Obama health drive faces critical vote Nov 22, 2009
A successful vote after that would force the Senate and the House of Representatives, which passed its own version of the legislation November 7, to craft a compromise bill and vote again in order to send it to Obama ... The House of Representatives approved its own trillion-dollar version in a 220-215 squeaker only after winning over a platoon of centrist Democrats by toughening restrictions on federal funds subsidizing abortions ... The Senate version does not include that stricter language,... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Give sport a chance - II Nov 22, 2009
Indeed, is the community participation model merely another version of the Olympic mania - using sport as an adjunct to national goals, and priorities set by the state, this time in a more Ruddite manner ... The report's over-easy division between ''elite'' and ''community'' sports is, at its worst, another version of the Rudd's Government's social democratic elitism. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
NYT: Sen. Lincoln at heart of debate Nov 22, 2009
Arkansas splitBut the health care fight has been divisive at home; House Democrats from the state split on their version of the bill earlier this month. Senator Mark Pryor, a fellow Democrat from Arkansas, was re-elected last year and has managed to escape much of the frenzy. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Doctors warn against reform; protest met with protesters Nov 22, 2009
The cure of the Democrats version of health care reform is worse than the disease, several doctors said Saturday ... Munoz added the Democrats' version of health care reform would wreck the doctor-patient relationship ... The Democrats' version of health care reform is not socialized medicine, and it won't undercut Medicare benefits for seniors, Johnson said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Soprano family values Nov 22, 2009
The Senate's version of health care reform cleared its first procedural vote Saturday night. Latest News. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Dear Fellow Guinea Pig Nov 22, 2009
In the House version, individuals can be fined for failing to purchase an insurance policy to facilitate their right to health care. . (Townhall.com)
Obama in Wonderland Nov 22, 2009
If we didnt read the Lewis Carroll classic, we at least watched the Disney cartoon version. (Some of us, parents of toddlers, may have watched it twenty times. (Townhall.com)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Nov 22, 2009
Choir reunites for charity version of 'There's No-one Quite Like Grandma. Would you want to live next-door to these bizarre painted homes. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Deep Into Saturday Night's Health Care Vote Nov 22, 2009
Columns, funnies in your inbox. Townhall Daily Alert Your daily must-read of conservative columns, cartoons and news. (Townhall.com)
Alcohol rub to help combat hospital bugs Nov 22, 2009
A version of the hand rub known as DeBug, which is 70 per cent alcohol, was introduced at Melbourne's Austin Health hospital three years ago. The hospital's director of infectious diseases, Lindsay Grayson, said the number of patients contracting hospital-acquired infections dropped from 53 three years ago to 32 last year. (Yahoo News -- Antibiotics)
Running backs can’t drive for 100 against Steelers Nov 22, 2009
Attempting to sprint for 100 yards against the latest version of the Steel Curtain defense can be as trying and as frustrating as running a marathon. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Running backs can t drive for 100 against Steelers By ALAN ROBINSONAP Sports Writer Rating: 0 Friday, November 13, 2009 1:59 AM EST PITTSBURGH (AP) The Bengals Cedric Benson will be the latest to... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Democratic senators stay with Reid so far Nov 22, 2009
I ve seen one version or another of this little fantasy played by both sides. (The left wing version invariably has a backward Taliban-like Jesusland falling prey to violent anarchy, by the way, while the brilliant liberals save the planet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
How do other folks see Cameron? Nov 22, 2009
I have subscribed to the on line version of My Cameron News. They offer a great price for those of us who live out of state but still want to keep in touch with where we grew up. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Outcry over TV kidney competition Nov 22, 2009
The Australian version of Big Brother has also drawn criticism for not telling a contestant that her father had died. SEE ALSO 29 May 07 | Entertainment 25 May 07 | Entertainment 21 May 07 | Europe 04 Feb 07 | Entertainment 14 May 07 | Business 26 Jan 06 | Magazine. (Yahoo News -- Reality TV)
Judge the difference for yourself Nov 22, 2009
" Zod wrote on Nov 20, 2009 7:26 PM:" That is the edited version of what I wanted to say ... " Dude wrote on Nov 22, 2009 1:59 AM:" Dogman: Exactly how is the proposed Pelosi or Baucus/Reid versions of Obama care going to REDUCE the cost of any part of health care. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Viewpoints: Most Americans believe health bill will raise deficit Nov 22, 2009
The day after the Congressional Budget Office gave its qualified blessing to the version of health reform produced by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Quinnipiac University poll of a national cross-section of voters reported its latest results ... "The Senate bill is better than the House version, but there's not much reform in this bill. As of now, it's basically a big entitlement expansion, plus tax increases." ... Here's another expert, Maya MacGuineas, the president of the bipartisan... (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
'New Moon' Takes Record $72.7M Box Office Bite Nov 22, 2009
5:16 P.M. GMT november 20, 2008 6:27 P.M. GMT november 20, 2008 In a new @ The Movies interview, "Twilight" star Taylor Lautner tells Tim Lammers about the wild ride he's been on since he became involved in the hotly anticipated movie version of the first novel in the smash book series. Tim Lammers, Web Staff Editor. (Click2Houston, TX)
Biden Says Senate Handed Obama A Big Victory Nov 22, 2009
The 39 senators who voted against moving forward with debate were all Republicans, and the House approved its version of the bill earlier this month on a near party line vote. Obama easily won Iowa in last year's election, and Democrats hold the governor's office as well as majorities in both legislative chambers. (Click2Houston, TX)
Hand-wringing Nov 22, 2009
The French version of the online magazine Slate argues that those wallowing in the current "masochistic" guilt-fest are displaying "their ignorance of football". No doubt many fans also feel the remorse is overdone, and in due course Gallic pride will surge again. (BBC News -- Europe)
Cephalon, Barr settle Fentora dispute Nov 22, 2009
NEW YORK Cephalon Inc. will give Barr Pharmaceuticals Inc. a license to sell a generic version of the pain drug Fentora in 2018 as part of a patent lawsuit settlement, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Thursday. In the filing, Cephalon said it will give Barr a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to sell a generic version of Fentora in October of 2018 ... If another generic version of Fentora reaches the U.S. market before October of 2018, Barr is allowed to launch its... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
The Parenting Place Nov 22, 2009
She was very dignified, made sure not to bad-mouth Jon(no matter how much he might deserve it right now), and she fully acknowleged that what we all are reading in the magazines(which I've spent a ridiculous amount of money on) is such a distorted version of what actually is happening in their lives ... " Our little boss wrote on Aug 4, 2009 5:41 PM:" Here is a longer version of a story we had on our Nation/World page of today's edition ... I know I"m making some generalizations that are... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Kathryn Lopez: Why I'm not a fan of the U.S. government Nov 22, 2009
The legislation, a slightly different version of which also passed in 2007, would prohibit discrimination in hiring decisions on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity ... In Vermont and Massachusetts, along with five other states, versions of ENDA have been the basis of court decisions to strike a blow against traditional marriage. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Healthcare bill passes first U.S. Senate test Nov 22, 2009
The House of Representatives has passed its own version, and differences in the two would have to be reconciled in January before Obama could sign a final measure. The healthcare reform bill would expand coverage to millions of uninsured and bar insurance practices like denying coverage to those with pre-existing conditions. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Holiday windows from 'SNL' to child's play Nov 22, 2009
It's hard to pick just one favorite, Broecker says, but the version of Chris Kattan's Mango prompted a serious, hearty belly laugh. The research for these particular windows was far more entertaining than recent 1960s and green themes, he says, although Doonan still has a soft spot for Rudolph the Recycling Reindeer. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Schumer, centrists working on public option compromise Nov 22, 2009
Schumer's office pushed back on these reports, saying he is merely in conversations with his fellow senators, but Schumer has been an active negotiator and a leader on crafting versions of the public option throughout the debate ... Reid welcomed the talks while standing behind his version, which would allow states to opt out ... "I welcome Sens. Schumer, Landrieu and Carper, who Sen. Landrieu said they're working together to find a public option that's acceptable to all Democrats." Carper is a... (TheHill.com)
White House defends Senate health bill Nov 22, 2009
The White House on Saturday defended the Senate's version of healthcare reform and attacked the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit passed under the Bush administration in 2003. On its , the White House contrasted the cost, deficit effect and length of both landmark pieces of legislation. (TheHill.com)
U.S. Senate votes on health care reform bill Nov 22, 2009
After the Senate approve its different version, two chambers would need to reach an unified bill sent to the president to sign into law. Senator Ben Nelson (D-NE) speaks before the U.S. Senate voted to begin debate on legislation for a broad healthcare overhaul on Capitol Hill, in Washington, November 21, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Capuano, Khazei square off at candidates forum Nov 22, 2009
He called for a new Marshall Plan tied to reform on the ground as well as a 21st-century version of NATO designed for counterterrorism. Capuano rebuffed Khazei s plan and declared the U.S. mission in Afghanistan a success. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Best charitable gifts are made with heart and head Nov 22, 2009
gov and searching for the online version of Publication 78. Be aware that some entities eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions, such as churches and certain affiliated organizations, may not be listed in the publication. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Broder: Budget-buster... Nov 22, 2009
The day after the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) gave its qualified blessing to the version of health reform Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Quinnipiac University of a national cross section of voters reported its latest results ... Here, for example, is what Robert Bixby, the executive director of the , a bipartisan group of budget watchdogs, told me: "The Senate bill is better than the House version, but there's not much reform in this bill. As of now, it's basically a big entitlement... (The Drudge Report)
THE LOUISIANA PURCHASE: $300 MILLION FOR MY VOTE! Nov 22, 2009
She went to the floor during the lunch hour to say that she would vote to proceed with the debate -- but that she'd be looking for much bigger concessions before she gives her blessing to a final version of the bill. "My vote today," she said in a soft Southern accent that masked the hard politics at play, "should in no way be construed by the supporters of this current framework as an indication of how I might vote as this debate comes to an end." Among the concessions she'll seek: more tax... (The Drudge Report)
Holy Moley! It's "SHAZAM!" Nov 22, 2009
Walt Grogan, administrator of , says the appeal of characters like Captain Marvel is it's the wish fulfillment of every kid (and I'm guessing most adults) -- to have the ability to overcome obstacles by saying a magic word and transforming into a more powerful version of oneself. This, certainly, was the major attraction of Captain Marvel but it would have floundered without fantastic stories and masterful art that the Fawcett staff [during the 1940s and 50s] brought to the typewriter and... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Bill Gates' millions to battle TB Nov 22, 2009
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Thursday, 12 February, 2004, 22:34 GMT. (Yahoo News -- Tuberculosis)
Historic health care bill nears key Senate vote Nov 22, 2009
The House approved its version of the bill earlier this month on a near party line vote of 220-215. In hours of debate before the Saturday evening vote, Republicans attacked the legislation as a government takeover of health care and worse. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Kennedy says RI bishop banned him from Communion Nov 22, 2009
(This version CORRECTS Corrects to Kennedy not disclosing how bishop told him of ban sted in discussions. ADDS comment from Kennedy, bishop spokesman, church observer, background on clash). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
The holiday that keeps on giving Nov 22, 2009
Like adults, kids enjoy great storytelling, says Jack Sussman, executive vice president of specials for CBS. If that storytelling comes in the classic version of Rudolph, then it s still great storytelling ... Like adults, kids enjoy great storytelling, says Jack Sussman, executive vice president of specials for CBS. If that storytelling comes in the classic version of Rudolph, then it s still great storytelling. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
A Brooklyn 'Streetcar' Nov 22, 2009
Ullmann, who has directed four feature films and is legendary for her work and relationship with Ingmar Bergman, had originally planned to direct Blanchett in a film version of A Doll s House, but the financing fell through ... She also admits that she would love to make a film version of the production, although no plans are currently in place ... Ullmann, who has directed four feature films and is legendary for her work and relationship with Ingmar Bergman, had originally planned to direct... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
EPA: Uranium from polluted mine in Nev. well... Peggy Pauly lives in a robin-egg blue, two-story house not far from acres of onion fields that make the northern Nevada air smell sweet ... Nov 22, 2009
EPA: Uranium from polluted mine in Nev. wells - California - SignOnSanDiego. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Capuano, Khazei square off at candidates forum Nov 22, 2009
He called for a "new Marshall Plan" tied to reform on the ground as well as a "21st-century version" of NATO designed for counterterrorism. Capuano rebuffed Khazei's plan and declared the U.S. mission in Afghanistan a success. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
US healthcare bill clears Senate test Nov 22, 2009
The House of Representatives narrowly passed its own version of the reforms earlier this month ... 30 Nov - Senators return from Thanksgiving recess to debate and propose amendments to the bill At least three weeks later - Senators vote on final bill If passed, conference committee set up to reconcile Senate and House bills Both chambers vote on final version If passed, President Obama signs bill into law ... There is also a tax on high-value insurance policies that is not contained in the House... (BBC News -- Americas)
Get more: Politics Nov 21, 2009
Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid unveiled his long-awaited version of legislation to reshape the nation's health care system. Tags. (KGO, CA)
Editorial: Promises of drug industry fall flat Nov 21, 2009
The Senate is scheduled to begin debate tonight on its own version of health insurance reform ... Even if the House doesn t prevail with its version of this bill, this issue will not go away. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Consumers guide to health reform Nov 21, 2009
The health care overhaul debate in Congress now centers on two bills: the House measure and the Senate Democrats' version unveiled Wednesday ... Both bills would stop insurers from rejecting applicants with medical conditions once the exchanges are operational 2013 in the House bill and 2014 in the Senate version. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Obama at odds with bishops over abortion Nov 21, 2009
Catholic official says Reid bill is 'worst' version yet in addressing life issues. NBC Video: Politics. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Senate Dems prepare for key health vote Nov 21, 2009
The House version of the legislation would expose the industry to scrutiny by both the Justice Department's antitrust lawyers and the Federal Trade Commission ... After the House cleared its version of the legislation this month, a conservative group began airing commercials criticizing Rep. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Kathryn Lopez: Why I'm not a fan of the U.S. government Nov 21, 2009
The legislation, a slightly different version of which also passed in 2007, would prohibit discrimination in hiring decisions on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity ... In Vermont and Massachusetts, along with five other states, versions of ENDA have been the basis of court decisions to strike a blow against traditional marriage. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Parenting Place Nov 21, 2009
She was very dignified, made sure not to bad-mouth Jon(no matter how much he might deserve it right now), and she fully acknowleged that what we all are reading in the magazines(which I've spent a ridiculous amount of money on) is such a distorted version of what actually is happening in their lives ... " Our little boss wrote on Aug 4, 2009 5:41 PM:" Here is a longer version of a story we had on our Nation/World page of today's edition ... I know I"m making some generalizations that are... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Come Sunday, it'll be all right Nov 21, 2009
" --- More drivel has been written and spouted about the Tamil asylum seekers on the Oceanic Viking than you could poke a stick at in many months of Sundays. To hear the Opposition tell it, the Asiatic hordes are upon us, queuing up for a brass band welcome on a red carpet rolled out for them by Kevin Rudd, a refrain taken up and amplified to a deafening roar by the usual reactionary media hacks. For heaven's sake, there were 78 of these people, not enough to f 00004000 ill a Sydney suburban... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
The two faces of Scientology Nov 21, 2009
This is the very public face of the self-help version of this philosophy, which emphasises freedom of religion and equal rights ... The most infamous and embarrassing was his interview with Nightline's Martin Bashir, where Davis, when asked about Xenu (the galactic emperor who plays an important role in the church's version of history), and stormed off. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
See Paris like a Parisian Nov 21, 2009
Oh, you can still get a bowdlerized version of the city from on top of a tour bus, with a cheesy tour guide pointing out all the familiar places: Napoleon's tomb, the Notre Dame cathedral, the Pantheon, the Opera, the Louvre. But if you only look for the guidebook Paris, you will miss the real city. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Outcry over TV kidney competition Nov 21, 2009
The Australian version of Big Brother has also drawn criticism for not telling a contestant that her father had died. SEE ALSO 29 May 07 | Entertainment 25 May 07 | Entertainment 21 May 07 | Europe 04 Feb 07 | Entertainment 14 May 07 | Business 26 Jan 06 | Magazine. (Yahoo News -- Reality TV)
Can your doctor spot H1N1? Nov 21, 2009
"It can't be perfect, but it can be really, really good." The group is developing a similar tool for parents of sick children, as well as a print version of the material. Of course, any guidelines are only as good as the science that underlies them. (CNN)
TV plotlines reflect recession anxieties Nov 21, 2009
Reality television, despite often reflecting a heavily edited version of "reality," has been front and center in documenting the economic realities facing its participants this season. The recession has become a major issue on nearly all of reality empire Bravo's series, including "Flipping Out," "The Rachel Zoe Project," "Million Dollar Listing" and the entire "Real Housewives" franchise, according to the network's senior vice president of programming, Andy Cohen. (CNN)
Senate vote next step on health bill road Nov 21, 2009
House, Senate versions would need to be conferenced and OK'd again. Versions differ in cost, funding and abortion language, among other things ... (CNN) -- If Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has his way, his chamber will vote Saturday to proceed with debate on its version of the health care bill. (CNN)
Doc Faces Ax for Calling Patient Fat Nov 21, 2009
Many of the comments in support of former marine (their are no FORMER marines, btw, as any real marine believes) accept the version given in the complaint and completely dismiss the doctor's rebuttal of the facts ... How about the patient's version of the facts. (CBS News)
Udall 'encouraged' by Reid reform bill Nov 21, 2009
Mark Udall of Colorado said Friday he will vote to allow debate on a Senate version of health-care reform legislation, but did not indicate whether he will vote for the bill. In a statement, Udall, D-Colo. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 21, 2009
This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server ... This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Daily television guide Nov 21, 2009
Vulgar live-action version of the children s book about a pesky puss (Mike Myers). PG (2003). (Boston Globe)
Senate bill keeps a place for Mass. Connector Nov 21, 2009
The bill provides billions of dollars a year in extra Medicaid money to states to expand their Medicaid programs, but in the Senate version, states like Massachusetts that have expanded their programs would get very little additional help. The House bill would be far more generous, delivering hundreds of millions a year in additional money. (Boston Globe)
As Oprah heads to cable, willher golden touch go with her? Nov 21, 2009
Bennett said he later watched the brief exchange on a taped version of the program. The doctor did a terrific demo and Oprah, her eyes got real big, and she grabbed it out of his hand and said, I gotta have one of these, Bennett said. (Boston Globe)
What's in the Senate Health Bill for You? Nov 21, 2009
Like the House bill, the Senate version would impose an immediate ban on insurance abuses, such as dropping customers with preexisting conditions. It does include a government-run public option for Americans without insurance, though the Senate version would allow states to opt out of the program if they want to. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Health Care 'Public Option' Would Cover Little of Population Nov 21, 2009
The latest version of the "public option," included in the 10-year, $848 billion health care bill headed toward an initial Senate vote Saturday, would cover up to 4 million people, according to the Congressional Budget Office report released late Wednesday night. SIDE BY SIDE. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Conservative Democrats May Make or Break Obamacare Nov 21, 2009
The House version of the legislation would expose the industry to scrutiny by both the Justice Department's antitrust lawyers and the Federal Trade Commission ... After the House cleared its version of the legislation this month, a conservative group began airing commercials criticizing Rep. (Newsmax)
Senate Nears First Healthcare Vote Nov 21, 2009
Any differences between a Senate bill and the House of Representatives version passed on November 7 would have to be reconciled before a final bill can be voted on again in both houses and sent to Obama to sign. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimated Reid's bill would cost $849 billion over 10 years -- below Obama's $900 billion target -- reduce the budget deficit by $130 billion in the same period and extend insurance coverage to 31 million more people. (Newsmax)
Republicans Blast 'Bait and Switch' Obamacare Nov 21, 2009
The House would set up its version of the exchange one year earlier. Both bills would allow consumers to choose between private insurance policies and coverage sold by the government. (Newsmax)