Michigan State Spartans Former MSU star Abdelkader takes jabs at U-M's Big House during flyover The Detroit News
"'We were joking around (when) we went over the Big House,' the Red Wings forward and former Michigan State star said of Michigan Stadium. 'If we'd had a couple of bombs on it (the jet), maybe we would have dropped a couple on there.'"
Monday, July 25, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
The soaring cost of back-to-school basics
The soaring cost of back-to-school basics - money - TODAY.com
"parents of elementary school students can expect to pay an average $530 this year.
That's up from $474 last year, an increase of almost 12 percent."
"parents of elementary school students can expect to pay an average $530 this year.
That's up from $474 last year, an increase of almost 12 percent."
Friday, July 22, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Central Falls, R.I., Asks ‘Great’ Sacrifice of Its Retirees
Central Falls, R.I., Asks ‘Great’ Sacrifice of Its Retirees - NYTimes.com
"CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. — The retirees came from near and far, gathering in a muggy auditorium here to listen to an urgent pitch: give back a big chunk of your pension or risk losing it all.
This city of 19,000 is broke and headed for bankruptcy, partly because it has promised retired police and firefighters millions of dollars in pensions and benefits that it cannot begin to afford."
"CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. — The retirees came from near and far, gathering in a muggy auditorium here to listen to an urgent pitch: give back a big chunk of your pension or risk losing it all.
This city of 19,000 is broke and headed for bankruptcy, partly because it has promised retired police and firefighters millions of dollars in pensions and benefits that it cannot begin to afford."
Nike Equips Elite College Football Teams With Combination Of Creativity & Advanced Technology
Nike Equips Elite College Football Teams With Combination Of Creativity & Advanced Technology - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE
"The teams selected to sport the 2011 Nike Pro Combat system of dress uniforms include Army, Boise State, Georgia, LSU, Michigan State, Navy, Ohio State, Oregon and Stanford."
"The teams selected to sport the 2011 Nike Pro Combat system of dress uniforms include Army, Boise State, Georgia, LSU, Michigan State, Navy, Ohio State, Oregon and Stanford."
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
NYT: Today's playgrounds may be too safe
NYT: Today's playgrounds may be too safe - Parenting & Family - TODAY.com
"His philosophy seemed reactionary at the time, but today it’s shared by some researchers who question the value of safety-first playgrounds.
Even if children do suffer fewer physical injuries — and the evidence for that is debatable — the critics say that these playgrounds may stunt emotional development, leaving children with anxieties and fears that are ultimately worse than a broken bone."
"His philosophy seemed reactionary at the time, but today it’s shared by some researchers who question the value of safety-first playgrounds.
Even if children do suffer fewer physical injuries — and the evidence for that is debatable — the critics say that these playgrounds may stunt emotional development, leaving children with anxieties and fears that are ultimately worse than a broken bone."
The Financial Fall of Lenny Dykstra
The Financial Fall of Lenny Dykstra - NYTimes.com
"Before promoting a single stock or venturing into the perilous world of magazine publishing, Lenny Dykstra lived the good life, essentially risk-free. He signed autographs, shook hands and banked the profits from his car-wash business."
"Before promoting a single stock or venturing into the perilous world of magazine publishing, Lenny Dykstra lived the good life, essentially risk-free. He signed autographs, shook hands and banked the profits from his car-wash business."
Former U.S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra will challenge Sen. Debbie Stabenow, according to news source
Former U.S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra will challenge Sen. Debbie Stabenow, according to news source MLive.com
"Former U. S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra, a Holland Republican, has decided to run for the U.S. Senate after all, challenging incumbent U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a Democrat, reports Gongwer News Service."
"Former U. S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra, a Holland Republican, has decided to run for the U.S. Senate after all, challenging incumbent U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a Democrat, reports Gongwer News Service."
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Analyzing the Spartans' 2012 recruits
Analyzing the Spartans' 2012 recruits Detroit Free Press freep.com
"'With some of the top names on the board that are still considering Michigan State, I think they have a chance to finish real strong here and finish toward the top of the conference.
There are still some big fish out there.
Five-star defensive end Adolphus Washington has recently put Michigan State in his top group.
Four-star wide receiver Monty Madaris could be close to committing.'"
"'With some of the top names on the board that are still considering Michigan State, I think they have a chance to finish real strong here and finish toward the top of the conference.
There are still some big fish out there.
Five-star defensive end Adolphus Washington has recently put Michigan State in his top group.
Four-star wide receiver Monty Madaris could be close to committing.'"
Air Canada Loses Lawsuit Over Stewardess Failing To Speak In 'Mother Tongue'
Air Canada Loses Lawsuit Over Stewardess Failing To Speak In 'Mother Tongue' - AOL Travel News
"Thibodeau has a history of being litigious. He sued an Ottawa bus company in 2002 because the bus driver said 'Hello' not 'Bonjour.'"
"Thibodeau has a history of being litigious. He sued an Ottawa bus company in 2002 because the bus driver said 'Hello' not 'Bonjour.'"
Monday, July 18, 2011
Incredible moonbow lights up the night sky at Yosemite National Park
Incredible moonbow lights up the night sky at Yosemite National Park Mail Online
"Somewhere over the... moonbow: Dazzling arc of colour lights up night sky at Yosemite National Park"
"Somewhere over the... moonbow: Dazzling arc of colour lights up night sky at Yosemite National Park"
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