Kurdish Defendants Find Support in Town's Clasp Nov 21, 2009
Rasheed Qambari, who was convicted in January, and his fellow defendants worked for U.S. or British-funded aid groups in Kurdistan, a region established as a haven for Iraqi opposition and the Kurdish minority after the 1991 Persian Gulf War. When Hussein's tanks rolled in five years later, the United States evacuated the four men and more than 6,000 other Kurds to Turkey and later to Guam, where they spent months undergoing security checks. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
Home Opener Saturday Night Against Quinnipiac Nov 21, 2009
In 10 seasons, Jones has guided Yale to success not seen in New Haven in 40 years. In 2001-02, Jones led the Bulldogs to their first Ivy League title since 1962-63 and the first postseason tournament victory in the 107-year history of Yale basketball. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Takamura ready for finals week Nov 21, 2009
But the preparation for the 126th renewal of The Game, with today s kickoff in New Haven at noon, is unlike any of the previous nine weeks for any Harvard or Yale senior. Their playing careers, except for a precious few, will come to a close with the setting sun at the Yale Bowl. (Boston Globe)
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: State scores Nov 21, 2009
Regional QuarterfinalAndrew Jackson 35, Choctawhatchee 7Braden River 24, Winter Haven 21, 2OTClay 31, Menendez 28Fort Pierce Westwood 7, Archbishop McCarthy 0Jefferson 43, Land OLakes 22Lake Wales 30, Southeast 27Lakewood 36, Pasco 25Lehigh 15, Riverdale 7Merritt Island 49, Olympic Heights 29Miami Washington 24, Miami Norland 14Ocala Vanguard 37, Dunnellon 25Pensacola 31, Bishop Kenny 0South Fort Myers 48, Barron Collier 21St. Augustine 31, Bartram Trail 7. (The News-Press -- Sports)
Washington Court Dockets for First Half of November Nov 21, 2009
Sarah Nicole Bockhorst, New Haven, speeding 43/30, $65 ... Christy J. Boyd, New Haven, undisclosed charge amended to defective exhaust, $81 ... Ashley P. Conner, New Haven, improper turn, $59. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Death Notices for Thursday, Nov. 19 Nov 21, 2009
Rose A. Pruessner Funeral Services Were Thursday Funeral services for Rose A. Pruessner, 90, New Haven, formerly of Union, were held Thursday, Nov. 19, at Toedtmann-Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven ... Mrs. Pruessner died Tuesday, Nov. 17, at New Haven Care Center, New Haven ... She is survived by one son, Delmar Pruessner and wife Margie, Union; three daughters, Wretha R. Birkmann and husband Oscar and Betty Frick, all of New Haven, and Jenell Parmentier and husband Jerry, Union; other relatives... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
A special dedication for this weeks travelin music Nov 21, 2009
Josef, Haven t been ab;e to say howdy for a while so Howdy ... Haven t heard this one in a while. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Johnson takes pole at Homestead Nov 21, 2009
Scott Speed qualified second and Marcos Ambrose third, two drivers who haven t spent very much time on the track racing up front and around Johnson. Johnson crashed on the third lap at Texas two races ago when he was hit by Sam Hornish another non-Chase contender. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Lieberman slams public option, taunts critics... Nov 20, 2009
I haven t changed my thoughts about 2012, which is, I m keeping all my options open ... I havent changed my thoughts about 2012, which is, Im keeping all my options open. (The Drudge Report)
Bill Clinton to host fund-raiser for Thurbert Baker Nov 20, 2009
I haven t forgotten where I ve come from in the least ... In case you haven t noticed the country is on a snowball headed for hell like Merl Haggard would say. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials Nov 20, 2009
It is also America's; and Mr. Brown seems confident that when President Obama finally makes known the future dispositions of US arms in Afghanistan, the approach adopted by our two countries will be similar a counter-insurgency strategy aimed at bolstering the government of President Karzai and preventing al-Qaeda's return, on the coat-tails of the Taliban, to their former haven. If the NATO mission in Afghanistan fails, it will encourage jihadis throughout the Middle East and the sub-continent,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Top Eurobank prepares for 'global economic collapse'... Nov 20, 2009
If so, gold would go "up, and up, and up" as the only safe haven from fiat paper money ... "If so, gold would go 'up, and up, and up' as the only safe haven from fiat paper money." SILVER has been outperforming gold 3 to 2 for at least 8 years ... They haven;t given up. (The Drudge Report)
Singletary: First-time homeowner credits became law Nov. 6 Nov 20, 2009
For the 8,000 credit, you are still considered a first-time homebuyer if you haven t owned a home for the previous three years. The credit is 10 percent of the purchase price of the home. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Obama to the Troops: 'You guys make a pretty good photo op'... Nov 20, 2009
Obama and his top military and diplomatic aides have been deliberating for months over how to proceed in Afghanistan, where the United States and its partners have sought for eight years to defeat the Taliban and deny al-Qaeda a safe haven from which it can plan and launch attacks. Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, the top U.S. and NATO commander in Afghanistan, has stated that without the deployment of up to 40,000 additional troops within the next year, the mission "will likely result in failure."... (The Drudge Report)
ASU tops Yale, 82-46 Nov 20, 2009
The Sun Devils will play at Xavier on Saturday. Kali Bennett blocks a shot during the second half of the Sun Devils' 82-46 win over Yale. (Thesundevils.com)
Top volunteers honored Nov 20, 2009
Brockwell-Carey's team helped restore the Booker T. Washington community, including opening the Dorcas Outreach Center for Kids, affectionately known as the DOCK, a safe haven for children. Other finalists for Organization of the Year were Junior League of South Brevard and Welcome Home Vets. (Florida Today)
Our views: Honoring volunteers Nov 20, 2009
Committed to a rebirth in the crime- and drug-plagued Booker T. Washington neighborhood in Melbourne, the Coalition opened the Dorcas Outreach Center for Kids, a safe haven where children are provided with role models, supervision, help with schoolwork and other services. The BNDC also worked successfully to transform the blighted Bottoms complex in Booker T. Washington into the new Greater Heights apartments, empowering area residents to take back the streets. (Florida Today)
ASU routs Yale Nov 20, 2009
Becca Tobin scored 14 points to lead 14th ranked Arizona State to an 82-46 rout of the Yale Bulldogs at Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, Connecticut. The Sun Devils (2-0) started the game on an 18-2 run to seize control and they never let up the rest of the way. (Dawgman.com)
Wake Forest Signs Nine to National Letters of Intent Nov 20, 2009
(Notre Dame High School of West Haven). Three-year letterwinner in high school. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Regence: Swedish may end agreement Nov 20, 2009
Swedish officials counter that they haven t yet terminated the agreement with Regence. They added that they were astonished to learn about Regence s Thursday statement, calling it a blatant attempt to scare patients. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Can Georgia handle a little praise? Nov 20, 2009
I haven t heard any rumblings like you re hearing at UGA, but the situation is similar ... haven t talked with my friends in the great state of Florida lately ... I havent heard any rumblings like youre hearing at UGA, but the situation is similar. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Medicine ball Nov 20, 2009
One Saturday in New Haven, followed by a lifetime of serving others. Bob Hohler can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
3A Playoff Preview Nov 19, 2009
Braden River(6-4) at Winter Haven(9-1) ... The question is if they can move the ball on the vaunted Winter Haven D. They pitched six shutouts this season looking dominant most of the time. (The Insiders -- Florida Prep)
Kids doing their part for the Holbrook community Nov 19, 2009
Even though Holbrook Junior/Senior High School doesn t have a music teacher this year, some students and a few of their parents haven t let that stop them from performing their upcoming holiday concert at the school. They will also perform at Holbrook s 31st annual Christmas tree lighting celebration on Dec. 15. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Obama 'furious' about Afghanistan leaks... Nov 19, 2009
Obama, speaking to CBS in Beijing, says he's "furious' about the stream of leaks characterizing the Afghanistan deliberations. THE PRESIDENT: I think I am angrier than Bob Gates about it, partly because we have these deliberations in the Situation Room for a reason because we are making decisions that are life-and-death, that affect how our troops will be able to operate in a theater of war. For people to be releasing information during the course of deliberation -- where we haven t made final... (The Drudge Report)
A happy homecoming for Camp Simchah, JCC insists Nov 19, 2009
Right now, we haven t made a decision either yea or nay. We ll listen to anything, and we ll do what we think is right for the center and for the community. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
The Fed is foolishly weakening the dollar Nov 19, 2009
During the worst months of the global financial crisis, investors flocked to the dollar as a haven amid the storm. But since March 2009, when economic policy under the Bernanke Fed and the Obama administration became clearer, they have fled the greenback. (Christian Science Monitor)
Hawks Soaring, Prepare to Feel the Heat! Nov 19, 2009
While our multi-headed group of back court gunners continues to apply constant pressure to opposing defenses, they haven t exactly been stoppers on the defensive end ... we haven t even had a chance to unleash the ZAZA. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
School district's elimination of dual language classes upsets some Nov 19, 2009
But in Wapato -- where 67 percent of students are Latino -- test scores and school grades for those students haven t been so good, school administrators say ... Until we can find any data that prove we re wrong -- and so far we haven t done that -- this is the direction we re going in, he said ... Russell wrote on Nov 18, 2009 4:20 PM:" There are many ignorant "true" Americans who haven't (or never will) learn to speak or write proper English, so why should the children of people who come to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Chinas ascent traced back to Clinton-era trade deal Nov 19, 2009
China s ascent traced back to Clinton-era trade deal. 4:16 pm November 18, 2009, by Jay. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Americas leaders 'overcome' rifts Nov 19, 2009
The leaders also pledged to deny "safe haven to corrupt officials" and to co-operate in the "return of the proceeds of corruption to their legitimate owners". The US wanted to bar corrupt nations from future Americas summit - but the declaration only calls for consultations on countries that do not meet the requirements of the Inter-American Convention against Corruption. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
No. 14/7 ASU Women's Basketball Goes on the Road to Face Yale on Thursday Nov 19, 2009
Sun Devils travel to New Haven, Ct ... 14/7 Arizona State (1-0)atYale (2-0)Thursday, November 19, 20097 p.m. ET/5 p.m. MT New Haven, Ct ... The No. 14/7 Arizona State women's basketball team makes its first road trip of the 2009-10 season this week when it travels to New Haven, Ct. (Thesundevils.com)
Local teachers travel to D.C. Nov 19, 2009
Other teachers participating in the event included: Robert Pobjecky, Robin Rawlins from Lake Region High; Melissa Robertson from Daniel Jenkins Academy; Cassie Gibson froM Haines City High; Dave Klippel represented Discovery Academy: Pat McLarty represented Kathleen High; Marsha Yoder represented Lawton Chiles Middle; Heather Wasemann represented McKeel Academy; James Larrow represented Sleepy Hill Middle; Melanie Harden represented the Traviss Career Center; Alissa Blaauw represented Mulberry... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Pac-10 Notebook: Stanford dealing with 2-point controversy Nov 19, 2009
They haven t been ranked lower than No. 13 since October 2002. Meanwhile, Harbaugh is close to completing a contract extension with Stanford. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Let's hear from Obama Nov 19, 2009
I must have missed something, because I haven t heard President Obama tell us what it will or will not cover. LaDell Hollenbeck. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bulldogs to Host No. 7/14 Arizona State on Thursday Nov 19, 2009
The Sun Devils (1-0) and Bulldogs (2-0) will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday night at the John J. Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, Conn ... Prior to the Sun Devils postseason matchup with Connecticut, the New Haven Register cited that Thorne still teaches the defensive principles she first learned from [Gobrecht. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
In the quicksands of Somalia Nov 18, 2009
The United States' efforts since 9/11 to prevent Somalia from becoming a safe haven for al Qaeda have alienated large parts of the Somali population, polarized the country's diverse Islamist reform movement into moderate and extremist camps, and propelled indigenous Salafi jihadist groups to power. One of these groups, a radical youth militia known as al Shabab, now controls most of Somalia's southern half and has established links with al Qaeda. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Eleven most pleasant surprises so far this Thrashers season Nov 18, 2009
The Coburn trade was a big help in that particular task because Zhitnik actually played a key role in winning games down the stretch (same with the Tkachuk, though I haven t checked out who we ended up losing through those draft picks) ... The Lightning haven t made the playoffs since. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Yen Near Five-Week High as Stock Drop, Bank Concerns Boost Safety Demand Nov 18, 2009
Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- The yen traded near a five-week high against the dollar as a decline in Asian stocks and speculation that Japans biggest banks are under pressure to raise capital spurred demand for the currency as a haven. The U.K. currency was near a two-month peak against the euro before the releases today the minutes of its Nov. 5 meeting, where policy makers expanded their asset- buying program by 25 billion pounds ($42 billion) to 200 billion pounds. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Sinking Seahawks' optimism ringing a bit hollow Nov 18, 2009
The Seahawks haven t won on the road this season, and are 2-12 in the last 14 games away from Seattle. The last time they won a road game against a team that finished with a winning record was Dec. 3, 2006, at Denver. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Rose M. Boland Nov 18, 2009
Glenn Boland and wife Jone, St. Louis, and Ken Boland and wife Joyce, St. Louis; three daughters, Saralie Pulliam, Washington, Judy Boland, St. Louis, and Susan Boland and John Reid, Lock Haven, Pa. two sisters, Filamena Varagona and Josie Marnatti, both of St. Louis; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; other relatives and many friends. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Eleanor W. Swindell1932 20099 (3) Nov 18, 2009
Published: Friday, November 13, 2009 2:17 AM EST Eleanor Ruth Wheeler Swindell, 76, of 1859 N.C. Highway 45, Swan Quarter, died Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven ... Surviving are four sons, William Edmond Swindell of the Ponzer community, Richard Wade Swindell and wife, Betty P. of Williamston, Anthony Haven Swindell and wife, Linda and Christopher Otis Swindell and wife, Clea of Swan Quarter; a daughter, Mary Amelia Midyette of the Sladesville Community and... (Washington Daily News, NC)
Bryant (40) gets Lakers back on track Nov 18, 2009
The Lakers haven t lost three straight games since Pau Gasol joined the club Feb. 1, 2008, although Gasol again was out of the lineup because of a hamstring injury. Gasol might try to play for the first time this season tomorrow night against Chicago. (Boston Globe)
Swiss target Americans Nov 18, 2009
The move was widely seen as a break with Switzerland's storied tradition of banking secrecy for foreigners, and coincided with a broader effort to shake off the Alpine country's image as an uncooperative tax haven following sustained pressure from Washington and other powerful governments. Washington's ambassador to Bern, Donald S Beyer Jr, said last week that some 9,000 Americans with offshore accounts in Switzerland had already come forward voluntarily to take advantage of a US government... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
New light on Myer tax pursuit Nov 18, 2009
Had the Netherlands company not existed, Myer's owner would have been a foreign company in a tax haven, Luxembourg, with which Australia has no treaty. That would have caused the Tax Office to immediately demand cash stay in Australia until the tax bill was settled. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A U.S. visa, shouts of corruption, and barrels of oil Nov 18, 2009
The document said the immigration agency's goal was to deny a safe haven to Obiang and to "identify, trace, freeze and recover assets within the United States illicitly acquired through kleptocracy by Teodoro Obiang and his associates." ... The document said the immigration agency's goal was to deny a safe haven to Obiang and to "identify, trace, freeze and recover assets within the United States illicitly acquired through kleptocracy by Teodoro Obiang and his associates.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Kurdish Defendants Find Support in Town's Clasp Nov 18, 2009
Rasheed Qambari, who was convicted in January, and his fellow defendants worked for U.S. or British-funded aid groups in Kurdistan, a region established as a haven for Iraqi opposition and the Kurdish minority after the 1991 Persian Gulf War. When Hussein's tanks rolled in five years later, the United States evacuated the four men and more than 6,000 other Kurds to Turkey and later to Guam, where they spent months undergoing security checks. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
* Fed seeking to ensure strong US dollar Nov 18, 2009
Bernanke said the central bank was closely monitoring exchange rates, with the dollar having lost its gains from safe haven flows during the height of the financial crisis. We are attentive to the implications of changes in the value of the dollar and will continue to formulate policy to guard against risks to our dual mandate to foster both maximum employment and price stability, Bernanke told the Economic Club of New York. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Women's Tennis Nov 17, 2009
Cal Nike Invitational. Cal Nike Invitational. (Thesundevils.com)
State says GOP, Libertarian Party haven't paid legal fees for Top 2 primary challenge Nov 17, 2009
In a federal court filing Monday, the Attorney General s Office wrote that while the Democratic Party has paid the 37,700 it owes, the Republicans haven t made a dent on their 55,000 bill. Furthermore, Deputy Solicitor General Jeffrey T. Even says a GOP lawyer told him not to expect payment any time soon. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Fifth Third exec: Gov't could sway economy Nov 17, 2009
We haven t seen a condition like that since, 1993, Augustine said. Augustine said high-yield bonds and emerging stocks, in particular, are positioned well. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Islanders’ top line makes it look easy Nov 17, 2009
And for all the competitive moxie that star rookie center and No. 1 overall pick John Tavares boasts on the ice, Moulson said you haven t seen anything yet until you ve beaten his road roommate at video games. Madden and the NHL games are their current vices, but the latest Call of Duty is next. (Boston Globe)
CAPITAL CULTURE: Sotomayor adds celebrity to court Nov 17, 2009
White New Haven firefighters are seeking promotions after winning their discrimination lawsuit before the U.S. Supreme Court. Twenty firefighters, who include one Hispanic, sued New Haven after the city threw out results of a 2003 promotion exam for lieutenants and captains when too few minorities did well. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Local College Basketball Preview Capsules Nov 17, 2009
Nov. 15 - at Lock Haven, 3 ... Dec. 2 - LOCK HAVEN, 7 ... Lock Haven 3-11 5-22. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Singletary: First-time homeowner credits became law Nov. 6 Nov 17, 2009
For the 8,000 credit, you are still considered a first-time homebuyer if you haven t owned a home for the previous three years. The credit is 10 percent of the purchase price of the home. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Temporary visas protect no one Nov 17, 2009
Not to be outdone in resurrecting a shameful past, however, Mr Turnbull has proposed that people granted refugee status should be issued ''safe haven'' visas, which in all essentials would be the same as the Howard government's temporary protection visas. At a set time, which would be no longer than three years into their stay, holders of the visas would be required to prove that they had a continuing need for protection. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
FACT CHECK: Palin's book goes rogue on some facts Nov 16, 2009
WASHINGTON Sarah Palin's new book reprises familiar claims from the 2008 presidential campaign that haven't become any truer over time ... PALIN: Describing her resistance to federal stimulus money, Palin describes Alaska as a practical, libertarian haven of independent Americans who don't want "help" from government busybodies. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Brumby runs a Labor Government? If so, it's in name only Nov 16, 2009
A few months later Babcock and Brown sold its equity in the PPP (which cost them less than $50 million) for $91 million to a related party incorporated in the tax haven of Guernsey. For two hospitals to cost Victorian taxpayers through to 2035 just over $60 million a year extra compared with conventional public finance without substantive health benefits is corruption in any language. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
COLUMN: 'Glancing Back' at school box suppers and Dean Martin! Nov 16, 2009
I haven t had time to think about it. But I have to admit that an item in Glancing Back on this page Friday sent my mind rushing back. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
SunStateFootball Top 25 Nov 16, 2009
WINS: at Winter Haven 28-0, Tenoroc 60-0, at De La Salle(CA) 31-30, Plantation 46-14, Bayside 38-9, Ridge 56-12, Osceola 26-7, Flanagan 44-22, at George Jenkins 36-6, Kathleen 28-21 ... WINS: Braden River 28-20, Booker 43-7, Sarasota Riverview 41-14, at Southeast 34-10, North Port 55-0, Charlotte 31-28, at Sarasota 48-7, at Manatee 43-29, Woods Haven Prep 46-6. (The Insiders -- Florida Prep)
Number of stimulus jobs inflated Nov 16, 2009
Some who overstated jobs created their own formulas or listed jobs they expect to create but haven t yet. Others said they simply got it wrong. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
AP News in Brief at 5:58 p.m. EST Nov 16, 2009
Hundreds of French and Afghan troops pushed into a volatile valley east of the Afghan capital Sunday in an attempt to gain control of an area that has long been a haven for militants who launch quick attacks and then fade back into hillside villages. The force of about 700 French and 100 Afghan soldiers launched the offensive into the Tagab valley before dawn, one part from the north and another from the south, according to Col. Francis Chanson, head of the French marine infantry regiment. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Clinton clear on US aims Nov 16, 2009
"That could happen, but our primary focus is on the security of the United States of America. How do we protect and defend against future attacks? "We do not want to see Afghanistan return to being a safe haven and a staging platform for terrorism as it was before. That is what is driving the president to make the best decision he can make. (iAfrica.com)
Western denied regional berth for second straight year Nov 16, 2009
No. 1 California (Pennsylvania) (32-4) vs. No. 8 Chowan (27-8) No. 2 Lock Haven (31-5) vs. No. 7 Mercyhurst (18-11) No. 3 Clarion (24-8) vs. No. 6 Edinboro (21-12) No. 4 Gannon (22-9) vs. No. 5 Wheeling Jesuit (32-5) ... No. 1 Dowling (26-6) vs. No. 8 Georgian Court (26-9) No. 2 New Haven (24-5) vs. No. 7 Pace (17-11) No. 3 Bridgeport (31-6) vs. No. 6 Massachusetts-Lowell (22-9) No. 4 Adelphi (27-9) vs. No. 5 Bentley (17-12). (Wwuvikings.com)
Bradley: Has Martinez saved his job? Nov 16, 2009
We ve kept working hard,and we haven t let anything deter us from from what we know is best ... and no to Ken Norton Jr. Haven t you seen the scores against the vaunted USC defense this year ... I haven t. No matter how bad things get he just stands there like he s communing with Jesus. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
