissioner Stavros Dimas said in a statement. The register collects pollution data from around 24,000 industrial plants, ranging from incinerators to factories, across the EU.. (India Times)
LRA pledges $6M for Crittenden connector Nov 10, 2009
Board members agreed that the connector would benefit the Airport Industrial Center because it would provide direct access from the park to United Parcel Service Inc. and FedEx Corp. operations at Louisville International Airport ... Abramson added in the letter that the connector will propel the Airport Industrial Center into a premier site for the location of businesses which require access to the airport and that because the property currently is cut off from the airport by CSX Corp. rail... (Louisville Business First, KY)
* Djokovic races to double-bagle Nov 7, 2009
The victory sent Changs ranking from 102 into the top 100 and that means that she gains direct access to next years Australian Open and will not have to qualify. Chang said that she was happy with her performance, that she was in control of her game and that she was able to employ the strategies that she wanted to. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Railroads are back on track Nov 7, 2009
The rail industry improved its service, and in turn, many warehouses added rail spur access to their facilities so they could get direct access. Plus, as the business community became more sensitive to environmental concerns, railroads ability to ship goods using less fuel than trucks became an added bonus. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
NUM to march against Anglo Coal Nov 7, 2009
"Despite having all the forums at operational level and corporate level, designed to allow the union leadership to raise concerns, as well as having direct access to the executive team of Anglo Coal, the Anglo Coal leadership of NUM has opted to march to the Johannesburg office.". "In a letter sent to the Chief Executive Officer of Anglo Coal, Ben Magara, NUM cites racism, transformation as well as issues pertaining to the recognition agreement signed between the company and the union as the... (Business Report, South Africa)
At heart of Yemen's conflicts: water crisis Nov 6, 2009
Just 46 percent of Yemen's rural population has direct access to an adequate water supply and the number is only slighter better in cities, according to the German Development Service (GDS), which is working with the Yemeni government to improve water management. Public access to water is particularly sparse in Taiz, Yemen's third-largest city, where access to public water tanks is allowed only once every 45 days. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Acton train panel seeks MBTA input Nov 6, 2009
Also, in conjunction with the Assabet River Rail Trail, there would be a bike path with direct access to the south side of the platform. The committee has tried working with state Sen. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Charlemagne: Blair's unbalancing act Nov 6, 2009
Whatever people think of Mr Blair, making him president would have signalled that the EU wanted a spokesman with direct access to world leaders. Mr Blair s apparent demise as a candidate (British officials loyally insist he still has a chance, once EU leaders ponder the unpalatable alternatives) signals the opposite. (The Economist)
Being Green: 10 Earth-Friendly Habits You Can Adopt Nov 6, 2009
Smart Metering PowerMeter software from Google Foundation can be paired with smart electric meters to give homeowners direct access to information about their energy use. For example, PowerMeter can reveal which appliances in your home are consuming the most electricity. (Scientific American)
Check out new Crime iMap Nov 5, 2009
The new Crime iMap is designed to give people direct access to that information without having to call the department. This service is handy for those thinking about buying a home or renting an apartment who want to know whether the location is safe. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Ohio State aims to jolt research alliances Nov 3, 2009
One is direct access to faculty that are arguably the best in the country in electromagnetic research, he said. The second is access to expensive and specialized facilities. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Blunt-talking Biden plays a key role Nov 3, 2009
"There's a big difference between me giving the president my advice and having direct access to him on every major issue ... and me going out with a policy that is separate and apart from other people in the administration, which you saw with Cheney," Biden said. Biden recalled that when first approached him about the job, he rebuffed the candidate because he wanted to stay in the Senate and pressed Obama on why he wanted him to accept. (CNN)
How the Brain Reveals Why We Buy Nov 3, 2009
The headlines are ominous: soon, the bright boys of the advertising world will get their sticky hands on our inner "buy button." Soon, experts, with the help of cutting-edge brain research, will get direct access to the inner depths of our brains where, with the right stimulation, they can unleash our and get their cash registers ringing. Neuromarketing is a young and growing field some won t even admit that it is a field yet that is striving to reveal the inner mechanisms of our consumer... (Scientific American)
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Sorenson Media releases Sorenson Squeeze 6 by Macworld. Sorenson Media releases Sorenson Squeeze 6. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
As developers push a Milford casino, nearby towns fret Nov 1, 2009
Direct access to I-495 would be key, he said ... They also hope to prevail upon the federal government to help out with direct access to I-495, which could cut down on the local traffic arguments. (Boston Globe)
New papers detail FBI, CIA wrangle over detainees Oct 31, 2009
The FBI agents worked with the CIA in developing questions, but were denied direct access to Binalshibh for four or five days, according to a report on detainee interrogations by Justice Department Inspector General. The report says eventually one agent was allowed to speak to Binalshibh for about 45 minutes. (USA Today)
Apple Introduces Apple TV 3.0 Software With Redesigned User Interface Oct 30, 2009
Apple TV users have direct access to a catalog of over 8,000 Hollywood films on iTunes including over 2,000 in stunning HD video available for rent or purchase. Users can also choose from a selection of 11 million songs, 10,000 music videos and over 50,000 TV episodes to purchase directly from their Apple TV or browse and enjoy the iTunes Store podcast directory of over 175,000 free video and audio podcasts. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Apple TV 3.0 launched Oct 30, 2009
updated its Apple TV software Thursday, providing a new interface with direct access to rented and purchased movies as well as compatibility with new iTunes LPs and iTunes Extras features. The company also released new iTunes software, making it more compatible with Apple TV software. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Land buy first step in easing Port Orange drainage problems Oct 29, 2009
The land has direct access to Spruce Creek and the Spruce Creek Road historic ditch discharges on the property. It's a rectangular parcel that's about 99 feet wide, with an estimated 28,000 square feet north of the creek and about 14,000 square feet within the creek. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Africa: Solar Energy for Mobile Phones Offers Big Market Oct 29, 2009
However, most of these new subscribers will not have direct access to electricity. This makes it more challenging and expensive for them to charge their mobile phone, not to mention to power the myriad of other daily functions for which electricity is important such as lighting, cooking and refrigeration. (allAfrica.com)
OneMove(TM) Announces Fiscal 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year End Financial Results Oct 28, 2009
- Launched a dedicated web-portal for direct access for econveyance users. - Released econveyancePro(TM); a completely rewritten version of its software platform with 29 new features and enhancements. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Fla. Judge Revives Trump Casino Dispute Oct 28, 2009
Trump said in the 2004 lawsuit that Fields became "one of a select group of individuals who enjoyed direct access to Donald Trump at virtually any time.". Trump's suit said he depended on Fields to handle negotiations with the Seminoles to develop a pair of casinos on reservation land, a highly compensated role. (Law.com)
Getting the best of both worlds Oct 28, 2009
Also, the scrolling media browser gives users a clear overview and direct access to their files. Yari. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
"SERIOUS CHANGE" NEEDED: Presidents agree policies need tweaking Oct 27, 2009
Absent such changes, nearly half of the presidents surveyed "expressed concern" that they may have to reduce the number of teams they sponsor and nearly half of the presidents from schools outside the six conferences with direct access to the BCS said "the current economic outlook would affect their institution's ability to continue to compete at the FBS level.". Posted. (USA Today -- Sports)
CP Gurnani, CEO, Mahindra Satyam Oct 27, 2009
Our 35,000 employees now have direct access to the CEO. Today, while I report to a formal board, I have also created a shadow-board of youngsters. What is the role of the shadow-board. (India Times)
Profile: South Waziristan Oct 25, 2009
As such, the Mehsud have no direct access either to Afghanistan or to the Pakistani settled areas. Unique position. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Cozy Up in Historical Gems Oct 25, 2009
The grounds of Millbeck Towers include a lush garden, fenced pond, former tennis court and direct access to the Skiddaw Range, which is an easy climb for the inexperienced hiker. Millbeck Towers has beautiful, spacious rooms most with breathtaking views of the surrounding area. (ABC News)
Trembly: Time for Markey to go Oct 25, 2009
First, some of the proposals floated in Washington have the IRS as the collection agency, with direct access to your bank account. Someone in Glenn's position would ultimately be subject to arrest. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
PC Kindle Application Oct 24, 2009
New PC application allows direct access to the Amazon Kindle store. by. (IGN Gear)
Home prices stay about the same in Lee Oct 24, 2009
You cant assume the listing price is the price youre going to get it for, she said thats especially true of homes on saltwater canals in Cape Coral with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. On the other hand, Hellenbrand said, many sellers are shocked at how little their homes will bring. (The News-Press -- Business)
Kingstons Place moves toward site plan approval Oct 24, 2009
Thorndike must pay for the proposed slip ramp to Route 3 south, which will provide direct access to future residents of 1021 Kingston s Place. The developer has also promised the town a new fire truck before any housing occupancy permits are issued, which is still years down the road. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Town forest parking lot request on hold in Holbrook Oct 23, 2009
According to the committee s proposal, the lot would provide parking for up to eight vehicles and direct access to the Carolyn Long Trail. It will allow eight cars to pull off the street and park safely with room to turn around, the proposal read. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
ISU computer improvements Oct 23, 2009
Blake Beck, manager of educational technology services, said BengalWeb is an online portal that provides direct access to the online courses program and university e-mail accounts. "It's going to simplify the process," he said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Darfur Activists Frustrated with Obama's Sudan Policy Oct 23, 2009
Despite the criticism, Gration has had regular, direct access to Obama, circumventing various members of the National Security Council, Secretary of State Hilary Clinton and U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice all of whom have lobbied for Gration to take the Sudan policy in a different direction. Rice in particular stands in opposition to Gration's approach to Sudan. (Time.com)
Business intell speeds Recovery Act reporting for DOE Oct 23, 2009
DOE has long been providing the weekly reports and recently has been sending over daily reports and even is working on ways to let OMB have direct access to DOE data warehouse. Another new requirement that we had to give out to a list of all the contracts that the agency awarded, within 48 hours of the contract being awarded. (FCW.com)
Intertainment's Itibiti Systems Closes Financing Oct 23, 2009
Users have the ability to access itiBiti using their Windows Live ID, giving them direct access to a number of Microsoft services. Itibiti Systems Inc. has an agreement with Highway Entertainment to represent itiBiti, to all of Omnicom Media Group clients worldwide. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Clean It pogram targerts North Branch Oct 20, 2009
These projects include providing direct access for boats and other recreationalists at Cumberland's Canal Place and conducting a feasibility study on the removal of the dam beneath the Blue Bridge. These projects will reconnect the local community with the Potomac River and give everyone a safer, more enjoyable place to bring their families. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Hospital prohibiting visitors under 18 Oct 20, 2009
"Madison Memorial Hospital has also placed restrictions on its staff. For instance, only patient caregivers are allowed direct access to the patients, and nonmedical personnel cannot enter certain areas of the hospital.Medical personnel have also been encouraged to get vaccinated for the H1N1. Those who are not vaccinated will be required to wear a mask.The new policies, which went into effect Oct. 16, are expected to last until sometime this spring.Health district: Hillcrest High School... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Library board schedules special meeting Oct 20, 2009
Commissioners said "the community does not consider computer labs to be libraries, but rather expect that a library involves direct access to books, with the ability to browse the shelves and check out a book.". The letter recommended the neighborhood arrangement remain intact, and that budget cuts be spread out uniformly among all 15 branches. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
U2 feat. the Black Eyed Peas Oct 17, 2009
" Active approach The time that Bono spends onstage promoting peace and tolerance and talking about such issues as poverty in Africa and the jailing of political dissidents underscores U2's impact beyond the recording studio. Bono, who has lobbied Congress on Capitol Hill, coordinated charity work with Bill Gates, met with world leaders and created two foundations, has said that U2 has given him a soapbox to speak to millions. Bono's DATA (Debt AIDS Trade Africa) is seeking financial relief for... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
READ THE LETTER Oct 16, 2009
the leader headquartered at the Quetta Shura in Pakistan transmitted that Wardak would be his main effort because it straddled Highway 1 and provided direct access to Kabul. We knew that security for the elections would be of the highest priority and we knew that election results would be contested. (USA Today)
Eco-chic, new construction colonial in Wellesley Oct 16, 2009
Elsewhere, the home s lower level contains an arts and crafts room, a playroom, a game room, one full bath and a second mudroom with direct access from the garage stairwell. The lower level also offers deep, custom window wells and an elevated ceiling. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
McChrystal, Watch Your Left Flank Oct 16, 2009
Here's the situation where General McChrystal has one- on-one time with the president of the United States, not with the rest of the team, but at least direct access to his commander in chief, and then apparently still went rogue," Begala said.Begala totally misstated the chronology. McChrystal gave the London speech, then traveled to Denmark for a hastily called, 25-minute meeting with President Obama. Prior to that, from the time Obama chose McChrystal to command in Afghanistan last March,... (Human Events Online)
Why Pakistanis would reject $7.5 billion in US aid Oct 15, 2009
The conditions on the Kerry-Lugar aid that have proved most controversial include "direct access" to Pakistani nationals associated with nuclear proliferation, ensuring civilian authority over military promotions, and certification by the US Secretary of State that Pakistan is cooperating on counterterrorism. Additionally, the tone of the whole document is "quite humiliating," says Khalid Rahman, head of the Institute of Policy Studies in Islamabad. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Aquilent wins Veterans Affairs contracts Oct 14, 2009
It will also develop a combined health risk assessment, which will give active-duty personnel, reserves, veterans and their families direct access to assessments that can be incorporated into their personal health records. The VA continues to demonstrate its leadership in enabling collaboration and participation in health care management for veterans, their families and other VA stakeholders, said Aquilent CEO David Fout. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Governor signs bills that boost solar power Oct 13, 2009
The same bill also allows a limited return to a policy called direct access, which let power customers buy from companies other than the utilities. Direct access was part of California's disastrous experiment with electricity deregulation in the 1990s, but the state suspended it in the wake of the electricity crisis ... Under SB695, Florio said, the state will now allow direct access to grow again, but only to the level it reached before the crisis, as measured by the total amount of electricity... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Medicom Is Making It on Its Own Oct 13, 2009
The big difference: Medicom has direct access to its former parent company's renowned research, enabling it to move faster and incorporate , such as Bluetooth capability, in the new Littmann stethoscopes. This means doctors can record and transmit heart beats directly into files for electronic medical records. (BusinessWeek)
Blueprint: New Madison mill may feed economy Oct 13, 2009
Michael Newton, assistant manager at the Columbia Farms chicken feed mill in Comer, talks about the direct access the new mill has to the railroads ... But the new location on Georgia Highway 72 just east of Comer made perfect sense for the feed mill, Qualls said, especially because of its direct access to the passing railway. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Forum in Torrington offers help for small businesses Oct 13, 2009
The free program is part of an initiative called "Connecticut's Business Connections," which gives small business owners throughout the state the opportunity to meet individually with representatives of state agencies that can provide them with direct access to state and federal resources that are available to support their businesses. Since the program was launched last fall, it has given more than 330 small business owners a chance to meet and confer with representatives from the state... (Republican-American)
Spirits retailer Specs making its San Antonio debut Oct 12, 2009
Shoppers have direct access to both centers via the Forum Parkway Bridge. Phil Telisak of the commercial retail division of The negotiated the Spec s lease. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Mad Men star fights planned sanitation garage Oct 12, 2009
New York City officials say the new building on Spring Street will get trucks off the street and into a garage and will provide the trucks direct access to the West Side Highway. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
‘Couples Retreat’ tops the weekend box office Oct 12, 2009
Officials say the project will get trucks off the street and into a garage and will provide the trucks direct access to the West Side Highway. The actor says neighbors are worried about pedestrian safety, with garbage trucks expected to add hundreds of visits to the neighborhood each day. (Boston Globe)
US marijuana cuts into traffickers’ profits Oct 11, 2009
This strategy gives the Mexicans direct access to US markets, avoids the risk of seizure at the border, and reduces transportation costs. Unlike cocaine, which the traffickers must buy and transport from South America, driving up costs, marijuana has been especially lucrative for the cartels because they control the business all the way from clandestine fields in the Mexican mountains to the wholesale dealers in US cities such as Washington. (Boston Globe)
What's replacing P2P, BitTorrent as pirate hangouts? Oct 10, 2009
The company even grants certain organizations direct access into their service, so that they can go ahead and delete the hyperlinks and pirated files themselves, DeMarines said. Peer-to-peer networking (P2P) does still remain the largest channel for distributing pirated software, movies and other digital content. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Despite Drumbeat About Departure, White House Counsel Vows to Stay Oct 10, 2009
Now as counsel, Craig said he sees Obama at least daily and has direct access to the Oval Office without having to go through other senior officials. "He makes that absolutely clear: that whenever I need to talk to him, I can just walk in and talk to him on-one-one," Craig said. (Law.com)
ECOWAS court to establish appellate mechanism Oct 10, 2009
The current practice allows individuals and corporate entities direct access to the Court on application for relief for violation of their human rights that occur in any ECOWAS member state, provided the application is not anonymous and is not before another international court. Meanwhile, the ministers also set criteria for selecting host countries for ECOWAS institutions and agencies. (Xinhuanet, China)
CityRail plan allows a north-west metro Oct 9, 2009
To do this a line was needed to run north-south through the main centres of demand, and an east-west alignment to St James was considered as part of the North West Metro investigations, ''however it did not provide adequate direct access to the southern areas of the CBD. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
How a U.S. Aid Package to Pakistan Could Threaten Zardari Oct 9, 2009
One of the Kerry-Lugar conditions most likely to trigger nationalist resistance is the requirement that Pakistan grant U.S. investigators "direct access to Pakistani nationals" associated with nuclear-proliferation networks. That's a reference to Dr. A.Q. Khan, the Pakistani nuclear scientist who confessed to sharing nuclear-weapons secrets with Iran, North Korea and Libya. (Time.com)
ODOT: Hwy 26 barriers saving lives Oct 9, 2009
Miles said for people living near the barrier, the cables and posts can pose an inconvenience, hampering direct access to their homes. "We have to weigh our options to see if this is the best system that we can use in other locations (around the state)," said Miles. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
* CWB plans weather-only channel Oct 9, 2009
The Central Weather Bureau (CWB) unveiled a plan yesterday to launch a dedicated weather channel to provide the public with direct access to meteorological information. The bureau is working on a joint project with Chunghwa Telecom in the hope that the proposed free TV channel would be included in the companys multimedia-on-demand (MOD) service, CWB director-general Shin Tzay-chyn (b) said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cong works out how to curb menace Oct 9, 2009
Many senior party leaders, who are also ministers and thus have direct access to vital security inputs from Maoists-hit areas, feel the scale of the challenge has to be properly understood, taking into account the multi-dimensional character and danger of the `red corridor. They acknowledge that socio-economic backwardness of the these areas, the result of long years of administrative negligence, has made it easy for Maoists to expand influence in the tribal belt. (India Times)
Shroud re-created Oct 8, 2009
"Only a few very chosen persons have direct access to it," he said, adding he had relied on "the published data" about the relic. He is due to present his findings Saturday at a conference of the Italian Committee for the Investigation of Claims on the Paranormal. (CNN -- World)
Mom-and-pop pot growers cut cartels profits Oct 8, 2009
This strategy gives the Mexicans direct access to U.S. markets, avoids the risk of seizure at the border and reduces transportation costs. Unlike cocaine, which the traffickers must buy and transport from South America, driving up costs, marijuana has been especially lucrative for the cartels because they control the business all the way from clandestine fields in the Mexican mountains to the wholesale dealers in U.S. cities such as Washington. (MSNBC -- International)
