Trucker navigates an all-too-familiar road Oct 8, 2009
But now, with Leonard dying Bratt looks like the heartiest terminal colon cancer patient ever unwilling mom Diane must forge a bond with the recalcitrant son who doesnt know her. And from that point, you can pretty much guess everything that happens in Trucker, from the fighting to the caregiving, and so on. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Click to read:Unemployment Figures Cloud Recovery Hopes Oct 4, 2009
You so-called "conservatives" who are now obsolete, out-of-time recalcitrant, hypocrite misanthropes, should be carefully studying the writing on the wall. It is likely that even a manufactured war will not be sufficient to allow your ideas to pollute society ever again, you should be happy that the current president is still willing to defy his mandate by giving any of you a voice in matters. (CBS News)
Microscopic View Of Prez. Atta Mills From Afar Sep 30, 2009
The countless surges in violence by the NDC for which you are tight lipped and keep sparing the rod; deputy ministers, chief executives, presidential aides and spokes-persons are all culprits and these groups of persons including the recalcitrant police personnel who were conscripted to join the police service from the revolutionary era act in such an unnatural and uncivilized manner to the chagrin of the ordinary sane person. It is not surprising that the president has devilishly closed one of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
SJC sharply limits youth curfew law Sep 26, 2009
In contrast, Kenneth E. Lavallee, Lowell police superintendent, said losing the power to arrest deprives officers of a potent tool, particularly for recalcitrant violators. This whole ordinance was enacted to protect children, to keep them safe and keep them out of an environment where harm could come to them, he said. (Boston Globe)
Palo Alto labor union may call strike Sep 24, 2009
" My take is that we are not exactly on the precipice of a strike. If there is an agenda here it is probably on management's part--- to wreck the current system, bring in their contacts and network via contracting out. We'll all still pay at least as much, probably more, get rotten service. But some pockets will be nicely lined. And Qid pro quo will be passed around in gratitude. Posted by C Brown, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood, on Aug 31, 2009 at 9:10 amLet them strike, they will... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
High costs can make open records seem closed Sep 24, 2009
When you have a recalcitrant record-keeper, you have a real problem, Galvin said. Supporters of open record laws say the state of Florida offers a model for protecting the public s right to government documents - a right bolstered by a 1992 amendment to the state constitution approved by 87 percent of Florida voters. (Boston Globe)
Last-Ditch Tactics for Getting Your Kids To Behave Sep 22, 2009
If you try something similar with your own recalcitrant child, within a few days he or she may well be using the toilet, eating green beans, or bathing without dire struggles. Why does this reverse in tactics work. (Slate)
Remember your rights Sep 19, 2009
In addition, the cost to the public of a recalcitrant local government cannot be calculated. Defiant clerks and other record holders wrongfully delay the production of records, sometimes charge exorbitant fees -- and, worst of all, tamp down the fragile zeal citizens have for participating in their government, which is a precious American birthright that should never be withheld or negotiated away. (The Augusta Chronicle)
‘Still Walking’ presents a day at an uneasy family reunion Sep 18, 2009
Yet over the course of the 24 hours the movie traces she s revealed to have a slyly recalcitrant wit and, in a scene as remarkable for its understatement as its emotional impact, a capacity to exact sustained emotional vengeance. The father (Yoshio Hirada) is a retired physician who barely speaks to his son. (Boston Globe)
Drugs, therapy to rein in sex offenders Sep 17, 2009
Louise Newman, the president-elect of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, said the drugs were suitable only for ''a small hard-core group of chronic, recalcitrant sex offenders. They could ensure a man could not achieve an erection but he might still reoffend because of ''ongoing aggressive impulses There's also the exercise of power, where a child is exploited, that's pleasurable for some people. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Saturdays protest: Fed up with deficits or Democrats? Sep 15, 2009
If there is any resistants, the Democrat controlled Federal Government will use M-1-A-1 Abram tanks to run rough shod over you recalcitrant, anti American Republican scoundrels. America is out of kilter, The enemies of America have destroyed the equilibrium. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Obama's Next Target: Financial Reform Sep 14, 2009
As with the President's health-care speech which was targeted both at calming public worries over the proposals and wooing recalcitrant Democrats and moderate Republicans into backing the plans Obama's speech at Federal Hall on Wall Street is aimed at more than one audience. To a public feeling battered by the recession and and unhappy with what many perceive to be Washington's slow and inadequate response the President needs to hammer home how far from the brink the economy has come and how... (BusinessWeek)
America's Cultural Crackup Sep 11, 2009
But the old holidays, heroes and icons endure, as the new have yet to put down roots in a recalcitrant Middle America. We are not only more divided than ever on politics, faith and morality, but along the lines of class and ethnicity. (The American Conservative)
Suhakam: Cops must cooperate, we have the power Sep 11, 2009
We realize however, the powers of enforcement in the two Chapters in the Penal Code do not lie with Suhakam; (iii)Suhakam would have to be a complainant in a police report to investigating agencies for purposes of initiating action to be taken against the recalcitrant witnesses; (iv)Suhakams Act does not provide us with contempt powers as compared to the contempt powers available in the Commissions of Enquiry Act 1950. This we recognize. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Obama must fill in blanks of reform plan Sep 11, 2009
Meetings between the White House and recalcitrant members of the president's own party were on the agenda even before Obama was ushered to the dais. Obama has said repeatedly that dysfunction in the health care system, left untouched, will enlarge the deficit. (Honolulu Advertiser)
In Perspective — Health care reform being held up by logic, ordinary citizens Sep 10, 2009
Members of Congress have taken the attitude of all knowing parents dealing with recalcitrant children who think their parents are dumb. This is reflected in the statements of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and others that the vocal protesters at town hall meetings with members of Congress are Astro Turf and worse. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Story:Valley reps say Obama has made case on health care Sep 10, 2009
Edward M. Kennedy is gone, but his words echoed through the House chamber Wednesday as President Barack Obama tried to prod recalcitrant Democrats and Republicans into finishing the late senator's life work - overhauling the nation's health care system. "'Soon, very soon, affordable health coverage will be available to all, in an America where the state of a family's health will never again depend on the amount of a family's wealth,'" Obama read from a letter Kennedy wrote May 29 that was... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Mr. President, ignore the polls and pass health care reform Sep 9, 2009
Neither the president nor a Democratic Congress can afford to waste the opportunity worrying about recalcitrant Republicans, next year s mid-term elections or declining poll numbers. Take those recent polls showing that the public has suddenly grown very concerned about ballooning deficits. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Rep. Griffith: Pelosi should debate in a 'rational way' Sep 7, 2009
Democratic leaders should undertake debates on issues in a more "rational way," one recalcitrant centrist Democrat suggested over the weekend. Rep. (TheHill.com)
Poll: Obama's Ratings on Afghanistan Drop Sep 2, 2009
"And the more Cheney yammers, the more people will perceive he and the Bush admin has something to hide and are at fault by Mortarman29 September 1, 2009 10:29 AM EDT So, half of the American public says it is a good idea? Okay, but half of the public doesnt. Hmmmm. Seems there is no mandate there, huh? by toldyouso29 September 1, 2009 10:54 AM EDT 38% says it is a bad idea, 50% would be half and the Bush admin does not have those numbers--this is why you guys lost the last election--poor... (CBS News -- Evening News)
Big Fan Is Destined To Be a Cult Classic Aug 30, 2009
The more his ambulance-chasing lawyer brother, Jeff (Gino Caffarelli), eggs him on to sue, the more recalcitrant Paul becomes. All the while, Paul continues to call in anonymously to Sports Dog, defending Bishop and decrying his suspension from the team. (Slate)
Health care champion's twin battles offered bitter irony Aug 27, 2009
Would he have been able to bring his own party s discordant and recalcitrant factions together behind some compromise. Nancy Taylor, a Washington lawyer and former top health policy adviser to Hatch, thinks so. (Boston Globe)
Japan's bureaucrats face the firing line Aug 25, 2009
The DPJ needs to cultivate those who are willing to work with it and lend a supporting hand to the government in office while keeping a close eye on the recalcitrant. With little experience in governing, the DPJ will undoubtedly need the support and experience of bureaucrats. (Asia Times Online)
Foot injury slows Roethlisberger Aug 21, 2009
Broncos coach Josh McDaniels said he hasn t decided if recalcitrant receiver Brandon Marshall will play in Denver s preseason game at Seattle this weekend. Marshall is upset over the Broncos refusal to redo his contract or trade him. (Boston Globe)
NFL Notes: Does Favre's risk-taking rep fit with Childress? Aug 21, 2009
BRONCOS Broncos coach Josh McDaniels says he hasn't decided if recalcitrant receiver Brandon Marshall will play in Denver's preseason game at Seattle this weekend. Marshall spent a second straight day working almost exclusively with the scout team Thursday, 24 hours after saying he was nowhere near mastering the new offense. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Obama's just not that into you Aug 21, 2009
Some activists say they want the White House to twist arms to get Democratic support if needed, and to stop trying to court recalcitrant Republicans. "They're hearing the progressives loud and clear, but in terms of answering them, it's been pretty quiet," Natalie Luna, a spokeswoman for Rep. (Salon)
WACAM launches report on determination of heavy metals in water bodies Aug 20, 2009
He said as it was evident in most communities, mining companies were operating completely outside regulations and called on the EPA to intensify its monitoring efforts to bring recalcitrant persons to book. Mr. Samuel Obiri, a Research Fellow and Executive Director with the Centre for Environmental Impact Analysis (CEIA), said the seriousness of the situation as far as environmental and water pollution in mining communities in Ghana were concerned, required a joint collaboration of government... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Amend Mineral Law, It is too flexible - WACAM Aug 19, 2009
He said it was evident in most communities that the mining companies were operating completely outside any regulations and called on the GEPA to intensify its monitoring operations to bring the recalcitrant ones to book. 18 Aug. 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Why the Public Option Isn't Dispensable Aug 18, 2009
On the other hand, Kennedy's death might stir some recalcitrant Democrats to honor his legacy by supporting the public option. (It's worth remembering that a Kennedy death, admittedly under more gruesome and tragic circumstances, helped create back in. (Slate)
Encouraging talent: Aug 18, 2009
When we first set out to research these smart and powerful, yet often recalcitrant clever people, we thought they would be consultants, lawyers, investment bankers, research-and-development wizards and other similar smart professionals. Many of them were, but we also found value-creating brilliance in a huge variety of places-in schools, in hospitals, in fast-moving consumer-goods businesses, in breweries and not just in those institutions' R&D departments. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Stokley, not Marshall, stars in new Denver offense Aug 12, 2009
McDaniels tried to dampen the notion that Marshall was either seriously injured or dogging it this week when he said he was confident his recalcitrant receiver will be ready for the regular season. "Mentally, he's in all the meetings, he sees all the film sessions, sees all the corrections, so I'm not concerned with that - we still have over a month left for that to come into the fold," McDaniels said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kumawuman in Limbo due to a Queen's Intransigence Aug 9, 2009
And as the American President Ronald Reagan used to say, "You ain't seen nothing yet" (instead of you haven't seen anything yet"). The queen will suffer further tribulations the more she holds onto her selfish claim to the Kumawuman paramount throne. Kumawuman is in limbo of waiting for the queen's response to the invocation of the "Asantehene's Ntamkese" (Asantehene's Great Oath) on her by Nana Nti Kwakye, the Head of the Ananangya royal family. The last time I heard, she had told friends she... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
GRNA to enforce code of ethics Aug 5, 2009
Accra, Aug. 4, GNA - The Ghana Registered Nurses Association (GRNA) on Tuesday said it would strictly enforce its code of ethics and ensure that recalcitrant members were sanctioned to uphold the image of the profession. The Association expressed worry over the gradual dwindling of public trust and confidence in Nursing and Midwifery services mostly at public health facilities, as a result of poor attitudes exhibited by some of its members, who were often described as "unfriendly, saucy, cruel,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Obama's Waterloo? Aug 2, 2009
Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said a Democratic congressman from his state told him that during a meeting in the White House, Mr. Obama told recalcitrant Democrats, "You're going to destroy my presidency.". That would be true only if the president makes it so. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Moreno not at start of Broncos camp Aug 1, 2009
One player who returned to practice Friday was recalcitrant receiver , who is unhappy with his contract and has asked for a trade. After practicing Monday, Marshall sat out two days of workouts with rookies and other veterans who were coming off injuries. (ESPN -- Football)
The junta's choice Aug 1, 2009
The lengthy delays in Aung San Suu Kyi's trial are another indication that the recalcitrant generals can sometimes be swayed by foreign influence. "The regime wants to take its time because of the mounting pressure it's under," a diplomat in Rangoon told reporters. (BBC News)
Obama Health Care PR in Overdrive Jul 30, 2009
They have to have 60% so that the minority Republicans and a few recalcitrant Democrats can trash the whole thing. As I see it, if you don't have a public option, all you'll get is another Medicare Drug Plan. (CBS News -- Health)
Vick conditionally reinstated by Goodell Jul 29, 2009
The recalcitrant Pro Bowl receiver reported to the first day of Denver's training camp yesterday at Englewood, Colo. after skipping all offseason workouts while rehabbing from a hip operation and protesting his contract and what he feels was a misdiagnosis of his injury by the team's medical staff. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dems vs. Dems in Health Care Battle Jul 29, 2009
Democrats will hold out, waiting for the President and/or his chatelelaine, Nancy Pelosi, to approve an earmark the recalcitrant Congressmen and women want tacked onto the health bill. The cost will skyrocket as Big Bertha Murtha and his fellow patriots wallow in pork. (CBS News -- Politics)
McNabb invigorated by youth Jul 28, 2009
Broncos Marshall reports Recalcitrant receiver Brandon Marshall reported to the Denver Broncos headquarters. He missed all offseason workouts while rehabbing from hip surgery and protesting his contract and his medical treatment from the team. (Boston Globe)
UNREALITY-BASED Jul 28, 2009
What he says about reform bears no relation to the legislation he wants Congress to pass as soon as recalcitrant Democrats can be bludgeoned into line. Obama says no one will lose his private coverage; costs will be controlled; and the legislation will be paid for. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Click to read:AP: Public Option Nixed from Health Care Bill Jul 28, 2009
" But socialism at least offers a great deal to the people who need it, like Social Security Insurance. It kills Republicans that SSI has worked spectacularly for nearly 75 years. Socialism offers workable solution but Republicans offer nothing. That is exactly the point of Republicanism: It offers absolutely nothing to 99% of the population. As we can see Republicans are only takers. Their brand of politics is only for the very wealthy elites. And they care nothing for the Common Good. They... (CBS News)
Marshall keeps promise by reporting to Broncos Jul 28, 2009
The recalcitrant Pro Bowl receiver reported to the first day of the ' training camp on Monday after skipping all offseason workouts while rehabbing from a hip operation and protesting his contract and what he feels was a misdiagnosis of his injury by the team's medical staff. After catching several passes in the light afternoon workout, Marshall made it clear by his body language and evasiveness during a terse five-minute news conference that he remains dissatisfied in Denver. (ESPN -- Football News)
Western sauce may spoil Peking duck Jul 28, 2009
Asian countries see IFIs as instruments of Western exploitation while the global bodies seem to see developing countries as recalcitrant and lacking in expertise. The recommendations of IFIs such as the Asia Development Bank and the International Monetary Fund for responses to the economic crisis for Asia focus on moving their economies from an export to a domestic-demand orientation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
DA wants jail time for Burress Jul 28, 2009
- Recalcitrant receiver Brandon Marshall was an unhappy camper Monday when he reported for the first day of the Denver Broncos' training camp. Marshall, who missed all offseason workouts while rehabbing from hip surgery and protesting his contract and his medical treatment from the team, participated in the short afternoon workout. (Athens Banner-Herald)
After offseason tumult, new boss in Denver ready to take field Jul 27, 2009
New quarterback Kyle Orton and recalcitrant wide receiver Brandon Marshall are due at Dove Valley with the rookies and rehabbers on Monday, three days before the rest of the squad reports for new coach ' first training camp. Shanahan's firing on Dec. 30 set off a stormy offseason that has divided the Broncos' faithful into two camps. (USA Today -- Sports)
Pelosi: I'm Not Bound by Obama Health Exec Deals Jul 25, 2009
"As we look, there may be some more ways to get money out of pharmaceutical companies, she added. Pelosi made her comments in the wake of the nation's hospitals agreeing to forgo $155 billion in government health-care reimbursements, and drug companies promising $80 billion. The historic measure to revamp nations health care has been held up by fiscally conservative Democrats who balk at what might become a Trillion dollar albatross hung on the nations fiscal neck. Adding to the bills... (Newsmax)
Nelson & Co. Are Winning Fight Against Public Option Health Plan Jul 25, 2009
Obama did get personally involved in the fight, citing blatant political partisanship on the part of some Republicans ("If we're able to stop Obama on this it will be his Waterloo. It will break him," said one) and scolding recalcitrant Democrats, including Nelson. Nelson and the other moderates didnt flinch when the president complained. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Pres. Obama rallies support for health-care revamp in address Jul 23, 2009
For the past week, Obama has engaged in a two-pronged campaign to woo recalcitrant lawmakers and sell nervous voters. The news conference seemed to be intended less to stake out new ground than to calm a nation still reeling from the economic meltdown. (AZCentral -- News)
Borger: Democrats messing up on health care Jul 23, 2009
He has held health care symposiums and town halls, met with recalcitrant conservatives and moderates, and kept tabs with congressional leaders on their progress. And Wednesday night, he'll take the issue to the country in a prime-time press conference. (CNN -- US)
Six-Month Delay for Obama-Gitmo Report Jul 22, 2009
Obama should tell those recalcitrant Democrats: "If you don't support my policies, I am gonna put those terrorists in your state. And I am gonna have Rham run the campaign of your opponent next primary. And guess what? I am gonna oppose you every step of the way. " Then once he has filled the Congress with Democrats to his liking then maybe we can get some things done. by crazybajan July 21, 2009 12:42 PM EDT. (CBS News -- US)
Skin-like Tissue Developed From Human Embryonic Stem Cells Jul 22, 2009
Our goal is to produce functional tissues to treat oral and skin conditions, like the early stages of cancer and inflammatory disease, as well as to accelerate the healing of recalcitrant wounds, said Garlick. First author Kyle Hewitt is a graduate student in cell, molecular & developmental biology program at the Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Science at Tufts and is a member of Garlick s lab. (Science Daily)
Click to read:Obama Talks Health Care with Couric Jul 22, 2009
Mr. Obama better start playing hard ball with those recalcitrant blue dog Democrats. He should invite them to the White House and say: "Listen up boys. Either you do as I say, or my Attorney General is gonna start digging up skeletons in your backyard. You hear? Don't forget I got the FBI and the CIA, and Acorn, and the ACLU working for me. ". (CBS News)
Climate Conundrum: How to Get India to Play Ball Jul 21, 2009
No country has proven more recalcitrant than India. Some of the clamor owes to the fact that India is a more openly contentious society than, say, China; and, like American leaders, Indian politicians need to cater to their own domestic constituencies. (Time.com)
Kelantan prince sues wife, mum-in-law for RM105m (Update 2) Jul 20, 2009
The prince contended that Manohara was duly informed of the ultimatum via the media but she failed to comply and he asked the court to issue an order to reconcile or deem her to be nusyuz (recalcitrant). The case is set for mention on Aug 2. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Bloggers' challenge: What will result from last week's landslide tragedy? Jul 16, 2009
Cache Marine wrote on Jul 15, 2009 5:34 PM:" Sen. Lyle Hillyard will get reelected by a huge margin becuase of his recalcitrant insistance that the canal companies continue to be self regulating withot pesky government oversite really resonates with the Cache Voters - well at least those of whom were not buried in the mud and debris.Semper Fi ". Stephen wrote on Jul 15, 2009 8:39 PM:" Canal water should be run through pipes in those areas where the open ditch presents a health risk. Irrigation... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Loss of sight Jul 15, 2009
This sort of glaucoma is recalcitrant to eye drops and needs surgery. Copyright. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Click to read:Obama Approval Rating Slips to 57 Percent Jul 14, 2009
Time to drop the "Uncle Tom"-type appeals to those who still consider you just another "n-word", and kick these ignorant, recalcitrant suckers to the curb, which is actually what we voted for you to do ... Time to drop the "Uncle Tom"-type appeals to those who still consider you just another "n-word", and kick these ignorant, recalcitrant suckers to the curb, which is actually what we voted for you to do. (CBS News)
Cap-and-Tax: Government vs. America Jul 11, 2009
The bill is so egregiously obscene that even the strong Democratic majority in the House couldn't have passed it without bribing some recalcitrant representatives -- also with our money. To buy, er, secure Ohio Rep. (Human Events Online)
MICHAEL WEST Jul 8, 2009
Rio Tinto is close to a 'put up or shut up' deal which would see recalcitrant institutional shareholders offered the same terms in a bond issue as Chinalco. The latest results of fund managers Platinum Asset Management and Perpetual reveal some surprising findings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Who's in charge? Jul 3, 2009
They have been joined by the Obama administration, which sent US Vice-President Joe Biden to Bosnia in May, effectively to read the riot act to recalcitrant local leaders. "You need to work together across ethnic lines," he ordered them, in a fairly hectoring tone, "so that your country functions like a real country.". (BBC News -- Europe)
Climate bill a win for Obama Jun 29, 2009
A day later, after a flurry of phone calls from Obama to recalcitrant Democrats, the House spoke - and said it agreed. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
USA's Yesterdays: James J. Hill: Building an empire upon railroad tracks Jun 27, 2009
Hill first had to persuade recalcitrant judges to allow the project to proceed. Then he had to borrow huge sums of cash. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
National Farmers Union urges Congress to look at ag's role in climate change Jun 27, 2009
Erich J. Knight wrote on Jun 5, 2009 2:00 PM:" Biochar Soil Technology.....Husbandry of whole new orders of lifeBiotic Carbon, the carbon transformed by life, should never be combusted, oxidized and destroyed. It deserves more respect, reverence even, and understanding to use it back to the soil where 2/3 of excess atmospheric carbon originally came from.We all know we are carbon-centered life, we seldom think about the complex web of recycled bio-carbon which is the true center of life. A... (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
House Passes Major Energy-Climate Bill Jun 27, 2009
Obama lobbied recalcitrant Democrats by phone from the White House as the debate unfolded across several hours, and Al Gore posted a statement on his Web site saying the measure represents "an essential first step towards solving the climate crisis." The former vice president won a Nobel Peace Prize for his work drawing attention to the destructive potential of global warming. On the House floor, Democrats hailed the legislation as historic, while Republicans said it would damage the economy... (Click2Houston, TX)