Nigeria: Ruling Party Condemns Call for Violent Change Nov 9, 2009
" Galadima was quoted in an interview with THISDAY to have called for the "Ghanaian treatment" which the PDP said is a direct call for the overthrow of the current democratic dispensation through violent means. According to PDP, "In this context of Galadima's interview, he is not only calling for the overthrow of this Government, he is also calling for the elimination of all former Nigerian leaders to pave way for his weird political agenda. " The statement said that PDP has had "cause in the... (allAfrica.com)
Last-ditch attempt on to clinch climate pact Nov 2, 2009
Speaking to BBC's Newsnight, Rasmussen said: "Without the presence of heads of state and governments we can't close a deal which can come into immediate effect and can be implemented immediately... It is a direct call to President Obama. But not only to him. This isn't just a question about the American position. I feel strong willingness from many leaders, and I have spoken to many in the last couple of weeks, that what we need now is to bring those bilateral talks into one meeting room.".... (Xinhuanet, China)
Opinion: Marsalis on blues and racism Oct 25, 2009
It's that combination, those tensions, the east-west tensions, the kind of tension of being a slave in the land of freedom, and the land of freedom itself, the Western mind, the concept of soloing across time, the call-and-response of democracy, direct call and response, the kind of optimism that is American in nature, is in the blues. There are elements in it that are African and there are elements of the American take on Europeanism. (CNN)
US in Afghanistan failure warning Sep 21, 2009
The general's report carries a direct call for extra troops ... That report did not make any direct call for increasing troop numbers. (BBC News -- Americas)
US Afghan strategy 'not working' Aug 31, 2009
The general's report will not carry a direct call for extra troops ... But the report will not carry a direct call for increasing troop numbers. (BBC News)
Securus Technologies, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2009 Operating Results Aug 13, 2009
SECURUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2008 and 2009 (Dollars in thousands) For The Three Months For The Six Months Ended June 30, Ended June 30, 2008 2009 2008 2009 -------------------- ------------------- (Unaudited) (Unaudited) Revenue: Direct call provisioning $84,727 $80,418 $169,625 $163,335 Offender management software 7,426 5,332 11,615 11,547 Wholesale services 7,620 6,918 16,205 14,006... (PR Newswire)
Burnham under fire on flu advice Jul 20, 2009
A terminal reserved for the flu helpline at an NHS Direct call centre. Health Secretary Andy Burnham will outline plans for a swine flu advice service later amid criticism government in-fighting delayed its launch. (BBC News -- UK)
Reid Calls Immigration Reform No. 3 Priority Jun 5, 2009
on Thursday issued the most direct call yet by a Congressional leader for action this year on comprehensive immigration reform. As far as I m concerned, we have three major issues we have to do this year if at all possible: No. 1 is health care; No. 2 is energy, global warming; and No. 3 is immigration reform, Reid said after a meeting with Hispanic leaders. (Roll Call)
Hoax threat leads police on Bellevue-to-Texas chase Jun 2, 2009
Because the call was routed from the hospital and not a direct call, they could not determine the caller's location. Mr. Thomson said that the dispatcher determined the Lincoln Avenue residence could not be within the city limits, so the dispatcher searched for communities around Pittsburgh that had a Lincoln Avenue with a 100 block because he thought the caller was foreign to the area and could not differentiate between the city and surrounding boroughs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
AP: Obama Urges Halt to 'Drift' in Mideast Peace Talks May 30, 2009
Obama pushed Palestinians for progress, too, including a direct call for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to reduce anti-Israeli sentiment in schools and mosques. "I am confident that we can move this process forward," Obama said after meeting with Abbas at the White House. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
How To Save Money On Hotels May 30, 2009
If you're traveling out of the country, a direct call to shop for hotel prices (which is not typically a toll-free number) may not be cost effective. Compound that with the fact that the language barrier may make this a less than desirable option. (KERO 23, CA)
Warner Bros. bites into iPhone apps May 24, 2009
"It's difficult [for developers] to have a direct call into Apple," Bohn said. "We spend time talking with them weekly, if not daily.". (Variety)
Mac Botnet Still a Danger, Symantec says Apr 28, 2009
The exploit is well-written, he said, and can be controlled both through direct call home and through P2P pathways, making it a malware platform whose use could be sold in the underground economy. "Whoever did this invested a lot of up front work in it," he said. (eSecurityPlanet)
Can Obama Turn Popularity Into Results? Apr 1, 2009
He wraps up his trip in Turkey a country that is virtually entirely Muslim and given his direct call to Muslims during ("To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect") his moves and comments there will be heavily scrutinized. Steve Chaggaris is CBS News' Political Director. (CBS News)
Securus Technologies, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Operating Results Mar 28, 2009
SECURUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS For the Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2007 and 2008 (Dollars in thousands) December 31, December 31, December 31, 2006 2007 2008 Revenue: Direct call provisioning $341,237 $338,703 $333,564 Offender management software - 7,933 25,137 Wholesale services 60,660 45,214 29,902 Total revenue 401,897 391,850 388,603 Cost of service (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below): Direct call provisioning,... (PR Newswire)
New Bin Laden Tape Calls for Jihad Mar 15, 2009
U.S. officials said they see no direct call for a strike against the U.S. homeland in this latest tape. But those officials said that even if there is no direct call for such an attack, that is exactly what al Qaeda is planning to do. (ABC News)
Oil prices fall as OPEC faces dilemma on production cut Mar 14, 2009
In an even more direct call for cuts, Algerian Energy and Mining Minister Chakib Khelil said OPEC viewed $75 a barrel as a fair price both for consumers and producers. "If we do not reduce, prices will fall," he said Wednesday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Heart-disease related deaths on the downswing in Kittitas County Feb 28, 2009
Now KVCH only has to make one direct call to Yakima Regional emergency room physician on duty. Although, deaths are down because of both new drug therapies and treatments, there are still deaths. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Rann spruiks anti-arson group at COAG Feb 11, 2009
" Mr Rann would not commit to the mandatory detention of convicted arsonists on fire ban days as suggested by Independent MP Bob Such, but said he would seek police advice on it. SA forensic experts head to Victoria Meanwhile, a team of state forensic science specialists is being sent to Melbourne to assist in Victoria's bushfire emergency. Attorney-General Michael Atkinson this afternoon said Forensic Science SA was responding to a call for assistance from the Victorian Institute of Forensic... (NEWS.com.au)
