Turmoil News
- Internal friction has White House machine running rough Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:54PMObama's West Wing has become embroiled in the kind of backbiting and palace intrigue better suited to a soap opera set than a well-functioning White House.
- Metrobank ’09 net profit up 37% to P6B Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:45PMTycoon George Ty-led Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. said its 2009 net profit grew by 36.8 percent to P6 billion over a year ago on a double-digit expansion in interest income as well as robust fee-based and treasury earnings.
- Xceed Mortgage hires former bank industry executives Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:31PMXceed Mortgage Corp. (TSX: XMC), a Canadian provider of insured mortgages, has announced the appointments of two executives as the company continues its pursuit of bank status.
- New Music Emerges From Elkhart's Instrument Past Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:28PMDozens of band instrument makers used to be part of the local economy in Elkhart, Ind. But since the city was battered by the economy, only three major companies remain. One says it will only manufacture instruments in the U.S. — and it will hire new workers to grow the business and regain market share.
- Tories boycott Commons inquiry into Ashcroft peerage Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:27PMThree Conservative committee members walk out claiming inquiry is pursuing Labour vendetta A Westminster inquiry into the row over Lord Ashcroft's peerage was thrown into turmoil when the Tory MPs on the committee walked out and said they were boycotting it permanently. In what is understood to be an unprecedented move, Conservative members have withdrawn from the public administration select ...
- Bio a lesson in journalist principles Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:14PMOn June 17, 1960, seven major newspapers in Tokyo simultaneously carried a "joint declaration" concerning a bloody public clash over the Japan-U.S. Security Treaty that left a female University of Tokyo student dead, calling for a quick resolution to the situation. Thousands of radical student demonstrators and citizens gathered around the Diet in protest, which become one of the largest ...
- This 'Nine' really shines Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:04PM"Guido." In the sparkling revival of "Nine" at the Westchester Broadway Theater his name is spoken with various intonations by the bevy of women in film director Guido Contini's life.
- Tourism sector key player in economic growth: Banc ABC Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:01PMTHE country’s tourism sector is a key player in the country’s economic growth and the 2010 World Cup to be hosted by South Africa presents an opportunity to rebrand Zimbabwe’s image and position the sector for sustainable recovery beyond 2010.
- Carlos Slim tops Forbes rich list Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:00PMForbes magazine has announced the world's richest man is now Mexican mobile phone mogul Carlos Slim.
- Women's Reservation Bill may now come to Lok Sabha only in May Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:58PMThe government seems to have decided not to table the Constitution amendment bill, cleared by the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, in the Lok Sabha till the last week of the Budget session ending on May 7.
- EU to Propose European Monetary Fund by End of June (Update2) Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:58AMMarch 8 (Bloomberg) -- The European Union is preparing a proposal for a European Monetary Fund as leaders try to draw lessons from Greece’s fiscal crisis.
- EU to Propose European Monetary Fund by End June (Update1) Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:49AMThe European Union said it is preparing a proposal for a European Monetary Fund as leaders try to draw lessons from the Greek fiscal crisis.
- AIG selling second overseas unit Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:31AMAIG sells an insurance group to rival MetLife for $15.5bn, as it continues to raise funds to pay off a federal bailout.
- Latest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:30AMLatest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment
- KC wants to close half its public schools Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:28AMKANSAS CITY, Mo — Kansas City was held up as a national example of bold thinking when it tried to integrate its schools by making them better than the suburban districts where many kids were moving.
- China banker says local govt debt may be bank risk Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:25AMChina's banks might face risks if finance arms set up by local governments to invest in real estate and infrastructure projects cannot repay heavy borrowing, a deputy central bank governor said Monday. Regulators have told banks to examine outstanding loans... Central bank - Real estate - Government - Finance - China
- China banker says local govt debt may be bank risk Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:21AMChina's banks might face risks if finance arms set up by local governments to invest in real estate and infrastructure projects cannot repay heavy borrowing, a deputy central bank governor said Monday.
- Warehouse condos to be auctioned off Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:16AMA 2-year-old industrial condominium complex in Waipi'o is headed for the foreclosure auction block, a victim of the downturns in Hawai'i's economy and commercial real estate market.
- Factories don't expect order upturn anytime soon Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:06AMDon't look for a sudden burst of new hiring by Indiana factories even if a new stimulus plan comes out of Washington.
- China promises strong growth in 'crucial year' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:16PMChina's Premier Wen Jiabao promised strong growth this year and said the government will combat inflation and risks to banks to keep the rebound in the world's third-largest economy on track.
- ‘Survivors’ get oiled up for a slippery challenge Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:10PMThe remaining castaways spent the latest episode with shiny, oily skin. That was thanks to a slip-'n'-slide reward challenge that not only left them covered in oil, but also a bonus.
- China promises strong growth in 'crucial year' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:03PMChina's Wen promises strong growth in `crucial year,' efforts to promote clean industries
- I.M.F. Help for Greece Is a Risky Prospect Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:46PMIf Greece asks the International Monetary Fund for help, it could touch off political and financial tension in other European countries.
- He's almost 18, right? Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:45PMBy: Hilary Dunn Briscoe 5 has been struck with turmoil. Screaming down the hallways and rude comments with even worse return remarks. This place might as well be World War III….in terms of music that is. We’ve always had a clash of the genres with some serio...
- A true Blue response Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:43PMFor fans of such a bad hockey team, it must be said that Leafs Nation is full of good sports.
- Rally held for Central Falls teachers Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:31PM200 union members gather before meeting of Board of Regents at West Warwick High
- Review: 'Ran' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:09PMAkira Kurosawa's epic film, inspired by Shakespeare's King Lear, still stands out 25 years later. They don't make them like Akira Kurosawa's magisterial "Ran" anymore, but the truth is, they didn't really make them like this regal epic back then either.
- Review: 'Ran' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:56PMAkira Kurosawa's epic film, inspired by Shakespeare's King Lear, still stands out 25 years later.
- Family formed under unique circumstance Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:02PMGlenn and Jackie Davis had never been able to have children of their own. April Booker had never known the love of a mother and father. Together, they are forging a new family, with Glenn and Jackie acting as foster parents — and hopeful adoptive parents — of Booker’s three children.
- Tehran detains pro-Mousavi director Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:15PMTEHRAN: Iranian security forces have detained film director Jafar Panahi, winner of many international awards and a supporter of opposition leader Mirhossein Mousavi, Mousavi's website said yesterday.
- Tomato crop in turmoil Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:04PMFreezing temperatures in Florida have caused a spike in prices and lowered availability of tomatoes in Rhea County.
- 35th Maine Fishermen’s Forum Opens As Industry Faces Significant Changes Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:45PMROCKPORT — The 35th annual Maine Fishermen’s Forum opens its doors at the Samoset Resort in Rockport this afternoon with the fishing industry in turmoil over ecological and economic conditions and regulatory changes that could affect virtually everyone in the business.
- Two more Canadian soldiers die from Afghan IED strike Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:45PMThe deadliest foe facing NATO soldiers travelling the roads of this war-torn nation claimed two more Canadian lives yesterday.
- Chatham attorney announces a run for Congress Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:44PMDouglas Herbert, an attorney from Chatham Borough who sought a state Assembly seat last fall, said today that he is seeking the Democratic nomination to run against Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen.
- Gold Climbs in New York as Alternative Investment to Currencies Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:42PMGold rose in New York to the highest price in almost six weeks as concern that Greece’s budget deficit will widen increased demand for bullion as an alternative to holding currency.
- Genocide: "Why Does 'Never Again' Happen Again?" Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:30PMGenocide: "Why Does 'Never Again' Happen Again?" Posted 3:20 p.m. Tues., 03.02.10 - On Feb. 19-20, 24 high school students from 11 area high schools gathered in an attempt to find a cohesive resolution to genocide.
- Genocide: "Why Does 'Never Again' Happen Again?" Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:30PMHome Voices Genocide: "Why Does 'Never Again' Happen Again?" Genocide: "Why Does 'Never Again' Happen Again?"
- Donahoe, Schreck, Elrod and More Will Bring Premiere of Kron's 'Wake' to Life at Kirk Douglas Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:26PMThe Los Angeles world premiere of The Wake, Lisa Kron's new play about a family gathering tainted by the 2000 U.S. presidential election, will feature Emily Donahoe, Carson Elrod, Andrea Frankle, Miriam F. Glover, Deirdre O'Connell, Heidi Schreck and Danielle Skraastad.
- Bernice King silent as SCLC faces uncertain future Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:22PMThe Rev. Bernice King talks during an interview on Oct. 18, 2008, in Atlanta. Months after the daughter of America's most revered civil rights icon was elected to lead the group he co-founded, the organization is in a tumultuous tailspin and she is keeping her silence.
- World's Refugee Orphans Seeking Homes In The US Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 12:42PMHiding from merciless militiamen and trekking through unforgivable mountainous terrain, Madhel Majok escaped the mass slayings and genocide of the Sudan that killed his parents. The 9-year-old orphan fled to neighboring Kenya, where he then survived vigilante shellings on his crowded refugee camp. Majok remained in limbo for eight years while waiting for any country to grant him refuge. Now 17 ...
- I.Coast leaders to hold talks as opposition declines to join govt: mediator Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 12:41PMIvory Coast's government and opposition leaders are expected to hold "urgent talks" soon over the country's political crisis after the two main opposition parties ruled out joining a new cabinet, mediators said Sunday.
- UK offers help to Israelis linked to Dubai killing Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 12:25PMThe British Embassy in Israel said Sunday it is giving new passports to six British nationals whose identities were stolen by the suspects in the slaying of a top Hamas operative in Dubai —
- Mario Menéndez Passionately Reveals his Authentic Life Story Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 12:15PMMeet the Journalist and Publisher of Por Esto! – a Man Whose Life Story Has Witnessed Political Turmoil, Government Censorship and the Constant Struggle to Remain Authentic
- UK offers help to Israelis linked to Dubai killing Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 11:54AMThe British Embassy in Israel said Sunday it is giving new passports to six British nationals whose identities were stolen by the suspects in the slaying of a top Hamas operative in Dubai — a first step toward clearing their names and returning their lives to normal.
- Space race no longer being run Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 11:48AMFor America, it seems, space is no longer the final frontier. The cosmos, it seems, have been deemed not worth the fuss. It’s not a place of promise, a glimpse of our future among the stars. It’s just a galactic wasteland — empty space.
- The pain in Spain falls partly on Britain Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:21AMBRITAIN'S exposure to the financial turmoil sweeping through southern European economies could be far greater than previously thought.
- Transport planning just goes round in circles Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:20AMIt has been clear from the start that the Herald was against the CBD Metro (''Metro is doomed as start delayed'', February 18). Of course it goes nowhere, but it was meant to be the start of a larger network. New stations should have been planned at regular intervals after the first stage was completed.
- Gunfire erupts in Niger capital in apparent coup bid Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:18AMNIAMEY (Reuters) - Smoke was seen rising from the presidential palace amid heavy gunfire in Niger's capital, Niamey, on Thursday in an apparent coup attempt.
- Bigger Tuition Bills and Student Loans Coming in 2011 Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:16AMDartmouth, Williams, and some other wealthy colleges will ask for more from students and parents.
- Shoaib keen for Afridi to return Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:16AMShoaib Malik is happy to pass Pakistan's Twenty20 captaincy back to Shahid Afridi after his two-match stint at the helm is over.
