Amy Goodman: Who put the rainbow in ‘The Wizard of Oz?' Nov 20, 2009
While academic debate persists over whether Baum intended the story as a political allegory about the rise of industrial monopolists like John D. Rockefeller and the subsequent populist backlash, there is no doubt that Harburg's influence made the 1939 film version more political ... Harburg would be especially proud, no doubt, to know that one of the actors, Terri White, who plays a black sharecropper in Finian's Rainbow, is back on Broadway despite having recently been homeless. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Next on the Hub’s horizon Nov 20, 2009
This would require a housing, jobs, and development strategy on steroids, no doubt. But Paris has roughly the same area as Boston and three times as many residents. (Boston Globe)
Stringer Sees 3D as Sony's Next $10 Billion Business; Investors Skeptical Nov 20, 2009
These 3D products will no doubt be pricier and it will take years for them to penetrate the market, said Nakanishi. Sony often makes bold statements to shore up its price and I see its 3D plan as being one of those announcements. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
The reasons you need to buy Left 4 Dead 2 on PC Nov 20, 2009
The 360 version is going to be fun, no doubt about it, but the PC version features support for dedicated servers because of course that's a selling point now and the menu features slots for add-on campaigns and new content. The first game already has some fun user-created levels and mods, and this game will be no different. (Ars Technica)
Hotel/convention center project advances Nov 20, 2009
No doubt this convention center will be able to host events that are currently be held in other citys. Take a look around and look at what you as a citizen can do to help Mattoon be a better functioning city,and if investors want to come in and help build your city,be happy instead of brow beating them before they even start. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
We are the professional suppliers of various kinds of tennis racquets which have... Nov 20, 2009
No matter you are amateur or occupational tennies player, there is no doubt that you can find suitable racquet for yourself ... No matter you are amateur or occupational tennies player, there is no doubt that you can find suitable racquet for yourself. (Multichannel News)
Nigeria: Yar'Adua in Frantic Move to End Senate-House Feud Nov 20, 2009
" It was gathered that the desire by the party leadership to intervene made Yar'Adua to defer his presentation of the budget. The view in National Assembly circles yesterday was that Yar'Adua should have gone ahead to lay the budget separately before both houses as provided for in Section 81(1) of the 1999 Constitution - although this was one of the options explored by the president but was later shelved. But a legislator on the platform of an opposition party who was at the closed door session... (allAfrica.com)
Facebook in the workplace: Take care on both sides Nov 19, 2009
My 24 year old daughter no doubt uses these terms away from home, but she knows better than to use them in my house or in front of me. I will not apologize for believing that those who use such language are crude, rude, and disrespectful. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
EDITORIAL: Needed budget cuts still hurt many in state Nov 19, 2009
There's no doubt the state faces a brutal task in closing a deficit that could hit $7 billion in the current fiscal year, with $7. 4 billion more in red ink projected in the next. (Fresno Bee)
Saint Louis Women's Hoops Sign Five Nov 19, 2009
"Desirae takes criticism well and seeks out coaching advice, Dehring added. Her maturity and talent have been evident since her freshman year at Ursuline, and I am sure those qualities will shine through at SLU as well. I look forward to watching Desirae excel at basketball and succeed in life. Castleman garnered All-Conference recognition last season and was selected to the state All-Tournament team and the KURM radio Dream Team. She averaged 12.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and... (The Insiders -- Arkansas Prep)
Employers' big scheme is nice, but who foots the bill? Nov 19, 2009
Yet again the business lobby - no doubt in cahoots with the investment banks and the road builders - is intent on ensuring that Melbourne's future is a concrete one with their road building agenda. A pity about the people in the inner and middle suburbs who would have to put up with a flood of cars. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Summer traffic up for Google, down for Microsoft Nov 19, 2009
Google's time numbers are climbing, no doubt because of new products like ... "Google's time numbers are climbing, no doubt because of new products like wiki site Knol. In July 2007, people spent an average of 1 hour and 34 minutes with Google, compared with almost 2 hours this summer."Not because of new products like knol but only because of YouTube. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
The cultural conundrum of losing face Nov 19, 2009
There is no doubt that the term "losing face" has its roots in Chinese. It is a direct translation, adapted to English in the 19th century. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
'Guardian, friend and protector' Nov 19, 2009
"Those familiar with the field have no doubt that the princess played a significant part in overcoming a harmful and even a cruel taboo in a gesture which was not choreographed but sprung from a deep identification with those who were vulnerable and on the margin," he said. The service also included some of the princess's favourite pieces of classical music, as well as a hymn she particularly loved, I Vow To Thee, My Country. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
Washed Out going 'really great' Nov 19, 2009
He scored a few interviews where he, no doubt, discussed his passion for "academic libraries with an emphasis on information technologies." Once there, he'd find out that 150 or so other eager beavers also were vying for the job. With no job in sight, 27-year-old Greene did what a lot of graduates did this summer - he moved into his parents' house. (Athens Banner-Herald)
You can play music in every room with S5 Nov 19, 2009
But you hecklers in back are no doubt thinking: "Well, duh! Why not just buy a $95 AirPort Express pocket Wi-Fi base station, connect speakers to it and then control playback using Apple's free Remote app on your iPhone/iPod Touch?". This is true. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
PM under pressure to raise drinking age Nov 19, 2009
There is simply no doubt whatsoever that the drinking age should be 21 years. The mess that has ensued since the age was reduced is terrible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
David Berkeley's 'Strange Light' delivers enjoyment, tranquility Nov 19, 2009
Even if your ear is not normally tuned to the soft melodic strums of a guitar and banjo, songs from this album will no doubt impress for their soothing plethora of instrumentals, but also for their catchy yet intensely mature lyrics. One tune entitled, "Halloween Parade" confronts societies' inability to propose anything but fake ideals leaving its citizens misguided, parading their hypocrisy for the world to see. (The University Echo, TN)
Commentary: Are MMA fights safe and good for Cameron? Nov 19, 2009
Blind Justice wrote on Nov 18, 2009 1:05 PM:" Jamey, assume all standards, tax revenues, zoning ordinances would be the same. I don't insult your intelligence. Some targets are simply too easy and I wouldn't know where to start...or stop for that matter. I assure you I am not unarmed. Clearly some people enjoy the services offered at brothels. Obviously, some young ladies enjoy the festivities as much as the men. Perhaps they'd be 'sleeping' for enjoyment, just as the men fight for enjoyment. So... (Cameron Observer, MO)
A musical trip back to the '70s at Wellesley Middle School Nov 18, 2009
No doubt theater newcomers like Dalrymple draw inspiration from veterans like Elise Miwa. Also new to WMS, sixth- grader Miwa has been in over 15 productions since she began her acting career at age 5. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Lee in limbo as fatherhood and injury put him to test Nov 18, 2009
That's the last resort, the surgery, but if that's going to fix the problem and allow me to keep playing cricket, I'll do it ; I've got no doubt that if it's a successful operation, I'll be back to bowling fast. But if I can't bowl fast, then I won't bowl. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Big Apple Baseball Nov 18, 2009
collier55 wrote on Apr 7, 2009 11:14 AM:" Congrats with the new baby Kristin. Its your friend from the Box. The Yankees, I feel should've went with their old ace in Wang. Sabathias number are horrific in April, granted he WAS perfect against the O's. He clearly wasnt ready to go, he shyed away from his fastball at times. They wanted to strengthen their pitching staff and it appeared it hasnt improved. They looked a little um, how do i say it not ready at times with the wild pitches passed balls... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Boyz II Men sending out 'Love' Nov 18, 2009
(CNN) -- There's no doubt that Boyz II Men know a little something about love. The superstar R&B group even used the word as the title of their new album. (CNN -- Showbiz)
No. 145 -- Lafayette vs. Lehigh Nov 18, 2009
D-LINE: There is no doubt that the Leopards' defensive line is one of the most talented groups defensive coordinator has assembled in his 10 years on college hill. Seniors (46 tackles, 3 sacks, 7. (Goleopards.com)
Our climate deeds will influence other nations Nov 18, 2009
No doubt the deniers will blame a communist plot (ie Labor) for others not having taken earlier action. Paul | melb - November 17, 2009, 8:58AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Egypt leader urges Abbas to stay Nov 18, 2009
The BBC's Christian Fraser in the capital says that while there was very little detail released to the media on what was said, there is no doubt the two men would have touched on who might succeed Mr Abbas as head of the Palestinian Authority. Reports suggest Cairo is supportive of two people that have so far been put suggested - the chief Palestinian negotiator, Saeb Erekat, and the jailed Fatah leader, Marwan Barghouti. (BBC News -- Africa)
Mr. Smith goes to jail for one year Nov 18, 2009
She also said she had no doubt that Smiths remorse was real, and she noted that more than 100 people, including Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster, had sent her letters urging her to be lenient in sentencing Smith. Adams received a light sentence in part due to his cooperation with investigators. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Amy Goodman: Who put the rainbow in ‘The Wizard of Oz?' Nov 17, 2009
While academic debate persists over whether Baum intended the story as a political allegory about the rise of industrial monopolists like John D. Rockefeller and the subsequent populist backlash, there is no doubt that Harburg's influence made the 1939 film version more political ... Harburg would be especially proud, no doubt, to know that one of the actors, Terri White, who plays a black sharecropper in Finian's Rainbow, is back on Broadway despite having recently been homeless. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Rapper points to future of downloads Nov 17, 2009
"Digital files are no doubt not just the future but the present. I think that it's [the CD format] on its last legs, it's on an artificial respirator," Hammer says. "The CD is now the wax album and so it is a collector's item for people who collect music and love to look at the liner notes and feel paper. I don't know what would turn them on about having to go through that terrible exercise of trying to open the packaging - it's unbelievable when you're tr 00004000 ying to open a CD, right? You... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
MC Hammer rapt over future of digital media Nov 17, 2009
So digital files are no doubt not just the future, but the present. I think that it's [the CD format] on its last legs, it's on an artificial respirator,'' says Hammer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Halestorm and Chevelle storm the Uptown Nov 17, 2009
No doubt the tiny-framed woman was showing off her best ability. Hale commanded the audience's attention and shook the house with her tremendous and raspy voice. (University News, MO)
50 reasons Fitty's going strong Nov 17, 2009
Mothers Against Everything will no doubt be shocked as Fitty raps about sex, drugs and general thuggery, but the rhymes are clever ... Mothers Against Everything will no doubt be shocked as Fitty raps about sex, drugs and general thuggery, but the rhymes are clever. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Temporary visas protect no one Nov 17, 2009
There is no doubt that each man was moved by the plight of the children who suffered in institutional care. Strange, then, that neither has shown a similar empathy for the asylum seekers who have again become a matter of political contention in Australia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
So She Thought: Why Slow Time is good time Nov 17, 2009
But there's no doubt that Fast Time definitely lives up to its name. After all, if you're still doing chores outside at 9 p.m., you're probably accomplishing more for that day than you might otherwise. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Rees' approach looks stale Nov 17, 2009
Then he changed it to the biggest day ''in a professional sense'' (no doubt his wife, Stacey, was relieved by this correction). Rees appeared under siege, but he said it had been a risk worth taking. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
MTV's 'New Moon Revealed' Asks: Team Edward Or Team Jacob? Nov 17, 2009
Or would you prefer to take the safe way out, and go for the puppy-love-wielding best friend who pledges eternal love and you have no doubt he'll deliver it. The "Twilight Saga" stars answered that tough question during which aired Monday night. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Sheer genius Nov 17, 2009
I have no doubt that over the years certain sections of the media have tried to find skeletons in his cupboard, but they have always failed. He is to all intents and purposes a man without serious blemish - both as a cricketer and as a human being. (BBC News -- South Asia)
W.Pa.'s worst bridge brought down with explosives Nov 17, 2009
No doubt Rosie and other 9/11 "truth-seekers" will demand an investigation. John Weigand. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
A Place So Beautifully Sad, It Makes Me Want To Paint Nov 17, 2009
I'm scared to go back to Prague because no doubt it has lots of neon signs and Pizza Huts now, but at the time it was the pure uncut Real Deal, and I didn't see a bit of gloom the whole time we were there. Very much the opposite. (Slate)
The Squeeze Box King Nov 17, 2009
When it comes to Tex-Mex, or Conjunto music, Flaco is in no doubt as to the secret behind its worldwide popularity. "We play in English and Spanish - the bilingual thing is the one that works," he explains. (Suite101.com)
Moving forward Nov 17, 2009
"But I had no doubt in my mind that she would have wanted me to play." ... "I had no doubt in my mind.". (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Scientists unearthing secrets of the ancient Cascades Nov 16, 2009
"There is no doubt that the Indian people living around the mountain today, that these were their ancestors," Burtchard said. The Buck Lake site was likely used by ancestors of today's Muckleshoot Tribe and other local tribes, Burtchard said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Forbidden love Nov 16, 2009
No doubt the Canberra media will make the opposition the policy and waste countless hours and column inches minutely dissecting every nuance of every utterance of the opposition. It is a pity they didn't have the interests of the Australian people at heart and devote the same microscopic interest first in actually lookin at both sides and seeking input from those who question THE SCIENCE and secondly by putting this new TAX under the same scrutiny as was given to the GST years ago. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Patience becomes a PM on the move Nov 16, 2009
No doubt the Opposition and third party detractors will complain at all this travel and question where the Prime Minister's priorities lie. Rudd certainly likes to travel. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Buchanan nabs top seed in D-I playoffs Nov 16, 2009
He's maintaining his sense of humor while no doubt it's getting. Buchanan High's football team conquered a demanding 10-game regular season, winning the Central Section's toughest league in the process. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Oil rises above $77 as traders eye dollar, demand Nov 16, 2009
"No doubt, real oil consumption continues to display cyclical weakness.". "The combination of tighter physical oil supply and demand fundamentals, loose monetary policy, and a weaker U.S. dollar are creating a growing risk for oil prices to spike above $100 a barrel as we head into 2011.". (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Palin Book Roils Former McCain Aides Nov 16, 2009
I've been a fierce and constant critic of Palin from the start, cuz I really don't think she has what it takes to be POTUS. But, by quitting the governorship and taking her show on the road, she's made the system work for her rather than against her, and will no doubt retire a millionaire, rather than being bankrupted by a system that is horribly cruel to financial neophytes. At the same time, while its a compliment to her, its a condemnation to our political system that it encourages our... (CBS News)
Benefit for Olten memorial fund slated Sunday Nov 16, 2009
soncerea wrote on Nov 13, 2009 9:59 PM:" Thank you truthseeker for the reminder, and I did re-read as suggested.I too would like to apologize for calling someone a jerk here, I shall refrain from that in the future and just say jerks, (the one i am referring to will no doubt get my point). " ... soncerea wrote on Nov 13, 2009 7:28 PM:" "explotation" ???? If you truly believe that, then why are you adding to it by commenting on something you obviously don;t care about? This story made national... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Raging Bull's low profile belies his remarkable achievements Nov 16, 2009
Aficionados of the sweet science have no doubt Darchinyan is special and highly deserving of an accolade such as the Herald's Sports Performer of the Year award, presented by Colonial First State. Jamie Pandaram, who covers boxing for the Herald, wrote in February that Darchinyan was ''better than Jeff Fenech, more comprehensive than Kostya Tszyu. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Festival creates winter wonderland Nov 15, 2009
But much to the relief, no doubt, of adults and parents, the weather didn't cooperate, bringing a steady light drizzle instead of the fluffy white stuff. While Christmas was on full display inside the banquet hall kids of all ages will just have to wait a few more months for the real thing. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Same old thing at Fort Hood Nov 15, 2009
No doubt in each case, experts could assure us that there were extenuating personal circumstances -- stresses and mental illnesses that better explain what happened. Mere mention that such killers typically voiced radical Islamic or virulently anti-Semitic themes often can earn one charges of Islamaphobia, racism or other illiberal biases. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Young rockers ready for camp finale Nov 15, 2009
The Truckers, who are longtime supporters of Nu;i's Space, would no doubt be proud. In a practice room next door, the uninhibited creativity only youth possess is on display. (Athens Banner-Herald)
We have met the enemy Nov 15, 2009
There s no doubt that the concerns of a parent with an autistic child are valid and wrenching, Specter says. But there s also no doubt, statistically speaking, that parents who choose not to vaccinate their children put their children (and potentially their neighbors children) at greater risk of contracting diseases. (Boston Globe)
Blow-by-blow account of Pacquiao-Cotto Nov 15, 2009
12:16 a.m. -- Remember: Cotto is landing, no doubt about that. But Manny is just absorbing them and landing 12 of his own. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
'Guardian, friend and protector' Nov 15, 2009
"Those familiar with the field have no doubt that the princess played a significant part in overcoming a harmful and even a cruel taboo in a gesture which was not choreographed but sprung from a deep identification with those who were vulnerable and on the margin," he said. The service also included some of the princess's favourite pieces of classical music, as well as a hymn she particularly loved, I Vow To Thee, My Country. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)
Obama in Japan: Public Solidarity Masks Tension Nov 15, 2009
"But there should be no doubt, as we move our nations in a new direction, our alliance will endure.". That is the positive face of the Obama era of diplomacy; it is the story that both leaders and their respective diplomatic corps want to broadcast. (Time.com)
Martin hits bookies with winning double Nov 15, 2009
Martin has no doubt the best is yet to come from Elusive Touch, which has now won two from five. A good Saturday class horse which will go through its grades,'' Martin said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
3 49 Hot New Open Source Applications Nov 15, 2009
No doubt about it, the launch of Google's browser was one of the biggest open source releases of the last couple of years. And while it has a long way to go to match the user base of Explorer and Firefox, its speed and simplicity appeal to an ever-growing number of users. (Datamation)
Glover returns to Fresno with 'So You Think You Can Dance' tour Nov 15, 2009
No dust on No Doubt in peppy Fresno concert ... The members of No Doubt looked like they hadn t missed a beat let alone been on hiatus for five years during their concert Tuesday night at Save Mart Center. (Fresno Bee)
Rees should ban MPs early retirement plans Nov 15, 2009
If he holds his seat he would be a prominent player in the Labor rebuilding but would no doubt receive a number of attractive other offers. At election time, he'll be 47. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
JoePosnanskiInside The NFL This Week 10 'gem' has chance to be the worst NFL game ever. Nov 14, 2009
Those were dreadful games, no doubt. Someone mentioned the classically bad Redskins-Cowboys Monday Night game when they both came in 0-4 -- the Cowboys won that game 9-7. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
The Most Dangerous Game Nov 14, 2009
I have no doubt that if were still in California things would have been much different, says Tamie. Christian would have just been another statistic. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
I-Team: Cold Case - The Death of an Elvis Impersonator Nov 14, 2009
I have no doubt in my mind -- beyond a shadow of a doubt. I am positive who had this done, said Koker. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Summer traffic up for Google, down for Microsoft Nov 14, 2009
Google's time numbers are climbing, no doubt because of new products like ... "Google's time numbers are climbing, no doubt because of new products like wiki site Knol. In July 2007, people spent an average of 1 hour and 34 minutes with Google, compared with almost 2 hours this summer."Not because of new products like knol but only because of YouTube. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
New bid to free Burma's Suu Kyi Nov 14, 2009
There is no doubt in my mind that the leadership in Burma is on the wrong side of history ... "There is no doubt in my mind that the leadership in Burma is on the wrong side of history. It is just a question of how long they stay there," Mrs Clinton said. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
