Huskies Host Pride In Nit Season Tip-off Nov 18, 2009
The Huskies also played a little defense, forcing 19 turnovers and recording eight blocked shots. Stanley Robinson went a perfect 8-of-8 from the floor on his way to a game-high 18 points for the Huskies. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Warriors thumbnails Nov 18, 2009
One reason for the production is the transition offense; the Warriors are forcing a league-high 19 turnovers per game. Former Celtic Mikki Moore will likely see significant minutes with big men Biedrins (pelvis), Brandan Wright (shoulder), and Ronny Turiaf (knee) out with injuries. (Boston Globe)
Homes burnt in E Timor violence Nov 18, 2009
Gangs of youths torched buildings, forcing people to flee, reports said ... A police commander in Viqueque, Jose de Carvalho, told Reuters news agency that gangs had torched 200 houses in the district, forcing about 1,000 villagers to flee to the mountains. (Yahoo News -- East Timor)
South Africa: Farm Workers Tear Down Zimbabweans' Homes Nov 18, 2009
For our fellow Zimbabweans it doesn't help to keep forcing yourselves on the South African communities who are clearly prepared to murder you for your hard working spirit. That energy is bewtter off spent improving Zimbabwe where your future is. (allAfrica.com)
Global Carbon Pollution Up Despite Economy Nov 18, 2009
Amendment to House Health Care Bill Has Galvanized Activists, Forcing Lawmakers to Confront the Polarizing Issue Head On. News in Pictures Scroll Left Scroll Right. (CBS News)
Zimbabweans Fear New Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa Nov 18, 2009
Police had to fire rubber bullets to disperse the residents, who attacked some more shacks in Stofland, forcing the Zimbabweans to flee ... For our fellow Zimbabweans it doesn't help to keep forcing yourselves on the South African communities who are clearly prepared to murder you for your hard working spirit. (allAfrica.com)
Giant jellyfish head north in warming world Nov 17, 2009
Terrorizing beachgoers The gelatinous seaborne creatures are blamed for decimating fishing industries in the Bering and Black seas, forcing the shutdown of seaside power and desalination plants in Japan, the Middle East and Africa, and terrorizing beachgoers worldwide, the U.S. National Science Foundation says. A 2008 foundation study cited research estimating that people are stung 500,000 times every year sometimes multiple times in Chesapeake Bay on the U.S. East Coast, and 20 to 40... (MSNBC -- International)
Ancient Trees Grow Faster as Temperatures Rise Nov 17, 2009
7, 2007) Forests of spruce trees and shrubs in parts of northern Canada are taking over what were once tundra landscapes -- forcing out the species that lived there. This shift can happen at a much faster. (Science Daily)
Minute Man Arc crew to keep jobs for next six months Nov 17, 2009
The economy is forcing us all of us to make hard decisions, said Marty Martini, executive director at the Arc. Emerson Hospital was forced to cut the crew from the hospital s budget along with other hospital employees. (Concord Journal, MA)
Opinion: Jennings 55 cranks hype meter even higher Nov 16, 2009
"He wasn't forcing anything, even considering he is a rookie," Skiles said. "It's hard to say this when he has 29 points in a quarter, but it's not him being greedy. He was just playing basketball out there.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Leaves falling? (36) Nov 16, 2009
If you want some indoor winter color, you can try forcing some bulbs - theyre available in many nurseries now. This means to stimulate a bulb to bloom out of season indoors in a pot. (Boerne Star, TX)
LSU Hosts Indiana State Nov 16, 2009
6 percent from the field and had just six turnovers, while forcing 18 from Nebraska-Kearney. We ve got a very good basketball team coming in here, said Johnson. (TigerRag.com)
More of this story Nov 16, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 15, 2009 3:10 AM HST LIHU E Wind-swept rains deluged Kaua i on Saturday, flooding homes, forcing evacuations, cutting power and closing down some parts of the island. County and state crews worked throughout the day to restore electricity and reopen roads and bridges while residents banded together to help those in need. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Blog: Post on Politics posts on health reform Nov 16, 2009
Landrieu, a moderate who recently described herself as extremely concerned about a government-run, taxpayer-funded, national public plan, has not committed to voting to cut off a likely Republican filibuster and forcing a vote on the legislation. Tags: , , Posted in. (The Palm Beach Post)
Kosovo Serbs seize UN courthouse Nov 16, 2009
The protesters broke into the building in the Serb-dominated part of the city, forcing UN police to retreat. A Kosovo police spokesman said a UN official was negotiating with Serb leaders to try to resolve the issue. (Yahoo News -- Kosovo)
Kenya: Poverty Rises As Malindi Salt Mines Expand Nov 15, 2009
Also affected, he said, are wells that have now become saline, forcing residents to either walk longer distances in search of water or to buy it at very high cost from vendors. "We started seeing changes in food production, but the problem is that there has been no report on the impact of salt mining, even after sending requests to relevant government agencies. "About half of the land that used to produce enough for the family and excess for sale is not producing enough for domestic consumption,... (allAfrica.com)
Palo Alto eyes expanding plastic-bag ban Nov 14, 2009
Rather, they prefer to continue their fleecing of the poor and middle class by forcing them to purchase reusable bags ... The local nanny state is effectively forcing these citizens to purchase the dozens of bags needed to haul their groceries home. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Zimbabwe: No to Expropriation [editorial] Nov 14, 2009
The foreign-owned banks have previously warned that should they lose control of their local assets, they would withdraw their brand names and intellectual properties belonging to the international groups, forcing the new banks to develop their own brand identity, which would not be immediately recognisable to the outside world. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Waning Ida's Downpours Swamp Mid-Atlantic Coast Nov 13, 2009
-- Relentless rain swept much of the Atlantic seaboard Thursday, triggering coastal flood warnings and watches from North Carolina to New York's Long Island, inundating streets and forcing some rescues of stranded drivers in hard-hit Virginia. The downpour marks the track of the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida, which blew ashore in Alabama from the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday. (Newsmax)
Congo-Kinshasa: Come Back Home, DRC Government Urges Refugees Nov 13, 2009
More than 200 houses were burned in the March attack on the Munzaya, forcing at least 1,200 people to flee across the Ubangi River into ROC.. This report does not necessarily reflect the views of the United Nations. (allAfrica.com)
Waning Idas downpours swamp Mid-Atlantic coast Nov 13, 2009
(AP) Relentless rain drenched much of the Atlantic seaboard Thursday, triggering coastal flood warnings and watches from North Carolina to New York s Long Island, inundating streets and forcing some rescues of stranded drivers in hard-hit Virginia. Advertisement. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Big shoes to fill Nov 12, 2009
There s more selfish play from the guy who called the team selfish, forcing the issue with that drive or The Hawks passing is terrible, Johnson is passing horribly out of the double team. Its so great to hear OTHER commentators from around the league critique Joe when he is the one constantly speaking against his teammates. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Obama's Asian trip Nov 12, 2009
While the United States may remain the top industrial and military power, Obama has precious little leverage in winning agreements or forcing concessions from China. It's hard to knock heads with a country that's underwriting a trillion-dollar deficit that includes the stimulus package and a possible health care bill. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Mexico villages vanish under flood of dams Nov 12, 2009
In the southern state of Guerrero, protesters in the 36 communities affected by the proposed La Parota Dam blocked crews that had started building access roads, forcing the government to suspend the project. But the National Water Commission says many property owners are quietly negotiating to sell their land. (AZCentral -- News)
In brief: Broker dies | uBid parent | Ex-RREEF exec sues Nov 11, 2009
The 'new normal' is forcing small business owners to rethink -- and, in some cases, completely reinvent -- their operations in order to survive. One local software developer has created an in-house app to let staff chat online about work and play. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Fletcher Building Says Construction Slump May Slash Underlying Profit 17% Nov 11, 2009
Fletcher reported a full-year net loss of NZ$46 million in August as global construction markets slumped, forcing the company to take NZ$500 million of writedowns and costs to shut plants and fire 2,500 workers worldwide. The company is yet to see any significant signs of recovery even as volumes increased in most markets, Chairman said in speech notes filed with the New Zealand stock exchange. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Namibia: Pensioner Assaulted During Farm Attack Nov 10, 2009
"Somehow the farmworkers were alerted to the situation, but when they came to inspect, the suspects opened fire on them, forcing them to flee. "One of the workers ran to Albert at the post where he was working and alerted him to the trouble. When he arrived, the suspects were gone, and he found his mom badly hurt in the living room," the source said. The housekeeper was taken to hospital at Usakos and was treated for injuries to her face. Lottie Jooste had to be taken to a Windhoek hospital for... (allAfrica.com)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Nov 10, 2009
These plans, the House bill and the Pelosi bill, all built on force, forcing people to have health care and other people to pay for it and I'm sorry, the audacity of the lawmakers and President and Nancy Pelosi is that they've got it figured out and know the right way to administer health care in this country. Ultimately it puts more choices about who gets care what, type of care they get, who pays for it in lawmakers hands not in the hands of free individuals. (Fox News)
'Please, raise my taxes' (2) Nov 9, 2009
George wrote on Oct 30, 2009 6:34 PM:" You're sure quick to define things for other people, like telling me how you think others define excessive taxation. You're also quick to advocate taking money from other people. On a good note, you'ev made sure to use the proper form of "you're", so I'm happy with that.I won't chastise anyone for how they vote on local tax initiatives, because I understand that people are free to vote as they please. If times are hard for you, the added expense of... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Green blog: Dartmouth students concoct way to keep natural arsenic out of drinking water Nov 9, 2009
You ve probably heard about the dreaded Asian longhorned beetle wreaking havoc - and forcing the cutting down of some 25,000 trees - in the Worcester area. Now it s your turn to make sure they don t make it to Boston by participating in a survey on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. near Boston Common. (Boston Globe)
Voice your opinion about priorities for government (249) Nov 9, 2009
This will put even more pressure on small businesses forcing even more to the brink of going out of business and perhaps laying off what few employees they may have. That being said, think about what you think should be a core service of state government. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Water plan goes easy on ag users, critics say Nov 9, 2009
And that vexes many involved in the political wrangling over water in a state where global warming, population growth and crumbling infrastructure are forcing wrenching changes in the way natural resources are divvied up. "Water conservation targets are needed to make real progress and they have to happen among urban and agricultural interests - that's a huge missing piece when you think that agriculture is the largest water user in the state," said Juliet Christian-Smith, senior research fellow... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Top 25 Matchup on Senior Day Nov 8, 2009
THE TURNOVER BATTLE: On the season, Lafayette has turned it over nine times (7th fewest in the nation) while forcing 11 turnovers (95th in the nation). The Leopards have fumbled it away just twice this season, and luckily for Lafayette, three of the seven interceptions given up were in the same game (Columbia). (Goleopards.com)
Westlands Water District is a powerhouse for Valley farmers Nov 8, 2009
For instance, Westlands sued over a federal biological study that resulted in a 25% loss of the district's federal supply this year, forcing further consideration of the study. "They're a big bully with lots of money to sue people," said Stokely, a former Trinity County planner who is based in Northern California. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Inconspicuous Leaf Beetles Reveal Environment's Role In Formation Of New Species Nov 7, 2009
However, it also showed that natural selection was still forcing the two groups apart by acting specifically on a minority of the beetle genes, those that were associated with the use of one tree or the other. This reflects the true power of natural selection, which has driven these beetles to become so intimately adapted to their host plant environment, promoting their speciation along the way. (Science Daily)
Bulls squeak by Cavs 86-85, end Cleveland's three-game win streak Nov 6, 2009
Down 86-85, the Cavaliers, who sputtered on offense all night, buckled down and made the defensive stop they needed by forcing a shot-clock violation. Cleveland called a full timeout and set up a play, but before they could inbound the ball, Bulls coach called a 20-second T.O. to reset his defense. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bullsclip LeBron, Cavs Nov 6, 2009
Down 86-85, the Cavaliers, who sputtered on offense all night, buckled down and made the defensive stop they needed by forcing a shot-clock violation. Cleveland called a full timeout and set up a play, but before they could inbound the ball, Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro called a 20-second T.O. to reset his defense. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Students missing classes to promote flora expo: DPP councilor Nov 6, 2009
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Taipei City Councilors Huang Hsiang-chun (Vs) yesterday accused the Taipei City Government of forcing Taipei Yenping Elementary School to cancel classes so that hundreds of students could help promote the 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo ... The part where the 365 kids hold flowers is designed to show the concept of hope, and we had no intention of forcing any kid to attend the event, said Hsieh Hsin-hui (z), general manager of the company's... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Lady Cats ransacked by Marauders in three Nov 6, 2009
The Lady Wildcats needed one full set to get in gear offensively, with the Lady Marauder serves forcing Planos scoring attempts from well behind the courts attack line early on ... Haas was pivotal up front, forcing several Marcus kill attempts astray and out of bounds, but errors took their toll late on Plano. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Bulls Squeak by Cavs 86-85 Nov 6, 2009
Down 86-85, the Cavaliers, who sputtered on offense all night, buckled down and made the defensive stop they needed by forcing a 24-second shot clock violation. Cleveland called a full timeout and set up a play. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Senegal: Youth Who Refuse to Farm Nov 5, 2009
The increasingly urbanized youth are often reluctant to help with digging and hoeing, even during the holidays, forcing some families to pay day workers to do the job. "I cultivate a much smaller area than in the past, because I have to pay people to work my land," said farmer Catherine Badiane, in her 50s, who lost her husband years ago. (allAfrica.com)
Green Is Cool, But US Land Changes Generally Are Not Nov 5, 2009
"People realize that land use cover also is an important forcing and not only at local but at regional scale," said Fall, whose doctoral research at Purdue focuses on the impacts of land surface properties on near surface temperature trends. These finding don't negate the effects of greenhouses gases like carbon dioxide, explained Kalnay, who this year was given the International Meteorological Organization (IMO) Prize, the World Meteorological Organization's most prestigious award. (Science Daily)
Four reasons the Pelosi health care plan is wrong for America (647) Nov 5, 2009
Four reasons the Pelosi health care plan is wrong for America - Somerset - Daily American. The sheer size and scope of the Pelosi plan is so enormous that I could write an op-ed every day for a month pointing out what is bad in the bill. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Plano bounces Panthers in four Nov 4, 2009
Late in a volleyball set, a four-point lead may as well be a death knell for the trailing team, but up 22-18 in the fourth frame, Plano surrendered six consecutive points to put Duncanville within one point of forcing a fifth and final set. The Lady Wildcats responded with a quartet of points of their own, aided heavily by three blocks involving junior Maddy Haas. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
National/World News Nov 3, 2009
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) - Tropical Storm Mirinae unleashed severe flooding in parts of central Vietnam, killing 11 people, leaving two missing and forcing families onto rooftops, disaster officials said Tuesday. Floods in Phu Yen province killed 10 people after the storm hit, drenching the region with heavy rains Monday, said disaster official Duong Van Huong. (The Palm Beach Post)
Secret Israeli Weapon Can Stabilize Middle East: Amity Shlaes Nov 3, 2009
Netanyahu phased out high-return government bonds, thereby forcing domestic capital to find an alternate place to invest. Financial reforms made the marketplace relatively transparent. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Bruins’ Chara bugged, so he swats Rangers’ pest Avery Nov 2, 2009
The Rangers did an expert job of squeezing off shooting lanes (kudos to Chris Higgins for stellar PK work) and forcing pucks wide and along the wall. In the final minute, with Tim Thomas yanked from the Boston net, Julien moved Chara to a forward line, where he worked with Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci. (Boston Globe)
Raycroft, Canucks shut out Avalanche 3-0 Nov 2, 2009
But speedy second-line winger Michael Grabner, who had five points in his first nine NHL games, was a late scratch with an undisclosed injury, giving the Canucks seven injured players and forcing defenseman Aaron Rome to play a third straight game as a forward. NOTES: Canucks D Mathieu Schneider was a healthy scratch after the 40-year-old veteran played his first four games in six nights after missing the start of the season recovering from summer shoulder surgery. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coal mines, power plant give Navajos income, controversy Nov 2, 2009
Environmentalists have exacerbated the financial woes, he added, forcing the closure of a tribal sawmill and helping to shut down another power plant - the Mohave Generating Station near Laughlin, Nev. - that received coal from Black Mesa. (AZCentral -- News)
Women's Soccer Falls To Merrimack In OT Thriller Nov 2, 2009
However neither team was able to find the back of the net, forcing the game to be decided in penalty kicks. Adelphi made the first of its four shots, as did Merrimack. (Aupanthers.com)
Chance for lasting change Nov 2, 2009
A complete basket case both public and private; Melbourne: Failing badly but not in Sydneyu's league yet; Canberra: public transport is a complete joke forcing people into thier cars but they are making them pay, a no win situation for all but the small minded territory council (they do not deserve the title of gov't). Australia is a flat country perfect for fast trains for people and cargo. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Lawyers says arrests coming in UConn stabbing Nov 1, 2009
Attorney Deron Freeman declined to identify his client, but says the man and several others got into a fight with about six UConn football players early Sunday. Freeman says his client did not stab Jasper Howard, but was present when Howard was mortally wounded. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Friday Night Lights: Stars, stats and more Nov 1, 2009
Statline: The Raiders gave up 89 rushing yards on 23 carries, while allowing only 12 through the air, while also forcing a turnover in a 62-3 win over W.T. White. Up Next: vs. Sunset. (BYU Sports -- Rivals.com)
King: More Heroes than Points Nov 1, 2009
Although the Browns sacked him but twice, they were in Edwards face all day, forcing him to hurry throws or heave the ball out of bounds to avoid the rush en route to hitting just 16-of-31 attempts for 152 yards and one interception for a miserable 52. 1 rating. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Friday Night Lights: Stars, stats and more Nov 1, 2009
Statline: The Raiders gave up 89 rushing yards on 23 carries, while allowing only 12 through the air, while also forcing a turnover in a 62-3 win over W.T. White. Up Next: vs. Sunset. (Rutgers Sports -- Rivals.com)
Texans face Bills with shot at team-best start Nov 1, 2009
Buffalo has overcome allowing 839 yards in its past two games by forcing 11 turnovers (nine interceptions), which have led directly to 30 of the 36 points the offense has scored. It's a unit that'll be hard-pressed to contain the Texans, who are averaging nearly 27 points and 395 yards a game since a 24-7 season-opening loss to the Jets. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Friday Night Lights: Stars, stats and more Nov 1, 2009
Statline: The Raiders gave up 89 rushing yards on 23 carries, while allowing only 12 through the air, while also forcing a turnover in a 62-3 win over W.T. White. Up Next: vs. Sunset. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
The good and bad of technology Oct 31, 2009
Big ;M; (Monsanto) stands out as the model, and sometimes the whipping boy, for advancing (or should I say forcing. seed technology on farmers. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
FSU, Duke partner to study impact of Gulf's 'dead zone' on shrimp fishery Oct 31, 2009
Regardless of the causes, Craig notes that hypoxia has substantial effects on the behavior of both shrimp and shrimp fishermen, forcing them to relocate to other areas. Smith points to changing economic conditions -- including declines in real shrimp prices due to competition from imports and rising fuel costs that likely also have influenced the shrimp fleet's behavior. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Audit: Most complaints against Palo Alto police 'unfounded' Oct 30, 2009
Later that day, he did the same thing to another female officer "while grabbing her head and forcing physical contact.". According to the report, the officer made remarks "to the effect that he was beyond discipline because of his impending retirement." The investigation found the employee had also previously made sexually offensive remarks to a third female officer. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Report: U.S. gets better at conserving water Oct 30, 2009
But as the drought and environmental battles persist in California, some of the state's most productive farmers are receiving as little as 10 percent of their normal supplies, forcing growers to leave hundreds of thousands of acres unplanted and lay off thousands of farmworkers. This year, city dwellers, too, have been forced to shorten their showers and let their lawns turn brown under mandatory water rations. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Forsberg: C's ratchet up D » Oct 29, 2009
"When you feel like you're forcing turnovers, it's just like it gets contagious and guys were everywhere," said Pierce. "It's great to watch.". (ESPN -- Basketball)
Home security Oct 29, 2009
When you feel like you re forcing turnovers it gets contagious and guys are everywhere and you just know that the guys are going to be there. Everybody s helping one another. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Homes burnt in E Timor violence Oct 29, 2009
Gangs of youths torched buildings, forcing people to flee, reports said ... A police commander in Viqueque, Jose de Carvalho, told Reuters news agency that gangs had torched 200 houses in the district, forcing about 1,000 villagers to flee to the mountains. (Yahoo News -- East Timor)
Kosovo Serbs seize UN courthouse Oct 29, 2009
The protesters broke into the building in the Serb-dominated part of the city, forcing UN police to retreat. A Kosovo police spokesman said a UN official was negotiating with Serb leaders to try to resolve the issue. (Yahoo News -- Kosovo)
