Fear nothing Nov 14, 2009
"My whole class with DeAndre Jordan , Nate Walkup and Derrick Roland all said I think Coach Turgeon is going to be pretty good. We all decided to stay and that ended up being a good decision." ... After entering into a tattoo parlor one night with teammates DeAndre Jordan and Derrick Roland, Holmes said he decided it was time to add something to his empty biceps. (The Battalion, TX)
'2012' is formula action movie turned up to 10 Nov 14, 2009
Directed by Roland Emmerich ... What is your favorite Roland Emmerich movie ... It's a Roland Emmerich film very like his others - "Independence Day" and "The Day After Tomorrow" - about an epic, global catastrophe that begins. (San Francisco Chronicle)
NY Times writer's discourse slated for public eye Nov 13, 2009
Danny Butler l Sauls. Issue date: 11/12/09 Section. (The University Echo, TN)
Director Emmerich destroys the earth - again - in ‘2012’ Nov 13, 2009
I like to imagine that the director Roland Emmerich had a key transformative experience at the age of 7, when a relative visiting from Bavaria accidentally trampled his scale model of the Reichstag ... Roland Emmerich is just getting started ... Directed by: Roland Emmerich. (Boston Globe)
Valley's solar-energy industry shines in down economy Nov 13, 2009
In his laboratory at the University of California at Merced, physicist Roland Winston says he is nearing a breakthrough that could make it happen in the next several years. Winston, an innovator in amplifying sunlight for energy, is putting the finishing touches on a solar-concentration array that heats oil to 400 degrees. (Fresno Bee)
Soprano family values Nov 13, 2009
"I would play myself, he said.He's not well, says one shrink.She's been out of the spotlight for a long time. Ilya Kovalchuk had a goal and two assists in his first game back from a foot injury and Atlanta beat the Rangers, 5-3, on Thursday night at the Garden.Latest Sports News and ColumnsJets head coach Rex Ryan made a public appeal Thursday, imploring Jets fans to wake up and help save the season. Can't Miss Pics These creepy locales are among the world's most ghostly....Katy Perry got... (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
'2012' is no disaster Nov 13, 2009
Roland Emmerich's latest big-budget doomsday extravaganza is his darkest film' to date. Roland Emmerich has an ongoing project: destroying the world ... Pressed further, he replies: "Did I believe in aliens What's opening in theaters next week Opening Nov. 13: 2012 (PG-13) - Disaster magnet Roland Emmerich ("Independence Day," "The Day After Tomorrow") returns to destroy our planet - again. John Cusack, Woody Harrelson, Thandie Newton and Amanda Peet are among the humans trying to make sense of... (Fresno Bee)
2012: End-of-World Disaster Porn Nov 13, 2009
" Related Photos Stories The nutbag with the $250 million budget is director and co-writer Roland Emmerich, who for all his deficiencies as a teller of stories and wrangler of actors can never be accused of thinking small. In Independence Day he had Martians attack Earth; in The Day After Tomorrow, global warming triggers an instant ice age. He is both the king of disaster porn and a sentimental ;litist: his movies kill off billions of humans so that one family can get back together. Emmerich... (Time.com)
* OTHER RELEASES Nov 13, 2009
Excoriated by his enemies and lauded by a number of respected critics, this exorcism of director Lars von Triers own psychological demons is for those who want to see him inflict even more damage on the bodies of his two actors than Roland Emmerich did on world landmarks in 2012. By the way, if you think glimpsing Dafoes testes in this softer version of the film (as opposed to the hard version screened at Cannes) is worth the price of a ticket, then be warned: Taiwans censors have... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'2012': Now that's Armageddon! Nov 13, 2009
Stars: John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Danny Glover, Woody HarrelsonDirector: Roland EmmerichDistributor: Sony PicturesRating: PG-13 for intense disaster sequences and some languageRunning time: 2 hours, 40 minutesOpens Friday nationwide. By Claudia Puig, USA TODAY "We're all gonna die!". (USA Today -- Life)
'Pirate Radio' is an ocean of rockin' fun Nov 13, 2009
2012 (PG-13) - Disaster magnet Roland Emmerich ("Independence Day," "The Day After Tomorrow") returns to destroy our planet - again. John Cusack, Woody Harrelson, Thandie Newton and Amanda Peet are among the humans trying to make sense of the impending apocalypse. (Fresno Bee)
Restaurants ready for big night Nov 13, 2009
The Evening of Giving, one of the city s most treasured traditions, will be held Nov. 19, at the Best Western Royal Plaza hotel, marking 20 years that local residents have gathered for a spectacular event featuring food and fun for the benefit of Roland s House, the local homeless shelter ... For those attending the event for the benefit of the homeless shelter, who want to do a little bit more, the committee is asking for personal items for residents of Roland s House ... Proceeds from the... (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Hollywood gets in the holiday spirit Nov 12, 2009
Director Roland Emmerich makes good on that prophecy with his latest doomsday story 2012, featuring John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Thandie Newton and Danny Glover. Also on the apocalypse front. (The Clarion-Ledger)
National Tea Party Express makes local stop Nov 12, 2009
Roland Via, Holly Hill's mayor and a local radio talk-show host, was instrumental in getting the Tea Party Express to stop in his city by contacting the organizers. He urged the crowd to campaign for congressional candidates in 2010 who would put a stop to the change in health care Obama promised voters last election. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Veterans Day 2009 Nov 12, 2009
Thursday November 12, 2009. Most war stories you read are about great battles and the heroes who fought them. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Movie review: The end comes not soon enough for doomsday flick '2012' Nov 11, 2009
The director of "2012," Roland Emmerich, has destroyed the world before. His films include "The Day After Tomorrow," ''Independence Day" and "Godzilla. (FOX61, CT)
The end not soon enough for 2012 Nov 11, 2009
John Cusack and Thandie Newton star in Roland Emmerich's new adventure about the end of the world ... Starring: John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Danny GloverDirector: Roland EmmerichRun time: 2 hours, 38 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13 ... The director of 2012, Roland Emmerich, has destroyed the world before. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Best bets: Doomed in 2012? Movie says maybe Nov 9, 2009
Well, director Roland Emmerich is here to help with his latest film, 2012. The Mayans believed that the world would come to an end in 2012, but in Emmerichs version, surely John Cusack and Amanda Peet will make it through alive. (MSNBC -- News)
Apocalypse now and then: Tracing disaster films from ‘2012’ to ‘When Worlds Collide’ Nov 8, 2009
John Cusack and Lily Morgan in 2012, directed by Roland Emmerich ... Roland Emmerich is a man who seeks closure. (Boston Globe)
The indie star who came in from the cold Nov 7, 2009
2012, the film he is here to promote, is an apocalyptic blockbuster from Roland Emmerich, the director of Independence Day; exactly the sort of project that Cusack can usually be relied on not to make. I wonder if he had some specific thirst to quench that could be met only with computer-generated imagery and mass destruction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Red Carpet Report: 'The Box' Nov 6, 2009
Fashion fix: Diaz wore a skintight, figure-flattering Roland Mouret ruffled frock, topped with heavy gold chains and a homespun bun, while director () revealed via that Hugo Boss loaned him a suit for his film's debut. "Driver of SUV (also named Richard) just tied my tie for me! Thanks!" he tweeted before hitting the carpet. (USA Today -- Life)
Scrooge Rings in Holiday Movie Season Nov 4, 2009
Director Roland Emmerich makes good on that prophecy with his latest doomsday story "2012," featuring John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Thandie Newton and Danny Glover in a tale of a world devastated by cataclysm and struggling with a terrible quandary: Who do you choose when you can save only a fraction of humanity. "It's like a Noah's Ark story in a way," Cusack said. (CBS News)
East Somerville Main Streets to honor Stephen Mackey, Roland James Nov 3, 2009
East Somerville Main Streets will host a special fundraising event Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6: 30 to 9 p.m. at the Somerville City Club at 20 Inner Belt Road to honor Somerville Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Stephen Mackey and Somerville Juvenile Specialist Roland James as 2009 Outstanding Citizens. Stephen Mackey and Roland James have made a significant contribution to the quality of life in East Somerville and throughout our city, said Susan Fontano, East Somerville Main Streets... (Somerville Journal, MA)
Japanese PM's CD racing up music charts Nov 3, 2009
Roland Buerk reports from Tokyo. SEE ALSO. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Carrey's Scrooge Rings In Hollywood Holiday Spirit Nov 3, 2009
" Also among the menagerie: "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel" -- The followup to the family hit about critter crooners Alvin, Simon and Theodore has the threesome finding their hearts and singing talents tested in a battle of the bands against a trio of female chipmunks. "The Princess and the Frog" -- Disney animation goes old-school as the studio releases its first hand-drawn cartoon in five years with this update of "The Frog Prince" fairy tale, set on the jazzy Louisiana bayou. THE... (KIRO TV, WA)
Samantha says no to more sex in the city Oct 31, 2009
It's the end of the world according to Roland Emmerich, which at least guarantees that we go out with a bang, writes Xan Brooks. Most viewed on guardian. (Yahoo News -- Sex and the City)
Daily television listings Oct 30, 2009
New black leadership is discussed by Roland Martin, Linda Sanchez (D-Calif. and Hill Harper. (Boston Globe)
Holiday films roll out some heavy subjects Oct 30, 2009
Cast: Thandie Newton, Danny Glover, Woody Harrelson, Amanda Peet, John Cusack Produced by: Roland Emmerich Directed by: Roland Emmerich Written by: Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser. Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire. (Fresno Bee)
BASF 3Q net falls 69 percent to euro237 million Oct 29, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Students get lucky at date auction Oct 29, 2009
Roland Jeon (senior-finance), one of the hosts of the event, said this is the event's fifth year. "This is the biggest turnout we've had in students being auctioned off, so we're really excited about the outcome," Jeon said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
'She's real fine' Oct 29, 2009
Johnny Roland grew up in Boykin, lives near Cameron with his family, and plays trumpet in Reflections. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
COLUMN: 'Good without God' seems to turn nothing into a bit of something to brag about Oct 29, 2009
father bob wrote on Oct 28, 2009 2:22 PM:" oh my.....another republican shows his "moral family values"SC State official Roland Corning out of a job after incident ". Tpaine wrote on Oct 28, 2009 3:09 PM:" Collatine:Christianity has also determined that innocent people should be murdered, thrown into slavery and has committed their fair share of atrocities. What is the difference if society determines what is right or wrong or if religion determines what is right or wrong, its the same thing... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Cory Pesaturo is on a mission to make the accordion hip Oct 27, 2009
Roland Corp., an electronic instrument maker, has signed him to demo its line of digital accordions ... In the same breath, though, Pesaturo can knowledgeably discuss the specs on the Roland accordion Bruce Springsteen recently ordered for an E Street bandmate or the fact that pop star Billy Joel started out playing the accordion, not the piano ... Ron Lankford, Roland s US sales and marketing director, said he has little doubt that Pesaturo is on his way to becoming the best, and best-known,... (Boston Globe)
Association marks 20 years of greening Hollywood Oct 26, 2009
Honorees included entrepreneur Richard Branson, who pledged to invest all proceeds from his Virgin Airlines toward developing clean fuels and renewable energy; the National Geographic Society, which supports environmental education through various programs and grants; Centropolis Entertainment, the production company led by director Roland Emmerich and producer Michael Wimer that released the first carbon-neutral film in Hollywood history, "The Day After Tomorrow"; and singer Jason Mraz, who has... (Anchorage Daily News)
Review: Fire a 17-million gun salute to 'Borderlands' Oct 23, 2009
When players first land on the fictional planet of Pandora, they will choose one of the four characters: Brick the berserker, Lilith the siren, Mordecai the hunter or Roland the soldier ... Roland, for example, is great with combat rifles and drops turrets to assist him in combat ... Roland's turret, for example, can be bolstered to add rockets or regenerate ammo when standing nearby. (USA Today -- Tech)
Kid606: boundary-less bliss Oct 22, 2009
I was really young (16-17) and was always hanging around older musicians, so that's where the "kid" came from, and I loved groups named after pieces of electronic gear - like 808 State and Aphex Twin - so I named myself after this really bad drum machine I had that was usually broken, the Roland TR-606. If it's 9 p.m. on a Tuesday, we'll find you. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Key senators may rebuff Obama on health care Oct 22, 2009
Roland Burris is like the house guest who couldn't be refused, won't soon be leaving and poses a plausible threat of ruining holiday dinner ... Roland Burris, D-Ill ... Roland Burris, D-Ill. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
DIVERSE ARTS: Visual artist variety on display Nov. 5-6 Oct 22, 2009
Jenkins has performed in master classes with Pepe Romero, Roland Dyens, Martha Masters, Gilbert Biberian, Gallardo Del Rey and Joaquin Clerch. In July 2006, he attended the Interpretation of Spanish Song Festival in Granada, Spain. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Art Festival shares visual delights (SLIDESHOW) Oct 21, 2009
Director of Development Sharon Roland said more than 100 professional artists participated in the three-day event Oct. 16-18. We are having a great time out here, Roland said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Utah media challenge sealed filings in Smart case Oct 21, 2009
Judge Roland Fasano said he would make a ruling at a later date on the papers involving Raymond Clark III, a former lab technician accused of killing 24-year-old Annie Le in September and stuffing her body behind a wall in a research building ... Judge Roland Fasano said he would make a ruling at a later date on the papers involving Raymond Clark III, a former lab technician accused of killing 24-year-old Annie Le in September and stuffing her body behind a wall in a research building. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Oregon City teacher's essay wins 'extreme music makeover' Oct 21, 2009
Oregon City teacher's essay wins 'extreme music makeover. 12:40 PM PDT on Tuesday, October 20, 2009. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Hogeye Festival events begin Thursday Oct 21, 2009
Participants may register on festival day at Quoffers Pub or register in advance by calling Roland Silva at 285-6104. Awards are to be given at 4 p.m.. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Weekend Game Hunting: Rude awakening edition Oct 18, 2009
Borderlands: Just passed Level 11 with Roland, the soldier who drops turrets. Sadly, I can say no more. (USA Today -- Tech)
There's nothing simple about Harry Connick Jr's new album Oct 17, 2009
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Bradford H. Schofield Oct 16, 2009
Mr. Schofield, son of Roland T. and Dorris M. (Tupper) Schofield, was born in Waltham, August 21, 1928. Mr. Schofield descends from the Tupper family, founders of Sandwich Massachusetts, and the Mayhews, early settlers of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket in the early American colonies. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Musicians Institute: Want to Learn More about the Latest in Keyboard and Synth Technology? Come Check out the 2009 Roland Keys 'n Beats Summit at MI October 24 from 2-9 P.M. Oct 15, 2009
Come Check out the 2009 Roland Keys 'n Beats Summit at MI October 24 from 2-9 P.M. - Yahoo ... Come Check out the 2009 Roland Keys 'n Beats Summit at MI October 24 from 2-9 P.M. ... Then come down to Musicians Institute () in Hollywood on Saturday, October 24, for the 2009 Roland Keyz n Beats Summit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Seven Princesses Begin Their Reign as the 2010 Royal Court for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses(R) Oct 13, 2009
Her parents are Roland and Margarita Hernandez. She has two older siblings, Scott, 22, and Charlie, 20. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AOL Moviefone Listeners Get Their First Listen to Adam Lambert's 'Time for Miracles,' Theme From Columbia Pictures' '2012' Oct 13, 2009
Oct. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Adam Lambert, the "American Idol" star, performs "Time for Miracles," the theme song from Columbia Pictures' 2012, the new action film from Roland Emmerich ... The film is directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Roland Emmerich & Harald Kloser. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Blunkett in brain donation pledge Oct 13, 2009
" A YouGov poll revealed that a third of 2,021 adults surveyed did not know it was possible to donate their brains. The wife of Roland Boyes, the former MP for Houghton and Washington who died of Alzheimer's, said it was vital to support dementia research. Pat Boyes said: "I'm donating my brain to the brain bank and I'm proud that my legacy could help researchers to make the treatment breakthrough we so urgently need. " Brains for Dementia has centres in Newcastle, Cardiff, London, Manchester... (BBC News -- UK)
Resting place Oct 13, 2009
By Roland Buerk BBC News, Tokyo. It is a problem faced by everyone in the end or by their relatives left behind - finding a place to spend eternity. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
The Berlin Wall: what really made it fall Oct 9, 2009
Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra director Kurt Masur, theologian Peter Zimmermann, deputy city party secretary Roland Wtzel, and three others hammered out an urgent appeal for nonviolence, to be read in all the churches and broadcast on radio. Marchers braced themselves to hold each other back from any rash action or reaction. (Christian Science Monitor)
Keynotes for Oct. 8 Oct 9, 2009
Athletes named are: Ken Clark 28, Roland Chartrand 55, John Clark 60, Bob Alicea 70, Mark Kosinski 81, Karen Anastas 94, Lisa Chamberlain 98, Katie Bowen 99. Athletic teams are 1960 boys track and field, 1972 boys track and field, 1975 boys tennis and l999 baseball. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Orchestra plays classics Oct 8, 2009
Students, faculty and the general public were welcomed Tuesday night to the Roland Hayes Concert Hall in the Fine Arts Center to hear classical music written by composers during the mid 1700s and 1900s, according to the concert's program. Jooyong Ahn, professor of conducting and director of orchestras said: "The first piece begins with the overture, which is a short piece, and the last piece is a symphony. Only the instruments are played at this time.". (The University Echo, TN)
Students create jazz music Oct 8, 2009
The concert was Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Roland Hayes Concert Hall on campus ... However, she said this semester the jazz band will perform at Rock City Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. and at the Roland Hayes Concert Hall Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m.. (The University Echo, TN)
Football addiction: a family's hidden secret Oct 7, 2009
My friend and fellow Gamecock Roland DuBay recently mused about what it would be like to support a team whose victories are as easy to come by as Starbucks coffee. "Ahhh, to sit back sipping Mint Juleps and chatting about nonsensical things while our favorite team soundly trounces the opposing forces. No stress. No worries. I wonder if fans feel that way," Roland pondered ... Well, Roland, I'm pretty sure those Florida folks are drinking keg beer like the rest of us -- but I can tell you for a... (GamecockInsider.com)
Nature Reviews journals Oct 5, 2009
Rainer Surges, Roland D. Thijs, Hanno L. Tan & Josemir W. Sander. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. (Nature News Service)
Losers stunned and dismayed Oct 3, 2009
Page last updated at 21:51 GMT, Friday, 2 October 2009 22:51 UK. Olympic 'losers' stunned and dismayed. (BBC News -- Americas)
Homecoming Day Oct 3, 2009
Jill Connor / The Citizen The Rev. Roland Ryan, former pastor at JordanUnited Methodist Church, begins his sermon at his old church as his successor, the Rev. Dana Horrell, reacts to Ryan's introduction at the homecoming service on Sunday. As the church welcomed its newest member with the baptism of Lauren Elizabeth Richardson, it also took some time to look back on its long and rich history during the church's first Homecoming Day. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
MEN'S RESULTS Oct 3, 2009
77 76 Steve Sample, Jr 4:54 24:46 5:00 Lehigh University 78 77 Dan McDevitt, Sr 4:47 24:46 5:00 Loyola University 79 78 Sean Ward, Jr 4:56 24:47 5:00 La Salle University 80 79 Conor Shelley, So 4:57 24:47 5:00 Marist College 81 80 Brett Kely, Fr 5:03 24:48 5:00 Cornell 82 81 Bradley Bogdan, Sr 5:03 24:49 5:00 Cornell 83 82 William Griffin, So 4:59 24:49 5:00 Marist College 84 83 Jon Sclafani, Sr 4:56 24:49 5:00 Saint Josephs Univers 85 84 Justin Wager, Sr 4:56 24:50 5:00 Cortland 86 85 Joel... (Richmondspiders.com)
Oh, what a night Oct 3, 2009
Free-For-All Forum: Georgia high school football Week Six scores, updates, photos and chat LIVE. Prep Zone: AJC High School Sports. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
HDNet's 'Inside MMA' Presents Exclusive Interview With Rashad Evans Oct 2, 2009
Also joining co-hosts Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten this week are promoters Roland Sarria, Chad Pizzino and Brent Medley. The panel will discuss the role of smaller promotions in MMA. WHEN: "Inside MMA" airs Friday, October 2 at 9:00 p.m. ET on HDNet. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Guests for First Episode of TV One's New Sunday Public Affairs Series Washington Watch with Roland Martin Premiering Sunday, Sept. 27 Include Vice President Joseph Biden and House Majority Whip James Clyburn Sep 26, 2009
Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Vice President Joseph Biden and U.S. House of Representatives Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-SC) are the scheduled guests on the premiere episode of TV One's new Sunday public affairs series Washington Watch with Roland Martin, which premieres Sunday, Sept. 27 at 11 AM, repeating at 5 PM (all times ET) ... Hosted by TV One political editor, CNN and Tom Joyner Morning Show analyst Roland Martin, the new hour-long weekly public affairs series will focus on issues of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Newly Crowned Queen Sells Record Number of Tickets Sep 25, 2009
" Parade winners were: American Bank (business float), Boy Scout Pack 8355 (open float), Wildcat Marching Band (walkers) and Schubert Farms (horses). Also, the Nintendo Wii, the grand prize from the Save Our Officers Now (S.O.O.N.) raffle, was won by Ryan Hoffmann. Other prizes were won by Roland Niemann ($150 car detail from Gastorf-Schrumpf Motors), Margaret Lange ($100 gift certificate to Economy Supermarket) and Chris Barber ($50 gift certificate to Donatelli's). The money raised from the... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
‘Paris’ takes a loving look at the city through the eyes of some lovely characters Sep 25, 2009
An august history professor, Roland (Fabrice Luchini), becomes obsessed with a beautiful student named Laetitia (M. lanie Laurent), texting her adolescent mash notes and watching her reaction from the next caf. (Boston Globe)
more. Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 Sep 25, 2009
The New Agey claptrap is popular enough that it inspired Roland Emmerich's upcoming apocalypse-porn blockbuster due in multiplexes everywhere this November. With a hat tip to the citizens of New Jersey, Roland Emmerich and the ancient Mayans, we present this honor roll of doomsday panics and false messiahs -- a whole lot of past predictions that didn't pan out, and a few more current revelations that are looking iffy. (Salon)
