9 ways to celebrate Sep 10, 2009
The date falls on a Wednesday in September, both of which have 9 letters. September 9 also is the 252nd day of the year. (CNN -- International)
Screen hard man dies at 82 Sep 9, 2009
Barrett had suffered from chronic low blood pressure which had caused several falls in recent weeks. After his most recent fall he was taken to the Gold Coast Hospital but died soon after. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Packer jnr an elusive subject Sep 7, 2009
It could have been called The Son also Rises (or Falls, depending on the outcome of the global financial crisis). Instead, the soon-to-be published tome on James Packer is titled Who Wants to be a Billionaire. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Finally, hospitals that make you feel better Sep 3, 2009
Just as evidence-based medicine sought to analyse studies and make findings about what treatments, procedures and drugs were most effective for patients, Ulrich asked how hospital design affected medical errors, infection rates, falls, pain, stress, sleep, privacy and patient satisfaction. His work has influenced the design of Sydney's newest public hospital - the $145 million Auburn Hospital - and its collaborating architects, Silver Thomas Hanley and Hassell, have engaged Ulrich as a... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Inflation result to give RBA heart Aug 31, 2009
Contributing most to the monthly inflation gauge in August were price falls for holiday, travel, and accommodation; audio, visual and computing, and financial services ... The trimmed mean measure, which strips out the biggest price rises and falls, edged up 0. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
• Events calendar Aug 28, 2009
City of Twin Falls presents Movies in the Park, featuring "The Parent Trap," 8:30 p.m. in front of the band shell at Twin Falls City Park ... Twin Falls Kiwanis Club will have soda and popcorn for sale; families can bring their own food ... Planetarium/Twin Falls. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Singer falls into orchestra pit Aug 24, 2009
Page last updated at 19:36 GMT, Friday, 21 August 2009 20:36 UK. Martinez has sung all over the world including London's Covent Garden. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Copyright pirates face crackdown Aug 24, 2009
" The Association of Independent Music (AIM) said it was particularly unhappy over the issue of allowing more private copying. A spokesman said: "This is taking pragmatism to the point of capitulation, and falls drastically short of creating the progressive copyright framework needed in the digital age. "By tidying up a small part of the copyright law, we believe Gowers may well be opening the floodgates to uncontrolled and unstoppable private copying and sharing from person to person, as well... (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Freed Egypt sailors cheered home Aug 24, 2009
When first loaded, the map's focus falls on Somalia where most of the pirates are based. Use the arrow icons to scroll left towards Europe and the United States which are both playing a central role in tackling the problem. (BBC News -- Africa)
Profits rise at Chinese oil firm Aug 24, 2009
Sinopec's earnings contrast with big falls in profits at Shell and Exxon Mobil, which were hit by the sharp decline in oil prices in the past year. The price of oil peaked at $147 a barrel in July 2008 but fell as low as $34 in February this year. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
LETTER: Time for new approach to nation's health care Aug 11, 2009
unknownjoe wrote on Aug 10, 2009 4:03 PM:" Yes Matt oon, I am very pleased that I have affordable health-care for my family and myself. In fact I just got back from the Dr. I had a complete physical and some annual tests run. All for the price of a small co-pay.As for losing my job and insurance anything is possible but;1. I dont see me losing my job anytime soon unless the country falls victim to Obamalamadingdong's socialist agenda. But if the country starts heading that way, we will be... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Friends resumes Resolution talks Aug 10, 2009
Page last updated at 07:04 GMT, Monday, 10 August 2009 08:04 UK. Talks between Friends and Resolution are back on again. (BBC News -- Business)
More than meets the eye Aug 7, 2009
Copperfield, who returns to Sydney for the first time in 10 years on August 8, has made the Statue of Liberty vanish, walked through the Great Wall of China and done stunts at the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. He s had some bad press, too: allegations of sexual misconduct, cut the top off his finger on stage, had a levitating Ferrari drop on him, almost killed a man on stage and has been sued by a man who claims he stole his magical powers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Table of horrors Aug 4, 2009
It is the mantra that falls from the lips of disgruntled diners everywhere; the customer is always right. But what happens, asks restaurateur Sally Airoldi, when the customer is wrong. (The Age, Australia)
World trade: Unpredictable tides Jul 24, 2009
And even for cheap non-durables, the early falls were the sharpest, suggesting that retailers were furiously running down their inventories. Differences in the trends of goods and services trade also support the destocking thesis. (The Economist)
* Hes a killer Jul 22, 2009
He answers politely, but monosyllabically, then silence falls over the first-class carriage on Eurostar, which is conveying him to yet another festival, this time in Belgium. His fear of flying is only one among a panoply of traits you might assume would preclude Flowers from a career as an international rock star. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Oil recovers after four-day drop Jul 7, 2009
Oil edged up above $US64 a barrel on Tuesday, after four consecutive days of falls on worries about the economy that have brought the stock market rally to a halt and pushed the US dollar higher. Japan's Nikkei average opened lower on persistent economic concerns aggravated last week by weaker-than-expected US employment data for June, while the US dollar gained on rising risk aversion. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Inflation hits seven-year low Jul 6, 2009
Falls in prices for books, newspapers and magazines, alcoholic drinks, meat and seafoods helped offset some of the overall rise ... Professor Don Harding, of La Trobe University Department of Economics and Finance, said there had been price rises in 30 spending groups and falls in 20 groups for a net balance of ten rises in June's survey. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
If only these crystal balls always worked. A year ago, our panel thought Australia would muddle through the 2008-09 financial year without too much damage. Jul 5, 2009
But the team saw the sharemarket rebounding strongly from the falls of 2007-08, with the S&P/ASX 200 index nudging 6000 ... Keen, Peter Osborne of Merrill Lynch, and the Australian Industry Group team under Ridout all saw big falls in some rates. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
» Readers pay tribute Jul 1, 2009
"Michael you were the best entertainer I have ever known. You have been number one since I first heard your music when I was 8. You will be greatly missed by my ears and heart. May your great music live on forever in our hearts. Bye Moonwalker."--Eric Foiles, Chippewa Falls, Wis. "i was thinking, it's a dream, but now i wake up seen it real. Pop music has gone. May He Soul Rest in Peaceeeeeeeeeeeee."--Yusuff Animashaun, Abuja, Nigeria. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
A small-town entree to Australia’s wonders Jun 21, 2009
Two stops along the ride allow passengers to walk on boardwalks just above the rain forest floor or soak in the view of Barron Falls, which cascades 853 feet into a rocky ravine. The primitive-looking giant ferns and cycads, some of which are hundreds of years old, give the terrain the feel of a prehistoric landscape, and for good reason. (Boston Globe)
Roger Ebert decries Bill OReillys shrillness Jun 19, 2009
Ebert: When the Bomb falls, I'll die not knowing how to spell her name. That will be some consolation. (Harper's Magazine)
Travel apps may not be worth the download Jun 16, 2009
You travel virtually with a covered wagon, rationing provisions and deciding whether to hunt squirrels for food, pick up hitchhikers or get help when your kid falls ill with cholera. If you prefer to pass time by sleeping, there's a solution to napping past your destination. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Season's heatings in ski fields Jun 6, 2009
So tomorrow clergymen will gather in the Alps to lead their annual prayers for good falls. "Livelihoods depend on it," a Thredbo spokeswoman, Susie Diver, said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Rich get poorer May 27, 2009
But if it falls, he said, Australia's richest will suffer more. Top 200 by state. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Casualties of Waugh May 25, 2009
If [it] falls we shall see not merely the dissolution of a few joint-stock corporations, but of the spiritual and material achievements of our history. There is nothing, except ourselves, to stop our own countries becoming like Mexico. (The American Conservative)
Coming today: the wide-screen, touch-controlled iPod? May 22, 2009
Recent info on the iPod touch falls into this section (8 to 16 Gigs is a slap in the teeth), I would recommend anyone that wants a multi media player to look at Creative device's and if you compare the two you will extremely suprised at the difference in price. I believe Apple charge as much as they do, not out of cost for the device, but they know it is a so called "designer" device were people who do not do research on there own will buy it because they think its the best. (Yahoo News -- Apple Computer)
Cannes: Lars von Trier and Jane Campion ... they're ba-a-ack! May 19, 2009
In it, Kirk falls in love with a kittenish Salvation Army type, played by Joan Collins, who envisions a future of space travel and peaceful global cooperation, and wants to rescue the world from the threat of impending war. Kirk comes from that future, of course. (Salon)
Top of Class of 2009 honored at Excellence in Education May 15, 2009
The 24th annual Excellence in Education Banquet was held on Wednesday, May 6 at the Avalon Hotel and Conference Center in Chippewa Falls. The event honors the top 5 percent of graduating seniors of Chippewa Falls Senior High and McDonell Central High schools, and their most influential educators ... Benjamin Allen Bowe, a senior at Chippewa Falls Senior High School, is the son of Allen and Julie Bowe. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
China moves to curb virus spread May 2, 2009
Several US air carriers say they will cut flights to Mexico as demand falls amid concerns over the crisis. Tourism has plummeted since the outbreak was declared a week ago. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
'We Agree To Disagree' Apr 30, 2009
Brad Pitt managing to go (almost) unnoticed riding the Maid of the Mist boat in Niagara Falls, Ontario with his sons Pax and Maddox and his parents, Bill and Jane on Saturday afternoon while Angelina Jolie was filming the thriller "Salt" in Albany. Taboo and apl. (Fox News)
Swine flu crisis deepens as death toll mounts Apr 28, 2009
Oil prices suffered new falls amid worries that the outbreak would hurt air travel and hit demand. 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Twilight adventurer Apr 20, 2009
In Twilight she plays the female lead, Bella, a teenager who falls in love with irresistibly good-looking vampire Edward Cullen, portrayed by England's teen heart-throb, Robert Pattinson. "It feels so good to have something you love be received so hotly," says Stewart, who became just as entranced by Twilight after reading the novel as its millions of teenage (and adult) fans. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebrity cricket Apr 19, 2009
In the film her first in English Shilpa portrays an Indian classical dancer who falls in love with a Chinese artist played by Xia Yu. Preity Zinta. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
UK boy dies in Venezuela crash Apr 19, 2009
The boy and his family had been travelling to Angel Falls ... The plane, a Cessna 208 Caravan, was travelling to Angel Falls, a popular tourist destination in the area ... The excursion to Angel Falls had been organised by tour operator First Choice. (BBC News -- UK)
China dumps dollars - for copper... Apr 17, 2009
Analysts say "short covering" by funds betting on price falls has played a role. But the jump is largely due to Chinese imports, which reached a record 329,000 tonnes in February, and a further 375,000 tonnes in March. (The Drudge Report)
Bangkok on brink of anarchy... Apr 13, 2009
After months of falls, many Asian stock markets have rallied in recent weeks but the Thai market has been held back by the political unrest and is flat on the year. Patareeya Benjapolchai, president of the Stock Exchange of Thailand, said: 'It's really up to the government now how it manages the situation within this five-day break. (The Drudge Report)
Oil falls below $51 as rally loses steam Apr 7, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Team Zimbabwe Apr 7, 2009
By Brian Hungwe Victoria Falls. As venues for a team-bonding getaway go, Zimbabwe's opulent five-star Elephant Hills Hotel, near Victoria Falls, seems hard to beat. (BBC News -- Africa)
* Sports Briefs Apr 4, 2009
Woman falls in hole, dies. A Japanese woman playing golf with her family died in a freak accident when the greens under her feet collapsed and she plunged into a 5m deep cavern, police said yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Antarctica to Pyramids _ lights dim for Earth Hour Mar 29, 2009
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• Lights out in 84 countries for Earth Hour 2009 Mar 27, 2009
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Bride to waltz by candlelight as sign goes out Mar 19, 2009
Helena Donohue and Steve Trupp will dance their bridal waltz while friends hold candles and Sydney's famous Coke sign falls asleep for Earth Hour from 8. 30pm. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Beautiful Banff Mar 15, 2009
The Brewster Discover Banff Sightseeing Tour took us to many natural attractions including the wind-shaped hoodoos which tower majestically over the valley, the classic viewpoints of Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive, the Bow Valley Falls and the valley from the base of Sulfur. We were also treated to a cave excursion to view a hot sulfur spring and then we traveled to the base of the Banff Gondola where we traveled up the mountains and through clouds aboard a gondola. (Suite101.com)
As jobs dry up in Southeast Asia, a return to the safety of the countryside Feb 28, 2009
After months of clinging to the hope that Southeast Asia might avoid the worst effects of the global economic crisis, layoffs across the region have gathered pace, governments are announcing sharp falls in economic growth and lawmakers are passing a raft of stimulus packages. Economic woes are high on the agenda at the summit meeting of the 10 countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations this weekend. (International Herald Tribune)
Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering schedule, checklist Feb 27, 2009
He attended college in Twin Falls, Idaho, before he moved with his family to a ranch in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico last spring. Rusty was the youngest poet to appear in Elko at age 4. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Missing Australian feared dead in Japanese ski resort Feb 23, 2009
Powderlife's associate editor, Matt Thomas, said that, while little snow fell on the night Mr McKay disappeared, there were big falls in the two subsequent nights, and strong winds meant it would be easy for Mr McKay to have been covered over with snow, making discovery difficult. Mr McKay's father flew into Japan yesterday and was expected to arrive in Niseko last night, Mr Thomas said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Japan falls into spiral of despai... Feb 22, 2009
Japan falls into spiral of despair - Times Online ... Japan falls into spiral of despair. (New York Post -- Business)
More of this story Feb 21, 2009
A continued effort to discourage guidebooks from disclosing the locations of dangerous spots like Queen s Bath and Kipu Falls could involve bestowing a Kaua i County Seal of Approval to those guidebooks willing to adhere to certain guidelines. The education process could also include a video shown to all arriving tourists at the Lihu e Airport baggage claim area, informational kiosks at a variety of locations, and published safety information distributed at hotels, officials said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Need to know: Ryanair in $7bn tal... Feb 18, 2009
9 per cent in December, driven by falling mortgage interest bills and further marked falls in fuel prices ... Domino s Pizza: The pizza delivery operator maintained its recent strong track record by reporting a 15 per cent rise in like-for-like sales in the first six weeks of the year, helped by a 46 per cent jump on the Tuesday after the heavy snowfalls that covered much of Britain. (New York Post -- Business)
Timeline: Global credit crunch Feb 15, 2009
The UK has officially as fourth quarter GDP falls by 1. 5% compared to the previous three months. (BBC News -- Americas)
Over 100 UMass Athletes Named To A-10 Commissioner's Honor Roll Feb 14, 2009
Marble Falls, Texas Marble Falls University College Nicole Mercer W. Soccer Jr. Hamilton, Ontario Westmount Secondary International Business Megan Minnix W. Soccer So ... Munroe Falls, Ohio Akron Archbishop Hoban Secondary Education Lydia Caldwell Rowing Jr. St. Louis, Mo ... Tinton Falls, N.J. Monmouth Regional Business Administration Stephen Childs XC/Track So. (Umassathletics.com)
National Digest Feb 13, 2009
CEDAR FALLS (AP) Jordan Eglseder had 17 points and nine rebounds as Northern Iowa got back on the winning track with an 81-55 win over Southern Illinois Wednesday in the Missouri Valley Conference. The Panthers (18-7, 12-2) took control early against the Salukis (11-14, 6-8). (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Bank says UK 'in deep recession' Feb 12, 2009
And he said that the "collapse of confidence, or 'animal spirits' in Keynes' description, is leading to falls in production and output". "Restoring both lending and confidence will not be easy and will take time," he added. (BBC News -- Business)
What's turning kids off the BBC? Feb 11, 2009
Catriona laughs so much she falls off the sofa. 4. (Independent)
UK trade gap narrows after import... Feb 11, 2009
The deficit falls as imports drop but exports fail to pick up despite the weak pound as eurozone economies remain weak. Gary Duncan 00004000 , Economics Editor. (New York Post -- Business)
Animal magic Feb 10, 2009
" My impressions are that these horses really do help to change these men. But as night falls the ranchers become convicts again when they return to their cells. With their fluorescent lighting, metallic surfaces and constant noise, prisons seem to amplify, even encourage the occupants' aggression. Without walls A prison in Norway has disposed of those buildings altogether and created the world's first eco-jail on an island in a fjord just south of Oslo. The men at Bastoey are not petty... (BBC News -- Americas)
Scotland plunges to -18C Feb 10, 2009
Temperatures in Glasgow and Edinburgh were about -1C despite snow falls. There was more snow over much of southern and central Scotland overnight. (BBC News -- Europe)
Chinese consumer inflation slides Feb 10, 2009
Food prices are a concern in China even as CPI falls. China's consumer price index, the main gauge of inflation, has fallen to 1% - continuing a nine-month downward trend. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Many good people lie dead Feb 9, 2009
his little girl was burnt, but not as badly as her dad, and he just came down and he said, 'Look, I've lost my wife, I've lost my other kid, I just need you to save [my daughter]'," Ms Jones said. More than 70 people died in the Black Friday fires of 1939, and 75 on Ash Wednesday in 1983 - 47 of them Victorians. Senior police sources told the Herald they feared the final figure would be double that. The military has been put on stand-by to provide assistance. The first of several interstate... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Crimson ZZU: Men's Basketball Blog 2008-09 Feb 8, 2009
He began in 1971 at Park Falls High School before stops at Marinette and Wisconsin Rapids High Schools. After five seasons as an assistant coach at UW-Eau Claire, Bennett coached seven years at Rhinelander High School prior to replacing Bob Parker at UW-Stevens Point in 1996-97. (Wsucougars.com)
