Monday, February 28, 2011
‘Defending Liberty’: Defiant Clarence Thomas Slams Critics for ‘Undermining’ High Court | The Blaze
‘Defending Liberty’: Defiant Clarence Thomas Slams Critics for ‘Undermining’ High Court | The Blaze: "Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas – his impartiality under attack from liberals because of his attendance at a meeting of conservative donors sponsored by the Koch brothers and his wife’s tea party activism – struck a defiant tone in a Saturday night speech in Charlottesville, Va., telling a friendly audience that he and his wife “believe in the same things” and “are focused on defending liberty.”"
‘And the Oscar Goes to…’: Complete Academy Awards Coverage | The Blaze
‘And the Oscar Goes to…’: Complete Academy Awards Coverage | The Blaze: "LOS ANGELES (The Blaze/AP) — These were supposed to be the younger, hipper Academy Awards, the ones that shook up the ceremony’s conventions with popular, great-looking emcees in actors James Franco and Anne Hathaway, who were unlike the middle-aged comedians and TV talk-show hosts of years past."
Infamous UK Cleric Plans Thursday Sharia Rally in D.C.: ‘Rise to Implement the Shari’ah in America’ | The Blaze
Infamous UK Cleric Plans Thursday Sharia Rally in D.C.: ‘Rise to Implement the Shari’ah in America’ | The Blaze: "This coming Fourth of July, Muslims are planning a “Million Muslim March” in D.C. to “re-establish the feelings of brother and sisterhood among Muslim Americans“ and start the ”healing” process after 9/11."
BBC News - Brazil power cable accident during parade kills 17
BBC News - Brazil power cable accident during parade kills 17: "At least 17 people have died in a small Brazilian town after a live power cable broke and fell into a crowd of people enjoying a pre-Carnival street party."
Frank Buckles, Last World War I Doughboy, Is Dead at 110 - NYTimes.com
Frank Buckles, Last World War I Doughboy, Is Dead at 110
"Frank Buckles, who drove an Army ambulance in France in 1918 and came to symbolize a generation of embattled young Americans as the last of the World War I doughboys, died Sunday at his home in Charles Town, W. Va. He was 110."
"Frank Buckles, who drove an Army ambulance in France in 1918 and came to symbolize a generation of embattled young Americans as the last of the World War I doughboys, died Sunday at his home in Charles Town, W. Va. He was 110."
Largest earthquake since 1969 rattles state - todaysthv.com | KTHV | Little Rock, AR
Largest earthquake since 1969 rattles state - todaysthv.com | KTHV | Little Rock, AR: "According the the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), a preliminary magnitude 4.7 hit 4 miles northeast of Greenbrier just after 11:00 p.m."
Protesters in Oman set supermarket ablaze - Yahoo! News
Protesters in Oman set supermarket ablaze - Yahoo! News: "SOHAR, Oman – Protesters set a supermarket ablaze and rallied at two places in this seaside town on Monday in a third consecutive day of unrest that has included deadly clashes in the strategic Gulf nation."
Kuwait key opposition group calls for PM ouster
Kuwait key opposition group calls for PM ouster: "A key Kuwaiti opposition group on Monday demanded the ouster of the prime minister as youth activists called for a rally on March 8 to force the premier to quit."
Libya bombs military base in region held by protesters - CNN.com
Libya bombs military base in region held by protesters - CNN.com: "Tripoli, Libya (CNN) -- A Libyan military jet bombed a base in eastern Libya on Monday, as embattled leader Moammar Gadhafi fought to hold onto his regime."
58% Favor Government Shutdown Until Spending Cuts Are Agreed Upon - Rasmussen Reports™
58% Favor Government Shutdown Until Spending Cuts Are Agreed Upon - Rasmussen Reports™: "As Republicans and Democrats in Congress haggle over the budget, most voters would rather have a partial shutdown of the federal government than keep its spending at current levels."
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Reform best antidote to Yemen secessionists | Reuters
Reform best antidote to Yemen secessionists | Reuters: "Secessionist sentiment will intensify unless Yemen's President Ali Abdullah Saleh, facing daily protests against his 32-year rule, addresses grievances in the once-independent south, a southern politician said."
Deaths in Tunisia clashes - Africa - Al Jazeera English
Deaths in Tunisia clashes - Africa - Al Jazeera English: "Three people have been killed in clashes between demonstrators and security forces in Tunis, the interior ministry said after a second day of unrest in the Tunisian capital.
'Three people died from the dozen who were wounded during clashes and were transferred to hospital for treatment,' it said in a statement on Saturday."
'Three people died from the dozen who were wounded during clashes and were transferred to hospital for treatment,' it said in a statement on Saturday."
Bahrain king reshuffles cabinet as opposition leader returns - CNN.com
Bahrain king reshuffles cabinet as opposition leader returns - CNN.com: "Manama, Bahrain (CNN) -- Bahrain's king reshuffled his cabinet Saturday as protesters continued to call for reforms and a key opposition leader returned to the country."
Blaze Exclusive: International Socialists Orchestrate Unions‘ Rally to ’Save the American Dream’ | The Blaze
Blaze Exclusive: International Socialists Orchestrate Unions‘ Rally to ’Save the American Dream’ | The Blaze: "Last fall, leftist ideological groups of socialists and communists teamed up with American labor unions to march together for “One Nation.”"
Boy arrested: 8-year-old Riverside Elementary student arrested – for fourth time - OrlandoSentinel.com
Boy arrested: 8-year-old Riverside Elementary student arrested
"The photo looks innocent enough: an 8-year-old boy with a stare indicating that he'd rather be anyplace else than in front of the camera."
"The photo looks innocent enough: an 8-year-old boy with a stare indicating that he'd rather be anyplace else than in front of the camera."
BBC News - Third of Christchurch buildings 'could face demolition'
BBC News - Third of Christchurch buildings 'could face demolition': "A third of the buildings in central Christchurch may need to be demolished and rebuilt, authorities in New Zealand have warned, following an earthquake."
Snow flurries drifted across Bay Area early Saturday morning - San Jose Mercury News
Snow flurries drifted across Bay Area early Saturday morning - San Jose Mercury News: "Light snow flurries swirled across the Bay Area early Saturday morning but dissipated before most people slipped out of their warm beds."
Obama signs temporary extension of Patriot Act
Obama signs temporary extension of Patriot Act: "WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama has signed a three-month extension of key surveillance provisions of the Patriot Act"
Motorists facing £6 a gallon at the pump due to Libya crisis - Telegraph
Motorists facing £6 a gallon at the pump due to Libya crisis - Telegraph: "Motorists are now paying £6 a gallon in garages across the country as oil prices continue to soar amid the crisis in Libya."
Libyan turmoil, $100 per barrel oil fuel Republican drilling push on Capitol Hill - The Hill's E2-Wire
Libyan turmoil, $100 per barrel oil fuel Republican drilling push on Capitol Hill
"The Libyan uprising and triple-digit oil prices are reinvigorating GOP-led attacks on White House offshore drilling policies — a collision that will burst into public view next week on Capitol Hill."
"The Libyan uprising and triple-digit oil prices are reinvigorating GOP-led attacks on White House offshore drilling policies — a collision that will burst into public view next week on Capitol Hill."
Libya's UN ambassador denounces Gaddafi - Telegraph
Libya's UN ambassador denounces Gaddafi - Telegraph: "The Libyan ambassador to the UN, who is one of Colonel Gaddafi's oldest friends, denounced the embattled leader on Friday night and urged the world to punish him."
Friday, February 25, 2011
The Triple-E Maersk container ship will be the world's largest ship and the most efficient
The Triple-E Maersk container ship will be the world's largest ship and the most efficient: "Korea's Daewoo is to build the world's largest ship for Mærsk line. The US$190 million, 400 meter 'Triple-E' class behemoths will carry 18,000 TEU containers, 2500 more than the current largest, Emma Mærsk. Superior economies of scale will enable the new monsters to surpass the industry record for both fuel efficiency and (20% better) CO2 emissions per container moved."
International Pressure Mounts on Libyan Leader to Step Down | North Africa | English
International Pressure Mounts on Libyan Leader to Step Down | North Africa | English: "nternational pressure is mounting on Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, whose violent crackdown on opposition protesters has drawn widespread condemnation."
My Way News - Va. OKs bill to likely close most abortion clinics
My Way News - Va. OKs bill to likely close most abortion clinics: "RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia took a big step Thursday toward eliminating most of the state's 21 abortion clinics, approving a bill that would likely make rules so strict the medical centers would be forced to close, Democrats and abortion rights supporters said."
My Way News - Wis. Assembly passes bill taking away union rights
My Way News - Wis. Assembly passes bill taking away union rights: "MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Republicans in the Wisconsin Assembly took the first significant action on their plan to strip collective bargaining rights from most public workers, abruptly passing the measure early Friday morning before sleep-deprived Democrats realized what was happening."
Pelosi edits honorary resolution...on Pelosi - On Congress - POLITICO.com
Pelosi edits honorary resolution...on Pelosi
"When the DNC's Resolutions Committee brought up a resolution commemorating Pelosi's years as speaker of the House, Pelosi's daughter sought to alter the proposal at her mother's behest, adding some of the accomplishments that the elder Pelosi felt the committee had overlooked."
"When the DNC's Resolutions Committee brought up a resolution commemorating Pelosi's years as speaker of the House, Pelosi's daughter sought to alter the proposal at her mother's behest, adding some of the accomplishments that the elder Pelosi felt the committee had overlooked."
Gadhafi tells followers to defend the nation - Yahoo! News
Gadhafi tells followers to defend the nation - Yahoo! News: "BENGHAZI, Libya – Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi has told a crowd of his supporters massed in a central Tripoli Square to fight back against protesters and 'defend the nation.'"
Thursday, February 24, 2011
BBC News - Oil price: Should we fear the latest rises?
BBC News - Oil price: Should we fear the latest rises?: "The 1973 Yom Kippur War and the 1979 Iranian revolution both led to jumps in the oil price that presaged economic downturns."
Christchurch earthquake toll at 103 - National - NZ Herald News
Christchurch earthquake toll at 103 - National - NZ Herald News: "The death toll from Tuesday's 6.3 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch now stands at 103."
Gadhafi blames bin Laden, drugs for unrest | Story | BLTWY
Gadhafi blames bin Laden, drugs for unrest | Story | BLTWY: "BENGHAZI, Libya - Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi on Thursday blamed the uprising in his country on al-Qaida followers who give young Libyans hallucinogenic pills in their coffee to get them to revolt."
Toyota Recalls Millions of Vehicles as Mats May Jam Pedals - Bloomberg
Toyota Recalls Millions of Vehicles as Mats May Jam Pedals - Bloomberg: "Toyota Motor Corp. said it’s recalling 2.17 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold in the U.S. for carpet and floor-mat flaws that could jam gas pedals, the company’s biggest such announcement in a year."
BBC News - Thousands protest against high food prices in Delhi
BBC News - Thousands protest against high food prices in Delhi: "A steady stream of protesters, carrying red flags, has been marching through the streets of central Delhi since early morning."
Gaddafi: Barakeh Obama is friend - Israel News, Ynetnews
Gaddafi: Barakeh Obama is friend - Israel News, Ynetnews: "Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi considers the US president a blessing to the Muslim world. In a speech published in London-based al-Hayat newspaper on Saturday, Gaddafi praised Barack Obama, called him a 'friend' and said there is no longer any dispute between his country and the US."
Wis. Assembly Reaches Deal to Vote on Budget Bill; Police Dispatched to Find Senators | The Blaze
Wis. Assembly Reaches Deal to Vote on Budget Bill; Police Dispatched to Find Senators | The Blaze: "MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democrats in the state Assembly agreed to a deal in the pre-dawn hours Thursday to limit debate and reach a vote, perhaps by midday, on a bill taking away public workers’ collective bargaining rights."
Saudi Student Arrested in TX for Plotting Terrorist Attack Against GW Bush | The Blaze
Saudi Student Arrested in TX for Plotting Terrorist Attack Against GW Bush | The Blaze: "WASHINGTON (AP) — A young college student from Saudi Arabia studying chemical engineering in Texas purchased explosive chemicals over the Internet as part of a plan to hide bomb materials inside dolls and baby carriages to blow up dams, nuclear plants or the Dallas home of former President George W. Bush, the Justice Department said Thursday."
Okla. Police Captain Transferred for Refusing to Attend Muslim Event | The Blaze
Okla. Police Captain Transferred for Refusing to Attend Muslim Event | The Blaze: "A Tulsa, OK police captain has filed a lawsuit against a superior after he was transferred following his refusal to attend a Muslim event. According to him, ordering him to attend the event was a violation of his religious convictions, and transferring him was religious retaliation."
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Morning Bell: Government Unions vs American Taxpayers | The Foundry: Conservative Policy News.
Morning Bell: Government Unions vs American Taxpayers
"The Washington Post reports today that “the daunting tower of national, state and local debt in the United States will reach a level this year unmatched just after World War II and already exceeds the size of the entire economy, according to government estimates.” But there are a number of big differences between our national debt now and the debt in 1946. The Post reports: “State and municipal governments from Sacramento to Madison to Harrisburg have racked up about $2.4 trillion in debt, or more than 15 percent of GDP."
"The Washington Post reports today that “the daunting tower of national, state and local debt in the United States will reach a level this year unmatched just after World War II and already exceeds the size of the entire economy, according to government estimates.” But there are a number of big differences between our national debt now and the debt in 1946. The Post reports: “State and municipal governments from Sacramento to Madison to Harrisburg have racked up about $2.4 trillion in debt, or more than 15 percent of GDP."
The Associated Press: Report: Ex-minister says Gadhafi ordered Lockerbie
The Associated Press: Report: Ex-minister says Gadhafi ordered Lockerbie: "STOCKHOLM (AP) — Swedish tabloid Expressen says Libya's ex-justice minister claims Moammar Gadhafi personally ordered the Lockerbie bombing that killed 270 people in 1988.
Expressen on Wednesday quoted Mustafa Abdel-Jalil as telling their correspondent in Libya that 'I have proof that Gadhafi gave the order about Lockerbie.' He didn't describe the proof."
Expressen on Wednesday quoted Mustafa Abdel-Jalil as telling their correspondent in Libya that 'I have proof that Gadhafi gave the order about Lockerbie.' He didn't describe the proof."
Fox News Reporter Confronts Wis. Doctor Writing ‘Sick’ Notes | The Blaze
Fox News Reporter Confronts Wis. Doctor Writing ‘Sick’ Notes
"It seems Wisconsin doctors writing “sick notes” for protesters in Madison don’t have any plans to stop. Fox News reporter Griff Jenkins recently confronted one such doctor and her “patient,” and the doctor slyly dodged the issue while her patient deflected criticism with sarcasm."
"It seems Wisconsin doctors writing “sick notes” for protesters in Madison don’t have any plans to stop. Fox News reporter Griff Jenkins recently confronted one such doctor and her “patient,” and the doctor slyly dodged the issue while her patient deflected criticism with sarcasm."
Somali Pirates Execute 4 American Hostages | The Blaze
Somali Pirates Execute 4 American Hostages
"NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Four Americans taken hostage by Somali pirates off East Africa were shot and killed by their captors Monday, the U.S. military said, marking the first time U.S. citizens have been killed in a wave of pirate attacks plaguing the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean for years."
"NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Four Americans taken hostage by Somali pirates off East Africa were shot and killed by their captors Monday, the U.S. military said, marking the first time U.S. citizens have been killed in a wave of pirate attacks plaguing the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean for years."
Run! Now Indiana House Dems Flee State to Block Anti-Union Legislation | The Blaze
Run! Now Indiana House Dems Flee State to Block Anti-Union Legislation
"If you’re a politician and you want to block legislation that would crack down on union power in your state, apparently there’s a new way to do just that, and it’s gaining popularity. In a word: Run!"
"If you’re a politician and you want to block legislation that would crack down on union power in your state, apparently there’s a new way to do just that, and it’s gaining popularity. In a word: Run!"
Megyn Kelly Confronts Milwaukee Union President Over ‘Sick’ Teachers | The Blaze
Megyn Kelly Confronts Milwaukee Union President Over ‘Sick’ Teachers
"During an interview Tuesday, Fox News’ Megyn Kelly repeatedly tried to nail down an answer on whether Milwaukee Teachers Union president Mike Langyel condoned teachers using fake medical excuses to get out of work to attend protests in Madison."
"During an interview Tuesday, Fox News’ Megyn Kelly repeatedly tried to nail down an answer on whether Milwaukee Teachers Union president Mike Langyel condoned teachers using fake medical excuses to get out of work to attend protests in Madison."
They’re Rioting Again in the Streets of Greece | The Blaze
They’re Rioting Again in the Streets of Greece
"ATHENS, Greece (The Blaze/AP) — Greek riot police and protesters have clashed outside parliament during a mass rally taking place as part of a general strike."
"ATHENS, Greece (The Blaze/AP) — Greek riot police and protesters have clashed outside parliament during a mass rally taking place as part of a general strike."
Gaddafi's Next Move: Sabotage Libya's Oil and Sow Chaos? - TIME
Gaddafi's Next Move: Sabotage Libya's Oil and Sow Chaos? - TIME: "There's been virtually no reliable information coming out of Tripoli, but a source close to the Gaddafi regime I did manage to get hold of told me the already terrible situation in Libya will get much worse."
Democrat urges unions to 'get a little bloody when necessary' - The Hill's Blog Briefing Room
Democrat urges unions to 'get a little bloody when necessary'
"Sometimes it's necessary to get out on the streets and 'get a little bloody,' a Massachusetts Democrat said Tuesday in reference to labor battles in Wisconsin."
"Sometimes it's necessary to get out on the streets and 'get a little bloody,' a Massachusetts Democrat said Tuesday in reference to labor battles in Wisconsin."
Providence plans to pink slip all teachers | Rhode Island news | projo.com | The Providence Journal
Providence plans to pink slip all teachers
"PROVIDENCE — The school district plans to send out dismissal notices to every one of its 1,926 teachers, an unprecedented move that has union leaders up in arms."
"PROVIDENCE — The school district plans to send out dismissal notices to every one of its 1,926 teachers, an unprecedented move that has union leaders up in arms."
Oil at two-year high as Libya on edge of civil war - Yahoo! Finance
Oil at two-year high as Libya on edge of civil war
"Oil prices rose to fresh two-year highs around $96 a barrel Wednesday amid concerns that a violent power struggle in Libya could disrupt supplies, with experts warning the next weeks and months would prove highly volatile."
"Oil prices rose to fresh two-year highs around $96 a barrel Wednesday amid concerns that a violent power struggle in Libya could disrupt supplies, with experts warning the next weeks and months would prove highly volatile."
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
MSNBC Hosts Admit Liberal Bias Toward Tea Party | The Blaze
MSNBC Hosts Admit Liberal Bias Toward Tea Party
"In responding to the recently released Wisconsin GOP video, “Morning Joe” hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski admitted that the mainstream media have not discussed the numerous examples of violent and negative rhetoric protesters have aimed at Gov. Scott Walker. If the same signs were carried by a tea partier, they noted, the video would be looped and played repeatedly:"
"In responding to the recently released Wisconsin GOP video, “Morning Joe” hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski admitted that the mainstream media have not discussed the numerous examples of violent and negative rhetoric protesters have aimed at Gov. Scott Walker. If the same signs were carried by a tea partier, they noted, the video would be looped and played repeatedly:"
Fox News Reporter Confronts Wis. Doctor Writing ‘Sick’ Notes | The Blaze
Fox News Reporter Confronts Wis. Doctor Writing ‘Sick’ Notes
"It seems Wisconsin doctors writing “sick notes” for protesters in Madison don’t have any plans to stop. Fox News reporter Griff Jenkins recently confronted one such doctor and her “patient,” and the doctor slyly dodged the issue while her patient deflected criticism with sarcasm."
"It seems Wisconsin doctors writing “sick notes” for protesters in Madison don’t have any plans to stop. Fox News reporter Griff Jenkins recently confronted one such doctor and her “patient,” and the doctor slyly dodged the issue while her patient deflected criticism with sarcasm."
Christchurch earthquake: 150 feared dead on New Zealand's 'darkest day' - Telegraph
Christchurch earthquake: 150 feared dead on New Zealand's 'darkest day' - Telegraph: "More than 150 are feared dead after a major earthquake hit Christchurch, one of New Zealand's biggest cities, in what the prime minister described 'New Zealand's darkest day'."
Two-Thirds of Wisconsin Public-School 8th Graders Can’t Read Proficiently—Despite Highest Per Pupil Spending in Midwest | CNSnews.com
Two-Thirds of Wisconsin Public-School 8th Graders Can’t Read Proficiently
—Despite Highest Per Pupil Spending in Midwest
"Two-thirds of the eighth graders in Wisconsin public schools cannot read proficiently according to the U.S. Department of Education, despite the fact that Wisconsin spends more per pupil in its public schools than any other state in the Midwest."
—Despite Highest Per Pupil Spending in Midwest
"Two-thirds of the eighth graders in Wisconsin public schools cannot read proficiently according to the U.S. Department of Education, despite the fact that Wisconsin spends more per pupil in its public schools than any other state in the Midwest."
Michigan orders DPS to make huge cuts | detnews.com | The Detroit News
Michigan orders DPS to make huge cuts
"State education officials have ordered Robert Bobb to immediately implement a financial restructuring plan that balances the district's books by closing half of its schools, swelling high school class sizes to 60 students and consolidating operations."
"State education officials have ordered Robert Bobb to immediately implement a financial restructuring plan that balances the district's books by closing half of its schools, swelling high school class sizes to 60 students and consolidating operations."
Home prices hit post-bust lows in most big cities - Yahoo! Finance
Home prices hit post-bust lows in most big cities
"WASHINGTON (AP) -- Home prices in a majority of major U.S. cities tracked by a private trade group have fallen to their lowest levels since the housing bubble burst, and analysts expect further declines this year."
"WASHINGTON (AP) -- Home prices in a majority of major U.S. cities tracked by a private trade group have fallen to their lowest levels since the housing bubble burst, and analysts expect further declines this year."
Starving N. Korea begs for food, but U.S. has concerns about resuming aid
Starving N. Korea begs for food, but U.S. has concerns about resuming aid: "TOKYO - North Korea recently took the unusual step of begging for food handouts from the foreign governments it usually threatens."
Wal-Mart needs more time to fix its main business - Yahoo! Finance
Wal-Mart needs more time to fix its main business
"CHICAGO (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc's attempts to fix sales at its U.S. discount stores are taking longer than expected as the world's largest retailer loses shoppers to lower-priced dollar stores."
"CHICAGO (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc's attempts to fix sales at its U.S. discount stores are taking longer than expected as the world's largest retailer loses shoppers to lower-priced dollar stores."
Federal, state and local debt hits post-WWII levels
Federal, state and local debt hits post-WWII levels: "The daunting tower of national, state and local debt in the United States will reach a level this year unmatched just after World War II and already exceeds the size of the entire economy, according to government estimates."
4 Americans on hijacked yacht dead off Somalia - CBS News
4 Americans on hijacked yacht dead off Somalia
"Four Americans taken hostage by Somali pirates off East Africa were shot and killed by their captors Monday, the U.S. military said, marking the first time U.S. citizens have been killed in a wave of pirate attacks plaguing the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean for years."
"Four Americans taken hostage by Somali pirates off East Africa were shot and killed by their captors Monday, the U.S. military said, marking the first time U.S. citizens have been killed in a wave of pirate attacks plaguing the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean for years."
Monday, February 21, 2011
Saturday, February 19, 2011
U.S. Gov‘t Software Creates ’Fake People’ to Spread Message via Social Networking | The Blaze
U.S. Gov‘t Software Creates ’Fake People’ to Spread Message via Social Networking
"Whenever I shop on the internet, I skip right over the positive reviews of products and go straight for the bad ones, figuring the company probably paid some hack to sit and create fictional names and post fake glowing five-star reviews for their products to dupe unsuspecting customers. But what if the federal government could operate this way?"
"Whenever I shop on the internet, I skip right over the positive reviews of products and go straight for the bad ones, figuring the company probably paid some hack to sit and create fictional names and post fake glowing five-star reviews for their products to dupe unsuspecting customers. But what if the federal government could operate this way?"
The Weekend Interview with Paul Ryan: Ryan's Charge Up Entitlement Hill - WSJ.com
The Weekend Interview with Paul Ryan: Ryan's Charge Up Entitlement Hill
"Paul Ryan doesn't look like the menacing sort. He's amiable in a familiar Midwestern way, his disposition varies between cheerfully earnest and wry, and he uses words like 'gosh.' Yet to hear Democrats tell it, the 41-year-old Republican congressman is the evil genius, the cruel and mad budget cutter who threatens grandma's health care, grandad's retirement, and the entitlement state as we know it."
"Paul Ryan doesn't look like the menacing sort. He's amiable in a familiar Midwestern way, his disposition varies between cheerfully earnest and wry, and he uses words like 'gosh.' Yet to hear Democrats tell it, the 41-year-old Republican congressman is the evil genius, the cruel and mad budget cutter who threatens grandma's health care, grandad's retirement, and the entitlement state as we know it."
NationalJournal.com - House Passes Amendment to Block Funds for Net Neutrality Order - Friday, February 18, 2011
House Passes Amendment to Block Funds for Net Neutrality Order
"The House passed an amendment Thursday that would bar the Federal Communications Commission from using any funding to implement the network-neutrality order it approved in December."
"The House passed an amendment Thursday that would bar the Federal Communications Commission from using any funding to implement the network-neutrality order it approved in December."
House votes to defund Planned Parenthood - David Nather and Kate Nocera - POLITICO.com
House votes to defund Planned Parenthood
"The House just approved Rep. Mike Pence’s amendment to cut off funding to Planned Parenthood, checking off a hot-button social issue even as it set up a bigger showdown over defunding the health care law."
"The House just approved Rep. Mike Pence’s amendment to cut off funding to Planned Parenthood, checking off a hot-button social issue even as it set up a bigger showdown over defunding the health care law."
House blocks funding for health care law - On Politics: Covering the US Congress, Governors, and the 2012 Election - USATODAY.com
House blocks funding for health care law
"The GOP-led House voted today to block funding to implement the nation's health care law."
"The GOP-led House voted today to block funding to implement the nation's health care law."
Shafik Gabr: What Egypt's Top Tycoon Fears Most - The Daily Beast
Shafik Gabr: What Egypt's Top Tycoon Fears Most
: "Egyptian industrialist Shafik Gabr was in Davos, Switzerland, when the revolution began. It was January 26, the second day of protests in Tahrir Square, and from 1,600 miles away at the World Economic Forum—teeming with financiers, celebrities, and heads of state in the crisp, Alpine air—it didn’t look much like a revolution."
: "Egyptian industrialist Shafik Gabr was in Davos, Switzerland, when the revolution began. It was January 26, the second day of protests in Tahrir Square, and from 1,600 miles away at the World Economic Forum—teeming with financiers, celebrities, and heads of state in the crisp, Alpine air—it didn’t look much like a revolution."
Bloomberg.com: News
Bloomberg.com: News: "Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- In what union leaders say is becoming a national fight, protests against legislation to restrict public employees’ collective-bargaining rights spread from Wisconsin to Ohio."
Friday, February 18, 2011
Iowa Wrestling Star Forfeits Match — Faith Won’t Let Him Wrestle a Girl | The Blaze
Iowa Wrestling Star Forfeits Match — Faith Won’t Let Him Wrestle a Girl | The Blaze: "DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) –- After a standout season in which he went 35-4, Joel Northrup had every reason to dream of winning an Iowa wrestling championship this year, but he gave it all up before his first state tournament match Thursday."
Update: Wis. Senate Democrats Have Completely Left the State | The Blaze
Update: Wis. Senate Democrats Have Completely Left the State | The Blaze: "A Republican state senator from Wisconsin tells local TV station WTMJ state Senate Democrats have not only left the Capitol, but they have all boarded the same bus and left the state. And now those reports have been confirmed by at least one Senate Democrat.*"
Rush: Obama’s Organizing for America Funneling Protesters Into Wisconsin | The Blaze
Rush: Obama’s Organizing for America Funneling Protesters Into Wisconsin | The Blaze: "As Wisconsin union workers continue to protest Republican Gov. Scott Walker’s budget proposal, Organizing for America — the Democratic National Committee’s campaign arm housed at BarackObama.com — is “mobilizing to defend Wisconsin‘s public employees’ right to organize.”"
Wis. College Students Feel ‘Forced’ to Attend Anti-Budget Protests | The Blaze
Wis. College Students Feel ‘Forced’ to Attend Anti-Budget Protests | The Blaze: "Milwaukee NBC affiliate WTMJ reports on a side of the Wisconsin budget protests that isn’t getting much play: how do the college students who support Gov. Scott Walker’s budget proposal feel? According to the news station, some students feel they’re being forced to attend anti-budget protests:"
Wis. Gov. Responds to Obama: He Should Focus on Balancing His Own Budget | The Blaze
Wis. Gov. Responds to Obama: He Should Focus on Balancing His Own Budget | The Blaze: "Appearing on “Fox & Friends” this morning, Wis. Gov. Scott Walker responded to President Obama’s recent comments that Walker’s budget proposal was an “assault on unions.” Walker’s response was a sort of stay-out-of-our-business quip."
NationalJournal.com - House Passes Amendment to Block Funds for Net Neutrality Order - Friday, February 18, 2011
NationalJournal.com - House Passes Amendment to Block Funds for Net Neutrality Order - Friday, February 18, 2011: "The House passed an amendment Thursday that would bar the Federal Communications Commission from using any funding to implement the network-neutrality order it approved in December."
House votes to overthrow 'czars' - Robin Bravender - POLITICO.com
House votes to overthrow 'czars' - Robin Bravender - POLITICO.com: "The House voted Thursday to dethrone nine White House “czars.”
Republicans successfully added an amendment to the continuing resolution that would leave President Barack Obama’s senior advisers on policy issues including health care, energy and others out of a job."
Republicans successfully added an amendment to the continuing resolution that would leave President Barack Obama’s senior advisers on policy issues including health care, energy and others out of a job."
Protestors Take State Capitol in Wisconsin - ABC News
Protestors Take State Capitol in Wisconsin - ABC News: "A dramatic political showdown is underway in Wisconsin over painful budget cuts that threaten thousands of state employees. Even President Obama has injected himself into the growing fracas."
Middle East protests live - Bahrain, Yemen, Libya - Telegraph
Middle East protests live - Bahrain, Yemen, Libya - Telegraph: "At least four protesters are reported to have been killed and hundreds injured after police opened fire on an encampment of demonstrators in Bahrain. Follow the Telegraph's live coverage here."
Shafik Gabr: What Egypt's Top Tycoon Fears Most - The Daily Beast
Shafik Gabr: What Egypt's Top Tycoon Fears Most - The Daily Beast: "Egyptian industrialist Shafik Gabr was in Davos, Switzerland, when the revolution began. It was January 26, the second day of protests in Tahrir Square, and from 1,600 miles away at the World Economic Forum—teeming with financiers, celebrities, and heads of state in the crisp, Alpine air—it didn’t look much like a revolution."
Bahrain forces fire tear gas on protest, 20 hurt - Yahoo! News
Bahrain forces fire tear gas on protest, 20 hurt - Yahoo! News: "MANAMA, Bahrain – Soldiers fired tear gas and shot heavy weapons into the air as thousands of protest marchers defied a government ban Friday and streamed toward the landmark square that had been the symbolic center of the uprising against the Gulf nation's leaders."
Obama joins Wisconsin's budget battle, opposing Republican anti-union bill
Obama joins Wisconsin's budget battle, opposing Republican anti-union bill: "MADISON, WIS. - President Obama thrust himself and his political operation this week into Wisconsin's broiling budget battle, mobilizing opposition Thursday to a Republican bill that would curb public-worker benefits and planning similar protests in other state capitals."
Thursday, February 17, 2011
‘Prepare to Invade Israel,’ Hezbollah Leader Tells Followers | CNSnews.com
‘Prepare to Invade Israel,’ Hezbollah Leader Tells Followers | CNSnews.com: "Beirut (AP) – Hezbollah's leader told his Shiite guerrilla group Wednesday to be prepared to invade northern Israel, a day after Israel's defense minister warned that the quiet along the tense border could erupt into violence."
Gov. Christie’s Big D.C. Speech Wows, Increases Presidential Buzz | The Blaze
Gov. Christie’s Big D.C. Speech Wows, Increases Presidential Buzz | The Blaze: "You know there’s buzz about you when you can deliver an eloquent, and captivating, political speech, deny you have any presidential ambitions during said speech, and the only thing anyone wants to write about afterwords is the subsequent non-existent presidential buzz."
Hillary Clinton donors indicted - The Hill's Ballot Box
Hillary Clinton donors indicted - The Hill's Ballot Box: "A federal grand jury indicted two Virginia men on Wednesday for allegedly trying to illegally reimburse donors who gave to Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Senate and presidential campaigns."
My Way News - Final score on 'Jeopardy!': Computer 1, humans 0
My Way News - Final score on 'Jeopardy!': Computer 1, humans 0: "NEW YORK (AP) - Note to self: Never play 'Jeopardy!' with a supercomputer.
That's a useful lesson for me or any mortal who has followed the Man vs. Machine faceoff this week on the popular trivia game show, where on Wednesday the second of two exhibition matches sealed the deal: Watson, the IBM-created megabrain, officially buried his flesh-and-blood opponents, veteran 'Jeopardy!' champs Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter."
That's a useful lesson for me or any mortal who has followed the Man vs. Machine faceoff this week on the popular trivia game show, where on Wednesday the second of two exhibition matches sealed the deal: Watson, the IBM-created megabrain, officially buried his flesh-and-blood opponents, veteran 'Jeopardy!' champs Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter."
Consumer Prices in U.S. Climb More Than Forecast - Bloomberg
Consumer Prices in U.S. Climb More Than Forecast - Bloomberg: "The cost of living in the U.S. climbed more than forecast in January, led by higher prices for food and fuel that may be starting to filter through to other goods and services."
Wisconsin Senate to vote on anti-union bill - Yahoo! News
Wisconsin Senate to vote on anti-union bill - Yahoo! News: "MADISON, Wis. – Protesters clogged the hallways of the Wisconsin state Capitol on Thursday as the Senate prepared to pass a momentous bill that would strip government workers, including school teachers, of nearly all collective bargaining rights."
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
The American Spectator : Good Morning, Suckers
The American Spectator : Good Morning, Suckers: "President Obama's budget released on Monday proposes to spend $3.73 trillion for 2012. He can't say Bush made him do that. That proposed spending is an undeniable fact that reveals who he is, which he successfully hid from 53% of voters in 2008."
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson returns to WWE
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson returns to WWE:
"News of the long-awaited comback of The Rock to professional wrestling has gotten people talking, as Celebritology reported:"
"News of the long-awaited comback of The Rock to professional wrestling has gotten people talking, as Celebritology reported:"
Minnesota governor proposes tax increases on wealthy | Reuters
Minnesota governor proposes tax increases on wealthy
"The new Democratic governor aimed more than half of $4.1 billion of state revenue increases at the wealthiest 5 percent of Minnesotans as part of his nearly $37.1 billion of proposed general fund spending for fiscal years 2012 and 2013."
"The new Democratic governor aimed more than half of $4.1 billion of state revenue increases at the wealthiest 5 percent of Minnesotans as part of his nearly $37.1 billion of proposed general fund spending for fiscal years 2012 and 2013."
U.S. Soldiers Love the Army‘s New ’Punisher’ Smart Weapon | The Blaze
U.S. Soldiers Love the Army‘s New ’Punisher’ Smart Weapon
"The United States Army is celebrating its latest technological advancement on the battlefield — the new XM25 grenade launcher or, as many soldiers have affectionately nicknamed it, “The Punisher.”"
"The United States Army is celebrating its latest technological advancement on the battlefield — the new XM25 grenade launcher or, as many soldiers have affectionately nicknamed it, “The Punisher.”"
NationalJournal.com - What Could You Do With $3.73 Trillion? - Tuesday, February 15, 2011
What Could You Do With $3.73 Trillion?
"The budget President Obama proposed Monday -- and defended this morning -- will allocate a total of $3.73 trillion into federal programs. That's not an easy number to get your head around. We take a look at just how big $3.73 trillion really is. (Plus: Check out the five questions you should ask about the president's budget.)"
"The budget President Obama proposed Monday -- and defended this morning -- will allocate a total of $3.73 trillion into federal programs. That's not an easy number to get your head around. We take a look at just how big $3.73 trillion really is. (Plus: Check out the five questions you should ask about the president's budget.)"
Silver Streaks in the Sky Likely a Meteor | NBC New York
Silver Streaks in the Sky Likely a Meteor
"A streak of silver and then a flash with crazy colors.' That's how one person on Twitter described the celestial phenomenon seen by thousands of people across five states."
"A streak of silver and then a flash with crazy colors.' That's how one person on Twitter described the celestial phenomenon seen by thousands of people across five states."
‘Sheriff Joe’ Arpaio Leads in Arizona Poll for Senate Race : Roll Call
‘Sheriff Joe’ Arpaio Leads in Arizona Poll for Senate Race
"Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio led a field of potential Republican Senate candidates in Arizona with 21 percent in a poll of likely GOP primary voters last week."
"Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio led a field of potential Republican Senate candidates in Arizona with 21 percent in a poll of likely GOP primary voters last week."
World Bank: Food prices at "dangerous levels" - Yahoo! News
World Bank: Food prices at "dangerous levels"
WASHINGTON – World Bank President Robert Zoellick says global food prices have hit "dangerous levels" that could contribute to political instability, push millions of people into poverty and raise the cost of groceries.
WASHINGTON – World Bank President Robert Zoellick says global food prices have hit "dangerous levels" that could contribute to political instability, push millions of people into poverty and raise the cost of groceries.
Economy: UK Inflation Surges to 4%, Highest Since Nov. 2008 - CNBC
Economy: UK Inflation Surges to 4%, Highest Since Nov. 2008
"British consumer price inflation surged to double the Bank of England's target in January, official data showed on Tuesday, raising pressure on the central bank to look seriously at increasing interest rates."
"British consumer price inflation surged to double the Bank of England's target in January, official data showed on Tuesday, raising pressure on the central bank to look seriously at increasing interest rates."
Monday, February 14, 2011
Palestinian peace negotiation unit disbanded | Reuters
Palestinian peace negotiation unit disbanded | Reuters: "Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has decided to disband the Negotiations Support Unit (NSU) which provided him with technical help during long-running peace talks with Israel, an official said on Monday."
Coulter at CPAC: Christie Must Run or Nominee Romney Will Lose in 2012 | The Blaze
Coulter at CPAC: Christie Must Run or Nominee Romney Will Lose in 2012 | The Blaze: "Conservative pundit Ann Coulter warned activists Saturday that if the party nominates former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney in 2012, President Obama will win reelection."
‘Death to Dictators’: Iranian Protesters Defy Gov’t as Security Fires Tear Gas | The Blaze
‘Death to Dictators’: Iranian Protesters Defy Gov’t as Security Fires Tear Gas | The Blaze: "TEHRAN, Iran (The Blaze/AP) — Clashes between Iranian police and tens of thousands of protesters wracked central Tehran on Monday with security forces beating and firing tear gas at opposition supporters looking to evoke Egypt’s recent popular uprising."
US Retail: Clothing Prices to Rise 10% Starting in Spring - CNBC
US Retail: Clothing Prices to Rise 10% Starting in Spring - CNBC: "The era of falling clothing prices is ending. Clothing prices have dropped for a decade as tame inflation and cheap overseas labor helped hold down costs."
Produce prices skyrocket with freeze in Mexico, Southwest | kgw.com | News | Portland, Oregon
Produce prices skyrocket with freeze in Mexico, Southwest | kgw.com | News | Portland, Oregon: "PORTLAND -- Get ready to pay double or even triple the price for fresh produce in the coming weeks after the worst freeze in 60 years damaged and wiped out entire crops in northern Mexico and the southwestern U.S."
BBC News - South Korea chaos after 'heaviest' snowfall
BBC News - South Korea chaos after 'heaviest' snowfall: "The heaviest snowfall in more than a century on South Korea's east coast is causing widespread chaos."
Housing Crash Is Hitting Cities Once Thought to Be Stable - CNBC
Housing Crash Is Hitting Cities Once Thought to Be Stable - CNBC: "The rolling real estate crash that ravaged Florida and the Southwest is delivering a new wave of distress to communities once thought to be immune — economically diversified cities where the boom was relatively restrained."
NationalJournal.com - What Could You Do With $3.73 Trillion? - Monday, February 14, 2011
NationalJournal.com - What Could You Do With $3.73 Trillion? - Monday, February 14, 2011: "The budget Obama is proposing today will allocate a total of $3.73 trillion into federal programs. That's not an easy number to get your head around. We take a look at just how big $3.73 trillion really is."
Japan Economy Shrinks Less-Than-Estimated 1.1%, Surpassed by China in 2010 - Bloomberg
Japan Economy Shrinks Less-Than-Estimated 1.1%, Surpassed by China in 2010 - Bloomberg: "Japan’s gross domestic product fell less than estimated in the fourth quarter in a pullback that may prove temporary as overseas demand revives production after the nation fell behind China as the world’s second-largest economy."
France wants new global finance system - RTÉ News
France wants new global finance system
"France, as current head of the Group of 20 countries, will help the transition to a global financial system based on 'several international currencies', French Economy Minister Christine Lagarde said today."
"France, as current head of the Group of 20 countries, will help the transition to a global financial system based on 'several international currencies', French Economy Minister Christine Lagarde said today."
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