Archive for May, 2008
Posted on May 30, 2008 11:00:20 PM
Source Capital sells aerial lift rental company – Atlanta Journal Constitution
Atlanta-based private equity investor Source Capital said it recently sold an Indianapolis equipment rental company with the assistance of local investment banking firm Brookwood Associates. AirWorx, an aerial lift rental company, was acquired by the
IndyCar making inroads against dominance of NASCAR series – CNN Sports Illustrated
Danica Patrick and Helio Castroneves both expressed interest in NASCAR 2007 Indianapolis 500 winner Dario Franchitti joined NASCAR in ‘08 Though it lacked for drama, the Indy 500 again was a picture of pit strategy and maneuvering that often is
M&I Bank Promotes Walt A. Buckhanan to Senior Vice President – MSN MoneyCentral
MILWAUKEE, May 30 /PRNewswire/ — M&I Marshall & Ilsley Bank (M&I Bank) has announced the promotion of Walt A. Buckhanan to senior vice president. Buckhanan serves as M&I’s director of corporate diversity and has been with the Corporation since 1986
Los Angeles Sparks lose in double overtime – Los Angeles Times
INDIANAPOLIS — Tan White scored 11 of her 20 points in the second overtime, and the Indiana Fever held off the Sparks, 82-78, on Thursday night to hand Candace Parker her first professional loss. Parker had 16 points, 16 rebounds, six blocked shots
Indianapolis Colts Fan Fest to visit Fourth Street Live June 12 – Business First
Agents Ben Dogra, Tom Condon score big, represent 12 NFL draft picks [St. Louis] Wild is top local team on ‘fan satisfaction’ list [Mpls./St. Paul] Sabres fall from top spot in ESPN rankings [Buffalo] The Indianapolis Colts will bring their 2008 Fan
High school student has stroke during commencement – WTHR
Indianapolis – An Indianapolis teenager is in a struggle to survive, after suffering a stroke at her high school graduation ceremony. The Franklin Central senior is now in a drug-induced coma at Methodist Hospital. When Melissa Hunter collapsed
A.M. Best Upgrades Ratings of United Home Life Insurance Company – Forbes
A.M. Best Co. has upgraded the financial strength rating (FSR) to A- (Excellent) from B++ (Good) and issuer credit rating (ICR) to “a-” from “bbb+” of United Home Life Insurance Company (United Home) (Indianapolis, IN). The outlook has been revised
Dixon ready to get back on track after week of celebration – International Herald Tribune
WEST ALLIS, Wis. : After a week of celebrating the biggest victory of his life, new Indy 500 champion Scott Dixon is ready to face one of his toughest tracks. In five tries at the top level of American open-wheel racing two in CART and the last
Daniels to make 4th trip to Japan – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Mitch Daniels has scheduled his fourth trip to Japan to promote business ties with that country. Daniels is expected to meet with officials from more than a dozen Japanese companies during his trip the week of June 9. He is to
Posted on May 29, 2008 11:00:20 PM
‘Before the Rains’ is awash in romance and politics – Seattle Post Intelligencer
“Before the Rains” opens with Henry Moores (Linus Roache), the affable British owner of a spice plantation in 1937 India, in a secret affair with his beautiful servant, Sajani (Nandita Das), in the wild Eden of his lands. Presented with lush imagery
Plein Air painters hit the walls at Gordy – Star-Press
MUNCIE — Twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will cover the walls at Gordy Fine Art and Framing with their art during June and July. Plein Air artists, by definition, paint outside their studios in the open air. They convey
Casting Call: Eddie Murphy To Star In Fourth Beverly Hills Cop – Access Hollywood
Eddie Murphy is ready to get back on the beat. The comedian is set to reprise his role as detective Axel Foley in a fourth installment of Beverly Hills Cop, according to Variety. In addition, Brett Ratner is in talks to direct the film
Sarah Jessica Parker in Sex and the City (2008) – Access Hollywood
Access Hollywood is on the set as Bruce Banner is one the run, meaning just one thing The Incredible Hulk is back! You Don t Mess With The Zohan Premiere Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider and Emmanuelle Chriqui attend the You Don t
Dan Gross: – Philadelphia Daily News
L AWRENCE Richette promises he will not be naked in the movie “Tricks,” which he plans to start shooting this winter. In fact, he won’t be acting in the film at all. Daily News readers may recall that last August Richette exposed himself to NBC 10
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year – MSN MoneyCentral
Sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008 were $107.2 million compared to $107.7 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007, primarily due to one less selling week in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008 versus fiscal 2007. Adjusted for days
When is a story not a story? – Herald & Review
One of my favorite questions from one of the hundreds of youth groups who have come through the Herald & Review offices over the years has been one of those comically innocent ones: “How do you write those stories so they end exactly at the bottom of
What’s going on – Detroit Free Press
How are gas prices affecting the way you and your family live? We’d like to know. Tell us if you’ve changed the way you drive to work, mow your lawn, shop, enjoy the outdoors or socialize. Are you considering car-pooling, walking more, biking, taking
Gay, Lesbian Advocates Seek Civil Marriage Rights – NBC 11
BOSTON — Civil unions are not civil marriages, and that’s exactly what gay and lesbian advocates are seeking to change through proposed civil-marriage laws. Advocacy groups, such as Gay and Lesbian Advocate Defenders (GLAD) and Your Family Friends
‘The Fall’ is a feast for the eyes and the imagination – Seattle Post Intelligencer
The fantasy comes from a tall tale spun by Ray (Lee Pace), a Hollywood stuntman in the 1920s recovering from a punishing fall (which has paralyzed him from the waist down) and a broken heart (which has paralyzed his will to live), the latter
Posted on May 29, 2008 11:00:16 PM
New casinos prepare to open at Indiana horse tracks – WISH-TV
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – Two new casinos have each tentatively scheduled openings in the next two weeks. At Hoosier Park in Anderson and Indiana Downs in Shelbyville, horses will no longer be the only thing to gamble on. “I’m feeling some elation that
Crean appeals to Hoosier fans as he tries to salvage the program – ESPN.com
Tom Crean knows wins may be hard to come by on the court, so he’s winning over the rabid Indiana fan base now. Businessman Ned Pfau of Jeffersonville, Ind., has turned the spacious men’s room at his office into a replica of the Assembly Hall locker
Duke Energy proposes `smart meters’ in Indiana – CNBC
PLAINFIELD, Ind. (AP) – Duke Energy, Indiana’s largest power provider, wants to install more than 800,000 digital meters company officials say would eliminate the need for meter readers and help detect imminent power outages. Duke has asked the
IU pays lawyers more than $200,000 in Sampson probe – CNN Sports Illustrated
IU spent $203,000 in legal fees to handle allegations of NCAA rules violations There will most likely be additional legal charges BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Indiana University has spent $203,000 in fees to lawyers to handle allegations of NCAA rules
Ind. gov visits site of state’s latest wind farm – CNN Money
NEW YORK (Associated Press) – A northern Indiana wind farm that will eventually power more than 200,000 homes shows that the state is becoming a clean energy leader, Gov. Mitch Daniels said Thursday. Daniels visited the Fowler Ridge Wind Farm for a
Severe Weather Threatens Indiana Friday – Indy Channel
INDIANAPOLIS — An outbreak of severe weather is possible from Friday through early Saturday across much of Indiana as a strong storm system nears the state. The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center placed a majority of Indiana in a
Posted on May 28, 2008 11:00:13 PM
Trade pro’s patience lands China venture – Indianapolis Star
South Central Indiana is going to lead the state into commerce with China, just as it did with Japan 20 years ago. That became clear last week when a Chinese joint venture unveiled plans to distribute electric motors from a new industrial park on I
Douglas on record pace for Fever – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – Many of Katie Douglas’ personal records in the WNBA have come at the Indiana Fever’s expense. Now that she plays for Indiana, she’s already adjusting her new team’s record book. Douglas became the first player in franchise history to
Fever-Sun Preview – CBS Sportsline
Katie Douglas established herself as an all-round threat in seven years with the Connecticut Sun franchise, but the All-Star forward is now trying to provide a similar presence for the Indiana Fever. Douglas will oppose her former team for the first
Posted on May 28, 2008 11:00:11 PM
Pittsburgh vs. Detroit – CBS Sportsline
PITTSBURGH (AP) – This is supposed to be the NHL’s dream matchup for the Stanley Cup finals. The talented Pittsburgh Penguins against the tradition-rich Detroit Red Wings with more than enough star power to persuade even the most casual fan to switch off the NBA playoffs and turn on hockey. So far
Ex-aide criticises Bush over Iraq – BBC News
Former White House spokesman Scott McClellan has said US President George W Bush was not “open and forthright” on Iraq and rushed to an unnecessary war. In a new book, Mr McClellan says Mr Bush relied on a “political propaganda campaign” to sell the war. His handling of Hurricane Katrina is also
Oil Rises After Morgan Stanley Says Brent Oil May Reach $150 – Bloomberg
May 28 (Bloomberg) — Crude oil rose more than $2 a barrel after Morgan Stanley said that Brent oil from the North Sea could “easily” reach $150 a barrel. Prices are rising because “supply constraints are biting against the backdrop of still-strong global demand,” Richard Berner , co-head of
Space shuttle mission now a plumber’s house call – Reuters
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) – As the countdown for Saturday’s launch of space shuttle Discovery began on Wednesday, a key part for the International Space Station — a new pump for the toilet — was en route from Russia, NASA officials said. The shuttle, which is scheduled to lift off at 5:02
Posted on May 26, 2008 11:00:16 PM
‘Indiana Jones’ strikes box-office gold – San Francisco Gate
(05-26) 04:00 PDT Los Angeles — “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” unearthed box-office treasure at domestic theaters, putting it on track to become the second-biggest Memorial Day movie opening ever, according to estimates Sunday
‘Indiana Jones’ more than recoups budget with estimated $294 million – International Herald Tribune
LOS ANGELES : The most recent Indiana Jones film more than recouped its big budget with an estimated $294 million ( 186.54 million) in global box office sales through the long weekend, according to studio estimates Monday. Families went in droves
‘Indiana Jones’ hits $311 million worldwide – Forbes
United States – LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” chased down $311.1 million from moviegoers around the world, as nostalgic fans brought along their children to watch Harrison Ford’s latest escapades
Why ‘Indiana Jones’ went digital – CNN
SAN FRANCISCO, California (AP) — In these hallowed halls, Indiana Jones almost seems out of place. Before digital effects were added in, here’s how an “Indiana Jones” jungle scene looked A banner with a two-dimensional cutout of the
‘Indiana Jones’ makes $311 million – CNN Money
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The most recent Indiana Jones film more than recouped its big budget with an estimated $311 million in global box office sales through the long weekend, according to studio estimates Monday. Families went in droves to catch
‘Indiana Jones’ scores 2nd-best Memorial Day weekend – Los Angeles Times
Indiana Jones may be a senior citizen, but the swashbuckling archeologist can still dig up box-office gold. Since opening Thursday, “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” has swept through theaters to snatch the second-largest box
Spielberg movie angers Russia’s Communist Party – Chicago Tribune
MOSCOW – Members of Russia’s Communist Party are calling for a nationwide boycott of the new Indiana Jones movie, saying it aims to undermine communist ideology and distort history. “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” stars Harrison
Indiana Jones digs up $311 million at box office – Houston Chronicle
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‘Indiana Jones’ scores 2nd-best Memorial Day weekend – Los Angeles Times
Indiana Jones may be a senior citizen, but the swashbuckling archeologist can still dig up box-office gold. Since opening Thursday, “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” has swept through theaters to snatch the second-largest box
Posted on May 26, 2008 11:00:15 PM
Scientists witness start of star s explosive death – Daily Times
In a stroke of cosmic luck, astronomers for the first time witnessed the start of one of the universe s most fiery events: the end of a star s life as it exploded into a supernova. On Jan 9, astronomers used a NASA X-ray satellite to spy on a
Gone, but never forgotten – Chicago Tribune
You never really forget the one that got away. “It was vintage, a 1974 Diamondback Dino,” said Mary League of the $400 bike that was stolen from outside her Ukrainian Village apartment in September, a gift from her brother before he left to fight in
Posted on May 25, 2008 11:00:12 PM
Indy racing toward revival – Miami Herald
Danica Patrick signs an autograph after rain halted the final day of practice for Sunday’s Indianapolis 500 auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Friday, May 23, 2008. A look at people, places, sports and fads that made a
Posted on May 24, 2008 11:00:22 PM
Yankees rout woeful Mariners 12-6 – Seattle Post Intelligencer
Mike Mussina survived five shaky innings before turning it over to Joba Chamberlain and New York’s reshaped bullpen, and the Yankees pummeled the Seattle Mariners 12-6 on Saturday for their first four-game winning streak of the season. Jason Giambi hit a three-run homer and Bobby Abreu added a two
Obama Says Clinton Meant No Offense With RFK Comment – CBS News
SAN JUAN, P.R. — This afternoon, Barack Obama responded to Hillary Clinton’s comments yesterday when she referenced th assassination of Robert F. Kennedy as a reason she’s staying in the race this year. Obama said he believes that Clinton was not trying to be offensive. “I have learned that when
Authorities find 2 dead in car a day after tornadoes rip through Kansas – International Herald Tribune
KANSAS CITY, Missouri : A spokeswoman for the state of Kansas says two people died when a severe storm system tore through the state with more than a dozen tornadoes. Sharon Watson of the Kansas Adjutant General’s Department says the man and woman from Colorado were found Saturday in a car in a
‘Harry Potter’ film actor fatally stabbed in London – USA Today
LONDON (AP) A teenage actor who will appear in the forthcoming “Harry Potter” movie was stabbed to death in a brawl outside a south London bar early Saturday, police said. Rob Knox, 18, was caught up in a fight outside the Metro Bar in Sidcup just after midnight, London’s Metropolitan Police
Island Express helicopter crashes in Catalina, Calf. – Chicago Tribune
Rainy weather caused a tour helicopter to crash on an island off the Southern California coast, killing three people and injuring three others, a county sheriff’s deputy said. The helicopter went down on the west end of Santa Catalina Island near Two Harbors on Saturday morning, causing a small fire
Mars spacecraft faces riskiest part of mission – Seattle Times
After a nearly 10-month journey, a NASA spacecraft will land softly Sunday on the northern polar region of Mars, if all goes as planned. The Phoenix Mars Lander is set to touch down in a broad, shallow valley in the Martian arctic plains believed to hold a vast supply of underground ice. Phoenix’s
OK for now, Randolph will have to explain – FOXSports.com
DENVER – New York Mets GM Omar Minaya made a surprise visit here yesterday, but it wasn’t to fire Willie Randolph. At least not yet. Minaya did the exact opposite, in fact, giving his embattled manager another vote of confidence before the Mets fell to 22-24 and extended their skid to a season-high
Lawmakers loyal to al-Sadr denounce Iraqi gov’t – Houston Chronicle
BAGHDAD Lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr accused the Iraqi government of trying to crush the movement and warned Saturday of “black clouds” on the horizon for truces that have eased fighting between al-Sadr’s militia and security forces. The Sadrist Movement has heightened its
China warns quake death toll could reach 80,000 – Kansas City Star
Residents move their belonging away from their home after they learned that it isn’t safe for staying following last week’s earthquake in Dujiangyan, in southwest China’s Sichuan province, Saturday, May 24, 2008. China’s earthquake death toll has passed 60,000 and could rise to 80,000 or more
Posted on May 24, 2008 11:00:20 PM
Island Express helicopter crashes in Catalina, Calf. – Chicago Tribune
Rainy weather caused a tour helicopter to crash on an island off the Southern California coast, killing three people and injuring three others, a county sheriff’s deputy said. The helicopter went down on the west end of Santa Catalina Island near Two Harbors on Saturday morning, causing a small fire
China warns quake death toll could reach 80,000 – Kansas City Star
Residents move their belonging away from their home after they learned that it isn’t safe for staying following last week’s earthquake in Dujiangyan, in southwest China’s Sichuan province, Saturday, May 24, 2008. China’s earthquake death toll has passed 60,000 and could rise to 80,000 or more
Obama Says Clinton Meant No Offense With RFK Comment – CBS News
SAN JUAN, P.R. — This afternoon, Barack Obama responded to Hillary Clinton’s comments yesterday when she referenced th assassination of Robert F. Kennedy as a reason she’s staying in the race this year. Obama said he believes that Clinton was not trying to be offensive. “I have learned that when
Authorities find 2 dead in car a day after tornadoes rip through Kansas – International Herald Tribune
KANSAS CITY, Missouri : A spokeswoman for the state of Kansas says two people died when a severe storm system tore through the state with more than a dozen tornadoes. Sharon Watson of the Kansas Adjutant General’s Department says the man and woman from Colorado were found Saturday in a car in a
Lawmakers loyal to al-Sadr denounce Iraqi gov’t – Houston Chronicle
BAGHDAD Lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr accused the Iraqi government of trying to crush the movement and warned Saturday of “black clouds” on the horizon for truces that have eased fighting between al-Sadr’s militia and security forces. The Sadrist Movement has heightened its
OK for now, Randolph will have to explain – FOXSports.com
DENVER – New York Mets GM Omar Minaya made a surprise visit here yesterday, but it wasn’t to fire Willie Randolph. At least not yet. Minaya did the exact opposite, in fact, giving his embattled manager another vote of confidence before the Mets fell to 22-24 and extended their skid to a season-high
‘Harry Potter’ film actor fatally stabbed in London – USA Today
LONDON (AP) A teenage actor who will appear in the forthcoming “Harry Potter” movie was stabbed to death in a brawl outside a south London bar early Saturday, police said. Rob Knox, 18, was caught up in a fight outside the Metro Bar in Sidcup just after midnight, London’s Metropolitan Police
Mars spacecraft faces riskiest part of mission – Seattle Times
After a nearly 10-month journey, a NASA spacecraft will land softly Sunday on the northern polar region of Mars, if all goes as planned. The Phoenix Mars Lander is set to touch down in a broad, shallow valley in the Martian arctic plains believed to hold a vast supply of underground ice. Phoenix’s
Existing-home sales slide again – Dubuque Telegraph Herald
WASHINGTON (AP) — Existing-home sales fell for the eighth time in the past nine months, a string of weakness expected to continue as the housing industry, mired in its worst slump in decades, battles falling home prices, tight lending conditions and a weak economy. The National Association of
Yankees rout woeful Mariners 12-6 – Seattle Post Intelligencer
Mike Mussina survived five shaky innings before turning it over to Joba Chamberlain and New York’s reshaped bullpen, and the Yankees pummeled the Seattle Mariners 12-6 on Saturday for their first four-game winning streak of the season. Jason Giambi hit a three-run homer and Bobby Abreu added a two
Posted on May 23, 2008 11:00:27 PM
Indiana dismisses F McGee from team – International Herald Tribune
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. : Indiana coach Tom Crean dismissed forward Brandon McGee from the team on Thursday, leaving the Hoosiers with only three returning players for next season. McGee was kicked off the team because of academic and team guideline
Ind. Supreme Court to hear Camm’s appeal – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Supreme Court will hear oral arguments that could lead to a third trial for a former state trooper accused of murdering his wife and two children. Lawyers for David Camm will try to convince the court Thursday that his
Family Views -’Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – Akron Beacon Journal
Rating: PG-13 for adventure violence and scary images. What it’s about: The much older Dr. Jones, a couple of new sidekicks and one old flame set out in search of some magical crystal skulls that the Russkies want to get their hands on in 1957. The
Indiana State University name three finalists for president – Chicago Tribune
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Indiana State University trustees have named three finalists in their search for a new school president. The three candidates are University of Arkansas at Little Rock provost David Belcher; Fairmont, West Virginia , State
Clinton campaign owes $55,000 for IU events – Chicago Tribune
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Hillary Rodham Clinton ’s presidential campaign has moved on from Indiana, leaving behind $55,000 in unpaid bills for campaign events at Indiana University . The debts are for appearances made by Clinton, former President Bill
Indiana Jones makes communists see red – Reuters
ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) – Russian Communist party members condemned the new Indiana Jones’ film on Friday as crude anti-Soviet propaganda that distorted history and called for it to be banned from Russian screens. “Indiana Jones and the
Review: ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull’ – Christian Science Monitor
This feature requires a newer version of Macromedia Flash Player and javascript-enabled browser. Film critic Peter Rainer discusses “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” It’s been 19 years since the last Indiana Jones movie, which
Former head of NE Indiana bank fined $250,000 – Chicago Tribune
FREMONT, Ind. – A federal agency has fined the former president and CEO of a northeastern Indiana bank $250,000 over what regulators said was the misappropriation of $1.6 million. The action against Earl Ford McNaughton comes more than three years
Indiana Jones makes Russian communists see red – Reuters UK
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Communist party members in St Petersburg on Friday condemned the new Indiana Jones’ film as crude anti-Soviet propaganda that distorted history and called for it to be banned from Russian screens. “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of
Posted on May 23, 2008 11:00:26 PM
Give them a steering wheel and four wheels, then watch them go – ESPN.com
Three of the great ones: 1969 Indy 500 front-row qualifiers Bobby Unser, Mario Andretti and A.J. Foyt. INDIANAPOLIS — A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti were versatile all-arounders who could win races driving anything with wheels. But they are best known
As a media draw, Patrick laps Indy field – Minneapolis Star Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – An exhausted Danica Patrick spent nearly 50 minutes Thursday smiling, joking and explaining everything from her future plans to her new image. The 26-year-old never even yawned. Yes, the first woman to reach Victory Lane in a major
Indianapolis 500 notes – CNN Sports Illustrated
Rain cancels most of Friday practice at Indy Honda agrees to supply IndyCar engines through 2013 Olympic skater Kristi Yamaguchi to start Indy 500 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The final practice for the Indianapolis 500 was a lot like the rest of the month
Bank offers reward for arrest in wounding of teller – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – A month after a pregnant teller was shot in an Indianapolis bank robbery, causing her to lose her twin girls, bank officials are offering a $10,000 reward in the unsolved case. Huntington Bank regional President Michael Newbold told
Northwest Airlines Launches New E-Boarding Passes in Indianapolis – MSN MoneyCentral
Northwest Airlines NWA announced today the launch of a paperless boarding pass, effective May 28, 2008, which will allow customers to use their mobile phones and other handheld devices to clear security and board the airplane. Northwest now offers E
Posted on May 22, 2008 11:00:16 PM
Same old Indy, but it’s still a lot of fun – AccessAtlanta
An old(er) Indiana Jones fits in the old Indiana Jones formula in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull and, well, it’s like old times. That’s old times as in the last film, 1989’s Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade , but not the classic
Ford carries the day in ‘Indy 4′ – Seattle Post Intelligencer
After several false starts, a half-dozen aborted script ideas and nearly two decades of talking about it, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg’s fourth Indiana Jones adventure finally rolls into theaters late Wednesday night — and it’s quite good. The
Baseline Oil & Gas Corp. Announces Drilling Success and Progress On – MSN MoneyCentral
HOUSTON, May 22, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) — Baseline Oil & Gas Corp. (OTCBB:BOGA) (“Baseline”, or the “Company”) announced today the establishment of initial production from the first well drilled as part of its 2008 development program. The East
Review: Script, effects put crack in ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of – Salt Lake Tribune
John Hurt, right, as Professor Oxley, and Karen Allen, as Marion Ravenwood, join Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, Shia LaBeouf as Mutt Williams and Ray Winstone as Mac, in ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.’ Posted: 9:40 AM
3 film festivals offer cure for cineplex blues – Detroit Free Press
Now that summer has officially been taken over by Iron Man and Indiana Jones, Michigan communities big and small have decided to give filmgoers something more substantial to chew on: three film festivals that highlight lesser-known but worthwhile
Lighten up, Indiana Jones is escapism and we love it – Charleston Post & Courier
Russians were supposed to be the bad guys in “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” but it could be critics who turn out to be the real spoilsports. So far, reviewers have been less kind to Our Man Indy than the Soviet villains with
Posted on May 22, 2008 11:00:10 PM
Ind. Supreme Court hears ex-trooper’s appeal – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – An attorney for a former state trooper convicted of murdering his wife and two young children told the Indiana Supreme Court on Thursday that his conviction should be overturned because the judge who presided over the trial committed
Detroit Shocks Indiana – WJLA
(Sports Network) – Kara Braxton scored 22 points and Plenette Pierson poured in 20, both off the bench, to lead the Detroit Shock past the Indiana Fever, 76-71. Deanna Nolan added 14 points and eight assists in the win. Cheryl Ford chipped in nine
Hoosiers have just three returning players after dismissing McGee – ESPN.com
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana coach Tom Crean dismissed forward Brandon McGee from the team on Thursday, leaving the Hoosiers with only three returning players for next season. McGee was kicked off the team because of academic and team guideline
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – Houston Chronicle
Indy would, so let’s cut to the chase. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is OK. Just OK. Eh, meh, feh, all those underwhelmed monosyllables – any one of them will do. The great Steven Spielberg and the great George Lucas, reteaming
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – Seattle Post Intelligencer
It’s the height of the Cold War, and famed archaeologist Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) has just returned from his latest adventure, only to find out his job at Marshall College is in jeopardy. He meets Mutt (Shia La Beouf), a young man who wants Indy
‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull’ opens today – KVAL
For those who’ve thrilled to previous installments of the Indiana Jones saga, the anticipation of watching Harrison Ford take up the brown fedora again after two decades is very much like an ambivalent homecoming: will the venerable farmhouse of our
Posted on May 21, 2008 11:00:13 PM
Bush vetoes farm bill, Congress may override – Washington Post
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – President George W. Bush vetoed the $289 billion U.S. farm bill on Wednesday in the face of a likely congressional override, saying the bill subsidizes multimillionaire farmers while Americans pay higher grocery prices. The bill would expand nutrition programs by $10.3 billion
Did anyone stand a chance vs. Yamaguchi? – MSNBC
Another season of Dancing with the Stars is over and Kristi Yamaguchi stands victorious. Her expected first-place finish marks the first win for a woman since the show s premiere year and capped off a season of overachievement from the world figure skating champion. In fact, on finale night
Posted on May 21, 2008 11:00:08 PM
Review: Script, effects put crack in ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of – Salt Lake Tribune
John Hurt, right, as Professor Oxley, and Karen Allen, as Marion Ravenwood, join Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, Shia LaBeouf as Mutt Williams and Ray Winstone as Mac, in ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.’ Posted: 9:40 AM
Gay, Lesbian Advocates Seek Civil Marriage Rights – NBC 11
BOSTON — Civil unions are not civil marriages, and that’s exactly what gay and lesbian advocates are seeking to change through proposed civil-marriage laws. Advocacy groups, such as Gay and Lesbian Advocate Defenders (GLAD) and Your Family Friends
JZZ Technologies, Inc. is Proud to Announce the Appointment of Dean – MSN MoneyCentral
Dean Brittenham is the former Director for the Center of Developmental Athleticism at the prestigious Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California. Mr. Brittenham served as the strength and conditioning coach for the Indiana Pacers. He has designed and
DialAmerica Improves Operational Efficiencies With All-in-One IP – MSN MoneyCentral
DialAmerica, one of the largest privately owned telemarketing companies in the U.S., has reported increased operational efficiencies and reduced costs as a result of deploying an all-in-one IP communications software suite from Interactive
Google Online Health Records Service Irks Privacy Watchdogs – FOX News
Called Google Health, the service lets users link information from a handful of pharmacies and care providers, including Quest Diagnostics labs. Google plans to add more. Similar offerings include Microsoft Corp.’s HealthVault and Revolution Health
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La XX Assemblea Generale dell ONU (1965) dichiara “la legittimit della lotta da parte dei popoli sotto oppressione coloniale, per esercitare il loro diritto all’ autodeter- minazione e all’indipendenza”. Inoltre, l’Assemblea invita “tutti gli
More TV Spots for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – CanMag
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull With Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull only a day away, Paramount has decided to reveal some new footage from the film in three of the latest TV spots. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom
Posted on May 20, 2008 11:00:12 PM
Indy and the Martian Inca mummies — vs. the French! – Salon
Harrison Ford (left) is back as Indiana Jones, co-starring with Shia LaBeouf in “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” CANNES, France — Jim Jarmusch received an award called the Carrosse d’Or late on Saturday night here, and if it’s
Posted on May 20, 2008 11:00:11 PM
CB Guide To Indiana Jones – Cinema Blend
Who would have thought that, nineteen years after Indiana Jones rode off into the sunset with his good friends and father, the man with the hat would be back? Even in the sequel-obsessed Hollywood days we live in, I never expected to see Dr. Jones
‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull’ – Newsday
There are two ways to manage a film franchise. One is to continually reinvent and update it, which has worked pretty well for James Bond. The other method is to simply stick with what worked the first time. That’s what director Steven Spielberg and
Daniels thanks Indiana soldiers in Middle East – Chicago Tribune
Gov. Mitch Daniels is touring parts of Iraq this week, visiting Hoosier soldiers and learning about missions in which they are taking part. Daniels arrived in Iraq on Monday and spent the day in briefings with officials as well as Hoosier troops from
Posted on May 20, 2008 11:00:10 PM
Foreign countries heed China’s plea for doctors – Newsday
CHENGDU, China – Foreign countries heeded China’s plea for medical aid for earthquake survivors, sending doctors and a portable hospital to help treat millions of homeless and injured, while the region remained jittery Tuesday over warnings of aftershocks. Meanwhile, rescuers saved a 31-year-old man
Posted on May 20, 2008 11:00:09 PM
Green menace returns to haunt ash trees in Indiana counties – Rushville Republican
WEST LAFAYETTE They’re coming back and they’re hungry for ash trees. Emerald ash borer, an invasive insect that feeds on North American ash trees, will begin flying again in the state of Indiana in May. With the re-emergence of this invasive pest
JZZ Technologies, Inc. is Proud to Announce the Appointment of Dean – MSN MoneyCentral
Dean Brittenham is the former Director for the Center of Developmental Athleticism at the prestigious Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California. Mr. Brittenham served as the strength and conditioning coach for the Indiana Pacers. He has designed and
Indy and the Martian Inca mummies — vs. the French! – Salon
Harrison Ford (left) is back as Indiana Jones, co-starring with Shia LaBeouf in “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” CANNES, France — Jim Jarmusch received an award called the Carrosse d’Or late on Saturday night here, and if it’s
Posted on May 19, 2008 11:00:13 PM
Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week – Daily News
Gov. Jennifer Granholm has declared this week Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week in Michigan, which is part of an effort to limit the spread of Emerald Ash Borer to the Upper Peninsula. Across the Lower Peninsula, Michigan residents have witnessed
Obama rallies tens of thousands at Portland waterfront – Oregonian
Tens of thousands jammed Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland today to watch Barack Obama wrap up a busy weekend in Oregon and a historic campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. The Portland Fire Bureau estimated the crowd at 72
BULLETIN BOARD – Palladium-Item
Signups have been extended through Friday for Centerville Youth League volleyball for boys and girls of all school ages. Visit CYL ball diamonds (855-3043). Cost: $40 per person. Games begin in July. Info: Wayne Wert at (765) 965-4850. NATIONAL TRAIL
Looking Forward: What’s happening this week – Kane County Chronicle
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skulls opens in theaters Thursday, starring Harrison Ford. The fourth installment of the series finds famed archaeologist/adventurer Dr. Henry Indiana Jones called back into action when he
REAL HEAD CASE – New York Post
May 17, 2008 — FOR the past 20 years or so, the mystery of ancient crystal skulls found in archaeological digs, or stumbled upon in other locales, has set conspiracy theorists and renegade ex-NASA types on fire. Of the supposedly 13 skulls that
Feinstein’s Sneak – Slate
The Possibilities of Push-Off Politics: 1) David Frum argues Republican Congressional candidates should treat the presidential election as “already lost” and campaign “on a message to balance the crazy left-wing things a President Obama is sure to
Official Reviews Arrive for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the – CanMag
It’s Indy week here at CanMag and we’re kicking things off with some of the first official reviews for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull . Official Reviews: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Unlike the early
Green menace returns to haunt ash trees in Indiana counties – Rushville Republican
WEST LAFAYETTE They’re coming back and they’re hungry for ash trees. Emerald ash borer, an invasive insect that feeds on North American ash trees, will begin flying again in the state of Indiana in May. With the re-emergence of this invasive pest
Indy and the Martian Inca mummies — vs. the French! – Salon
Harrison Ford (left) is back as Indiana Jones, co-starring with Shia LaBeouf in “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” CANNES, France — Jim Jarmusch received an award called the Carrosse d’Or late on Saturday night here, and if it’s
Posted on May 19, 2008 11:00:11 PM
Marty Roth, Indy 500’s oldest again, stays slowest qualifier – CBS Sportsline
INDIANAPOLIS — At least he’s in the race. When Scott Dixon takes the green flag from the pole position on the inside of the front row, Marty Roth will be far, far back in an all-too-familiar spot at the tail end of the Indianapolis 500 lineup on
Marty Roth, Indy 500’s oldest again, stays slowest qualifier – CBS Sportsline
INDIANAPOLIS — At least he’s in the race. When Scott Dixon takes the green flag from the pole position on the inside of the front row, Marty Roth will be far, far back in an all-too-familiar spot at the tail end of the Indianapolis 500 lineup on
Danica Patrick, Fisher and Duno hope to change look of auto racing – 940 News
INDIANAPOLIS – Despite vastly different personalities and resumes, the women of this year’s Indy 500 share a common goal: Each believes she can change the face of auto racing in her own way. Danica Patrick, Sarah Fisher and Milka Duno work just yards
Indy 500 Practice Is Over! Dominguez, Papis Crash – PaddockTalk
Practice opened promptly at 10:15 on Indianapolis Motor Speedway s 2.5-mile oval and cars as yet un-qualified for the 92nd Indianapolis 500 immediately took to the track. After 15 minutes of the hour-long session, 24 cars were on-circuit with John
American Dream decides against replacement driver – CBS Sportsline
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -American Dream Motorsports decided against a last-minute effort to get a car into next week’s Indianapolis 500 and instead will try to acquire a new car for replacement driver Jacques Lazier in the June 7 race at Texas Motor
State Supreme Court to hear Camm’s appeal – Chicago Tribune
INDIANAPOLIS – Lawyers for David Camm will try to convince the Indiana Supreme Court this week that his second murder conviction in the killing of his family should be set aside. The court, which will hear oral arguments in Camm’s appeal Thursday
Atlanta doesn t deserve Super Bowls – Atlanta Journal Constitution
Barring all 32 NFL owners getting trapped on Georgia 400 along their way to their meeting today at the Ritz-Carlton in Buckhead, they ll do the predictable. It ll also be the unfathomable. They ll give the 2012 Super Bowl to a cold-weather site
Anthem donates $550,000 to American Cancer Society Hope Lodges – MSN MoneyCentral
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, a charitable arm of Indianapolis-based health insurance giant Wellpoint Inc., has donated $550,000 to the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodges program. The Hope Lodge in Lexington, Ky., which opened in
Pack of pros Indy’s quirks have humbled recently assimilated Champ – FortWayne.com
INDIANAPOLIS – Meet the new Indy, same as the old Indy. OK, there are some differences separating the 92nd Indianapolis 500, scheduled for noon Sunday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, from the 91st Indianapolis 500 run last year. For example, Paul
CD reviews: Julianne Hough and Scarlett Johansson – Minneapolis Star Tribune
Hough (pronounced huff) knows how to make other people look good. As one of the professional partners on “Dancing With the Stars,” she has twice won the competition with professional athletes — Olympic skater Apolo Anton Ohno and Indianapolis 500
Posted on May 19, 2008 11:00:10 PM
Fever 64, Mystics 53 – CBS Sportsline
INDIANAPOLIS — Katie Douglas’ homecoming for the Indiana Fever was just about perfect. Douglas, who attended nearby Perry Meridian High School in Indianapolis and played college basketball at Purdue, scored 24 points in her Indiana debut as the
Posted on May 18, 2008 11:00:14 PM
The Circuit – Variety
As I write this, the town is up to its neck in ” Indiana Jones .” Dozens of people with homemade signs are stalking outside the Palais, desperate for a ticket. Here’s Todd McCarthy’s review . One of the most eagerly and long-awaited series follow-ups
Feinstein’s Sneak – Slate
Today’s Obama Gaffe to Ignore: No point covering this, Mr. Halperin, sir . Move right along. Obama’s our nominee. We’re stuck with him. Here he explains his impending loss in Kentucky : “What it says is that I’m not very well known in that part of
Posted on May 18, 2008 11:00:13 PM
Holland man plans to go homeless for a week to help reunite a family – Grand Rapids Press
Press Photo/Mark Copier Low visibility? Arlo Kelly, left, and Matthew Lehr talk outside Herrick District Library, a common meeting place for Holland’s homeless. HOLLAND — Matthew Lehr sees the problem of homelessness hidden among the spanking-clean
REAL HEAD CASE – New York Post
May 17, 2008 — FOR the past 20 years or so, the mystery of ancient crystal skulls found in archaeological digs, or stumbled upon in other locales, has set conspiracy theorists and renegade ex-NASA types on fire. Of the supposedly 13 skulls that
The Circuit – Variety
As I write this, the town is up to its neck in ” Indiana Jones .” Dozens of people with homemade signs are stalking outside the Palais, desperate for a ticket. Here’s Todd McCarthy’s review . One of the most eagerly and long-awaited series follow-ups
BULLETIN BOARD – Palladium-Item
Signups have been extended through Friday for Centerville Youth League volleyball for boys and girls of all school ages. Visit CYL ball diamonds (855-3043). Cost: $40 per person. Games begin in July. Info: Wayne Wert at (765) 965-4850. NATIONAL TRAIL
Governor declares emerald ash borer awareness week – Grand Island Independent
Gov. Dave Heineman has declared this week as Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week in Nebraska to increase awareness of the emerald ash borer, which, if found in Nebraska, could affect the state’s 30 million ash trees. “Nebraskans need to be vigilant to
