DJ Kool Herc played the first Hip Hop parties in the Bronx. In a park or in an apartment on Sedgwrick and Cedar to be exact. DJ Marley Marl gave radio play that sparked the careers of many of the...
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Got Rice? Show on KTUH
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Debauchery, the Historic District's latest addition to nightlife
Examiner Bars & Clubs Channel Articles28 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amOk. Admit it. You love the name. And if you don't, you're no fun. Even their catch phrase is great: Come for the decadence. . . stay for the Debauchery! Debauchery is... -
The "Smart Grid": What is it? Should I care?
Examiner Business & Finance Channel Articles28 Jan 2012 | 3:55 amThe smart grid is an effort underway that implements the latest technology available to improve electrical grid distribution here in the USA and abroad. If you live in North Texas, you probably have Oncor as your local electrical distribution... -
The Five Levels of Resume Evolution
Examiner Careers & Workplace Channel Articles27 Jan 2012 | 11:22 pmTwice a week or so I get a resume in the mail with a note saying "Can you please look at my resume and make word changes to improve it?" I can't do that, but if... -
Tributes to Mary Dempsey and Jayne Carr Thompson
Examiner Education & Schools Channel Articles28 Jan 2012 | 2:57 amOn Friday, there were tributes to Chicago Public Library Commissioner Mary Dempsey and Chicago Public Library Board President Jayne Carr Thompson, both of whom resigned this week, in Illinois State Library (ISL) Communications Manager Pat McGuckin...
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Got Rice? Show on KTUH
28 Jan 2012 | 5:36 amDJ Kool Herc played the first Hip Hop parties in the Bronx. In a park or in an apartment on Sedgwrick and Cedar to be exact. DJ Marley Marl gave radio play that sparked the careers of many of the... -
CBS hit series 'The Big Bang Theory' auditions and casting information
28 Jan 2012 | 5:20 amWarner Bros. Television and Chuck Lorre Production's hit CBS multi-camera sitcom "The Big Bang Theory" is currently in production on it's fifth season and casting for principal actors and extras is ongoing in... -
This day in Royal History: January 28th
28 Jan 2012 | 5:16 amWhat happened in Royal History on January 28th?814: Charlemagne, King of the Franks and Emperor of the Romans dies1061: Duke Spytihnev II, Duke of Bohemia dies1271: Isabella of Aragon, wife and queen to King Philip III of France dies1312... -
The Artist, Meryl Streep win at Australian Academy International Awards
28 Jan 2012 | 5:09 amThe Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts announced the winners of its newly launched AACTA International Awards recognizing International Achievements in Film in the following five award categories: Best Film, Best Director, Best... -
Andrew Scott has Moriarty's hair
28 Jan 2012 | 3:22 amWhen Andrew Scott was performing in the play Emperor and Galilean during the summer of 2011 he was also filming Sherlock. When one is acting basically day and night for certain periods of time, expedience may be called for.Looks...
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Debauchery, the Historic District's latest addition to nightlife
28 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amOk. Admit it. You love the name. And if you don't, you're no fun. Even their catch phrase is great: Come for the decadence. . . stay for the Debauchery! Debauchery is... -
Siggy's All American Bar in Palm Bay, FL
27 Jan 2012 | 11:43 pmSiggy's is one of those enigmas in the bars-in-a-strip-mall category. They don't just exist. They actually thrive. I never know how places like that do it, but Siggy'... -
Westshore Area offers sports bars and catering for conventioneer's happy hours
27 Jan 2012 | 10:39 pmWhether it’s a conference or get together, don’t overlook the local hotel amenities centered near the airport in the Westshore area. DoubleTree’s renovated Players Sports Pub is a spicy sports bar, illuminated by... -
Live Music on Saturdays and Sundays at Malabar Mo's in Malabar/Palm Bay, FL
27 Jan 2012 | 10:11 pmMalabar Mo's is located on the southwest corner of U.S.1 and Malabar Rd. in the Malabar/Palm Bay area just across the street from the Indian River. This is a great place to get an... -
Limo
27 Jan 2012 | 7:49 pmThe bar at Limo on Nw Everett and Westover is a cozy space. With only 8 spots, it has an air of secrecy in a neighborhood full of bars. They only serve wine, beer, great ambiance, friendly service and delicious...
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The "Smart Grid": What is it? Should I care?
28 Jan 2012 | 3:55 amThe smart grid is an effort underway that implements the latest technology available to improve electrical grid distribution here in the USA and abroad. If you live in North Texas, you probably have Oncor as your local electrical distribution... -
Suspect arrested for Doyle homocide
28 Jan 2012 | 2:21 amSheriff Freedom Crawford has announced that Charles Bowman Bowen, a 46 year old Florida man, has been arrested and charged with Negligent Homicide in regards to the death of Brian Doyle.Doyle's body was found in the... -
Miles City Father/Son duo plead guilty to marijuana charges
27 Jan 2012 | 10:49 pmA chapter in Miles City marijuana history has come one step closer to a close in federal court with guilty pleas by Richard Giles Flor, 68 and his adult son Justin Lane Flor, 34. Sentencing for each is set... -
Shopko soon in Sidney
27 Jan 2012 | 10:34 pmSidney and Glasgow will be getting some expanded choices in their largest variety stores sometime in the next year. Shopko, has announced they are in the process of merging with Pamida stores. The deal is expected to close in mid... -
"America has a debt problem and a failure of leadership." (Part I)
27 Jan 2012 | 10:23 pmOn January 11th, President Barack Obama sent Congress his request to raise the limit on the U.S. National Debt by another $1.1 trillion. I join the countless citizens and commentators who find that additional request for more...
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The Five Levels of Resume Evolution
27 Jan 2012 | 11:22 pmTwice a week or so I get a resume in the mail with a note saying "Can you please look at my resume and make word changes to improve it?" I can't do that, but if... -
Minnesota unemployment rate drops rapidly at end of 2011in spite of slow growth
27 Jan 2012 | 10:56 pmDecember’s unemployment rate fell 0.2 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted 5.7 percent. “The unemployment rate has fallen 1.5 percent since August and is falling faster than it has since the... -
National Unemployment Review for 2011
27 Jan 2012 | 10:11 pmLooking back to January 2011 unemployment was 9.1% which was the highest month for unemployment across the United States. By December 2011 the unemployment rate was 8.5% and meant that approximately 13.1 million Americans were unemployed. Overall... -
What if every day at work was a Saturday ?
27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pmHow many times have you ever wanted to say to an employee who was complaining about their job to "STOP WHINING"! Start a conversation with someone and say, "Don't you hate it when you are... -
Heidi Klum wearing the ring, but should you during a job interview?
27 Jan 2012 | 6:33 pmAlthough supermodel Heidi Klum and singer Seal recently went public with the news that they were splitting up, both celebrities have still been wearing their wedding ring in public. Seal was sporting his ring during an appearance on The Ellen...
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Tributes to Mary Dempsey and Jayne Carr Thompson
28 Jan 2012 | 2:57 amOn Friday, there were tributes to Chicago Public Library Commissioner Mary Dempsey and Chicago Public Library Board President Jayne Carr Thompson, both of whom resigned this week, in Illinois State Library (ISL) Communications Manager Pat McGuckin... -
Homeschooling in Phoenix: January 27-29
28 Jan 2012 | 12:58 amThe last weekend of January promises a full schedule of events for homeschool parents and the kids. Time for great encouragement, new ideas and meeting some new friends .Annually, Arizona Families for Home Education hosts a "mini... -
Practice English with WANY
27 Jan 2012 | 11:43 pmAs a volunteer tutor or teacher of adult basic education (ABE) or English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) in NYC, you are probably familiar with the We Are New York (WANY) Project. You may have used some of the... -
If catholic education is still relevant, how can it be helped?
27 Jan 2012 | 10:43 pmFor more than a year now, New Jersey Legislature has been trying to advance a bill that would provide parents an option to choose the school their children are going to by giving them a voucher to attend private schools... -
A Weekend gig for Okeeheelee Middle School at 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival
27 Jan 2012 | 10:20 pmThe 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) is a 12 week annual affair which runs from January to April and is held at Wellington’s Palm Beach International Equestrian Center which is located at 3401 Equestrian Club Estates...
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National Kazoo Day is January 28th - make a craft with your children
28 Jan 2012 | 5:29 amHave you ever played a kazoo? You know that fun little musical instrument that you hum into. 2012 marks the 162nd year of kazoo playing in the United States. January 28th is the official National Kazoo Day, but many people... -
HB2288: TOTALLY NOT what it seems!
28 Jan 2012 | 5:03 amSilly me – I thought I was actually going to get to sleep before midnight tonight…After finally calling it a day, I went upstairs to hear my husband ask if I saw the article about Hawaii State Representative... -
Parenting Autism and Time For Yourself
28 Jan 2012 | 2:56 amIs it wrong to be a little selfish? I used to think that it was the worst thing I could possibly do and have had years of guilt over it too. I think that when you have a child with... -
Dear Newt: Will there finally be health care for all on the moon?
28 Jan 2012 | 2:42 amPresidential hopeful Newt Gingrich promises to colonize the Moon if he is elected. I guess he will let the hard questions be answered by NASA, but I suspect he hasn't really thought this through. For instance... -
Activities and events for kids in KC: Jan 30 – Feb 2
28 Jan 2012 | 2:37 amThis week is full of fun with a Groundhog Day celebration at George Owen’s Nature Park, beautiful performances at the Music Hall from Shen Yun Performing Arts of Chinese dance, music, and culture, and mural painting classes at...
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Put your feet first for good health
27 Jan 2012 | 8:36 pmThroughout the day and certainly throughout your lifetime, your feet will take you where you need to go; however, it is easy to take for granted the support your feet provide and many people wait until their feet hurt before... -
Free Nordic Track Treadmill give away from Fitstudio
27 Jan 2012 | 8:21 pmIt isn't often that sites give away the something really cool like this!Wouldn't it be great to get up in the morning and get your workout out of the way. Whether you are... -
Boston Fitness: Jan. 28-29
27 Jan 2012 | 7:52 pmThis weekend, Saturday January 28-January 29, will be an exciting time for the Boston fitness community. Be Healthy Boston, an urban wellness retreat, is being held at the Westin Boston Waterfront.The event will feature trial fitness classes... -
Wear red on February 3 and exercise in Hyannis on February 4. Go Red for Women
27 Jan 2012 | 5:31 pmFebruary is American Heart Month.Wear red on February 3 to celebrate National Wear Red Day and make it your mission to fight heart disease in women.Lorri Alexander is a friend of mine. I had not seen her in... -
Lolo Jones eyes comeback at US Open Track & Field meet after back injury
27 Jan 2012 | 4:36 pmTrack star Lolo Jones is a bit like tennis ace Anna Kournikova: more famous for her stunning beauty than her achievements on the track.But the gorgeous former USA Outdoor hurdling champ wants to change that, starting with the 2012...
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Apple muffin recipe: May be the best muffins ever
28 Jan 2012 | 5:25 amThe sweetness of apple in a delicious soft texture covered with a cinnamon-flavored crunchy topping – it does not get any better than this! This apple muffin is so delicious, you won’t even want butter on... -
Valentine’s Day dessert tasting at Sierra Vista Winery
28 Jan 2012 | 3:06 amSierra Vista Winery invites you to join them on February 11th and 12th, from 11am to 4pm for a special Valentine’s Day tasting and release of their first fortified dessert wines. These newly created wines will... -
Tea at the 2012 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in San Jose
28 Jan 2012 | 1:05 amSan Jose skating fans, keep warm with hot tea and snacks at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships this weekend! San Jose has the honor of hosting the country’s most important figure skating event at the HP Pavilion... -
The Iowa Cafe for Breakfast All Day
28 Jan 2012 | 12:36 amEveryone seems to have discovered, the once small and hidden away, The Iowa Café at its new location on Higley just south of Brown in Mesa, AZ. Breakfast is the old fashioned rib stickin', farm house style of... -
Sushi 101
28 Jan 2012 | 12:18 amSushi 101 Japanese Restaurant, near the ASU campus, provides you a feast of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. www.sushi-101.comTake in the Lunch Bento Specials or the Sushi Lunch Combos Monday through Friday 11 a...
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Breaking News: Facebook to file for IPO Next Week
28 Jan 2012 | 1:57 amIt has been reported by multiple, well-respected sources, among them Marketwatch, that Facebook will file for IPO next week. Morgan Stanley and/or Goldman Sachs are likely to be the chief underwriters. It's estimated that the social... -
Photographers do you want your art to make you money?
28 Jan 2012 | 12:44 amDo you take lots of pictures and have them just sit on your computer? Why have them just sit there collecting digital dust when you could put them to use making you money. The site... -
The Computer Scam.
27 Jan 2012 | 10:58 pmSo the kids come home from school and have to do a research paper on the 2nd battle of some place in some lost and forgotten time. They beg you to go to the Library, but why do that when... -
Facebook IPO – Not Just Another Dot Com
27 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pmWhile rumors have loomed in the press for a while now, investment banks such as Morgan Stanley are moving in and the Wall Street Journal is saying that a Facebook IPO could come as soon as next Wednesday. Just last... -
Plug into Baltimore's latest web and technology scene
27 Jan 2012 | 10:25 pmLooking to get plugged into a Baltimore’s technology network? Baltimore has many great groups and within the technology scene. Here are a few to check out:Social Change/Techie For those who are looking to network, make a...
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Ziggs, the Hexsplosives Expert Revealed
28 Jan 2012 | 3:02 amAbilities:Short Fuse (Passive) - Every 12 seconds Ziggs' next basic attack deals bonus magic damage. This cooldown is reduced whenever Ziggs uses an ability.Bouncing Bomb - Ziggs throws a bouncing bomb that deals magic damage.Satchel Charge -... -
Capcom comments on “traditional” Street Fighter X Tekken’s Mega Man design idea
28 Jan 2012 | 2:50 amThe character design for Mega Man in Street Fighter X Tekken has caused a bit of stirred recently as Capcom decided to use the character design from the infamous cover art of the original game. A fan recently asked if... -
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning demo looks even better than expected
28 Jan 2012 | 2:22 amOn February 7th the highly anticipated RPG from 38 Studios Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning is set to release. When the game was first revealed I wasn’t any more excited about it than any other game that looked... -
Star Wars: The Old Republic
28 Jan 2012 | 1:53 amYou may have seen the commercials or heard about it from a friend, you may have beta tested, but if you haven’t here is a review on the game itself. For those of you who have not... -
Best Best announces Prototype 2 pre-order bonuses
28 Jan 2012 | 1:15 amRadial Entertainment and Best Buy announced earlier today that gamers who pre-order upcoming action game Prototype 2 will receive an exclusive in-game item called Sgt. James Heller’s Hardened Steel Vehicle Armor as well as a limited...
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The secret to long lasting facial enhancement
28 Jan 2012 | 5:06 amThere is a secret to long lasting facial enhancement. What is Skin Needling? Skin needling also known as Multitrepannic Collagen Actuation, uses the body's own healing process to stimulate collagen to minimize signs of aging.  ... -
Houston stroke centers increase chances of stroke survival
28 Jan 2012 | 2:57 amStroke is the nation’s third leading cause of death in the US and, for unknown reasons, rates within the Stroke Belt of the southeast US run as much as four times higher than the rest of the nation... -
Celebrate your love this Valentine's Day with a spa retreat at Laguna Cliffs
28 Jan 2012 | 2:35 amWith the month of February just around the corner it is time to begin considering what you will do to celebrate your love this Valentines day. Why not consider using some of your vacation time to make the most memorable... -
Celebrate heart health in Sacramento this February
28 Jan 2012 | 12:26 amFebruary is American Heart Month, a month-long promotion of cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, killing more than 600,000 men and women each year. For almost 50 years, the... -
Food labels: what they don't tell you
27 Jan 2012 | 10:09 pmThe Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organization of scientists, lawyers, researchers, computer experts and more, uncovers the truth about the environment and issues related to public health. Their campaign, Just label It, is asking the...
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The new USDA climate map and what it means for you
28 Jan 2012 | 3:38 amThe new USDA climate map and what it means for you“Local news sources reported earlier this week that the United States Department of Agriculture has released updated climate maps based on data accumulated between 1976 and 2005,&rdquo... -
Local Agricultural Extension Agent Denton raises concerns about recent weather
28 Jan 2012 | 3:32 amLocal Agricultural Extension Agent Neal Denton raises concerns about recent weather“Local Agricultural Extension Agent Neal Denton raised some concerns about the recent warm weather and soaking rains that East Tennessee has been experiencing... -
Start a Collective Habit
28 Jan 2012 | 1:20 amCultivating good habits is a commendable activity for any person’s improvement. Who doesn’t want to be more educated or healthier or… more organized? Thrift’n-istas... -
Seattle's Lunar New Year Festival, Sat. Jan 28
27 Jan 2012 | 11:46 pmThe Chinatown-International District in Seattle is holding their annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday. Everyone is welcomed to this unique cultural experience held in Hing Hay Park. The free celebration will ring in the year of the Dragon... -
Friends of Pikes Peak Library District Winter Book Sale this weekend
27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmA few times a year in Colorado Springs the Friends of Pikes Peak Library District holds a book sale, and it's your best bet for inexpensive, used books. This winter, that sale takes place this Saturday, January...
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Santa Barbara Shorts: Jan 28-Feb 4
28 Jan 2012 | 1:27 amIt’s difficult to tell a story in 27 minutes or less. It’s even harder to get a film accepted into the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. A few gifted local filmmakers have managed to do both... -
Upcoming Shows at Hotel Indigo Downtown Nashville at 301 Union
27 Jan 2012 | 11:11 pmWe like to write about Hotel Indigo - Downtown Nashville and their music venue which is where a lot of our singer, songwriter friends in Nashville often appear for shows.Here is a listing of upcoming shows for this downtown Nashville... -
Disguised pick-up truck stopped with drugs
27 Jan 2012 | 10:07 pmThe drug cartels in Mexico will go to great lengths to smuggle illegal narcotics into the United States, but Wednesday they failed at their mission. As Border Patrol agents were monitoring the border with the remote video surveillance systems near... -
Winter Ribfest at Caboose Park in Lake Villa
27 Jan 2012 | 9:52 pmLake Villa Township is holding Winter Ribfest on Saturday, January 28, 2012, from noon - 4:00 p.m. The outdoor event is held at Caboose Park, on the intersection of Fairfield Road and Route 132 in Lake Villa, in the... -
Child Advocacy Centers may experience funding cuts
27 Jan 2012 | 9:49 pmHenrico County, along with metro-Richmond and other localities statewide may have to contend with additional budget cuts, this time to their Child Advocacy Centers.Governor Bob Mc Donnell wants to eliminate $1 million in state funding to Child...
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Of kumquats and what-nots
28 Jan 2012 | 3:38 amNot keen on hordes of faux pirates belching and spilling beer all over you? Then consider driving to Dade City today for more of a family experience. Local officials are expecting another 40,000 to converge downtown for... -
Broncos tap Del Rio as new Defensive Coordinator
28 Jan 2012 | 3:31 amHead coach John Fox is turning the Broncos into Panthers West. John’s old pal Jack Del Rio will be the Denver Broncos’ next defensive coordinator.Late Friday the Broncos came to terms with Del Rio, who... -
Texas collegiate sports pioneer Jimmy Blacklock earns Globetrotter respect
28 Jan 2012 | 2:49 amJimmy Blacklock earned the right to be the coach for Harlem Globetrotters.Blacklock, and the world famous team of basketball wizards were in San Antonio this weekend celebrating their 86th consecutive year as their international 2012 brought them... -
Mistress knew Navy man was married, wife charged in his stabbing death
28 Jan 2012 | 12:29 amA love triangle that went terribly wrong was the focus of testimony earlier this week in the trial of Jennifer Trayers, accused of stabbing her Navy husband to death in 2010.According to a 10News report, the mistress, Danielle Robins... -
Friday’s storms clear out in time for a great Gasparilla Weekend
28 Jan 2012 | 12:26 amThe first half of Friday turned out to be rather stormy for Tampa Bay. Some isolated storms grew to be strong to severe, and an EF-1 tornado touched down near Port Charlotte (about one and one-half hours southeast...
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Examiner Pets Channel Articles
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Pay it forward ~ The ASK Cafe
28 Jan 2012 | 2:23 amIn today’s tough economic times many of us are being faced with the painful decision of giving up our family pet. Because of the high rising cost of living. Currently many of us live beyond our means and... -
Chicago college student arrested for throwing boiling water on dog
28 Jan 2012 | 12:35 amChicago, Illinois - Just when you think you have heard the worst animal cruelty situation, something even more egregious somehow tragically crosses your path. Today, a Cook's County judge upgraded former misdemeanor charges of animal cruelty... -
Helpless Animals: Hundreds found abandoned, dozens found dead
27 Jan 2012 | 11:18 pmSUMMERDALE, ALABAMA: A tip called into Police on Thursday, 1/26/12, led them into one of the most horrible cases of animal neglect they have seen. After taking down the door to the Purple Hearted Puppies rescue organization... -
Open Adoption Event Saturday at Macon Animal Control
27 Jan 2012 | 10:48 pmOne icy January day, Macon Animal Control officers picked up a tiny, nearly frozen puppy. The little guy was close to death, but they brought him back to the shelter, kept him warm and fussed over him. The puppy wasn... -
Gigi, the shelter dog, gets an extreme makeover
27 Jan 2012 | 9:58 pmGigi is an 11-year-old Schnauzer mix who was placed in the night drop box at the Nebraska Humane Society. She was matted almost to the skin over 90% of her body. She was spayed when she...
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Examiner Politics Channel Articles
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Illinois lottery ticket honors breast cancer victim
28 Jan 2012 | 5:33 amThanks to new legislation signed by Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn a lottery ticket is named after a person and in this case someone black.Quinn said he signed Senate Bill 1279, which renamed the “Ticket for the Cure&rdquo... -
I Guess I Will Be The One To Say It. Newt, You Are A Liar!
28 Jan 2012 | 5:28 amJust like when I hear fingernails on a chalkboard, I cringe every time Newt Gingrich opens his mouth to spout off about how he helped balance the budget during the 1990s. It is even more annoying when he claims... -
ALEC, the prison-industrial complex a U.S. History
28 Jan 2012 | 5:26 am“Times were hard in 1676. There was genuine distress, genuine poverty… Governor Berkeley in his seventies, tired of holding office, wrote wearily about his situation: How miserable that man is that Governes a People where six parts of... -
Grocery store planned for food desert suburb
28 Jan 2012 | 5:14 amIf all goes well, residents living in one Chicago suburb could soon be shopping at a new black-owned grocery store. At least that’s what entrepreneur Darrell Mitchell is working toward. “It is time for someone to... -
President John Tyler's grandson says Newt Gingrich is a jerk
28 Jan 2012 | 4:57 amQuite unbelievably, the tenth president of the United States, President John Tyler who was born in 1790, still has two grandsons who are living. The oldest is Lyon Gardiner Tyler, Jr., 87, and the younger one is Harrison Ruffin...
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The Week Ahead: Pine View Municipal's indoor simulators
28 Jan 2012 | 5:19 amShake off the winter blues by booking screen time on one of the two golf simulators at Pine View Municipal Golf.The 1471 Blair Rd. facility features two impressive Visiotics simulators and a spectacular selection of virtual courses on... -
Mitt Romney holding campaign rally in Naples
28 Jan 2012 | 2:33 amAs Mitt Romney surges ahead in local polls, the former Massachusetts governor is bringing his campaign back to Southwest Florida in an attempt to seal the deal before Tuesday's primary.On Sunday, January 29, the 64 year-old... -
Criticized players lead Mavericks to win over Utah
28 Jan 2012 | 12:17 amDirk Nowitzki was out for the fourth straight game. Delonte West was also out, and Jason Kidd left after just two minutes with an ankle injury. No big deal. The Mavericks shook off Wednesday's poor... -
Boating supply store to open in Fairport Harbor
27 Jan 2012 | 9:38 pmImagine this scenario:It's early in the boating season. You are enjoying what's been, up to this point, a beautiful lake cruise. Let's say you are a mile offshore halfway between Cleveland and... -
2012 Dallas race calendar features new half, local race series, celebrities
27 Jan 2012 | 9:33 pmRunners in Dallas are a lucky bunch. Not only has Dallas become a must-stop city for many national race series, but the community also boasts local professional race organizers that provide top-notch events. Among the highlights for...
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Examiner Relationships Channel Articles
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The end of relationships: do you know when it is time to move on?
28 Jan 2012 | 3:49 amTo be in a relationship with someone can be the best of times, but that relationship may also the worst of times. Relationships are never easy, they take work, constant work. When two people are together, hopefully have the... -
Pro Bowl time in Honolulu: Join in on the fun
28 Jan 2012 | 2:51 amOnce again it’s here! Pro Bowl Weekend in Honolulu. Do you have plans? In case your wondering what to do, here are some of the activities to enjoy in Honolulu to celebrate the Pro Bowl. Many events... -
Super Bowl party preparations
28 Jan 2012 | 1:14 amHello friends! The Super Bowl is just over a week away. Whether you enjoy football or not, it's likely that you might be hosting or headed to a Super Bowl party. It's not to early to... -
The importance of keeping your own identity after marriage
28 Jan 2012 | 12:09 amOnce the I do's are said and two become one, suddenly life is different. Compromises are made, two people are involved in decision making instead of one, and you become someone's wife or husband instead... -
Kelly Clarkson still feels the impact of her parents' divorce 24 years later
27 Jan 2012 | 10:03 pmWhen Milwaukee parents go through a divorce, they often become so wrapped up in what they are going through that they don’t stop to think about what the children are going through. Divorce can be difficult on children...
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Examiner Religion & Spirituality Channel Articles
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MMJ protesters support Bob Crouse
28 Jan 2012 | 1:28 amOn January 27th at noon protesters gathered outside of the El Paso County Courthouse in support of Bob Crouse, a cancer patient who is being prosecuted for using medical marijuana to treat his cancer symptoms. The cold weather and threat... -
Favorite Food Offerings of the New Orleans Voodoo Saints and Spirits
28 Jan 2012 | 12:24 amNew Orleans Voodoo originated from the ancestral religions of the African Diaspora. It is one of many incarnations of African-based religions rooted in the West African Dahomean and Central African Voodoo traditions. It became syncretized with the... -
"65m years ago the dinosaurs had a bad day..."
27 Jan 2012 | 11:47 pmWhile bouncing around on TED.com I found a talk by Phil Plait, the astronomer I got to see at CSI Con last October. This talk is almost exactly the same, only he's even better live and we... -
Calendar of events for Fairfield, Suisun City and Oakland: Jan. 27-29
27 Jan 2012 | 11:04 pmFairfieldJan. 28: CHESS in concert, 8-10 p.m.Jan. 29: CHESS in concert, 6-8 p.m.Location: Fairfield Center for Creative Arts, 1035 Texas Street, Fairfield, CA 94533Synopsis: According to the City of Fairfield's website, this... -
Who is smarter, us or the unclean spirits? You decide.
27 Jan 2012 | 11:02 pmThis coming Sunday at our Cathedral in Reno Nevada, at our 9:30 A.M. Mass, Father will discuss Mark 1:21-28. First to notice is how the location of the Gospel reading is Capernaum. We have all heard...
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Examiner Restaurants Channel Articles
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The Iowa Cafe for Breakfast All Day
28 Jan 2012 | 12:36 amEveryone seems to have discovered, the once small and hidden away, The Iowa Café at its new location on Higley just south of Brown in Mesa, AZ. Breakfast is the old fashioned rib stickin', farm house style of... -
Sushi 101
28 Jan 2012 | 12:18 amSushi 101 Japanese Restaurant, near the ASU campus, provides you a feast of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. www.sushi-101.comTake in the Lunch Bento Specials or the Sushi Lunch Combos Monday through Friday 11 a... -
Good sushi at a happy price
27 Jan 2012 | 10:57 pmDoraku Sushi in Waikiki is part of an international brand with locations in Florida, Hawaii and Malaysia. Its normal menu items are in the upper-middle range, with specialty sushi rolls starting at $11.95 and going up to $18... -
DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE ON IHOP!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:55 pmWell the moment finally came when I got to get in and try out the newest addition to the Charles Pointe area, IHOP. I am confused on why, for the past two weeks, there were lines out the door... -
Today is National Chocolate Cake day; let´s celebrate!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:45 pmJan 27th.- Today is National Chocolate Cake Day, and frankly we can’t think of a better holiday. I mean, a whole day devoted to cake?The earliest record of using chocolate dates back before...
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Examiner Society & Culture Channel Articles
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Culture is the main concern
28 Jan 2012 | 5:10 amIt is touching to see how the present society builders care about the destiny of every member of society. The main concern is the future of young people – the opportunity to find a desired job and to develop as... -
9th Annual Georgetown Nature Fest family event
28 Jan 2012 | 4:40 amFor a truly fun family oriented day this spring, you are invited join the folks here on The Georgetown Divide for the annual Nature Fest celebration. The event will take place on April 28th at the Nature Area in... -
It’s choco-cakey : Celebrating National Chocolate Cake Day
28 Jan 2012 | 1:08 amSo you just came back from a grueling sixty minutes of intense kickboxing and some P90X and you’re all pumped up. You really felt like you could be the next Mr. Fit or the upcoming Miss Jillian... -
Classical music for children continues with Northwestern's Kids Fare in February
28 Jan 2012 | 12:09 amLast weekend, The Chicago Chamber Musicians (CCM) and Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) performed their 10th annual Family Concert collaboration Witches, Wizards, Spells and Elves: The Magic of Shakespeare on Navy Pier. For families who enjoyed it... -
"A Midsummer Night's Dream" playing to large crowds
27 Jan 2012 | 11:21 pmThis winter's production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," is playing as part of Miami's Shakespeare in the Park. This weekend, the play is being performed at Shell Lumber (2733 SW 27 Avenue...
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Examiner Sports Channel Articles
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La Salle Prep comes up short in quest for first place in league
28 Jan 2012 | 3:57 amThe Brick Oven at La Salle Catholic College Preparatory in Milwaukie, Oregon was filled with enthusiasm on Friday night (Jan. 27). The perfect stage for a Tri Valley conference showdown between league leading La Salle Prep Falcons and... -
Wildcats comeback falls short, IceRays win 4-3 in overtime
28 Jan 2012 | 3:14 amAfter falling behind 3-0, the Wichita Falls Wildcats scored three goals in the third period to send things to overtime against the Corpus Christi IceRays Friday night. The Wildcats comeback at American Bank Center would fall short, with the... -
Canada qualifies for 2012 Olympic Games in women's soccer
28 Jan 2012 | 2:45 amWhen Canadians watch the 2012 Olympic Games in London, they’ll be watching the Canadian women’s soccer team.On Friday night at B.C. Place Stadium in Vancouver, Team Canada qualified for their consecutive Olympic Games with... -
Schrenk resigning from Cannon County going to Falkville (AL)
28 Jan 2012 | 2:36 amJoel Schrenk is going home again. Schrenk,41 resigned as head football coach at Cannon County and accepted the head job at Falkville (AL) High on Friday. In three years at Cannon County, Schrenk had a 7... -
Canton Charges into Bakersfield and overruns Jam 124-108
28 Jan 2012 | 2:27 amThe Canton Charge (11-14) came into Bakersfield Friday night, scored 69 first half points, shot 59.5% from the field in the game, and placed seven players in double figure scoring. They beat the Jam...
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Examiner Style & Fashion Channel Articles
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Star style on a budget: Nikki Reed
28 Jan 2012 | 5:11 amWhen movies from the "Twilight" franchise are released the stars of the movie have to be busy looking fabulous promoting their film. Nikki Reed did just that during the various promotion for the more recent movie. ... -
Ultimate Guide: Man bags
28 Jan 2012 | 2:39 amWomen wear purses and men wear man bags. Man bags have always been on the scene, with its presence made known by virtue of suitcases, briefcases and messenger bags.Man bags are typically worn on the shoulder as you would... -
Ines de la Fressange’s photographic style
28 Jan 2012 | 12:35 amAtlanta fashionistas, as fashionista, model and fashion muse to none other than Karl Lagerfeld of the House of Chanel, Ines de la Fressange has now turned photographer herself and has been seen capturing moments from fashion shows during Paris... -
How to get looks from the CW's Hart of Dixie
27 Jan 2012 | 9:52 pmIn the new CW show Hart of Dixie, Rachel Bilson plays Zoe Hart – a doctor who inherits part of a medical practice in Bluebell, Alabama and relocates there from New York City. As she struggles to fit in... -
Street Style!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:55 pmCra'Neisha Trusty, a 16 year old Alexandria area resident, struts her stuff in her amazing ensemble. She uses floral prints, exhaulted from her tough, ripped stockings and handbag, plus captures a boyish charm from...
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Examiner Autos & Motorcycles Channel Articles
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2012 Portland International Auto Show
28 Jan 2012 | 4:54 amThe Portland International Autoshow started on the 26th of January and ends on Sunday January the 29th. This year, ride and drives are available from Toyota with the 2012 Camry, Subaru with a 2012 Impreza and General Motors... -
This weekend, Riverside motorcycle events.
28 Jan 2012 | 12:16 amTwo events are going this weekend on both are on Saturday January 28, 2012.First upThe first annual IE RuffRyders Poker Run. At 3262 North E street in San BernardinoSign in from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30a.m... -
Ener1 enters bankruptcy with cooperation of stakeholders, plans restructuring
27 Jan 2012 | 10:47 pmEver since the bankruptcy of Think last spring, Indiana based battery manufacturer Ener1 has been in trouble. Not only was Think a major customer of Ener1, Ener1's large stake in Think was a big bet on that... -
Car shows
27 Jan 2012 | 10:35 pmLast week was the SuperCar SuperShow at West Palm Beach’s Waterfront. It was an amazing collection of cars and boats! A convention of Corvettes monopolized the muscle car scene. Many were modified current models with older... -
The Audi S4: Still a Best Kept Secret Among Sport Sedans
27 Jan 2012 | 7:39 pmAt this year’s North American International Auto Show for 2012, Audi’s spotlight focused on the World Premiere of the 2013 Audi S4. This exciting sport sedan reintroduced back in 2010, captures the spirit of performance...
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Examiner Travel Channel Articles
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Forget the flowers and chocolate; visit Toledo Bend Lake for a romantic getaway
28 Jan 2012 | 4:31 amForget the flowers and chocolate and reconnect with your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day at Cypress Bend Resort, located just 70 miles south of Shreveport on the shores of Toledo Bend Lake.The resort’s Romance Package... -
Thailand's"Miracle Year" tourism campaign to kick off in March with $203M budget
28 Jan 2012 | 2:22 amTo show how seriously Thailand takes its tourist industry, you only have to look at the budget for the country's new tourism campaign -- 6.3 billion baht, or approximately US$203 million. Nothing to sneeze at, is it... -
Around The World -Paris
28 Jan 2012 | 1:18 amParis is home to the most breathtaking of sites. There is the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Arc de Triomphe just to name a few. Romance continually blooms in the city of lights. There are however, some useful and handy... -
Accor brand signs deal for three new hotels in South Korea
27 Jan 2012 | 11:20 pmThe Accor chain of hotels, the largest international hotel operator in Asia-Pacific, announced the development of three new hotels in South Korea earlier this month – the Mercure Ambassador Gangnam, the Novotel Ambassador Seoungbuk, and the... -
4th Annual Snow Days Chicago at Navy Pier
27 Jan 2012 | 11:16 pmThe 4th Annual Snow Days Chicago opened at Navy Pier on Friday, January 27, 2012, and will run through Sunday, January 29, 2012. It’s that time of year again, when snow sculptors from around the world...
