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A Big One Hit Japan (w/Updates)

• March 11, 2011 • 4 Comments

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The Ancestors Take Home Jazz Saxophonist and Flautist James Moody, 85

• December 11, 2010 • Comments Off

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Mighty Funny Someone Like Poor Chelsea King Can Get the Cops and the FBI to Hunt for Her and Her Assailant–But Mitrice Richardson Gets No Respect

• March 10, 2010 • 2 Comments

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Jasmyne Cannick, Latice Sutton, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Race, Rep. Maxine Waters, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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Fire chief says city and tech college still working on training agreement May 22, 2013
Fire Chief Steven Davis says the city still intends to share training facilities with Madison College.
Steve Nass vs. Madison College May 22, 2013
It appears public higher education entities in Madison just can't win with at least one Republican legislator.
Bill Lueders: Dollars grease skids for school choice May 22, 2013
Pro-voucher group American Federation for Children told its funders it spent $2.4 million in Wisconsin last year to elect school choice candidates. In filings to the state, it reported spendin…
UW bids out sports concessions contract; longstanding deal with W Club could end May 22, 2013
The National W Club has managed concessions for Badgers events since 1962 but it voted to end its contract early so the UW athletic department could get "new, fresh ideas."
Madison Mallards serve up the winning pitch May 22, 2013
Using unpaid college players, the baseball team turns the Warner Park "Duck Pond" into a popular destination every summer.
State Debate: Child support cuts, sale of state assets, 0.05 booze limit stir the pot May 22, 2013
A daily roundup of interesting newspaper editorials and blog posts from around Madison and Wisconsin.
Officials say tornado tragedy is eye-opener locally May 22, 2013
Despite the fact that children died at a school in the Oklahoma tornado, Madison schools' security chief says the buildings are the safest place to be during a tornado.
Morning briefing: State property sale, state hospitals, double-dipping, child support May 22, 2013
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The Chicago Tribune

Oklahoma governor vows to rebuild, 'regain our strength' May 22, 2013
Even as rescue efforts yielded to recovery today following the massive tornado that hit Moore, Okla., officials were already looking to town's future. "We will rebuild," Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin said.
Pared by 4, proposed closings draw angry aldermen and parents May 22, 2013
The Chicago Public Schools board heard from alderman, angry parents and community members as they prepared to vote on a list of school closings today.
Urlacher retires: 'Didn't want to play for anybody else' May 22, 2013
Brian Urlacher, former Chicago Bears All-Pro linebacker, announced his retirement from the NFL today, three days shy of his 35th birthday.
Trump Tower case: 'He scammed her, he humiliated her' May 22, 2013
An attorney for the plaintiff who said "someone had to stand up to" Donald Trump, put a number to the damages she is seeking from a jury: $6M.
Boy, 16, killed in Back of the Yards neighborhood May 22, 2013
A 16-year-old boy was gunned down in the South Side's Back of the Yards neighborhood late Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Senate pension plan savings scaled back by half May 22, 2013
Senate President John Cullerton's pension plan wouldn't cut as much as originally estimated, a fact that could boost chances for the rival House legislation.
Aragon, Riviera face building code complaints May 22, 2013
Court date could complicate plans for Chicago entertainment district, Uptown Theatre rehabThe owners of two key venues in the city's plan for an Uptown entertainment district are due in court today for allegedly violating the city's building code.
Lawsuit against ex-Jesuit priest McGuire settled for $19.6M May 22, 2013
Lawyers for six plaintiffs today announced a $19.6 million settlement of a lawsuit against the Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus involving allegations of sex abuse by now-defrocked Jesuit priest Donald McGuire.

The New York Times

Focus in Oklahoma Moves From Rescue to Recovery May 22, 2013
The authorities said they had likely found all the bodies beneath the rubble left by this week’s giant tornado.
2-Year Colleges Getting a Falling Share of Spending May 22, 2013
Even as their student bodies have become poorer, many community colleges are “receiving minimal federal support,” said a senior fellow at the group publishing a new report.
Man Being Queried on Tsarnaev Ties Is Killed by Officer May 22, 2013
The man was being questioned about links to Tamerlan Tsarnaev and a 2011 triple murder. The authorities had spoken to him at least twice since the bombings.
From Neanderthal Molar, Scientists Infer Early Weaning May 22, 2013
Patterns of barium in the fossil tooth of a child indicate that breast-feeding ended after 1.2 years, researchers say — much sooner than in modern nonindustrial populations.
Sergeant Accused of Secretly Filming Female Cadets May 22, 2013
The suspect, Sgt. First Class Michael McClendon, sometimes videotaped West Point cadets when they were in the shower, officials said.
The Damage Along the Tornado’s Path May 22, 2013
Analysis of buildings that were severely damaged or destroyed.
FiveThirtyEight: Is the Economy Saving Obama’s Approval Ratings? May 22, 2013
Political coverage over the last week has focused on a series of stories that reflect negatively on the executive branch, but President Obama’s approval ratings have held steady.
I.R.S. Official Denies Misleading Congress May 22, 2013
Lois Lerner, the official who disclosed that the Internal Revenue Service had targeted conservative groups, on Wednesday appeared before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

The San Francisco Chronicle

Court rejects Arizona abortion law
Court rejects Arizona abortion law A federal appeals court that included an ardent opponent of abortion struck down Arizona's ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy Tuesday, citing 40 years of Supreme Court precedents that allow a woman to terminate her pregnancy if the fetus is not yet viable. Nancy Northup, president of the Center for Reproducti […]
Supplier urged use of banned Bay Bridge rods
Supplier urged use of banned Bay Bridge rods San Francisco Chronicle Copyright 2013 San Francisco Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 9:11 am, Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Caltrans decided to install high-risk steel rods on the Bay Bridge's new eastern span after a supplier pointe […]
Ray Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, dies
Ray Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, dies Ray Manzarek, the founding member and keyboard player for the Doors whose haunting and sweetly melodic organ riffs loomed large in the psychedelic rock era, died Monday at the RoMed Clinic in Rosenheim, Germany. Formed in 1965, when Mr. Manzarek had a chance encounter with aspiring poet and film student Jim Morrison at V […]
Expert: Replace at-risk Bay Bridge rods
Expert: Replace at-risk Bay Bridge rods Caltrans needs to examine hundreds of at-risk rods on the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge and replace any that are hard enough to be vulnerable to cracking, says an internationally known expert who serves as an adviser to the state agency. John Fisher, 82, an emeritus professor of civil engineering at Lehigh Univers […]
Senators to query Apple on tax shelters
Senators to query Apple on tax shelters Apple CEO Tim Cook is scheduled to appear Tuesday before the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations to explain why the Cupertino computer giant is avoiding paying billions of dollars in taxes by diverting nearly two-thirds of its pretax revenue through Irish subsidiaries. McCain called the argument by multinat […]
Deadly twister hits Oklahoma, Kansas, Iowa
Deadly twister hits Oklahoma, Kansas, Iowa Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 10:58 pm, Sunday, May 19, 2013 A tornado that severely damaged a mobile home park southeast of Oklahoma City killed a 79-year-old man whose body was found in an op […]
Israeli-Syrian threats bolster tensions
Israeli-Syrian threats bolster tensions Los Angeles Times Copyright 2013 Los Angeles Times. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 8:34 pm, Sunday, May 19, 2013 Fears of an escalation of violence between Israel and Syria grew Sunday with renewed Israeli threats to destroy Syrian weapons cache […]
News of the day From Across the Globe, May 20
News of the day From Across the Globe, May 20 Around 11,000 police officers and soldiers blocked an annual conference Sunday at Tunisia's main religious center by a radical Islamist movement that has been implicated in attacks across the country. The leader of the group, Seifallah Ben Hassine, is wanted for his involvement in a mob attack on the U.S. Em […]

The San Jose Mercury News

'Arrested Development' defies the odds with Netflix rebirth May 22, 2013
Never-say-die efforts helped to bring beloved cult comedy back to life.
Review: 'The Hangover Part III' short on laughs May 22, 2013
'The Hangover Part III' has none of the humor and fun of the original comedy.
Charles Woodson rejoining Oakland Raiders on 1-year deal May 22, 2013
Sitting in the passenger seat of a black Suburban inching slowly toward the security gate, Charles Woodson smiled broadly as a crowd of more than 100 fans chanted his name.
Pablo Sandoval's home run lifts San Francisco Giants past Washington Nationals 4-2 May 22, 2013
Pablo Sandoval hit a game-winning two-run home run in 10th inning after the San Francisco Giants sent the game to extra innings with a run in the ninth.
Poole: Raiders' signing Charles Woodson absolutely the right move May 22, 2013
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San Jose Sharks beat Los Angeles Kings 2-1, tie playoff series May 22, 2013
The San Jose Sharks held on to defeat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 at HP Pavilion, winning a second consecutive game on home ice and knotting up their second-round Stanley Cup playoff series at two games each.
Jenny Lin's death remembered with Castro Valley service, candlelight walk May 22, 2013
No arrests have been made in the death of Castro Valley teen, who was killed in her family's home in 1994.
49ers sign draft pick Quinton Patton May 22, 2013
San Francisco 49ers sign fourth-round pick, wide receiver Quinton Patton, to four-year deal

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

Effort to allow higher property tax in New Orleans to pay for police, fire departments sails through Louisiana House May 22, 2013
A push to raise the constitutional cap on New Orleans' property tax rates to fund additional fire and police services sailed through the Louisiana House on Tuesday. The bill would lift a restriction in the state Constitution limiting the...
Landrieu complains GOP blocking budget negotiations May 22, 2013
WASHINGTON - For more than a month, Senate Republicans have blocked the Senate from appointing members to negotiate a final budget with the GOP-led House. First, Senate Republicans insisted on an agreement that the negotiated budget not include any tax...
More than 3,000 refunds issued for Crescent City Connection accounts May 22, 2013
More than 3,000 refund checks have been issued to Crescent City Connection accountholders after the May 4 referendum to extend the tolls failed, the Department of Transportation and Development said Wednesday. The refunds totaled more than $105,000, officials said."As we've...
St. John Parish crime report, May 22 May 22, 2013
This brief comes directly from the St. John Parish Sheriff's Office daily crime report.Patricia Roussell, 54, Williamsburg Drive, LaPlace, LA, was arrested on 5/21/2013 and booked with issuing a worthless check (3) and an attachment.Justin L. Langley, 27, Central Avenue,...
Orleans Parish judge after carjacking: 'It's just part of the scene' May 22, 2013
Orleans Parish Criminal District Judge Frank Marullo said he is unharmed and unfazed after being carjacked outside his Carrollton area home late Tuesday. The judge called it "just part of the scene.""This is a very typical situation," Marullo said after...
Phyllis Taylor receives Greater New Orleans Foundation's Spark Plug Award May 22, 2013
Taylor serves on the boards of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, Smithsonian National Board, Xavier University, Catholic Leadership Institute, and Stone Energy Corp.
Orleans Parish Prison inmate dies of cancer, authorities say May 22, 2013
John Alexcee Jr. died of terminal cancer Tuesday evening, according to Sheriff's office.
Senators David Vitter, Frank Lautenberg announce chemical safety compromise May 22, 2013
WASHINGTON - After more than two decades of impasse over chemical regulations, a bipartisan group of senators Wednesday announced a compromise that won support from both environmental and industry officials."Our bill strikes the right balance between strengthening consumer confidence in...

The Guardian, UK

Khomeini daughter attacks Rafsanjani ban May 22, 2013
Zahra Mostafavi, whose father founded Iran's Islamic republic, calls on supreme leader to reverse guardian council's decisionThe daughter of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of Iran's Islamic republic, has protested against the disqualification of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani from next month's presidential election.Zahra Mostafavi has […]
New light shed on US rendition programme May 22, 2013
Online project uncovers details of way in which CIA carried out kidnaps and secret detentions following September 11 attacks• The Rendition Project interactive • CIA rendition flights explainedA groundbreaking research project has mapped the US government's global kidnap and secret detention programme, shedding unprecedented light on one of the most con […]
French historian kills himself over gay marriage May 21, 2013
Far-right essayist Dominique Venner, 78, shoots himself at altar after writing blogpost condemning same-sex marriage law A far-right French historian has killed himself at the altar of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after declaring that more radical action was needed in opposition to same-sex marriage in France.Dominique Venner, 78, walked into the building a […]
Ferran Adrià launches elBulli foundation - video May 22, 2013
Ferran Adria the former head chef of the world famous elBulli restaurant speaks to the Guardian about the formation of the elBulli foundation and museumGiles TremlettGuy GrandjeanIrene Baqué
Banned driver who mowed down cyclists is jailed for 10 years May 22, 2013
Nicky Lovell, who has 69 previous convictions, pleaded guilty to causing deaths of husband and wife Ross and Clare SimonsA disqualified driver fleeing police was jailed for 10 years and six months on Wednesday for killing a couple he mowed down in a car as they rode their tandem bike.Nicky Lovell, 38, pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of "perfect cou […]
FBI investigates links between Tsarnaev brothers and man shot in Florida May 22, 2013
Reports link Ibragim Todashev, thought to be friend of Boston suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev, to 2011 Massachusetts murderAn FBI agent shot dead a man believed to be a friend of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects Tamerlan and Djokhar Tsarnaev, during a "violent confrontation" in a Florida apartment early on Wednesday.Sources said that Ibragim Todashev […]
David Cameron stands firm on EU referendum date May 22, 2013
Prime minister rejects calls from Eurosceptics to hold vote before planned date of 2017, or even to hold two votesDavid Cameron has issued a blunt warning to Conservative Eurosceptics that his "very clear, very decisive policy" to hold a referendum on Britain's EU membership by the end of 2017 is not up for renegotiation.In an attempt to draw […]
Kenyan president accused of backing post-election violence that killed 1,000 May 22, 2013
Uhuru Kenyatta and deputy named in report that condemns his family, predecessors and state agencies over human rightsKenya's president has received a long-awaited report that names him and his deputy as being among those suspected of planning and financing the country's 2007-08 post-election violence, in which more than 1,000 people died.Uhuru Keny […]

The BBC

Boston bomb investigators kill man May 22, 2013
A Florida man was shot and killed as he became violent while being questioned by Boston bombing investigators, FBI officials say.
US mayor to push tornado shelter law May 22, 2013
The mayor of the tornado-devastated town of Moore in Oklahoma vows to push for a new law on shelters, after Monday's deadly twister.
EU in drive against tax evasion May 22, 2013
EU leaders say they are committed to tackling tax evasion and will push for global action to curb banking secrecy.
Ai Weiwei song rages against state May 22, 2013
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei releases a foul-mouthed music video in which he recreates his detention and rages against abuses of state power.
Ethiopian awarded anti-FGM prize May 22, 2013
Ethiopian activist Bogaletch Gebre wins an international prize for her campaign to eradicate female genital mutilation (FGM).
Costa Concordia charges announced May 22, 2013
The captain of the Costa Concordia cruise liner which ran aground off Italy will face trial on 9 July on multiple manslaughter charges, a judge rules.
Kerry condemns Hezbollah over Syria May 22, 2013
US Secretary of State John Kerry says Lebanon's Hezbollah and Iran are perpetuating President Bashar al-Assad's "campaign of terror" in Syria.
More centrifuges at Iran plant - UN May 22, 2013
The UN's nuclear watchdog says hundreds of advanced centrifuges have been fitted at Iran's Natanz nuclear plant.

The Independent, UK

Oklahoma tornado: The lucky lost their homes. The unlucky lost their lives May 22, 2013
When the sirens started their ominous song shortly after lunch, Pete Prieto barely looked up. “Here comes another hailstorm, whoop-de-doo,” he remembers saying to himself. And when his wife, Diane, declared she was worried enough to drive to the school to pick their two kids up early, he sighed. “They are going to be fine,” he told her.
'I learned some tough lessons': Disgraced Anthony Weiner joins race for New York mayor May 22, 2013
Two years after Anthony Weiner’s political career was undone by revelations that he had been sending lewd pictures of himself to women on Twitter, the former Congressman has announced a bid to return to public life by running in the race to succeed Michael Bloomberg as the Mayor of New York.
Oklahoma tornado: Search nears the end for Moore storm survivors as Mayor vows to ensure shelters are built in new houses May 22, 2013
The search by emergency workers for survivors in the wreckage left by the huge tornado that ripped through an Oklahoma suburb is coming to an end, according to officials.
FBI kills 'friend of Boston bomb suspects' during questioning in Florida May 22, 2013
An FBI agent has shot and killed a man believed to have been friends with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects.
FBI kills 'friend of Boston bomb suspects' during questioning May 22, 2013
An FBI agent shot and killed a Florida man with suspected links to the Boston Marathon bombings early on Wednesday, NBC News reported.
In pictures: Nasa images of Oklahoma tornado reveal scale of storm May 22, 2013
Nasa has released images taken by satellites showing the devastating tornado as it struck the town of Moore in Oklahoma.
'I learned some tough lessons': Anthony Weiner launches comeback with bid to become New York Mayor May 22, 2013
Ex-congressman Anthony Weiner whose career imploded in a rash of raunchy tweets two years ago said in a YouTube video announcement that he is running for mayor of New York City. He had said last month he was considering entering the race.
Oklahoma tornado: Family at the centre of iconic image, captured walking away from wreckage of devastated school, identified May 22, 2013
The family at the centre of an iconic image which captured the devastation caused by the F5 tornado that ripped through an Oklahoma suburb and killed at least 24 people, have been identified.

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