HBO’s ‘The Pacific’ is real deal for veterans of World War II – New York Daily News
March 14, 2010
HBO’s ‘The Pacific’ is real deal for veterans of World War II – New York Daily News
 CBC.ca |
HBO's 'The Pacific' is real deal for veterans of World War II
New York Daily News I have just seen Part 1 of "The Pacific," airing Sunday on HBO, and the words you see here will illustrate true feelings – nothing embroidered – just the raw, unpolished reaction, tinged with a little Marine Corps lingo. You might wonder if this first … Tom Hanks goes back to the battlefield as producer of HBO's 'The Pacific' TV Review: Everyone Should Watch Masterful 'The Pacific' Jonathan Storm Big, bloody, and bold |
White House Advisor: Israel Undermining Mideast Peace – Voice of America
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White House Advisor: Israel Undermining Mideast Peace
Voice of America Photo: AP A top White House official says Israel's plan to build more homes in disputed East Jerusalem appears to be a calculated effort to undermine the Middle East peace process. US presidential advisor David Axelrod said Sunday Israel's plan was an … Obama aide condemns 'destructive' Israeli homes plan Axelrod: Israeli move 'insulting' Israeli prime minister calls settlement dispute with US regrettable, hurtful |
Kandahar Governor Appeals for More Troops – Voice of America
 Telegraph.co.uk |
Kandahar Governor Appeals for More Troops
Voice of America Photo: AP The governor of Kandahar province in Afghanistan is appealing for troop reinforcements after a series of suicide attacks killed at least 35 people Saturday evening. Officials say Taliban militants detonated five large blasts in the city as … Kandahar blasts were warning to US and Nato – Taliban Taliban: Kandahar bombings a 'warning' to NATO Taliban say Kandahar blasts 'a warning to Western troops' |
Four Released in Ireland Terror Case – Wall Street Journal
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Four Released in Ireland Terror Case
Wall Street Journal By NEIL SHAH and VANESSA O'CONNELL WATERFORD, Ireland — Irish police said on Saturday evening they have released all three women who were among seven individuals arrested earlier this week in connection with an alleged plot to murder a Swedish … Jamie Paulin-Ramirez, busted in Ireland over plot to kill cartoonist, freed American Linked to Terror Plot Brainwashed 6-Year-Old Son, Family Says US woman held in Ireland over alleged plot to kill Muhammad artist |
3 people associated with US consulate killed in Mexico – CNN International
March 14, 2010
3 people associated with US consulate killed in Mexico – CNN International
 Times Online |
3 people associated with US consulate killed in Mexico
CNN International Mexican soldiers secure a site in Ciudad Juarez in September where two federal police officers were killed. (CNN) — Three people connected to the US consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, were killed in a drive-by shooting in the violent border city, … In Mexico, 13 killed in Acapulco area, 11 others elsewhere in Guerrero 24 killed in western Mexico; 11 in one shootout 13 Killed in Mexican Resort City |
White House Advisor: Israel Undermining Mideast Peace – Voice of America
ABC News |
White House Advisor: Israel Undermining Mideast Peace
Voice of America Photo: AP A top White House official says Israel's plan to build more homes in disputed East Jerusalem appears to be a calculated effort to undermine the Middle East peace process. US presidential advisor David Axelrod said Sunday Israel's plan was an … Obama aide condemns 'destructive' Israeli homes plan Axelrod: Israeli move 'insulting' Israeli prime minister calls settlement dispute with US regrettable, hurtful |
Four Released in Ireland Terror Case – Wall Street Journal
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Four Released in Ireland Terror Case
Wall Street Journal By NEIL SHAH and VANESSA O'CONNELL WATERFORD, Ireland — Irish police said on Saturday evening they have released all three women who were among seven individuals arrested earlier this week in connection with an alleged plot to murder a Swedish … Jamie Paulin-Ramirez, busted in Ireland over plot to kill cartoonist, freed American Linked to Terror Plot Brainwashed 6-Year-Old Son, Family Says US woman held in Ireland over alleged plot to kill Muhammad artist |
Obama’s education law overhaul to focus on college – The Associated Press
March 13, 2010
Obama’s education law overhaul to focus on college – The Associated Press
 The Hindu |
Obama's education law overhaul to focus on college
The Associated Press ATLANTA — The Obama administration unveiled its plan Saturday to radically change his predecessor's No Child Left Behind law in hopes of replacing an accountability system that in the last decade has tagged more than a third of schools as failing and … Obama's plan for education reform: short on specifics, so far Obama says he will push for education overhaul Obama Announces Education Program |
Iraq’s PM Leads in Critical Baghdad Vote Count – Voice of America
 The Guardian |
Iraq's PM Leads in Critical Baghdad Vote Count
Voice of America Early tallies in Iraq's parliamentary elections show Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's coalition leading in Baghdad, the country's biggest election prize. Baghdad accounts for 70 parliamentary seats, or more than one-fifth of the 325-member Council of … Iraq PM Maliki leads Baghdad, a big election prize Iraq's PM leads in early Baghdad vote count Maliki leads key Baghdad vote count |
AP Source: Colo. woman held in terror probe – The Associated Press
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AP Source: Colo. woman held in terror probe
The Associated Press DENVER — A Colorado woman has been detained in Ireland in connection with an alleged plot to assassinate a Swedish cartoonist whose sketch offended many Muslims, a US official said Saturday. Jamie Paulin-Ramirez, 31, was among seven people arrested in … For the Love of Islam Mom says daughter held in Ireland in terror plot Second US woman probed in plot to kill Swede: report |
Next-Generation — Alarm Clocks! – CBS News
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Next-Generation — Alarm Clocks!
CBS News (CBS) With Daylight Saving Time about to kick in and all of use in line for an hour's less sleep, "The Saturday Early Show" decided there's no better time to take a look at what's happening with alarm clocks. So, Men's Journal magazine Senior Editor … Time Change Arrives Early Sunday Morning Daylight Savings Time 2010 and DST Spring Forward Date and Time Daylight Saving Time: Move clocks forward one hour |
Was this a dodgy name suppression order?I’m no
March 12, 2010
Was this a dodgy name suppression order?
I’m no lawyer, but I think that the stated reasons from Judge Grant Fraser to grant permanent name suppression to the famous nameless sicko from Palmerston North, who downloaded about 30,000 pornographic images, are questionable.
Judge Fraser said he granted permanent name suppression to protect the man’s family, his mental state, his wife’s job and his ability to rehabilitate. I’m wondering if that was actually the case. Because the main stated reason appears to be because none of the offending images were of New Zealanders – or the judge was at least apparently told they weren’t.
Therefore publicity in my view is not required to flush out any potential offenders or to enable members of the community to keep themselves safe from you
But if these images were of New Zealanders, would that mean Fraser would have allowed his name to be published? If so, so much for his argument about the man’s family, his mental state, his wife’s job and his ability to rehabilitate. If not, so much for his argument to keep the community safe.
Crown prosecutor Ben Vanderkolk disagreed with Judge Fraser that name suppression was needed to protect the man’s family, saying the man’s children were well informed about the offending. He said this name suppression could be seen as protecting a person in a privileged position. Yet he refused to appeal the suppression order, citing among a few things, the fact that he had children, and that the court knew what the consequences of a conviction were.
[redacted after reading the judgement]
The man is undergoing therapy to treat his paraphilia. He didn’t just download 30,000 images – he transferred some to an external hard drive and distributed them through the Internet.
I’m wondering how well Vanderkolk knew the famous nameless man. And I’m wondering if this famous nameless man has seen his GP recently. I hear there has been a recent shortage in Palmerston North.
Like I said, I’m no lawyer, and have not read any court documents on this case, but would be keen to get any comment from lawyers or law students on the stated reasons for suppression as outlined above.
National is not going to raise GST- is it?
Before the election
National is not going to be raising GST. National wants to cut taxes, not raise taxes
After the election
The coded call for an increase to GST… was rejected by Mr English.“ We won’t be doing that… it is not our policy,” he said.
( Hattip Gobsmacked @ The standard
Yesterday
The Government is also carefully considering a modest increase in the rate of GST, to no more than 15 percent.We are acutely aware of the effect that a rise in GST could have on lower income families.
update: Today
I said I wouldn’t raise GST to cover deficits.
Problem was, that was not what he said.
Rooiigghhtt…
India and Russia Sign Development Pacts – New York Times
March 12, 2010
India and Russia Sign Development Pacts – New York Times
 Novinite.com |
India and Russia Sign Development Pacts
New York Times NEW DELHI — India and Russia signed a series of agreements on nuclear, space and military issues on Friday after a visit by Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. The agreements pave the way to build at least a dozen more Russian … Russia and India sign major military deals Russia, India May Join Forces to Explore the Moon, Putin Says Russia signs India nuclear deal |
Health end game hinges on House, Senate trust – msnbc.com
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Health end game hinges on House, Senate trust
msnbc.com For the next few weeks, Obama-brand "hope" may be taking a back seat to "trust." President Barack Obama's decision on Friday to delay an overseas trip came after reports that an impartial Senate umpire is likely to … Obama delays Asia trip to focus on health care Health care timeline still unclear Democrats pare differences over health overhaul |
Strong Earthquakes Rock Chile as Pinera Takes Office – Voice of America
March 11, 2010
Strong Earthquakes Rock Chile as Pinera Takes Office – Voice of America
 Reuters |
Strong Earthquakes Rock Chile as Pinera Takes Office
Voice of America Photo: AP Outgoing Chile's Pres. Michelle Bachelet (C) takes off the presidential sash as Chile's Pres. Sebastian Pinera (R) smiles during his swear-in ceremony in Valparaiso, 11 Mar 2010 Two strong earthquakes shook Chile Thursday as Sebastian Pinera … New Chile earthquake rattles presidential swearing-in Three strong earthquakes strike Chile in quick succession Chile Pinera says aftershocks damaged Rancagua |
Woman beaten in NYC bar after rejecting advances – Houston Chronicle
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Woman beaten in NYC bar after rejecting advances
Houston Chronicle By TOM HAYS AP Writer © 2010 The Associated Press NEW YORK — A stranger followed a woman into a New York City bar restroom after she rejected his advances early Thursday, savagely beat her in a toilet stall and perhaps even sexually assaulted her, … Woman beaten in NYC bar after rejecting advances Woman Beaten, Possibly Raped in Midtown Bar Woman beaten in NYC bar |
2010 Curling Calendar On Sale
March 9, 2010
The 2010 Capital One Curling Calendar is now on sale for $16.95 (before shipping and handling) and features such rock stars as Jennifer Jones, Kevin Martin, Brad Gushue, Stefanie Lawton, Team Kevin Koe, Scottish wonderkid Eve Muirhead, and more.
“It’s a great idea and it’s an honour to be included,” said Glenn Howard, one of sixteen Olympic hopefuls who are skipping teams at Edmonton’s Roar of the Rings Olympic Trials starting December 6.
Howard’s image, captured by Capital One Grand Slam of Curling photographer Anil Mungal, appears on the cover. His team also makes an appearance inside.
“This is great for curling fans and it provides excellent exposure in an Olympic year. Curling is booming these days.”
The 13-month wall calendar hangs 9.5” x 24” in wire-o-bound for a perfect finish, and is printed in brilliant colour on the same high-grade, glossy stock as the 2009 Women of Curling Calendar. Each calendar is also packed into a corrugated sleeve to prevent shipping damage.
The 2010 Capital One Curling Calendar is an all-ages, all-curling product and even includes event listings from far across the sport spectrum. Events both in Canada and around the world – even during the summer months – are included, making this a handy curling reference guide.
Net proceeds will be split equally between The Curling News and Shoot For A Cure Curling, the charitable campaign of the Canadian and American Spinal Research Organizations, which aims to cure spinal injuries and paralysis and boost awareness of wheelchair curling, an official 2010 Paralympic sport.
Click here to order your 2010 Capital One Curling Calendar… just in time for the holiday season!
Fish Don’t Protect Against Heart Attacks
March 9, 2010
Fish Don’t Protect Against Heart Attacks
Fish Don’t Protect Against Heart Attacks: Study
Intake of very long chain n-3 fatty acids from fis…[Eur J Heart Fail. 2009] –
In this study the author’s claim no protection against heart attacks from eating fish. (Full text)
In a previous study it’s claimed fish do have a protective effect on Atrial fibrillation although it differentiates between tuna, broiled or baked fish and fried fish or ‘fish burgers’.
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/110/4/368?etoc
It seems thus the key to confusion is the fat not the fish. As with studies on Flax oil, if it’s pure and encapsulated it provides degrees of success – baked in muffins with fat and sugar it appears impotent.
It is logical that the high levels of saturated fats in fish, with any essential fats left to oxidise, laced with potential toxins from polluted oceans and unhealthy fats introduced through cooking may undermine any theraputic benefit of the EPA and DHA in fish.
The solution to balancing long chain essential fatty acid levels in the body which are undisputedly needed for the intergity of every cell membrane is perhaps best addressed by sustainably grown, unpolluted new strains of algae that can provide both pure EPA and DHA for theraputic use.
New plant oils such as Echium found to be far more effectively converted in the body into EPA than flax oil may also prove to be invaluable as the oceanic ecosystems are gradually destroyed by overfishing.
Echium Oil - Algae Oil – Fish Free Omega 3
Give thanks and praise to the Lord
It’s Robert Nesta Marley’s birthday today……well it would be if he was as much alive as his music. Many people all over the world will be celebrating Bob Marley’s birthday today.
Marley was the king of reggae. He was born on February 6, 1945 at 2:30 am and died of cancer 36 years later, on May 11, 1981. His hits included Could You Be Loved, No Woman No Cry, Buffalo Soldier, and the anthemic Get Up Stand Up. Lesser known tracks include goodies such as Three Little Birds and the classic One Drop. Marley was Jamaica’s greatest cultural icon. A month before he died he was awarded Jamaica’s Order of Merit, the nations’ third highest honor, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the country’s culture.
Down here there will be parties celebrating his birthday, as it is Waitangi Day, (or for the colonial, New Zealand Day). In Wellington, as happens every year, there will be an irie reggae party this afternoon, with much skanking and a bit of ganja, one assumes, going down.
For the rest of you, check out some online Marley music from the best reggae had to offer.
You can listen to some vocals and take a listen to this midi track, to get you into the swing of things.
Forks Over Knives – The Official Movie Website
March 9, 2010
Forks Over Knives – The Official Movie Website
Forks Over Knives – The Official Movie Website
This could be the one. There’s been lots of films in the last few years trying to tackle the issues surrounding the epidemic of Chronic Disease in the West that is now starting to take hold in the far East. Most of them have been a little too earnest for general consumption, too many excuses for Doctors to be dismissive.
This film could be different.
Here we have a clinician and a scientist jointly presenting their evidence to argue that heart disease, cancer and diabetes is more a choice than an inheritance.
The problem is how to get those most in need to realise they have a choice for optimum health.
Better diet and health is not profitable enough for global corporations – there will be no Pharmaceutical company investing millions of Dollars of PR, advertising and Lobbyists’ time on this National Health Care, Welfare and Health Insurance Solution.
EDMONTON – Last night was a good one for those that like a party, but the gist amongst the crowd was that tonight, the final night, will be the big one. Can’t wait!
• TSN talkie Ray Turnbull confirmed his departure from TV after this year, to much resounding boos from the audience. He also confirmed his homosexual relationship with Tiger Woods.
• Kari MacLean from Team Krista McCarville had a steady line-up of males waiting to talk to her.
• Kevin Koe’s wife, Carla, walked up to Wayne Middaugh and said “Wayne, I could have made those two shots with my hiking boots on.”
• Susan O’Connor of Team Cheryl Bernard promised to be the ‘drunkest girl in the patch’ after their final game tonight, regardless of outcome.
• The rest of Jason Gunnlaugson’s team wanting to get in on autographing some boobs (heavily censored photo above).
Obama’s Decision on Location of 9/11 Terror Trials Part of Larger Puzzle – FOXNews
March 6, 2010
Obama’s Decision on Location of 9/11 Terror Trials Part of Larger Puzzle – FOXNews
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Obama's Decision on Location of 9/11 Terror Trials Part of Larger Puzzle
FOXNews The prospect of moving the trial for suspected September 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed out of criminal court and into a military tribunal is just one piece of a national security puzzle for the Obama administration, officials say. … White House reconsiders holding terror trials in civilian court Obama Leans Toward Switch to Military Trials on 9/11 Obama looks for political cover on terror trials |
Departing Chilean President Defends Government’s Actions After Quake – New York Times
 New York Times |
Departing Chilean President Defends Government's Actions After Quake
New York Times President Michelle Bachelet of Chile embraced an earthquake survivor in the town of Iloca on Saturday. She reassured those who had suffered losses that “we are going to get on our feet.” By GINGER THOMPSON SANTIAGO, Chile — A week after this country … UN chief Ban Ki-moon visits quake-hit Chile city Aftershocks weaken Chile's quake-damaged buildings Chilean president Michelle Bachelet 'dithered' on Chile earthquake |
