What's it like being cut? A QB tells his story Sep 9, 2009
We met when I joined the Broncos as a placekicker in training camp a few summers ago to write a book about the NFL. I've stayed at Nate's house in Denver (in a comfy guest room) and he's stayed at mine in Washington, D.C. (on an air mattress in the attic). We attended the Obama inauguration together. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Health care fearmongers are shameful Sep 4, 2009
(older than 14 days). Article rated a 5 by 4 users. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Ference defends union action Sep 3, 2009
WILMINGTON - As a father of two, a player rehabbing from offseason groin surgery, a guest speaker at Canada s New Democratic Party convention, and a defenseman entering the final season of his contract, Andrew Ference had other things to do this summer aside from delving into the dirty areas of the NHL Players Association. But after player concerns with executive director Paul Kelly were raised during the NHLPA s June meetings in Las Vegas, Ference, the Bruins union representative, was appointed... (Boston Globe)
What is an American car? Aug 29, 2009
By Jack Briggs, guest columnist. What is an American car. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Woman helped model-killer Aug 25, 2009
The broadcaster said he never saw the woman again, but another guest told CBC she left after 20 minutes. Police did not confirm these allegations. (iAfrica.com)
Koreas Talk Amid Funeral for Unity Leader Aug 24, 2009
This file photo taken in June 2000 shows Kim Dae Jung, left, then South Korea's president, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Il raising their hands together before signing a joint declaration at the Hundred Flower State Guest House in Pyongyang. (AP Photo/Yonhap, File). (CBS News -- World)
Radisson reports unauthorized access of guest records Aug 20, 2009
The hotel chain described the number of locations involved as limited, but said guests names and credit-card information could have been accessed ... Working with law enforcement and forensic investigators, we are conducting a thorough review of the potentially affected computer systems, and have implemented additional security measures designed to prevent a recurrence of such an attack and to protect guest privacy, Fredrik Korallus, Radisson s executive vice president and COO, said in a news... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Radisson reports data breach at some hotels Aug 20, 2009
NEW YORK: Radisson Hotels ts said on Wednesday computer systems at some of its hotels were hacked into over the course of seven months, possibly revealing guest information including names and credit-card numbers. Radisson said the forensic investigation was ongoing and it could not provide "an accurate estimate of the number of potentially exposed records at this time." The hotel said the accessed data may have included guest names and credit or debit card numbers and their expiration date ...... (India Times)
Radisson: Guest records accessed Aug 20, 2009
Radisson reports unauthorized access of guest records - The Business Journal of Milwaukee ... Radisson reports unauthorized access of guest records ... The hotel chain described the number of locations involved as limited, but said guests names and credit-card information could have been accessed. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Flamingos are whatever color Obama says they are Aug 18, 2009
chester11 wrote on Aug 16, 2009 10:34 AM:" Remind me again, Clayson, why we should put our trust in any conservative talking points. Watch this video of Sean Hannity from last Sep, 2008. Insult, demean, and harass a very respectful guest who is saying the U.S. economy is in trouble. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmcupSmgrawAnd before any right winger indignantly says "well, I don't watch Sean Hannity ... Insult, demean, and harass a very respectful guest who is saying the U.S. economy is in... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Huckabee reemerges – in Israeli settlements Aug 18, 2009
Mr. Huckabee, who may well have designs on another presidential run, is in Israel as the guest of The Jerusalem Reclamation Project, run by the settler group Ateret Cohenim. Under the project, the group buys real estate both land and existing buildings in Arab areas of Jerusalem where Palestinians hope to make the capital of their future state. (Christian Science Monitor)
SARS Epidemic 2002 to 2003 Aug 16, 2009
The other hotel guests in Hong Kong did not know they had come into contact with the virus and traveled on to other countries. One former hotel guest, a businessman, was admitted to hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam with pneumonia-like symptoms. (Suite101.com)
Human foot found in western NY recycling plant Aug 5, 2009
With construction and operations designed to attain LEED Gold certification, the sleekly contemporary hotel features 146 technologically-advanced guest rooms, a 13,000 square-foot penthouse Wellness Center with Aqua Lounge and saline-treated swimming pool, street-side BLT Steak restaurant, and more than 12,000 square-feet of meeting and conference space. Environmentally-focused features of The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte include. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
LETTER: Time for reform in health care system Aug 3, 2009
Five days later, Ross was the guest of honor at a special "health-care industry reception," one of at least seven fundraisers for the Arkansas lawmaker held by health-care companies or their lobbyists this year, according to publicly available invitations. The best government money can buy. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Entertainment Spotlight on Grant Griffin (1) Aug 2, 2009
A lyric baritone, he became the star performer for Casino de Paris at the Dunes Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas during the 70s and, most recently, Griffin was a guest on the Discovery Channel s episode of Inside Las Vegas ... What followed were several guest appearances on the Johnny Carson Show, The Merv Griffin Show and the Joey Bishop Show. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Daily TV guide Aug 1, 2009
RADIO HIGHLIGHTS Guest Mix 7 a.m. WUMB-FM (91. 9) Michelle Shocked plays songs that have influenced her life and music. (Boston Globe)
Couch surfing Jul 31, 2009
There are also reviews filed for each family, both host and guest. According to the site, the idea started with Casey Fenton, who got a cheap ticket to Iceland for a long weekend. (Littleton Independent, MA)
New Orleans hotel reopens 4 years after Katrina Jul 30, 2009
But Katrina left 10 feet of water in the Roosevelt's basement, destroying mechanical equipment, while wind-driven rain inundated most guest floors ... It was during the hotel's grandest era that Long, the governor of Louisiana from 1928 to 1932 and as a U.S. senator from 1932 to 1935, was a regular guest. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Health care legislation is dishonest Jul 30, 2009
cross1242 wrote on Jul 26, 2009 2:59 PM:" For a change of pace, Prof. Clayson said something this week with which I like. He said:Conservatives, progressives and liberals are entirely united in the belief that government-controlled health care is a fundamental issue that goes to the core of what type of people we are and who we hope to be.I completely agree.The problem is that the conservatives answer the question what type of people we are and who we hope to be is that we are... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Then & Now: Andy McGaffigan Jul 28, 2009
38 ERA. McGaffigan is our latest guest in this edition of Then. Royals Corner: You attended Twin Lakes High School in West Palm Beach, Florida, before enrolling at Palm Beach J.C. for your first two years of college and then Florida Southern University for your last two. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Reba rocks Wind Creek Casino amphitheater Jul 25, 2009
Tim Ramer, director of guest services for PCI Gaming, said the casino could not have been happier with the staging of the first concert at the amphitheater. Production wise it was flawless, he said. (Atmore Advance, AL)
OBAMA: THE BLUE PILL, THE RED PILL... Jul 24, 2009
Take the red pill, Mr. President. By: Commentary Staff Writer 07/23/09 6:56 AM EDT. (The Drudge Report)
Westin, W hotels open in N.J. with view of NYC Jul 23, 2009
APA guestroom at the W Hoboken Hotel in Hoboken, N.J., looks across the Hudson River to New York City ... "So, maybe offer free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free water, free upgrade, free whatever and keep the rate intact and communicate those special offerings that the guest would have to pay for in other hotels," he said ... The Westin is for the more conservative traveler, with 429 guest rooms, including 14 one- or two-bedroom suites, a Presidential suite, and ample banquet and meeting space,... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Pentagon IDs Soldier Held by Taliban Jul 20, 2009
" Does the current issue meet that definition. It certainly does. So your above logic falls apart on claiming that Congress didn't declare war and therefore he is not covered. Now, if you were to say that the taliban had not signed the Geneva Conventions and therefore wasn't obligated to its terms, you might have a point. But let's not compare waterboarding, a technique which leaves the victim alive and well, with past Taliban and Al Qaeda (which grew out of OBL's being a guest of the Taliban)... (CBS News)
Hillary to India: Don't Err on Climate Jul 19, 2009
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton signs a memorial guest book at the Taj Mahal hotel in Mumbai, India, Saturday, July 18, 2009. Clinton attended a ceremony commemorating the victims of the November 2008 terror attack which killed 166 and raised tensions between nuclear rivals India and Pakistan. (CBS News)
Season in the Sun: Family Travelers Rule in the Summertime Jul 16, 2009
Guests will get overnight accommodations, customized for any size family, as well as a guided hike, family picnic lunch and half-day bike rentals for the entire family -- even the littlest can ride in the back on baby seats ... The historic and gloriously refurbished destination in the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania has eight natural mineral springs and 2,200 acres of beauty to engage guests of every age ... This summer, the package keeps everybody happy with 20% savings for... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Speak out: More government involvement on unemployment? Jul 16, 2009
We then offer one-on-one resume review, workshops and guest speakers. Our next meeting is Monday, July 27th starting at 5:55 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Merchant, Team USA Wins Gold at 2009 World University Games Jul 16, 2009
When we left the restaurant, they had a guest book signed by all the celebs/politicians that had been there. The owner showed us the page where George Bush Sr. signed it in 1983. (Msuspartans.com)
Kauai opens doors to international youth group Jul 12, 2009
Published: Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:09 AM HST NAWILIWILI Two dozen youth representing 17 different countries from around the world converged at the Niumalu pavilion, guests of the five Lions Clubs on Kaua i. ... Bond said her guest was not related to a Lion, but her sister participated in an earlier program and she was chosen ... George Costa of the county s Office of Economic Development, representing Kaua i Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr., extended the island s welcome to the visiting guests. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Chinese President Hu Jintao held talks with Italian President Giorgio Napolitano on Monday, calling for a boost to ties between the two countries.• Hu meets Italian prime minister on bilateral ties Jul 7, 2009
At the outreach session, leaders of the G8 nations as well as China, India, Brazil, South Africa and Mexico, and Egypt, a special guest of the Italian president, will discuss a number of pressing issues including the world economy, the financial crisis, and international trade. This will be the sixth time that the Chinese president has attended the G8 outreach session. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fashion/Shopping Blog Jul 5, 2009
Continuing in a tradition established by the non-for-profit fair trade organization The Emancipation Network, this party will celebrate the strength of the human spirit while it informs guests about what fair trade is, why it is important, and how both consumers and producers benefit from fair trade practices. With locally made refreshments, the evening should be one of enlightenment, fun, and empowerment. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Hilton HHonors® Presents Summer Concert Giveaway Jun 26, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--, one of the worlds premiere guest loyalty programs is providing members with access to complimentary concert tickets at select amphitheaters and clubs throughout the United States ... Hilton HHonors is an esteemed guest reward program that gives frequent travelers a fast way to earn the rewards they want most ... It is the only guest reward program to offer Points and No Blackout Dates with no capacity controls at more than 3,300 hotels. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
NDC-USA Elects New Leadership Jun 23, 2009
The arrival of the Guest of Honor, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Deputy Minister for Information, sent the packed hall into a carnival celebration and dancing to NDC music. The Deputy Minister, lived up to his growing reputation as a whiz-kid of information, with his in-depth knowledge of current issues the government of Ghana is grappling with. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sunstone Hospitality Management Named Manager of Riverside, Calif. Marriott Hotel by New Owner, Pinnacle Hotels USA Jun 23, 2009
"The property is in excellent condition, ranks very high in guest satisfaction ratings and is well positioned within the market. We are confident that we are capable of delivering the results for Pinnacle Hotels that other owners have come to expect of SHM.". "The condition of this asset, its superb Southern California location and the affiliation with a top-tier brand were compelling reasons to pursue this excellent opportunity," said Dr. Barry Lall, CEO of Pinnacle Hotels USA. "We've acquired... (PR Newswire)
Bachelorette Says Bye to Robby, Jak... Jun 23, 2009
Bachelorette Says Bye to Robby, Jake, Tanner P.. Bachelorette Says Bye to Robby, Jake, Tanner P.. (Suite101.com)
SiteCoach Censors Campaign for Liberty Jun 16, 2009
I suspect that the filters are deliberately overprotective, so that the hotel (almost) never has to explain to another guest why the person using a public terminal is viewing offensive conduct. on Said. (The American Conservative)
Then & Now: Jim York Jun 16, 2009
Jim York is our latest guest in this edition of Then. RC: Thanks for taking a trip down memory lane with us. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Summer Blockbuster - Land of the Lost with Will Ferrell - Featured in Weekend Vacation Promotion from Marriott(R) and JW Marriott(R) Hotels Jun 6, 2009
Beginning today, guests can receive four free movie tickets to Universal Pictures' comedy-adventure Land of the Lost starring Will Ferrell, or any other movie of their choice this summer, at participating theaters, when they book a weekend vacation getaway (Thursday - Sunday) at participating Marriott and JW Marriott hotels in the U.S. and Canada. Guests must book by September 7 for weekend vacation getaways that occur now through September 7 ... In addition, all guests who book this promotion... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
America's hidden travel gems Jun 4, 2009
com; Michelle Finkelstein, vice president of sales for the New York-based travel agency Our Personal Guest; Peter Nicas, chief executive of ProfessionalTravelGuide. com, and Cindy Sheaffer, editorial director of ProfessionalTravelGuide. (MSNBC -- Travel)
/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - The Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal and its team of international trade experts, the World Trade Centre Montréal, welcome Simon Galpin, Director General of Investment Promotion for Invest Hong Kong/ Jun 2, 2009
Hong Kong, a strategic position offering easy entry into the Asian market MONTREAL, June 1 /CNW Telbec/ - The Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal and its team of international trade experts, the World Trade Centre Montr;al, invite the media to attend a breakfast meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at 7:30 a.m. Simon Galpin, Director General of Investment Promotion for Invest Hong Kong, will be our guest speaker. Mr. Galpin will present the latest information about Hong Kong's economy and that... (Canada Newswire)
The search is on for Canada's next musical sensation Jun 2, 2009
The grand prize is roundtrip transportation to a city in Canada including hotel and accommodation for the winner and a guest as well as the chance to open a performance for award winning, Juno nominee, singer songwriter, Terry Kelly. For more information about the live finale visit. (Canada Newswire)
L'Astral Revolving Restaurant Revie... Jun 1, 2009
L'Astral Revolving Restaurant Review. L'Astral Revolving Restaurant Review. (Suite101.com)
Canada Day Events in Ottawa May 31, 2009
Set against Canada s most iconic buildings, a noon-time show livens up Parliament Hill with music, a flypast by Canada s Snowbirds, and honored guests such as the Prime Minister and Governor General. Performers at the 2009 Canada Day celebration include Sarah McLachlan, Shane Yellowbird, Cirque Fantastic Concept, and DRUM. (Suite101.com)
4th Sporting News Grill Opens: A Unique Denver Area Sports Bar and Restaurant May 31, 2009
Unique "plasma trees" constructed using high-quality plasma screen televisions are surrounded by a perimeter of tables and chairs, providing guests with an unobstructed view of the action from any angle ... Design touches like hardwood-style flooring, solid wood tables and unique circular booth seating are intended to elevate the overall experience for guests ... "As a full-service hotel, we promise to provide our guests with everything they need to relax and enjoy their stay from beginning to... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Just when you think you've seen it all on Cape Cod ... May 31, 2009
There's little doubt that on Cape Cod, where thousands return annually to air out their summer cottages or book the same two weeks at the same guest house, familiarity breeds content. But even here, change can be good. (Boston Globe)
Vancouver Shore Excursions on Alask... May 30, 2009
Booking Shore Excursions with a Cruise Line Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises both offer an eight hour tour that features a 75-mile guided 4x4 SUV drive to Whistler, BC. This tour is only available to guests with flights departing Vancouver Airport after 7 p.m. The excursion includes a drive through Stanley Park, a stop at Shannon Falls, a wilderness gourmet lunch and a walk through the world-class ski resort of Whistler. On the way back to Vancouver Airport, the tour stops at Cypress... (Suite101.com)
Loews Le Concorde Hotel Review May 27, 2009
A favorite pied-;-terre for businessmen, families and those in search of central lodgings with numerous perks, the lavish hotel has also hosted an array of guests from former presidents of the United States to pop stars in town for concerts ... Within a few minutes walking, guests can easily discover the cobble-stoned streets of Old Quebec, admire the remaining city walls, visit the Chateau Frontenac or partake in a day of shopping on Rue St Jean. (Suite101.com)
Illegal Drug Labs and Environmental... May 27, 2009
Illegal Drug Labs and Environmental Damage. Illegal Drug Labs and Environmental Damage. (Suite101.com)
The Best Richmond Hotels in BC, Can... May 19, 2009
Named after a long time guest, this restaurant is good for both seniors out for Sunday brunch and 20-somethings watching the game. Somehow a sense of the old community still lives on in this new version of the hotel. (Suite101.com)
Carly Weeks reports">'You're seeing the future' May 18, 2009
" Istanbul was once called the Paris of the East. Today, it's a melting post of Western style and Eastern tradition. (Faith Saribas/Reuters) Internet Links True, only part of Istanbul actually resides in Europe, the rest in Asia. And though it has been anointed the European Cultural Capital for 2010, Turkey is not a member of the European Union. In fact, its bid for official status has added to political unrest in old Byzantium: Last July, two explosions killed 17 people and injured more than... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark and Hilton St. Louis Airport Play Starring Role in George Clooney's Movie "Up in the Air" May 18, 2009
" From Jason Reitman, the Oscar nominated director of "Juno," comes a comedy called "Up in the Air" starring Oscar winner George Clooney who plays an unapologetic corporate downsizer whose untethered life is consumed by collecting air miles. "Up in the Air" will feature both Hilton properties. Hilton's guest loyalty program, Hilton HHonors, will also play a role as the main character collects frequent flyer traveler points. Marriott Streamlines its Newspaper Delivery Program at Hotels... (Saint Louis Front Page)
Traveling With Dogs May 17, 2009
Planning Travel Club Dog Friendly Vacation Packages. DogTravel Company makes arrangements for individuals or groups who don't want to board their dogs or put them in cargo. (Suite101.com)
Getting Around Pittsburgh Internati... May 14, 2009
Getting Around Pittsburgh International Airport. Getting Around Pittsburgh International Airport. (Suite101.com)
Halifax Tall Ships Contest Offers the Opportunity to Experience the Tall Ships Festival in July May 14, 2009
Those who live closer to the action won't be left out - a lucky winner from the Maritime Provinces and their guest will have a truly unique Halifax bed and breakfast experience aboard the Tall Ship Caledonia, docked alongside the Halifax boardwalk, with two night accommodation in a private cabin and breakfast, as well as dinner, and a Tall Ships Festival package. For more information on Halifax vacations or the Tall Ships festival, visit. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Hong Kong confirms second case of H1N1 flu May 14, 2009
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Three Summer 2009 Hotel Discount Pr... May 13, 2009
These hotel chains offer a wide variety of brand names and locations around the world, allowing the guest to easily partake of the deals and save money ... Members of the Marriott Rewards guest loyalty program can take advantage of a summer promotion that offers a free night after only three stays ... First, the guest needs to register between May 12 and June 30, 2009, via the or by phone at 888. (Suite101.com)
China scrambles to quarantine passengers May 12, 2009
Officials said the country would not participate in a Shanghai trade fair May 19 to 21 as planned because China had withdrawn Mexico's guest of honour status. Thirty Mexican companies had been scheduled to take part. (Globe and Mail)
Wash. Man Is Third U.S. H1N1 Death May 10, 2009
The Chinese territory quarantined more than 200 people in a hotel after confirming its first case in a guest a week ago. They were released on Friday, and many were unable to contain their delight as they poured from the building for the first time in seven days. (CBS News)
Canada's first swine flu death, US cases double May 9, 2009
Guests and staff from the Metropark Hotel leave the building having been quarantined for seven days over fears of swine flu ... In Hong Kong, still haunted by memories of the 2003 SARS epidemic that killed nearly 300 people there, more than 280 guests and staff were finally allowed to leave a hotel after spending a week in quarantine ... The Mexican guest who tested positive for swine flu and had stayed at the hotel was also released from hospital Friday. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Expert Warns Of Swine Flu-Bird Flu Mix May 9, 2009
Hong Kong on Friday lifted its weeklong quarantine on a downtown hotel where a Mexican swine flu patient stayed, releasing some 280 guests and employees who had been isolated in the building ... (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)With luggage in tow, guests cheered and waved to waiting reporters as they walked out of the Metropark Hotel in the Wan Chai bar and office district Friday ... Another guest, Indian businessman Kevin Ireland, told The Associated Press he plans to check into another hotel and go out... (CBS News)
• Events calendar May 8, 2009
College of Southern Idaho Jazz Ensemble Concert, 7:30 p.m. at CSI's Fine Arts Center auditorium, 315 Falls Ave. W. Directed by Paul Pugh, the full big band will perform, among other things, Sammy Nestico's "The Heat's On," written for the Count Basie band; "My One and Only Love," featuring the trombone section; "Like Someone in Love," a great swing tune; "That Old Black Magic," a Frank Sinatra hit featuring Jazz Ensemble assistant director Gene Conley on the vocal; and "All of Me," a Count Basie... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Entertainment Spotlight on Grant Griffin (22) May 8, 2009
A lyric baritone, he became the star performer for Casino de Paris at the Dunes Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas during the 70s and, most recently, Griffin was a guest on the Discovery Channel s episode of Inside Las Vegas ... What followed were several guest appearances on the Johnny Carson Show, The Merv Griffin Show and the Joey Bishop Show. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Oaks Star Rachel Alexandra To Be Br... May 7, 2009
Oaks Star Rachel Alexandra To Be Bred to Curlin. Oaks Star Rachel Alexandra To Be Bred to Curlin. (Suite101.com)
Movie Review: NFB's Paris 1919 May 6, 2009
Margaret MacMillan Book Is National Film Board of Canada Docudrama. The NFB's docudrama Paris 1919, based on Margaret MacMillan's book, is a gripping study of six months that changed the world. (Suite101.com)
Needham Briefs (May 7) May 6, 2009
For those not sure about purchasing a season pass, daily admission rates and guest pass booklets are available with receipts that, if saved, can be turned in towards the purchase of a season pass ... Nonmember residents may bring a guest on Residents Days. (Needham Tab, MA)
