North Korea Wins Again Oct 14, 2008
Yet check out this language in a 2004 Congressional Research Service report: North Koreas support for international terrorism appears limited at present, its efforts to restart its nuclear program and its role in proliferation of ballistic missiles and missile technology suggest that its removal from the terrorism list will not occur anytime soon. That was even before North Korea tested a nuclear weapon in October 2006. (CBS News)
* Russia shows muscle with missiles Oct 14, 2008
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev stands next to an intercontinental ballistic missile before its launch from the Plesetsk cosmodrome in northern Russia on Sunday ... It was the second Russian intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in as many days and the latest in a series of high-profile military exercises of conventional land, sea and air forces as well as strategic nuclear units. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Sons of Russian and U.S. astronauts unite in orbit Oct 14, 2008
Last year, a Soyuz capsule carrying Malaysia's first astronaut also made a so-called "ballistic" landing, similarly blamed on faulty bolts. Russian space officials said they had done everything possible to avoid a so-called ballistic entry when Garriott returns to earth. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Soyuz Spacecraft Lifts Off on Space Station Voyage Oct 13, 2008
Yi and two crew mates had a rough ride back to Earth when their capsule failed to separate on time, sending it into a steep trajectory and subjecting them to powerful gravitational forces in a so-called "ballistic" descent _ the second straight and the third since 2003. The chief of Russia's space agency Roskosmos, Anatoly Perminov, pledged Saturday that a ballistic landing would not be repeated, and Yi played down any concerns ... "We already had a lot of training for ballistic re-entry, so... (Newsmax)
Space millionaire confident ahead of liftoff Oct 11, 2008
Crews returning from the international space station have suffered from rough landings and massive gravitational force after Russia's Soyuz capsules slid off into dangerous "ballistic re-entry" twice in a row over the past year ... "I don't think we are going to have one (ballistic landing), but if we did, it would not concern me. It's still considered a pretty normal re-entry. I am confident my return will be safe.". (MSNBC -- International)
Shippensburg rallies past Waynesboro Oct 11, 2008
WAYNESBORO With his football team trailing 21-6 after a horrendous first half, Shippensburg coach Eric Foust did what any coach would do he went ballistic on his ballclub. Foust yelled at his players and yelled at his coaches. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
The Bell Tolls: Ryan, Falcons have Atlanta believing again Oct 10, 2008
Mike Holmgren went ballistic. called a team meeting. (USA Today -- Sports)
Obama's 1/2 hour of airtime Oct 10, 2008
Has ordered national and theater ballistic missile defenses to be deployed by 2004. Announced a 9. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
North Korea presses U.S. on nuclear deal Oct 10, 2008
The resolution, approved two years ago after the North declared that it had conducted a nuclear weapon test, demanded that North Korea not develop, test or launch ballistic missiles. Administration officials said that negotiations with Pyongyang would continue. (International Herald Tribune)
UK firm in US body armour pay-out Oct 8, 2008
Gregory Katsas, the assistant attorney general for the Civil Division, said: "The Justice department will not tolerate its first responders wearing defective bullet-proof vests. "This settlement will help ensure that first responders receive the highest quality ballistic protection. " Bookmark with: SEE ALSO 27 Jun 08 | Business 12 Jun 08 | Kent 25 Oct 07 | England RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites E-MAILED The man who reads dictionaries... (BBC News -- Americas)
North Korea reportedly tests short-range missiles Oct 8, 2008
North Korea has a large arsenal of missiles, including ballistic weapons that can hit all of South Korea and Japan. Missile experts say that the North is also developing a long-range Taepodong missile series capable, when fully developed, of reaching parts of North America. (International Herald Tribune)
explains why Oct 3, 2008
Having invested so much in her, the social conservatives would go ballistic on McCain for pulling the rug out from under them. Moreover, McCain would be defenceless against the narrative of "bad judgement" that would define the coverage of the race for a solid week at absolute minimum, and possibly right through to election day. (Harper's Magazine)
Space tourist not afraid of Soyuz bumpy landing Sep 24, 2008
Last year, a Soyuz capsule carrying Malaysia's first astronaut also made a so-called "ballistic" landing, similarly blamed on faulty bolts ... "I personally don't think of a ballistic entry as a problem. It is not a particularly abnormal form of re-entry," Garriott said at a press conference at Russia's Gagarin cosmonaut training centre outside Moscow. (Reuters UK)
Shooter's YouTube account didn't help Sep 24, 2008
Mathew Ingram, September 23, 2008 at 11:55 AM EDT. Whenever there's a terrible event like the school shooting at Dawson College in Montreal in 2006, or the shootings at Virginia Tech last year, many people look at the YouTube videos uploaded by the killers and wonder why someone didn't alert the authorities to the murderous themes in their videos and the potential mental instability of the shooters. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Teen Rap Phenom, Young Jinsu, Breaks Through to New Heights in the Industry! Sep 23, 2008
While in his mother's womb, the destined superstar's father would often place headphones to his wife's belly, blasting the sounds and rhythms of Notorious B.I.G. and Redman to his unborn, causing baby Jinsu to go ballistic. At the age of 5 years old, Jinsu's godfather began dubbing him Jinsu, because of his immaculate from head to toe appearance and his sharp-edge rhyme delivery. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Japan plans missile test as North Korea fears grow Sep 22, 2008
Japan is planning a ballistic missile defence test in cooperation with the United States in November, the Defence Ministry said on Monday, as fears rise over North Korea's plans to restore its main atomic complex. North Korea's firing of a ballistic missile over Japan in 1998 spurred Japan to build a missile defence shield in cooperation with Washington, its most important ally ... Japanese navy personnel aboard the newly upgraded destroyer Chokai will use an SM-3 missile to try to shoot down a... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Celizic: Thanks for the memories, Yankee Stadium Sep 17, 2008
That spot next to first base is where Billy Martin kicked dirt on an umpires shoes and where Lou Piniella went ballistic and where Don Mattingly made so many spectacular plays. There is so much there to remember, and for most fans its only part of what the park represents. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Apple blocks competitive products from iPhone App Store--surprised? Sep 15, 2008
People wold go ballistic, call out yet a worse monopoly, file lawsuits, etc. So why hasn't this happened to Apple, it makes no sense. (CNET News)
Russia to launch rockets in the North Pacific Sep 14, 2008
RUSSIAN submarines armed with intercontinental ballistic missiles will test-fire their rockets in the north Pacific Ocean between September 15 and 20. RIA Novosti news agency reported an unidentified official saying missile launches will be carried out in the Sea of Okhotsk and the Bering Sea and will hit targets on the Kamchatka Peninsula in eastern Russia. (The Age, Australia -- World)
PM seeks balanced military Sep 13, 2008
" This is a robust, expansive, realistic view of Australian security. This speech was very much a personal statement by Rudd as the head of government. He was very personally involved in its preparation and selling, and he amplified his comments the next day in a press conference. There was a slight change of emphasis in the press conference in that he focused on the need to expand the navy. However, the press conference must be read in the light of the speech. Two things about the speech stand... (The Australian)
God can cause disasters if he chooses Sep 13, 2008
" it's to highlight his hypocrisy, not because I want him to leave. I sincerely don't care what he does and, for that matter, I only read about half of the buckets of spittle he posts. But I selfishly see the value in having him on display as an exhibit. Plus, he's fun to get wound-up. He starts going laughably ballistic after awhile. He's kind of like Brian in that way. Both are inveterate liars and both get violent at the thought that they're not the most godliest ones in the room. LOL. ".... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Russia warning over missile sites Sep 11, 2008
"I cannot exclude that if such decisions are taken by our top military-political leadership, the missile shield in Poland and the Czech Republic and other such objects could be chosen as designated targets for some of our inter-continental ballistic missiles," Gen Solovtsov said. Dangerous game. (BBC News -- Europe)
Palin lies could lead to Bridge to Oblivion Sep 10, 2008
The 49th Missile Defense battalion of the Alaska Nation Guard is the unit that protects the entire nation from ballistic missile attacks. It s on permanent active duty, unlike other Guard units. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
NFL Replay: There's a new sheriff in the AFC East Sep 9, 2008
Kubiak went ballistic after referee Terry McAuley ruled that the Texans were short of the first down following an instant replay review -- understandably upset because McAuley originally signaled a first down. Either way, it was too early in the game for such a gamble. (USA Today -- Sports)
A change for real Sep 6, 2008
orguy wrote on Sep 3, 2008 2:07 PM:" Panderman picked her while he was going ballistic over party pressure to nab a pro lifer. He wanted Lieberman....didn't properly vett Palin. After the real picture started coming out, the Pander team met for several sessions and actually discussed dropping her in favor of Romney. Also, pandercain said the veep job is about going to funerals and checking on the prez every day, so figured he could spin all the positive aspects and sell it to the neo base. Looks... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Timeline: N Korea stand-off Sep 5, 2008
The resolution demands UN members bar exports and imports of missile-related materials to North Korea and that it halt its ballistic missile programme ... Resolution 1718 demands that North Korea eliminate all its nuclear weapons, weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missiles. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
* Soft power: The guns and gold of August Sep 4, 2008
In addition, it felt aggrieved by plans for further expansion of NATO, a proposed ballistic missile defense system in Eastern Europe, and Western recognition of Kosovos secession from Russias ally, Serbia ... An immediate cost was Polands reversal of its resistance to a US anti-ballistic missile system. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 1, 2008 Sep 2, 2008
When their pleas for God's hateful involvement in politics backfires, and someone merely notes the irony, Ron goes ballistic. As I said yesterday, Ron has the nerve to criticize my criticism of Dobson, with nary a negative word about the cruelty and hatred coming from Dobson that masquerades as Christianity. (North County Times)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 31, 2008 Sep 1, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Let's leave Iraq, but bill them first. (North County Times)
Rebranding 9/11 Aug 30, 2008
"It was the advent of the second plane, sharking in low over Statue of Liberty: that was the defining moment. Until then, America thought she was witnessing nothing more serious than then the worst aviation disaster in history; now, she had a sense of the fantastic vehemence ranged against her ... That second plane looked eagerly alive, and galvanized with malice, and wholly alien. For those thousands in the South Tower, the second plane meant the end of everything. For us, its glint was the... (Asia Times Online)
NIU PREVIEW: Workouts not all about lifting Aug 30, 2008
Ballistic stretching and yoga-like stretches. Comments. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Any attack 'will start world war': Iran Aug 30, 2008
Iran has repeatedly vowed a crushing response to any attacks and has flexed military muscles in recent years by holding war games and showing off an array of home-grown weaponry including ballistic missiles. Another top military commander said Iran was prepared to "take the enemies off-guard" and would unveil more weapons in case of an attack. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Text commentary Aug 29, 2008
2015 The crowd goes ballistic as Obama says: "With profound gratitude and great humility, I accept your nomination for the presidency of the United States.". 2012 The BBC's Justin Webb: "He strides out very purposefully, dressed very formally - presidentially, wearing a white shirt and a restrained red tie. The look is sober and that's important.". (BBC News)
Sony Crams Features into New GPSes Aug 29, 2008
Sascha goes totally ballistic over the Palm Treo Pro, Kyle details the Top 100 Classic Web sites, and the gang also trades tips on the best new digital cameras and in-flight Wi-Fi options. Most Popular Podcasts. (PC Magazine)
Staying safe Aug 28, 2008
A course in hunter education provides one with many facts about hunting such as hunter ethics and responsibility, the history of firearms, firearms handling and safety, accident prevention, ammunition safety, ballistic and range, hypothermia, marksmanship, safe shooting zones, water safety and wildlife identification. Hunter education also teaches the importance of wildlife management and conservation, as well as game care, specialty hunting (muzzle loading, bow hunting and handguns), first aid... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jon HeymanTHE DAILY SCOOP Aug 28, 2008
com that Randolph was in major jeopardy of losing his job, I asked Delgado whether he thought Randolph should keep it, and after starting to say that it wasn't his place to say, he became angry, chiding me for asking the question and saying, "If you can be an ---, I can be an ---.'' It became clear at that point that Delgado didn't very much like Randolph (or me, either, perhaps). And Randolph, according to what he's told friends, suspects Delgado as his most ardent critic in his clubhouse,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Deer group to contact Rendell governor over deer Aug 27, 2008
Were using ballistic tip bullets that fragment, Glass said. This is more of a safety issue for us so we dont get pass through. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Bowling is good for you Aug 27, 2008
With the economy in the shape it's in, and gas prices going ballistic, you might want to think about joining one of our leagues. It's close to home, economically affordable, it gets you off the couch, and it's fun. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Unwilling to Defend America Aug 26, 2008
He opposed the Trident submarine and its C-4 and D-5 missiles; the Peacekeeper land-based missile critical to the winning of the Cold War; the deployment of the Pershing and GLCMs intermediate range ballistic missiles necessary to counterbalance the Soviets deployed SS-20s; and the B-2 bomber, a critical deployment of new stealth technology ... As for the threat from Pyongyang, Biden was confident that Russia had offered to wean North Korea off the long-range ballistic missile kick it s on and... (Human Events Online)
Different Braves team Aug 23, 2008
He ll just go ballistic on a close play. I really hope we see Schafer this September, hopefully right on the first. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hope Solo looks for redemption Aug 21, 2008
AJC sports columnist Jeff Schultz covers the field. The entry titled "Hope Solo, U.S. women look for redemption," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Army Moves Ahead With Mobile Laser Cannon... Aug 20, 2008
Even the -- a modified 747, designed to zap ballistic missiles -- may finally get a long-awaited flight test. Image: Boeing. (The Drudge Report)
Rice warns Moscow about its bomber runs off Alaska Aug 19, 2008
"With Europe divided between former Soviet bloc nations, which seek tough measures, and major powers such as Germany, which is hesitant to jeopardize significant business and energy ties with Russia, it was unclear whether NATO would produce a robust response to Russia's invasion of Georgia. Russian forces Monday continued to move around Georgia with impunity, and senior U.S. defense officials said they were troubled by intelligence showing the Russians had deployed SS-21 ballistic missiles into... (Anchorage Daily News)
U.S.: Russia will be punished Aug 19, 2008
But with no sign of Russia withdrawing its troops from Georgia despite a pledge to do so and indications it has moved short-range ballistic missiles into the disputed area of South Ossetia, it was unclear how the alliance would make good on Rice's vow. A Russian military convoy leaves a Georgian army base that was occupied by Russians in Senaki, western Georgia, Monday, Aug. 18, 2008. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
LETTERS: NCT, August 15, 2008 Aug 16, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Coverage of extramarital affairs unfair. (North County Times)
Poland-U.S. missile deal draws anger from Russia Aug 16, 2008
Under the agreement, Poland would host a U.S. base with 10 interceptors designed to shoot down a limited number of ballistic missiles, in theory launched by a future adversary such as Iran ... For its part, Washington had balked at some of Poland's demands, in particular the sale of advanced air-defense systems, which were unrelated to shooting down ballistic missiles. (International Herald Tribune)
Wetumpka youth readies for ride against World Aug 16, 2008
He jumped in and did a 180 spin off of it and those guys went ballistic. They were shocked. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Your say: Are the Australian music press a bunch ofsuck-ups? Aug 13, 2008
a classic example is when i wrote a pithy tongue-in-cheek review of someone related to an established musician, and not only did said spouse go ballistic and start firing threatening letters off to all and sundry, but he almost managed to pressure his partner's record company to take out ads in varios publications criticising the criticism. (i wasn't the only person to damn the single). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Around the rim Aug 13, 2008
Whenever I see Paul and Williams mentioned on a Hawks blog, I go ballistic. By kirknga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
What Is It About August? Aug 12, 2008
Russian tanks, heavy artillery, strategic bombers, ballistic missiles and a naval blockade batter a European nation. We are not past such things after all. (Townhall.com)
'ETHNIC CLEANSING'... Aug 11, 2008
And now Bush is wanting to put ballistic weapons along Russia's border. Bush again is responsible for this upheaval. (The Drudge Report)
Rice says U.S. won't delist North Korea on Monday Aug 11, 2008
Japan said in early June that it would lift some of its own sanctions against North Korea, imposed in 2006 after Pyongyang conducted a nuclear test and test-launched ballistic missiles, because Pyongyang had agreed to reopen a probe into the fate of the abductees. But Tokyo later said lifting the sanctions hinged on an agreement on how the reinvestigation would be conducted. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Bush mixes sports and politics at Olympics Aug 10, 2008
A senior official in Washington said Russia's use of overwhelming military force against Georgia, including strategic bombers and ballistic missiles, was "disproportionate to whatever threat Russia had been citing." The Bush administration official briefed reporters Saturday on condition his name not be used because of the sensitive nature of the situation. Despite his official duties, Bush has made clear his main role at the Olympics was as America's First Fan. (International Herald Tribune)
Monsieur Cupid: Dating Online Aug 9, 2008
Meetic founder and chief executive Marc Simoncini went ballistic and briefly considered suing. The young women in Meetic's modest office in Boulogne-Billancourt found the whole thing amusing and told Simoncini to lighten up. (Time.com)
Get Ready For The Last Oil War Aug 8, 2008
This prized status could be defined as having big geographic size, large populations, large or growing economies, large armies and military clout including ballistic missile and atomic or thermonuclear weapons capability, national pride, and powerful media or public opinion forming structures ... Most also have extensive ballistic missile capabilities, or access to these through regional alliance (European space agency for France, Germany, Italy and Spain) ... Conventional ballistic missile... (Energy Pulse, CO)
India as a US hedge against China Aug 7, 2008
Finally, China's expanding ballistic missile and space capabilities have kept Indian defense analysts on edge, as has China's clandestine submarine base on Hainan island. But never mind China. (Asia Times Online)
High-profile Chinese star has kept a low profile Aug 7, 2008
He is a human billboard who earned an estimated $23 million in endorsements last year, and a symbol of national pride and assurance, having shown that China can compete with the United States in events that require ballistic speed and scrupulous technique. "He has a kind of spirit to fight for your dreams," said Ju Guiping, 21, a student at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing. (International Herald Tribune)
Japan, NKorea to discuss abductions at China talks Aug 6, 2008
Tokyo imposed tight trade sanctions on the impoverished communist nation in 2006 after Pyongyang tested ballistic missiles and a nuclear device. Although Japan said it planned to ease some of those sanctions after Pyongyang's concession in June, Tokyo has put that plan on hold pending evidence of the North Korean investigation into the abductions. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Sir laugh-a-lot Aug 6, 2008
Everyone has a threshold and Zain says that there is always danger lurking, be it in the form of legal issues (getting sued, that is) or a nasty situation (you just never know when someone goes ballistic), especially with people who are little more sensitive. There are people who dont see humour the way we do, and its only fair that we respect that. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Robo cop: brawlers beware Aug 4, 2008
"There would have been perhaps an improvised army helmet, an old-type ballistic vest and a Remington 870 pump action shotgun. Not much else." ... Protected by a bulletproof vest, ballistic goggles as well as arm and leg guards, each riot squad officer is essentially a "mobile arsenal vehicle". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Stressed about the economy? Escape the 'mental recession' Aug 3, 2008
Go ballistic on a blog of your choice. Let the world know you're angry. (AZCentral -- Business)
A Possible Judicial Solution to Re-imposition of the So-called "Fairness Doctrine" Jul 31, 2008
But let any criticism of b husein come out and immediately the media and the trolls go ballistic that it is based in racism. The left has never had a problem with repubs being referred to as nazi's but let questions arise about the messiah's relationship with wright, ayers, farrakhan, rezko, et all it is somehow attacking his character and unfair game. (Townhall.com)
'Laser jumbo' testing moves ahead Jul 30, 2008
The US Air Force's Airborne Laser (ABL) is designed to shoot down enemy ballistic missiles in the early stages of their flight ... Built by defence giant Northrop Grumman, it is designed to destroy "all classes" of ballistic missiles, including tactical ballistic missiles (TBMs) and intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) ... The first airborne intercept of an in-flight ballistic missile is planned for 2009. (BBC News)
So She Thought: Irans threats and going Amish Jul 29, 2008
You see, Graham (who was formerly Ronald Reagan's top science advisor) believes Iran's not-so-secret recent missile tests are being conducted in order to determine if its Shahab-3 ballistic missiles, capable of carrying a nuclear warhead, can be detonated while still in high altitude flight, which would allow an EMP attack to take place on whatever was beneath the target. Of course Iran is only one in a long line of countries and/or terrorist groups who might actually be nutty enough to try... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Pubs are the last place I'd want to drink in Jul 29, 2008
Business owners were the first to go ballistic. They warned the police chief: For him to keep his job, they have to keep their business. (Telegraph.co.uk)