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Monday, February 8, 2010
Gates Hopes Iran Sanctions Will Avoid Military Action
Secretary Gates is working with allies Thurs develop an effective sanctions regime targeting Iran's government, while having minimal impact on its people. U.S. Officials Say They Hope to bring a resolution to the UN Security Council this month, while France holds the rotating presidency.
Gates says Iran has not responded constructively Thurs President Barack Obama's unprecedented and long effort to start a dialogue on its nuclear program. But asked Whether he is concerned, Israel might launch an air strike on Iran's nuclear has facilities now that the Iranian president has ordered the resumption of uranium enrichment, the secretary said he believes there is still a chance for sanctions and other forms of diplomatic pressure to work.
"Everybody's interest is in seeing this issue resolved without a resort Thurs conflict," he said. "The key is persuading the Iranian leaders that their long-term best interests are best served by not having nuclear weapons, as opposed to having them. And so I think that an approach along these lines, as long as the international community is pressing F vigorously to resolve this problem, "My hope is we will then be Able Thurs keep this in economic and diplomatic channels."Read More Story,http://www1.voanews.com/english/news/politics/Gates-Hopes-Iran-Sanctions-Will-Avoid-Military-Action-83811992.html
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CFB Trenton Commander Faces 2 Homicide Charges
Col. Russell Williams, 46, was also charged Monday in connection with sexual assault in two home Invasions in the Tweed area, Det. Insp. Chris Nicholas said at a news conference today in Belleville.
The charges came "due to a singularity in those incidents," Nicholas said. "We linked those crimes to a single suspect."
Jessica Lloyd 27, Jan Vanished. 28 and police on Monday that her body had been found. A second woman, Cpl. Marie France Comeau of the 435th Squadron, Trenton, was found dead in her home in Brighton on Nov. 25, 2009,Read More Story,http://www.thestar.com/news/ontario/article/762152--cfb-trenton-commander-faces-2-homicide-charges
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Australia's Richest Man Gambles On China
But so far those fears have been outweighed by the potential upside of developing China First. The mine project, in central Queensland's Galilee Basin, is expected Thurs bring scores of jobs Thurs rural Australia and Likely would remain undeveloped without Chinese capital.
The project faces significant logistical Hurdles, however. The coal deposit is located 490 kilometers inland, and analysts have said the cost of building a network railway to transport the coal to a port is Queensland's north eastern coast will make profit margins tighter than at other Australian coal mines.
RBS analyst Tom Sartor Morgans in Brisbane First said China requires such major infrastructure and capital outlays that it can not support the U.S. $ 3 billion Mr. Palmer is seeking in the Resource House offering, despite the backing of China. Mr. Palmer acquired the assets in China First a deal Thurs Takeover Brisbane-based Waratah Coal last year that valued the assets at less than U.S. $ 100 million, Mr. Sartor noted.Read More Story,http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704197104575050730955776738.html?mod=googlenews_wsj Read more...
Hamas Rejects Palestinian Authority Call For July Elections
Hamas and Fatah have been in a state of open Hostility since 2007, when the Islamists group seized control of the Gaza Strip.
Legislative and presidential elections in January called by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, the leader of Fatah, were canceled due to a ban by Hamas participation in the Gaza Strip.
An Egyptian plan aimed at ending the Palestinian division set legislative and presidential elections for June. Fatah leader Abbas, who is supported by Cairo, signed the document.
Hamas has refused to, citing the index.
The Palestinians last held local elections in 2005, shortly before a legislative election in Which Hamas defeated Fatah - an outcome Which ultimately led to the deep Palestinian National Division.Read More Story,http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/1148368.html
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Space Shuttle Endeavour Blasts Off
Dr Patrick, 45, a father-of-three, will circle the earth at 17.500 mph and perform three space walks is a grueling his 13-day mission to the International Space Station, where they will help to fit a new module to the existing structure .
"The space station is as big as it's ever been, and we'll make it bigger," he said before taking off. "It's a great place to live and work."
After being fascinated by the Apollo Moon Landings Dr Patrick left England Thurs Pursue A Career in Aviation and Aerospace, and became a U.S. citizen in 1994.
They worked as an engineer for General Electric and Boeing before being selected as an astronaut by Nasa in 1998. They previously Flew to the space station in 2006.Read More Story,http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/space/7190158/Space-shuttle-Endeavour-blasts-off.html
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Sue Newspaper For Libel
A statement from Schillings Lawyers also noted that Sorrell Trope, identified by some publications as a divorce lawyer advising Pitt and Jolie, had never met them.
"I have had no contact from ... Angelina Jolie and / or Brad Pitt," Trope said in a letter quoted in the statement.
"I have never met ... or your clients had any involvement with either of them. The foregoing is true with respect to all other members of this firm."
The action comes following the publication by the News of the World of allegations that Jolie and / or Pitt had visited a divorce lawyer in December, and that an agreement had been reached between them regarding custody of their children and the dividing of their joint assets of £ 205m.
The newspaper added that the agreement had been signed last month and that the separation would occur imminently.
A spokesperson for the News Of The World was unable to comment at the time of writing.
Pitt and Jolie, who are not married, have six children.
They made a rare public appearance on Sunday night's Super Bowl, along with their Eldest son, Maddox.Read More Story,http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8505035.stm
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3 Simple Steps Can Cut Child Obesity
A New Study finds three household routines lower the risk of obesity in children: having family dinners, getting enough sleep and limiting TV time weekday.
Four-year-olds in homes that followed these practices had a nearly 40 percent lower prevalence of obesity than children who did none of these things.
Of course childhood obesity - a phenomenon Soaring in America - is ultimately fueled by poor diet and lack of exercise. But increasingly scientists have been Able Thurs road to other lifestyle factors Thurs weight gain.Read More Story,http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35297537/ns/health-kids_and_parenting/
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Jesse Malin Gets Us a Release Date
This time, the former D Generation and Heart Attack frontman enlists Don DiLego, drummer Randy Schrager, guitarist Matt Hogan and bassist / DJ Tommy U.S. to get the new group formed. Mali has also left the door open to keep anyone else who has something to add to the new band in the loop including Ryan Adams, Mandy Moore, Brian Fallon and former DG mates Howie Pyro and Danny Sage.
The new grouip begins a residency in NYC at Bowery Electric for four weeks beginning on Saturday,ReadMore Story,http://mog.com/badseed57/blog/1756050
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Santa Cruz County Stories, Papiba Godinho: Afro-Brazillian dance instructor, bandleader unites the Americas
Instead, he found camaraderie with New York musicians, including a Spanish-speaking saxophonist who Godinho invited to share the stage as a drummer and backup guitarist at shows throughout the Big Apple. It was his introduction to career that now spans nearly two decades - and shows no signs of stopping.
Godinho made his trans-continental move after a friend invited him to teach capoeira classes out of a studio in Santa Cruz. Compliant, Thurs intended he'd take a break from the dance while in America, he says they could not turn down the offers - capoeira is in his blood,Read More Story,http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/ci_14356107?source=most_emailed Read more...
Over 50 Years, Walk Of Fame Turned Hollywood Into DestinatioI
"The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an important anchor for Los Angeles and Hollywood," said Eliot Sekular, a spokesman for Universal Studios Hollywood, another top tourist stop in Los Angeles. "It establishes critical mass in Hollywood."
On Monday, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will begin the 50th Anniversary Celebration by Unveiling a star for former Beatle Ringo Starr in front of the Capitol Records building. Other events are planned throughout the year.
Among area attractions, the Walk of Fame draws more visitors than the Sunset Strip, Grauman's Chinese Theater, the Queen Mary and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, according to a 2003 survey by NFO Plog Research, the most recent study is a Hollywood tourist sites . The average out-of-town tourist who vacations in Hollywood spends about $ 1,500 Fri visit, according to the survey.Read More Story,http://www.popmatters.com/pm/article/120480-over-50-years-walk-of-fame-turned-hollywood-into-destination/
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Check Out the Red Pens!
Red Pens' sound has been described as Forceful and larger-than-life, and while comparisons can be made to the likes of Yo La Tengo, Sonic Youth, and My Bloody Valentine, it's clear that the band has established a vibe all its own . Made up of guitarist and lead vocalist Howard W. Hamilton III, formerly of The Busy Signals, and artist-turned-drummer Laura Bennett, Red Pens Creates an intense wall of sound that you would not expect to come from just two members.
With Reasons ", a gripping collection of twelve tracks full of heavy, distorted guitar work and powerful vocals Accompanied by propulsive drumming, Hamilton and Bennett showcase their exceptional creativity and prove that they possess raw talent and extreme passion.
Enthusiasm this band's intensity and also come through in their captivating live show, which is known for being unpredictable and full of contagious energy. Already having gained the attention of many local audiences, Red Pens will be bringing their exciting live performance to more listeners with their upcoming string of shows from Minneapolis.Read More Story,http://www.hotindienews.com/2010/02/08/1018554
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LIVING COLOUR Drummer To Guest On TARJA TURUNEN's New Solo Album - Feb. 8, 2010
Living Color bassist Doug Wimbish is a member of Tarja's touring band and will also appear is her forthcoming CD.
Turunen previously stated about "What Lies Beneath," "The process for my second album started back in June 2008. Among the first songs that my friends and I composed at that time, a character called Naiad was born. The story of fantasy gave Naiad for me the idea for the album title and for the whole album concept: "What Lies Beneath".
"It has been wonderful to Be Able Thurs brainstorm again and decide the direction the album is going to take. I hope that you will be surprised again by my work," Because that's the way I like it. "
Turunen will perform a special "Classic and Divine" rock opera show with a symphonic orchestra and choir is June 12, 2010 at the Miskolc International Opera Festival at at the Miskolc Ice Hall in Miskolc, Hungary. Tarja's two-hour set will include a selection of the best-loved songs from her "My Winter Storm" solo album, Classical gems, unpredictable rock covers, tracks from her career with Nightwish, and songs from her upcoming album, "What Lies Beneath ". She Will Be Accompanied by her own band, a symphonic orchestra and a choir,Read More Story,http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=134703
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Who Drummer Zak Starkey: Who Is He?
The GIG is a fitting one, considering that Moon was Starkey's Godfather and one of dad's best pals Ringo before the Who drummer's death in 1978. In fact, Starkey, Ringo's son from his first wife, Maureen Cox, received his first drum kit and lessons as a child from Moon, despite Ringo's desire that his son not follow in his rock-and-roll Footsteps.
Starkey began performing professional gigs in British pubs at age 12 with his band the Next and hooked up in 1985 Reunited with the Spencer Davis Group, lead by Steve Winwood, when he was still a teenager. In addition to touring with his dad's All Starr Band, Starkey performed with Daltrey in 1994 is the singer's Daltrey Sings Townshend tour, as well as performing is Entwistle's solo albums.Read More Story,http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1631463/20100208/who.jhtml
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