Wragg of Mantria: SEC jumped the gun Nov 20, 2009
Wragg of Mantria says SEC jumped the gun in filing Ponzi lawsuit - Philadelphia Business Journal ... Philadelphia Business Journal - by Staff Writer ... City Guide Spotlight - Philadelphia. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Basketball Continues Four-Game Road Trip Nov 19, 2009
The Philadelphia native inherited a 2-25 team when he took over in 1995-96 and won seven, 11, 19, 22 and 24 games over the next five seasons. From 1997-2000, Lafayette was 65-24 overall and 31-5 in the conference with two NCAA Tournament appearances. (Goleopards.com)
How was the Yanks' championship video created? Take an inside look at the exhaustive process. Nov 19, 2009
Depending on which two of the four remaining teams is victorious, the three film crews that cover each World Series matchup could travel to Dodger Stadium and Angel Stadium in Los Angeles, to Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia or Yankee Stadium in New York. At this moment, it's all up in the air, so they have to plan for everything. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
US stocks falter on home construction data Nov 19, 2009
Henry Smith, chief investment officer at Haverford Trust Co in Philadelphia, said that despite these setbacks, the equity market was experiencing tailwinds from low interest rates, government stimulus spending and signs of economic recovery. "We are of the continued belief that right now, the tailwinds propelling the market are still outweighing the headwinds," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Chicago Pair Linked To Mumbai Attack Plan Nov 19, 2009
CHICAGO, Nov. 19, 2009. FBI Thinks Terror Plot Suspects Had Ties To Pakistan Terror Group. (CBS News)
Road win yields confidence Nov 19, 2009
Instead, it was in Philadelphia. With the opening game against Drexel came a tough task for the Lions -- winning on the road. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Art and cultural packages, from $169 per night Nov 18, 2009
Find the inner artist in you in cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, Paris ... From now through December 30, the Park Hyatt Philadelphia is offering a fantastic deal, from $169/night, which includes two VIP tickets to the Diana: A Celebration exhibit a special opportunity for guests to pay homage to the great Princess of Wales at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. (MSNBC -- Travel)
VC creates jobs, but not enough Nov 18, 2009
A Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia survey of private economists this week was equally gloomy: "The job market looks weaker now than it did three months ago.". Some start-ups at the Intel conference said they would welcome help from the government to grow faster. (India Times)
NFC East: Cowboys come crashing down after strong run Nov 18, 2009
The Redskins, 0-4 as the visitor thus far in 2009, will travel to Philadelphia in Week 12. PHILADELPHIA: The Philadelphia Eagles missed out on a chance to tie Dallas for the NFC East's top spot with this past Sunday's 31-23 loss at San Diego, a game which brought back a double-bad case of deja vu for the team ... While Philadelphia won't have to deal with any more cross-country excursions over the remainder of the regular season, the injury running back Brian Westbrook sustained against the... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Connecticut Road Trip Nov 18, 2009
(70 miles west of New York City and 60 miles north of Philadelphia) on the banks of the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers, Lafayette is a small liberal arts school with a renowned engineering program ... She earned Philadelphia All-Catholic League honors as a sophomore and senior, and picked up All-Delaware County honors her junior and senior seasons. (Patriotleague.com)
Orchestra plays epic Rings score Nov 18, 2009
Other performances of the Rings music are due to take place in Antwerp, London, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle and Pittsburgh. "It's somewhat of a community educational event," Shore said. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
Man on diverted jet denies being unruly Nov 18, 2009
BOSTON - A Scottish man who was branded unruly and disruptive by the flight crew on a Philadelphia-to-London jet that was diverted to Boston has been ordered held on $300 bail ... They say he then became belligerent and demanded to be taken back to Philadelphia. (MSNBC -- Travel)
On The Clock With Patrick Gaul Nov 18, 2009
My parents are both from Philly, so all the Philadelphia sports team. I grew up rooting for the Phillies. (Und.com)
Surf's up... in China? Nov 17, 2009
An amateur surfer from California who previously taught English in China, Sheridan most recently worked at a Philadelphia bank processing electronic payments "a crummy office job looking at spreadsheets all day," he said. Intrigued by the thought of China's surf potential, he quit his US day job three years ago and came to Hainan, where he eventually started Surfing Hainan, which organises lessons and day trips to the island's breaks. (iAfrica.com)
Stealing Away Nov 17, 2009
Syracuse to Philadelphia - $109 round trip ... Syracuse to Philadelphia - $178 round trip. (Daily Orange, NY)
Trials of a sports prodigy Nov 17, 2009
A big man -- 6-foot-10 in 1975 when the Philadelphia 76ers drafted him out of high school -- Dawkins wasn't in awe of the stars of the era, he said. "I had watched the big men play, and I noticed big men go straight up and down the floor, beat on each other and were responsible for shutting down anybody that comes in the lane. I thought, 'I can do that,' " he said. (CNN)
AP TRAVEL AND LEISURE DIGEST for week of Nov. 16 Nov 17, 2009
Frank Lloyd Wright synagogue tours - Philadelphia. Daisy Bates house tours - Little Rock. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Einfrank's Second Leads Bears at Binghamton Open Nov 17, 2009
The Bears will be back in action next weekend, when they travel to Philadelphia to compete in the Keystone Classic. Brown University Athletics | 235 Hope St. Box 1932 | Providence, RI 02912. (Brownbears.com)
'Jacks Remain 15th in TSN Top 25 Poll Nov 17, 2009
Jacks Remain 15th in TSN Top 25 Poll - SFA OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Jacks Remain 15th in TSN Top 25 Poll. (Sfajacks.com)
McGhee quarterbacks Bulldogs over Philadelphia in 3A playoffs Nov 17, 2009
PHILADELPHIA - Franklin County quarterback Edward McGhee knew before the season he had some big shoes to fill as he replaced All-State and Southern Miss signee Jamie Collins, a 3-year starter ... Surrounded by a solid running game and a physical, smash-mouth defense, the Bulldogs ousted Philadelphia from the second round of the 3A State Playoffs Friday night 20-7 ... The Bulldogs (10-3) used a full dose of running as Darnell Ford, Jermaine Stander, Milton Griffin, and McGhee sprinted left and... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Women's basketball signs five Nov 17, 2009
The Auburn women's basketball team (1-0) will continue its season at 6 p.m. CT, Tuesday as the Tigers travel to Philadelphia, Pa. to take on Temple (1-0). (Auburn Sports -- Rivals.com)
Celebrating the world's worst travel disasters Nov 16, 2009
-- The worst hotel, Howie Shapiro, former travel editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer: "I was in Barcelona with my wife, and we just walked along the street looking for a hotel. We spotted one, and I remember thinking how friendly they looked. It wasn't until after we checked in that I realized it was a whore house. When my wife removes her hearing aid to go to sleep, she's nearly deaf, so she couldn't hear a thing. The next day I said, 'We have to leave this brothel,' and my wife said 'Why? I... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Local airport to offer free WiFi Nov 16, 2009
The University Park Airport hosts United Airlines, Delta/Northwest Airlines, US Airways and private flights, reaching Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Detroit. Representatives of the Centre County Airport Authority were unavailable for comment by press time Sunday. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Pimp My Bus Ride: Hip Intercity Motor Coaches Nov 16, 2009
So when my ultra-cool 29-year-old cousin started raving about her regular bus trips from New York City to Philadelphia, where her fianc is in grad school, I figured maybe it was time to review my old bias ... BoltBus, a joint venture launched last year by Greyhound and Peter Pan that covers Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City and Boston, offers the same $1 deals as MegaBus, whose routes include the Northeast corridor and major college towns in the Midwest ... On a recent Friday... (Time.com)
Palin publicity tour part campaign, part Twitter- and Facebook-fest Nov 16, 2009
No stops are planned in Seattle, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and other major cities and book-buying communities that are standard for authors on the road, but where the voters tend to be Democrats. Beyond a Nov. 16 television interview with Oprah Winfrey, nothing is scheduled for Chicago. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
#4 Kyle Borshoff and Jasen Borshoff Go 3-0 at ACC Challenge; #16 Eagles Drop Three Duals Nov 16, 2009
American will return to the mats next Sunday, November 22, at the Keystone Classic in Philadelphia, Pa. The Eagles finished third at last season's Keystone Classic while crowning two champions and placing seven wrestlers on the podium. (Patriotleague.com)
Chargers Hang on for Fourth Straight Win Nov 16, 2009
With San Diego's defense giving yards in bunches, the offense came through with a 12-play scoring drive late in the game as the Chargers held off the Philadelphia Eagles for a 31-23 victory. The win pulls San Diego into a tie atop the AFC West. (ChargersUpdate.com)
LeBrons late 3 lifts Shaq-less Cavaliers Nov 15, 2009
He would be following another star in Julius Erving, who wore No. 6 with the Philadelphia 76ers. Its nothing about who made it famous, James said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jags Fans: Who to cheer for... Nov 15, 2009
Philadelphia at San Diego Big NFC vs. AFC matchup and Jaguars fans need the Eagles to travel to the west coast and pull off a minor upset. A San Diego loss would drop them to 5-4 which would tie them with Jacksonville, provided they beat the Jets. (JagsInsider.com)
Blazers lose Outlaw to stress fracture in foot Nov 15, 2009
Luol Deng ended with 19 points and nine rebounds, while Kirk Hinrich added 19 points and seven assists to lead Chicago to a 94-88 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. Rudy Gay and O.J. Mayo each scored 19 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 97-87 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Census office opens in Johnstown Nov 15, 2009
That s why the local effort to participate and help make the count as accurate as possible is already ramping up (Somerset Daily American, PA)
The golden glow Nov 15, 2009
Lee Trevino once said as much before going into an 18-hole play-off with Nicklaus at the 1971 US Open at Merion in Philadelphia. Asked in company with Nicklaus what he thought of his chances, Trevino replied: "Jack, in my dreams, you always win." He didn't the Merry Mex did. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Using Art to Stimulate the Economy Nov 15, 2009
Kern reports that tickets are being purchased by people in New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia a nearly unprecedented reach for the local arts community, and something a single organization would have had trouble doing on its own. Related. (ABC News)
Julien tries to cushion blow by giving dead-on tips to His misfiring shooters Nov 14, 2009
Other teams likely to be interested in Forsberg include Philadelphia, Vancouver, and the Rangers. Because of his foot issues, Forsberg may not be suited to play center in the NHL.. (Boston Globe)
Women's Basketball Set to Kick Off 2009-2010 Campaign Friday Night In Philadelphia Nov 14, 2009
La Salle Explorers (0-0 overall, 0-0 A10) Loyola Greyhounds (0-0 overall, 0-0 MAAC) When: Friday, November 13 Where: Tom Gola Arena (Philadelphia, Pa ... Friday, the `Hounds will travel up to Philadelphia for a 7 p.m. contest against La Salle, before returning to Evergreen for Sunday's home-opener against Army. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Taking the kids this holiday season Nov 14, 2009
Michael Bryant / Philadelphia InquirerNikki Cullifer, 10, of Philadelphia, Pa. waits patiently in line for the next available US Airways ticket agent so she can get a boarding pass for a flight to North Carolina. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Avoid a customer-service nightmare Nov 13, 2009
When you encounter bad service, as Jenni Brand did on a recent flight from Philadelphia to Chicago, it's easy for the situation to spiral out of control. It began when a flight attendant spilled water on her. (CNN)
Gridiron Grump: A tip of the hat to those Jacks Nov 13, 2009
Philadelphia at San Diego: Big Boy Andy s Eagles took a dive vs. the Cowpokes last week, and the slide will continue against a team that just knows how to win close games. Charge Cards 21, Cheese Steaks 16. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Class of Six Chosen For MU Athletics ... Nov 13, 2009
His aggressive style kept Philadelphia at or near the top of the NFL in nearly every major defensive category since joining Andy Reid's staff on January 22, 1999 ; From 2000-08, Johnson's units ranked second in the NFL in sacks (390), 3rd down efficiency (34 ... During his 10-year tenure in Philadelphia, the Eagles earned seven playoff berths, five trips to the NFC Championship game and one Super Bowl appearance (following the 2004 season). (Mutigers.com)
Illini Open At Temple Friday; Host Siena Sunday Nov 13, 2009
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 // 7 p.m. ET / 6 CT // McGonigle Hall (3,900) // Philadelphia, Pa ... Quick Hits Tip-off: Illinois opens its 36th season of women's basketball Friday night when it faces the Temple Owls in Philadelphia. (Fightingillini.com)
The dome: Could Birmingham ever recoup the dollars? Nov 13, 2009
Birmingham s situation is far from unique, he said, citing cities like San Diego, Nashville, Indianapolis and Philadelphia that have convention center expansions in the works. The potentially long-term impact of the economic recession has been decline in convention center attendance. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
They Will Be Gunning For Cubs Nov 13, 2009
44 ERA. He then was shelled in Game 4 of the NL Division Series against Philadelphia, leading to the Brewers' elimination ... That would break the American professional sports record they share with the 1933-48 Philadelphia Phillies, who were so bad that they changed their name to the Blue Jays for two seasons during that streak in an attempt to change their image. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
DonBanksInside The NFL Giants and Cowboys prove NFL seasons can change in a hurry. Nov 13, 2009
The loss at New Orleans begat an equally disturbing defeat at home to the Cardinals, which begat a rout in Philadelphia, which begat Sunday's late-game meltdown against the visiting Chargers, who somehow got out of the Meadowlands with a 21-20 win ... "The [red] zone decisions are my responsibility. They are nobody else's. No one else made a mistake. The quarterback did not make a mistake. The decision was mine.'' Maybe, and it's a big maybe, the Giants' swoon wouldn't be quite so painful were... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Thomas Properties receives REIT award Nov 13, 2009
The' REITWorld gave its Leaders in the Light Gold award to , a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Philadelphia and Los Angeles ... Thomas Properties Group owns and operates properties in Texas, California, Philadelphia and Virginia. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
China's Ctrip Exceeds Views As Profit Soars Nov 12, 2009
The Philadelphia semiconductor index rose 1. 3. (Investors Business Daily)
Bucs announce Spring Training schedule Nov 12, 2009
The Pirates will actually end Spring Training in Philadelphia next April and not in Bradenton. The Pirates and Phillies, who will face each other four times during the Grapefruit League season, will play exhibition games at Citizens Bank Park on April 2 and 3. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Pirates face Phillies six times in spring schedule Nov 12, 2009
Six games with the Philadelphia Phillies -- including two in Citizens Bank Park April 2-3 -- and four with the Tampa Bay Rays dot the 33-game Pirates' spring schedule, the club announced yesterday ... After meeting twice before (March 6 and 15), they meet at Philadelphia's spring home in Clearwater, Fla ... Then they travel for a night game in Philadelphia April 2 and an afternoon game the next day, before the regular season opens with the Pirates at home against the Los Angeles Dodgers April 5.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
S.F. firm designing Iraq stadium Nov 12, 2009
It certainly has the cred, having done similar work on NFL and NBA stadiums in Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and Seattle, not to mention Cal Memorial Stadium's renovation. Although the Basra project is well under way, the site is still being "secured," which means the San Francisco team's time spent there has been limited. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Lady Rebels win big Nov 12, 2009
The Lady Rebels will travel to Philadelphia Saturday for another tournament before visiting Forest next Tuesday. Advertising. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
EC Warriors rally to clip Tigers; Lady Warriors roll Nov 12, 2009
Other point makers were Danielle Cole of Philadelphia and Shantell Neely of Searcy, Ark. nine each; Hannah Lee of Leake Academy, eight; Jakiala McWilliams of Neshoba Central, Alise Bryant of Northwest Rankin and Sharae Pigues of Olive Branch, seven each; Sierra Croff of Newton County and Quentinette Odom of Scott Central, six each; Yolanda Jones of Lake, five; Demetria Slocum of Bradford High School, Starke, Fla. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
US Air flight attendants to picket Friday Nov 12, 2009
The Tempe-based airlines also is dropping flights to a number of destinations and postponing a planned flight between Philadelphia and Beijing. The jobs cuts will occur through the first half of next year and impact 200 pilots, 150 flight attendants and 600 service and ramp positions. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Rollins, Victorino earn NL Gold Gloves Nov 12, 2009
Philadelphia shortstop earned his third consecutive Gold Glove and Phillies center fielder won for the second straight time ... Philadelphia failed in its attempt to repeat, losing to the in six games last week. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Basketball teams open with wins Nov 12, 2009
Philadelphia High School's girls and both Choctaw Central teams picked up victories in the Choctaw Central Classic ... Philadelphia jumped out to a 37-17 lead at the half and really turned it on in the second half after making some adjustments ... "We have changed our offensive and defensive systems from last year and have been working on it since April," Philadelphia Coach Tristan Howell said. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Tigers play Yanks six times in spring Nov 11, 2009
DETROIT -- The Tigers will have six Spring Training matchups with the World Series champion New York Yankees, and four with the National League champion Philadelphia Phillies, according to the spring schedule the Tigers unveiled Tuesday ... Detroit will face Philadelphia on back-to-back days March 11-12 -- first in Clearwater, then in Lakeland. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
US Airways expands Charlotte service Nov 11, 2009
US Airways will also offer flights to Sacramento from Philadelphia International Airport ... from Charlotte and Philadelphia. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
US Airways alters frequent-flier rules Nov 11, 2009
Philadelphia Business Journal ... Arizona-based US Airways (NYSE:LCC) is the dominant carrier at Philadelphia International Airport ... City Guide Spotlight - Philadelphia. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Airlines: Thanksgiving travel may dip 4% Nov 11, 2009
Airlines expect 4% drop in Thanksgiving travel - Philadelphia Business Journal ... Philadelphia Business Journal ... City Guide Spotlight - Philadelphia. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Orchestra plays epic Rings score Nov 11, 2009
Other performances of the Rings music are due to take place in Antwerp, London, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle and Pittsburgh. "It's somewhat of a community educational event," Shore said. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
Georgia High School Football Daily Spotlight: Class AAAAA Playoff Preview Nov 10, 2009
Creekside, home to Heisman candidate Eric Berry of Vols, will travel to Carrolton High, the home of the Philadelphia Eagles and UGA s Reggie Brown. Both teams are 9 and 1, and this game ought to be a barn-burner. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Philly transit strike over, governor says Nov 10, 2009
PHILADELPHIA Gov. Ed Rendell says a transit strike that shut down Philadelphia's buses, subways and trolleys for nearly a week is over. The governor announced early today that the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority reached an agreement with its largest labor union on new contract provisions to end the strike. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Nov 10, 2009
Take Philadelphia, where the transit workers are on strike. They want a 4 percent raise and bigger pension contributions while the taxpayers are getting killed. (Fox News)
Point Park brings MBA program to workplaces Nov 10, 2009
Adapting to Learn: Companies take advantage of opportunity to have MBA program brought to workplace - Pittsburgh Business Times. for free extra services. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Airlines boost on-time arrivals in September Nov 10, 2009
A Sept. 21 Delta flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta sat on the ground for four hours, 35 minutes; and an American flight on the same day from Dallas-Fort Worth to Tulsa, Okla. was stuck for four hours and 27 minutes. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Game Story: Giants 17, Eagles 40 Nov 10, 2009
Turning point: Eagles CB kept Philadelphias game-opening momentum going when he picked off an pass intended for ... The Giants received about their only break of the first half late in the second quarter when an interception by deep in Philadelphia territory was negated because Brown was called for defensive holding ... In three trips inside the Philadelphia 20-yard line, New York was able to score a pair of TDs. (The Insiders -- Wisconsin Prep)
Low-cost airlines gain ground against full-price rivals Nov 10, 2009
1999: America West -- Phoenix, Las Vegas, Columbus US Airways -- Charlotte, Baltimore-Washington, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Reagan Washington, New York LaGuardia, Boston 2009: Charlotte, Philadelphia, Phoenix. Its operations are shrinking. (USA Today -- Money)
