What's coming next? One giant question mark Nov 27, 2008
It is forcing auto makers large and small to hoard cash and scramble for the financing required to develop vehicles that big numbers of consumers will buy even though electric cars, for instance, require some changes in driving and everyday behaviour that most of the public has shown no willingness to make and meet government standards that do not yet exist in a clear, co-ordinated, comprehensive way. True believers of electric cars and the like especially those that swamp the blogosphere with... (Globe and Mail)
The loneliness of the psych ward Nov 27, 2008
Seeing his son in a state of psychosis just ripped my heart out, says Mr. Robinson, who incurred Ben's wrath by signing an order forcing him to take medication. If they are angry with you as well, that makes it even more difficult. (Globe and Mail)
Tough end, surprising season for Wolves Nov 27, 2008
Wilson s backfield mate rotated throughout 2008 as senior starter DJ Cohen was injured early in the year, forcing the bulk of carries to sophomore Jarrett Horan. Senior Kenny Chatmon, who had been the Wolves top receiver, worked alongside Horan only to see his season come to an end with an injury before Cohen was ready to return. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Web suicidehighlightsstigma among blacks Nov 26, 2008
But people that look like that have always been on multiple drugs for way too long and they probably feel it is a death sentence and that's the real stigma possibly that a person let the experts "play" them by forcing them to take dangerous pills for years). And it's probably not their masculinity. (MSNBC -- Health)
Natl Gypsum idling E. Gbush plant Nov 26, 2008
The slowdown in the housing industry has hurt demand for wallboard, forcing to mothball a manufacturing plant in East Greenbush, N.Y., and lay off most of the 73 employees. National Gypsum will idle the Gold Bond Building Products plant on Riverside Avenue Extension beginning Jan. 19. (Albany Business Review, NY)
America has always had mixed economy Nov 26, 2008
" Kramerica wrote on Nov 25, 2008 1:44 PM:" "Evil acts can be given an aura of moral legitimacy by noble-sounding socialistic expressions such as spreading the wealth, income redistribution or caring for the less fortunate. Let's think about socialism. Imagine there's an elderly widow down the street from you. She has neither the strength to mow her lawn nor enough money to hire someone to do it. Here's my question to you that I'm almost afraid for the answer: Would you support a government... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Send Santa pets Nov 26, 2008
Your pets may not understand why you're planting a tree in the living room, or forcing them to wear fuzzy antlers, but they certainly know how to share the love of the holiday season. Show us how your pet celebrates. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
FBI agent killed in raid remembered at funeral Nov 26, 2008
Agents said they identified themselves before forcing their way into the home. Hicks knew the risks of his job, Mueller said, but his death is a reminder that there is always a possibility that those in law enforcement won't come home to their families. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Obama Scores A's in Politics, Flunks Leader Test: Kevin Hassett Nov 25, 2008
Forcing the unions and automakers to make tough choices in bankruptcy court isn't the same as shutting down the factories. Factories usually continue to operate in such circumstances. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Transition game Nov 25, 2008
When things are going right on the Boston power play, the Bruins are moving the puck crisply, finding seams, and forcing opponents to shift their penalty-killing boxes. Bergeron, back at his usual spot on the point, has been a key cog, recording 7 of his 14 points on the power play. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Business Confidence Probably Fell to Five-Year Low as Crisis Hurt Exports Nov 24, 2008
BASF lowered its profit forecast for a second time and said it will halt or curtail production at plants in Germany, Belgium, the U.S. and China, forcing about 20,000 employees, or one-fifth of its workforce, to work shorter hours and take unused vacation. The financial crisis that began with the U.S. housing slump and drove Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. into bankruptcy has prompted central banks around the world to lower interest rates. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
The upside to a serious downturn Nov 23, 2008
Forcing them to ratchet up lending now is just pushing them back into the quicksand they're struggling to climb out of. It's financial folly. (Houston Chronicle)
Dreaming of a white Christmas Nov 23, 2008
Water forcing, a technique that has been used for many years, is suddenly trendy. You've seen the photographs in magazines and holiday catalogs showing amaryllis shooting up out of clear containers, roots on full display. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Radford knocks Kauai out of state contention (62) Nov 23, 2008
Kaua i s first drive was unsuccessful Kaua i was unable to convert a third down forcing the Raiders to punt it away. Radford (9-3) would go on to score on Kaua i s second possession when Sean Ouchie intercepted Trey Shimabukuro and returned it for an 88-yard TD with less than a minute to go in the first quarter. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
In auto towns, fears grow as more cuts loom Nov 23, 2008
Yesterday, it announced it was forcing five North American assembly plants to extend holiday shutdowns - including Oshawa - while adding some shifts at five others. The company had planned to close the Oshawa truck plant in July, but has moved that date forward by two months, to May 14, owing to "the very volatile and somewhat unpredictable U.S. economy," GM Canada spokesman Stew Low said. (Globe and Mail)
Luke WinnINSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL Nov 22, 2008
They were, at least, still creating turnovers, forcing Duke in to 15 giveaways against just four assists. And SIU was stepping up and taking charges, too. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Toyota slashes 3000 jobs Nov 22, 2008
The credit crunch has crippled US vehicle sales, forcing General Motors, Ford and Chrysler to seek a combined $US25 billion in US government loans as they burn through cash. US unemployment claims for the week ended November 15 surged to the highest since 1992 as Americans filed 542,000 initial jobless claims. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Toyota to Cut 3,000 Jobs, 50% of Japanese Temporary Workers, as Sales Fall Nov 21, 2008
The credit crunch has crippled U.S. vehicle sales, forcing General Motors Corp., Ford Motor Co. and Chrysler LLC to seek a combined $25 billion in U.S. government loans as they burn through cash. U.S. unemployment claims for the week ended Nov. 15 surged to the highest since 1992 as Americans filed 542,000 initial jobless claims. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
2008 was stressful year for local, state farmers Nov 21, 2008
For livestock producers, the summer drought stunted pastures and reduced alfalfa production, forcing many to dip into hay supplies early. A move that may leave them in a tough position this winter. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Santa Clara to play at Georgia, vs. Arizona in ... Nov 21, 2008
A tornado struck downtown Atlanta the following night, shutting down the Georgia Dome and forcing the tournament to a new venue: Alexander Memorial Coliseum, home of the Bulldogs' longtime rival, Georgia Tech. Georgia then won its next three games -- defeating Kentucky in overtime, Mississippi State and Arkansas -- in a span of just over 24 hours, an unprecedented feat in the annals of post-season college basketball. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Husker Walk-On Tackles Big Opportunity Nov 21, 2008
May ended up sacking KSU quarterback Josh Freeman and then forcing a fumble on his frist play from scrimmage. "After Tuesday's practice, coach Ekeler said I've found a home, so this is where I'm staying," May said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Who Killed Detroit? Nov 21, 2008
The competition was manifestly unfair, like forcing Secretariat to carry 100 pounds in his saddlebags in the Derby. Japan, China and South Korea do not believe in free trade as we understand it. (Human Events Online)
More of this story Nov 21, 2008
Vegetation from the inslope of the trail is forcing everyone with a backpack to walk toward the edge therefore causing the edge to break away which narrows your trail even more and with time you won t have any trail tread. Many hunting areas are actually conservation lands that are designated for hunting to reduce the number of animals in those areas, according to. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Week 11 - Issues Surrounding The Chiefs Nov 21, 2008
To Edwards, allowing his offense an attempt at a first down is more of a risk than forcing his defense to stop the likes of Manning and Favre. If hell give the ball back to quarterbacks of that caliber when the game is on the line, who wouldnt he punt it to. (WarPaintIllustrated.com)
Honda to go for another production cut Nov 21, 2008
Tough economic conditions and tight credit markets have cut into auto sales across the industry this year, forcing many automakers who produce vehicles in the United States to cut production. With the cuts, Honda said it now expects to produce about 1. (India Times, India)
Deflation fears roil Wall Street Nov 20, 2008
A big worry is that deflation would blunt the impact of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, forcing policymakers to use other tools to try to revive the economy. "Consumers would wait to buy because they would keep waiting for prices to go lower," said Rebecca Braeu, economist at John Hancock Financial Services. (Houston Chronicle)
State smoking ban backers, opponents agree: Law needs clarification Nov 20, 2008
Even an opponent of Smoke Free Illinois, which took effect Jan. 1, believes that a provision in Senate Bill 2707 would ease confusion over enforcing the ban on smoking in public places ... mom50 wrote on Nov 19, 2008 8:20 PM:" This is the best law ever. I chose not to get lung cancer from smoke. Yes you can get it other ways. But me nor my child like the smell of smoke, nor want to inhale it second hand. It's great to be able to go into resturants now and not have to smell it. If you want to... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Toyota Motor to trim output in North America plants Nov 20, 2008
Tight credit and worries over the spread of recession around the world have battered car sales in all major markets, forcing automakers to cut production to prevent inventories from ballooning further. Toyota had already canceled all U.S. production of slow-selling light trucks for three months this summer. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Stocks Are Hurt by Latest Fear: Declining Prices Nov 20, 2008
A big worry is that deflation would blunt the impact of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, forcing policy makers to use other tools to try to revive the economy. The Consumer Price Index, a measure of how much Americans pay for groceries, entertainment and other goods and services, fell by 1 percent in October, to an annualized rate of 3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Canada's Carney Says Risks to Economy Have Risen, Rate Cut Likely Needed Nov 20, 2008
Regulators should avoid worsening a worldwide recession by forcing lenders to stockpile more capital while economies are slowing, he said. Strongest Banks. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
White-tailed deer can be hard on cars Nov 19, 2008
pj1983 wrote on Nov 18, 2008 12:20 PM:" going the speed limit has nothing to do with hitting a deer or being able to avoid it. i was going 25 down gravel road when a deer ran into my car. (yes, i said the DEER ran into ME) it impacted right in the middle of the front passenger's door. if i would have been going a little slower it may have ended up in front of me, forcing me to hit it head on. on the flip side if i'd have been going faster i could have avoided the collision all together. speed... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Iconoculture Unveils Top Cultural Trends for 2009 Nov 19, 2008
La crisis, as Latinos refer to the economic crisis, is already forcing African Americans, Asian Americans and Latinos to migrate to new geographic areas in search of economic opportunity and to become involved in hot-button political and cultural issues they previously left unexplored. -- Trend 4: Shame Shift -- We're seeing social mores morph, and watching as the shift in attitude around what's socially acceptable and what isn't reshapes a broad swath of businesses. (PR Newswire)
Winter Prep for Your Outdoor Living Space Nov 19, 2008
Pressure washing can also disrupt the wood's natural moisture resistance by forcing water into the wood. If you absolutely must pressure wash, keep the washer set below 800 pounds per square inch. (Pekin Times, IL)
Toyota to Cut Output, Nissan Downbeat Nov 19, 2008
Tight credit and worries over the spread of recession around the world have battered car sales in all major markets, forcing automakers to cut production to prevent inventories from ballooning further. Toyota, the world's biggest automaker, had already canceled all U.S. production of slow-selling light trucks for three months this summer. (ABC News -- Wire)
Top Court Orders EPA to Reconsider Regulating Emissions Nov 19, 2008
the court unanimously supported a decades-old initiative aimed at forcing power plants to install pollution-control equipment. The case involved a movement launched during the Clinton administration to force companies to install pollution-control equipment in aging coal-fired power plants. (Yahoo News -- Pollution)
Evil Concealed By Money Nov 19, 2008
Would there be the same condemnation if instead of the government forcing your neighbor to physically mow the widow's lawn, the government forced him to give the lady $40 of his weekly earnings. That way the widow could hire someone to mow her lawn. (Townhall.com)
Auto Makers Warn of Collapse Without Aid Nov 19, 2008
But Republican opposition threatened to quash that proposal, possibly forcing the companies to wait until next year when Democrats will have larger majorities in Congress and Barack Obama takes office as president. -- Josh Mitchell, Dow Jones Newswires. (SmartMoney)
Aggressive plants are forcing wild flowers out of hedgerows Nov 18, 2008
Aggressive plants such as bindweed and ivy are forcing traditional wild flowers out of hedgerows, according to a new survey ... co.uk/earth/wildlife/3475784/Aggressive-plants-are-forcing-wild-flowers-out-of-hedgerows. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Uneasy lies King Coal's crown Nov 18, 2008
That will change if Congress and the Obama administration combat global warming by capping CO2 emissions in power plants, forcing plant operators into expensive technical solutions or into buying pollution permits on an open market. Under such a cap-and-trade system, coal plants could continue to operate while either cleaning up or facing a competitive cost disadvantage. (Christian Science Monitor)
It's Dawson and the Browns, by a foot, over Lindell and Bills Nov 18, 2008
Cornerback Brandon McDonald keyed the resurgent D, picking off an Edwards pass and forcing a fumble. McDonald took advantage of a struggling Edwards, who finished 16 of 26 for 148 yards and a touchdown. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
* Intel hails local firms at processor family launch Nov 18, 2008
Overclocking refers to forcing a computer component to run at a higher clock rate than its default factory setting. Intels i7 currently holds world records in Super Pi, 3DMark and PCMark [benchmarks], Bell said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
* NZ government to include Maori Party in Cabinet Nov 17, 2008
New Zealands complex proportional voting system means there are multiple small parties that usually prevent one party from getting an outright majority in elections, forcing the winner to negotiate support agreements. The Maori Party, founded four years ago, had previously been allied with Clarks center-left Labour Party. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Still struggling R.J. Gator's set for auction block Nov 17, 2008
Fierce industry competition and declining consumer spending have twice spelled disaster for the once-thriving eatery, forcing it to seek the protection of bankruptcy court. The latest filing lists corporate assets of $855,094 and liabilities of $5 million, including $643,334 owed in state and federal taxes. (The Palm Beach Post)
Boats may have to slow in PBC Nov 17, 2008
Ray McConnell, owner of Ray's Offshore Tackle in Boca Raton, said forcing boaters to slow down even more would hurt the already ailing charter fishing business. "I'm all for safety, but good Lord, where is it going to stop?" he said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Congress Declares War on Taxpayers Nov 17, 2008
Jim DeMint (R-S.C.) for forcing votes this week to require secret ballots for Republican Senate leadership elections, requiring members support before bills are passed by unanimous consent. This will protect the rights of individual members to offer amendments on the Senate floor and implement committee reforms to promote a merit system of advancement to committee chairmanships. (Human Events Online)
U.S. prices down as crisis bites Nov 17, 2008
Slumping sales are forcing retailers to lower prices, giving the Federal Reserve scope to keep cutting interest rates to limit the damage. The Labor Department's consumer-price report is due on Wednesday. (Xinhuanet, China)
For Buffalo, New York, an architectural crossroads Nov 17, 2008
At a time when oil prices and oil dependence are forcing us to rethink the wisdom of suburban and exurban living, Buffalo could eventually offer a blueprint for repairing other shrinking postindustrial U.S. cities. Touring Buffalo's monuments is about as close as you can get to experiencing firsthand the earliest struggles to define what an American architecture would look like. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Multiple wildfires char Southern California Nov 16, 2008
LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Wildfires driven by hurricane-strength winds tore through Southern California on Saturday for the second day in a row, destroying hundreds of homes, displacing thousands of people and forcing freeway closures and rotating blackouts ... The raging wildfires were moving mph to 1 mph, said Los Angeles Fire Department Deputy Fire Chief Mario Rueda, forcing the closures of most freeways in the valley, including Interstates 5, 405 and 210. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Shuttle heads for station docking Nov 16, 2008
The communications system antenna was failing to lock onto NASA satellites, forcing ground controllers to do extra work sending directional commands to the antenna. The problem also could force Ferguson to rely on a backup navigation system for Sunday's docking instead of the usual radar. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
YOUR COMMENTS: Do you support Sen. Bond\'s support for an auto bailout? Nov 16, 2008
Mac1974 wrote on Nov 15, 2008 6:54 PM:" ~~~~~~The unions have far outlived their usefulness by forcing inferior products at inflated prices down the American people's throats. I for one will be glad to see the auto world lean up a little.~~~~~Oh, here we go..... shiny's going to blame car prices on unions. Shiny, American's buy trashy, undependable, useless American vehicles because they are DUMB enough to buy into the marketing, period! I have a friend who bashed Dodge Neons (they are in fact... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
The new champ Nov 16, 2008
Couture wobbled from the blow but was able to find precious recovery time after forcing a clinch against the cage. After breaking and facing off again, Lesnar landed the turning-point strike, a right cross that landed behind Coutures left ear. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lesnar takes Couture's UFC heavyweight crown Nov 16, 2008
McCrory defended well, but Hazelett transitioned into a straight arm lock that looked close to hyperextending McCrory's elbow, forcing him to tap. Heavyweight Gabriel Gonzaga overpowered UFC newcomer Josh Hendricks, manhandling him in the clinch before eventually connecting with a solid right hand that left Hendricks face down on the mat just over a minute into his UFC debut. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Bruins' pocket swiftly picked Nov 16, 2008
But it was Milan Lucic who made the key play, forechecking in the right corner and forcing Michal Rozsival to cough up the puck. It was a Lucic backhand feed out of the corner to Savard that set up the goal. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Second wildfire rages outside Los Angeles Nov 15, 2008
Flames jumped the 210 Freeway in Sylmar, forcing its closure, Hogan said. A fire official said firefighters first learned of the blaze after it was spotted by CNN affiliate KTLA-TV's helicopter crew. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Philly mayor carries Atlanta's request for bailout funds Nov 15, 2008
The economic contraction precipitated by these twin crises is forcing us, and mayors all across the country, to dramatically reduce programs and services for millions of residents we serve. Franklin said Wednesday the city s employees will have their hours and pay cut by 10 percent each week to help the city weather an expected budget shortfall of $50 million to $60 million. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Tupelo launches Cooper Proud blitz with billboard, video Nov 15, 2008
The company announced last month that over-capacity, shrinking demand and higher costs were forcing it to conduct a network capacity study that could lead to consolidation or a shutdown of a plant, or both. Cooper has plants in Albany, Ga. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Economic slump a drag Nov 15, 2008
Delta CEO Richard Anderson said the economy is forcing the world s largest carrier into uncharted waters just as it closed its merger with Northwest Airlines and embarks on a two-year process of combining operations. In a message to employees, Anderson said, We re moving into an unprecedented time in all of our lives in terms of the financial crisis around the world, and we just don t know what it s going to do to our demand. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Hits and misses Nov 15, 2008
MISS: The declining new membership and increasing age of its core group are forcing the members of American Legion Post 339 in Hopewell Township to sell their hall. While the members will continue to offer help to veterans and area youth groups, the upkeep costs and physical maintenance have become too much for the 10 or so members -- most in their 70s or 80s. (NJ.com -- Times)
Hall, Matthews lead Bonnes to win over Robert Morris Nov 15, 2008
Sophomore and Matthews started the streak with back-to-back three-pointers forcing Robert Morris to take a timeout just 55 seconds into the game. The timeout wasn't the answer for the Colonials as Matthews drilled his second trifecta in as many minutes to up the lead to 10-0. (Gobonnies.com)
US Steel laying off 81 workers at Granite City Nov 14, 2008
- The U.S. Steel Corp. says the nation's financial instability and credit crisis is forcing it to lay off 81 steel workers temporarily from its mill in Granite City. United Steelworkers of American Local 1899 President Russ Saltsgaver said the country's staggering economy has forced the steel manufacturer to temporarily cut 59 employees from the steel-making division and 22 from the iron division. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
New concern as ocean grows more acidic Nov 14, 2008
"Forcing the Navy to deploy an inadequately trained antisubmarine force jeopardizes the safety of the fleet, wrote Chief Justice . (humpback noise) Hester, who refused to take a position on the issue of marine mammals, nonetheless says "we are having a really significant impact on the world oceans. It will be of interest to the military [which is concerned with hiding friendly submarines and detecting enemy ones], and to biologists, to see what effect it is going to have on marine mammals, if... (Why Files)
Slowing economy Nov 14, 2008
" In public, company heads echo his optimism. "They are worried, they are concerned, but they are confident also," says the head of the Indian Merchants' Chamber, M N Chaini. The worry stems from uncertainty. Lending problems In these unprecedented times, even the head of the Reserve Bank admits he has difficulty figuring out what will happen next. India's financial sector has had little exposure to the toxic loans that sparked the credit crisis in the West. But even so, its banks have become... (BBC News -- South Asia)
Retail Sales Down Record 2.8% in October. Nov 14, 2008
The credit crunch, shrinking asset prices, soft job market, and deteriorating economy are keeping people away from stores and forcing them to save money. The holiday shopping season isn't seen being as rewarding for retailers as in past years. (SmartMoney)
Rising emissions put pressure on Japan to set tougher limits Nov 13, 2008
A rise was widely expected after the world's biggest nuclear plant, run by Tokyo Electric Power, had to suspend operations following a July 2007 earthquake, forcing utilities to meet demand by burning more coal, oil and natural gas, all of which emit far more greenhouse gases. The plant is expected to remain shut until beyond next March. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Japan CO2 Hits Record, Risking Kyoto Failure Nov 13, 2008
A rise was widely expected after the world's biggest nuclear plant, run by Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO), had to suspend operations following a July 2007 earthquake, forcing utilities to meet demand by burning more coal, oil and natural gas, all of which emit far more greenhouse gases. The plant is expected to remain shut until beyond next March. (Planet Ark, United States)
