Cultural Kitchen program launches in Somerville schools Nov 6, 2009
The semester spans a 10-week period in which students study their own culture through group discussion, class trips, and the preparation of their chosen culture s food, all funded through donations from Whole Foods Market. At the Winter Hill Middle School, students will learn about cultures such as Ethiopia, Senegal and India, as well as their own cultures, such as El Salvador, Haiti, Brazil and Nepal. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Theater review: Great scenes in 'Mrs. Whitney' Oct 30, 2009
In Billy Aronson's "First Day of School," a world premiere staged by former Magic Theatre Artistic Director Chris Smith at SF Playhouse, five parents cope with their kids' absence through group sex. In the world premiere of John Kolvenbach's equally funny "Mrs. Whitney," which opened Tuesday at the Magic, a mother reacts to her newly married daughter's Christmas absence by pursuing an old flame. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Seacoast Sports Clubs add community to workout experience Oct 23, 2009
A strong emphasis is placed on education and motivation through group exercise. "We really want you to be here," Parker said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
California Women's Basketball Season Ticket Challenge Oct 20, 2009
Help the Bears reach their goals and you could win prizes (Calbears.com)
> Business groups keeping tabs on federal care bills Oct 20, 2009
While the debate continues, small businesses can get some relief through group plans offered by ASBA, Lockhart said. Members can purchase various types of insurance coverage through the association, effectively becoming part of an insurance pool. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Italy and Germany close in on berths in 2010 World Cup Oct 10, 2009
Like England Euro 2008 champions Spain have coasted through Group Five leaving Bosnia-Herzegovina favourites to go into the playoffs, something they can guarantee if they beat Estonia. The tighest table is Group Three where any one of five teams are still in contention with Slovakia needing just one point to ensure automatic qualification. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Limited Willpower Can Affect Your Workout Sep 30, 2009
The easiest way to get around this is through group motivation and support. Holosfitness. (CBS News)
From K-12, students can opt to take their classes in cyberspace Sep 22, 2009
And there are opportunities for face time through group projects, extracurricular activities at neighborhood schools, certain tests - even the prom. A few rules are needed to help foster a feeling of community. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Al Jazeera TV Selects Irdeto for Sports Content Protection Sep 11, 2009
"Irdeto and Al Jazeera Sport have been successfully partnering in the Middle East for more than three years, stated David Canellos, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing for Irdeto. We are very pleased to expand on this strong partnership and look forward to continuing to support the success of Al Jazeera Sport as a leading pay-tv operator in the region.Serving more than two million subscribers in the region, Al Jazeera Sport has an existing relationship with Irdeto for the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Zimbabwe: Offer Letters Valid for Inputs Loan Scheme Sep 7, 2009
In an interview last Friday, Agriculture, Mechanisation and Irrigation Development Acting Minister Ignatious Chombo said farmers could also pool their resources to access the loans through group lending schemes. The farming inputs scheme launched in Murehwa last Thursday will cater for A1, A2, smallholder and large-scale commercial farmers and will be distributed through wide networks of GMB depots and other distribution points to be established across the country. (allAfrica.com)
Letters to the editor (8/22/09) Aug 22, 2009
Everyone deserves undeniable access to health care at a reasonable cost, not just employees lucky enough to have insurance through group plans. This is a national responsibility. (Anchorage Daily News)
Some see patient-run co-ops as the answer to health care's ills Aug 21, 2009
Provides two-thirds of medical services through Group Health, a 900-physician medical group, and one-third through a contracted network of independent physicians. Offers coverage to employer groups, individuals and those enrolled in public insurance programs, including Medicare, Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program. (USA Today -- Money)
How to address doom and gloom: throw a week-long party Aug 17, 2009
Cancer: This is not the day to go off on personal tangents but to try to find a measure of success through group endeavours and to be physically active today. If you are not physically active the energies can work inwards and cause anxiety and restlessness. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The Structure of Scientific Evolutions Aug 11, 2009
to instill, through group cohesion, morality within a group and hostility toward those outside it. So in very early human societies, groups with strong religious behavior would have prevailed over less cohesive adversaries. (Slate)
Workcamp a mission of love Aug 1, 2009
This visit was organized through Group Workcamps Foundation, which has used more than 210,000 campers over the years to reach communities in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and central America. The local youth group slept in a nearby elementary school s classrooms. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
UnitedHealthcare Buys Some Health Net Subsidiaries Jul 21, 2009
6 million people through group, individual, Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE and Veterans Affairs programs. Shares of UnitedHealth closed earlier down 25 cents at $24. (ABC News -- Wire)
Teen Idol starts tonight Jul 10, 2009
One or more contestants will be eliminated each week, but all will remain involved through group presentations in the event designed to provide a drug-, alcohol- and tobacco-free activity all summer for area youth. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Silver&Fit Offers Older Americans Tips for Staying Fit and Active This Summer Jun 23, 2009
" Set Summer Fitness Goals to Help You Live a Healthier Life Here are some fitness challenges that can help you have a healthier life in later years: 1) Engage in Cardio Exercises for Endurance According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, older adults need two hours and 30 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise (such as brisk walking) per week, or one hour and 15 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity (like jogging or... (Primezone Releases)
Rescue teams save church group Jun 19, 2009
A listing on the Living Word Family Church's Web site described the three-day event in the Uwharrie National Forest: "You will overcome your fears through physical challenges, build community through group activities, and grow in confidence to do God's work.". The parking lot of the one-story concrete and glass church was empty on Thursday evening. (News & Observer)
Senators Seek to Cut Price Tag of Health-Care Overhaul With Subsidy Limits Jun 19, 2009
Instead, employers might be required to pay a percentage of costs for employees who receive Medicaid or a tax credit to purchase health insurance through a new insurance exchange that would offer coverage through group rates. The draft document was posted yesterday on the Washington Post Web site, and a committee aide confirmed that it was a committee outline. (Bloomberg -- US)
At-risk teens learning life skills Jun 4, 2009
While in the program, the students not only go through group therapy, they also take classes in order to keep up with their schoolwork. There are also supervised breaks, during which time the students choose an activity and interact with each other, while practicing the coping skills they ve picked up in therapy. (Needham Tab, MA)
Teacher seeks to help empower students Jun 1, 2009
The goals of the workshop are reached through group and pair exercises and lots of discussion. Facilitators also participate and share openly to show teens that they re not asking for anything they aren t willing to do themselves, she said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
A core value that helps the bottom line May 30, 2009
Encourage teamwork through group volunteer programs. Group volunteer programs allow team members to work with each other in new ways. (Boston Globe)
Philip Posillico receives Neil Armstrong Award May 21, 2009
Cadets participate in a structured program through group and individual activities that include aerospace education, physical training, leadership, and moral and ethical values. The program encompasses 16 achievement levels that include study in these four areas. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Father's love without end May 11, 2009
Through group games and individual counseling he helped the children adjust themselves and face their sorrow. He spread the message that it was important to rebuild trust in others, regain confidence and emerge from the shadows. (Xinhuanet, China)
Texas mayors push for lower electric bills Apr 14, 2009
At an April 8 Capitol hearing, members of the House Energy Resources Committee heard a separate delegation of municipal officials express support for legislation that would allow Texas residents to seek savings on their electric bills through group purchasing. Keffer said he is sponsoring the measure, House Bill 2780, in response to numerous and continuing complaints from constituents that deregulation has not produced the promised relief from high electric bills. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
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Barbara Edmunds, Iowa Pioneers vice president, said events like the egg hunt as well as putting in benches and the stone sign at the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School are paid for through group fundraising. "It's such a rewarding thing to do, to be around these kids and know that in some way you can help them --- and they're special," she said. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
One dead after priest drives through group of Good Friday churchgoers Apr 12, 2009
Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Saturday, April 11, 2009 4:09 PM CDT. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Al Ittihad, Al Hilal unbeaten in Asian Champions Apr 8, 2009
In other results halfway through group play, it was Umm Salal 1, Al Esteghlal 0; Nagoya Grampus 1, Newcastle Jets 1; and Ulsan Hyundai 1, Beijing Guoan 0. Al Ittihad had goalkeeper Mabrouk Zaid to thank for preserving the draw against Al Jazira at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Uganda: When Eating Mangoes Becomes the Cause of Malaria Apr 8, 2009
"We moved from one homestead to another both through group and individual approach, educating people about malaria," said Nyonzima. In order to make the people understand the messages, the community had to be a partner in all this. (allAfrica.com)
Tisei: Auto Insurance Reform shows success Apr 4, 2009
Also, 42 percent reported they had saved money on their auto insurance through group discount plans, while another 52 percent said their insurer offered additional savings if they also purchased other coverage through the same company, such as renter s or homeowner s insurance. Unlike 1977, when attempts to introduce competition in the auto insurance market resulted in rates rising an average of 14. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
* SUNDAY PROFILE: Kung fus ultimate warrior Mar 22, 2009
Its practitioners skills and knowledge come from one-on-one practice and training because the school focuses on honing reflex reactions and not fancy moves and techniques that can be learned through group drills. Wing chun is about the relationship between people. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Get more for your money Mar 20, 2009
"These options include investing in shares through group funds, the purchasing of bonds and offshore investments. The type of investment best for the individual will depend on their risk profile as well as their circumstances, such as the amount available for investment and the structure of their assets.". Calculated risks. (iAfrica.com)
Amerks' Teamwork Drives Ticket Sales Mar 16, 2009
"The biggest revenue source and the biggest amount of more fans we can bring in are through group sales," Amerks President Lewis Staats said. Staats says while the Genesee Valley Darts Association gets its name out there during the hockey game, the Amerks can entice groups like the GVDA and others to buy tickets. (R News)
Just me and my baby Feb 25, 2009
Anita is just one of 400 members of Komunitas Single Parents, a community group developed to help single parents around Indonesia to communicate freely through group meetings and online forums. The year-old organization was co-founded by Cahyo Dwi who, after meeting several single parents who had suffered from depression and even contemplated suicide, was moved to take action. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
