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Congress to vote today on extending jobless benefits; Nevada officials ready to act Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:14AMWASHINGTON (AP) - Millions of people stuck on the jobless rolls would receive an extension of unemployment benefits averaging $309 a week under a Senate bill that appears set to break free of a Republican filibuster.
Minority Businesses Multiply But Still Lag Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:14AMThe number of businesses owned by minorities increased faster than the number owned by whites, according to Census data released July 13. But minority companies' economic impact- -- measured by total sales and how many workers they employ- -- budged only a little from 2002 to 2007. And the percentage of minorities who own businesses is still far lower than the percentage of whites who do.
New Report Shows 87.9 Percent Of Vermont Small Businesses Eligible For Health Care Tax Credits Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:14AMMore than 87.9 percent of Vermont small businesses with fewer than 25 employees will be eligible this year for tax credits to help pay the cost of employee health coverage, according to a new report issued by the consumer health organization Families USA and small business advocacy group Small Business Majority. The tax credit program, a key element of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care ...
Blogs Comment On GOP Feminism, HIV/AIDS, Other Topics Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:13AMThe following summarizes selected women's health-related blog entries. ~ "The GOP's Woman Problem," Amanda Marcotte, Slate's "XX Factor": Marcotte comments on the dynamic of feminism in the Republican Party, particularly with respect to former Alaska Gov. and 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin. "Republicans have made anti-feminism their party platform and turned exalting a ...
Obama Resubmits Berwick Nomination To Senate, Kagan Responds To Health Law Concerns Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:13AMPresident Obama on Monday submitted his nomination of Dr. Donald Berwick to head Medicare and Medicaid - "a move that comes two weeks after Obama bypassed Congress to put his stalled nominee in the post until the end of 2011," Roll Call reports. If Berwick is approved, he would have the job indefinitely instead of merely through 2011, a rule that is imposed when a recess appointment is used...
Insurer Earnings Strong, But New Health Law May Take Toll Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:13AMNews outlets report on how the new health law may be affecting insurer earnings. "As health insurers release earnings starting this week, the focus will likely be on clues as to how the U.S. health overhaul affects margins and growth," Dow Jones Newswires/The Wall Street Journal reports. "Led by managed-care bellwether UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH), the sector is seen posting hardy earnings for ...
Handel wins GOP runoff berth for Ga. governor Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:13AMATLANTA (AP) - Ex-Georgia secretary of state Karen Handel has nabbed a spot in the Republican runoff for governor.
Dem wins unopposed primary for Ga. insurance post Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:12AMATLANTA (AP) - Democrat Mary Squires has advanced to the general election for Georgia insurance commissioner, but it's unclear which Republican she will face.
Owner refuses to let gasoline ship sail to Iran Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:12AMLONDON/MOSCOW (Reuters) - The owner of a gasoline tanker refused to allow the vessel to sail to Iran from Turkey earlier in July, trade and shipping sources said on Wednesday.
Several Ga. primary races head to runoffs Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:12AMATLANTA (AP) - Voters will be casting ballots in at least 21 races in the Aug. 10 runoff after candidates in those contests were unable to secure more than 50 percent of the vote in Tuesday's primary.
ALC to meet with Mufford area farmers on overpass issue Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:52PMAgricultural Land Commission. While the meeting is intended only for those farmers directly impacted, another for the public at large will be held later this summer, said ALC planner Tony Pellett.
Convicted felon Gottlieb to testify as he seeks post-conviction relief Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:52PMFRANKLIN (SOMERSET) — Avram Gottlieb will get his day in court Wednesday.
New Jersey Press Media newspapers going pink to fight breast cancer Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:52PMMost women know the routine: Starting at age 40 — or 50, depending on whom you ask — get a mammogram to screen for breast cancer. So why are fewer women getting the test today than a few years ago?
Goodwin joins Senate caucus of short-termers Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:52PMWASHINGTON — West Virginia Democrat Carte Goodwin replaced the Senate's oldest member as its youngest Tuesday, becoming part of a small caucus of freshman seat-warmers with little seniority but outsized power in the closely divided chamber.
Weakening recovery brings deja vu Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:50PMThe U.S. may avoid a double-dip recession, but Americans will probably feel like they did when the economy tanked: insecure, overwhelmed with financial pressures and pessimistic about the future. Even as Congress moves to extend jobless benefits for millions of workers, a growing body of evidence suggests the United States is heading toward an economic netherworld — avoiding a slide back into ...
Unemployment: Nevada hits another jobless rate record in June Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:50PMCARSON CITY, Nev. — Unemployment in Nevada set another record in June, rising to 14.2 percent with more than 193,300 looking for work. The total number of people with jobs actually fell by 1,400 even though private businesses added 3,400 jobs.
Ice-T Is Arrested for Expired Insurance Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:49PMThe 'Law and Order: SVU' star gets a dose of his own medicine. Andrea Keiter It seems as if rapper/actor Ice-T has gone from protecting law and order to receiving the punishment. The New York Daily News has reported that the star was arrested near the Lincoln Tunnel early Tuesday morning. After being pulled over for driving without a seatbelt, police discovered that Ice-T was driving his 2009 ...
Teen burglar admits nuking lizard Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:48PMOTTAWA - A 16-year-old admitted Monday to a wild burglary spree that included spattering homes with paint, leaving piles of feces and microwaving a gecko.
Vandals Bash 26 Windows At High School Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:48PMLos Lunas police officers said a pair of teenage vandals caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage at Los Lunas High School.
AC Transit-Imposed Contract Stays In Effect, Injunction Ruling Postponed Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:47PMOAKLAND, Calif. -- A new contract imposed on an AC Transit employees' union will be in effect until at least the end of next week after a judge delayed deciding on an injunction sought by the union Tuesday that would have blocked the contract.
Corporate bigwigs to map out route for financial inclusion Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:52PMThe Prime Minister has set up a high-level committee of corporate bigwigs to suggest ways to achieve greater financial inclusion.
Disabled Brea man helps train nurses Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:50PMBREA — Roger Vincent of Brea has had post-polio syndrome for 30 years, but his experience has given him a lot to offer to people who will help care for the disabled. As a patient of the home care team from St. Joseph Hospital in Orange Vincent, 65,...
School Supple Donations To Help Teachers Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:48PMTeachers need donations for the new school year.
Real estate attorneys worth the expense Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:48PMQuestion: We are interested in purchasing a home privately, that is, without the seller using a real estate broker. We would need to agree on a price and will ask for a structural inspection. What suggestions do you have for oversight of this transaction to protect both the seller and us?
Ice rink discussions lead Springfield Commissioners meeting Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:47PMSpringfield Commissioners gave every indication they were committed to retaining the ice rink as a township asset. The down side is that it there is no possibility the rink can reopen for the 2010-11 season.
5 Washington state ballot measures could end up in court Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:47PMFor sponsors of ballot measures, the price of success this fall will be a good lawyer. Because of conflicting, contradicting or constitutionally questionable language, at least five measures may wind up in court rather than in law, should voters pass them.
Memphis Firefighter Arrested for DUI After 3-Car Wreck Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:47PMMemphis police say a Memphis firefighter was arrested for DUI after he was involved in a three-car wreck.
Nobel climate scientist dead at 65 Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:47PMA scientist who shared the 2007 Nobel Prize with former Vice President Al Gore has died.
Tip Leads Police To Hot Dog Costume Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:44PMA hot dog costume missing since Saturday has been returned to workers at a stand in southeast Portland.
Spain pack too much of a punch to be left wanting Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:45PMAS HE faced the media for the last time before tomorrow’s World Cup final, Dutch coach Bert van Marwijk made an interesting remark. His suggestion that a victory for Spain, based as they are around a Barcelona club that has been influenced heavily down the years by some of his countrymen, would mean at least a little reflected credit for the Dutch, had the ring of an insurance policy about it.
Number of bank failures hits 90 for the year Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:45PMRegulators on Friday shut down banks in Maryland, Oklahoma and New York, lifting to 90 the number of U.S. bank failures this year.
N.Y., Okla. banks bring year's failure tally to 90 Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:43PMSAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Two bank failures in New York and Oklahoma on Friday brought the U.S. total for the year so far to 90. Port Chester, N.Y.-based USA Bank, which had roughly $189.9 million in deposits as of March 31, was closed, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. said in a statement. Blackwell, Okla.-based Home National Bank, which had $560.7 million in deposits as of March 31, was ...
POTPOURRI: Bridges, new bypass in GP’s future Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:43PMWhat Grande Prairie needed, if it was to meet the needs of an increasing population, was four lanes on Clairmont Road/100 Street, an 84 Avenue bridge across Bear Creek, and a one-way downtown traffic system, including dual bridges across the creek for Richmond (100) and 99 Avenues.[...]
Number of bank failures hits 90 for the year Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:42PM(AP:NEW YORK) Regulators on Friday shut down banks in Maryland, Oklahoma and New York, lifting to 90 the number of U.S. bank failures this year. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. said it was appointed receiver of Bay National Bank and Ideal Federal Savings Bank, both based in Baltimore.
N.Y., Okla. Banks Bring Year's Failure Tally To 90 Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:42PMN.Y., Okla. Banks Bring Year's Failure Tally To 90
Lady Antebellum To Play Allentown Fair Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:41PMThe Great Allentown Fair is taking the wraps off the latest addition to its lineup.
New Details Uncovered in Rockbridge Murder-Suicide Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:40PMNew details are emerging about the history between Kate Collins Middle School teacher Nancy Sullenberger and her estranged husband James Sullenberger following a tragic murder-suicide that shocked the area.
State AG candidates tour area Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:38PMColorado Attorney General John Suthers, a Republican, and Democratic opponent Stan Garnett, the Boulder County district attorney, each made a swing through Northeast Colorado this past week.
BUSINESSBRIEFS Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 4:38PMPetals & Plants honored by Teleflora Petals & Plants Florist was named a member of Teleflora’s National Account Program, an incentive and loyalty program for the top 5 percent of Teleflora’s 18,000 florist partners.
Bethesda boy's cancer battle inspires triathlon Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:19AMAudrey Kris, 6, of Bethesda crosses the finish line ahead of Stella Hammen, 6, of Bethesda in the Just Tryan It triathlon.
UAE- DFM rises on Q2 earning expectations, Emaar up Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:17AMUAE- DFM rises on Q2 earning expectations, Emaar up
Why Raoul Moat Hates The Police And Shot Sam Stobbart To Help Her Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:16AMWhy he did it: “When he was a young lad his step-dad used to beat him up – really batter him. He would lock him in his room..."
Niemann, bullpen shine as Rays top Sox Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:16AMJeff Niemann (7-2) limited the Red Sox to four hits and an unearned run over six innings, and Tampa Bay's bullpen shut down Boston for the second day in a row.
Older Viagra users more likely to get STDs: study Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:16AMViagra-popping older and middle-age men are more likely to have sexually transmitted diseases, a new study of more than 1.4 million men finds.But it's not the fault of the erectile dysfunction pills, according to researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and the University of Southern California.They instead blame the high-risk behaviors of the men who request them.The report, published in ...
Survey: Salaries still suffering but job market is stabilising Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:15AMNorthern Ireland's jobs market is showing some "positive signs", but salaries in many sectors still reflect the deep impact of the recession, a salary survey by a Belfast recruitment agency has found. Related Stories Survey: UK sales rising as exports start to slide Commercial arm of BBC announces profits hike Market volatility creates further woe for pension-age workers CWU fury as looming BT ...
For cut-rate dental care, head to Mexico Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:14AMA good smile can be a pricey proposition in the U.S., where barely half the population has dental insurance and routine procedures can run up four-figure bills. Want a porcelain crown for a damaged tooth? That'll cost $945, on average.
Montgomery's 21st annual farm tour approaching Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:14AMMontgomery County will celebrate its agricultural heritage, promote local farms and indulge in seasonally fresh food during the 21st annual farm tour and harvest sale.
Latin American activists, locals discuss teen drinking, driving Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:13AMNORRISTOWN — Teen drinking and driving is a universal problem.
15 OWIs issued over July 4 weekend Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:13AMDrunken driving didnt take a holiday over the long Fourth of July weekend.
From A-list to jail for wild child Lindsay Lohan Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 8:18PMTroubled Hollywood starlet Lindsay Lohan sobbed and pleaded but a judge still slapped her Tuesday with 90 days in jail for violating probation in two 2007 drunken driving cases.