Breast Cancer Groups Raise Funds, Awareness Oct 28, 2009
Of the group's many accomplishments, perhaps the most notable is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure: the pink-ribbon and T-shirt themed walk rallies that, according to the foundation, is the most successful fundraising and education event for breast cancer ever created. Through the Race for the Cure, the foundation has reached people in more than 200 countries, becoming the world's largest source of private funds for breast cancer research and community outreach programs with more than $1 ...... (Click2Houston, TX)
Pain of problem gambling Oct 28, 2009
And I'm pleased to see that the Productivity Commission, which you might have thought of as a leading advocate of economic growth as the cure to all ills, agrees with me - at least in relation to one great source of unhappiness: gambling. According to the commission's draft report, Australians spend - that's to say, lose - about $18 billion a year on gambling. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Michael Jackson Memorabilia Goes On Display Oct 27, 2009
- The Mission Cordinator is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the Susan G Komen for the Cure Central Texas Affiliate. Also, take a look at the most recent jobs posted to Job Board TV at KWTX.com. (KWTX.com, TX)
ON DEMAND: Eyewitness News Webcast at Six Oct 26, 2009
Thousands of runners took part in the Susan G. Komen 5K Race for the Cure Saturday morning. Bofta Yimam has the details. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
For Yosemite bears, dinner arrives in a minivan Oct 26, 2009
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure When: Oct. 24 Where: Fresno State, Maple Avenue Mall. Organizers expect a field of 8,000 for Fresno's largest running event. (Fresno Bee)
Scene 13: What's That Guv'nah? It's the Weekend, Baby! Oct 23, 2009
Step up for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in downtown Macon ... The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure happens Saturday at Central City Park. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Things to do, Oct. 23-29 Oct 23, 2009
A-list comedian Dane Cook and the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure are among our Things to Do this week ... A crowd of more than 7,000 runners and walkers is expected at the 11th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday at Fresno State ... 2- or 1-mile walk and a Kids for the Cure Race. (Fresno Bee)
This weekend's festivals, fairs and events Oct 23, 2009
Unmask the Cure 2009, Warehouse District in New Orleans, Friday, October 23rd. For more information. (WWLTV.com, LA)
No. 15 Golden Bears Host No. 16 Arizona and Arizona State Oct 22, 2009
The California volleyball team begins the home stand by hosting an up-and-coming Arizona squad on Dig for the Cure night on Friday, Oct. 23 ... PROMOTIONS: The Bears host Dig for the Cure night when they take on the Wildcats (Friday, Oct. 23) ... DIG FOR THE CURE: During the month of October, Pac-10 volleyball teams will join forces to help raise awareness about breast cancer during home matches as a part of the national Dig for the Cure campaign. (Calbears.com)
A Better Brunch Oct 21, 2009
We all had a little bit of a hangover from the night before, and Todd's breakfast was just the cure. INGREDIENTS: For the Hash: 2 pounds unpeeled potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage or Italian sausage 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 red onion, minced 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice 4 scallions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup grated asiago cheese. (CBS News -- Early Show)
NBC 5 Wins 11 Lone Star Emmy Awards Oct 21, 2009
Nada Ruddock, NBC 5 director of community affairs, received the community service Emmy for her work in promoting the 2009 Komen Race for the Cure ... NBC 5 2009 Lone Star Emmy recipients: NEWSCAST - MORNING / DAYTIME - LARGER MARKETS (1-25) "NBC 5 Today" Alisha LeBrun, Producer COMMUNITY SERVICE "Komen Race for the Cure 2009" Nada Ruddock, Director of Community Affairs and Producer FEATURE NEWS REPORT - SERIOUS FEATURE / SERIES "A Game of Hope" Matt Barrie, Producer/Reporter Noah Bullard,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Musicnotes.com Sponsors Night of Music and Fun for Women Rock for the Cure Oct 21, 2009
com Sponsors Night of Music and Fun for Women Rock for the Cure - Yahoo ... com Sponsors Night of Music and Fun for Women Rock for the Cure ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--, a leading online digital sheet music retailer and publisher, announced today it is a proud sponsor of the Madison-based event called Women Rock for the Cure, as part of the national Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
View Point: Keep running, and wearing pink Oct 20, 2009
We need to do it all until we find the cure. Cokie and Steve Roberts can be reached at. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'Project Runway' Designer in Philadelphia for AIDS Walk Philly to Educate About Living with HIV through Living Positive By Design Oct 17, 2009
Since then, Jack has brought the campaign to Atlanta, GA at the Atlanta AIDS Walk; New York, NY at the Gay Men's Health Crisis' (GMHC) annual Fashion Forward fundraiser; San Francisco, CA at the Academy of Friends' annual Academy Awards Night Gala; Houston, TX at the AIDS Walk Houston; Chicago, IL at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago's Make a Statement: Design for the Cure event; and most recently to New Orleans, LA at the NO/AIDS Task Force's NO/AIDS Walk. He will continue to raise awareness about... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Circling the Square, Oct. 15 Oct 17, 2009
It will be butterflies for hope at Flight of Fashion: Soaring for the Cure, dinner and fashion show at the Danversport Yacht Club where celebrity models (as well as local models) will be showing off the beautiful fashions from Lorraine Roy Designer Collection. It s all part of a fabulous evening of beauty to raise awareness and funds for ovarian cancer. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Banks: Parties and monkeys, all for a cure Oct 15, 2009
Titled "Party for the Cure," this Saturday's fundraiser will feature DJ Cubby the "Hit" Man playing "oldies to the present," hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, raffles and prizes. Party for the Cure is one of two local fundraisers this weekend. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Bunny linesEveryone knows that a puffy duckbill lip or a permantly surprised... Oct 14, 2009
Turn that frown upside down, because, ironically, the bunny line culprit is also the cure ... Turn that frown upside down, because, ironically, the bunny line culprit is also the cure. (New York Post -- News)
H1N1 Report May Foreshadow Grim Flu Season Oct 13, 2009
My question is what is worse the flu or the cure. The last flu shot I got some twenty-five years ago made me sick as a dog for two weeks, in fact it was the worst illness since I was a kid. (CBS News)
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendar Oct 12, 2009
"Cuts for the Cure" - 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. today and Tuesday, Fantastic Sams, 1860 Barnett Shoals Road, Suite 410, Athens and 1431 Capital Ave., Unit 105, Watkinsville; men, women and kids can get salon haircuts and a three-minute shampoo therapy massage for $5; salons will donate 50 percent of all proceeds to Komen Atlanta; no appointment necessary; (706) 769-4232 or (706) 850-7011. Job Search Workshops - 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Goodwill Career Center, Suite A-2, 10 Huntington Road; workshops include:... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jam For Life, Trenton, NJ Oct 11, 2009
Trenton's own Woodstock dazzles hundreds while rocking for the cure. In a capital city that gets an unfortunate bad rap, its homegrown rockers are still able to band together, pardon the pun, and rock Central Jersey. (Suite101.com)
Sneak preview: Women's volleyball Oct 10, 2009
Special: Fans are encouraged to wear pink on Breast Cancer Awareness Night; $1 of every ticket benefits the Susan G. Komen Central for the Cure. The first 100 fans through the gates will receive T-shirts. (Fresno Bee)
* EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Oct 9, 2009
British Sea Power, a four-piece indie band from the UK that often draws comparisons with The Cure and Joy Division, appears tonight at the The Wall (o). Taking the stage tomorrow is Ayabie, a Japanese group whose music is described as Visual Kei, a uniquely Japanese version of glam rock in which performers often wear wild costumes and makeup. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cancer survivors event Oct 9, 2009
Drive for the Cure Foundation is sponsoring their annual Pink Tea Saturday Oct. 10 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Juniper Hills Country Club, 6600 Bannock Highway, Pocatello. The event is a celebration of life for cancer survivors and support people. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Health calendar Oct 9, 2009
"FIT FOR THE CURE," bra-maker Wacoal donates $2 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation for every free bra fitting (another $2 for purchases made), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 15 Macy's, Kahala, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 5, Macy's Ala Moana; 941-2345. PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF HAWAI'I "National Let's Talk Month," a series of free, one-hour workshops for parents (or interested adults) at various youth-service organizations and schools statewide, during October, on initiating, and continuing, discussions... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Atlanta Pinks it up for Breast Cancer Awareness Oct 8, 2009
Agile on the Green, a charity golf outing held Monday at Bear's Best in Duluth, raised more than $30,000 for the Atlanta chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Tourney champs, shooting a team score of 59, were Andre Reese of Cox Enterprises, Tim Tyler of Big Fix and Preston Futnell of Reflex Systems. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
David Gray Revisits His Roots Oct 7, 2009
The teens played everything from Led Zeppelin to the Cure, The Who and Jimi Hendrix. While many articles have reported that Gray's first band was a "punk band," he denies they deserved such a title, saying, "In our crude musicianship it was probably akin to punk but I don't think it was sort of that thought-out as that.". (ABC News)
Circa '21 fundraiser Oct 7, 2009
Circa ;21 to hold fundraiser for Susan G. Komen For The Cure ... ROCK ISLAND ; Circa ;21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island has announced a special benefit performance of ;Mid-Life the Crisis Musical; on Oct. 23 benefiting the Susan G. Komen For The Cure ... Ten dollars from every adult ticket sold for the Oct. 23 performance will go directly to Susan G. Komen For The Cure. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Brookwood runs away with Great American championship Oct 7, 2009
Westminster's Kealy Hartman was the team MVP at Blessed Trinity's Serve for the Cure Invitational. In eight matches, Hartman had 82 kills, 39 digs, and 11 service aces. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Breast Cancer PSAs Use Sex To Sell Message Oct 6, 2009
According to leading breast cancer organization Susan G. Komen for the Cure, about 5 percent of all breast cancer in the United States occurs in women under age 40 ... Susan G. Komen for the Cure founder Nancy Brinker voiced reservations about using sexy imagery, though said she wouldn't discredit what anyone else does ... Brinker's organization recently started a Passionately Pink for the Cure fundraising program with Hanes and 33-year-old "Scrubs" actress Sarah Chalke, who designed a graphic... (Click2Houston, TX)
Get moving: Fall walks, runs and more Oct 6, 2009
Komen Phoenix Race for the Cure: 6 a.m. Oct. 11. 5K walk or run. (AZCentral -- Travel)
'Race for the Cure' expected to draw 30,000 Oct 3, 2009
Race for the Cure' expected to draw 30,000 ... The annual "Race for the Cure" raises money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation ... The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has been ranked number one, topping 125 affiliate groups worldwide, in recognition of its history of providing the most funding for education, screening and treatment both globally and in its seven county service area in Southeast Texas. (KHOU.com, TX)
Thumbs up for a good physical and family gatherings Oct 3, 2009
I had to cover the Play for the Cure volleyball match between Klamath Union and Mazama that night, and I wasn t sure what to expect. . (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Blessings for our furry, four-legged friends Oct 3, 2009
" There is no charge to attend, but donations of dog and cat food, blankets, towels and money will benefit Animal Rescue League. Dog walk for the cure Dog lovers love that more organizations are offering dog-friendly events. So thanks to all the event organizers who let the dogs in, and let's thank all the wise and wonderful dog owners who make these events successful by showing up with well-behaved pets. For the first time, the Pittsburgh affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is hosting a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Newspapers support fight against breast cancer Oct 3, 2009
Ronni Cohen-Boyar, executive director of the Massachusetts affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, said 98 percent of women diagnosed with cancer confined to the breast are alive five years later. That's an amazing statistic, Cohen-Boyar said. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Bugaboo "Ripples" Oct 2, 2009
I love the animation style and musical choice, "Made Up Love Song Number 43" by the Guillemots, who sound an awful lot like The Cure. Without those two critical elements, though, the spot would be your average montage-of-moments PSA. --Eleftheria Parpis. (AdWeek)
Sarah's fiddle Oct 2, 2009
Even at my age, I enjoy some hip-hop, and recently fell in love with the '80s college-circuit group, "The Cure." Somehow, I seem to have slept through the '80s, and don't remember much about the music of that decade. But when I heard The Cure's greatest hits CD a few months ago, their music appealed to me ... So why hadn't I been listening to music like that instead of The Cure. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Marijuana and cancer Oct 2, 2009
templedragon wrote on Sep 22, 2009 11:20 AM:" Check out Rick Simpson, "Run From the Cure" ". Sounds like wrote on Sep 22, 2009 11:10 AM:" Is this plagerism? I know from reading Chickenmans other posts that he could not have written this. Please give credit where credit is due Chickenman! ". (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Phoenix Fashion Week Oct 1, 2009
The designs will be auctioned off and proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure Phoenix. Following the charity event, catch even more runway shows featuring designers you might recognize from TV: Qristyl Frazier, an ousted contestant on this season of "Project Runway" and a plus-size clothing designer, and Jazmin Whitley, star of the MTV reality show "House of Jazmin," which follows the 20-something as she runs her apparel label, Li Cari. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Anchor Bay Entertainment Joins Forces With Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R) in the Fight Against Breast Cancer Oct 1, 2009
Sept. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchor Bay Entertainment, the successful distributor of independent feature films and home entertainment product, has teamed up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure() in the fight against breast cancer ... Since 1982, Susan G. Komen for the Cure() has raised more than $1 ... "We are extremely pleased to be helping Susan G. Komen for the Cure() in its efforts to find the cures for this devastating disease," said Bill Clark, president of Anchor Bay Entertainment. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eagles to raise funds during Dig for the Cure' Oct 1, 2009
Eagles to raise funds during Dig for the Cure ... Winthrop dubs the event Dig for the Cure and is among thousands of college and high school teams that play for the cause ... Anyone who donates $10 or more will also receive a Dig for the Cure' T-shirt. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
PAINT THE TOWN PINK: Barriers to breast health Oct 1, 2009
Ronni Cohen-Boyar, executive director of the Massachusetts affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, said 98 percent of women diagnosed with cancer confined to the breast are alive five years later. That s an amazing statistic, Cohen-Boyar said. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Bears Head to Hollywood For Casting Call Against USC and UCLA Oct 1, 2009
DIG FOR THE CURE: During the month of October, Pac-10 volleyball teams will join forces to help raise awareness about breast cancer during home matches as a part of the national Dig for the Cure campaign ... Cal's match at UCLA on Oct. 3 is also a Dig for the Cure match. (Calbears.com)
Zimbabwe: Sanctions On Leadership Affect Everybody Sep 30, 2009
The cure lay in respecting white elitist property-rights and "investors" who remove goods from shelves when it suited them, signed cheques when the CNN were in tow, and met Nelson Chamisa in secret locations in Zimbabwe to ask "a few questions.". It may not be funny to see our dear Minister baring his head to be interviewed by a banned journalist in secret. (allAfrica.com)
Hula Hoops: From Child's Play to Real Exercise Sep 26, 2009
A recent group-hoop took place during the Race for the Cure in New York City, in which members hooped while walking three miles to raise money for breast-cancer research. The initial appeal of hooping is that it's fun, but its lasting value is that it works. (Time.com)
10 things to do this weekend Sep 25, 2009
RUN. Choose between a 1 mile, 5K or 10K run as part of the KOMEN CHICAGO RACE FOR THE CURE in Grant Park ... Sept 26: races start at 8:15 a.m. Other events: survivors' breakfast, 7-8 a.m.; kids' party, 9-9:30 a.m.; awards ceremony, 10 a.m. Registration ranges from $20-$42, proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Field Hockey Resumes NorPac Play Sunday Sep 25, 2009
UC Davis will be taking part in the nationwide Play 4 The Cure movement in support of breast cancer awareness ... In addition, UC Davis is partnering with Longstreth Women's Sports in the Play 4 The Cure movement as schools throughout the nation play in support of breast cancer awareness and attempt to raise funds for the Susan G. Komen Foundation as well as the American Cancer Society ... The Aggies will be offering Play 4 The Cure wrist bands for $1 as well as UC Davis Field Hockey/Play 4 The... (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Keynotes for Sept. 24 Sep 24, 2009
PARTY FOR CURE -Friends of the late George Pappy Lafevre of Marlborough are sponsoring a Party for the Cure in his memory Saturday, Oct. 17 at Elks Hall, Park Street, Hudson, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $15 each for raffles, prizes, and hors d oeuvres. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Swampscott Police Log: Sept. 18-22, 2009 Sep 23, 2009
4:18 p.m., A caller complained about motorcycle noise from the bikers at the VFW cookout after the Cure for Cleavage Bike Run. 5:32 p.m., A caller complained about a barking dog on Belleair Drive. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Can you hear us now? Sep 23, 2009
One of ours was Congress is the disease, not the cure. There were almost as many criticisms of the Repubicans as the Democrats. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Anberlin makes last New England stop at UConn Sep 22, 2009
SUBOG set up the "Our Campus is the Cure" concert as the closing event to the past Suicide Prevention Week. Aside from the many groups performing music, the concert featured a large sampling of organizations, both on-campus and national, that are dedicated to raising awareness for many different causes. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Fighting cancer, honoring POWs Sep 19, 2009
The 2009 Phoenix Breast Cancer 3-Day benefits the Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund. Starting Nov. 13, participants will attempt to walk 20 miles each day for three straight days. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Making strides against breast cancer Sep 18, 2009
Fletcher, a Hereford resident, has been preparing for months for the 2009 Phoenix Breast Cancer 3-Day, a benefit for Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund ... Sara Fletcher, with her 18-month-old son Kevin, is training for the upcoming 60-mile, 2009 Phoenix Breast Cancer 3-Day, a benefit for Susan G. Komen for the Cure ... Eighty five percent of the net proceeds go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure; 15 percent go to the National Philanthropic Trust... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Fringe S1 Review Sep 16, 2009
The orifice-bleeding, head exploding scenes in "The Cure" weren't enough to save that episode from a lackluster story. "Power Hungry" wasn't one of the shining moments in the series, and that episode ranks as one of the more forgettable parts of the season. (IGN FilmForce)
VIDEO: See Kanye's VMA tirade Sep 15, 2009
If you hadnt been watching MTV you might of had time to find the cure for cancer. Or stopped world hunger. (USA Today -- Life)
New York Holiday Singers Racing for the Cure Sep 12, 2009
Holidays or Not, They're Bringing Cheer to the Komen NYC Race for the Cure(R) ... NEW YORK, Sept. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Holiday Singers, a group of New York City-based holiday carolers, will be pulling out their merriment, seasonal gear and songs for the Susan G. Komen New York City Race for the Cure on Sunday, September 13, 2009 in Central Park ... The festive group will be helping raise funds and awareness for the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
China News 2009.09.07 Sep 9, 2009
All proceeds will go to China's Red Cross Society to help with the cure of cancer patients. McGrady had also previously agreed to make a private donation of 30000 dollars. (Xinhuanet, China)
Ghanaian selected as the Official Designer for Miss Black America Beauty Pageant Sep 9, 2009
Afua Sam believes in giving and as part of her corporate social responsibility participated in "Step to the Cure for Breast Cancer Awareness. She created unique pieces for 5 cancer survivors who modeled in her designs during the annual benefit. For more on her achievement log on to http://www.studiodmaxsidesigns.com/ She said she hopes being a designer for Miss America 2010 would inspire many young Ghanaians who aspire in the area of Fashion Design. She advised them to always have faith in God... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
City Beat (26) Sep 7, 2009
Komen Northeast Ohio 16th annual Race for the Cure begins with a Survivor Ceremony at 8 a.m. at Malls B and C in downtown Cleveland. Competitive Race follows at 9:15. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Cubs hope trip to PNC jolts bats Sep 7, 2009
Again though, the Pirates may be the cure. The Cubs have crossed the plate 46 times in their eight games against Pittsburgh, batting. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Future is bright for speedster Davis Sep 6, 2009
The Official Site of the Oakland Athletics. Future is bright for A's speedster Davis. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Jordin Sparks: Having The Time Of Her Life Sep 4, 2009
Sparks co-wrote four tracks on the album, 911 Emergency, Was I The Only One, Faith and The Cure. What is your favorite track on the new album. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A $2.3 billion fine? Thats hitting a mule with a 24 Sep 3, 2009
Thank god for that unfettered free market that is the cure for all ills. What s that conservative rallying cry. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
SIRIUS XM Radio To Celebrate Labor Day Weekend With Special Music Programming Sep 3, 2009
SIRIUS XM's 1st Wave will present a "Live Labor" weekend featuring live tracks every hour from artists such as U2, The Cure, Depeche Mode and more. Friday, September 4 at 5:00 pm through Monday, September 7 at 11:59 pm ET.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nikki Caldwell To Co-Host b3 Fundraiser In Knoxville Sept. 11 Sep 1, 2009
Since its inception, Champions has raised and donated tens-of-thousands of dollars to help support the fight against breast cancer through a number of signature events: Cruisin' For A Cause - a long haul motorcycle ride, Links Fore The Cure - a women's golf tournament, and b3 - bikes, basketball t cancer - a dinner and auction. The money raised through these events supports efforts such as the University of Tennessee Breast Health Outreach Program, Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund, and The Wellness... (Uclabruins.com)
Taylor, friends provide shelter from storm Aug 31, 2009
It was clear from Taylor s grins Friday night that the cure is still working. The five-day event was the brainchild of Taylor s wife, Caroline Kim Taylor, a BSO trustee and former marketing director, who joined her husband s quartet of backing vocalists for several songs Friday night. (Boston Globe)
