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China's financial industry reports shortage of talent Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:21AMWhile regulations are being finessed for the launch of the Shanghai international board, which would allow foreign companies to list on the Chinese mainland for the first time, attention is also being focused on one crucial element: a chronic lack of skilled financial professionals.
Joint MD/MBA program approved Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:20AMA new Master in Business Administration/MD Joint-Degree Program was approved by the Board of Trustees during their meeting Friday and applications will be available fall 2011 for students in Penn State’s College of Medicine and Smeal College of Business.
WHAT'S GOING ON Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:14AMKnitting and crocheting, all ages, bring own supplies, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Rockville Public Library, 106 N. Market St., Rockville, (765) 569-5544.
Slaying probe goes on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:07AMRelatives of two people found burned beyond recognition in a vehicle fire in May continue to wait for answers. “We are being told absolutely nothing. It’s been two months since he was killed,” Anita Lester said of her son, Robert “Robby” Lawrence, 33.
POLITICAL HOT TOPICS: Wednesday, July 20, 2011 Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:06AMThe CNN Washington Bureau’s morning speed read of the top stories making news from around the country and the world....
Special report: With Alzheimer's in the genes, when do you test? Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:03AMPARIS (Reuters) - As a boy, Gary Reiswig would take his grandfather by the hand and guide him on walks around the family farm in western Oklahoma. At 5, Gary knew to avoid the prairie dog town, fearful that his grandfather might stumble over one of the holes that the rodents burrowed into the grassy plain.
Panel: No co-pays for contraceptives Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:44AMWASHINGTON - Millions of women stand to gain free access to a broad menu of birth control methods, thanks to a recommendation issued Tuesday by health experts advising the government.
'Be a Hero for Babies Day' raises $2.75 million for March of Dimes Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:25AMIn communities across the country, Farmers Insurance Group and its agents organized local telethons, golf outings, poker tournaments, gourmet dinners, carnivals and even a Zumba-thon and raised $2.75 million in a one-day fundraiser called Be a Hero for Babies Day benefiting March of Dimes programs to give every baby a healthy start in life.
It takes different strokes to make Charleston a bike-friendly town Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:16AMDr. Mitchell Hollon's death on the James Island Connector July 5 was not the first bicycle fatality in South Carolina this year. There have been at least 10, with four in the month of May alone. Peter Wilborn, a Charleston lawyer and bike advocate, says the state sees 12 to 16 bike fatalities in an average year. We are well on our way to exceeding that total.
Will your business data be safe in the Cloud? Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:54PMIt's scary out there in the cloud. Data thieves, hackers, criminals, they're all out there scouring the Internet around the clock for ways to get into your corporate networks so they can steal data from poorly protected businesses.
Health law may include birth control Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:44PMFree birth control, including the controversial "morning-after" pill, could soon be added to a list of services insurers must fully cover under President Obama's health care law. A nonpartisan Institute of Medicine panel recommended Tuesday that contraception and a handful of other services related to women's health be considered preventative ...
Oregon Editorial Rdp Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:43PMThe Associated Press Editorials from Oregon newspapers Albany Democrat Herald, July 18, on state health coverage: In bargaining with the unions representing state employees, the Kitzhaber administration is insisting that workers start paying part of their health insurance costs. It's a reasonable position for many reasons, the main one being that this is the rule for most working Oregonians. But ...
Official advises broad view for Haven board Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:39PMHAVEN - A presenter from the Kansas Association of School Boards urged the newly formed Haven school ...
Financial industry reports shortage of talent Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:38PMThe Lujiazui financial district in Shanghai. The difficulty in hiring and retaining high-caliber professionals has become the biggest business challenge for companies in the Chinese financial hub.
Oregon Insurance Division OKs 12.8 percent health insurance rate increase, rejects 22 percent Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:20PMThe Oregon Insurance Division rejected a 22 percent rate increase request from the state's largest health insurer and instead granted the company a 12.8 percent rate hike. The decision announced Tuesday followed the state's first public hearing on a rate increase in more than two decades, but more hearing are coming soon, the division says.
Government advisers: No copays for contraceptives Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:20PMWASHINGTON -- Millions of women stand to gain free access to a broad menu of birth control methods, thanks to a recommendation issued Tuesday by health experts advising the government.
Woman sets up nonprofit to assist families dealing with the delivery of a stillborn infant Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:13PMRebekka Hauskins feels Hayden's Helping Hands is a way to honor her late daughter's memory while doing something to ease the pain of other families.
Nanny in Crash: "I Was Broken" Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:55PMJen Anton was one of many victims in a May 21 accident involving an allegedly drunk Streets and Sanitation truck driver.
Idaho accepting health care law money, despite lawsuit - Tue, 19 Jul 2011 PST Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:52PMIdaho was set to accept as much as $19 million in federal cash linked to the health care overhaul as state agencies take advantage of waiver provisions that help them skirt Gov. Butch Otter's executive order aimed at blocking them from taking some of the money.
Health Calendar Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:19AMProvidence Regional Cancer Partnership: 1717 13th St., Everett; 425-297-5500; www.cancerpartnership.org. Weight loss for life, an eight-week behavior-based wellness program, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays Sept. 6 to Oct. 25; $135. Call 425-297-5536 to register.
ANN ARBOR: Schools: Ann Arbor working to receive $1.6 million in 'best practices' incentives from the state Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:13AMAnn Arbor Public Schools might be eligible for a $1.6 million grant from the state if it complies with certain financial "best practices" as outlined in Section 22F of Public Act 62 of 2011, better known as the State School Act.
Burlington health center work begins Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:12AMThe Community Health Center of Burlington undergoes demolition Thursday afternoon as part of a renovation plan. The expanded $11.3 million facility is due to open in March.
Fixing health law glitch to save $13b Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:08AMFixing a glitch in President Obama’s health care law would save taxpayers $13 billion without adding to the number of uninsured people, congressional budget referees say.
Study says waiting too long to get suspected cancerous moles checked out by your doctor could be the difference ... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:07AMBeen staring at that mysterious mole on your arm for a while? Showing it to a doctor could save your life, a study released Monday says.
Droves of Physicians Join Home Sleep Program to Treat Sleep Apnea Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:04AMAviisha’s MD Home Sleep Program continues its rapid growth as physicians and dentists join to diagnose and treat obstructive sleep apnea. (PRWeb July 19, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/7/prweb8647140.htm
Kool Smiles Expands Access in South Carolina Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:00AMKool Smiles, a leading dental health provider for children and adults, announced the opening of a new office in the K-Mart Plaza by Mills Avenue in Greenville. Â The company's second office in Greenville opened May 23, offering residents convenient new options for affordable dental care.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:00AMUnitedHealth Group today reported second quarter results, highlighted by continuing strong revenue growth from both its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses. Second quarter 2011 net earnings were $1.16 per share, and all key performance metrics were again in line with or better than Company expectations.
Monticello woman charged with felony DWI, endangering welfare of a child, after accident Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:47AMMONTICELLO – A Monticello woman has been charged with felony DWI and other charges after the car she was driving struck a 23-year-old woman who was walking her dog.
Religious Group Officially Files To Recall Mayor, Reps Byrd And Ortega Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:45PMEL PASO, Texas -- The religious group who fought to take away the health insurance of gay and unwed partners of city employees has officially notified the city they're going to attempt to recall Mayor John Cook and City Representatives Susie Byrd and Steve Ortega.
Family, friends to hold fundraiser for double lung transplant recipient Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:37PMBrandy Clark knew that she had her dad back when she lost track of him in the aisles while shopping at a Target store.
How to Find the Best Hospital Near You Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:36PMU.S. News offers hospital rankings for almost 100 of America's largest metropolitan areas.
Despite damage, flower shop open Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:30PMNASHUA – As Peter Collins worked in the heat Sunday to clean up a pile of bricks and debris in front of his family’s flower shop, he thought better than to complain. “I’m having a lousy Sunday, but the poor guy who did it is probably having a worse day than I am,” Collins thought. The poor guy Collins referred to is the still unidentified driver of a Nissan Maxima that plowed into Collins ...
Boat wreckage must be raised to get cause of fatal June explosion, report says Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:25PMAuthorities have not determined the cause of a June 30 boat explosion in the Intracoastal Waterway that killed a West Palm Beach man and critically injured another, according to a preliminary report released by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue.
Buddy-Ball opens inaugural season Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:18PMThe North Platte Telegraph North Platte Youth Baseball believes every child has the right to play, even with physical and mental challenges.
Rep. Levin expects Dems to win debt showdown Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:09PMHe says tea party wants to destroy sense of community
NFL Capsules: Club execs to be briefed Thursday if NFL deal OK'd Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:57PMThe NFL told club executives they could be schooled in the ins and outs of the new labor contract as early as Thursday, and the players’ association summoned its leadership for a potential vote — the strongest signs yet the lockout might be nearing an end.
Former Pickens Chief, City Reach Settlement Deal Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:38PMFormer Chief Tommy Ellenburg resigned after being suspended for using racial slurs.
Low-fee dental program will start Aug. 1 Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:34PMPeople who can't afford to go to a dentist soon will be able to get cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures and braces for a simple fee. Dental Access Lancaster County, or DALCO, kicks off Aug. 1 for low-income, uninsured patients who don't qualify for government programs. About 100 local dental ...
The doctors are in Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:47PMST. JOSEPH - There's new blood at Lakeland Regional Medical Center.
Wharton: What happened to my beloved country? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:45PMWharton: What happened to my beloved country? By Tom Wharton The Salt Lake Tribune Published Jul 18, 2011 11:29AM MDT The sun shimmered on the choppy waters of Lake Powell as I piloted a pontoon boat toward the marina during the Fourth of July weekend. We’d done our best to celebrate freedom as we barbecued burgers and hot dogs on the back of the boat, did some fishing, swam in the reservoir’s ...
Kids Safer with Grandparents Behind the Wheel Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:42PMKids are safer in car accidents when their grandparents drive than when their parents drive, a new study suggests.
Classes keep older drivers, fellow motorists safe (video) Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:41PMHATFIELD — Many of the students in a recent AAA Safe Driving for Mature Operators class earned their learner’s permit half a century or more ago.
Are Grandparents Safer Drivers Than Mom and Dad? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:34PMCHICAGO (AP) -- Kids may be safest in cars when grandma or grandpa are driving instead of mom or dad, according to study results that even made the researchers do a double-take.
Medtech asks Congress to repeal device tax Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:32PMMore than 350 companies signed on to a letter asking the U.S. Congress to repeal a planned 2.3 percent excise tax on medical devices set to take effect in 2013. View the full article HERE .
What Are The 20 Most Expensive Keyword Categories In Google AdWords? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:17PMGoogle makes a heck of a lot of money from online advertising. In fact, 97 percent of Google's revenue, which totaled $33.3 billion in the past twelve months, comes from advertising. WordStream , a venture capital-backed provider of hosted software that automates most of the manual work involved with creating and optimizing both paid and natural search engine marketing campaigns, has done some ...
Intellectual property gone mad - Sweeping patent changes aren't likely, but small solutions may curb patent trolls. Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:13PMPatent trolling could undermine app ecosystems, but who can mount a legitimate challenge? Here's four potential solutions.
Health Briefs: news from the community Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:08PMHealth Briefs: news from the community for July 19
Philippines: Geckos Are A No-Go For AIDS Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:03PMThe Philippines health department told people in the country that geckos, a traditional folk remedy, have no legitimate medical use. The lizards are an ingredient in some Asian alternative medicines, and gecko populations have come under pressure as a result of strong demand for the...
Smoking Quitline a victim of cuts Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:40AMThe state's hotline now serves only Medicaid patients and people whose insurance covers smoking cessation.
Central Jersey police blotter Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:39AMPOSSESSION OF FRAUDULENT GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS, 6:45 p.m. Monday.