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February 24th Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:32PMA lack of international schools, especially those offering the International Baccalaureat... Home sweet home?
Lost questions and answers: What happened to Claire! Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMIn our latest installment of questions and answers for ABC's Lost , we deal with "Lighthouse," a Jack-centric episode that didn't ask many new questions, although it did provide a tantalizing possibility when it came to the Cursed Numbers. The episode added dimension to some of the answers we've gotten already regarding Jacob and his "candidates" and Claire and her motivations. ( It's questions ...
Sandbag sites open in Gibson, Bayou Black Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMNaomi King Staff Writer HOUMA — Residents in Gibson and Bayou Black can begin filling sandbags to protect against potential flooding from the Atchafalaya River at public sandbag stations starting today.
Girl Scouts celebrate Girl Scout Week Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMMarch 12 marks 98 years of Girl Scouting in the USA.
W. Basketball. Gamecocks Set for Thursday Matchup with No. 24/24 Georgia Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMWomen's basketball will celebrate the career of Lauren Falohun for Senior Night 15 minutes prior to tipoff at Colonial Life Arena.
Of Government, Business, and Jobs Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMToday, President Obama gave a major address to the Business Roundtable to encourage cooperation from business leaders to promote economic recovery. "I want to spend most of my time talking about the specific steps we need to take to build this more competitive America," he told them, "But before I do, I want to talk a little bit about the relationship between business and government in promoting ...
Kim takes big lead in short program Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMVANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Like a true Bond Girl, Kim Yu-na knocked off her rivals. Nobody did it better.
Former 'Star Trek' actor's son missing in Vancouver Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMThe actor best known for his portrayal of Russian crew member Pavel Chekov on the original "Star Trek" television series made an impassioned plea Wednesday for people crowded into Vancouver for the Winter Olympics to keep an eye out for his missing son.
Celebrity poker tournament in Tewksbury Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:31PMTEWKSBURY - Back in December 2006, Focaccia's Restaurant in Wilmington hosted a charity Texas Holdem Tournament on behalf of the The Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation, which is a non-profit organization created in 2001 by actor/singer Mark Wahlberg for the purpose of raising and distributing funds to youth service and enrichment programs.
INTERVIEW: Kimmie Rhodes is bringing Country to the country Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMMUSICIAN, songwriter, author, and musical producer - Austin born performer Kimmie Rhodes' may be one of the busiest women in music, but she will still be finding the time to perform live in North Wales this month.
Japan Exports Rise First Time Since ’08 Lehman Demise (Update1) Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMJapan’s exports rose for the first time since Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. collapsed 15 months ago, adding to signs that the world’s second-largest economy is recovering from the global recession.
MU apologizes to Naval Academy over band problem Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMCOLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — University of Missouri administrators have apologized to the U.S. Naval Academy for what appears to have been a misunderstanding during band performances at the Texas Bowl game last week.
Doyle: Jobs are job No. 1 Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMMADISON -- Gov. Jim Doyle, in his final year as governor, used his last State of the State speech Tuesday to talk about sending people back to work and to defend his record on taxes.
Special convention for GLCs and government agencies Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMKUALA LUMPUR: The Congress of Unions in the Government-Linked Companies (GLCs) will host a convention in March to gauge the direction of GLCs and government agencies that were privatised since 1980.
London conference an opportunity to shine spotlight on humanitarian crisis in Yemen's north Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:54AMCARE International Secretariat Sana'a, Yemen (Jan. 26, 2010) - While world leaders meet in London tomorrow to discuss security and development issues in Yemen, CARE is reminding the international community of the desperate need of ...
Pig heads found at two Malaysian mosques: police Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:53AMKUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian police said severed pigs’ heads were found at two mosques on Wednesday, in the latest of a spate of attacks on places of worship that have escalated ethnic tensions.
Fire-Rescue Service honors legislators for support of its mission Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:53AMThe Montgomery County Volunteer Fire-Rescue Service named County Councilman Philip M. Andrews (D-Dist. 3) of Gaithersburg its Legislator of the Year.
Haiti earthquake: Aidworker diary, week 2 Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:53AMOxfam GB - UK How the earthquake has impacted on Haitians daily lives and the funeral service of a dear colleague.
Hull City player nets honorary degree Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:53AMHull-born footballer Nick Barmby is to receive an honorary degree from the city's university this week in recognition of his sporting success and community work.
Haitian woman walks 20 miles barefoot to escape quake as part of nation's exodus to country Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:49PMCABARET, Haiti (AP) — Barefoot and limping from a fall suffered during last week's earthquake, Marguerite Dorival walked 20 miles (35 kilometers) from the capital to her ancestral home, leaving behind apocalyptic scenes of bodies trapped in rubble for the tranquility of her plantain-growing farm.
East West Shrine Game Roster SCORE! Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:48PMSCORE! Catch the East West Shrine Game LIVE now, roster below. The East West Shrine Game roster pulls the best from across the country for today’s action. What channel is the game on? The game airs 3 p.m. ET on ESPN2. The game is always played once all season bowl games are over. The first year for [...]
With Japan, U.S. May Be Losing Some Diplomatic Ground to China Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:48PMExperts say Japan’s willingness to engage Beijing reflects a broad rethinking of Japan’s role in the region at a time when the U.S. is showing signs of decline.
Dodd, Gregg predict Bernanke will win 2nd term Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:47PMTwo key senators predicted Saturday that Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will be confirmed for a second term.
January 23rd Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:47PMA lack of international schools, especially those offering the International Baccalaureat... Home sweet home?
Your views: Political ponderings (Jan. 22) Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:47PMThere’s been a lot of deliberate and blatant misinformation — on the Internet, in letters to the editor and mass e-mails — about my amendment to the Senate health-care legislation that aims to protect the benefits of seniors enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans.
Morilov, Fabjan win WCup cross-country sprints Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMDEMINO, Russia (AP) — Nikolay Morilov led a Russian sweep in a cross-country World Cup sprint race Friday for his first victory of the season. Morilov finished the 1.4-kilometer freestyle event in 2 minutes, 32.7 seconds, beating Alexei Petukhov by 0.2 seconds.
PM 'backs' right to defend property Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMPrime Minister Gordon Brown has said he "strongly supports" the right of law-abiding people to defend their families and property and called on the courts to show "mercy" if they use reasonable force against intruders. Related Stories Family in masked hold-up terror Heroes' welcome for Haiti rescuers Teenagers shot in lane attack 'Crisis could boost paramilitaries' 15 held during trouble at ...
Search for survivors ends as Haiti death toll at 111,000 - Summary Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMPort-au-Prince, Haiti - The Haitian government declared the search-and-rescue phase over Saturday as the first official estimate put the death toll from the devastating earthquake at more than 111,000 people. Yet even as the search slowed and the emp...
Obama, Dodd, Gregg predict Bernanke wins 2nd term Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMPresident Barack Obama phoned Senate allies Saturday as two key senators predicted that embattled Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will be confirmed for a second term.
U.S. skier Bode Miller posts World Cup victory | Winter sports Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMWith the Vancouver Olympics less than a month away, American skier Bode Miller won a super-combined event Friday in Wengen, Switzerland, for his first victory on the World Cup circuit in almost two years.
Relief for Haiti: Where will all the money finally go? Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMWASHINGTON (AP) — How difficult will it be for the United States and other donors to track the millions of dollars in earthquake aid headed to Haiti? U.S. government auditors pulled out of the country years ago after concerns over kidnappings and other crimes scuttled their efforts to monitor Haiti’s spending of $45 million in U.S. aid after storms there killed thousands.
Haitian relief telethon to grace several networks Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMHaiti's musician Wyclef Jean, left, arrives at the airport in Port-au-Prince on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, the day after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit his country. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Lilly has no timetable for return Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMChicago Cubs left-hander Ted Lilly doesn't know when he might be able to pitch following arthroscopic surgery on his pitching shoulder in early November.
Cabot runners make great strides in 2009 Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMFour Cabot cross country runners had outstanding performances during the 2009 season.
US cites limits on aid effort to Haiti, promises more help Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMWASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration on Friday acknowledged the limits of its initial relief efforts in Haiti, while promising a quick ramp-up in delivery of water and other badly needed supplies.
Priest will continue his Haitian mission Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMLAFAYETTE — The Rev. Glenn Meaux said his mission in Haiti will continue as the country copes with the devastation from Tuesday's earthquake.
Barely home in the U.S., Armonk, Bedford clergymen return to Haiti to help Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:22PMMembers of two local churches came home from a mission to Haiti on Monday, returning to the comforts of life in northern Westchester.
Spending time with Emmy in her home country Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:21PMEditor’s note: Mark Buffalo is the sports editor of the Cabot Star-Herald, Carlisle Independent and Lonoke Democrat, which are members of Stephens Media’s Central Arkansas Newspapers. He and his wife, Linda, who is a teacher at Lonoke Middle School, adopted a two-year-old girl from China, who is now named Mary Elisabeth. This column is the second in the series about their adoption experiences ...
What you should know about GST Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 7:21PMBecause the new tax is complex and broad-based, we have a lot to learn ahead of its introduction. As a start, StarBizWeek has asked some experts to each highlight five key points. Pauline Lum Director...
Turkey starts to love its neighbours | Simon Tisdall Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:02PMThe rapprochement policies of Ahmet Davutoglu are making a splash in the region, though Israel relations remain prickly Ahmet Davutoglu has made quite a splash since his appointment last year as Turkey's foreign minister. Formerly chief foreign policy adviser to prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the dapper professor dubbed the "Turkish Kissinger" has energetically pursued the ruling AKP party ...
While you're away, be sure to follow our Newsroom blog Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:02PMThe Spectator is on winter break, and will resume print publication on January 19, the first day of spring semester classes. for any breaking news updates.
Darragh, Ivey, Keeley and Mosley Confirmed for Roundabout's Glass Menagerie Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMMichael Mosley, a new series regular on TV's "Scrubs," will play Jim — the Gentleman Caller — in the spring Off-Broadway production of The Glass Menagerie, to star two-time Tony Award winner Judith Ivey as Amanda, Patch Darragh as Tom and Keira Keeley as Laura.
Passion of Jesus to be staged in Trafalgar Square this Easter Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMCast of Christian production includes 150 actors, donkeys, horses, an artificial tomb – and a 51kg Jesus Of all the obstacles strewn in Jesus's path, keeping his weight to 51kg (8st) to ride a donkey into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday was not one of them. But health and safety requirements will be uppermost in the minds of a group staging a Passion play in Trafalgar Square, the first to be performed ...
Volunteers Needed to Gather Info on Homelessness Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMThe United Way Volunteer Center is asking for volunteer help with the annual Montana Housing Status Inventory Survey (previously called the Montana Homeless Survey) which will be conducted on Thursday, Jan. 28.
Iran blames U.S. "agents" for scientist's murder Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMTEHRAN (Reuters) - A remote-controlled bomb killed a Tehran University scientist on Tuesday, official media reported, in an attack Iran blamed on the United States.
Stocks fall on disappointing Alcoa news Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMNEW YORK - A disappointing profit report from Alcoa and moves by China to curtail growth raised concerns among investors about any global economic recovery.
Afghan govt to lure Taliban to switch sides Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMThe Afghan government is crafting a plan to offer jobs, vocational training and other economic incentives to tens of thousands of Taliban foot soldiers willing to switch sides after eight years of war.
Vets deserve to have their stories told Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMThis week we begin a multi-part series of stories about American soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen who distinguished themselves in battle for this country.
Study predicts China will face future crisis over shortage of women Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 1:00PMAbortions of female fetuses are expected to leave China with 24 million more men than women over the next decade, according to a study that warns the imbalance will dash many young men's chance at marriage and lead to increased crime.
Extensive road works in Marsalforn Friday, January 8, 2010 @ 11:58PMExtensive road works are currently being carried out by the Żebbuġ, Gozo, council in Marsalforn. The work is being done in winter in time for summer when the town becomes a main attraction for tourists and locals.