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A new way of thinking about social networks and the world
Mar 9, 2010 — The Boston Globe
Christakis and Fowler argue that our brains evolved precisely so we could form social networks. To the authors, networks form the foundation of life. Christakis and Fowler tend to brush aside the negative aspects of social networks like so many side effects. -
A story from the health-insurance crunch
Mar 9, 2010 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
So far, she hasn't cast any health insurers as villains. -
Are unemployment benefits no longer temporary?
Mar 9, 2010 — Washington Post
Those jobs are unlikely to return even when the economy recovers, many experts say.But complaints that extending unemployment payments discourages job-seeking have begun to bubble into the political debate. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) did not join Bunning's effort, but he defended his colleague's point of view. I owe the bank overdraft fees and the insurance is lapsing a little bit. -
CERAWeek panel
Mar 9, 2010 — Houston Chronicle
...and demand dynamic of everything from oil and gas demand to electricity to the development of renewable energy sources. "What will fill the demand?" asked Xizhou Zhou, a China expert with IHS CERA. "The answer to that question is, really, everything." Despite the evolution of new markets, a two-speed transition is under way, one that will continue to squeeze oil refiners, said James Burkhard, managing director and global oil analyst with IHS CERA. He said demand... -
Charlie Crist, Independent?
Mar 9, 2010 — Washington Post
Chris CillizzaIn a radio interview this morning with the Washington Times, Florida Gov. Would it be better than abruptly ending his political career with a loss in a race that he once led by 50+ points? -
Common Council member seeks wind-power debate
Mar 9, 2010 — The Buffalo News
As one example, Knoer pointed to the Union Ship Canal at Buffalo Lakeside Commerce Park in South Buffalo. One businessman recently contacted the city to discuss the feasibility of installing windmills, said Kearns. But he added that there are no plans in the works for such a project. Kearns wants the city to study how wind energy might help reduce utility costs. -
D.C. law firm Arent Fox names Mark M. Katz new chairman
Mar 9, 2010 — Washington Post
Other D.C. firms that cut personnel include Holland & Knight, Bryan Cave and Dechert. The firm plans to lease space in 2013 in a building being constructed next to its offices at 1050 Connecticut Ave. Under his leadership, the firm opened its Los Angeles office and expanded its New York operations. -
Defense witnesses begin testifying in Bonusgate trial
Mar 9, 2010 — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Jim Wansacz, D-Lackawanna, testified about dinners he attended in Mr. Veon also collected taxpayer-funded per diems of $126 to $148. Veon are former legislative aides Brett Cott, Stephen Keefer and Annamarie Perretta-Rosepink. -
Democrats silent on health-bill concerns
Mar 9, 2010 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
Millions of seniors who have chosen Medicare Advantage will lose the coverage they now enjoy. Hiding spending does not reduce spending. ...""Are we bending the cost curve down or bending the cost curve up? If you look at your own chief actuary at Medicare, we're bending it up. -
Despite fears, big powers resist trade wars
Mar 9, 2010 — The Washington Times
Free-trade pacts with South Korea, Colombia and Panama have stalled in Congress since Mr. December's jump was the biggest gain since monthly record-keeping began in 1991. In 2009, trade plunged by 13.2 percent, the Dutch bureau reported. After December's gain, world trade was still 8 percent below its April 2008 peak but 15 percent above its May 2009 low point. Mr. -
EDITORIAL
Mar 9, 2010 — The Salt Lake Tribune
This time there is much greater Sunni participation in the elections in the hope that more Sunni parties and representatives will be elected to parliament, where they will have direct influence on the government. The majority Shiite Arabs are in a contest for power with minority Sunni Arabs and with Sunni Kurds, as well as with other smaller ethnic and religious minorities. There are further divisions within each ethnic and sectarian community. -
EDITORIAL: Nuclear Power
Mar 9, 2010 — Richmond Times-Dispatch
Everything there is to say . . . has been said." Alas, the same standards don't apply to Nevada's Yucca Mountain. After years of discussion, no new arguments have come to light that would justify the administration's decision to withdraw the Nuclear Regulatory Commission license application for a nuclear waste depository there. Spent fuel rods retain a sizable proportion of their energy potential, and could be reprocessed, reducing the waste generated. -
Elimination of Regents tests called unlikely
Mar 9, 2010 — The Buffalo News
...committee prior to any formal vote, Bennett said. The Regents discussion centered on a contingency plan from state Education Department officials that would eliminate all Regents exams in foreign languages, three of four Regents exams in science and two of three in math. Also, Regents exams would no longer be given in global history and geography or U. S. history and government. Eliminating those exams would raise crucial questions about the all- Regents high school graduation... -
First grandma keeps low profile
Mar 9, 2010 — Chicago Tribune
Robinson also enjoys going to Las Vegas. Shields, 59, has visited his sister at the White House three times, most recently for a large family gathering at Thanksgiving. One is the White House staff. "The staff there is awesome. The kids, Sasha and Malia, they really love and respect her. -
Former Murtha aide wins Democratic committee's endorsement
Mar 9, 2010 — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Critz, who worked as district director for Mr. Murtha. In 2008, Mr. Cernic also hails from the Johnstown area and actually outpolled Mr. -
GOP fundraising effort targeting Oklahoma cities
Mar 9, 2010 — The Daily Oklahoman
He said state party fundraising is "down considerably." Oklahoma was the reddest state in the 2008 presidential election, giving GOP nominee Sen. John McCain his largest margin of victory. Sendek said Oklahoma wasn't chosen just because of the presidential race. -
If only financial reform really were funny
Mar 9, 2010 — Washington Post
We gotta regulate that or we're gonna get more bubbles. After the worst financial collapse since the Great Depression, financial reform isn't a luxury. In the House, not one Republican voted in favor of the diluted reform bill that includes an independent CFPA. -
Mall In Manchester Seeks Lower Property Appraisal
Mar 9, 2010 — The Hartford Courant
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court recently granted the company a four-month extension to decide how to emerge. General Growth's tax appeal, however, likely has more to do with property values than bankruptcy, said R. Michael Goman, a commercial real estate expert. -
Obama back on the campaign trail, this time for health care
Mar 9, 2010 — USA Today
This time, the goal is not the White House, but a final health care bill. We were sent there to solve the big challenges." As with any campaign, average Americans speak at Obama's rallies to discuss their health care problems. The health care campaign also has its share of political intrigue. -
Obama's day: Closed door meetings and Greek Independence Day
Mar 9, 2010 — USA Today
President Obama stays mostly behind closed doors today, as he and aides continue to plot health care strategy. Obama is also scheduled to meet with Prime Minister George Papandreou of Greece today. In other news: States are gradually lessening limits on marijuana, report USA TODAY's William Welch and Donna Leinwand. (Oh, wow, man. -
Ohio to try for $40 billion in federal school money
Mar 9, 2010 — Dayton Daily News
Some items in the grant application, such as $600,000 for cultural anthropologists and $400,000 for a video, have come under fire from critics, including state Sen. Jon Husted, R-Kettering. Only half of Ohio's school districts opted to participate in the program, in part because the grant guidelines require policy changes. -
OPINION
Mar 9, 2010 — Akron Beacon Journal
In the weeks before Iraq's parliamentary vote Sunday, insurgents issued warnings strong enough to curdle blood. How far would I drive if there was any likelihood a rocket might whizz into the nearest voting site? Or, for that matter, Zimbabwean voters who sought to replace the brutal autocracy of President Robert Mugabe. -
Oregon politicians vie to replace Treasurer Ben Westlund; Kulongoski sets press conference on pick
Mar 9, 2010 — The Oregonian
That's straightforward enough. But here's what makes it difficult: Republicans and Democrats must file to run by 5 p.m. today for the May 18 primary election. Several sources in Salem said a long list of Democratic legislators have expressed interest, as well as former state Rep. But by the afternoon, he contacted the governor's office to put his name in. "The idea of thinking about this just seemed appalling," said Novick. -
S.J. airport study session ends in frustration
Mar 9, 2010 — San Jose Mercury News
They pay $12.45 and $11.54 respectively. Former San Jose mayor Janet Gray Hayes spoke against lifting the curfew. In each area, Sherry said, the airport has to offer quality services at competitive prices to attract and retain airlines, flights and passengers. -
Seven South Bay schools ranked among lowest performers in the state
Mar 9, 2010 — San Jose Mercury News
Two of the categories include elementary and middle schools that receive federal aid for poor children and that failed to get enough of their students proficient in math and English. Historically, the federal government has had no leverage over such schools. Schools must apply by June 1. Schools must comply with the government mandates, whether or not they seek the federal funds to help them.
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