Kennedy’s Death May Sway Centrist Democrats On Health Care Aug 29, 2009
There probably will be a Kennedy quotient, and it certainly puts a little extra energy into trying to get something done this year, one Senate Democratic aide said. However, the aide cautioned that centrist Democrats who have been deeply skeptical of creating a public insurance option are unlikely to suddenly embrace that particular part of the Democratic leadership s plan. (Roll Call)
ON THE ROPES: Polls show potential GOP challengers would beat Harry Reid... Aug 24, 2009
"It is going to be harder to turn them out for Harry Reid than it was for Barack Obama. I suspect some of that might be the charisma quotient.". The poll also pitted a potential matchup between Rep. (The Drudge Report)
How to recharge the love lull Aug 22, 2009
The 'familiarity quotient' that partners strive so hard to achieve at one point of time often begins to take a toll on their love life as monotony seeps in. Sex starts dwindling and surprises decrease as both partners become habituated to each other, often taking each other for granted. (India Times, India)
It could cost more than a song Aug 21, 2009
But never mind the nerd quotient. I was more worried that Ben s use of file-sharing networks such as BitTorrent might draw the attention of the Recording Industry Association of America, and that would not be good at all. (Boston Globe)
Water Bodies in Obuasi and Tarkwa Poisoned Aug 19, 2009
Mr Obiri said manganese, lead and mercury, which were found in the water bodies, were neuro-toxic metals that could affect the intelligence quotient of children if they existed in high levels in their drinking water. He said in all 400 water samples, made up of 200 from Obuasi and 200 from Tarkwa areas were collected between May and September 2008 and analyzed separately for toxic chemicals including arsenic, manganese, cadmium, iron, copper, mercury, zinc and lead. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Amend Mineral Law, It is too flexible - WACAM Aug 19, 2009
Mr Owusu-Koranteng said such exposure to elevated levels of toxic chemicals had other significant health implications such as reduced Intelligent Quotient (IQ) levels in children. Professor Atta Biritwum, a Lecturer of the University Of Cape Coast (UCC), observed that minerals endowed in the soils of third world countries had become a curse rather than a blessing, as the processes used in their extraction left the land in very bad shape and its inhabitants poor and diseased. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The not-so-obvious turn-ons for him! Aug 14, 2009
Cool quotient Be it a love for gizmos or a craze about cars and bikes, girls who are inclined towards so-called 'guy-things' are titillating for men. Sudhanshu Mehrotra, a doctor says, "I drool over my girl when she beats the pants off me every time we get hooked to our Playstation. And we know that there's more action lined up in bed post the video games!" Sumant Pandit, an engineer reveals, "It was our common craze for watching wrestling on TV that hooked me up with my gal. It took me no time... (India Times, India)
Money guide for newly-married Aug 13, 2009
For all those madly-in-love couples who are planning to tie the knot or have just settled into married life, its time to check out your money quotient ... For all those madly-in-love couples who are planning to tie the knot or have just settled into married life, its time to check out your money quotient. (India Times, India)
New private jets for Congress? Are you kidding? Aug 11, 2009
What s wrong, don t have enough gonads to speak directly to that line of reasoning without exposing yourself for what you really are, and, the level and depth of your intelligence quotient. mike. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Media glare on high-stake litigation creates pressure Aug 10, 2009
It may sound bizarre in the context, but all these activities seriously hurt the trust quotient enjoyed by the judiciary. Trust is important for a government to rule legitimately. (India Times, India -- Community News)
The original American casual style Aug 6, 2009
Its heartening to know that Robinson has a high reality quotient, that he doesnt have some abstract arty hobby like painting or poetry, and actually likes being ordinary. In fact, last January, the USA Network, a programme to recognise those positively influencing American culture, honoured Robinson as Character Approved. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
MedCath Corporation Reports Third Quarter Earnings Aug 6, 2009
We computed adjusted admissions by dividing gross patient revenue by gross inpatient revenue and then multiplying the quotient by admissions ... We computed adjusted patient days by dividing gross patient revenue by gross inpatient revenue and then multiplying the quotient by patient days ... ( j ) We computed occupancy by dividing patient days by the number of days in the period and then dividing the quotient by the number of staffed and available beds. (PR Newswire)
Rockies acquire Beimel from Nats Aug 1, 2009
" The Rockies have had a star-crossed season from the left side of the bullpen this year. Glendon Rusch and Randy Flores struggled and lost their roster spots. Alan Embree suffered a fractured right tibia when he was hit with a line drive on July 10 and is expected to miss the rest of the year, although he has hopes of returning. The Rockies attempted to sign Beimel as a free agent during the winter but couldn't reach an agreement. Beimel signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Nationals... (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
WAN Optimization Plus Virtualization Equals Bandwidth, Flexibility, And Fault Tolerance Jul 25, 2009
And the power of the virtual WAN optimization appliance will likely up the quotient of WAN optimizer success stories. Take, for example, remote-office consolidation--pulling applications back into the data center. (TechWeb)
A child's IQ can be affected by mother's exposure to urban air pollutants Jul 22, 2009
A mother's exposure to urban air pollutants known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) can adversely affect a child's intelligence quotient or IQ, a study reports. PAHs are chemicals released into the air from the burning of coal, diesel, oil and gas, or other organic substances such as tobacco. (EurekAlert!)
Pollution affects kid's IQ Jul 22, 2009
The five-year study which followed the development of 249 children living in the densely populated areas of Harlem and the Bronx in New York showed that exposure to environmental pollutants known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) had an adverse affect on intelligence quotient. PAHs are toxic pollutants which result from burning coal, diesel or gas. (iAfrica.com)
Children's IQ Can Be Affected By Mother's Exposure To Urban Air Pollutants, Study Suggests Jul 21, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 20, 2009) Prenatal exposure to environmental pollutants known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) can adversely affect a child's intelligence quotient or IQ, according to new research by the the Columbia Center for Children's Environmental Health (CCCEH) at the Mailman School of Public Health. PAHs are chemicals released into the air from the burning of coal, diesel, oil and gas, or other organic substances such as tobacco. (Science Daily)
Financial guide for newly-married and those ready for the plunge Jul 20, 2009
For all those madly-in-love couples who are planning to tie the knot or have just settled into married life, its time to check out your money quotient. If the wedding is just round the corner, remember: at the end of the big, fat Indian wedding, you are left with a fat bill. (India Times)
A supremely low point for the law Jul 19, 2009
The sweat quotient has increased. But it s not too late to get going, and, if you still want to tackle Wallace s daunting text, you can draw on a surprisingly rich ecosystem that has sprung up around the project: bloggers (including non-literary policy types like Matthew Yglesias and Ezra Klein), Twitterers, Facebook addicts, and Tumblrs alike are all urging one another on through DFW s doorstop of a novel, trading thoughts as they go about its characters, structure, and those (in)famous... (Boston Globe)
A lower IQ can give you a heart disease! Jul 17, 2009
Now, a new study claims that having a lower than average 'Intelligence Quotient' can leave you at an increased risk of succumbing to heart ailments. Bookmark / Share. (India Times, India)
States Straining to Repair Budgets Jul 8, 2009
In the meantime, devising a workable spending plan amid so much uncertainty requires "a constant recalculation of the pain-gain quotient," said Susan K. Urahn, managing director of the Pew Center on the States. And as long as budgets remain unpassed, she said, "the pain will continue to mount. "Are the cuts hurting real people. (CBS News -- Politics)
Inadequate iodized salt on the market Jul 4, 2009
"If the present energetic minority should remain the same for a long time, they will grow old, but if the newborns are strong enough in all their capacities, be it physical or mental, they will grow to replace the aging ones and develop our economy. We need children with high intelligent quotient (IQ) to become future leaders of our country and even international leaders", he noted. The Health Director reiterated that salt iodization was the only sure way to prevent IDD, and urged the people to... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Studio featured on 'Queer Eye' ready to sell its shares Jul 3, 2009
The retailer's hipster quotient got a jet boost last year when the company was featured prominently as a home-decor source on the hit television series "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.". Last year the company reported sales of $81. (Yahoo News -- Queer Eye for the Straight Guy)
Week in Quotes Jul 3, 2009
This may have something to do with a perceived deficit in the NEQ (National Education Quotient), but I suspect it actually has more to do with the fact that I'm a bit of a know-it-all. Besides which, my pop quizzes are funny. (iAfrica.com)
NyQuil Survives Nanny State Police, For Now Jul 2, 2009
What s next, the Nanny State toilet paper police who will decide about the roughness quotient of different brands Cheryl Crowe should apply, wouldn t matter how rough it is if you only use 2 squares like she says. Mike Foster. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Silver&Fit Offers Older Americans Tips for Staying Fit and Active This Summer Jun 23, 2009
" Set Summer Fitness Goals to Help You Live a Healthier Life Here are some fitness challenges that can help you have a healthier life in later years: 1) Engage in Cardio Exercises for Endurance According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, older adults need two hours and 30 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise (such as brisk walking) per week, or one hour and 15 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity (like jogging or... (Primezone Releases)
Free Agent Window Shopping Jun 18, 2009
I know luring him away from NJ is not very realistic, but I love his consistent production and passing ability for between $4 and $5 M. However, he is quite small and would not help improve our toughness quotient. And I would be inclined to let Little continue to develop in his new-found home of RW on the top line. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Food co-op: Neighbors bring containers, load up Jun 17, 2009
Andy adds that big pots and pans come in handy, and to watch the liquid quotient when doubling or tripling recipes. Food professionals offered additional ideas for super supper stretchers. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Open The Door And Let In A Draft Jun 16, 2009
Brendan, per the results of the draft combine, conditioning, attitude and potential grit quotient should not be a problem for Mr. Kane. Brendan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Stay cool and delve into a good book this summer Jun 4, 2009
However, if summer brings you more than your usual quotient of time to relax, why not delve into books with a little more meat on their bones. Here are some of summer fiction s best bets. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Green homes: For a sustainable tomorrow Jun 4, 2009
"There is a growing trend among MNCs to ask for the green quotient, which was the start of the green revolution, in the commercial real estate space in India," explains Abhishek Kiran Gupta, head of research, Jones Lang LaSalle Meghraj (JLLM). Even though there has been a great amount of activity in the commercial sector, opposite is the case, in the residential space. (India Times)
Gifts for Foodie Dads May 28, 2009
Tongue-in-cheek illustrations and diagrams (such as nachos broken down into their parts: tortilla chips and "oozing deliciousness") up the fun quotient even further. For the Meat Lover Who Needs to Watch His Cholesterol. (Epicurious.com)
'PAINT ALL ROOFS WHITE TO STOP GLOBAL WARMING'... May 28, 2009
" hahahaahaha Bubba Joe Johnson on May 28, 2009 at 06:07 AM OK folks once we paint are roofs and all that heat is reflecting back up into the atmosphere with more heat so how is that cooling the planet. Charles Evans Thompson on May 28, 2009 at 12:09 AM Everyone in the world must wear a hat. It is a fact that 90% of your body heat escapes from your head. so, if you wear a hat 6 billion people keep from heating the climate. At the same time keeping this heat in saves on energy usage in the home.... (The Drudge Report)
Poor attention in kindergarten predicts lower high school test scores, UC Davis researchers find May 26, 2009
"In our study, a child's inability to pay attention when they start school had the strongest negative effect on how they performed at the end of high school regardless of their IQ (intelligence quotient)," said lead study author Joshua Breslau, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the UC Davis School of Medicine and a researcher with the UC Davis Center for Reducing Health Disparities. He said that addressing attention problems early in life could keep some children from entering "a... (EurekAlert!)
After run-ins with PM, Arjun shown door May 23, 2009
Mr Arjun Singh was hoping that his high loyalty quotient will help him retain his job. But he has little utility for the party as he has become a fringe player in politics in his own state. (India Times)
Bay Area conceptual artist David Ireland dies May 22, 2009
Even people who thought contemporary art absurd often appreciated his willingness to affirm the quotient of absurdity in his work and methods. Mr. Ireland's art found its way into the collections of institutions that range from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art to the Museum of Modern Art, New York, and the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden at the University of Nebraska. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Hollywood, universities share benefits of name-dropping May 16, 2009
Such tie-ins allow TV and film productions to be more authentic while at the same time providing universities with free advertising and the chance to up their coolness quotient. "It's fun for everyone alumni and students to see their university pop up in film," said Lee Doyle, who heads up the University of Michigan's film office. (USA Today -- News)
Campbell wins again by focusing on governing, not the polls May 14, 2009
For someone not possessing the easy charm and likeability quotient you would associate with longevity in political life, Mr. Campbell has managed to do one thing extremely well: win elections. Dating back to his time as a city councillor in Vancouver in the 1980s, he has run in eight elections and lost only once. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Fielding Azhar May 12, 2009
His wife, former Bollywood actress Sangeeta Bijlani, is at hand, very much adding to the glamour quotient. For the people of a non-descript town in one of India's poorest states, it's a dazzling combination. (BBC News -- South Asia)
'Mamma Mia!' how can you resist this show? May 9, 2009
Its sheer entertainment quotient is medicine for the soul, especially if you're in the midlife crisis, clinging to the recent past of giddy and gentler times. It is the best of a musical theater genre called a "jukebox musical," which packs a host of unrelated hit songs to frame a love story without necessarily progressing the tale. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Michelle Obama's 100 days of fashion May 1, 2009
Virtually every industry from health and fitness (Michelle Obama biceps workouts abound) to cosmetics (Lady Obama lipstick by Khuraira) has courted cash by leveraging Obama s high style quotient. Interest in any social agenda the First Lady has revealed to date has been wrapped so tightly in talk of cashmere sweaters, sleeveless sheaths, and Jimmy Choo shoes, that it is almost beyond recognition. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama after 100 days: Proud, but not content Apr 30, 2009
"That there is still a certain quotient of political posturing and bickering that takes place even when we're in the middle of really big crises," he said, adding that he'd like for everyone to say "let's take a time-out on some of the political games.". In a shift from his previous news conferences which were dominated by questions about the , Obama fielded multiple queries on the foreign policy front. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Peginterferon Alfa-2a and Ribavirin in Latino and Non-Latino Whites with Hepatitis C Apr 30, 2009
We have concerns about the selection of patients, because in the Latino group at baseline, higher percentages of patients had cirrhosis and an alanine aminotransferase quotient of more than 3. These characteristics might indicate more advanced disease. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Text of news conference Apr 30, 2009
That there is still a certain quotient of political posturing and bickering that takes place even when we're in the middle of really big crises. I would like to think that everybody would say, You know what. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Obama hails "good start," warns of more challenges Apr 30, 2009
He also admitted that changes in Washington comes slow since "a certain quotient of political posturing and bickering" still takes place even amid big crisis. Considering unaccomplished missions and newly-emerging challenges, Obama mapped out a plan in the next 100 days or more to "strengthen our prosperity and our security.". (Xinhuanet, China)
100 days in, Obama warns of work to do Apr 30, 2009
"There is still a certain quotient of political posturing and bickering that takes place, even when we're in the middle of really big crises.". Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Obama's "Enchanted" Answer Apr 30, 2009
That there is still a certain quotient of political posturing and bickering that takes place even when we're in the middle of really big crises. I would like to think that everybody would say, you know what, let's take a time-out on some of the political games, focus our attention for at least this year, and then we can start running for something next year. (CBS News)
HCC faculty, administrators discuss layoffs at student forum Apr 28, 2009
B786 wrote on Apr 22, 2009 12:16 PM:" ibekickinback: Any you quote what source as to your "70%" management dysfunctional quotient? It's fine to have the opinion but don't try and make it seem like more than your opinion by throwing in some imaginary numbers. What did you think the rest of us would do when we saw the 70% quote? "Oh gee, he must be right, he used numbers. "Management of companies that have been around as long as HCC has have been right way more than they've been wrong...it's... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Convert your home into a summer haven Apr 14, 2009
Create a visual appeal and functional purpose by proportionate use of, lighting, furniture, accessories, colour and fabrics as change in dcor can breathe a new life and enhance the comfort quotient of the residence. Utilisation of scale and balance within the frame work of space and season contributes to a harmonious design style. (India Times, India)
Defend women’s rights in Montana Apr 14, 2009
Dustin Gliko wrote on Apr 13, 2009 10:19 PM:" Wise people don't argue about issues, they intelligently debate them, instead of throwing around childish insults. Why don't you use your superior intelligence quotient to debunk the factual evidence Rodger and I so kindly presented to public view? Also there should be a question mark after February? ". . (Missoulian, MT)
Whoa! Is that dude naked? Apr 11, 2009
Everybody does it, over and over so make it a sin I am for reducing the clown quotient in America. Declan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Smart people may be less stressed Apr 6, 2009
Brain chemistry aside, simply assessing intelligence remains a controversial topic, particularly widely-used "intelligence quotient" or IQ tests. The so-called " ," the 1994 observation by New Zealand researcher that IQ scores have risen from generation to generation for every country ever studied, with the gains coming not from vocabulary, math or other school topics, but in abstract thinking. (USA Today -- Tech)
Blood Test For Brain Injuries Gains Momentum Apr 3, 2009
The study compared levels of S-100B proteins to the CSF-serum albumin quotient (Qa), the gold standard measurement signaling a brain injury. Researchers compared nine people with a known severe head injury, to 11 people who suffered from non-traumatic headaches. (Science Daily)
Dating column readers reiterate: Date your age Mar 27, 2009
Penner's book, "The Truth About Dating Revealed; How to Realize and Raise Your Dating Quotient," is available at local bookstores and through his Web site www. thetruthaboutdating. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
24 hrs of tweets Mar 27, 2009
That's the thing: Most celebrities use Twitter as a way of augmenting their fame quotient. They are allowing themselves to be stalked, but they are controlling what their pursuers see. (Globe and Mail)
For more young blacks, it's cool to be smart Mar 22, 2009
Now, perhaps riding on the rise of prominent post-civil rights black leaders including Obama, more and more black kids are stepping up the smart quotient with a new level of pride. Those who track youth culture are taking notice of this segment of the millennial generation - the name for today's youths who are raised to be confident and to believe they are special, and told they have the power to change their world. (Boston Globe)
EK Health Insurance Services grows by staying on the case Mar 19, 2009
Shifting through a case to find those breaks in communication requires a high emotional quotient, which is something Kim looks for when hiring case managers. The case managers are an important bridge for physicians, who Kim said view workers compensation cases as difficult because of the red tape involved. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Iodine Deficiency Disorders Mar 15, 2009
In areas of severe iodine deficiency people may have an intelligence quotient (IQ) of up to 13. 5 points below those from an iodine-sufficient area, according to the UNICEF, ICCIDD and WHO 2007 publication. (Suite101.com)
Signs leave South 11th Street block uneasy Mar 15, 2009
The 30 IQ, neighbors say, is Reed's claimed intelligence quotient. There are other, smaller, signs around the place, taped in windows and nailed over the entrance to the backyard. (Missoulian, MT)
Neuroscientists Map Intelligence In The Brain Mar 12, 2009
The results offer new insight into how the various factors that comprise an "intelligence quotient" (IQ) score depend on particular regions of the brain. See also. (Science Daily)
Frozen Food Express Industries, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End Results; Pre-Tax Earnings Improve $13.2 Million Over 2007 Mar 5, 2009
d) One minus the quotient of truckload loaded linehaul miles divided by truckload total linehaul miles. e) In thousands. (Primezone Releases)
Sidekicks Tops -- For Theft? Feb 28, 2009
Instead, thieves target Sidekicks because of their urban hipness quotient, and because they're easy to resell. All T-Mobile phones use a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, a small computer chip usually stored behind the phone's battery that holds the owner's personal information, such as account data and phone contacts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Talking Points Feb 11, 2009
So it's worth his while to use the fear quotient, which he has used. Now, again, I don't diminish that, because I don't know how bad it is. (Fox News)
Manilow fan comes out of the closet Feb 10, 2009
Maybe Barry's cool quotient would rise with a weapons or drug conviction. You know, something that might boost his street cred. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
EDIT: It Measures Up Feb 10, 2009
Nor can it veer into fuzzy areas like people's happiness quotient. And that's how it should be. (India Times, India)
