Monthly Archives: November 2009

Library Leader in Era of Change to Step Down – New York Times

Library Leader in Era of Change to Step Down – New York TimesAfter 16 years at the helm of one of the world s largest library systems, Paul LeClerc announced on Wednesday that he would step down as president of … Continue reading

Somali pirates get $3.3 million ransom, free 36 hostages – Kansas City Star

Somali pirates get $3.3 million ransom, free 36 hostages – Kansas City StarAs a Spanish warship looked on, a $3.3 million ransom was delivered by boat Tuesday and Somali pirates freed a Spanish trawler and its 36 crew members. Spain’s … Continue reading

Formula 1 – formula1.com/news/

Formula 1 – formula1.com/news/Check out the latest news from Formula One’s teams and drivers, and take a look at the results from recent races. Includes links and games. Breakingviews.com: This Poison Pill Aids Investors – New York TimesPoison pills, or … Continue reading

F1 2009 (Wii) – G4 TV

F1 2009 (Wii) – G4 TVF1 2009 delivers an authentic, unforgiving F1 racing experience. Endless customization options and a detailed sim experience will satisfy the pickiest gearhead. But despite attempts to give newbies a rolling start, most gamers will be … Continue reading

How Fast Can You Be Ready? – Oprah

How Fast Can You Be Ready? – OprahRecently, a reader e-mailed us to say that she didn’t have the time for any kind of beauty regimen the idea of styling her hair or putting on even a little makeup was … Continue reading

FEATURE-Motor racing-Senna keen to make his own name in F1 – Reuters UK

FEATURE-Motor racing-Senna keen to make his own name in F1 – Reuters UKLONDON, Nov 17 (Reuters) – Bruno Senna has carried a burden of expectation ever since he first stepped into a racing car and it will only grow heavier … Continue reading

Mercedes take over F1 champions Brawn – Nationalpost.com

Mercedes take over F1 champions Brawn – Nationalpost.comLONDON — Formula One champions Brawn will compete as Mercedes Grand Prix next season after the German carmaker announced a takeover on Monday along with the sale of their stake in McLaren. Daimler … Continue reading

Minn.’s Northstar commuter rail starts Monday – West Central Tribune

Minn.’s Northstar commuter rail starts Monday – West Central TribuneI think that the Northstar commuter rail line will be judged on a number of levels, and the key one is ridership,” said Bob Gibbons, spokesman for Metro Metro Transit expects … Continue reading

Hits & Misses Of F1 2009 – Bleacherreport.com

Hits & Misses Of F1 2009 – Bleacherreport.com- Brawns the brains of Ross Brawn certainly did. A technical master piece was his machine made at almost 1/5th of the budget of the top teams! – Red Bull Adrian Newey is … Continue reading

VIDEO: TOYOTA F1 EXIT OPENS NEW DOORS – Pistonheads

VIDEO: TOYOTA F1 EXIT OPENS NEW DOORS – PistonheadsAs Toyota announced a painful withdrawal from F1 this morning, no attempt was made to suggest a future direction for its motorsport activity. Toyota has unfinished business at Le Mans Fortunately, PH … Continue reading

Report: Medicare paid $47B in suspect claims – Alliance Review

Report: Medicare paid $47B in suspect claims – Alliance ReviewWASHINGTON — The government paid more than $47 billion in questionable Medicare claims including medical treatment showing little relation to a patient’s condition, wasting taxpayer dollars at a rate nearly three … Continue reading

MC to outsource survey for property details – Tribune

MC to outsource survey for property details – TribuneThe MC has invited expression of interest for the survey of properties with a view to introducing error-free property assessments in the city. The survey would not only help the house tax … Continue reading

Motor Racing: Former F1′s Briatore seeks 1 million euros in damages – Channel NewsAsia

Motor Racing: Former F1′s Briatore seeks 1 million euros in damages – Channel NewsAsiaLONDON : Disgraced former Renault team head Flavio Briatore is seeking one million euros in compensation from Formula One’s governing body over the crash-gate scandal, according to … Continue reading

Gordonsville couple give U.Va. $5 million for diabetes research – Richmond Times-Dispatch

Gordonsville couple give U.Va. $5 million for diabetes research – Richmond Times-DispatchPaul and Diane Manning had no family history of Type 1 diabetes until both of their children developed the disease, but they’re making a historic family contribution to fighting … Continue reading

F1 champion, free agent Button visits McLaren – 9&10 News

F1 champion, free agent Button visits McLaren – 9&10 NewsWOKING, England (AP) Formula One champion Jenson Button has visited McLaren’s headquarters. The British team says Button, who is out of contract after winning this year’s title with Brawn GP, made … Continue reading

Malaysia’s Lotus F1 team pass internal crash tests – star.com.my

Malaysia’s Lotus F1 team pass internal crash tests – star.com.myKUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia s Lotus F1 Racing team have crossed a milestone in their preparation for their debut in the 2010 world championship season by passing internal crash tests for their … Continue reading

Lotus F1 team signs first driver – The Guardian

Lotus F1 team signs first driver – The GuardianKUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Reuters) – The new Malaysian-backed Lotus Formula One team has signed its first driver, principal Tony Fernandes said on Saturday without giving any name. “One Malaysia Formula One … Continue reading

Brawn upbeat about F1 future – espnstar.com

Brawn upbeat about F1 future – espnstar.comRoss Brawn believes the future of F1 racing remains bright despite the decision by Toyota to pull out of next year’s championship. The Englishman led his Brawn GP team to both the drivers’ and … Continue reading

Cory Pesaturo – Bleacherreport.com

Cory Pesaturo – Bleacherreport.comCory Pesaturo, a 21-year old resident of North Cumberland, RI, is in his senior year at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, MA, and is the only accordionist enrolled. Mr. Pesaturo s extensive resum includes … Continue reading

REPORT: Court Rejects Rejected F1 Team – autoblog

REPORT: Court Rejects Rejected F1 Team – autoblogHell hath no fury like a racing team scorned. Among the dozen teams that lodged bids this year to join the F1 grid for 2010 was N.Technology. The racing outfit is known to … Continue reading

Karun has 3 realistic chances of racing in F1 in 2010 – Express India

Karun has 3 realistic chances of racing in F1 in 2010 – Express IndiaSutil qualifies for Brazilian GP at 3rd Karthikeyan, Chandhok talented; but skil Force India hopeful of good show at Japa New Delhi Ace driver Karun Chandhok says … Continue reading

Valvoline 10W30,Val Synthetic Blend – AOL

Valvoline 10W30,Val Synthetic Blend – AOLNAME: Valvoline 10W30,Val Synthetic Blend DESCRIPTION: DuraBlend Tough Driving Formula has been developed with a unique blend of premium synthetic hei=150&wid=150&op_sharpen=1 URL: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_02813107000P? Speed World Challenge Returns to Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach – … Continue reading

1M’sia F1 team doesn’t need RM1 bil to win – Malaysiakini

1M’sia F1 team doesn’t need RM1 bil to win – MalaysiakiniWhen 1Malaysia Racing Team Sdn Bhd (1MRT) announced its start-up capital of RM168 million for its Lotus F1 Racing team, which will take part in next year’s Formula One (F1) … Continue reading

Iowa State Football: ISU bowl formula? It’s easy, just win – Des Moines Register

Iowa State Football: ISU bowl formula? It’s easy, just win – Des Moines RegisterAmes, Ia. Iowa State can quiet all the bowl speculation in one simple way. Just win. Success against 3-6 Colorado at 1 p.m. Saturday in Jack Trice … Continue reading

Motor racing-Malaysia’s Lotus F1 looks to GLCs for cash – Reuters UK

Motor racing-Malaysia’s Lotus F1 looks to GLCs for cash – Reuters UKKUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Reuters) – Lotus Formula One is still seeking sponsorship to help the new Malaysian team survive in its first season in 2010 despite a tight … Continue reading