James Murdoch condemns 'chilling' expansion of British state broadcaster... Aug 30, 2009
" so the consumer goes elsewhere . What Murdoch wants to do is to get rid of all these elsewheres . However even if he did that he would not get the customers because people would still not pay for crap . What's happening at the moment is that Murdoch's chickens are well and truly coming home to roost . Murdoch snr. has played a big part in the demise of the USA and elsewhere and , largely indirectly , in the economic crash . We are now at a time of massive paradigm shift - it's very much... (The Drudge Report)
Wolves hurdle for League Cup holders Man United Aug 30, 2009
Elsewhere fallen giants Leeds United, currently playing in Division Three, host Liverpool in the tie of the round ... Arsenal vs West Brom, Chelsea vs QPR, Bolton vs West Ham, Barnsley vs Burnley, Hull vs Everton, Leeds vs Liverpool, Manchester United vs Wolves. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
No comments posted. Aug 28, 2009
The Tigers (0-0, 0-0) come into the game coming off of a 27-7 preseason win over the defending Class 3A state champions, the Leeds Green Wave, and are looking to begin a winning streak against Atmore s team. Blue Devils head coach Kyle Davis said this week s game is always worth paying to watch. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Can the internet cure insomnia? Aug 27, 2009
Emma Pritchard, Leeds. I can see how these programs can help many people, but there is danger in "one size fits all" approach. (BBC News -- UK)
High speed railway decision due Aug 26, 2009
However, if it is built along the west coast via Birmingham and Manchester, it would mean cities like Sheffield, Leeds and Newcastle missing out. Rail analyst, Christian Wolmar, said the line might not give the best value for money. (BBC News -- UK)
Australia in peril on dodgy deck prepared to order Aug 22, 2009
Only in Leeds and Cardiff, though, did the visiting captain have the right attack at his disposal. Here Ponting was burdened with four pacers and a part-time spinner. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Peter Roebuck By mid-afternoon Ricky Ponting may already have been ruing the fall of the coin and reflecting upon the balance of his attack. Read more Aug 21, 2009
Only in Leeds and Cardiff did Ponting end up with the right attack at his disposal. Traditionally the Oval favours tall fast bowlers and genuine spinners. (The Age, Australia)
'We still fancy our chances of winning the Ashes' Aug 11, 2009
LONDON: England off-spinner Graeme Swann has said there is no need for knee jerk reactions in the wake of the Leeds defeat against the Australians, and urged England selectors to retain faith in both Ravi Bopara and Ian Bell in next week's Ashes decider. In an article for The Sun, Swann said: "The worst thing England can do is panic in response to one bad performance at Headingley and all the pressure from the pundits. We know we were bad in the fourth Test, the game was a bit of a nightmare, to... (India Times, India)
Australia crush England to level Ashes Aug 10, 2009
LEEDS: Australia thrashed England by an innings and 80 runs as they won the fourth Test at Headingley on Sunday inside three days to level the series at 1-1 and revive their bid to retain the Ashes. The result left the Ashes all square ahead of the fifth and final Test at The Oval starting on August 20. (India Times, India)
4th Ashes Test: Australia on verge of victory Aug 9, 2009
LEEDS: Australia inflicted a dramatic England collapse for the second time in the match as they eyed a fourth Test win inside three days at Headingley that would leave the Ashes level at 1-1. ( ). (India Times, India)
IPL cannot make up for Ashes pleasure: Flintoff Aug 7, 2009
LEEDS: Star all-rounder Andrew Flintoff rates the Ashes rivalry against Australia as the ultimate for an Englishman, which could not be compensated by playing in any number of IPL or World Cup matches. "The Ashes is like nothing else. You can have your World Cups and IPLs, but as an Englishman, to be able to play in the Ashes is the ultimate," said Flintoff, who has decided to prematurely quit Test cricket after the series owing to his recurring injury worries. (India Times, India)
Fairs see huge crowds when they weather recession Aug 7, 2009
State fair spokeswoman Christina Leeds said the event tallied 227,719 people during the first four days of the 12-day event. That's 4,000 more than the same period last year, despite rain on the first day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
In a first, epilepsy halted in mice Aug 6, 2009
LOS ANGELES: Epilepsy sufferers have been given fresh hope after scientists at Leeds prevented the condition from being passed on to mice offspring ... An imbalance of sodium and potassium levels has long been suspected to lead to epileptic seizures, but our study is the first to show beyond any doubt that a defect in this gene is responsible, lead author Steve Clapcote, of the University of Leeds, said ... Epilepsy sufferers have been given fresh hope after scientists at Leeds prevented the... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Get out of London! Aug 6, 2009
It heads for day-trip destinations including gardens of Kent and Sussex, Hever or Leeds Castle, with everything arranged, including fine dining as the countryside flashes by. Decadent perhaps, but a great way to celebrate a special occasion. (iAfrica.com)
Watson raises doubts over Brett Lee's fitness Aug 6, 2009
LEEDS: Brett Lee has declared himself "100 percent" fit for the fourth Ashes Test but his Australian teammate Shane Watson is not sure if the pacer is ready for a comeback. Lee had Wednesday asserted that he was ready for the Headingley game but Watson insisted that one must play competitive cricket before getting back to Test grinding. (India Times, India)
England's media knee-deep in Freddie angst Aug 5, 2009
Below, it read: England will travel to Leeds hoping they have not spurned their opportunity to put the Ashes almost out of Ricky Ponting's reach. It continued: The worry now is that Australia will be galvanised and will come back strongly at Headingley, with Brett Lee set to be restored to their attack and Mitchell Johnson finally starting to justify his hype. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Jordan, Riggs favor AHSAA football changes Aug 4, 2009
T.R. Miller will play a preseason game on Saturday, Aug. 22, in Montgomery against defending 3A state champion Leeds. W.S. Neal will take on Atmore on Thursday, Aug. 20 in Atmore. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Hit-and-miss secret of sperms uncovered Aug 3, 2009
The research by the team 00004000 at the universities of Bradford and Leeds fundamentally changes the understanding of the importance sperm has in the developing embryo ... According to the research, the molecule at the heart of the lock-and-key mechanism is a protein called CTCF. CTCF sets the stage during sperm development, said David Iles, of Leeds University. (India Times, India)
Secret life of sperm unlocked: Report Aug 2, 2009
The research by the team at the universities 00004000 of Bradford and Leeds fundamentally changes the understanding of the importance sperm has in the developing embryo ... According to the research, published in the journal Genome Research, the molecule at the heart of the lock-and-key mechanism is a protein called CTCF. "CTCF sets the stage during sperm development," said Dr David Iles, of the University of Leeds. (India Times, India)
Cardinal Invade Britain Jul 30, 2009
The duo will then travel to Leeds in West Yorkshire, England for the British Short Course Grand Prix from August 6-9. The Grand Prix will also feature members of the Canadian A team, including Cardinal , who will swim Thursday in Rome at the World Aquatics Championships. (Gostanford.com)
Ice cream and health reform Jul 30, 2009
Tim Leeds Havre Daily News. Despite rainy skies and a slow start, organizers of an ice cream social and discussion of health care reform were pleased with the final turnout. (Havre Daily News, MT)
bmi Rolls Out Chauffeur Drive on Key Regional Business Routes Jul 18, 2009
bmi regional operates to Aberdeen; Birmingham; Brussels; Cologne; Copenhagen; East Midlands; Edinburgh; Esbjerg; Glasgow; Groningen; Leeds Bradford; Lyon; Manchester; Norwich; Zurich. bmi is a member of Star Alliance, established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance to offer customers worldwide reach and a smooth travel experience. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Gambhir becomes No.1 Test batsman Jul 16, 2009
He first led the table in November 1994 while last time he occupied the number-one position was in August 2002 after the Leeds Test against England. Overall, Tendulkar has been the number-one batsman for 125 Tests between 1994 and 2002. (India Times, India)
Coach unaware of alleged player payments Jul 13, 2009
" It is understood that Talbot is no longer a member of the Thoroughbreds but Dragons officials said he had not shifted his allegiances to the club since Bennett took charge this season. However, there is speculation that Bennett may be a character witness for Talbot at his court hearing later this year, while Nissen is likely to give further evidence about the generosity of the Macarthur Coal founder. The period of the alleged salary cap breaches is believed to pre-date the appointment of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rwandans to see genocide on big screen Jul 12, 2009
Making of Shooting Dogs triggered panic and flashbacks. Monday 27 March 2006. (Yahoo News -- Rwanda)
* Ma has the option to interfere in judiciary Jul 5, 2009
Chiang Ya-chi is a doctoral student at the University of Leeds School of Law. TRANSLATED BY EDDY CHANG This story has been viewed 351 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Docs give up, Viagra keeps baby alive Jul 2, 2009
Last October his family was told he had between two weeks and two months to live, but after experts from Great Ormond Street heard of his ordeal they visited their Leeds colleagues and suggested Viagra could save him. We cant sit around thinking he wont live into his teens, so instead we are trying to raise money for medical research into his illness in the hope they will find a cure by the time he reaches that stage, Tracey said. (India Times, India)
Clean Beach Council Releases Annual List of Clean and Healthy Beaches National Clean Beaches Week Promotes "Family Beach Safety" Jul 1, 2009
The Blue Wave is the first environmental certification program for beaches in the U.S. Now in its tenth year, the program has been called the "LEEDS" certification for beaches. To become certified, beaches adhere to best management practices in the following areas: water quality, beach and intertidal conditions, hazards/safety, services, habitat conservation, erosion management, public information and education. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Explore Britain for the day Jun 27, 2009
It heads for day-trip destinations including gardens of Kent and Sussex, Hever or Leeds Castle, with everything arranged, including fine dining as the countryside flashes by. Decadent perhaps, but a great way to celebrate a special occasion (see ). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Wash clothes with just a cup of water Jun 23, 2009
Developed at the University of Leeds, the technologyaims save up to 90% of water used by conventional machines, use 30% less energy, and thus can have the environmental impact of taking two million cars off the road ... Stephen Burkinshaw from Leeds developed the technology over the past 30 years ... Developed at the University of Leeds, the technologyaims save up to 90% of water used by conventional machines, use 30% less energy, and thus can have the environmental impact of taking two million... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Revealed: UK set for first face transplants Jun 22, 2009
leeds teaching hospitals nhs trust. leeds. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Expenses scrutiny Jun 20, 2009
We have received an e-mail from Mr Siddiq asking why the Labour MP for Leeds North East had a claim for an Apple iPod Nano listed under his Communication Allowance, and wondering what he was using this for. In a statement, a spokesman for Mr Hamilton has told us that the iPod was for private use and was purchased at the same time as office computer equipment and should have been billed separately: "The inclusion of the item on the claim was a mistake spotted by Fabian who very quickly informed... (BBC News -- UK)
Oz player bashed in UK, loses speech Jun 19, 2009
He was punched on the face and hit his head on the ground during the bashing in Leeds early on Sunday morning. An ambulance took him to Leeds General Infirmary and he was later moved into the high dependency unit, Daily Telegraph reported on Friday. (India Times, India)
News from MSU Media Relations--May 29 May 29, 2009
long jump, 4x100-meter relay; Bridgett Rose (Junior, Leeds, Ala. 100-meter hurdles, 4x100-meter relay; Marrissa Harris (Senior, Memphis, Tenn. (GenesPage.com)
Orenco Presbyterian Church plans centennial celebration May 27, 2009
Rev. Gelvin (1918-24), Rev. George Pratt (1925-32), Rev. T.C. Duncan (1932-37), Dr. R.J. Diven (1937) and Dr. Harry Leeds (1940-53) brought the church into the mid-29th-century. CONTINUED 1. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
College golf: Wranglers ready to compete at NJCAA Championships May 19, 2009
for the NJCAA Division I National Championship from left are Ganeev Giddie, Ross Leeds, Diego Castilla, Zach Stokes, Mark Penny and Mac Walrath ... And sophomore Mark Penny, who shares the No. 1 status with sophomore Ross Leeds, is back from a scary experience at the Western Junior College Athletic Conference in Ruidoso, N.M., April 26-27 ... Leeds played at Hampton Cove last spring and shared his experience with his teammates. (Odessa American, TX)
Occasional Socceroo Viduka may have left his run too late May 17, 2009
MILLWALL MANIACS " The fans like a scrap," said Millwall striker Jason Price ahead of last weekend's play-off for promotion to England's second-tier Championship League with Leeds United (remember them ... "We're looking forward to it. There has been more said about the fans fighting than there has been about the game." So there were no surprises when four Millwall "fans" were arrested during the game after they invaded the pitch and flicked a lit cigarette at Leeds goalkeeper Casper Ankergren. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Plant to grind rough fish into something useful May 15, 2009
Heartland Processing LLC is the brainchild of Holden, an environmentalist and Rockford-based reproductive endocrinologist, and Dr. Tim Leeds, an Iowa-based obstetrician ... So Holden and Leeds bought the building and the processing equipment to grind the fish into a slurry, which is blast-heated and turned into a powdered protein and used for cattle food ... The technology that we re using is really a green technology, Leeds said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mace Group Centralizes Training by Implementing Enterprise Knowledge Platform May 14, 2009
" About NetDimensions Established in 1999 and listed on the London Stock Exchange (AIM: NETD), NetDimensions is a global provider of performance, knowledge and learning management systems. The company's key products include the Enterprise Knowledge Platform (EKP), the Enterprise Assessment Platform (EAP) and the Enterprise Content Platform (ECP). NetDimensions products and services help companies deliver and manage corporate training, career development, assessment and certification programs,... (PR Newswire)
MPs' expenses claims 2007-8 May 12, 2009
MPs' expenses in detail. The table below sets out the full range of MPs' expenses. (BBC News -- UK)
Why Star Wars movies still matter May 7, 2009
Mike Smith, Leeds, UK. I recall seeing Return of the Jedi in Tunbridge Wells when it had just come out. (BBC News)
May 2009 Geology media highlights May 5, 2009
Schwertmannite in wet, acid, and oxic microenvironments beneath polar and polythermal glaciers R. Raiswell et al., Earth and Biosphere Institute, School of Earth and Environment, Leeds University, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK. Pages 431-434. Chemical conditions beneath glaciers are difficult to observe and are usually studied by sampling meltwaters emerging from glacial oulets or drill holes. (EurekAlert!)
UK: BAE Sys to cut 500 jobs May 2, 2009
The firm would see closing down plants at Guildford, Leeds and Telford, which would result in about 300 jobs. According to the statement, all the sites are in the company's Global Combat Systems (GCS) Vehicles and Weapons businesses, which currently employ 1,820 people in the UK.. (India Times)
Suicides 'unchanged by pill ban' Apr 28, 2009
" Professor David Cottrell, spokesman for the charity Young Minds and dean of medicine at the University of Leeds, said the results could suggest the risk of suicide with antidepressants was all a "big red herring", but also that the change in advice and more careful monitoring had mitigated any risk associated with reduced prescribing. "It depends which way you look at it but I think it's good news. "There's no evidence of a rise in suicide which means young people are still being treated;... (BBC News -- Health)
Now, monitors to keep virtual playgrounds safe Apr 20, 2009
NetModerator, a software tool built by Crisp Thinking, a company based in Leeds, England, can monitor online chat for intent as well as content, says Andrew Lintell, the companys chief executive. The software is integrated into a virtual worlds site. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Need to know: Facebook new terms... Apr 18, 2009
Dawson International: The cashmere group s biggest shareholder Leeds Group, controlled by Peter Gyllenhammar, the Swedish activist investor has begun an attempt to oust Mike Hartley as chairman of Dawson. Beer duty: The Treasury faces a shortfall of 242 million in tax revenue because of pub closures since the last Budget, and should scrap its planned duty increase in the Budget on Wednesday, the British Beer & Pub Association said. (New York Post -- Business)
Dawson fights approach from Leeds..00004000. Apr 18, 2009
Dawson fights approach from Leeds Group to oust the cashmere company chairman - Times Online ... Dawson fights approach from Leeds Group to oust the cashmere company chairman ... Leeds Group, which is controlled by Peter Gyllenhammar, the Swedish activist investor, wants to replace him on an interim basis with David Bolton, one of its nominees, who has been on the board since last July. (New York Post -- Business)
Bank's Barker backs 'risky' 100%... Apr 17, 2009
Bank's Barker backs 'risky' 100% mortgages - Times Online. The Times and Sunday Times for less. (New York Post -- Business)
Thailand's Political Polarization May Bring More Chaos in `Land of Smiles' Apr 16, 2009
It gets harder and harder to see any way out or reasonable way forward for Thailand, said , a professor of Southeast Asian politics at the University of Leeds. Both sides have lost sight of reason in their absolute determination to thwart the other. (Bloomberg)
Job loss cities revealed in study Apr 14, 2009
Leeds, Glasgow, Sheffield, Hull, Manchester, Bradford, Kirklees, Liverpool and Bristol also saw big increases in joblessness ... 3% Leeds: Number of claimants rose from 12,628 to 21,558, from 2 ... "It is to be hoped that the forthcoming Budget focuses more attention on the large cities - Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham - that can drive the recovery, as well as recognising which areas need the most support to survive and prepare for better times.". (BBC News -- UK)
Call for Artists : Artist in Residence 2009 Apr 11, 2009
Quick Arts Access: Birmingham (23) Brighton (40) Bristol (26) Cambridge (27) Cardiff (26) Edinburgh (39) Glasgow (47) Leeds (24) Liverpool (20) London (773) Manchester (56) Nottingham (42) Oxford (21). - S1 Artspace - Portland Museum of Art - Duncan Miller Gallery - Bonner David Galleries - Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations - Artists' Haven - North Central College - Yeshiva University Museum - Galleri Riddaren - Paul Engle Center for Arts - Smithtown Township Arts Council. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Rain fails to dampen spirits at world marbles championship Apr 11, 2009
Defending champions the Yorkshire Meds, from Leeds, won the world title again. One of their team, Halim Tata, also won the individual competition. (BBC News -- UK)
Downturn 'hits regional airports' Apr 11, 2009
Luton, Leeds Bradford and Liverpool all charge a 3 fee to fast-track passengers through security, while Bristol airport charges 5. Blackpool and Norwich charge a mandatory airport development fee per passenger. (BBC News -- UK)
9,000 jobs go at Royal Bank of Sc... Apr 8, 2009
stan white, leeds, england ... The story of Brian Clough's doomed 44 days at Leeds United and a look at the evolution of the beautiful game. (New York Post -- Business)
Norquay sentenced to 65 years Apr 7, 2009
Tim Leeds Havre Daily News. Kim Allen Norquay of Havre, born in 1979, was sentenced Friday in state District Court in Havre to 65 years in prison for the murder of Lloyd Lucky Kvelstad. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Robinho off the hook Apr 7, 2009
Robinho always denied any wrongdoing relating to an alleged incident at the Space nightclub in Leeds, northern England, and a spokesperson for West Yorkshire police said: "Following a report of a serious sexual assault that occurred at a nightclub in Leeds on January 14, 2009, the matter was investigated and a man was arrested and released on police bail. "A file was submitted to the CPS (Crown Prosecution Service) who decided that no further action should be taken. " Robinho's advisor, Chris... (iAfrica.com)
Why Varun Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee faked a foreign degree Apr 5, 2009
Robert Irvine: This celebrity chef claimed he had a degree in food and nutrition from the University of Leeds. It was refuted by the academic establishment. (India Times)
Electro adventure Apr 3, 2009
Primary schools in Leeds. Grapefruit diet 'blood clot risk. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Bafana need a targetman' Apr 2, 2009
When asked who could possibly step into the shoes of 1996 African Nations Cup winner Masinga, who also starred for Leeds United in the English Premiership and in the tough Italian Serie A for Bari, Igesund said: "Two names come to mind. Glen Salmon, who has had a good season for SuperSport United and Terror Fanteni. Both these players can play with their backs to the goal and lay off the ball to attacking team-mates. But if they are not considered, then we should be looking now for a big striker... (iAfrica.com)
Fighting for the battlefield Apr 2, 2009
Tim Leeds Havre Daily News. Representatives of the National Park Service said Tuesday that they are willing to listen to comments by supporters of building a visitors center at Bear Paw Battlefield south of Chinook, although that is not the preferred alternative in an environmental assessment recently completed by the agency. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Evil, be gone! Mar 30, 2009
Together with Hamidi Abdul Rahman, chairman of UK-based Professional Islamic Support and Nurture Group (Pisang), Trimizi will conduct an intensive course on treating illnesses caused by the unseen in Bicester, Manchester and Leeds from April 10 to May 24. The pair will also hold a series of free mobile screening clinics in those cities as well as in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne from April 12 to May 24. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Kite's real loss puts daily grind into perspective Mar 30, 2009
After Rob's death of heart failure in his sleep in November, Brent eventually decided not to travel with the Manly squad to Britain for the World Club Challenge against Leeds, spending much of his off-season with family. "It is hard," Kite said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
What is it about trains in movies? Mar 28, 2009
Jack Howard, Leeds, UK. Trains are a social and sociable form of transport - people interact on them. (BBC News -- UK)
The (makeup) gospel according to Luke Mar 22, 2009
"If I knew, I could bottle it. I haven't a clue!" said the single mum, a former taxi dispatcher who lives with her mother and son in South Shields, northeast of Leeds. Reached by telephone, she took a moment to consider. (Globe and Mail)
Groups to parade the Old Forts Trail Mar 21, 2009
Tim Leeds Havre Daily News. A marketing plan is under way to tie together the units of the Old Forts Trail, including international advertising that could bring new tourism trade to Fort Assinniboine south of Havre and to other tourist attractions in the Havre area. (Havre Daily News, MT)
