Biden: We're Not Cowboys Like Bush Sep 20, 2008
"Something happened to John on the road to Damascus," Biden said. Biden said there needs to be short-term, immediate intervention to "staunch the bleeding" in the financial markets and that in the long term, "we have to have a major, major overhaul of how the financial system works.". (Newsmax)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 18, 2008 Sep 19, 2008
" So he didn't pay the price. Or, if just staying dead for less than 36 hours (from sundown Friday crucifixion to pre-sunrise Easter Sunday) pays the price of all sins, then I'm willing to pay however much time being dead will cover my share.In any case, no one has been able to answer my question: How does killing an innocent man erase, eliminate or in any way abrogate sin?Even the analogy of "paying the debt" is inappropriate. It would be more applicable to a civil debt, where as the commission... (North County Times)
The Christian view on torture Sep 13, 2008
A young Iranian in Damascus got in big trouble when his higher ups were presented with pictures of the young man getting busy with a male British tourist. Photoshopping, in the days before photoshop. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
32 deaths since '77 are still unsolved Aug 22, 2008
AIKEN --- Two unrelated slayings that occurred in the past year remain open at the Aiken County Sheriff's Office, as investigators work to apprehend a suspect in one case and try to identify the killer in the other. Morris L. Dorch, of Aiken, has been on the run for nearly a year after, according to investigators, he shot 20-year-old Prince E. Shand Jr. several times with an assault rifle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Woman, 100, reflects on journey Aug 11, 2008
Genie Lehmann has lived through World War I, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Vietnam War and the dawning of the electronic age. She even remembers when the trees that now shade Greene and Telfair streets were planted after the 1916 fire that destroyed downtown Augusta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Laurel Legion team nears season finale Jul 13, 2008
Laurel is scheduled to end its season July 12 against Damascus at Sherwood in Montgomery County. "We are a young team," said Hein, a center fielder and 2007 graduate of Centennial. (Laurel Leader, MD)
In a plane crash safest seats are in aisle Jun 27, 2008
My cousin was travelling with her husband & 3kids from Damascus to Khartoum on Sudan Air flight that caught fire a 3weeks ago. They said if we haven't been sitting at the front we wouldn't have made it. (Times Online)
Nicolas Sarkozy heralds new era in Israel-France relations with Iran threat Jun 24, 2008
Mr Sarkozy promised Israel, however, that it would put the brakes on its rapprochement with Syria until Damascus shows willing to distance itself from the axis of extremists, in particular Iran. Mr Sarkozy will conclude his visit Tuesday afternoon, holding a meeting with the parents of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, who was abducted to Gaza in 2006. (Yahoo News -- Iran)
Lakeside graduate killed in air crash Jun 18, 2008
Apply in person at Southern Mechanical, Inc. 3072 Damascus Rd., Augusta, GA (706) 823. () Education Richmond County Board of Education is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Deputy Superintendent for School Improvement Director of Human Resources Chief Techno. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Mortgage woes, a man once held in Syria Jun 14, 2008
Jackson went to Damascus and negotiated his release with then-President Hafez al-Assad. At the time, Goodman was stationed in Virginia Beach, Va. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Photo Gallery Jun 13, 2008
The topic of Gonnelli's service on the NJMC was broached at the meeting when Gonnelli's allies complained about the fact that Elwell recently held a meeting with residents regarding Damascus Bakery. The NJMC staff approved a permit for the bakery to move its headquarters from Brooklyn to Secaucus in 2006, but the approval has become unpopular with Secaucus residents who don't want the bakery in the center of town. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Couple has inviting landscape Jun 13, 2008
Apply in person at Southern Mechanical, Inc. 3072 Damascus Rd., Augusta, GA (706) 823. () Clerical Part-time News Assistant The Augusta Chronicle seeks a part-time News Assistant. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Budget proposal could hurt pupils Jun 4, 2008
Apply in person at Southern Mechanical, Inc. 3072 Damascus Road, Augusta, GA () Athens Top Jobs Blasingame, Burch Garrard and Ashley, P.C. is in need of a Paralegal to work in their Insurance Defense department. Duties will include, but are not limited to, requesting medical records, creating me. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Mother Of Four Dead In Memorial Day Crash May 28, 2008
(WUSA) -- "It hurts. It's so unexpected," Lisa Frazier says about her neighbor, who died in a head on collision on Memorial Day in Damascus ... Barnes' seven year old daughter Samyah, and 17 year old son Tony Abney, a junior at Damascus High School were hurt, but are expected to be okay. (W-USA News, DC)
1948: A History of the First Arab-Israeli War by Benny Morris May 18, 2008
A handful of Israeli transport aircraft raided Damascus, crews rolling bombs out of the cargo doors. Explosive- laden speedboats sank a 1,440-ton Egyptian sloop in the Mediterranean. (Times Online)
Bush defends Syria reactor claim May 13, 2008
Page last updated at 17:11 GMT, Tuesday, 29 April 2008 18:11 UK. The US said Syria's reactor was similar to a North Korean one. (Yahoo News -- North Korea)
Bush rival breaks Syria boycott May 13, 2008
In Damascus, Ms Pelosi also said she gave Mr Assad a similar message from Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. She also voiced concerns over Syria's alleged connections to Hamas and stressed Damascus' role in peace talks between the Palestinians and Israel ... Speaking in Damascus after the talks, Ms Pelosi praised Mr Assad's attitude towards Israel. (Yahoo News -- Democratic Party)
Saudis in Syrian diplomatic spat May 13, 2008
In a speech in the Syrian capital of Damascus, Mr Shara said Saudi foreign policy was "virtually paralysed" ... The BBC's Magdi Abdelhadi says the unusually strong Saudi statement reflects growing frustration with the regime in Damascus. (Yahoo News -- Saudi Arabia)
US to stand by Lebanon's PM May 11, 2008
A senior US official emphasised there would not be a "one-size-fits-all" approach to Tehran, Damascus, and the Shiite militant group that Washington sees as a terrorist organisation. In Washington, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice strongly reaffirmed US support for Lebanon's pro-Western Prime Minister, Fouad Siniora, and reached out to key world leaders for ways to buttress his Government. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
And the Earth shall be scorched May 10, 2008
End of Days wrote on May 9, 2008 6:09 PM:" Barak Obama will win the election. Scripture tells us that we are in the last days before the Tribulation and the final return of Christ as King. In these days, which were prophisized thousands of years ago, Israel will be abandoned and surrounded by a world of enemies. America has been Israel's main ally, but when Obama becomes President, he will abandon Israel. I believe that action will cause G-d to remove his protection from us as a nation and we... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Cooking keeps women close May 7, 2008
Coffee Dan's was a favorite stopping place on Highway 65 South in Damascus ... When I travel through Damascus, I glance at the now-vacant building still standing and my memory is filled with the fragrance of that delicious pie and hot coffee. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
LSU QB Perrilloux is dropped from team May 3, 2008
Besides Ruffian, Whiteley trained Damascus, the 1967 Horse of the Year, and Forego, who took the honor in 1976. MOTORSPORTS. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Carters Role In Legitimizing Hamas Apr 17, 2008
Last week, Hamas confirmed press reports that Mashaal will host Carter in Damascus for a meeting on April 18. Hamas must have taken special pleasure announcing the presidential meeting the same week the State Department issued the latest version of its annual Foreign Terrorist Organizations list. (CBS News)
Political Grapevine Apr 17, 2008
Mr. Carter has scheduled a session with Meshaal Friday in Damascus, Syria. But the letter co-sponsored by Democrat Shelly Berkeley of Nevada and Republican Mark Kirk of Illinois includes a list of 26 Americans killed in attacks launched by Hamas. (Fox News)
Jewish House member blasts Carter's Hamas meeting Apr 11, 2008
News reports indicate Carter sent an envoy to Damascus to request a meeting with Hamas officials, including exiled leader Khaled Mashaal, whose group has been by the State Department. "It is shocking that a former president of the United States would sit down and speak with a terrorist kingpin like Khaled Mashal," Cantor said in a release. (Washington Times)
Lebanon boycott underlines divisions ahead of Arab League summit Mar 29, 2008
The annual Arab League summit opens in Damascus today amid deep divisions over the crisis in Lebanon and unhappiness at growing Iranian influence in the Middle East ... Hosni Mubarak, the Egyptian President, sent a junior minister of state to Damascus. (Times Online)
A sheikha, a queen and a first lady Mar 28, 2008
DAMASCUS - When Mohammad Ali al-Abid was elected first president of Syria in 1932, his wife, Zahra al-Yusuf, asked if she could attend the official function at the presidential palace ... Things changed dramatically, however, in recent years with the coming of three young first ladies to power in Doha, Amman, and Damascus. (Asia Times Online)
Analysis: seminary attack highlights Mar 8, 2008
Later this month Syria is due to host the annual Arab League meeting in Damascus. The Syrians and their Iranian allies have shown no desire to halt support for Hamas and their Lebanese allies Hezbollah. (Times Online)
Israel kills terror chief with headrest bomb Feb 17, 2008
NOTHING seemed very remarkable about the short, bearded man who mingled with other guests on Tuesday evening at a reception in Damascus, the Syrian capital, to mark the 29th anniversary of Ayatollah Khomeini s Iranian revolution ... Mughniyeh was on fairly good terms with everybody present almost all the leaders of the Damascus-based militant groups were represented ... Killed by car bomb in Damascus. (Times Online)
Gaza child killing 'ends soldier release talks' Jan 17, 2008
"I tell the...enemy. What you re committing will deprive you of anything you re betting on," he said, at a press conference in Damascus. "There will be no exchange involving Gilad Shalit, no calm or nothing of this sort.". (Times Online)
THIS MORNING Jan 8, 2008
DAMASCUS TWP. A roundtable discussion on the environmental impact of natural gas drilling in Wayne County is scheduled for tonight at 7 in the Township Building. Meeting topics will include the effects of drilling on natural habitats, real estate value, farming, hunting and fishing, as well as the impact on light, air and noise. (Scranton Times, PA)
Maryland All-State Team Dec 24, 2007
QB:Damascus (MD) Damascus6-2, 210 Frazier completed 104 of 153 passes for 1,770 yards and 20 TDs leading Damascus to its second state title in his three years as starter ... RB: Damascus (MD) Damascus5-9, 185 Zedler was second in the state with 2,243 rushing yards, helping Damascus to the 3A state title ... OL: Damascus (MD) Damascus6-0, 260 Damascus' three-year starter at center was tagged by county coaches as the best center in the area. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Daily Briefing Dec 8, 2007
Damascus, Syria - Syrian authorities have blocked Facebook, the popular Internet hangout, apparently over fears of Israeli "infiltration" of Syrian social networks on the Net, according to residents and media reports. Residents of Damascus said they have not been able to enter Facebook for more than two weeks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Georgians owed $4.3 million in refunds Nov 17, 2007
THOMPSON, CARLISE R DAMASCUS GA 39841. HUCKEBA, JENNIFER L DONALSONVILLE GA 39845. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Concussion Leaves Weatherford Woozy Nov 11, 2007
" Weatherford suffered a concussion - the first of his career - and will be re-evaluated Monday by team doctors. While it remains too early to know his status for next week's game against Maryland, Weatherford (5-for-15, 46 yards) is determined to play after regaining the starting quarterback job two weeks ago. "I'll be ready to go next week," he said. "I wanted to come back in but I think they realized I was in no position to. " BANGED AND BRUISED: Weatherford wasn't the only Nole to go down... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Bush, Sarkozy Oppose Nuclear-Armed Iran... Nov 8, 2007
While the Bush administration has shunned Syria, a French diplomat recently traveled to Damascus to discuss the elections. Lebanon's anti-Syrian parliament majority has accused Syria of blocking the presidential elections through its allies in Lebanon, a charge that Damascus denies. (The Drudge Report)
Read Article » Nov 8, 2007
While the Bush administration has isolated Syria, two senior French officials met last weekend in Damascus with Bashar al-Assad, Syria's president, to warn him not to interfere in the elections. "I have a partner in peace, somebody who has clear vision, basic values, who is willing to take tough positions to achieve peace," Bush said. (International Herald Tribune)
Federer remains on top of his game Oct 29, 2007
Iraq reached the second qualifying round for the 2010 World Cup with a 0-0 tie with Pakistan in Damascus. Iraq won, 7-0, at Pakistan in the first leg. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Honorary Game Captains Announced Oct 19, 2007
West Virginia Mountaineers Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. com covers West Virginia University athletics like no one else. (BlueGoldNews.com)
Liberals Surround Matthews at Party Oct 10, 2007
KATIE COURIC, FROM DAMASCUS, IN PLUG: But up next, Harry Smith in New York with more of the day's news, including new worries about the U.S. economy following a disappointing jobs report. HARRY SMITH: I'm Harry Smith in New York. (MediaResearch.org)
* World News Quick Take Sep 22, 2007
Tensions have soared on Israel's northern border with Syria since Damascus said its air defenses fired on Israeli warplanes that dropped munitions deep inside its territory in the early hours of Sept. 6. FRANCE Sarkozy says no to Turkey French President Nicolas Sarkozy reaffirmed on Thursday he did not believe Turkey should be admitted to the EU, while calling for a "true partnership" with the mainly Muslim nation. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The idea is that we would have a much more limited role in Iraq for some protracted period of time as a stabilizing force, a force that would be a fraction of the force that we have there now." Sep 17, 2007
The defense secretary also said the United States could deal with Iranian meddling in Iraq without attacking Iran and that the United States was intently watching Syria and North Korea after reports of possible nuclear cooperation by Pyongyang with Damascus. Such cooperation, Gates said, "would be a real problem.". (International Herald Tribune)
Local imam going back to Syria Sep 13, 2007
In Damascus, my children now recognize all their relatives. They walk to school. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Militants routed as army finally regains control of refugee camp Sep 3, 2007
The American-sup-ported Lebanese Government says that it is a creation of Damascus, a mix of jihadist veterans from Iraq and pro-Syrian Palestinians dispatched into Lebanon to sow chaos. The Opposition maintains that the group was funded by leading Lebanese Sunni political supporters of the Government as a bulwark against Hezbollah, the powerful Shia militant group. (Times Online)
GOP senator calls for troop withdrawals Aug 24, 2007
Iraqi Prime Minuister Nouri al-Maliki talks to reporters after his meeting with Syrian Vice President Farouk al-Sharaa, Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2007, in Damascus ... Iraq's Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, left, listens to the Iraqi and Syrian national anthems upon his arrival at Damascus airport, in this Aug. 20, 2007 file photo. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Aug. 1, 2007 Church Columnists Aug 2, 2007
Larry Morgan preached from Acts 9:3 and 14:19, on The Road to Damascus and what is your desire. Bro. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Personnel Announcement Jul 12, 2007
Prior to this, he served as Deputy Chief of Mission at the United States Embassy in Damascus. Earlier in his career, he served as Minister Counselor of Economic and Political Affairs at the United States Embassy in Cairo. (White House News Releases)
Its their lucky wedding day... Jul 8, 2007
It s their lucky wedding day. A carton of Tropicana for every reader. (Times Online)
Terps Recruiting Overview Part II: Offense Jul 1, 2007
Fighting it out in camp: (Damascus, Md ... Frazier is a pro-style quarterback and while he plays in a run-dominated offense at Damascus, he still threw for 15 touchdowns this past season. (TerpTown.com)
Is Arnold a Republican? Jun 26, 2007
"Like Paul on the road to Damascus, I had an experience that opened my eyes." But there is nothing in the Bible to indicate that St. Paul embraced the principles of his enemies after a political defeat ... "Like Paul on the road to Damascus, I had an experience that opened my eyes." But there is nothing in the Bible to indicate that St. Paul embraced the principles of his enemies after a political defeat. (Townhall.com)
Va. Police Chief Charged With Dealing Meth Jun 25, 2007
Damascus Police Chief Anthony Stephen Richardson ... The Damascus police chief was arrested Saturday and charged with distributing. (Fox News)
Details of 2 big mid-Atlantic power lines Jun 23, 2007
Ends: substation to be built near Damascus, Md. Proposed by: American Electric Power Co. and Allegheny Energy Inc.. (NEPA News, PA)
Mid-Atlantic power lines get key OK Jun 23, 2007
to a substation to be built near Damascus, Md. It would be built by Columbus, Ohio-based AEP and Allegheny Energy Inc. of Greensburg, Pa. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Day Of Mourning In Lebanon After Bombing Jun 14, 2007
Many Lebanese have accused Syria of being behind the slayings, a claim Damascus denies. Lebanon's majority coalition blamed Syria for Wednesday's assassination. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Mondoweiss, Chapter One Jun 5, 2007
When I got back, I posted a photograph of Arabs forced to worship outside the Damascus Gate to the Old City of Jerusalem because of heightened Israeli security, and a reader of my blog launched an investigation and called the photographer, evidently thinking I d doctored the image. I knew that Zionists were lobbying The Observer, writing to my editor and the new owner. (The American Conservative)
Syrians Vote In Presidential Referendum May 28, 2007
DAMASCUS, May 27, 2007 ... com by Damascus-based journalist George Baghdadi ... Washington accuses Damascus of not doing enough to stop cross-border infiltration of Islamic militants into Iraq and of meddling in Lebanese internal affairs, charges that Syria denies. (CBS News)
On the brink of a bloodbath May 27, 2007
Not far from the Islamic extremists holed up in northern Lebanon this weekend, a boy called Yousef Abu Radi was lying on his side, swathed in bandages. He had escaped the hell of Nahr al-Bared refugee camp, but only just. (Times Online)
Lebanon troops in bloody clash with militants May 21, 2007
Damascus denies any involvement. Syria also denies any link to Fatah al-Islam, whose leader, Shaker al-Abssi, says the group has no organizational links to al-Qaeda but agrees with its aim of fighting "infidels". (Globe and Mail)
Fierce gunbattles leave 50 dead in Lebanon May 21, 2007
Damascus denies any involvement. Syria also denies any link to Fatah al-Islam, whose leader, Shaker al-Abssi, says the group has no organisational links to al-Qaeda, but agrees with its aim of fighting "infidels''. Syria said it had closed two border crossings to north Lebanon due to the violence. The main crossing remained open. Fatfat told Lebanon's pro-government Future TV: "There is someone trying to create security chaos to say to world public opinion: 'Look, if the tribunal is established,... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
GOP underdogs nip front-runners' heels in 2nd debate May 17, 2007
GOP underdogs nip front-runners' heels / In 2nd debate of presidential candidates, some say leaders aren't conservative enough. " On Iraq, Rep. Ron Paul of Texas, a former Libertarian, stood alone in railing against the decision to go to battle, comparing it to a quagmire he said engulfed U.S. troops in Vietnam. When Paul later suggested that terrorists attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, because of what he described as America's 10-year campaign of bombing in Iraq, an angry former New York Mayor Rudy... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Contentious toneat 2nd GOP debate May 17, 2007
"I trust those conversions when they happen on the road to Damascus and not on the road to Des Moines," Tancredo added, contrasting the biblical with the political. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee questioned Giuliani's position that he opposes abortion because it's wrong, yet still supports a women's right to choose. (MSNBC -- Politics)
CLASH OF THE REPUBLICANS... May 17, 2007
"I trust those conversions when they happen on the road to Damascus and not on the road to Des Moines," he said, contrasting the biblical with the political. Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore bore in, as well. (The Drudge Report)
GOP Hopefuls Bask in Own Glory Following Debate May 17, 2007
"I trust those conversions when they happen on the road to Damascus and not on the road to Des Moines," he said. Former Arkansas Gov. also was able to slip in a criticism of the congressional members at the debate, saying Congress has "spent money like John Edwards at a beauty shop," a slam on the Democratic presidential candidate who earned unwanted scrutiny for spending $400 of campaign money on a haircut. (Fox News -- Politics)
GOP underdogs nip front-runners' heels May 17, 2007
" On Iraq, Rep. Ron Paul of Texas, a former Libertarian, stood alone in railing against the decision to go to battle, comparing it to a quagmire he said engulfed U.S. troops in Vietnam. When Paul later suggested that terrorists attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, because of what he described as America's 10-year campaign of bombing in Iraq, an angry former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani lashed out. "I don't think I've ever heard that before, and I've heard some pretty absurd explanations for Sept. 11," he... (San Francisco Chronicle)
GOP Candidates Go for the Jugular in Feisty Primary Debate May 16, 2007
And we have to defend ourselves," he said. Low Blows and High Fives The debate, held at the University of South Carolina's Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia, S.C., had some feisty moments as the Republican primary candidates sought to distinguish themselves in a crowded field. Tancredo took another shot at fellow GOP candidates when he said he is surprised at the number of conversions toward his tough position on illegal immigration as well as abortion and gun control. "I trust those... (Fox News -- Views)
