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Gov't should address lack of local jobs for nurses - Angara Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:52AMSeptember 7, 2010. Senator Edgardo J. Angara is set to continue dialogues with leaders of the nursing profession to find a solution to the lack of job opportunities for nurses in the Philippines and the apparent deterioration in the quality of nursing education. The continuing discussions set for next week will be...
The Man Who Divided Germany - Why Sarrazin's Integration Demagoguery Has Many Followers Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:16AMThilo Sarrazin's controversial new book on Muslims in Germany has not only generated opprobrium from the political elite, it has also generated a mass following from the population at large. The tome may be full of inaccuracies, but it has struck a nerve.
TPG tasked to find new Armscor boss in South Africa Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:10AMTechnopark Personnel Group of Brooklyn, Pretoria, has won a R270 000 contract to help Armscor, the South African Department of Defence's acquisition agency, acquire a new chief executive. ...
Greenpeace two get jail terms in Japan whale meat case Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:01AMAFP - A Japanese court Monday sentenced two Greenpeace activists to suspended one-year jail terms for stealing a box of whale meat that the group said was proof of embezzlement in state-run "research whaling".
Cleanup focuses on Boulder Creek Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:46AMAn area along Boulder Creek north of WaterWorks Park will be the target of a cleanup hosted by Redding-based Shasta Land Trust.
United Way sets $475K campaign goal Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:09AMWith the kickoff a few weeks away, United Way organizers are preparing for their 2010-2011 campaign. This year the chair for the event is Bernie Steinmetz, who was vice chair last year.
Website will link projects, volunteers Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:03AMNola Brown hopes to do a number of nice things very soon for you and for all Wichitans and Kansans.
Carol Saunders: Cancer Society elects new unit operating board Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:00AMA new Unit Operating Board for the North Palm Beach Unit of the American Cancer Society was elected at the annual board meeting, Aug. 24, at & Robb & Stucky Interiors in Palm Beach Gardens.
Manship School searches for new dean Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:33PMBy: Linden Uter A 13-member search committee is still in the process of finding a new dean for the Manship School of Mass Communication after sifting through a list of 21 applicants at a meeting Friday. During the summer, the committee sent e-mails to potential ca...
It's the PFT Bag-o-mail Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMI originally intended to bang out this week's mailbag during the drive back from New York in the new '68 VW bus on Saturday. But working on a laptop in a moving vehicle isn't all that easy, especially when operating...
McClain begins expansion at Chapel Grove Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:07AMHEATH -- Chapel Grove Inn residents will be able to go to the theater, ice cream shop, pub, aviary and outdoor courtyard without leaving home.
Pfister succeeds Grygo as S.R. superintendent Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 5:09AMBY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer South River school district’s assistant superintendent has taken over the district’s top job. Michael Pfister is serving as acting superintendent as of Sept. 1, taking over for Ronald Grygo, who retired after 38 years with South River Public Schools, the last seven as superintendent. read more
Split in GOP leads to formation of Cherry Hill Area Tea Party Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:30AMTurns out tea also grows in Cherry Hill.
Homeless in Utah Valley Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:20AMThe answer to homelessness? A home.
Some Putnam GOP leaders upset with Scannapieco Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 1:34AMAnthony Scannapieco, chairman of both the Putnam County and Carmel Republican committees, may no longer be Mr. GOP in the eyes of some party leaders.
Social conversation Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:31AMThe celebration was on a Saturday in August at Hyde Park, home of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, architect of Social Security.
Space to grow Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:13AMNext year, Galler wants to do even better by securing more seating and starting performances a little later in the day - maybe running 3 to 7 p.m. or 4 to 8 p.m. - to beat at least some of the heat and have the chance to get people in the shade.
Fairfax appoints two new directors Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:47AMFairfax Media has appointed two new directors Michael Anderson and Gregory Hywood. Chairman Roger Corbett says the appointments mark the completion of the board renewal process announced in late 2009.
PHA board may pick fill-in chief Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:05AMFormer city Managing Director Phil Goldsmith is the leading candidate to head the Philadelphia Housing Authority while its board investigates sexual-harassment and other allegations against suspended Executive Director Carl R. Greene, two board members said Wednesday.
Because of parental failure, Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:30AMIn reply to Probe on Aminulrasyid's fatal shooting finalised tomorrow : Because of parental failure, a kid died and a cop doing his job is screwed.
NC Apple Festival has full menu of music Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:25AMHENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Like magic, downtown has been transformed into a center for entertainment and everything apple during the past 24 hours.
Probe on Aminulrasyid's fatal shooting finalised tomorrow Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:24AMThursday, September 2nd, 2010 13:37:00 PETALING JAYA: A special panel investigating the fatal shooting of Aminulrasyid Amzah (pic) is expected to meet in Putrajaya tomorrow to finalise its report and recommendations. Sources told The Malay Mail panel members would discuss the final draft of the report before presenting it to the Cabinet.
Thursday, September 2, 2010 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:20AMWhy conscience alone is not enough - Fr Joseph Mizzi, director, Cana Movement, Floriana I honestly feel that the Catholic Church in Malta is passing through serious, challenging times. It is facing attacks on all fronts, from inside...
Steinhaus vetoes Dutchess County retirement plan Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:07AMPOUGHKEEPSIE —Dutchess County Executive William Steinhaus has vetoed the early retirement incentive program approved recently by the county Legislature.
TV can still influence Labour's leadership vote Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:15AMTV debates were the defining element of the last election. Cleggmania was born after millions tuned into the first debate and were introduced to a politician capable of using voters' first names and looking down the barrel of the camera during his closing statement.
Sacred Heart to honor Rabbi Joseph Ehrenkranz Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:57AMThe Center for Christian-Jewish Understanding at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield will honor its co-founder and former executive director, Rabbi Joseph H. Ehrenkranz, at its 13th Nostra Aetate Dinner.
Wynn Las Vegas Redesigns Resort Rooms Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:33AMBoasting a high-end residential feel, the spaces are outfitted in crisp, neutral décor complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows.
Where are the Vancouver Civic Greens when you need them? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:16AMThe Vancouver Civic Greens made one of the most lopsided deals in political history in 2008.
Texas' Worst Commutes: Is Yours On The List? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:23AMIf you think you have a rough commute here in North Texas, you're probably right: the Texas Department of Transportation says four of the ten most congested roads in Texas are in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Care to guess which local road is the worst? It probably won't surprise you.
Social Security in the Heartland: Ronald Eaker Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:20AMBefore the year ends, the president’s deficit commission will bring forth a plan for cutting the deficit.
Steinhaus vetoes early retirement program Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:10AMPOUGHKEEPSIE – Dutchess County Executive William Steinhaus vetoed the early retirement incentive program approved recently by the county Legislature for county employees.
Here's How BNP Paribas And Rusal Are Going To Convince Shareholders Of A Norilsk Nickel Takeover Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:04AMOleg Deripaska is preparing a series of presentations to institutional investors next week in Boston and New York, chaperoned by one of his largest creditor banks, BNP Paribas.
Local group to meet FIFA World Cup bid inspectors Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:39AMA group representing Philadelphia will meet with a FIFA delegation touring U.S. World Cup bid cities at a reception in New York next Monday.
Bexar fares well on state's new highway traffic congestion study Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:52AMEach weekday, Darby Theilen leaves his Lake Conroe home at 6:30 a.m. and drives to southwest Houston, where he works as an operations manager for an automobile dealership, and where his 3-year-old son, Harrison, attends private school. He makes the round-trip commute — about 120 miles — in a full-size Dodge pickup, along Interstate 45, the city’s North Loop and U.S. Highway 59. But the distance ...
As St. Johns River Summit draws near, organizers aiming for impact Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:23AMIn two weeks, people from every part of the 310-mile St. Johns River will meet in Jacksonville to share concerns and ideas about the river's health and its future. Organizers want the St. Johns River Summit to become a starting point for a new, coordinated campaign to protect and restore the river. But those ambitions will hinge on drawing a crowd that can help reach that goal. "Depending on who ...
Spicing up Smoke on the Water Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:21AMSpencer Stanley (standing), Washington Noon Rotary’s Smoke on the Water chairman, works with (from left) Tom Miller, Washington Harbor District Alliance; Kristi Hardison, City of Washington; and Rotarian Catherine Glover, representing the Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce, to plan site locations for festival events.
Lansdale Borough Council selects second audit firm Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:14AMAuditing firm Maillie Falconiero and Co. has been chosen by Lansdale Borough Council to conduct the borough’s annual financial audit.
Renfrew jazz fest hits right notes Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:30PMThe heat and humidity didn t bother almost 1,000 people who spread blankets or sat on lawn chairs in the shade to enjoy the 19th annual Jazz Festival at Renfrew Park Sunday.
Vince Gill to give free Gulf beach concert Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:21PMVince Gill to give free Gulf beach concert
SEC en banc ruling rejects PSE President’s appointment Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:06PMThe Securities and Exchange Commission en banc has ruled that the appointment of Val Antonio Suarez as Philippine Stock Exchange president violates the Securities Regulation Code since his wife is currently a top official, stockholder, and salesman of a stock brokerage firm. In a letter to the PSE, PSE market regulation director Jose Aquino said that this means Suarez is indirectly associated ...
Vince Gill to give free Gulf beach concert Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:58AMHere's a pair of great travel incentives to get you back to Florida's beaches before summer slips away.
SEC Makes It Easier for Investors to Nominate Corporate Directors Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:36AMThe Securities and Exchange Commission voted 3-2 on Wednesday to change how public company shareholders can nominate directors on proxy materials.
US-EU power struggle threatens to paralyze IMF Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:27AMWASHINGTON -- A power struggle threatens to throw the International Monetary Fund into disarray unless a compromise is reached soon between the United States and Europe over how to give more say to emerging powers.
The Two Sheds Review: ROH Phoenix Rising Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:12AMIt’s on to Ring of Honor action for my latest review as we take a look back at their second show from the Wrestlemania weekend earlier this year, Phoenix Rising. The show began with Kenny Omega taking on Rocky Romero. There was plenty of fast-paced action in this matinee opener. A few minutes longer than ROH’s usual show starter, Omega and Romero were well suited to each other, with Omega ...
NACA, Save the Dream tour, loan modifications Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:05AMFriday, 9 a.m., is the official opening for the Neighborhood Assistance Corp. of America major mortgage modification event in West Palm Beach. But I know people will be lined up overnight, waiting for the Save The Dream Tour to open.
Lincoln couple sponsors human rights lecture Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:58AMThe K. George and Carolann S. Najarian, M.D. Inaugural Endowed Lecture on Human Rights will be held on Thursday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. at Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall.
Steve Wendell to head Bridgeport JCCS Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:28AMSteven Wendell has been named president and CEO of the Jewish Community Center and the UJA/Federation of Eastern Fairfield County (JCCS), it was announced recently by Hal Rosnick and Rob Berkowitz, co-chairs of the JCCS board of directors.
Water Board Moves Sluggishly In Meeting Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:53AMAt its regularly scheduled August meeting Friday morning, the newly reorganized board of directors for the Dade Water Authority seemed slow to act on standing issues, choosing once again to table issues left from last month and before.
The Shriver Report™, A Woman's Nation Takes On Alzheimer's Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:18AMMaria Shriver, whose California Women's Conference is the preeminent forum by, for, and about American women, is joining with the Alzheimer's Association the leader in Alzheimer's care, support and research to release The Shriver Report: A Woman's Nation Takes on Alzheimer's on October 15. The Shriver Report is a groundbreaking, comprehensive examination of the impact of Alzheimer's disease on ...
Hinsdale Antiques Show comes to an abrupt end Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:59AMThe decision not to have the Hinsdale Antiques Show this year wasn't an easy one for Theresa Forthofer, executive director at The Community House.