Be thankful year round Marion Star & Mullins Enterprise Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:32 AM PST At this time of year, let us give thanks for the friends, family, and loved ones we have. I believe it was said best in Ann Landers column in 2001. Be thankful for the clothes that fit a little too snug, because it means you have enough to eat. Be thankful for the taxes that you pay, because it means that you are employed. Be thankful that your lawn needs mowing and your windows need fixing ... | Planet Election Guide: Property tax hike Telluride Daily Planet Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:32 AM PST In an era of steep revenue declines, the Telluride Town Council is asking voters to consider a 3 mil property tax increase that would pay for street maintenance, snow removal, curb and gutter projects and paving. | Afghan War Cost Grips Both Parties CommonDreams.org Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:29 AM PST by Farah Stockman WASHINGTON - A day before he is scheduled to announce a new strategy in Afghanistan, President Obama is under increasing pressure to explain how his administration intends to pay the rising costs of military operations in Afghanistan, which average about $3.6 billion per month. read more | UN wants $7.1 bln for 2010 humanitarian work San Diego Union-Tribune Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:26 AM PST The United Nations asked Monday for $7.1 billion to pay for its humanitarian work around the world next year, with Sudan and its troubled Darfur region most in need and Afghanistan rising to second. | Relevant Links AllAfrica.com Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:24 AM PST A source, who attended the meeting, said the accused's family accepted to pay the compensation on Dec. 5. But the bereaved family objected, saying they want everything paid before burial. | FAST NEWS Mineweb Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:24 AM PST China's Wuhan Iron and Steel Co (600005.SS: Quote ) on Monday agreed to pay $400 million for a 21.52% stake in Brazilian miner MMX (MMXM3.SA: Quote ), according to a regulatory filing. | Survey shows how users want more on mobiles EETimes Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:23 AM PST Users of mobile computing and portable communications expect to access more multimedia content over time but are not prepared to pay much by way of a subscription for the right, according to a survey conducted by ABI Research on behalf of Mirics Semiconductor Ltd. (Fleet, Hampshire). ABI Research - Mobile computing - Business - Mirics Semiconductor - Telecommunications | EI Offers Managed Apps Service Unstrung.com Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:22 AM PST BRISTOL, U.K. -- Evolved Intelligence, the next generation IN company, has launched a managed application service for mobile operators called âRemote ENGINEâ. The applications available cover roaming, messaging, pre-pay and a number of other areas. | COBRA subsidy for many ends today, laid-off workers face bigger bills News-Medical-Net Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:18 AM PST As part of February's economic stimulus package, the federal government began subsidizing insurance premiums for millions of recently unemployed workers - such as Paul and Kate Carroll, whose story is highlighted in the Sacramento Bee. But for many people, the subsidies end Monday, leaving the laid-off workers to pay the full cost of insurance plans offered by their former employers if they wish ... | Pens' Cooke Suspended Two Games WGAL 8 Susquehanna Valley Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:16 AM PST Pittsburgh Penguins forward Matt Cooke has been suspended two games, without pay, for a deliberate check to the head area of New York Rangers forward Artem Anisimov. | | |
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