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John Rentoul: George Osborne, the new Macavity Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:11PMThere is nothing quite like a focus group for bringing home to political obsessives how distant their concerns are from those of normal people. Deborah Mattinson, who was Gordon Brown's opinion researcher until she told him things that he didn't want to hear, was talking to focus groups as the phone-hacking scandal was breaking. The behaviour of the News of the World ("immoral and a disgrace ...
By Staff Sgt. Jeff VanWey 1st Cavalry Division public affairs Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 5:50PMWASHINGTON — On Nov. 16, 1776, a private in the First Company of the Pennsylvania Artillery named John Corbin was mortally wounded during a battle at Fort Washington on Manhattan Island.
Our hope is dwindling Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 4:42PMAfter significant compromise with the recalcitrant Republicans who want to continue to give the wealthy tax advantages while cutting significant social programs, President Obama has finally taken a stand on debt ceiling negotiations. However, in labor, w
Five Best Saturday Columns Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:06AMThe New York Times Editors on how the Debt Limit Crisis is Just the Beginning. "Brinkmanship over the debt limit is only one of many epic economic policy blunders now in the making," writes the New York Times . "Even if lawmakers raise the debt limit on time, the economy is weak and getting weaker, as evidenced by slowing growth and rising unemployment." But Republicans, rather than focusing on ...
Needles positive for Clemensâ DNA, steroids; fakery claimed Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:32AMWASHINGTON (AP) — Prosecutors said Wednesday that needles and cotton balls Roger Clemens’ former trainer says he used to inject the star pitcher tested positive for Clemens’ DNA and anabolic steroids — evidence the defense said was faked.
Terry Curtis Fox: First the Jobs, Then the Tax Cut Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:27PMLooked at straight ahead, John Boehner's faith-based tax cuts are as nutty as creationism. There is simply no evidence to back his belief. And yet...
Bubble whammy occupies minds Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 8:27PMThanks to China, the Aussie dollar is still doing very nicely.
Quote Roundup: Groundbreaking Tweets from Twitter's First Five Years Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 3:17PMLight the candles, Twitter is turning 5! In celebration, the social media giant has launched a new website and YouTube video featuring 16 Twitter users talking about how tweets have enriched their lives. With the reigning king of all social media set to celebrate its fifth anniversary of going public Friday, here is a look back at some groundbreaking tweets from the last five years.
Bill McKibben: Will North America Be the New Middle East? Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:57PMThe president alone decides if the pipeline from Alberta to the Gulf of Mexico is "in the national interest." There are, however, already worrisome signs within the Obama administration.
Needles have Roger Clemens DNA, steroids; fakery claimed by defense Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:23PMWASHINGTON (AP) -- Prosecutors said Wednesday that needles and cotton balls Roger Clemens' former trainer says he used to inject the star pitcher tested positive for Clemens' DNA and anabo
Judge declares mistrial in Clemens case Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:16AMWASHINGTON (AP) — The judge declared a mistrial in baseball star Roger Clemens' perjury trial over inadmissible evidence shown to jurors.
Commentary: Museum of Los Gatos welcomes three newcomers Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 9:57PMMUSEUM NEWCOMERS: Meet the three newcomers named to staff positions at the Museums of Los Gatos. They are Katie McKendry, operations coordinator; Ymelda Rivera Laxton, history curator; and Natasha Hogan, exhibitions manager. All say museums have always had a major influence in their lives.
South Sudan: The Clock Strikes Zero Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:33PMHistory is made in Sudan this week. Dignitaries from across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas flew into Juba, the makeshift capital of the new Republic of South Sudan, which will become Africa's 53rd sovereign state and the world's 194th on 9 July.
Two patriots - one is quite well-known, one not so much: Your Turn Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 9:32AMIt’s understandable that, of all the great patriots since the 1700’s, one man has stood out above all others in history - George Washington, the Commanding General of the Continental Army.
Congress shortchanges the Louisiana coast: An editorial Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 8:38AMThe $35.6 million for Louisiana coastal restoration projects that President Obama included last year in his proposed 2011 budget is only a sliver of what it will take to reverse decades of coastal wetlands loss -- but it is at...
Historic Halifax Market Day Showcases Local Goods Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 9:43AMNC NEWS Historic Halifax is scheduled to showcase a variety of local products at Market Day.
BELLEVILLE: Thousands enjoy fireworks display (video) Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 6:40AMThousands gathered in and around t Willow Metropark on July 4, amid delightfully warm weather. Many came early for a day of relaxation and family fun. Others came shortly before dark, to watch the conflagration in the sky, celebrating our nation's 225th anniversary of our independence.
PRINCETON: Princeton images on Revolution website Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 3:14AMPrincetonâs American Revolution roots are featured in the first installment of images in a new online photo library launched by the Crossroads of the American Revolution Association.
Community News Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 1:47AM» Goodlatte's staff to host local office hours: A member of Congressman Bob Goodlatte's staff will have open-door community office hours from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 19 in the first-floor meeting room at Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Ave.
Hundreds Gather For Reading Of Declaration 235 Years After Independence Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 7:37PMHundreds gathered at noon in Independence Square, at the same place and time where Colonel John Nixon first read the Declaration of Independence 235 years ago.
AP Interview: Al-Qaida still haunts terror chief Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 2:06PMAl-Qaida still keeps Mike Leiter awake at night, despite the hammering the group has taken during his nearly five years as a top U.S. counterterrorism chief.
Letter: Cherish the values that form the foundation of freedom Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:12PMDear Editor, As we celebrate this Fourth of July, may we be reminded to thank the Continental Congress of Philadelphia for declaring our independence from Great Britain. Additionally, we must pay tribute to the committee of the five architects of the Declaration of Independence: Thomas Jefferson, the main writer, and very devoted collaborators John Adams, Roger Livingston, and yes, Benjamin ...
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Hosts Workshop in Milwaukee Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:06PMContact: Bryan Hubbard, +1-202-874-5770
Honoring our flag Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 11:35AMThe North Platte Telegraph It is not only one of the most enduring images of America, but around the world it represents our country more than any other. The American Flag has changed forms many times since it was created by a nation struggling to be born. George Washington's men flew a flag with 13 red and white stripes called the Grand Union Flag. In the place of the field of stars our modern ...
From the trenches of Afghanistan Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 1:56AM“The United States is the only country with a known birthday.” - James G. Blaine
Fourth of July bell ringing sounds call for freedom Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 7:21PMCHERYL BURKE BEAUFORT — The bell of Ann Street United Methodist Church rang out at 2 p.m. July Fourth, joining with bells across America’s 13 original colonies to chime at the time the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Obama's Inalienables Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:49PMtime President Obama addresses America’s inalienable rights, I get emails. “Did you see Obama left out ‘Creator’ again?” began the latest.
Why Do We Celebrate the 4th of July? Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:31PMDo you know why we celebrate the 4th of July? Why don't we celebrate the 2nd of July? Why don't we celebrate the 2nd of August? Before you answer, consider some facts you may not have learned in your history lessons.
Letters: Perspectives on UK manufacturing Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:25PMIt's appalling news that the UK's last train factory, in Derby, may close. However, there are many factors that put it at a severe disadvantage compared with those of our European neighbours (report, 5 July).
Independence ... from New York! Vermont had early history of flirting with freedom Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 6:14PMResidents of Sharon celebrate July 4th with a Horribles Parade in 1878. Participants dressed in various costumes to make fun of politicians and other well- known figures of the day.
Some perspective on our flawed Founding Fathers Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 5:14PMMichelle Bachman, candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, recently caused a stir when she said publicly that the Founding Fathers had worked tirelessly to end slavery. We often hear about our Founding Fathers in a way that implies purity and virtue, inviting the vision of an angelic choir for background music. But we don’t often hear about the messy process, the infighting ...
GPS would transform airlines - if nation can afford it Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 11:05AMWASHINGTON #8212; The Federal Aviation Administration is creating a new air traffic system that officials say will be as revolutionary for civil aviation as was the advent of radar six decades ago.
Exciting presidential visits, and near misses. Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 10:26AMAlthough Phoenix and Tucson continue to be frequent stops for campaigning politicians, Flagstaff, although off the beaten path, has also been graced with a few visits by presidents and presidential candidates.
$1.6 million sought for copy of Declaration of Independence Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 9:08PMThe New York Times store is selling an exceptionally rare version of the Declaration of Independence, a broadside printed about July 13, 1776, in Salem, Massachusetts. One of only six copies in existence, it can be yours for $1.6 million.
Howard S. Friedman, Ph.D.: What The Founding Fathers Can Teach Us About Longevity Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 5:24PMThe first four U.S. presidents -- Washington, Adams, Jefferson and Madison -- plus Benjamin Franklin -- lived an average of more than 82 years, and they did so without the benefit of modern medical care.
Fourth of July: Nine Myths Debunked Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 2:32PMMany stories of U.S. independence turn out to be more Fourth of July fiction than fact—and National Treasure isn't the only culprit.
Happy Birthday, USA Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 2:06PMThe US celebrates a birthday every July 4. But do you know the story behind the date? Read why we shoot fireworks, bar-b-que and fly the flag!The history of the country starts with a craving for freedom that hasn't ended yet!
New air traffic control system at crossroads Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 1:21PMA judge sentences a spectator to jail for contempt. WASHINGTON (AP) - The Federal Aviation Administration is creating a new air traffic system that officials say will be as revolutionary for civil aviation as was the advent of radar six decades ago. But the program is at a crossroads.
Philosophy, faith and the Fourth of July Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 11:20PMJuly 4 marks more that American Independence.
Critics: Norwich patriot's plaque has right heart, some wrong facts Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 10:40PMAt the foot of Samuel Huntington’s tomb in Norwichtown Cemetery stands a bronze and black plaque summarizing the Revolutionary War-era statesman’s life — inaccurately, according to some.
Let's have government for all the people Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 9:48PMGov. Scott Walker showed up at my job last week to answer questions about his controversial budget proposals.
Attaining The Adams Acquaintance Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 8:22PMCarnegie-Bartlett Library Sapulpa doesnât get to host a presidential visit often. Our nationâs second constitutional elected President John Adams, was here in the flesh from powdered wig to pantaloons.
Beer's on tap for Fourth Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 9:01AMAccording to the Beer Institute and the National Beer Wholesalers Association, the Fourth of July is America's No. 1 occasion to buy, serve and drink beer. Nationwide, it beats out Memorial Day, Labor Day and, yes, even Super Bowl Sunday.
York girl will tap Liberty Bell on 4th Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 8:55AMSamantha Wallace is a direct descendant of John Morton, an original signer of the Declaration of Independence Samantha Wallace, 15, a rising junior at York High School, plans to be in Philadelphiato tap the Liberty Bell in Independence National Historical Park.
OPINION: What makes July 4th so important? Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 5:08AMOn July 4, 1776 delegates from 13 British colonies were meeting in Philadelphia to decide about the region’s future. They called themselves “The Continental Congress” and their purpose was to address the perceived abuses of the colonies by King George III in London.
This day in history Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 3:34AMIn 1961, author Ernest Hemingway (shown in 1954) shot himself to death at his home in Ketchum, Idaho.
The divided states of Europe Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 6:26AMEurope continues to be engulfed by economic crisis. The global focus returns to Athens on June 28 as Greek parliamentarians debate austerity measures imposed on them by eurozone partners.
Gazette.Net: Fredericks Thomas honored for role in countrys independence Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 6:15AMGeorge Washington, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams are historical figures who over the past 235 years have become synonymous with the Fourth of July and the America’s fight for freedom.
At Oliver Miller Homestead, relive the independence days Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 4:52AM"When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another ... a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they declare the causes which impel them to the separation."
Johnston: July Fourth looms large Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 11:31PMBrutus posed the question in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," "Who is here so vile that will not love his country?" It is a great question to consider so near to the great American holiday of independence.