Rosenberg's Fantasy Sports: 'Uh, oh' week has arrived; let's hold our breath Nov 7, 2008
Also in our favor is the fact that this team is filled with players on teams dead in the water (Rams) or who could be fighting for playoff berths until the last snap (Cowboys and Bucs). Translation: No worrying about guys sitting in the final weeks to "rest" for the postseason, which can often sabotage 14 weeks of dominance and strategy. (Modesto Bee, CA)
How wrong they were Nov 6, 2008
"Rush Limbaugh, interview with and on his radio program -- Oct. 31, 2008 To London Telegraph: "I think [Obama has] been dead in the water since the primaries. He is going to need to be up 10 to 12 points to win by 3 or 4 Don't forget that Hillary winning was a foregone conclusion, too. (Salon)
Photo Gallery Nov 5, 2008
Damascus Bakery's planned move to Secaucus is one step closer to being dead in the water. Last week, the Town Council met with representatives from a recycling company that has expressed an interest in moving to the Secaucus warehouse that Damascus had been eyeing for its own business expansion. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Circuit Citys Shutting Down Nov 5, 2008
Circuit City is now drawing comparisons to the dead in the water CompUSA, which was brought to its knee's by both online electronic retail sites, and of course, Best Buy. With only one profitable quarter in the past year, analyst Michael Souers from Standard s Equity Research is advising investors to watch Circuit City closely, warning them that "We think there is a fair chance [Circuit City] will be forced to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.". (IGN Gear)
Investors want change: Dow closes up 305 Nov 5, 2008
"Fine. But take a closer look. Clinton and Kerry both supported progressive taxation -- therefore, they are unrepentant socialists. George Bush, he who went before the nation and pitched the $700 billion bailout, is undoubtedly our most socialist president since FDR. Dole? Well, Dole's tricky. I think it's possible that The Economist got confused -- in the U.K., being "on the dole" means living on government welfare. Clearly socialistic.The Economist is exposed: All socialists, all the time, for... (Salon)
The rain came, and so did victory for Hamilton Nov 4, 2008
Lewis Hamilton, who redefined our ideas of what is possible, was dead in the water, literally. Felipe Massa crossed the line first in a wet Brazilian Grand Prix, believing he had nailed a remarkable victory of his own. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Remember 2004? It ain't over. Nov 4, 2008
Kiss your party s butt goodbye tonight they ll be dead in the water tomorrow. By Matt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Newfoundland wary after rout of local Tory MPs Nov 4, 2008
"Frankly," he said, "if the Conservatives had won a majority, then Newfoundland would have been dead in the water for four years.". Search the News. (Globe and Mail)
Kravis Postpones IPO Again Nov 4, 2008
Public stock offerings are dead in the water, with not a single one getting off the ground for the past three months. The affiliate, KKR Private Equity, posted dismal third-quarter results, including an investment loss of 27. (New York Post -- Business)
Pitt football Q&A with Paul Zeise (Today) Nov 1, 2008
All of that being said, there are five games left and who knows, perhaps this could be a rerun of 2001 when the team looked dead in the water and won five in a row to save Walt Harris's job and get to a bowl game. So let's wait a few more weeks before we start the doom and gloom stuff because I have a funny feeling this team is going to win at least a couple of more games. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PAPER: INSIDE RUSH LIMBAUGH'S COMPOUND... Oct 31, 2008
I think he's been dead in the water since the primaries. He is going to need to be up 10 to 12 points to win by three or four. (The Drudge Report)
They pull for East Hartford High Oct 31, 2008
And they oohed with disappointment when another boat stopped dead in the water as one of the rowers "caught a crab" as they say in the sport: An oar caught water and was pulled downward resulting in an urgent need to halt the boat. But even that was part of the lesson, pointed out CIBA student Maria Cuadros, one of about 40 East Hartford kids that take advantage of the program. (East Hartford Gazette, CT)
Greenspan, Einstein, and peer review Oct 31, 2008
In fact, the Obama campaign has already acknowledged that its plans for a windfall tax on oil company profits are likely dead in the water, as long as gas and oil prices keep falling. (In California, gas prices are already 35 percent Road trip. (Salon)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 28, 2008 Oct 29, 2008
If held to the same truth in advertising standards as cars by the Federal Trade Commision Bureau of Consumer Protection, the McCain / Palin campaign would be dead in the water. jvc wrote on Oct 28, 2008 7:26 AM:Incredibly, a government universal health care plan could never bepolitically viable because of its socialistic stigma. (North County Times)
Rio Tinto sees bright future in China Oct 29, 2008
The good news is that these big projects are staying alive and moving along, and we are doing work with substantial activity during a period when much of the (mining and metals) industry is just dead in the water,'' Evans said. Ads by Google. (The Gazette (Montreal))
What can John McCain do? Oct 28, 2008
It is common knowledge by every politically savvy person in Arizona, and I have good friends there who are that McCain is dead in the water come 2010 when Janet Napolitano is already beating him in every poll today. Her lead is only increasing every month. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Search suspended for 2 remaining fishing boat crew Oct 27, 2008
Five were found dead in the water. Coast Guard Petty Officer Richard Brahm says the search can be reopened if needed. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
What's more alarming than tracking the Dow? Seeing what the insiders see. Oct 26, 2008
"Anything that's not absolutely top-rated is essentially dead in the water," says BC's Marcus. Commercial paper is one of those immense, crucial markets that functioned in almost total obscurity until it ground to a halt this fall. (Boston Globe)
Hollandale students learn Roman Empire's language Oct 26, 2008
If you don't study, you're dead in the water, she said with a proud smile on her face. Walker hopes his students' pride in their work will extend beyond the walls of his classroom. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
A Muddled Movie Oct 25, 2008
"Filth m" is dead in the water, an excruciating bore even at a compact 84 minutes. -- Advisory: Disturbing sexual images and language. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Sanofi's Acomplia Failure Threatens Obesity Drug Development Oct 25, 2008
The CB1 antagonists are pretty much dead in the water for obesity,'' said , an analyst at Edison Investment Research in London who wrote a May report on obesity drugs called ``Fat Chance. This could be the death knell for broadly indicated obesity drugs. (Bloomberg)
Territory welfare controls to stay Oct 24, 2008
The Greens senator Rachel Siewert denounced the decision, saying it confirmed Ms Macklin never intended to pay attention to the review report, and the ALP's promises about social inclusion and evidence-based policy were "dead in the water". Last night a departmental communication said changes to the income quarantine regime "may mean making it more clearly a special measure or non-discriminatory", and the changes would have to pass through the Senate. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Hand losses to little guy Oct 23, 2008
He hated to do it, but his heart was pure, he said the next morning: "Government owning a stake in any private U.S. company is objectionable to most Americans me included." Alas, he went on, the alternative of leaving the credit market dead in the water where banks, brokerages and hedge funds put it is "totally unacceptable.". There was more he could have said. (Albany Times Union)
Public campaign financing dead Oct 23, 2008
Good morning,Yes,Jim,public campaign financing is dead in the water. No need to elaborate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Outlook crushes home builders' hopes Oct 23, 2008
"Essentially dead in the water.". Seiders expects to see signs of life in mid-2009 and sales of new single-family homes to rise 6 percent for the year. (The Palm Beach Post)
Fossilised poo from oldest American people found Oct 23, 2008
By Roger Highfield, Science EditorLast Updated: 7:01pm BST 03/04/2008. A trace of the oldest people to inhabit America has been discovered in a deposit of fossilised excrement. (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Crisis May Turn Americans Into Savers, Making `Nasty Recession Even Worse' Oct 21, 2008
The consumer is dead in the water,'' says , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates, a New York- based retail-consulting and investment-banking firm. We expect to see 10,000 to 12,000 stores shut next year,'' on top of almost 8,000 this year. (Bloomberg)
REWIND:OLE MISS Oct 20, 2008
- The Good: Looking dead in the water against the Alabama defense at halftime, the Rebels got some things done on offense both passing and running in the second half. The comeback was sparked with a fake field goal as senior fullback Jason Cook took a shovel pass and ran 9 yards to the end zone for his the first touchdown of his career. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
MBTA must consider light-rail alternative to Silver Line plan Oct 17, 2008
This proposal for a new tunnel with new portals is dead in the water, and the T knows it. If the MBTA administration insists on considering only this one plan, it is admitting that it has no intention of supporting any replacement service along the Washington Street corridor. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Richard Donner says 'Lethal Weapon 5' is 'dead in the water' Oct 14, 2008
Also, " so I could certainly understand Warner going in a new direction with the well-regarded Black writing and directing as opposed to giving Gibson and the venerable Donner another crack at it. I gave Silver's people a call this morning but he's in London and not avialable today. I'm hoping to talk to him sometime soon and get an update on all his projects, including this one. Either way, the issue is moot; without Gibson on board, the franchise isn't going anywhere. "Yes, the project is... (Los Angeles Times)
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Unless the US economy rights itself in the next three weeks, he and Palin are dead in the water. Things are so bad that people who would normally go vote just to keep a black man out of the white house will instead stay home, and that will be enough for Obama in several key states, wher ethings arfe so bad they just can t work up any enthusiasm for the Republican candidates. (International Herald Tribune)
Christine Quinn is gambling for her political life Oct 13, 2008
"She's perceived as dead in the water," said a source close to Bloomberg. "This way, she stays a citywide player, takes her lumps in the short term and has 3-1/2 years to rebuild.". (New York Daily News)
New MacBooks on Oct 13, 2008
I'd say a a cheap MacBook is far more likely than a Mac Tablet, as the ultraportable market is hot right now while many consider the Tablet to be dead in the water. Considering the world's current economic woes, a cheaper MacBook could be just what the financial doctor ordered. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Barnwell downs Edisto, 24-13 Oct 11, 2008
Edisto wasn t dead in the water just yet. With the rain temporarily out of the picture, the Cougars used their passing game and a no-huddle offense to move down the field quickly. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Don't Buy A Mac Laptop* Oct 11, 2008
Don't Buy A Mac Laptop* - Faster Forward. Recent Posts Stories By Date. (Washington Post)
Calls grow for a new model for global trade Oct 10, 2008
"They're dead in the water.". Last month, a report from the council said the most globalized industries in the United States, such as manufacturing, agriculture, and mining, saw cumulative growth of 38. (Boston Globe)
Consumer electronics sales grow Oct 8, 2008
"The more expensive it is, the more likely it is to be dead in the water. If it's cheap, it's OK.". But DuBravac said he's seen little evidence of this. (Boston Globe)
Calera stop light proposal progresses Oct 8, 2008
Right now, its just dead in the water, he said. Were just waiting. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Thai government takes a tougher tack Oct 8, 2008
After Tuesday's violent events and Chavalit's resignation, those talks are dead in the water as the PAD moves to capitalize politically on Somchai's use of force and resume its recently dwindled protests. There could be more violence on the horizon. (Asia Times Online)
The Front Row: Baseball’s final four Oct 8, 2008
The Los Angeles Dodgers appeared dead in the water around the All-Star break, but they re now playing with attitude. The Dodgers run just goes to show you that adding one of the five greatest right-handed hitters in baseball history is always a good thing, no matter how crazy he might be. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Weekly Whispers: Boyds keep them guessing Oct 8, 2008
Oklahoma wasn't on Boyd's radar until Sooners assistant visited his school the week before his official visit, and NCSU was all but dead in the water until assistants and did a great job getting Boyd on campus. The most interesting aspect of this recruiting race could be Florida's insistence that Boyd take his official visit to Gainesville in December. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Zimbabwe: Glimmer of Hope As Reluctant Mbeki Returns Oct 6, 2008
As the principals continue to haggle over the sticking points, evidence is mounting that the much-touted agreement is dead in the water and not even Mr Mbeki can resuscitate it. This weekend, the presidential spokesman, Mr George Charamba gave Zimbabweans a hint that the ruling party is not prepared to honour its part of the bargain. (allAfrica.com)
Casino debate catches fire in Maine Oct 6, 2008
"Before it was dead in the water and no one was taking it seriously. Now, my phone's ringing off the hook and people are sending in money," said Dennis Bailey, executive director of Casinos No. "They've ramped it up, and we're ramping it up too.". (Concord Monitor)
Monday with Mike: At least ACC is entertaining Oct 6, 2008
looked to be dead in the water heading into Saturday's game with Maryland. The Cavs were 1-3, with the three losses to "Big Six" conference teams coming by a combined 128-20. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
I-Team: Defect Lawsuits Impede Sales of Property Oct 4, 2008
If yes, nine times out of 10, "You're dead in the water.". "Banks have backed away from financing when there's litigation going on in homeowner's associations," said State Senator Mike Schneider. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nick Reynolds; cofounded Kingston Trio folk group; 75 Oct 3, 2008
If Bob Dylan or Joan Baez had come out at that time, they'd have been dead in the water. But four or five years later, [their music] became commercially viable. (Boston Globe)
Bears Inside Slant: Detroit Rock City Oct 3, 2008
But just like this year, they faced Detroit the following week, and the Lions came into Soldier Field and won 16-7 leaving the Bears at 3-5 and dead in the water. At 2-2, the Bears don't have the luxury of savoring the Sunday night prime-time victory or looking beyond the game at hand, but a victory over the Lions could build momentum for a long win streak. (BearReport.com)
> Biden backer SimmonsCooper gives $196,050 Oct 3, 2008
Biden is not involved in his son s business matters and the asbestos bill was dead in the water by the time of the Paradigm investment, Wade said. Hunter Biden also previously served as senior vice president of Wilmington, Del. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
MARYLAND: State feels pinch of thinning federal dollars Sep 24, 2008
"It's basically just dead in the water.". Maryland has lost money in 85 grant categories since 2005, according to data provided by the Maryland Department of Budget and Management. (USA Today)
Florence comes roaring back to down Robbinsville Sep 20, 2008
"People seemed to think we were dead in the water. We don't have the name players, but we have a lot of guys that can play.". Florence also has a coaching staff that can make adjustments and makes sure its special teams really are very special. (The Trentonian, NJ)
U.S. must follow five-step plan Sep 19, 2008
There has been a lot of talk about whether or not the U.S. team is better off or dead in the water without Tiger Woods. I'm inclined to take the heretical view and say the former. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Joe PosnanskiVIEWPOINT Sep 18, 2008
500 and seemingly dead in the water. Since that day, MannyBManny has hit. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Oswalt ambushed early in loss Sep 17, 2008
"We're running out of time, but we've been running out of time for months. We were dead in the water in the beginning of August, and here we are with a chance to win a Wild Card. Guys are loose, they're having fun and it's been the same.". That's why Lance Berkman said his team is in a win-win situation. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
4 straight losing seasons wear on Giants, Vizquel Sep 17, 2008
" But in defeat, Hennessey lasted eight innings for the first time in the majors. His Giants career appeared dead in the water as he toiled in Fresno for four months. Now, you have to wonder if he is ingratiating himself back into the team's plans. If nothing else, the Giants could, by bringing back Hennessey in 2009, provide insurance for the rotation in case Noah Lowry hits a roadblock in his recovery or the team trades another starter for a bat. "I've got two more starts I believe, I hope,"... (San Francisco Chronicle)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 14, 2008 Sep 15, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Devotees can't calculate the cost of Obama. (North County Times)
Gordon Brown faces threat to leadership at Labour meeting Sep 15, 2008
" Related Content More on ... Comments: 8 Labour has had a disasterous 2008. The economic debacle has everything to do with the policies of Mr. Brown, as Chancellor and as Prime Minister. GB plc faces stark choices. Public sector employment and pensions need heavy pruning and total reform if the country is to continue paying their bills. Labour's shibboleth of the Welfare State needs similar attention: state subsidies for the unemployed have to be cut until employment is a real alternative to... (Telegraph.co.uk)
In Harm's Way Sep 13, 2008
It was left dead in the water about 90 miles southeast of Galveston after its engines died earlier this morning. The Coast Guard has been working all day to come up with a rescue plan but it now says that the winds are too strong to send anyone in to evacuate those 22 men. (Fox News)
Analyzing the speeches: The ladies win, hands up Sep 11, 2008
Flunk this test and she, not to mention the Republicans, were dead in the water. Even die-hard Republicans were skeptical of a lady whose political experience included a term as mayor of a small Alaskan town and 18 months as governor of Alaska. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
PG North: Fox Chapel uses bad luck as springboard to success (Today) Sep 11, 2008
"When Richie laid there after all the hard work he had put in, we could have been dead in the water. But Friday night, something good happened for us. We made some plays. We were able to put everything bad that has happened to us in the past. We pulled together and I'm excited about that. I've liked how we're responding in tough situations.". Although the Foxes lost the opener, 24-16, it was only in a one-possession game to Highlands, the team ranked No. 3 in WPIAL Class AAA by the Post-Gazette,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Broad Street Bank apartments finally filling with tenants Sep 10, 2008
TRENTON - A multimillion dollar downtown renovation project that looked dead in the water is now almost half full or nearly half empty, depending on your outlook. Susanna Aquilino, Broad Street Bank building leasing manager, noted a significant rise in apartment occupancy in the historic East State Street residence. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Farrior: Don't count Patriots out just yet (Today) Sep 9, 2008
Farrior, however, advised those who believe the Patriots are dead in the water without Brady to think otherwise. "Who knows, man. Bill Belichick is one of the best coaches. "When those guys get hurt, they know how to plug people in. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gabelli: U.S. Consumers in Deep Trouble Sep 8, 2008
Superstar money manager Mario Gabelli says the U.S. consumer sector is dead in the water, with ominous implications for the economy and stock market. Real personal consumption expenditures dropped 0. (Newsmax)
No support for teachers? Sep 6, 2008
Yep, teachers were dead in the water right then and there. By David. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
If it's in terminal gridlock, then it must be Japan Sep 6, 2008
After sitting dead in the water throughout the 1990s, then reviving slightly at the start of this decade, Japan is in trouble again. Its economy contracted by 2. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Text commentary Sep 5, 2008
" 2115 I wonder if McCain has his lucky charms on him tonight. He reputedly carries more of them than a voodoo shaman - including a lucky compass, feather, coin and rock. Obama's lucky charms include a poker chip and an American eagle. 2114 The gnarled renegade stalks the stage, relishing the moment, soaking up the crowd's vivats like a prizefighter. John Sidney McCain III is no longer the gracious loser; he is now the nominee. 2113 Will McCain give any rhetorical nod to Bush? While the... (BBC News)
