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Tuesday newspaper round-up: Marks & Spencer, HBOS, Apple, Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:47AMLONDON (SHARECAST) - Marks & Spencer will announce massive job losses tomorrow after dire Christmas trading – nearly a thousand posts will go in stores and several hundred more from head office and support functions.
Prosecutors allege bail violation Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:37AMNEW YORK â€” Prosecutors on Monday said disgraced financier Bernard Madoff violated bail conditions by mailing about $1 million worth of jewelry and other assets to relatives and should be jailed without bail.
Jail Madoff without bail prosecutors Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:32AMProsecutors say disgraced financier Bernard Madoff violated bail conditions by mailing jewelry and other assets to relatives and should be jailed without bail.
Prosecutor: Mitten-mailing Madoff should be held in jail Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:30AMNEW YORK — A prosecutor on Monday asked that Bernard Madoff be jailed pending trial, saying the financier broke a promise not to touch his assets by mailing watches, jewelry, cufflinks and mittens estimated to be worth $1 million to relatives and two friends.
Madoff Sons Reported Jewelry Violations to U.S., Lawyer Says Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:27AMJan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- The sons of Bernard Madoff, who is accused of orchestrating a massive Ponzi scheme, told prosecutors last week that their father violated a court-ordered asset freeze by mailing them jewelry, watches and other items, his lawyer said.
Official to expand Madoff inquiry into SEC Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:15AMRepublican and Democratic House members said Monday that the alleged $50 billion fraud involving Wall Street figure Bernard Madoff reflects deep, systemic problems at the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Business briefs: Consumer bankruptcy filings rose 33% in 2008 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:11AMALEXANDRIA, Va. — U.S. consumer bankruptcy filings jumped nearly 33 percent in 2008 from 2007 — going from 801,840 to 1,064,927 — according to the National Bankruptcy Research Center.
Business briefs: Consumer bankruptcy filings rose 33% in 2008 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:09AM Consumer bankruptcy filings rose 33% in 2008 ALEXANDRIA, Va. — U.S. consumer bankruptcy filings jumped nearly 33 percent in 2008 from 2007 — going from 801,840 to 1,064,927 — according to the National Bankruptcy Research Center. — The Associated Press Jobs says he will stay in charge of Apple NEW YORK — Apple founder Steve Jobs, a survivor of pancreatic cancer whose gaunt appearance ...
"Ignorant and Arrogant" OJ Simpson Gets Nine Years Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:15PMIn Las Vegas, Judge Jackie Glass orders Simpson, 61, to spend at least nine years in prison. Simpson makes a tearful plea for leniency, but Glass calls him arrogant and ignorant. Check out the LawFuel Jobs Network at http://www.lawfuel.com/law-jobs.asp
Business Highlights Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:09PM------ Obama plunges into econ talks, predicts approval
Prosecutors seek to jail Madoff Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:53PMNEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. prosecutors asked a judge to jail accused swindler Bernard Madoff on Monday, saying he sent jewelry and other items worth more than $1 million to family and friends in violation of his bail.
Business Highlights Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:44PMWASHINGTON (AP) _ President-elect Barack Obama plunged into rare pre-inaugural crisis talks with congressional leaders Monday, declaring the national economy was "bad and getting worse" and embracing tax cuts now expected to reach $300 billion.
(AFX UK Focus) 2009-01-05 23:37 WRAPUP 1-US seeks to jail Madoff, panel meets on reforms Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:43PMBy Grant McCool and Rachelle Younglai
Prosecutors ask federal judge to jail Madoff Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:39PMUS prosecutors asked a federal judge on Monday to imprison Bernard Madoff, saying the money manager who is currently free on bail transferred more than $1m of jewellery and other valuables in violation of an asset freeze order.
News Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:35PMA US prosecutor says disgraced financier Bernard Madoff violated bail conditions by mailing about $US1 million ($A1.4 million) worth of jewelry and other assets to relatives. The prosecutor wants him jailed without bail.
Prosecutor to NY judge: Jail Madoff without bail Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:34PMA US prosecutor says disgraced financier Bernard Madoff violated bail conditions by mailing about $US1 million ($A1.4 million) worth of jewelry and other assets to relatives. The prosecutor wants him
US prosecutor to NY judge: Revoke bail, jail disgraced financier Bernard Madoff Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:31PMA prosecutor on Monday asked that Bernard Madoff be jailed pending trial, saying the disgraced financier broke a promise not to touch his assets
Fires Keep Firemen Busy In 2008 Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:31PMFires destroyed homes and property during 2008. Volunteers from four area fire departments were called out Jan. 11 south of Fredericksburg to battle a wildfire that burned around 250 acres along U.S. Highway 87.
Q&A: Zack Shubkagel of Willoughby Design Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:28PMJOB DESCRIPTION: Vice president of brand experience at Willoughby Design Group and president of AIGA Kansas City, the professional association for design
Latest Alabama News Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:37AMHere are the latest Alabama headlines from the Associated Press for Saturday, January 3, 2009...
How To Select A Quality Loose Diamond Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:01AMOne of the most important differences between a loose diamond and one that is set involves the accuracy of appraisals.
Cash for the memories Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 12:51AMAs a child in foster care bouncing from home to home, from one caretaker parent to the next, David Mendes had one thing that he prized above all, one thing that he took with him when his life inevitably uprooted - a suitcase containing 5,000 meticulously kept sports cards, each in its own protective plastic sleeve.
2009 gardening resolution: Grow heirloom plants Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:07PMSeed catalogs arrive in the mail and I start to plan next year’s vegetable garden, an annual ritual as entrenched as those of any holiday. This winter I have a new focus, a resolution to grow heirloom vegetable varieties in Marjorie’s garden.
A miracle for Christmas Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 5:32PMGLENCOE — Teresa Click noticed a flicker outside her bedroom window as she was settling in for bed on a windy night two days before Christmas. Her mom, who was saying goodnight, stayed up late to wrap presents.
Perdue plans no fewer than four staffed offices Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:40AMGov.-elect Beverly Perdue plans to have four offices.
Burglary suspect leaves behind day planner, possible ID Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 5:37PMAn elderly Phoenix couple returned from vacation to find their heirlooms gone, but one item - clearly valuable to someone else - left behind.
Graybeal Faces Murder Charges In Shooting Death Of His Estranged Wife Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:26AMA Bluff City, Tenn., man who suffered a disfiguring gunshot wound to his head now faces trial on murder charges in the shooting death of his estranged wife.
Ohio police seek to exchange souvenir firearms Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 9:57AMFOREST PARK, OH (AP) - Ohio police departments facing tight budgets are unloading souvenir firearms to raise money and obtain new equipment.
TEN Dorcheat Historical Museum opens Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 8:31AMThe greatly-anticipated Dorcheat Historical Museum, located at 116 Pearl Street, opened to the public on June 10.
Monumental events make a year for the ages Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:29AMIt is not an exaggeration to note that the stories that dominated The Reporters headlines in 2008 were historic in magnitude.
Waterford shifts factory to Asia Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:05AMJAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — For more than two centuries, Waterford crystal and Wedgwood china have been symbols of Irish and British craftsmanship. Now, their future may lie in Asia.
Fashion heirlooms are worth storing; closet junk is not Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:11AM Start the year with a clean slate — or at least a clean closet.
Waterford Wedgwood shifts to Asia to save company Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 10:21PMFor more than two centuries, Waterford crystal and Wedgwood china have been symbols of Irish and British craftsmanship. Now, their future may lie in Asia. Drowning in red ink, the storied brands, which merged in 1986, have moved most ceramics production to...
Indonesia: Waterford Wedgwood Shifts To Asia To Save Company Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 8:25PMJAKARTA, INDONESIA: For more than two centuries, Waterford crystal and Wedgwood china have been symbols of Irish and British craftsmanship. Now, their future may lie in Asia.
Museum Calendar Jan. 2-8 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 8:11PMTHE ALDRICH CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM Founded in 1964 by Larry Aldrich, the museum features rotating exhibitions of contemporary art.
Fredericksburg Opens New Local History Museum Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 9:36AMOn December 11, 1862, Gen. Ambrose Burnside’s Union artillery reigned down 100 shells a minute for two hours on the small town of Fredericksburg, Virginia, destroying or heavily damaging every structure and killing 100 people.
Elks help families rebuild after fire Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 9:25AMADAMS -- Dave Kirchner went to New York City for Christmas and then got a call from a friend Friday night, telling him his First Street apartment was on fire.
Heirloom fashion worth storing Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 5:09AMStart the year with a clean slate - or at least a clean closet.
Teryl Zarnow: Dig beneath that top layer of your stuff Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 11:54PMShe has invited several couples for dinner, and we are eating in the dining room with candles, cloth napkins and delicate china. Just like real grown ups.
Bankruptcy filings jump Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 11:30PMIn East Tennessee, filings have jumped nearly 28 percent over 2007’s numbers, reflecting similar increases in bankruptcy filings across the nation
Blumberg-Ayers home an Austin Street landmark Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 7:19PMThe painting that hangs on the fireplace mantel in the living room in Wilmuth “Billie” and Capt. William Manchester Ayers’ home depicts their Victorian style house in bygone days.
Piece Makers Stitch Way to Heirlooms of Tomorrow Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 5:35PMWhen the Marengo County Piece Makers Quilt Guild give a gift, there is definitely no lining up at the return desk after Christmas. Their lovely crafted quilts and wall-hangings are priceless treasures that family and friends can’t wait to get their hands on and display proudly through generations.
Hospital Foundation: Gala benefiting Santa Paula Hospital shows strong support Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 5:07PMElvis was back in the building, along with county officials and other supporters of the Santa Clara Valley Wellness Foundation, for the “We’ll Have a Blue Christmas Without You” holiday gala benefiting Santa Paula Hospital.
Until death do us part Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 1:26AMIn the space of one photo, you can glimpse the entire world of Earl and Mildred Boller. A herd of buildings, squatting stubbornly together amidst the vast expanse of the Wyoming plains.
Best of the 2008 police blotter Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:15PMA man who beat on an ATM claimed he was excited about a light snowfall, but police think he and his friends may have been trying to break into the machine, Athens-Clarke police said.
Christmas burglar makes off with family heirlooms Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:49PMJackson, MS (WLBT) - A south Jackson woman returns from a Christmas vacation to find someone had broken into her house. The messy intruder ransacked the home and took family possessions that can never by replaced.
Resident Celebrates 102nd Christmas Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 12:08PMBefore she celebrated Christmas around a decorated evergreen tree, Ina DeLapp would unwrap presents with family over breakfast plates. “We didn’t have a lot,” she says. “I always bought my father a beautiful necktie. I got my mother a gorgeous blouse.”
Investigated auctioneer contacts Police Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:19AMThe owner of an auction business at the centre of an investigation involving allegations of missing money and antiques has contacted the police. Chris Sidebotham is now expected to return to the UK in the new year to discuss his business affairs with officers.
Bowls used in 400 B.C. to snort hallucinogens discovered on Caribbean Sea Island Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 3:40AMWashington, Dec 26 : Archaeologists have discovered three ancient bowls on the island of Carriacou in the Caribbean Sea, near Grenada in the Antilles, which were probably used by early Amerindians in 400 B.C. to snort hallucinogens, liquid or powdered, through the nose.