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Parents’ deaths drive son’s purpose
ASHEBORO - Michael Weese will leave today for N.C. State. He'll take his laptop, his Emergency Medical Services flag, even his foot-tall doll of Superman. Then he'll begin his long-awaited quest, something he's thought about since he fished with a Mickey Mouse pole. He wants to become a pediatric oncologist, a doctor who treats kids broadsided by cancer. He has a special motivation: his ...
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Qwest union contract expires Saturday Qwest labor contract is up tonight
The labor contract with the largest union at Qwest Communications International Inc. expires tonight, a little more than a week before the company is to provide phone and Internet service for the Democratic National Convention.
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TMW Systems Releases Software For Windown Version 9
8/15/2008 TMW Systems, Cleveland, Ohio, announced the release of TMT Fleet Maintenance for Windows Version 9 to help companies performing fleet and equipment maintenance and repair operations improve efficiency, collaborate and electronically communicate with vendors, suppliers, and OEMS.
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A Portland mail carrier's essays on the Web gain fans, prizes
"Twenty-nine years ago, on my first week on Postal Route 531, I stood at the door of an apartment building with forty-odd pounds of mail wedged between my hip and chin and prepared to pry my way inside with my elbow . . . I was about to meet Edna."
The Oregonian |
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Nevada jury says California owes inventor $388 million over 'outrageous' audit
California taxpayers could be on the hook for a staggering $388 million because of a state tax collection agency's vigorous pursuit of a former California taxpayer. Gilbert Hyatt displays a microprocessor in a 1990 photo. His invention earned him millions - and a 15-year battle with California tax collectors.
The Sacramento Bee |
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Olympics notebook
If you can stay away from the Internet, NBC will show the men's 100-meters crown the World's Fastest Man "" Tyson Gay? Asafa Powell? Usain Bolt? "" on tape during the 6:30-11 p.m. prime-time show.
The Shreveport Times |
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Shapeways lets Internet users manufacture goods
In a step toward the type of future pictured in the hit film "Iron Man," a firm in the Netherlands is letting people fabricate items designed in three-dimensions on the Internet.
PhysOrg |
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Making Connections
Jeanne Bobofchak, 31, was looking for a real estate agent, but she wanted to avoid the awkwardness of choosing among her friends' recommendations. So she went online and found agent Bob Carney's blog, FocusOnFrederick.com.
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MIS NOTEBOOK: Dale Earnhardt Jr. looking for Michigan sweep
BROOKLYN, Mich. -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. has one top-10 finish in seven races since winning the LifeLock 400 at Michigan International Speedway in June. Earnhardt said Friday he didn't like the way his team was running -- then he qualified fourth for Sunday's 3M Performance 400.
Detroit Free Press |
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TSA starts allowing checkpoint-friendly bags
We've been hearing a lot lately about the upcoming 'checkpoint-friendly' bags, but starting tomorrow August 16, the Transportation Security Administration will finally let passengers with checkpoint-friendly bags go through airport security without removing their laptop from their computer bag. This is all in an effort to make the security process smoother, while helping passengers protect ...
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Interstate 20 cameras give DOTD tool to manage traffic snarls
Warning messages that flash on large, lighted signs along Interstate 20 start with a series of 16 video cameras posted installed along the interstate in Shreveport and Bossier City. Operators stationed in Bossier City send the messages when they notice traffic snarls. The cameras went live in 2007.
The Shreveport Times |
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Anywhere you can Google, you can 'walk' Billings streets
Thanks to Google, it's now possible to walk through downtown Billings in your underwear without causing any trouble.
Billings Gazette |
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Nevada jury says California owes inventor $388 million over 'outrageous' audit
California taxpayers could be on the hook for a staggering $388 million because of a state tax collection agency's vigorous pursuit of a former California taxpayer. Gilbert Hyatt displays a microprocessor in a 1990 photo. His invention earned him millions - and a 15-year battle with California tax collectors.
The Sacramento Bee |
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Campaigning the American way
With Labor Day nearing, a wary nation awaits the premiere of “Dumb and Dumber III: The 2008 Presidential Campaign.” Could it possibly be sillier than 2000, pitting a make-believe Texas rancher against an “elitist” Washington know-it-all who boasted he’d invented the Internet?
Williamson Daily News |
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De la Hoya still hopeful Pacquiao fight is on
MANILA, Philippines—A day after it was pronounced dead, the plan for a super-fight between Oscar de la Hoya and Manny Pacquiao showed signs of life after the Golden Boy himself said the Dec. 6 welterweight date was still possible, according to Internet reports Friday.
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Despite glitch, no recount needed, county clerk says
No recount is needed after a computer malfunction forced Warren County election officials to count Aug. 5 election results by hand, said County Clerk Barb Daly.
Warrenton Journal |
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S.C. man convicted of wire fraud in N.C.
CHARLESTON, S.C. - A South Carolina furniture salesman has been convicted in North Carolina of scamming hundreds of online customers out of millions of dollars.
The Times and Democrat |
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A week we'd never lie about [Recap]
Sheryl, Sheryl, Sheryl. It's been quite a week, for us and for Facebook's COO. Sheryl Sandberg isn't the kind to yell, like the 10 tyrants we featured this week. She's much more subtle than that. Or... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Logging on in the Lord's house: Rural church reaches out with computer ministry
A week ago, in a room in the back of Empire Baptist Church, Bob Blackwell was rebuilding his first computer.
Macon Telegraph |
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Cellhut’s Bluetooth Headset Sale is a Reminder to Drive Safe
One of the internet's leading seller of unlocked phones is having a sale on many Bluetooth headsets. [PR.com - August 16, 2008]
PR.com |
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T-Mobile to offer first Android smartphone
T-Mobile USA will be the first carrier to offer a cellphone based on Google's Android software, the New York Times reported.
Independent Online |
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T-Mobile to launch the Android
T-Mobile will be the first wireless carrier to offer a phone powered by Google's Android software , according to the New York Times.
Everett Herald |
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Microsoft Partner Status in Networking Infrastructure Solutions awarded to Dependable Computer Guys
Microsoft has acknowledged Dependable Computer Guys' competency in Networking Infrastructure by awarding DCG Partner Status. This privilege is reserved for a small handful of IT companies that have demonstrated their exceptional skills and talent. As a Microsoft Partner, Dependable Computer Guys will have access to special training and other benefits, making it possible to offer additional ...
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Study Finds Retailers Slow to Invest in Online Customer Experience
A new research report from RSR Research finds that retailers are still waiting for consumers to tell them what they want the online shopping experience to be. In the meantime, retailers are investing in foundational capabilities around product information and availability, and cautiously exploring Web 2.0 and mobile technologies.
PRWeb via Yahoo! News |
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SEO Consult Launch Two New SEO Tools
SEO Consult, a leading UK Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Agency, has launched two new SEO tools. The 'Keyword Density Checker' and the 'What Google Sees' tools is free to use, and can be found at www.seoconsult.co.uk/seo-tools/.
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