Is it better to spend money on schools, or on keeping criminals in prison longer? Nov 16, 2009
" The bounty hunter got a bad name unjustly, and should have been a hero. Schools need to be privately owned and earn a profit for the owners. Government owned schools are not working - try the only alternative: private property, competition, and profit.In both prisons and schools the profit motive will work. We must know by now that non-profit is not working, and we need to try something else. ". some sense wrote on Nov 14, 2009 3:39 PM:" Once again the subject of music as being voluntary comes... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
From the HIP Oct 12, 2009
Here are our picks: super soft knits in avant garde cuts by Ella Moss, Splendid and LAMade, in mostly neutral colors with the occasional pop of color (just what a sunny afternoon requires); Salt swimwear (exclusive to Guava on O'ahu); Kaila Jewelry (made by co-owner Kai Cost); heavenly Kai Fragrance; and reasonably priced brands Indah and Alternative Apparel. Also worth noting: cute hats by San Diego Hat Co., Glam Vintage, Sacred Surf, and Made by Dawn Swimwear. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Marlborough seeks 'Heritage Hero' Sep 12, 2009
The Lions Eyemobile and a Vehicle Fair will also be featured as will a Green Section offering information on recycling, alternative energy, storm drain protection and more. There are new health and wellness booths, as well as local artisans who are appearing for the first time at this year s festival. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Hard Rock Opens New Flagship Cafe on Vegas Strip Sep 9, 2009
"For more than 38 years, Hard Rock Cafe has offered guests classic American fare in a rock 'n' roll atmosphere. Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas features a hardwood smoker, which uses the very best Hickory wood chips to slowly cook Hard Rock's classic ribs, chicken and pork to perfection. Hard Rock's Legendary Experience menu is just that - legendary - offering six different mouth-watering Legendary Burgers made from Certified Angus Beef. In addition to its food, Hard Rock offers unmatched specialty... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nigeria: The Evil Claws of Piracy [analysis] Aug 31, 2009
How will a pirate really be discouraged from piracy when the penalty for piracy is a token fine and ridiculously short duration of imprisonment in the alternative. Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
City Beat (2) Jul 26, 2009
2139 Temple group for Jewish Clevelanders in their 20s and 30s meets for a Rock My Soul Shabbat After-Party at 9 (following alternative musical service at 7) at The Temple-Tifereth Israel, Beachwood. Open to anyone in the age group, single or married. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
LICENSING International Expo 2009 Exhibitor Profiles May 28, 2009
Responding to the world's concerns about sustainability in packaging, our unique manufacturing technologies allow us to offer products made from a variety of alternative materials that allow for responsible choices. Globally anticipating customer needs, Univenture has sales and manufacturing operations in Marysville, Ohio; Reno, Nevada; Dublin, Ireland and the Dongguan province of China. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
#48 LEWES, DELAWARE May 15, 2009
Offering frontage on both Delaware Bay and the Atlantic, Lewes is the thinking man's alternative to the Mid-Atlantic's other overcrowded beach resorts. MUST DO Lewes was founded in 1630. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Tiny tyrants May 11, 2009
Only in 2007 did they begin to consider alternative theories, and in March 2009, a state justice minister announced that the case had been solved: The DNA matched up in the tests because the cotton swabs used to collect it had been contaminated at the factory (but authorities still have not determined which female factory worker inadvertently supplied the DNA). The continuing crisis. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
5 big music fests this week Apr 1, 2009
The lowdown: For seven years, this festival has provided a pleasant setting (next to Tempe Town Lake) to take in bands that lean toward alternative rock. Its location just north of downtown Tempe allows festivalgoers to wander up to Mill Avenue for a cup of coffee or to window-shop if they want a short break. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Paris On Sale Apr 1, 2009
Shell Looks Beyond Oil Shell Oil President on America's energy crisis and alternative fuels ... What's Next For GM, Chrysler With the bailout bill dead, automakers looks to alternatives ... Green Worries Over Corn Ethanol High corn prices and forest clearing has environmentalists reviewing celluloid alternative. (Forbes -- Business)
Tone of online talk regretful Mar 21, 2009
Photochemical smog, transportation alternative, and fuel cell technology. " Stephen wrote on Mar 20, 2009 2:58 PM:" I have to get back to work. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Short train trip is quaint, fun Feb 27, 2009
But there s an easygoing alternative that harks back to the heyday of graceful travel the passenger train ... As a cooler summer alternative to steamy Atlanta, Toccoa has attracted travelers ever since. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Oscars By The Numbers Feb 21, 2009
What's Next For GM, Chrysler With the bailout bill dead, automakers looks to alternatives ... Green Worries Over Corn Ethanol High corn prices and forest clearing has environmentalists reviewing celluloid alternative ... Air-Powered Cars Compressed air may be the cleanest alternative to gasoline to take to the roads. (Forbes -- Business)
The Jim Henson Company and RC2 Announce a New Licensing Partnership for Dinosaur Train Feb 17, 2009
The Company's Henson Alternative brand continues to produce "Puppet Up! - Uncensored," a live puppet improvisational show that has played to sold out crowds around the world and runs monthly at the Avalon Hollywood. The Company has also announced the creation of Jim Henson Designs, a merchandise collection inspired by Jim Henson's earliest sketches, and The Jim Henson Company: Discoveries, an acquisitions banner that celebrates outstanding third party produced independent film, television and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
29 places to go in 2009 Feb 7, 2009
Make the new year one to remember at one of these travel hotspots. Yoray Liberman / Getty Images fileLocated in the center of Turkey, approximately 450 miles from Istanbul, Cappadocia is a Salvador Dali painting come to life. (MSNBC -- Travel)
