Tashkent cuts cross-border tradeMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:36AMBISHKEK - Uzbekistan has stopped vehicles using a border crossing to Kyrgyzstan, apparently to prevent a flood of consumer goods bought by traders at a giant market just across the frontier.
TrueNorth Announces First Simphone Global Broadband CertificationMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:12AMWorldwide Business Broadband System Certified On Gulfstream IV TrueNorth Avionics received the initial supplemental type certification (STC) of its Simphone (pronounced 'symphony') Global Broadband System Thursday.
HBC And FlightSafety MxPro Training Course Certified In ChinaMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:12AMClears A Path For Development Of Practical Training For King Air C90, Hawker 4000 Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) and FlightSafety International said Wednesday they have received approval to conduct theoretical and practical, hands-on technical training to support the Hawker 4000 and Beechcraft King Air C90 by the Civil Aviation Authority of China (CAAC).
NASA Offers 'Fast' Opportunities For Zero-G Technology TestingMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:12AMProposal Deadline Is April 19 NASA has announced opportunities to test emerging technologies during flights on an airplane that simulates the weightless conditions of space. The technologies should have potential use in future NASA projects, support future exploration systems, or improve air and space vehicle capabilities.
Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (03.15.10)Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:12AM"She did admit to the fact she had taken the plane... We found all her luggage was still in the plane. Found her credit card. And she had the keys to the plane in her pocket, so there wasn't much she could say." Source: Modoc County Undersheriff, Gary Palmer, describing the arrest of the thief of a single-engine Piper on Thursday morning.
TSA Union Thanks Lawmakers For Support Of H.R. 1881Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:12AMAFGE Urges Congress To Pass The TSA Workforce Enhancement Act The American Federation of Government Employees has publicly thanked House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) and others for their support and sponsorship of H.R. 1881, the Transportation Security Workforce Enhancement Act.
ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (03.15.10)Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:11AMAero-Linx: National Aeronautical Navigation Services The National Aeronautical Navigational Services (AeroNav Services) Group supports Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Aviation Planners with a myriad of products and services to promote safe aeronautical navigation.
ANN's Daily Aero-Term (03.15.10): ExpediteMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:11AMExpedite Used by ATC when prompt compliance is required to avoid the development of an imminent situation. Expedite climb/descent normally indicates to a pilot that the approximate best rate of climb/descent should be used without requiring an exceptional change in aircraft handling characteristics.
We've met the enemy in Afghanistan, and he's changedSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 10:25PMKABUL, Afghanistan — A decade ago, when the Taliban controlled the Afghan government, their militiamen — barely motivated, untrained conscripts — tried for five years to seize control of the entire country from more moderate forces but didn't succeed, even with the help of Osama bin Laden's Arab and other foreign volunteers.
New Sen. Brown bashes Obama's 'bitter' health pushSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:35PMNewly arrived Republican Sen. Scott Brown of Massachusetts accused President Barack Obama and Democrats on Saturday of a "bitter, destructive and endless" drive to pass health overhaul legislation that Brown warned would be disastrous.
Sen. Brown Warns Again Against Passing Health BillSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 6:47PMMassachusetts Republican Sen. Scott Brown accused President Obama and Democrats on Saturday of a "bitter, destructive and endless" drive to pass health overhaul legislation that Brown warned would be disastrous.
MUSIC INDUSTRY: Sag Leaders Agree to Aftra TalksSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 5:35PMLeaders of the Screen Actors Guild have agreed to resume their negotiating partnership with the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists for upcoming bargaining with companies on the feature-primetime contract. SAG's national board gave approval Saturday morning with 78% in favor during a videoconference meeting. The move came two weeks after AFTRA's national board approved joint ...
GOP warns of 'bitter' push to pass health billSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:39PMNewly arrived Republican Sen. Scott Brown of Massachusetts accused President Obama and Democrats on Saturday of a "bitter, destructive and endless" drive to pass health overhaul legislation that Brown warned would be disastrous.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gains FAA Type CertificationSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:38PMWICHITA, Kan., March 13, 2009 – Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced the Citation CJ4 has gained type certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Deliveries are set to begin later this year.
Conservative media in deep over false fishing banSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:14PMGlenn Beck and Rush Limbaugh have spread the story that President Obama 'wants to ban sport fishing.' Though limits are possibly being considered, no such prohibition has been ordered. It's the latest craze among the right-wing media -- a claim that President Obama is about to prohibit Americans from fishing on some of the nation's oceans, coastal areas and great lakes.
French singer Jean Ferrat dead at 79Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:33PMJean Ferrat, a French singer-songwriter whose communist views saw many of his compositions banned from broadcast in the 1960s, died on Saturday, officials said. He was 79.
Police Log, March 12, 2010Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:20AMVehicle break-in lands man in jail ASHLAND - A 25-year-old borough man was committed to Schuylkill County Prison after an incident involving a man breaking into a vehicle at 5th and Centre streets at 1:17 p.m. Monday. Ashland police said Matthew Corbaci
Hong Kong Homes Set for a ‘Good Year,’ Builder Says (Update2)Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:12AMMarch 12 (Bloomberg) -- Hong Kong’s home market may see “another good year” in 2010 as buyers remain financially sound, according to Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd.,
Diabetes presents challenges for athletesFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:05AMKen Rosenthal has been the senior baseball writer for FOXSports.com since Aug. 2005. He appears weekly on MLB on FOX.
EMRISE Corporation Receives Repeat Orders for Military Power SuppliesFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:03AMEATONTOWN, N.J. | EMRISE CORPORATION (NYSE Arca:ERI), a multi-national manufacturer of defense, aerospace and industrial electronic devices and communications equipment, today announced that it has...
Hong Kong Homes Set for a ‘Good Year,’ Builder Says (Update2)Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 2:54AMHong Kong’s home market may see “another good year” in 2010 as buyers remain financially sound, according to Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd., the world’s biggest developer by market value.
Don't blame IslamFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:21AMIt seems that there is an ongoing feud between Mark H. Plumpton (letter Feb. 2) and Alexander Jones (letter Feb. 19), comparing the virtues of Christianity and Islam. Well, the fact is, both religions are equally virtuous; however, that is only true when comparing their ancient, sacred literatures.
Paikar Jamal, City 101.6 FM, Bend it like CityThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:58PMPaikar’s initiation to the world of RJing was done in the most unconventional way possible — by tapping on the head of a bald man with a pen. Recalling the incident, Paikar breaks into peals of laughter. “I was three years old then.
Good day for a rideThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:12PMGrace Roy, 6, of Lewiston, plays with her twin brother John's remote-controlled car Thursday afternoon at Marcotte Park in Lewiston. The stretch of sunny weather is forecast to continue until Saturday night, when there is a chance of showers.
US Department of State 2009 Human Rights Report on Bulgaria*Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:51PMThe Republic of Bulgaria is a parliamentary democracy with a population of approximately 7.6 million. Legislative authority is vested in the unicameral National Assembly (Narodno Sabranie). The country is ruled by a minority government headed by a prime minister.
President Obama attacks insurance companies in bid for public support on health overhaulMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:07PMGLENSIDE, Pa. (AP) — President Barack Obama accused insurance companies of placing profits over people and said Republicans ignored long-festering problems when they held power as he sought to build support Monday for swift passage of health care legislation stalled in Congress.
Obama appeals for public support on health careMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:05PMGLENSIDE, Pa. (AP) - President Barack Obama accused insurance companies of placing profits over people and said Republicans ignored long-festering problems when they held power as he sought to build support Monday for swift passage of health care legislation stalled in Congress. "Let's seize reform, the need is great," Obama said at an appearance that had the feel of a campaign rally. "How much ...
John Beattie's blogMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:58PM"Id like to see Scotland run at the English pack"
Obama appeals to public on health careMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:25PMPresident said Republican critics contend they want to do something about rising health care costs but failed when they held power. "You had 10 years. What happened? What were you doing?" he said.
Obama Seeks Public Support For Health ReformMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:15PMPresident Barack Obama accused insurance companies of placing profits over people and said Republicans ignored long-festering problems when they held power as he sought to build support Monday for swift passage of legislation stalled in Congress. "Let's seize reform, the need is great," Obama said at an appearance that had the feel of a campaign rally.
Ford Offers Security Features to Protect Owners' Personal Information as Cars, Internet ConvergeMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:12PMDEARBORN, Mich., March 8 -- With the rapid convergence of in-car technology and the Internet, Ford Motor Company said today it is offering a suite of security features to protect the personal information of millions of Ford owners from the threat of computer hackers and viruses.
Obama appeals for public support on health careMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:12PMPresident Barack Obama accused insurance companies of placing profits over people and said Republicans ignored long-festering problems when they held power as he sought to build support Monday for swift passage of health care legislation stalled in Congress. "Let's seize reform, the need is great," Obama said at an appearance that [...]
Getting there from hereMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:53PMDepending on who is telling their story, the Alaska Moving Image Preservation Association is a nonprofit that’s either “chronically underfunded” or “in need of sustainable funding” or “not sustainable.”
Abu Dhabi pumps oil riches into media projectsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:14AMWith an economy based on pumping oil and landmarks that include one of the Mideast's grandest mosques, buttoned-down Abu Dhabi has little obvious in common with freewheeling media magnets like Hollywood or midtown Manhattan.
Palestinians claim indirect talks last chance for peaceMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:59AMJERUSALEM, March 8 — US-mediated indirect talks between Israel and the Palestinians will be a last chance to keep the Middle East peace process alive, the Palestinian chief negotiator said today. “The relationship has deteriorated to this stage where the US is trying to save this peace process with the last attempt — by the way, mark my words — this will be the last attempt in order to see if it ...
Palestinians: indirect talks last chance for peaceMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:59AMJERUSALEM (Reuters) - U.S.-mediated indirect talks between Israel and the Palestinians will be a last chance to keep the Middle East peace process alive, the Palestinian chief negotiator said on Monday.
Abu Dhabi pumps oil riches into media projectsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:55AMWith an economy based on pumping oil and landmarks that include one of the Mideast's grandest mosques, buttoned-down Abu Dhabi has little obvious in common with freewheeling media magnets like Hollywood or midtown Manhattan. This week, the Arab emirate is... Abu Dhabi - Middle East - United Arab Emirates - Government - Embassies and Consulates
Palestinians: indirect talks last chance for peaceMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:38AMSource: Reuters * Palestinian president to agree formally to indirect talks * U.S. envoy shuttling between Israelis and Palestinians * Palestinians seek negotiations on borders for state By Jeffrey Heller ...
Walt Disney World Resort UpdateMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:26AMNew additions to Downtown Disney, ground broken for Fantasyland Forest, Give a Day, Get a Disney Day ending and more.
Aftershocks weaken Chile's quake-damaged buildingsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 12:39PMA father's unanswered cry for his missing son rang out Saturday from the wreckage of a fallen 15-story apartment building that
Pupin 'Scope Opens Eyes to Hazy SkiesSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:03AMNew York is a city better known for its pollution than its stargazing opportunities. Yet it takes but a short walk up a flight of stairs to the Rutherford Observatory on the roof of Pupin Hall to reveal Columbia University's rather expansive view of the heavens.
Symbolic building demolished in quake-hit ChileSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:27AMWorkers demolished a fallen 15-story apartment building that has come to symbolize Chile's earthquake after officials said there was no more hope for finding survivors inside.