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Hannover trennt sich von Troest (Jan 31 2007 12:27 GMT) - Bundesligist Hannover 96 und Abwehrspieler Jonas Troest haben ihr Vertragsverhältnis aufgelöst. Der Däne war erst vor einem Jahr an die Leine gewechselt, absolvierte aber nur acht Bundesligaspiele für die "Roten". |
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Winter of Discontent (Jan 31 2007 12:27 GMT) - The Celtics losing streak hit a dirty dozen last night with a 103-96 loss to the Indiana Pacers at Conseco Fieldhouse. The Celtics made a late rally to close the game to within single digits, but it wasn't nearly enough.... |
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"Snow-jobs" at the White House, by Chip McLean (Jan 31 2007 12:24 GMT) - Undoubtedly, the White House was hoping this case would simply disappear. Instead of vanishing, however, the case of Border Patrol agents Compean and Ramos has gained more and more traction. Initially White House spokesman Tony Snow, by vehemently defending the prosecution of the case, was hoping to pull off an act of illusion that would have made David Copperfield proud. |
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Schalke macht Willi Landgraf zum Profi (Jan 31 2007 12:22 GMT) - Mit 38 Jahren unterschreibt Zweitliga-Rekordspieler Willi Landgraf seinen ersten Vertrag im Fußball-Oberhaus. Schalke 04 beruft ihn aus formalen Gründen in den Profikader, um zwölf Deutsche im Aufgebot zu haben. |
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An obituary for the floppy: RIP the 3.5 incher (Jan 31 2007 12:21 GMT) - Floppy disks were pocket-sized time-bombs in the 80s and 90s. We carried our data in their precarious bellies, dragging them like leaky buckets from one computer to another -- certain that every journey might be their last. It was a hopeless task. Why did we bother? We'd witness funeral after funeral, and the epitaphs were always the same: |
New Woodworking Products Rockler.com - 01/31/2007
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More Garden Woodwork in a Weekend Book (Jan 31 2007 12:20 GMT) - This inspirational and highly practical book provides a comprehensive guide for the DIY enthusiast looking for new and exciting woodwork ideas for the garden. Choose from 18 projects, including outdoor table and stool, four-tier corner plant stand, swing seat, garden bench, roofed garden table, tool store, and more. With full step-by-step instructions, cutting lists, clear three-dimensional diagrams and color photos. -> More Garden Woodwork in a Weekend Book - $22.99 |
New Woodworking Products Rockler.com - 01/31/2007
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The Wood Stash Project Book (Jan 31 2007 12:20 GMT) - Every woodworker has a pile of wood scraps, rips and cutoffs. Learn how to turn this perfectly good material into fun, finished pieces using carving, turning and your favorite hand-tooling techniques. With step-by-step photos and easy-to-follow instructions for 18 projects, ranging from kitchen utensils and small sculptures to jewelry, letter openers, boxes and more. -> The Wood Stash Project Book - $24.99 |
New Woodworking Products Rockler.com - 01/31/2007
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Figure Carving Scandinavian style with Harley Refsal DVD (Jan 31 2007 12:20 GMT) - If you are a master, a beginner, or interested in Scandinavian art, this DVD offers a lifetime of learning and inspiration. In his first-ever DVD on flat plane carving, Harley clearly explains every step of the process. Using only a single sharp knife and making polished cuts, he demonstrates the art of giving expression to every carved facet. It?s like having a class with Harley in your own home anytime you wish! |
New Woodworking Products Rockler.com - 01/31/2007
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Minwax® Paste Finishing Wax (Jan 31 2007 12:20 GMT) - Protects and adds lustre to any stained or finished wood surface. Works great on furniture, antiques, woodwork, cabinets, doors, paneling and accessories that do not need a hard, protective coat of polyurethane. -> Natural Minwax Paste Finishing Wax - $6.99 -> Dark Minwax Paste Finishing Wax - $6.99 |
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Eilat Bombing: The Aftermath (Jan 31 2007 12:19 GMT) - Eilat/Sinai border - photo by Phoebe while on the recent birthright israel/Jewlicious trip. Hash, Whores, Hamas and You. Two of the victims of the Eilat Suicide bombings, Emil Almaliakh (32) and Michael Ben-Sa’adon (27) were buried yesterday and a third, Israel Samolia (26) is going to be buried in Miami where his family lives. Despite assertions by [... |
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Twilight Zone Politics at the UN, by Carey Roberts (Jan 31 2007 12:18 GMT) - What happens when half-truths and outright dishonesty come to dominate the thinking of an entire organization? This is my observation of the current state of affairs at the United Nations, at least when it come to matters of sex. There, the mantras of "gender equality" and "female empowerment" have crowded out notions of what ordinary persons used to call "fairness" and "truth." |
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