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Waterlogged Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:26AMThe North Platte Telegraph A combination of melting snow, rain and still-frozen ground may lead to some minor flooding along the North Platte River in the North Platte area today and Thursday. The flooding is expected to be in an area starting near Cody Park and Highway 83 west for about four miles.
What's On: March 12 2010 Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:26AMClick to view events in your city.
Ontario honours women who won the war Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:26AMQueen's Park recognizes 16,000 trail-blazing women who built a WWII munitions in Port Credit.
Apple to Start Taking IPad Orders at 5:30 a.m. California Time Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:24AMMarch 12 (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. will begin taking pre- orders for its iPad multimedia tablet computer today at 5:30 a.m. California time.
Mynderse boys basketball uses experience to become state contender Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:22AMMynderse makes a strong turnaround back into the boys basketball state tournament.
Chinese community to launch drive for stem cell donors Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:18AMJason Cheung was really hoping to tell the story of his search for a stem cell donor who could save his life. But he won't be able to.
STU group wants bottled water banned Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:17AMA group of St. Thomas University students has formed a coalition with off-campus environmental interest groups to try to have the university phase out bottled water sales.
News | in brief Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:17AMDrug section officers arrested a man in his late 30s and seized cocaine, marijuana, hashish and ecstasy as a result of a traffic stop Thursday in Fredericton.
Buyers beware Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:17AMMONTREAL - Asian equities notched their third consecutive weekly gain over the past five days.
Thinking the unthinkable … Saratoga without racing Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:16AMSARATOGA SPRINGS — A prominent thoroughbred industry leader is sounding the alarm about the possibility of a Saratoga summer without racing.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-11 09:00 UPDATE 3-BP to pay Devon $7 bln for Brazil, GOM, Azeri fields Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:27AMBy Tom Bergin
Canadian liquidator buys Chrysler's Twinsburg plant for $45.5 million Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:26AMPark Corp. lost its bid to buy Chrysler's Twinsburg stamping plant. The company said it raised its initial $27.5 million bid to $45 million, but another bidder offered more.
WIEF: Acceptance of Islamic branding growing Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:26AMKUALA LUMPUR – Global acceptance of the Islamic brand is growing at a rapid pace based on the keen interest shown by international firms to participate in the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) 2010.
First Look of Sacha Baron Cohen on 'The Simpsons' Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:26AMHe is voicing an angry Israeli tour guide who forces Marge to give him good grades in the comment card.
SPORTS ROUNDUP Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:26AMBOYS’ TENNIS Crescenta Valley 13, Burbank 5: Sweeps by No. 2 singles Chris Kim (6-3, 6-2, 6-2) and No. 2 doubles Eric Khanlarian and Jesse Santos (6-4, 6-2, 6-2) paced the Falcons in a Pacific League win at Burbank on Tuesday.
BP to Pay $7 Billion for Exploration Rights Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:25AMBP to buy exploration rights in Brazil, Azerbaijan, Gulf of Mexico from Devon Energy for $7B Devon Energy - Gulf of Mexico - Brazil - Azerbaijan - Business
Angry e-mails deluged Florida Highway Patrol after Tiger Woods crash Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:23AMORLANDO, Fla. - When Tiger Woods crashed into a fire hydrant and his neighbor's tree in the early-morning...
St. Francis gets win, area bragging rights Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:23AMGLENDALE — For the first match of the season, St. Francis golf Coach Jeff Durfee couldn’t have asked for a better result.
SPORTS ROUNDUP Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:22AMGIRLS’ TRACK AND FIELD Crescenta Valley 70, Canyon 57: The Falcons won their season opener on Thursday at home thanks to big days by Jessica Beerman and Cali King.
Kelso goes back to playing hockey in Ontario, Canada Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:31AMJohn (Dave) KelsoSpecial to the Sun Bodfish is not a town known for being a hotbed of hockey talent, but don't tell that to Brenden Kelso.
Kobe shoots down Raptors in dying moments Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:31AMKobe Bryant hit a 17-foot fallaway jumper with 1.9 seconds left, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied in the fourth quarter to snap their three-game losing streak with a 109-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.
Visible minority population to double by 2031 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:29AMStatistics Canada says the number of visible minorities living in this region will double by 2031.
Coke charge dropped as ex-Tory MP Jaffer pleads guilty to careless driving Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:28AMA former Conservative MP once known for his tough stance on drugs received a “break” when cocaine possession and drunk driving charges were withdrawn in a plea bargain, an Ontario judge said Tuesday.
Most residents stay put as storm comes and goes Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:27AMHeavy rain, thunder and hail Saturday pounded the foothills but caused no major damage. "The entire system performed as it was supposed to perform," said Bob Spencer, Los Angeles County Department of Public Works spokesman.
Dolling up for Childrens Hospital Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:27AMMolly, Samantha, Josefina — the American Girl dolls that feed the imagination of youngsters across the country will take center stage, alongside their fans, this month at the 15th annual Flintridge Guild Childrens Hospital American Girl Fashion Show.
Turf aid helping maintain fields Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:27AMIf you’re wondering why La Cañada High’s junior varsity baseball field still looks so fresh after the beating it received from football and soccer over the last few years, there’s a reason.
Animal abuse registry in works Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:26AMLocal animal shelter officials said they support a potential state law that would create an online registry of animal abusers.
Corporates fail to tap women Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:11PMNEW YORK - THE world's leading firms are failing to capitalise on the talents of women in the workforce, according to a new World Economic Forum (WEF) report on gender disparities in the corporate world. Women are still failing to break into senior management or the boards of companies, said the WEF's Corporate Gender Gap Report released yesterday on International Women's Day.
Rockford Picks Up A Point In Three of Four Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:10PMThe Rockford IceHogs finished Week 23 picking up points in three out of four games with wins against Lake Erie and San Antonio and taking Texas into overtime. The Hogs will close out a five-game road trip with two games in Canada on Friday and Saturday. Rockford will then play their next seven contests at the Rockford MetroCentre.
General Growth gets offer of $3.93B investment Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:09PMCHICAGO (AP) — Shopping mall operator General Growth Properties says two of its creditors have offered to invest $3.93 billion in the company to help it emerge from bankruptcy protection.
General Growth gets offer of $3.93B investment Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:07PMAssociated Press - March 8, 2010 10:04 PM ET CHICAGO (AP) - Shopping mall operator General Growth Properties says 2 of its creditors have offered to invest $3.93 billion in the company to help...
2 of oldest people in US die at 114 and 113 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:05PMWESTMORELAND, New Hampshire (AP) - Two of the oldest people in the world have died on the same day.
General Growth gets offer of $3.93B investment Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:05PMGeneral Growth says Fairholme and Pershing Square offer $3.93 billion investment
Chinese troupe performs in Toronto Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:04PM&$ &$Chinese dancers of a troupe on a tour of North America perform at the Massey Hall in Toronto, Canada, on March 7, 2010. A dazzling performance was staged by the Chinese troupe to celebrate the Spring Festival and show Americans the appealing power of Chinese culture. (Xinhua/Zou Zheng)&$ &$ &$ 【1】
Conversation about growth in global energy demand begins with China Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:04PMHOUSTON -- As a panel of experts pondered the energy world of the future at a posh downtown hotel Monday afternoon, one word persistently cropped up.
Labonte named Paralympic flag bearer Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:03PMPlease read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details
Sledge hockey trio have it all – except nickname Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:02PMBilly Bridges, Brad Bowden and Greg Westlake are the best forward line on the Canadian team out to defend their gold medal at the Vancouver Paralympics beginning next weekend.
Reward offered for return of Crosby's Olympic gear Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:20PMReebok Canada says a $10,000 reward awaits the person who can turn in Sidney Crosby's missing Olympic hockey gear.
Ranches owes $2.5 million for unbuilt Town Hall Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:19PMWhen the town incorporated a decade ago, it borrowed $2.5 million for a new Town Hall.
Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans club a brighter place now Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:18PMThe once dark confines of the Scarlet Lounge in the Army, Navy and Air Force Veteran's of Canada building are a much brighter place these days.[...]
Jen's incredible journey: Charlotte Street Computers' Jennifer Mayer credits one amazing woman for her success Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:18PMIn the back of her Mercedes, Jennifer Mayer keeps a bag packed.
Hewlett-Packard, Sybase, YRC Worldwide: U.S. Equity Preview Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:16PMMarch 7 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of the following companies may have unusual moves in U.S. trading tomorrow. Stock symbols are in parentheses, and prices are as of 5:23 p.m. in New York on March 5.
Royals day in camp | Rained out Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:14PMRoyals vs. Giants, canceled (rain) GAME SUMMARY A steady rain through
Uemura rebounds with World Cup moguls victory Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:13PMINAWASHIRO, Fukushima Pref. (Kyodo) Aiko Uemura put the disappointment of missing out on a Vancouver Olympic medal behind her Sunday by capturing her first World Cup title of the season in the women's moguls at a weather-shortened meet. Uemura, fourth last month in Vancouver, scored 23.00 points to clinch victory in the eighth leg of the World Cup series at Listel Park.
Heil skis to moguls silver medal Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:13PMINAWASHIRO, Japan - Moguls skier Jenn Heil of Spruce Grove, Alta., followed up her silver medal at the Olympic Games with a silver medal in Freestyle FIS World Cup action Sunday.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-07 20:48 CORRECTED-AbitibiBowater union says reaches tentative deal Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:12PMTORONTO, March 7 (Reuters) - AbitibiBowater Inc has reached a tentative labor deal affecting about 4,500 workers and 8,000 retirees, which brings the newsprint maker closer to emerging from bankruptcy protection, the union representing the workers said on Sunday. The Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada (CEP) said the tentative pact to renew its collective bargaining agreement ...
Davis Cup Results Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:12PMViktor Troicki, Serbia, def. John Isner , United States, 7-6 (5), 6-7 (5), 7-5, 6-4. Novak Djokovic, Serbia, def. Sam Querrey , United States, 6-2, 7-6 (4), 2-6, 6-3.
Rudd cuts back travel Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:38AMKEVIN Rudd has begun refining his image in preparations for this year's federal election, cancelling a trip to Washington next month amid ALP concerns about public resentment of his travel habits...
TV Review: 'SNL' recap: Zach drops by Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:36AMAfter a dismal cold-open about President Obama’s health-care reform during which the studio audience was quietly bored, as though it was attending an actual Obama health-care summit, Saturday Night Live perked up considerably with host Zach Galifianakis and his piano musings during the opening monologue, including: “I’ve been in Canada, opening for Miles Davis,” said Galifianakis, then corrected ...
Groupe Aeroplan Q4 profit disappoints, shares slump Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:35AMBANGALORE -- Canada's Groupe Aeroplan, which operates Air Canada's frequent flier program, posted a lower-than-expected quarterly profit, hurt by disappointing billings and refrained from issuing a sp...