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Friday round-up Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 8:27AMCoverage continues of Senate Democrats’ failure to block a Republican filibuster of the DISCLOSE Act, a legislative response to Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. At ACSblog, Jeffrey D. Clements discusses the filibuster of the Act, lamenting that “a minority of Senators representing a fraction of the American people killed even the modest response of [...]
GOP plans $40M for key state legislative races Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:10AMWashington -- Republican strategists are committed to sinking around $40 million into state legislative races -- including in Michigan -- in hopes of gaining majorities that will allow the GOP to redraw House districts to their advantage.
Today's Opinions: Haiti's lesson for the U.S.; Ending 'Pay for delay;' Getting the CLASS Act off the ground Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:06AMIn February, a month after Haiti's earthquake, I went down to Port-au-Prince as part of a team that was helping to reactivate cardiac care in the city's public hospital. For several months since, I have observed how the earthquake and its aftermath profoundly changed Haiti's health care system. Over that time, I have come to the unorthodox conclusion that Haiti's tragic experience may show us a ...
Gillespie eyes big gains for GOP at state level Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:14PMRepublicans will pick up a minimum of 10 state legislative chambers in November, putting the party in a much stronger position for the coming battles on redistricting and the battle for control of the House, Republican State Legislative Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie predicted Thursday. The former Republican Party chairman and ...
Tales from the Morgue: Veterans Hospital started in old saloon Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:50PMIn 1920, a small sanitarium was opened for tuberculosis patientsin an old saloon and dance hall at Pastime Park. It was theprecursor to the Veterans Hospital we now have in Tucson.
Does Shirley Sherrod Have a Solid Legal Case? Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:09PMLegal Experts Say the Most Obvious Legal Path is False Light and Defamation, But It Could Be Difficult to Meet the Stringent Standards of Proof
Sharron Angle Senate Campaign: How To Lose An 11-Point Lead In 7 Weeks Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:37PMFollowing Tea Party-backed candidate Sharron Angle's come-from-nowhere win in Nevada's Republican primary, the conservative hopeful has found herself trekking along a rocky road in her quest to unseat Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.
Lessons from my worst money blunders: credit card emergency fund Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:08PMDepending on credit cards for emergencies can land you deep into debt quickly. Putting just a little bit away each month instead could save you from financial crisis.
In Memory of Dr. Saeedpour Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 3:41PMDr. VERA BEAUDIN SAEEDPOUR, whom we now dearly know as Vera Saeedpour, passed away on May the 30th May 30 would be indeed a sad day for the Kurds everywhere, particularly in diaspora, as we gather to remember one of the greatest figures in the true history and representation of Kurds in the Western hemisphere..
Is urban air pollution in China rising? Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 3:38PMReports show that air pollution might be growing in China's cities. But could pollution actually drop off as the country continues to develop?
Recession widened jobs gap between blacks and whites Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 12:50PMRecession widened jobs gap between blacks and whites By Mark Trumbull, Christian Science Monitor | Thursday, July 29, 2010 As the United States struggles to dig out from a "great recession," blacks and Hispanics are more than three times as likely as whites to live below poverty, according to a new report.
A broadcast news legend dies Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:38PMDaniel Schorr died today at 93.
How the sports business has coped during the recession Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:29PMAt the corporate level teams have endured significant losses. Companies have reduced expenditures on luxury suites, corporate sponsorships and season tickets.
Alleged poisoning backs WikiLeaks report Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:26PMWASHINGTON, July 28 (UPI) -- A key U.S. adviser tells The Christian Science Monitor he was almost poisoned in Afghanistan in 2007. United States - Wikileaks - Christian Science Monitor - Afghanistan - Warfare and Conflict
Mortgage rates increase, but remain low Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:14AMDespite still low interest rates, the purchase application volume for homes is near the lowest level seen in well over a decade.
How innovative financing will increase demand for electric cars Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:14AMLeasing options with low monthly payments could convince car buyers to invest in electric cars, even though the initial investment is high.
In defense of the CLASS Act Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 9:29AMCLASS could be a step toward responsible reform in the way we pay for long-term care in the US; providing care for 10 million Americans and saving the government billions.
At Summit, AU Leaders Discuss Funding Challenges For Maternal, Child Health Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 9:24AMAfrican leaders focused on the theme of the 15th African Union (AU) Summit on Sunday: maternal and infant mortality on the continent, PANA/Afrique en ligne reports (7/26). Leaders expressed concern that women continue to face health challenges that are easily treatable, according to Daily Nation/allAfrica.com. "All leaders and participants agreed that there was more political will in Africa ...
Should the Fed pump even more? Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:23AMGovernments are obsessing about inflation when the real threat is deflation, preaching the need for belt-tightening when the real problem is inadequate spending
WikiLeaks fallout: US, UK, India criticize Pakistan as terror haven Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:59AMWikiLeaks has unleashed a barrage of criticism against Pakistan's spy agency, with the United States and Britain now joining India in calling for Islamabad to break all ties with the Taliban and terrorist groups. Pakistan continues to dismiss WikiLeaks.
Were EU bank stress tests too weak? Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 3:08PMIn time, it will become clearer whether these stress tests bring financial stability or whether, as appears more likely, the market discounts them.
Lessons from my worst money blunders: financial planning and starting a family Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 2:59PMPlanning for the many unexpected costs of having a child is crucial to starting a family on solid financial ground.
Why tort reform is necessary for economic recovery Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 2:29PMA new study finds that small businesses are the most impacted by liability costs. This growing cost will hinder small business during the recovery.
What The Critics Said Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 1:43PMAll critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review.
Recovery Apartheid: as corporate America profits, small business suffers Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 12:14PMHealth care hikes, higher taxes and lack of access to liquidity and capital markets are keeping most American business owners on the outside of the recovery looking in.
Despite profits, US corporations won't hire American workers Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 11:38AMBig American companies may never rehire large numbers of workers. And they won’t even begin to think about hiring until they know American consumers will buy their products.
Loch Ness Monster Sightings Surveyed Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 9:26AM(CANVAS STAFF REPORTS) - Is there a prehistoric monster lurking in the depths of Scotland's Loch Ness? It is a question that's been asked for centuries and debated as sightings span from 565 A.D. through 2009.
Afghanistan not surprised by Pak support for Taliban Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 2:18AMKabul/Washington, July 27 : Afghan leaders and citizens are not surprised by the Taliban-Pakistani connection made in the Afghan war reports released by the web site WikiLeaks.org.
Gov. Pawlenty slams GM, Chrysler bailouts Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 11:52PMWashington -- Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty criticized the decision to use the $700 billion rescue fund to restructure two domestic automakers.
Protests planned if Arizona illegal immigration law takes effect Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 10:40PMThe Starting Point is a preview of the stories we expect to cover today and a snapshot of the news that occurred overnight.
Canada makes census voluntary. Geek statisticians revolt. Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 9:58PMCanada's move to make its census voluntary will make it tough to get an accurate picture of the population.
Pawlenty knocks Obama at D.C. event Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 8:06PMBack from trip to war zones, the governor blasted the president on Afghanistan, the economy and more.
Rep. McMahon’s opponent warns congressman of physical danger Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 7:12PMRep. Mike McMahon (D-N.Y.) would have been in physical danger had he voted for the healthcare reform bill, according to Michael Grimm, one of Read more...
HUFFPOST HILL - JULY 26TH, 2010 Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 5:44PMWhat's Your Reaction? With campaign season underway, pols of all stripes are ratcheting up the posturing, self-promotion and equivocation...oh lord the equivocation. Zach Wamp says he doesn't want to secede from the union, despite implying last week that some states may do just that.
Scott Hollifield: Monkey see, monkey do what now? Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 4:55PMWhat makes Roberto Cabrera nervous?
Pawlenty lunches with lobbyists Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 3:51PMHe raises cash at a downtown law firm.
The ghost in the iPad. Why tech becomes us Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 6:59AMFrom iron tools to iPads, technology changes way we think and interact. And that's the way it always is.
US-S. Korea conducts joint military drill amid war threats from N. Korea Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 5:23AMWashington, July 26 : The United States and South Korea began their largest joint war games in years in the Sea of Japan on Sunday with a flotilla of 20 ships belonging to both the countries conducting their first of four days of military exercises while North Korea threatened to retaliate and reportedly put its military on alert for war.
Best bets: Steve Carell goes to 'Dinner' Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:42PMThe hapless boss from "The Office" plays another dolt in "Dinner for Schmucks." Plus: Shark Week bares its teeth; Jude Law's "Repo Men" comes to DVD.
Boca plumber claims credit for cap that plugged oil leak in Gulf Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:13PMBoca plumber claims credit for cap that plugged oil leak in Gulf
San Diego Padres' stadium report: $5 return for every $1 invested. Really? Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 8:08AMA new report suggests that the Padres baseball stadium created $5 of value for every $1 in public investment.
Boca plumber claims credit for cap that plugged oil leak Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:25PMWhile thousands labored for months to quell the gusher spewing oil into the Gulf, there's one unsung hero who claims he designed the cap that finally stanched the flow:
Boca plumber claims credit for cap that plugged Gulf oil leak Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:25PMWhile thousands labored for months to quell the gusher spewing oil into the Gulf, there's one unsung hero who claims he designed the cap.
Indiana Pacers nab $30 million in stadium subsidies Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 9:43PMIndiana paid the Pacers to keep the team in the state. But what does the state gain?
Alaska House gallery keeps the dream of Claire Fejes alive Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 8:14PMNews came in mid-July that New York's Alaska House , a high-end showcase of Alaska Native art, was closing. But the other Alaska House -- the one actually in Alaska, the original -- is still open.
Journalism Pioneer Daniel Schorr Dies at 93 Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 3:51PMVeteran broadcast journalist Daniel Schorr died at a Washington hospital Friday morning, according to National Public Radio. Schorr was 93.
U.S. Tries To Calm Iraqis Over Hazardous Waste Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 3:48PMAmerican commanders in Iraq are working to demonstrate that they are clearing the country of tens of millions of pounds of U.S.-made hazardous waste in an effort to rebut claims that U.S. troops are leaving behind a toxic legacy as they withdraw.
Seven of 91 EU banks fail in stress tests Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:23PMBy not including the sovereign debt that the banks hold, are the EU stress tests credible?
Geithner defends auto bailout, says losses could fall Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 9:23PMTreasury Secretary Timothy Geithner defended the government's $85B auto industry bailout, saying the auto industry will perform "much better than anyone expected."
Economic recovery takes a break. Bernanke uncertain. Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 9:13PMFed's Bernanke promises to do what it takes to ensure recovery continues.