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- Renaissance Russ Inf - Admission and completion of Acquisition Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:21AMRenaissance Russ Inf - Admission and completion of Acquisition
- Chrysler suspends 9 workers over video of drinking, drug use Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:21AMDetroit— Chrysler Group LLC has suspended nine workers for allegedly drinking and smoking marijuana before their shifts at a Michigan plant.
- Celtic chief executive joins SFA’s professional game board Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:21AMCeltic The Scottish Football Association and Celtic have moved on from the disputes of last season with the appointment of Parkhead chief executive Peter Lawwell to the governing body's new professional game board. Lawwell was named on the 10-man panel which will rule over the professional game in Scotland. A Celtic statement on Tuesday night read: "It is well known that following events last ...
- Contador shuffles deck at Tour de France Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:21AMBar patrons react to the U.S. loss. GAP, France (AP) - Three-time champion Alberto Contador mixed up the Tour de France overall standings with a powerful move on the Col de Manse.
- Aug 17: Decision On Benjy's Drug Case Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMKUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Magistrate's Court here today fixed Aug 17 for decision on a drug case involving actor Khaeryll Benjamin Ibrahim, who is also known as Benjy.
- Oil price rises on hopes of US debt deal Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMOil prices have risen this morning, supported by hopes of a US debt deal, a weakening dollar against the euro and tightening crude stocks in the world's largest oil consumer.
- State Obesity Rates Are on the Rise Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMDespite a steady drumbeat of warnings that obesity causes serious health problems and increases the risk of premature death, it has become a problem in every state, the CDC says in a new report.
- ‘DWTS’ performer preparing for Riverwind event Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMNORMAN — It’s just two days out from her 22nd birthday and a flight to Norman for a performance at Riverwind Casino, but currently Chelsie Hightower is doing stage blocking for her guest appearance on “So You Think You Can Dance.”
- Ministry gives away tons of food in Spartanburg Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMTOTAL Ministries, Telling Others They Are Loved, spread its love by aiding 300 Spartanburg County families with bags of groceries and diapers to those in need at Trinity United Methodist Church in Spartanburg on Tuesday.
- Queen's Roger Taylor to release anti-Rupert Murdoch song Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:20AMQueen's Roger Taylor will re-release his Rupert Murdoch protest song 'Dear Mr Murdoch' later this week.
- Some Gallatin County department heads not satisfied with preliminary budget Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMSome Gallatin County department heads say they need more money in the proposed 2012 budget. Today was the first of several public hearings on a preliminary budget that commissioners adopted last week.
- Piers Morgan Emerges as A Staunch Defender of Murdoch Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMRupert Murdoch has an increasingly outspoken defender on TV: Piers Morgan. After a week of relative silence on the subject of the ballooning hacking scandal, the CNN primetime host and one-time Murdoch tabloid editor has taken to the airwaves as a staunch champion of the Murdochs and their associates. In an appearance on Wolff Blitzer’s afternoon program The Situation Room , Morgan lambasted a ...
- Cows to be decorated at Beatle-donated Temple in England Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMBeatle George Harrison-donated Bhaktivedanta Manor Temple in England will reportedly dress a herd of Jersey cows in multi-colored decorations to celebrate Lord Krishna’s birthday Janmashtami on August 21-22.
- Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Holds Open House Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMThe Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence held an open house Tuesday night to show off the one-of-a-kind school in the Scenic City. The school focuses on a "core knowledge" curriculum. The K through eighth graders will all learn at least one foreign language, world geography, world religion and fine arts. Founder and executive director Marcia Griffin said it's been a long journey to get the ...
- Restaurant calorie counts aren't always accurate Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMAlmost 20% of food items tested by scientists pack at least 100 more calories than indicated on the menu, study finds. Some foods are off by as much as 225 calories. Dieters beware: Offerings at popular restaurants may have more calories than what's stated on menus or company websites.
- Photos & Videos: Golf ball size hail Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMUpload your best active weather photos and videos or watch them in our new searchable gallery.
- P.M. Bay Area Buzz: Sheriff's deputy, parolee killed in Marin gun battle; Missing Peninsula windsurfer rescued near ... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMOther top stories: Hiring surge expected for South Bay's Silicon Valley firms; North Bay group works to cut kids' access to alcohol, tobacco
- UN chief "strongly condemns" attack on Guinean president's residence Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMUN Secretary-general Ban Ki- moon on Tuesday strongly condemned the attack on the residence of Guinean President Alpha Conde, and called on all Guineans to refrain from "all acts likely to undermine" the democratic process in the country.
- Chance to raise the level of debate Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMWhat began as a blind game of chance has turned into a dedication to helping people understand the complexities of refugee and asylum laws.
- Be honest Mr Key Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMThe Prime Minister should be straight up and tell New Zealanders whether or not Israeli operatives have breached this country’s security and sovereignty, Labour’s Foreign Affairs spokesperson Maryan Street says.
- Unions win victory over Governor Quinn Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMUnion employees won the first round their battle with Gov. Pat Quinn over his decision to block pay raises for 30,000 workers.
- Today July 19, last day to register your National Night Out block party Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMThe deadline for party registration is 5 p.m. tonight (July 19).
- Karl Hobbs Named Director Of Basketball Operations Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMHere's the released just issued by UConn sports information: Karl Hobbs Named Director of Men's Basketball Administration STORRS, Conn (July 19, 2011)-- Karl Hobbs has been named to the position of Director of Men's Basketball Administration at the University of Connecticut, it was announced today by head coach Jim Calhoun. Hobbs spent the previous ten seasons as the head coach at George ...
- Northern Trust Appoints Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMCHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS) announced today that William L. Morrison has been appointed President and Chief Operating Officer. The appointment will take effect October 1, and Morrison will continue to report to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Frederick H. Waddell. “Bill is an exceptional leader and a highly regarded member of our executive management ...
- Rei Steps Down Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMSonora, CA -- Peter Rei has resigned as Tuolumne County Public Works Director. Rei's position was expected to be eliminated in September when the Community Development Department and Public
- Rupert Murdoch’s testimony before Parliament begs questions about corporate culture Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMNews Corp. Chairman Rupert Murdoch (C) looks down as he leaves the One Aldwych Hotel surrounded by his personal security team on July 15, 2011 in London, England.
- Medical marijuana law expected to get Chris Christie's OK Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMOne of the main sponsors of New Jersey's delayed medical marijuana law says he expects Gov. Chris Christie to implement the law. Details may become known on today.
- Dalai Lama show on a higher plane Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:34PMWHAT price a photo opportunity with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama? As the Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader lands in Melbourne today for a five-day stay in the city, the website marketing his eighth tour of Australia offers a window on the dharma and dilemmas of modern marketing.
- St. Pete Beach hotelier faces deadline on allegation of illegal rental unit Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:33PMBy Sheila Mullane Estrada, Times Correspondent Tuesday, July 19, 2011 ST. PETE BEACH — Resident and hotelier Ron Holehouse must formally reply by today to the city's request to inspect his home for an alleged illegal tourist lodging unit or face possible fines of up to $500 a day. Holehouse acknowledges he rents part of his home, as well as an apartment over a detached garage behind his house ...
- Deadly Heat Wave Continues, And 'Worst Yet To Come' Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:33PMWith more than a dozen heat-related deaths this week across the Midwest, it's sobering to think that the worst is "yet to come," but that's just what the Chicago Tribune is warning. read more
- MONDAY MORNING UPDATE: Orange Beach side of Gulf Park wildfire dying down Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:48AMLess smoke seemed to be billowing from the woods this morning on backcountry trails, but the Orange Beach Sportsplex was still shrouded in smoke.
- Brisbane Bus Drivers' Strike To Affect Thousands Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:48AMBus passengers in Brisbane are bound to be affected by a strike action planned by drivers and workers on Thursday, 21 July.
- SUNDAY EVENING UPDATE: Orange Beach city shop threatened by wildfire Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:48AMFirefighters this evening continued to keep flames at bay near the Orange Beach city shop, but seemed to be losing ground against a wildfire that started in Gulf Start Park on Saturday.
- Dev, Subhashree to romance in South Africa Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:48AMThe unit of Sujit Mondal’s ‘Romeo’ will shoot four songs there
- Luxor Pilot launch pen that corrects mistakes Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:48AMBangalore, Jul 18 : Japanese pen maker Pilot has introduced Pilot Frixion Ball, the world’s first pen with revolutionary thermo sensitive ink that disappears when subjected to heat by friction.
- Jeweller booked for rape Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:47AMChandigarh, Jul 18: Chandigarh Police today arrested a city jeweller for allegedly sexually assaulting a girl in his shop.
- Warren was better choice Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:47AMPresident Obama certainly knows how to talk a woman up as he’s dropping her off at the curb.
- GTA should have been materialised earlier: Gurung Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:47AMPintail Village, North Bengal, Jul 18: Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) president Bimal Gurung today said the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) should have been materialised during the regime of the previous Left Front government.
- Gulf Coast Chamber Rejects Merger Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:47AMGULF SHORES, Ala. - Area businesses voted against consolidation with the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Friday at a special called meeting.
- CALANDER OF COMMUNITY EVENTS Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:47AMTODAY Women Build Kick off 5:30pm-7:30pm at Clarion Inn & Suites Conference Center in Covington. Sign up or learn more about Women Build 2011. Silent Auction, hors d;oevres, live music. Open to the public. RSVP to Jennifer at jmoskowitz@habitatstw.org or call 985-893-3172 ext 230 for more info.
- Dabo announces retirement Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:43PMThe father of a teen rescued after a sailboat capsized during the ... The victim is a 17-year-old boy who was swimming across the channel from ...
- Deals of the day: 'L.A. Noire,' laptops and more Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:43PMHere's what's worth considering today: "L.A. Noire" for $37, a season of "Futurama" for $14, discounted laptops, and more.
- Winston-Salem Dash Game Notes Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMOurSports Central is your source for the latest news and scores from all minor and independent professional sports leagues.
- Who's the next man for J.Lo? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMLock up your husbands: Jennifer Lopez is back on the market.
- Fred Wilson: Startup Financing 101: How To Sell Preferred Stock Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMSo if you are an entrepreneur, it makes sense to understand preferred stock and what it means for you and your company.
- Standoff in Timberlea prompts evacuation Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMTrevor Howlett Today staff After an all-day standoff in Timberlea, the Mounties finally got their man.[...]
- Dan Bimrose: GOP in a Box with No Easy Way Out Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMMitch McConnell's plan B approach for "allowing" President Obama to raise the debt ceiling and do the one thing that must be done to avert financial calamity is an indication that the Republican Party has painted themselves in a corner.
- Judge strikes down Pre-Kindergarten limits Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMRALEIGH — North Carolina cannot require the families of "at risk" pre-kindergarten students to pay for the service a state Superior Court judge ruled today. read more
- Shakespeare in the Parks Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMBILLINGS - Head out and enjoy the nice weather tonight; Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is in Billings today and tomorrow. The group is performing at Pioneer Park at 6:30 both nights. Tonight, they are putting on "Much Ado About Nothing."
- 'Orcs Must Die' Coming To Xbox Live Arcade, PC Late Summer Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMRobot Entertainment have signed on with Microsoft Game Studios to bring "Orcs Must Die" to the Xbox Live Arcade and PC later this summer. The game blends third-person action-adventure and elements from tower defense games, placing you in the role of a hero tasked with stopping increasingly difficult waves of orcs. There's no definite date [...]