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Blind dining is coming to NYC Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:54AMNEW YORK — A French restaurant group that offers pitch-dark dining is preparing to open New York City's first blind eatery.
Mirror, Mirror: Sebastian McCalls, premium jeans that fit Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:54AMA lot has happened in the 12 years since Sebastian McCall opened Charlie's Jeans in Old City. Cuffed boyfriends have replaced the boot-cut, while skinnies have morphed into the wildly popular jeggings.
Give marinades a spike Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:53AMNAPA, Calif. — What's Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto's barbecue secret ingredient? A sake-spiked marinade, of course.
Camden County incinerator subsidy at risk Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:53AMBurlington County officials lament that they regularly lose a chunk of their trash business to Camden County, where waste-disposal fees are about 10 percent lower.
Entertainment Calendar: Sept. 1-6 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:51AMThe Corn Maze, Lewis Farm Market and Petting Farm, M-20, 4180 West M-20, New Era. The maze closes one hour before the market (market hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday through September and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday during the month of October).
PhillyInc: SBA event will bring lenders and business borrowers together Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:47AM Small-business lending is down. Pick a reason, but that won't change the fact that lots of small firms would like to borrow money to expand or buy some new equipment right now.
Ferro Corporation Announces Expiration and Final Results of Tender Offer for its 6.50% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2013 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:54AMCLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ferro Corporation (NYSE: FOE), announced today the final results of its tender offer for all of its outstanding 6.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2013 (the “Convertible Notes”), which expired at midnight, New York City time, on August 30, 2010 (the “Expiration Time”). Ferro has purchased all of the $100,504,000 in aggregate principal amount of Convertible Notes, or ...
A look at home prices in 20 US cities Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:53AMHome prices rose in June as now-expired tax credits inspired a burst of home-buying. But demand has faded and prices are expected to fall through the rest of the year.
Mosque debate sparked by extremists rather than locals Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:52AMI was pleased to read Mr. Christina's letter on Monday, "Mosque would affect grievers," in which he acknowledges that he has no ill will towards Muslims and respects the right of the developers of the Ground Zero mosque to proceed with their project.
Exciting New Talent Joins Rocco Rossi Campaign Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:52AMToronto Mayoral Candidate Announces Prominent Political Figures Have Joined His Growing Election Team
Giuliani's daughter may have theft charge dropped Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:52AMNEW YORK (Reuters) - A judge agreed to dismiss a shoplifting charge against the daughter of New York City's former tough-on-crime mayor Rudy Giuliani on Tuesday if she completes one day of community service.
Steelers waive Frazier, release four others Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:51AMThe Pittsburgh Steelers have waived linebacker Andre Frazier, who was part of the club's past two Super Bowl teams.
Americans' economic confidence up slightly Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:49AMNEW YORK (AP) – Americans' confidence in the economy improved slightly in August, but the mood is still gloomy amid job worries, according to a monthly survey. read more
Morning Newsdome: Two Yemeni-American men detained for preparing terrorist attack Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:49AMTwo Yemeni-American men were detained on a United Airlines flight Sunday night for "preparation of a terrorist attack" after traveling to the Netherlands with "mock bombs" in their luggage. Most alarming is that Alabama airport security let the men board with $7,000 in cash, a cell phone taped to a Pepto-Bismol bottle, three cell phones taped together and three big knives.… [ Read more ...
Free Cuba Phone Market Urged on Obama by Nokia, AT&T Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:48AMNokia Oyj, AT&T Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc. are urging the U.S. government to ease rules that keep them from operating in Cuba even after President Barack Obama loosened telecommunications regulations last year to promote democracy on the communist island.
Pacquiao arrives in LA for Margarito fight rites Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:47AMMANILA, Philippines – Boxing superstar and Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao arrived in Los Angeles, California Monday night for the press conference officially announcing his fight against Mexico’s Antonio “Tijuana Tornado“ Margarito.
Vancouver’s Rebecca Marino advances at U.S. Open, could face Venus Williams next Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:25PMAleksandra Wozniak's 2010 season may be history. Vancouver's Rebecca Marino's Grand Slam history has just begun.
Injury may cut short Wozniak's season Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:21PMAleksandra Wozniak's 2010 season might be over.
Clijsters wobbles but advances at U.S. Open Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:21PMDefending champion Kim Clijsters survived a second-set wobble to reach the second round of the U.S. Open on Monday by defeating Greta Arn of Hungary 6-0, 7-5.
New York Mets coming to Fort Myers for instructional program Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:21PMThe New York Mets will send perhaps 30 to 40 minor-league players and coaches to Fort Myers for a fall instructional program starting in...
Bag Monsters Invade Dallas Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:18PMEnvironmental activists dressed head-to-toe in hundreds of plastic bags turned heads in downtown Dallas, Texas on Friday. The group led by environmental activist Andy Keller wants cities across the country to ban the use of plastic bags and put a fee on the use of paper bags.
Barnes & Noble Closes Lincoln Center Store Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:16PMShoppers near New York City's Lincoln Center will have to look harder for books to buy after Barnes & Noble made a decision to close its 60,000-square-foot Lincoln Triangle Store.
Accused Newport investment manager in court Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:15PMLeila C. Jenkins gets access to select accounts and credit cards in her married names
Go racial or go home Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:13PMNew York City’s Staten Island borough is being plagued by a recent succession of hate crimes. National Public Radio reported Aug. 20 of “at least 10 alleged hate crimes in the borough’s Port Richmond area since April — all violent, and all perpetrated against Mexicans.”
Herhold: One green entrepreneur's discouraging tale Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:13PMJim Piazzo wanted to open a woodchipping operation in North San Jose. But he ran into a buzz saw.
White Sox retire Frank Thomas' No. 35 Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:30PMThe Chicago White Sox gave The Big Hurt a big honour on Sunday, retiring Frank Thomas' number before a game against the New York Yankees. Thomas fought back tears during an emotional ceremony that included fireworks and several of his former teammates.
No longer just a freebie, Dancing Fest a summer highlight Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:30PMBy my count, five dancers fell to the floor to end four separate works this week as part of the Chicago Dancing Festival at the Harris Theater.
WTC steel presented to Arlington leaders Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:29PMTwo weeks before the ninth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Arlington County and New York City firefighters gathered to honor their fallen brethren Sunday.
Local chef back from tour: the real work begins now Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:28PMSEBASTOPOL — After eight months on the road Sebastopol resident Patty James has returned from her 18,000 mile journey, and is now ready to take the next step necessary for creating health programs geared for youth, based on information she collected from the children themselves, in 41 different states.
White Sox retire Thomas' number Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:28PMThe Chicago White Sox gave The Big Hurt a big honor on Sunday, retiring Frank Thomas' number before a game against the New York Yankees.
Sellout crowds for Rappers Eminem, Jay-Z Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:27PMDETROIT, Aug. 29 (UPI) -- Rappers Eminem and Jay-Z will perform together in two concerts in Detroit and two at Yankee Stadium in what promoters say are landmark events. Eminem - Yankee Stadium - Detroit - Jay-Z - United States
White Sox Retire Thomas' Number Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:25PMFrank Thomas gets his due as White Sox retire his No. 35 Chicago White Sox - Frank Thomas - History - People - United States
Arjun Lahiri: How do you say 'bubble' in Mandarin? Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:25PMIs China a Lehman multiplied, waiting to collapse? Hugh Hendry thinks so. Mr Hendry is a Scottish hedge fund manager in London who has become something of a celebrity for his unconventional and outspoken opinions. Mr Hendry is convinced that China is a growing property bubble, and claims the Chinese authorities are pumping money in to unnecessary construction projects to fuel growth.
Stabbed cabbie out of work, worries about feeding family Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:24PMNew York cab driver Ahmed Sharif cannot bring himself to talk about the young man who allegedly cut his throat and nearly killed him last week, a taxi union representative said Sunday.
White Sox retire Thomas' number Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:22PMThe Chicago White Sox gave The Big Hurt a big honor on Sunday, retiring Frank Thomas' number before a game against the New York Yankees. New York Yankees - Chicago White Sox - Frank Thomas - Sports - Baseball
Congressional Candidate Ron McNeil Stands Behind Controversial Remarks Regarding NYC Mosque Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 4:31PMNewschannel 7 sits down with congressional candidate Ron McNeil after Tuesday's controversial remarks regarding a Ground Zero mosque in NYC.
Lakesider: Aug. 20, 2010 Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:53AMOutdoor enthusiast John Bernardi writes on reflective waters.
The bus won't stop here Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:51AMThis article has been read 0 times. The Washington Transportation Authority's three-year demonstration project - a mini-bus from McDonald, Canonsburg and Donaldson's Crossroads shopping center to Washington - is a no-go, at least for the near future.
Town of Plattsburgh passes solid-waste moratorium Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:51AMNew law prevents town agencies from issuing permits or approvals for solid-waste facilities or processing for nine months.
Ex-NBA Star Jayson Williams Faces DWI Case Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:47AMJayson Williams is already in prison for accidentally killing a limo driver, but the former NBA star still is contending with another criminal case.
Indian Films Can Be Indie, Too Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:46AMWhen I told an American friend that the new film Peepli Live is a black comedy about farmer suicides in India, he said, “Oh my god, are there song and dance numbers?”There are songs, but if anyone goes expecting lavish...
What's missing for back-to-school? 135,000 teachers Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:45AMMore children are crowding into classrooms in Modesto, Calif. Parents are paying extra to send their kids to full-day kindergarten in Queen Creek, Ariz. And the school buses stopped rolling in one St. Louis area school district.
Museum and gallery events Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:45AMArt Museums & Institutions African American Heritage Museum 661 Jackson Rd., Newtonville, NJ; 609-704-5495. www.aahmsnj.org. Tanya Murphy Dodd. Leonard R. Wilkinson Jr. Donations accepted. Closes 8/27. Tue.-Fri. 10 am-3 pm.
New skyscraper rises at Ground Zero, amid mosque flap Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:41AMBy Luis Torres de la Llosa NEW YORK: As controversy over a proposed mosque two blocks from Ground Zero gathers steam, the 104-storey One World Trade Center is quietly emerging from the sprawling building site in lower Manhattan. Until last year, Ground Zero was a bleak gash of concrete and steel in the heart of the city's financial district, visited by tourists, friends and families of the 3,000 ...
[VIDEO] Plane grounded after threat Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:41AMA hijack threat halted an American Airlines flight just before takeoff leaving the New York-bound jet sitting on the tarmac for several hours while it was searched and passengers were removed for extra scrutiny.
Gamescom: Crysis 2 Multiplayer Impressions Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:17AMCrysis 2 (X360) Two modes and two maps playtested.
From Qumran to New Jersey: Fragments of history from the Dead Sea Scrolls Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:15AMTEANECK, N.J. (Jewish Standard) -- Throngs of Jews walk past St. Mark’s Syrian Orthodox Cathedral in this suburban New York city every Shabbat on their way to synagogue, unaware that the church is the caretaker of an ancient and precious piece of Jewish history.
Ground Zero Mosque Shock: Pelosi Wants to Investigate Critics Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:15AMThe debate over a proposed mosque near Ground Zero has taken a surprising twist with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi calling for an investigation into critics of the project, which she describes as a "zoning issue."
Not enough parents for foster children Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:15AMFour siblings came to the United States from Puerto Rico last June and within weeks were placed in the city’s foster care system.
American League Game Capsules Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:50PMAmerican League Game Capsules