News 2008-07-11 Andanh.com

6 Die In Attack On U.S. Consulate In Turkey Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Gunmen believed inspired by al-Qaida stormed a guard post at the U.S. consulate Wednesday, touching off a firefight that killed three police and three assailants in the latest sign of Turkey's difficulty in clamping down on homegrown militants.

New DNA Tests Clear JonBenet Ramsey's Family Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
After 12 years of suspicion, after hounding from the press that drove JonBenet Ramsey's parents halfway across the country, new DNA tests convinced prosecutors of what the couple said all along: They didn't kill their little girl. A mysterious stranger did.

Defiant Iran Test-Fires Nine Missiles Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Iran test-fired nine missiles Wednesday— including at least one capable of striking Israel — and asserted that thousands more were "ready for launch," but Bush administration officials downplayed the possibility of military action against the Islamic republic and belittled Iran's claims of progress on its nuclear program.

Obama Shifts To Middle On Surveillance Issue Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Sen. Barack Obama's vote in favor of anti-terrorist surveillance legislation on Wednesday marked what many characterized as an about-face on the issue that left him comfortably in the bipartisan middle, no matter the criticism from John McCain nor the discomfort among liberal Democrats.

Study Of Moon Rocks Shows Signs Of Water Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The discovery of signs of water in rocks taken from the moon decades ago challenges a long-held notion that the moon is utterly dry and may cause scientists to rethink theories of how it was formed.

Pakistani Peace Deal In Northwest Region Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Tribal elders and Pakistani authorities struck a deal Wednesday aimed at bringing peace to a militant-infested northwest region where a paramilitary offensive has tried to flush out insurgents, representatives said.

Peacekeepers Killed In Darfur Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
About 200 gunmen on horseback and in SUVs launched a brazen attack on international peacekeepers in Darfur, killing seven in the deadliest strike against the under-equipped and understaffed mission since it was deployed, the U.N. said Wednesday.

Ex-Hostage Betancourt Adjusting To Freedom Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
It's the little things that are the hardest.

U.S. Troops In Iraq Face Rocket-Propelled Bombs Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Suspected Shiite militiamen have begun using powerful rocket-propelled bombs to attack U.S. military outposts in recent months, broadening the array of weapons used against American troops.

Witness To Cromwell Homicide Still In Hospital Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A key witness to a double homicide at a local bar in February may never get to testify.

Hartford Stabbing Victim Dies Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:48:00 -0400
A 44-year-old woman stabbed on Tuesday in Hartford by her boyfriend, a man convicted of manslaughter in 1993, has died.

Hartford Schools' Layoffs Confuse, Anger Those Affected Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The impact of the cuts in the radical reorganization of the 2008-09 Hartford schools budget is now being felt.

Pratt Gets New Shot At Pentagon Contract Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Bowing to extraordinary pressure from Congress, the Pentagon said Wednesday it will reopen a hotly disputed $35 billion military procurement contest, giving The Boeing Co. and Pratt & Whitney a second chance to supply a new fleet of aerial fuel tankers for the Air Force.

Haven Healthcare Officials To Stay On To Run Nursing Homes Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
In announcing the breakup of the Haven Healthcare nursing home chain this week, state Attorney General Richard Blumenthal proclaimed, "Haven is history."

Document Shows How To Spread Perez 'Gospel' Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
What the city of Hartford needs are more "spin opportunities."

Jealousy Cited In Killings Of Two Men Left Near I-384 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A former exotic dancer's call telling one boyfriend she was meeting another man inside a vacant trucking company office June 22 sparked what appeared to be a jealous confrontation that ended with one lover executing his rival and the rival's friend in a garage bay.

Newington Rejects Appeal Of Official's Firing Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The town on Wednesday denied an appeal from former parks and recreation Superintendent Wendy Rubin to keep her job after she was fired last month amid allegations by department employees that she contributed to a hostile work environment.

State Faces Growing Budget Deficit Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
With the state's projected deficit of $150 million likely to get worse this year, top state officials are trying to limit the damage of budget cuts ordered by Gov. M. Jodi Rell in virtually every department in state government.

Judge Heeds Defendant's Request, Orders Mental Health Exam Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
In his plea for help with a mental illness, James Alan Davis warned two Superior Court judges to take him seriously.

Edwards Brings Anti-Poverty Campaign To Hartford Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:45:00 -0400
There is no bus, no banners, no trailing press contingent. But John Edwards still is campaigning, five months after ending his run for the Democratic presidential nomination.

State Tightens Process For Licensing Teen Drivers Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Teen drivers will need to log twice as many hours behind the wheel before getting their licenses, and must take a longer, tougher test to obtain learner's permits, under new state laws and administrative rules that will take effect Aug. 1.

Bid To Expose Illegal Immigrants Spurned Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The state Freedom of Information Commission rejected Wednesday a request by a newspaper editor and a community group to release the names of people who have been issued New Haven resident ID cards.

Contrived Phrases You'll Like Not So Much Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Have you noticed that no one says "in the future" anymore? Now the trendy term is "moving forward," as in, "Moving forward, we plan to open eight new stores."

Architects Rebuild Essex Home Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Architects Rebuild Essex Home

In 2002, when Peter Coombs' parents moved to a retirement community, Peter and his wife, Jane Siris, bought the house. They wanted to live in the Essex house, but they wanted it to be their house, their dream house even, a house that reflected the neat, modern architectural style they had become known for in New York City.

In Old Family House, Changes Come But Roots Remain Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The street Michael Woodward and his family live on in Columbia has a name that's easy for them to remember: Woodward Road.

Mosaic Table A Perfect Summer Project Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
For centuries, mosaic design has been a favored decorative style. The enduring beauty and artistry of the craft is seen on the interior and exterior surfaces of public buildings, courthouses, spectacular cathedrals and town squares, which continue to shimmer with the resonant colors and intricate patterns of mosaic work.

Eleven Gardens Featured On Tour Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Ten gardens in Windsor and one in Bloomfield will be open to the public Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the first garden tour co-sponsored by the Windsor Garden Club and Windsor Historical Society.

Uncle Sam's History A Mystery Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
U.S. Symbol Decorates Many Antiques, Including $16,000 Doorstop

Uncle Sam has changed since he was first pictured in 1852. There is disagreement about how Uncle Sam came to be. Most sources say that by 1816, meat barrels sent to the Army were stamped "U.S." and soldiers claimed it stood for "Uncle Sam," the nickname for Samuel Wilson, a meatpacker.

Ice Helps Remove Candle Wax From Carpet Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Dear Heloise: Candle wax has melted onto my carpet. What can I do to remove it?

Picture This: Get The Hang Of Hanging Your Art Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Whether you're a new homeowner with only a few framed posters to your name, or a veteran collector with scores of valuable pieces, how and where to hang artwork can be a daunting task. We asked several designers for advice on how to make the most of what you've got.

Pump Pretty In The City Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If The Shoe Fits, Decorate With It

"Sex and the City" sole sisters Carrie, Miranda, Samantha and Charlotte aren't the only ones who love high heels. Truth is, there's a bit of the shoe addict in most women. While few of us would admit to having dropped more than $40,000 on stylish stilettos (as Carrie Bradshaw did during an episode of the TV series), American women collectively spend billions on fashion footwear each year, according to the NPD Group, a company that tracks retail spending.

Small Caulk Fixes Simplified Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Tear, squeeze and toss. That's how easy it is to use GE Caulk Singles.

A Quick And Easy Finishing Touch Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If you want to add a decorative touch around a ceiling fixture or ceiling fan, Fypon offers an ingenious and easy way to do it: ceiling medallions made in two interlocking pieces, so they can be installed without having to remove or even disconnect the fan or fixture.

Forget Route 11 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Given the price of gas and the state of roads and bridges, a new highway is the last thing Connecticut needs. But a new highway is what we may get.

This Rebate Is No Relief Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Everybody loves a rebate, especially politicians in an election year. But Gov. M. Jodi Rell's plan for giving businesses and homes a break from high electricity costs is short on relief and short-sighted.

Lady Liberty's Crown Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner of New York is impatiently beating the drums to get the National Park Service to reopen the Statue of Liberty's crown, closed since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. We're not so sure that's a good idea.

Brotherly Hate Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
No Way To Explain Jackson's Ugly Obama Remark

I remember being courtside in my senior year in college taking pictures of the Harlem Globetrotters performing before a sellout crowd. It was at the Southern Illinois University Arena. There was laughter and craziness and a lot of good basketball skills on display, particularly by the team's clown prince, Meadowlark Lemon.

Who Says Workers Are Falling Behind? Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Where will you be in five years? Many claim the American dream has died. Earnings have supposedly stagnated, even while corporate profits boom and health coverage disappears. Most Americans believe the economy is in a recession. Pick up any newspaper, and it seems the days when most Americans could work hard and expect to get ahead are over.

VP: Huckabee Or Romney Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Texas Republicans may have heard at least one member of their 2008 ticket at their recent convention in Houston.

Division I Certification Boosts Hartford Summer League Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The Pro-Am has regained certification from the NCAA which means Division I players are again allowed to participate. UConn's Hasheem Thabeet, Jerome Dyson, Nate Miles and possibly others will play, as will East Hartford's Doug Wiggins, who played two seasons with the Huskies and is transferring to UMass. Players from Hartford, Quinnipiac and other Division I schools are expected to play, too.

Former No. 1 Mauresmo To Play In Pilot Pen Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:22:00 -0400
Amelie Mauresmo, a former No. 1-ranked player and two-time Grand Slam winner, is on the list of players who will compete in the Pilot Pen tennis tournament next month, it was announced today.

Pirates Top Yankees 4-2 Behind Maholm, McLouth Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:57:00 -0400
Nate McLouth hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh, and Paul Maholm allowed two runs over eight innings as the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied to beat the New York Yankees 4-2 on Thursday night.

Sheary In Futures Tour Event Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Natalie Sheary says her major improvement as a freshman at Wake Forest was only partly related to her on-course work. She is now preparing for a second start in the Duramed Futures Tour CIGNA Golf Classic this weekend at Gillette Ridge Golf Club, after receiving a special invitation after a strong showing at Wake Forest.

Stewart's Departure Opens Door For Logano Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The door to his racing future has been kicked wide open for Middletown native Joey Logano.

Everybody Hits: Red Sox Crush Twins, 18-5 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— The Red Sox would love to have spread some of this around over the last road trip, but it's all part of the mystery of baseball. The glass ceiling suddenly broke, and runs began flooding out into the open.

Yankees Win 2-1 On Abreu's Walk-Off Double In 10th Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A week ago, the Yankees were worried about a whole different kind of walk off.

Rizzotti Gives Birth To Second Child Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
University of Hartford women's basketball coach Jen Rizzotti gave birth to a son, Conor, Tuesday at 8:21 p.m., at Manchester Memorial Hospital.

Ensemble Stages Real Life Health Care Stories Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Hartbeat Ensemble, a socially conscious theater troupe based in Hartford, is performing eight, 10-minute dramas about the pitfalls of the state's health system, Hartbeat's annual "Plays in the Parks" production.

GE To Spin Off Lighting, Appliance Units Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
General Electric Co. announced Thursday that it wants to spin off its iconic lighting and appliance businesses, the latest aggressive move by one of the world's largest companies to reshape itself to focus on faster growth businesses.

Protein Sciences Rebuts Merger Partner's Allegations Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Protein Sciences Corp. came out slugging Thursday, saying a lawsuit by its merger partner was an attempt to cripple the Meriden-based maker of a next-generation flu vaccine, forcing it into bankruptcy so it could be bought more cheaply.

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