School menus Nov 19, 2009
Breakfast- Frosted mini-wheats, Apple juice. Lunch- BBQ chicken breasts, buttered egg noodles, peas, pineapple. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Current opinion » Nov 19, 2009
As kids on the farm in Indiana I always knew Johnny would become a paratrooper because he was constantly jumping out of somewhere: the apple trees, the hay maw, the roof of the barn. One hundred and fifty years ago this month, Charles Darwin published The Origin of Species. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
ASU pulls out win over TCU Nov 18, 2009
ASU moves on to the next game, Friday against San Francisco at 4:30 p.m., one final tune-up before the Big Apple. We're excited about New York,'' Sendek said. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Solar Power With Style Nov 17, 2009
"When we took an audit of solar products at the point of use," says Robert Brunner, former director of industrial design for Apple Computer and now cofounder of San Francisco -- based Regen, "we realized that most of them look like bad science experiments -- geeky boxes, Rube Goldberg kinds of things. There are very few objects I coveted or wanted to use.". Without covetousness, of course, there is no market. (FastCompany)
How Many Costume Changes Are There in Lady Gaga's New Video? Nov 17, 2009
The femme-fatale finale pictures her as an apple of desire rolling around a torched orchard. Robert Rauschenberg, I'm really happy for you, and I'ma let you finish, but Gaga's closing tableau is one of the great of all time. (Slate)
San Diego State 70, Saint Mary's 66 Nov 17, 2009
The biggest game in San Diego State hoops history ended with Aztecs earning a trip to the Big Apple and sending Patrick Mills into his offseason. The Aztecs raced to a huge lead at noisy Cox Arena, blew it all, then rallied to beat Mills and the Saint Mary's Gaels 70-66 on Wednesday night to reach the semifinals of the NIT.. (Goaztecs.com)
Spend a cozy, homey day in Edmonds, a charming ferry-dock town north of Seattle Nov 17, 2009
And where diversity in Edmonds once meant a choice at the bakery among bear claws, apple strudel or maple bars, the town is now truly a jumping-off point for the world. Native son Rick Steves founded his Europe-focused travel empire here and offers free seminars most Thursdays and Saturdays at his Europe Through the Back Door Travel Center, 130 Fourth Ave. N., or in the remodeled Princess, now Edmonds Theatre. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Rail authority approves $9 million PR effort Nov 16, 2009
He likened the misinformation to "a sore that festers" and a "rotten apple" that Ogilvy needs to get out of the barrel immediately ... But while the communication professionals from Ogilvy are preparing to pluck rotten apples, soothe sores and teach its responders to fly, another group has been performing its own outreach effort across the Peninsula ... One of them, Elizabeth Alexis, said she took issue with Diridon's Nov. 3 comments about "rotten apples" and "flying squads.". (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Healthy Colon Cleanse Nov 15, 2009
Eat plenty of all types of vegetables, and beneficial fruits apples for pectin, for nutrients and prebiotics, berries and grapes for antioxidants ... The colon cleansing diet also of course requires plenty of liquids, water, fresh fruit juices such as apple, papaya, pineapple, and carrot. (Suite101.com)
A grandmother's Thanksgiving remembrance Nov 15, 2009
Two weeks ago I drove my friend Carol and grandson, Jesse, who attends kindergarten at St. Charles School in Woburn, to Canterbury, N.H., to pick apples ... I have been coming to Hackelboro s apple orchard ever since Jesse s mom was 4 years old, and that was many years ago ... I noticed families having lots of fun with their children, picking apples and munching on them too. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Forum provides insight on agritourism Nov 15, 2009
From left: Mike Boyle of Lazy S Ranch, Sherry Hull of Hull-O Farm, and Randi and Chris Loken of Love Apple Farms ... Chris and Randi Loken of Love Apple farms have been in business more than 40 years ... Fruit available for picking include cherries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, plums, pears, apples, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and currants. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Soprano family values Nov 15, 2009
Yankee shortstop one of many stars to film in the Big Apple ... Macy's hosted Clown University with clowns from the Big Apple Circus on Saturday ... Is the opening of a new Apple store worth standing in line for. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Homemade Herbal Holiday Decorations Nov 14, 2009
Nuts, rose hips and dried orange and apple slices, strings of raisins, cinnamon sticks and pinecone are easily obtainable and frugal additions to last years wreath or swag at the entry. Attached to an inexpensive new holiday wreath purchase, they make a fragrant and personalized gift. (Suite101.com)
Realtors: Home Prices to Rise 4 Percent in 2010 Nov 14, 2009
In this Oct. 27, 2009 photo, sign installer Kenny Pichard from Apple Valley, Calif ... In this Oct. 27, 2009 photo, sign installer Kenny Pichard from Apple Valley, Calif. (ABC News -- Wire)
Diabetes Day: Unlock those health woes Nov 14, 2009
These can be derived from whole wheat, barley, refined flour, beans, legumes and whole fruits like guava and apple. Since the total dietary fibre in our daily diet should be 25-40 gm per day, experts recommend at least 4-5 servings fruits and vegetables daily. (India Times, India)
Kevin and Joel's Meal of the Week: El Paso I Nov 14, 2009
Kevin nearly lost it when he realized that P.F. Chang's offers an apple pie mini-dessert. Loyal Meal of the Week readers know that OA photographer and dessert aficionado Kevin Buehler loves apples more than anything ... And he fell in love with the apple pie mini-dessert. (Odessa American, TX)
Windows 7 borrowed 'look' of Mac Nov 14, 2009
"One of the things that people say an awful lot about the Apple Mac is that the OS is fantastic, that it's very graphical and easy to use," Mr Aldous told PCR.. "What we've tried to do with Windows 7 - whether it's traditional format or in a touch format - is create a Mac look and feel in terms of graphics. We've significantly improved the graphical user interface, but it's built on that very stable core Vista technology, which is far more stable than the current Mac platform, for instance.". (BBC News -- Technology)
COLUMN: Where have all the aprons gone? Nov 13, 2009
I like baking sugar cookies, apple pies, banana bread but I often find myself inexplicably covered in flour by the time I finish, much to my husband s amusement. But last year, I finally remembered aprons. (Easton Journal, MA)
The next level in handheld games Nov 13, 2009
Apple's iPhone and iPod touch are starting to erode years of market dominance by Nintendo's DS and Sony's PSP. ... Phil Schiller, Apple's marketing director, told a conference that his company is ahead of the pack in the number of titles ... Apple has also re-launched its devices with faster processors and third generation operating systems to enable them to handle more complex games. (BBC News -- Technology)
Apple overhauls entire iPod line Nov 13, 2009
A touch-screen iPod has been added to Apple's popular line of portable music players ... The device was unveiled by Apple boss Steve Jobs during a press conference that also showed off revamped versions of the other models of music players ... The overhaul comes in time for the key US holiday season when Apple typically sees an upturn in sales of the players. (Yahoo News -- Apple Computer)
Flower Essences to Relieve Menopaus... Nov 13, 2009
Fuzzy thinking--Crab Apple. Disturbing memory lapses--Crab Apple ... Anxiety--Mimulus (known source), Aspen (inexplicable), Crab Apple (w/ shame). (Suite101.com)
Chamber's Donohue Keeps Cash Coming After PG&E, Apple Defect, Obama Scolds Nov 12, 2009
Chambers Donohue Keeps Cash Coming After PG&E, Apple Defect - Bloomberg ... Chambers Donohue Keeps Cash Coming After PG&E, Apple Defect ... Apple, , owner of the largest number of U.S. nuclear power plants, and , New Mexicos biggest utility company, also said they were quitting. (Bloomberg)
Party favors Nov 12, 2009
1/4 cup high-quality cocoa 4-1/2 cups rolled oats 1 cup sunflower seeds 3/4 cup white sesame seeds 3/4 cup apple compote or applesauce 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/3 cup brown rice syrup or rice malt syrup 1/4 cup clover honey or other runny honey 3/4 cup light brown sugar 2 cups raw peanuts 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons canola oil or sunflower oil. Preheat oven to 310 degrees. (AZCentral -- Home)
Microsoft hopes tech types get touchy with computer screens Nov 12, 2009
For its part, Apple has resisted the kind of touch-screen computers now emerging from the PC camp. But there's speculation, if no actual confirmation from Apple, that the company might unveil a multitouch-based tablet computer relatively soon ... In the meantime, Apple is marketing touch technology in other ways, apart from the iPhone or iPod Touch. (USA Today -- Money)
Vegan MetroWest Network celebrates one-year anniversary Nov 12, 2009
Macrobiotic and vegan On the menu: vegan buffet, wheat noodles in shiitake broth, apple strudel Nourish Restaurant 1727 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington. Vegan-friendly On the menu: vegetable- stuffed phyllo, vegetarian chili, marinated tofu pizza Prana Caf 292 Centre St., Newton. (Boston Globe)
Women's Gymnastics Signs Three to Letters of Intent Nov 12, 2009
See on becoming an Illini: "I chose Illinois because of the positive team atmosphere. The girls at U of I seem very close and supportive to one another and this reminded me of my club team. Also, the coaching staff is very caring and understanding. They appear to truly want what is best for their athletes. I liked the opportunity to stay in the dorms and the apartments during my visit. The apartments were very relaxing and homey. I also enjoyed visiting the apple orchard with the team and... (Fightingillini.com)
Britain Amps Up Nukes with 10 New Sites Nov 11, 2009
" Provided by from London, for Independent minds Reader Discussion BW Extras Track and share business topics across the Web. 000007F9 Most Popular Stories Most Popular Multimedia Special Reports Business Tools A-Z Index Lists & Rankings Blogs Apple Slideshow Gallery Magazine Copyright 2000-2009 by The McGraw-Hill Companies Inc. All rights reserved. 00000000. (BusinessWeek)
The bears didn't get all the apples Nov 11, 2009
I get the funny feeling that I m going to be getting some applesauce cakes and cookies in upcoming weeks. It might have something to do with the fact that friends Sandy and Robert came up for the day on Sunday, and Autumn and Sandy spent the afternoon putting up 30 jars of applesauce ... Then all the apples went into her big crab pan to soften before getting mashed and then run through a food mill. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
What EA Sees in Playfish Nov 10, 2009
But that was still plenty to attract the attention of EA. Like Zynga, Playfish has benefited not only from the rise of social media but also the for PCs and such as the Apple () iPhone, which has allowed for explosive growth in its user community. Playfish already sells one iPhone game and has two more on the way. (BusinessWeek)
Conserving Historic Apple Trees Nov 10, 2009
10, 2009) The apple trees of yesteryear are slowly disappearing. Many apple varieties common in the United States a century ago can no longer be found in today's orchards and nurseries ... But some historic apple trees still survive in abandoned farmsteads and historic orchards throughout the U.S.. (Science Daily)
Hilton guests get handy new apps Nov 10, 2009
Hilton also will unveil Apple apps for its Garden Inn, Homewood Suites and Hampton Inn chains ... Hilton plans for the apps to become available this month and next, pending Apple's approval ... He says Apple also makes it easy to create apps. (USA Today -- Tech)
Today in the Kitchn: Fall is a time for pears, pomegranates and persimmons Nov 10, 2009
A simple way to use pears, as well as apples, peaches and apricots, is to broil them ... Persimmons There are two types: Fuyu, which are eaten when they are crisp, like an apple, and Hachiya, which are eaten when soft and very sweet. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Eat, shop, explore Chicago's ethnic neighborhoods Nov 10, 2009
A popular restaurant in this area is the Red Apple Buffet (3121 N. Milwaukee Ave.) where you can eat a Polish dinner for $10-$11. For more information: http://www. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Pour Favor: A tale of two vintages Nov 10, 2009
The Bonne Bouches also delivered on flavor: grapefruit and lime pith, a touch of tart, Granny Smith apple and fresh herbs were all backed by a core of terroir-driven, chalky minerality ... Once again lemons and limes and a slice of green apple played on the palate. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Day of the Skulls Nov 10, 2009
Page last updated at 11:09 GMT, Monday, 9 November 2009. The BBC's Andres Schipani went to a central La Paz cemetery to find out more. (BBC News -- Americas)
Bring me sunshine Nov 10, 2009
Page last updated at 00:15 GMT, Tuesday, 10 November 2009. Tourism sector eyes brighter 2010. (BBC News -- UK)
Go-ahead for 10 nuclear stations Nov 10, 2009
Worm attack bites at Apple iPhone. Court hears couple's sex sessions. (BBC News -- UK)
Wilmington school lunch menu Nov 9, 2009
Monday Hot dog on a roll, tater tots, applesauce with cinnamon ... Thursday Ultimate nachos, seasoned meat, cheese sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, brown rice, apple ... Monday Hot dog on a roll, tater tots, applesauce with cinnamon. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Dried fruit and prune juice add flavor and depth to holiday stuffing Nov 9, 2009
This holiday season, Chef Comfort has shared her recipe for Country Sausage, Apple and Cherry Stuffing ... "In the Country Sausage, Apple and Dried Cherry Stuffing, the prune juice is used to counter balance the tartness of the dried cherries. The subtle fruitiness and sweetness of prune juice makes it the perfect flavor enhancer." ... Chef Comfort's recipe for Country Sausage, Apple and Cherry Stuffing along with other delicious holiday recipes, can be found at. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Homemade mincemeat the only way to go Nov 9, 2009
The mixture of dried fruits, fresh apple, sugar, nuts, candied citrus peels and freshly ground spices, along with the shredded suet, slowly cooks in the oven ... 1 pound cooking apples, cored and chopped, but unpeeled ... Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the apples, suet, raisins, currants, sultanas, chopped candied orange and lemon peels, almonds, lemon zest and juice, sugar, allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger. (San Francisco Chronicle)
How to squash worry, grab happiness Nov 7, 2009
" -- Angie Mattson, 36, Charlotte, North Carolina 6. Do a song or dance (really) If an apple a day keeps the doc away, Baraz would say a song does, too. He believes that singing is one of the surest roads to finding joy. "It's hard to stay in a funk if you're singing regularly," he says, and research bears him out: University of Manchester researchers discovered that an organ in the inner ear (that responds to singing sounds) is connected to a part of the brain that registers pleasure. So... (CNN)
Facebook games cost more than just your time Nov 7, 2009
Milky Joe is sharpening his culinary skills in Cafe World or that Old Gregg caught a magnificent Green Discus with Classic Toffee Apple in Pet Society. . (MSNBC -- Technology)
Apple Bandits Target Glastonbury Orchard Owner Nov 6, 2009
The most recent, and most serious incident, occurred about 1 p.m. Tuesday when the orchard owner confronted a man helping himself to several cases of apples. The apple grower confronted Richard Pezzente, 48, of Old Colchester Road in Hebron, and told him that he had no right to be on his property and to leave, said Glastonbury police Sgt. Joel White ... Pezzente insisted that he did, helped himself to the apples, shoved the orchard owner out of the way and got into his car, White said. (FOX61, CT)
Bounty of the Season: Putting the market to sleep for the winter Nov 6, 2009
I inventory what remains of my weekly trips to the market: batches of pickles, bags of frozen berries, jars of grape and summer fruit jam, four pumpkins, lots of apples, a few pounds of heirloom carrots, several types of potatoes, a string of red peppers, and a huge Blue Hubbard squash ... Roasted Fall Vegetable Soup 3 pounds Carrots 1 pound Parsnips 1 medium Fennel Bulb 3 large Garlic Cloves (unpeeled) 1 small Onion (sliced) 2 cups White Potatoes (peeled and cubed) 1 cup Apple Cider 4 cups... (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Kitchen Call: Something fishy this way comes Nov 6, 2009
Linda Bassett, author of From Apple Pie to Pad Thai, teaches American regional cooking and international cuisine at North Shore Community College. Reach her by e-mail at. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Bullsclip LeBron, Cavs Nov 6, 2009
Hes eligible for free agency after the season, and Knicks fans are praying hell come to the Big Apple and resurrect their NBA franchise. James is prepared for another round of questions about his intentions next summer and joked that he hasnt ruled out signing with any team. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Don't Sweat the Invasion Nov 5, 2009
The apple tree originally hailed from Asia. Even when species are destructive, there's the tricky question of what to do about them. (Slate)
Legalize marijuana and watch Palm Beach County get a new groove Nov 5, 2009
One bad apple can spoil the whole bunch and so on one bad apple tree can spoil the rest of the roots ... The good apple's are you or people like us, the bad roots are people like our Drug Lords; AND what happens is these roots keep migrating into ugly weed, out of control ... My point, the ligitimate people or responsible people suffer because of our bad apples/roots. (The Palm Beach Post)
Reflective film can boost profits for apple growers Nov 4, 2009
Solar films shown applied to the orchard floor improved fruit size and color in Gala apples ... The experiments were performed using Extenday and Solarmate films installed 5 weeks before commercial harvest in orchards of 'Mondial Gala' apples ... The research showed that the use of both films increased fruit size and color and can result in increased profits for apple growers. (EurekAlert!)
Get Thanksgiving dinner without cooking at home Nov 4, 2009
This time change marks the end of the harvest, and store shelves and road side stands should offer wide varieties of squash, apples and pumpkin during this time. Celebrate with a Fall Harvest Family Meal of Squash and Leek Lasagna, Apple Salad with Yogurt Honey Dressing and a Light and Creamy Pumpkin Mousse ... Clockwise from top: Oven roasted diestel turkey, baked apples, savory herb stuffing, roasted butternut squash salad, green beans with shallots and mashed potatoes at Whole Foods in... (Fresno Bee)
Seasonal bounty a low-cost way to spice up fall decor Nov 4, 2009
You don't have to spend big money to get oversized impact at a time when nature offers so much bounty cherry red apples, spice-colored pumpkins, golden leaves and green gourds ... You can combine taste and decor by visiting a local orchard and picking apples, pears, pumpkins then filling up jars, bowls or baskets with them ... Buy or make a pumpkin, pecan or apple pie, put it out on a decorative plate or cake stand and have a treat for all the senses it looks great, smells fantastic and... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Nets' Yi has MCL sprain, return unknown Nov 4, 2009
Thaddeus Young and Elton Brand registered 25 and 16 points, respectively, for Philadelphia, which scored the final 17 points of the extra period to seal the win in the Big Apple. Marreese Speights came off the bench and ended with 20 points and 10 rebounds in the win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gridiron grub Nov 4, 2009
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, optional. 1. (Montana Standard, MT)
Kauai Made vendors announce holiday offerings at trade show Nov 3, 2009
I just bottled a batch of mountain apple and the ginger spice will be ready for the holidays. Those two new varieties join the guava honey wine that she said is currently being carried by her retail accounts, including several on O ahu. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Celebrate trees with giveaways, sales Nov 3, 2009
Using common ingredients such as bananas, espresso, apple cider vinegar and wasabi, she creates salon-quality products. A few: Middle Eastern Hummus Mask, Sushi Body Scrub, Cupcake Bath Bombs and Under the Sea Hair Rinse. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Wild Orchid Baking Co. puts artist's touch on cakes Nov 3, 2009
"I'll have the classics apple, pumpkin," she said. "The apple is classic, but the tops will look like leaves and made from pastry dough. The tarts will be more in the style of a French bakery, like the French caramel apple tart and for the bourbon pecan tart. We use a very good bourbon.". (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Crisis of faith? Nov 3, 2009
" Now, as the mosque's muezzin, the only place where he can perform the call to prayer is in his own back garden. Without a minaret, he performs the enchanting ritual surrounded by apple trees. It is not just Vidady Abasov and his supporters who have raised concerns. The US state department says it is aware of three separate mosque closures in Azerbaijan. In its International Religious Freedom Report 2009, it noted that there was "some deterioration in the status of respect for religious freedom... (BBC News -- Europe)
Greenspace: Household products can fix outdoor pest problems Nov 3, 2009
Germinate seeds faster by soaking the seeds overnight in a vinegar solution using a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and about four to five tablespoons of water. Add about two tablespoons of vinegar and one tablespoon of sugar to the water in cut flowers to help them last longer. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Chip away at new markets Nov 3, 2009
In 25 years, he introduced more than 40 varieties into Australia, including the kipfler and pink fir apple ... Serafina and pink fir apple are good boilers and, with their pretty pink hues, are the best choice for salads. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Pumpkin Spice Loaf Nov 2, 2009
Use a handmixer and puree, add some sliced pineapple or diced apple with a bit of juice. Puree the pumpkin mix some more and add some dried ginger and cinnamon to taste, a teaspoon of ginger and two teaspoons of cinnamon should do it. (Suite101.com)
As Election Day Nears, Candidates Turn Up The Heat Nov 2, 2009
" Christie said. Political analysts said Corzine now may be poised to pull an upset and keep the state in Democratic hands. Chris Daggett, a moderate independent in the race, has surprised the political establishment by becoming a factor, and maybe a spoiler, partly because of his plan to reduce property taxes by 25-percent. Meanwhile, Mayor Bloomberg and his rival William Thompson, Jr. were gearing up for a final frenzy of campaigning before Tuesday. Bloomberg is pushing what he's done running... (CBS 2, NY)
Police reports Nov 1, 2009
An Apple iPhone in a black case and a Barnes and Noble gift card valued at $450 were stolen Aug. 8 in the 2700 block of Lake Hollow Lane. A car was burglarized Aug. 10 in the 1800 block of Buckeye Drive. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Is catastrophic the new normal? Nov 1, 2009
But Apple has established an unassailable brand in the market, which, by the way, now extends to China, where iPhones went on sale Friday ... Both Apple and Verizon, with its superior network, are quite well aware of this last point, and it won't be surprising if the two come together as early as next year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Ways to the Glades Nov 1, 2009
A biologist at Fakahatchee Strand State Park, he crows with discovery, chortles with laughter, and gets contagiously excited over cypress knees (root forms poking above the water) and snail kites (endangered raptors that feed on apple snails) in a nonstop stream of inspired eco-consciousness on the Strand s swamp walks. There, he raised a long measuring stick to a wisp frailer than a pine needle protruding from a tree. (Boston Globe)
What You See Is Not Always What You Do Oct 31, 2009
30, 2009) Imagine: during lunch your colleague throws an apple to you ... Did you consciously decide to catch the apple with two hands ... And how did your hands know where they had to be to catch the apple. (Science Daily)
