The republic Nov 7, 2009
Video will begin in 5 seconds. What type of connection do you have. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Valerie Jarrett balances roles Nov 6, 2009
As for Obama's all-male pickup basketball games, Jarrett says that's not where the real power resides. "I think what's really important is who does the president surround himself with and give substantial responsibilities to.". (CNN)
The EU's next step after the Lisbon treaty: Choose a president Nov 5, 2009
A figurehead or real power player. Only a few days ago, Jan Peter Balkenende, the Dutch prime minister, was considered the leading contender. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
All together now Nov 5, 2009
He says the real power of tools like Google Wave lies in automation - where it collects data without any need for extra human effort. "A particular chemical compound, for instance, could be labelled and linked back to a database," adds Mr Neylon. (BBC News -- Technology)
A Treaty Ratified, the E.U. Turns to Picking Its Leader Nov 5, 2009
If the position of president turns into more of a managerial role, that could mean the real power player may be the new High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy, an awkward title for what is essentially the E.U. foreign minister. Whoever is named to this post will head the E.U.'s new 8,000-strong diplomatic service, oversee a $12 billion foreign aid budget and speak for the E.U. in key meetings with other countries. (Time.com)
From the archive: When the party's over Nov 4, 2009
Most people expect Mr Modrow to try to increase the weight of the government against the Politburo, which has so far had the real power. That would make life harder for Mr Krenz, who is party boss and head of state. (The Economist)
With easy tool, Indian blurs physical-digital world gap Nov 4, 2009
According to Mr Mistry, the real power of SixthSense will be to empower people who lack fourth or fifth sense. There are some organisations talking with me about how to empower the visually-challenged and hearing-impaired using this technology, he says. (India Times)
How Ayn Rand Became an American Icon Nov 3, 2009
As the health care crisis has shown, today, the rich have the real power: The vote that matters is expressed with a checkbook and a lobbyist. We get to vote only for the candidates they have pre-funded and receive the legislation they have preapproved. (Slate)
Rawlings' address at the Gordigbe festival Nov 2, 2009
I caution you not to forget that real power always belongs to the ordinary people of Ghana. If you sit in your offices and forget this simple admonishment and assume that real power is vested in you, then you will be taking away the will of the people and losing touch with reality. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Editorial: Two sides of a coin, both extraordinary Nov 1, 2009
Founding partner of Runyon, Saltzman and Einhorn Inc., she was an acknowledged powerhouse when women seldom held real power. She represented some of the biggest movers and shakers in town. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
African women look within for change Nov 1, 2009
Kidjo: Women have real power but must learn to use it. U.N. secretary-general announces members of Guinea probe commission. (CNN -- International)
Pakistan's Other Problem Area: Baluchistan Nov 1, 2009
The political paralysis in dealing with this remote, restive province is another sign, experts say, of the real power the military holds over the country's weak civilian government. " Pakistani President Asif Zardari and his entourage understand what needs to be done," says Harrison. (Time.com)
Ousted Honduran Leader Says Pact Will Restore Him to Power Oct 31, 2009
But few other countries had any real power to pressure Micheletti. 000006AC. (Fox News)
Doubles, toil and trouble in Pyongyang Oct 31, 2009
Whenever the Dear Leader passes away, two or three top generals are likely to want to grab real power behind the figurehead of the son. All of which lends credibility to the view that Kim Jong-il does have doubles - but that he can speak and act for himself when it comes to dealing with his own underlings as well as foreign visitors. (Asia Times Online)
Zimbabwe expels torture inspector Oct 31, 2009
It sheds a clear light as to where the real power is lying in this unity government. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Obama: A Man Apart Oct 28, 2009
Real power as opposed to soft power still has meaning on the world stage. A man with roots would know that wild policy swings of the kind that we ve experienced with healthcare, cap and trade and education proposals cannot possibly fly, with the American people, even with those who voted for President Obama in the last election. (Human Events Online)
Rawlings Faults Support Of Corruption By Development Partners Oct 26, 2009
The period in question saw the Ghanaian people tasting real power. In 1992 Ghana once again reverted to multiparty democracy under the fourth republican constitution. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Burlesque The Resurgence of Tease Oct 24, 2009
Performers of another age cut their teeth on the spontaneity of burlesque and maybe this is where its real power lays. It is a platform from which almost anyone can throw on an alternate persona and shed their inhibitions - even if it s just for their few minutes beneath the hot lights. (Suite101.com)
Miliband tipped for EU foreign minister's post Oct 24, 2009
contender for real power and little prestige ... The president could end up being all prestige and no power, while the high representative is real power and little prestige,'' said Simon Hix, a professor of European politics at the London School of Economics. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
TV review: 'Endgame' and the fall of apartheid Oct 23, 2009
The real power of Paula Milne's screenplay is that it avoids oversimplifying the moral complexities at the heart of the negotiations. "The culture of fear is not of our making, professor," Mbeki tells Esterhuyse. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Josh Lieb of 'Daily Show ' puts his wit to 'Unspeakable Evil' Oct 23, 2009
He says he shouldn't be confused with his narrator, who acts like a dork to hide his real power. Author and narrator do share a taste in music and literature. (USA Today -- Life)
A tale of how it turned out right Oct 22, 2009
Unfortunately, I don't think that the people who have the real power to change things are. Keith, Sheffield, UK. (BBC News -- Science)
For Senate, Mass. demands leaders, not back-benchers Oct 21, 2009
Joseph Martin, John McCormack, Tip O Neill, Joe Moakley, Ed Markey, Barney Frank, and other powerful speakers and committee chairmen didn t take the House by storm; they were given the time and mandate from the voters to achieve real power. The qualifications for Kennedy s seat should be the ability to articulate a vision, write important laws, and bring the fruits of those labors home to Massachusetts. (Boston Globe)
We don't recognize our leaders anymore Oct 19, 2009
And yes, we accept it with a mediocre wave of the hand, pointing to our favorite personal demons while the real power barely acknowledges our presence and none of our rights. I write a lot of letters to Congress. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Kauai students join rally to Flunk Furlough Fridays (167) Oct 19, 2009
You are the real power, Perry said to the crowd, encouraging them to talk to legislators and Lingle. Plan and organize so we can get rid of these furloughs, he said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Afghan Troop Decision Tied to Election Oct 19, 2009
So sent in the troops and work with the real power centers. by pensacola8-2009 October 18, 2009 11:00 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Suckered by the Russians Oct 18, 2009
Mrs. Clinton had hoped last week to meet with the real power in Russian politics, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. He thought a trip to Siberia and China was more important than spending time with the American secretary of state. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Nobel Peace Prize“then and now Oct 16, 2009
The Japanese were also emerging as a real power in the arena. By defeating China in 1895, this island nation had been awarded Taiwan, the Penghu Islands, twenty-one million dollars in war reparations (paid in silver), and the Chinese renunciation of their claims on Korea. (Cameron Observer, MO)
What Women Want Now: A TIME Special Report Oct 16, 2009
"In terms of real power economic and political we are still just beginning," Gloria Steinem admitted. "But the consciousness, the awareness that will never be the same.". (Time.com)
Cost of Freedom Recap Oct 14, 2009
Now some folks warning that while President Obama is winning the prize, America is losing its real power in the world. Rich Karlgaard: Well that's the awful truth of it. (Fox News)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents made inappropriate compliments to females when crossing the border? Oct 14, 2009
socrates wrote on Oct 13, 2009 8:22 AM:" For those who weren't paying attention, Concerned stated, 'I felt extremely violated and disgusted when I came upon this situation. I believe they need to be more professional since they are working for the government.'That is the sole issue: how she was (mis)treated by government officials, not the cheap, courageous--because anonymous--ad hominems aimed at Concerned.Sexual harassment is sexual harassment, boys, whether we like it or not. Flirt on your... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Readers to Probe Into the Unspoken Battle of the Sexes -- Author Ivory Simion Raises a Stirring Discussion About Man's Absolute Authority Over Woman and Woman's Control Over Man Oct 13, 2009
"This book shall reveal to women their real power and control over man, to keep man from abusing his authority. "This book shall reveal to women secrets on how to control men that were forgotten or deliberately hidden from them to keep women from having any control over their men. " But that's not all. This book shall present another course of action that have not been explored by the genders in a long time that offers a possible solution to the eternal battle between man and woman. A solution... (Primezone Releases)
Rebuilding Addis Oct 12, 2009
But the real power lies elsewhere, with the well-dressed Chinese men standing slightly away from the dust and clatter. Far from home and rarely off-duty, these are the road-builders quietly constructing a continent. (BBC News -- Africa)
Cambodia's monarchy quietly evolves Oct 9, 2009
"I think Sihanouk's politics contained the seeds of their own destruction, because he made some mistakes, and it pushed some people without any real power to overthrow him," he said. But Sihamoni's turn away from his father's hands-on style, he said, had established a firm basis for the long-term survival of the monarchy. (Asia Times Online)
Beckett looks to pull Sox even in Game 2 Oct 9, 2009
"Maybe if you had [knuckleball tossing Tim] Wakefield starting, and at some point you bring in a real power arm," Scioscia said. "I think that has probably a little more [effect]. "I think during the season there is probably more of a lefty-righty balance that will come into play as a long season plays out. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Q&A: Phishing for precious data Oct 8, 2009
It is a form of "social engineering", where the real power lies in the manipulation of behaviour, rather than technological prowess. As such, careful consumers can often avoid falling into the phishing trap. (BBC News -- Technology)
More of this story Oct 8, 2009
Want a career with real power. The ability to inflict your every whim on total strangers. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Afghanistan Controversy: Less Than Meets the Eye Oct 8, 2009
In the 21st century, real power may be all about figuring out the right place to dig a well. MORE. (Time.com)
A geographic power shift at Bank of America Oct 7, 2009
Federal regulators are the people with the real power in this selection process and the odds may favor a total outsider. People in Charlotte or Atlanta or wherever have to get used to the new reality in banking, which is that the regulators are going to be sitting on your head until as far as I can see, says Bush. (Boston Globe)
New Test Assesses Individual Breast Cancer Risk Oct 7, 2009
"That's the real power of this. It's not high tech. It could be done anywhere that takes tissue and has a microscope," Radisky said. "It could be done anywhere once we build the model, using factors that are available to the physician just from asking the patient and taking tissue, which could be evaluated by any pathologist in any town in America.". (MEDLINEplus)
No, There's Been No Olympic Armageddon Oct 5, 2009
They respect real-politik, whivh is real power. They crush the weak, pander to the strong. (CBS News)
Brooks: Limbaugh, Beck, Hannity: The wizards behind the curtain Oct 3, 2009
Just months after the election and the humiliation, everyone is again convinced that Limbaugh, Beck, Hannity and the rest possess real power ... The rise of Beck, Hannity, Bill O'Reilly and the rest has correlated almost perfectly with the decline of the GOP. But it's not because the talk jocks have real power. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Celizic: Look out AFC, the Ravens are back Oct 3, 2009
At what point do the experts stop talking about the Steelers theyre sooooo 2008 and the Patriots and even the Jets, and start talking about the real power in the AFC. And no, Im not talking about the Colts, but about the Baltimore Ravens. (MSNBC -- Sports)
UNC wins $20M grant for major cancer study Oct 1, 2009
The real power of this project is in the integration of these different genetic data types into a common framework that should provide a much more complete picture of why a tumor is a tumor. Reporter e-mail: jgallagher@bizjournals. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Fishing Report: Week of Sept. 30 Oct 1, 2009
The plug ended up near the rock and when he began reeling the plug back to the boat he told me, "I think I'm stuck on a rock!" Knowing there were no rocks there, I shouted "set the hook," but the striper was already hooked and moving with real power back underneath the boat. The fish came up on top thrashing around behind us as the Marine stood screaming, locked in a death grip with the pole as the hand-to-hand battle exploded next to the boat. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
G20 banker's pay stand strengthens report Sep 30, 2009
Australian shareholders have real power: the problem is that they do not often use it. The situation is different in the global banking sector, which now faces direct regulatory intrusion on pay. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Its all about control on Mad Men Sep 30, 2009
All episode other men were making themselves comfortable in Dons chair, as if to remind him that he is both replaceable and without any real power. First it was Conrad Hilton, who was unimpressed with Dons tardiness and his lack of desk accessories. (MSNBC -- Television)
U.S. alone can't solve world's problems, Obama tells U.N. Sep 24, 2009
In a speech harkening back to the ideological battles of the 1960s and '70s, he denounced the U.N. Security Council, which holds most of the world body's real power, and trashed U.S. policies from the 1983 Grenada invasion to the current war in Afghanistan. He praised Obama, however, calling him "our son," because of his African roots, and suggesting he should be permanent president of the United States. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Deirdre Reilly: A fifth-grade chaperones tale Sep 24, 2009
A chaperone is kind of a lame duck; present but with no real power. You are there to keep kids alive, in a straight line, and away from the exhibits (or river, as was my case). (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Gadhafi on U.N. ... and on and on and on Sep 24, 2009
Gadhafi's point was that real power in the resides in the and its veto-wielding five permanent members the United States, Britain, China, France and Russia. PHOTO GALLERY: U.N. ASSEMBLY: MORE. (USA Today)
Gala Networks Europe Announces Partnership with Snail Games to Bring "Castle of Heroes" and a Project Codenamed "Project 9" to Europe Sep 24, 2009
Thanks to an ultra-dynamic combat system based on a variety of martial arts, players will be able to experience the real power of a kung-fu master with exciting adventures in a beautiful 3D world with vibrant, high quality graphics and gameplay. As the European division of the Tokyo-based Gala Group, Gala Networks Europe has established a leading online games portal in Europe with a portfolio of popular MMORPG including Flyff, Rappelz, Street Gears, Dragonica, Allods Online. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Opinion: DuBos - Ethics reform faces uphill battle Sep 23, 2009
Unfortunately for the reform crowd, legislators know that real power in Louisiana derives from the governor, not the constitution. They went with Jindal. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Power still with people Sep 23, 2009
The real power, however, is in how and by whom people are swayed. and the effort by which they make their voices heard. (New Iberia, LA)
Braves need power to complement pitching Sep 22, 2009
The point of all this: The Braves need to get a real power bat this winter, a 30-homer type guy. Or retain the one they have, LaRoche. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Not all actions are motivated by racism Sep 21, 2009
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. September 20th, 2009. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Judges must have courage Sep 21, 2009
Earlier, he said the real power of the judiciary lay in its independence. It had to be perceived that way for the public to have confidence in it. (iAfrica.com)
India's China Panic: Seeing a 'Red Peril' on Land and Sea Sep 20, 2009
And that gap between India's maritime hubris and real power has been exposed in recent times by China, which is buoyed by its own sense of historical revival dating back to the days when the eunuch admiral Zheng He sailed his medieval trade fleets to India and Africa, bringing back, among other things, a giraffe. To safeguard its vast appetite for oil and other natural resources, particularly drawn from Africa, China has embarked upon a "string of pearls" strategy, building ports and listening... (Time.com)
Pakistani Police Raid U.S. Contractor Sep 20, 2009
I can just imagine how much a position of real power would affect someone, especially if their a control freek ... The real power brokers of the world faced a major problem at the end of the Clinton era. (CBS News -- World)
In the belly of the beast Sep 19, 2009
Katharine Murphy was given rare access to the real power station of government in Australia - the Prime Minister's office. The young men in Kevin Rudd's press office could get old and not even notice. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Storming the headland Sep 19, 2009
Katharine Murphy was given rare access to the real power station of. Bringing Kim Beazley in from the cold completes a new foreign policy and. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cloak and digger Sep 19, 2009
Bringing Kim Beazley in from the cold completes a new foreign policy and security apparatus for the Rudd Government. But it has many parts, report Deborah Snow, Jonathan Pearlman and Cynthia Banham. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Obama: No Quick Decision on Afghan War Sep 17, 2009
Of course we knew this was not going to happen because the real power people are enjoying the biggest ERA of greed in American history. by FrankDenise September 16, 2009 6:55 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Drama in a theater of despair Sep 16, 2009
It is in the governor that all real power is vested, and this would be an "outsider", appointed by the president of Pakistan. Significantly, the people of Gilgit-Baltistan, since they have been granted no constitutional status in Pakistan, do not vote to elect the president, the prime minister, or the members of the National Assembly. (Asia Times Online)
Hicks says Liverpool's sound, City unsustainable Sep 16, 2009
"We are seeing for the first time the real power of the brand and the power of a well managed club,'' Hicks said. "I feel very good about the entire club. The total sponsorship contracts should probably bring in 25, 26 million pounds of incremental revenue a year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
The One Thing Sep 15, 2009
They don't care about special interests and they have real power and that power will stand behind you if you want to be part of the 56 re-founders and rat out the corruption. But, if you continue to be part of the problem, those same people will hold you accountable. (Fox News)