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Loud bikes targeted Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:33AMDennis Wright understands why some motorcyclists modify their bikes to emit ear-splitting, obnoxious roars. A louder exhaust means other drivers on the road will hear the motorcycle, so it's less likely that a driver will inadvertently change lanes or drift into it.
VERBAL FISTICUFFS GROW LOUDER Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 9:33AMMartin Whitmarsh and Christian Horner are currently engaged in a passable impression of the Alex and Arsene show.
Researchers clear hurdle on path toward gene-therapy treatment for disease Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:57AMOne of the most difficult aspects of working at the nanoscale is actually seeing the object being worked on. Biological structures like viruses, which are smaller than the wavelength of light, are invisible to standard optical microscopes and difficult to capture in their native form with other imaging techniques.
Flurry of bills, 98 in all, pass Legislature before deadline Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:09AMChase Davis Tuesday at midnight marked the rancorous end to yet another legislative session here in California. And like many sine dies before, it was filled with hours of last-minute wrangling to cram through as much unfinished business as possible. By our count, 98 bills were passed and sent to enrollment Tuesday. In the interest of transparency, we pulled together a list (based on the state's ...
gazettepreps.com: Ortiz prepares to juggle motherhood, state volleyball aspirations Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:06AMThe opening days of Doherty volleyball practice were abnormally stressful, and not just because the Spartans have high expectations coming off a 5A semifinal appearance last season. The aprehension came from fear that coach Julie Ortiz -- eight and a...
Labor Day travel expected to be higher than last year Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:52PMHurricane Earl and roadwork on interstates 80 and 680 could slow the holiday getaway.
SPECULATED: BMW's 1M To Use N54, Bi-Turbo Powerplant? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:19PMAccording to the eagle-eyed spotters on 1addicts, it appears that the upcoming 1M will not use the newly-christened N55 motor seen in 2011 BMWs. Certainly you must be asking yourself "How," but the answer can be seen when you get under the new 1M. You have to love the gearheads in forums and on Bimmerfile . When some Sherlock Holmes types got under the new M-car and snapped some shots, we weren ...
Nanotechnology Yields Breakthrough In Cancer Research Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:11PMResearchers clear hurdle on path toward gene-therapy treatment for diseaseOne of the most difficult aspects of working at the nanoscale is actually seeing the object being worked on. Biological structures like viruses, which are smaller than the wavelength of light, are invisible to standard optical microscopes and difficult to capture in their native form with other imaging techniques. A ...
N.J. agency examining procedures after man accused in ex-girlfriend's murder escaped from hospital Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:34PMThe state agency that monitors recently-released prisoners is examining whether to change security procedures after a man fled a hospital while under the agency’s supervision and allegedly killed his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend in Bergen County, a spokesman for the State Parole Board said Wednesday.
Serraglio Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:13PMIf Tucson police are becoming more bicycle-savvy, drivers certainly aren't by Randy Serraglio When I saw a flurry of e-mails among fellow bicycle commuters a few weeks ago warning of police stakeouts and mass citations, I muttered to myself, here we go again. Then a news item announced a $45,000 grant from the governor's office to the Tucson Police Department for bicycle enforcement.… [ Read ...
Six injured in 4-car crash in North Castle; Route 120 reopened Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:34PMNORTH CASTLE - Six people were taken to the hospital this afternoon in a four-car crash on Route 120, police said.
Several injured in multi-car crash in North Castle; Closes Route 120 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:05PMNORTH CASTLE — Several people were injured this afternoon in a crash that involved at least four vehicles on Route 120, police said.
Live to surf Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:54PMLive to surf
Ferrari recalls every 458 Italia built so far Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:41AMVoluntary safety recall begins to modify 458s to prevent fire risk. After completing its investigations into the fires which affected a number of 458 Italias , Ferrari has issued a voluntary safety recall to get modifications carried out to all 458s which have been built so far.
Wing flex debate takes a new twist Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:37AMThe debate over the front wing on the RB6 has taken a new twist as on-board video suggests this could have contributed to Sebastian Vettel's collision with Jenson Button in the Belgian Grand Prix.
Novel nanotechnology collaboration leads to breakthrough in cancer research Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:54AM( University of California - Los Angeles ) A multidisciplinary group of researchers at UCLA have produced a 3.6 angstrom resolution structure of the human adenovirus. Their findings were published in the journal Science, and featured in both a perspective and This Week in Science. Pharmacologist Lily Wu and her group are working with adenovirus as a vector for gene therapy, but needed better ...
Novel nanotechnology collaboration leads to breakthrough in cancer research Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:46AM(PhysOrg.com) -- One of the most difficult aspects of working at the nanoscale is actually seeing the object being worked on. Biological structures like viruses, which are smaller than the wavelength of light, are invisible to standard optical microscopes and difficult to capture in their native form with other imaging techniques.
Cortlandt woman charged with drunken driving after fleeing Carmel crash Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:49PMCARMEL — A Cortlandt woman was drunk when she drove her car off Route 6 near Drewville Road early Saturday, Carmel Chief Michael Johnson said today.
Electric cars can succeed in oil-rich states: Ghosn Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:29PMABU DHABI (AFP) - Electric cars can be successful in Gulf countries and other oil-rich states, but only with initial government help, the president and CEO of Nissan and Renault said on Monday in Abu Dhabi.
Google Street View Car Inspected by French Regulator Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:26PMA car used by Google Inc. to collect data for its Street View mapping service was inspected yesterday, less than a week after France’s privacy regulator criticized the program’s resumption.
Skaneateles auto dealer arraigned on fraud charges Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:22PMA Skaneateles auto dealer was arraigned on several charges relating to fraud on Monday in Onondaga County Court.
Almighty Lewis! Hamilton's prayers are answered with Spa victory but it's hell for McLaren team-mate Jenson Button Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:47AMThe Lord apparently had a busy day. He orchestrated the sporadic rain that enlivened the Belgian Grand Prix. And he drew thanks from the victorious Lewis Hamilton for saving him from a potentially ruinous collision.
Almighty Lewis! Hamilton's prayers are answered with Spa victory but it's hell for McLaren team-mate Jenson Button Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 7:07PMThe Lord apparently had a busy day. He orchestrated the sporadic rain that enlivened the Belgian Grand Prix. And he drew thanks from the victorious Lewis Hamilton.
What Seniors Should Know before Modifying Mortgage Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 1:24PMRISMEDIA, August 30, 2010—(MCT)—Maria Olmo doesn’t like her chances of paying off her new, 40-year mortgage. “I’ll die before it’s paid off,” said Olmo, who got her 30-year mortgage modified because she was at risk of losing her home to…
Buffett has eyes on British insurance business: report Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:29AMLONDON (AFP) - US billionaire Warren Buffett is interested in buying Royal Bank of Scotland's insurance business Direct Line, a report said Sunday.
Pittsburgh will increase, simplify online services in coming months Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:52PMTasks ranging from getting a Dumpster permit to reserving a picnic shelter to shepherding a new business through the approval process should get easier in coming months as Pittsburgh officials roll out new online services designed to streamline operations and help the public navigate bureaucracy.
Hoppin' hydraulics power these rides Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:37PMJoe Issa's goal is simple: Hop the front of his 1985 Buick Regal so high that the back bumper touches the ground. His effort won first place at the Mexican Fiesta hydraulic competition Saturday with a mark of 78 inches.
A matter of Serendipity Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:26PMSerendipity is a high end boutique style consignment shop located in downtown Jacksonville. Women and teens alike have an assortment of various clothes and accessories as well as home furnishing and home decor items to choose from.
JISD votes on budget, tax rate Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:26PMJacksonville Independent School District’s board of trustees will make a call on whether to approve the district’s proposed budget of $33,474,939. The decision will be made Monday during a regular Jacksonville Independent School District Board of Trustees meeting at 6:30 p.m.
La vida en espanol! Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:26PMJacksonville College is offering continued education classes in Beginning Spanish Conversation Level-1 and Beginning Spanish Conversation Level-2. Teaching the classes will be Jacksonville College professor Dr. David Heflin.
Links to our past Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:25PMThe Cherokee County Heritage Museum located in downtown Rusk is home to many interesting late 20th century artififacts which have been collected from around Cherokee County and the surrounding area.
JISD bond elections: A history Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:25PMJacksonville Independent School District board members voted to call a bond election this month and now face relaying the importance of a $49.865 million bond program to taxpayers faced with the possibility of a 19 cent per $100 valuation tax increase.
Lake named to forest trail board Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:25PMBreezy Lake, director of the Hospitality Administration Program at Lon Morris College, was named to the board of directors of the Texas Forest Trail Region for the 2011 fiscal year at the annual meeting.
Grace and grit in Guatemala Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:57PMOn a trip to Central America with a St. Paul tour company, hiking and biking up steep mountains worked the leg muscles; building a home for the needy employed the heart.
Struggling seniors being saddled with 40-year mortgages Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:04PMORLANDO, Fla. — Maria Olmo, 63, doesn't like her chances of paying off her new, 40-year mortgage. "I'll die before it's paid off," said Olmo, who got her 30-year mortgage modified because she was at risk of losing her home to foreclosure.
Big cats have brush with suburbia Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:23PMLittleton police officers called to help find a mountain lion near Progress Park Aug. 11 did not see the cat, but heard it growl, according to the department’s public information officer, Sean Dugan.
Mobil station on Hutch reopens Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:34PMWHITE PLAINS - The Mobil gas station on the Hutchinson River Parkway, shut since last night due to a power outage, reopened this afternoon, authorities said.
Intel downgrades third quarter revenue forecast Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:29PMNEW YORK (AFP) - Intel slashed Friday its third quarter revenue forecast due to lower demand for computers, leading to a sharp selloff of the microchip giant's shares.
The Fed Speech: Paul Solman Channels Ben Bernanke Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:26PMPaul Solman: Years ago, Saturday Night Live's Kevin Nealon debuted a character named "Mr. Subliminal" whom he still reprises. The gimmick: Nealon talks and then occasionally, under his breath, says what he's really thinking. In October, President Obama economic adviser Austan Goolsbee used the technique in a stand-up comedy routine (two minutes into this clip ) that earned him top prize in the ...
El Cerrito works to manage traffic Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:25PMIn September, El Cerrito likely will adopt a comprehensive system to prioritize citizen requests to control neighborhood traffic, such as more police patrols or installing signs or speed humps.
Mobil station on Hutch closed again Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:19AMWHITE PLAINS — The Mobil gas station on the Hutchinson River Parkway has been shut since last night due to a power outage and should be reopened sometime this afternoon, authorities said.
Russia's Avtovaz plans new ultra-cheap car: Renault Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 10:29AMPARIS (AFP) - Russian auto maker Avtovaz will launch a new ultra-cheap model of its Lada car next year, selling for 5,600 euros (7,100 dollars), its French partner company Renault said on Friday.
Ferrari, RBR wings tested post-practice Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 10:22AMFerrari and Red Bull among the teams selected for the FIA's new wing tests on Friday.
Serviceman, his wife killed in Kabardino-Balkaria Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:50AMNALCHIK, August 27 (Itar-Tass) - A serviceman from the Krasnodar Territory and his wife were found dead near the Chegem Waterfalls in Kabardino-Balkaria on Friday, a source in the republican law enforcement agencies told Itar-Tass.
False hopes, hassles and auto-loan-modification offers Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:18AMHaving reliable transportation is essential. If you have ever been without a car and had to rely on public transportation, you know the value of having access to a set of wheels. However, high unemployment has complicated things.
DRPA slashes two jobs Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:01AMThe Delaware River Port Authority Wednesday extended discounts on bridge tolls to select groups, failed to agree on how to police political contributions from vendors seeking its business and backpedaled on a resolution passed last week requiring board...
South Ossetia celebrates Day of Independence Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:19AMTSKHINVAL, August 26 (Itar-Tass) - South Ossetia is celebrating the second anniversary of independence on Thursday. The celebrations are being held nationwide.
Las Vegas Murder Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:44PMDetectives followed a trail that traversed the kitchen, then continued across the dining room and through the hallway. The bloody footprints faded noticeably with each step up the staircase. More bloody footprints led to the outside of the garage.
Mexico Finds 72 Bodies in Suspected Migrant Killing Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:18PMMexico’s navy found 72 bodies in a mass grave near Texas that may be the remains of migrants from other Latin American countries killed as they tried to make their way to the U.S. border.
Moscow International Motor Show opens Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 4:48PMFord Focus RS displayed at the 2010 Moscow International Car Show. The European premiere of new Nissan Patrol. Audi A1. BMW Vision.