Massachusetts Senate Candidates Have Final Debate (13)
A wild card in the debate was Joe Kennedy (who is not related to the Kennedy family). In a humorous moment, Kennedy said that when he called his father up and told him that he was running for Senate, his father's reply was "Oh no, I'm very proud of you." Kennedy said that neither candidate was willing to cut spending on both entitlements and wars, as he calls for. "Spending is something that's difficult to cut," he said. "It's difficult to look at people in the audience and say, 'You know what, we have to cut entitlement spending,' he said, also adding: "The reason nobody wants to talk about cutting entitlement spending is it costs them votes. But you know what, when you go out and s... 		Nervous bride-to-be lets fear block her happiness (12)
Any advice for a soon-to-be bride? I am getting married really soon, and instead of being happy, I find myself continually nervous. I've analyzed and analyzed, and I know I am making the right choice in marrying this person. However, I think the pit in my stomach is nerves. Nerves over actually completely letting myself love someone, the threat of losing myself if I do let myself love, the fear of losing my established identity because I got married, and the fear of heartbreak due to unexpected death or illness or some other catastrophic circumstance. How can I let these fears go? Anxious bride All these fears you list are making you really unhappy. 		Acton-Boxborough schools harness solar energy (11)
Head said that through this agreement, solar energy costs 8 cents per kilowatt-hour, as opposed to 19 cents for regular electricity. While regular energy prices are expected to rise, the solar energy rate will remain stable throughout the length of the contract. Projections yield an average savings of $25,000 per year over a 25-year period factoring in the estimated energy cost hikes, Head said. The solar energy installation is funded through stimulus money from the state called the Commonwealth Solar Program, so the schools pay nothing for the equipment, he said. The panels all face south to soak in the maximum sunlight. They work by taking direct current (DC) power fro...
Why blue-staters feel blue (11)
And the happiest states? Drum roll, please: Louisiana, Hawaii, Florida, Tennessee and Arizona. Eight of the 10 happiest states lean right while eight of the 10 unhappiest tilt left. While the study by no means proves that being liberal makes people unhappy, it does reflect some of the unfortunate implications of living in a blue state. A note on the study. Using data from the 2005-08 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System and a 2003 economics paper examining quality-of-life indicators, economists regressed the subjective measure of well-being (how people rate their satisfaction) against the objective measure (states' quality-of-life rankings based on compensating di... 		"The Psychic Vortex" (11)
And Sheldon entering the party carrying a Green Lantern lantern and eventually intoning the Green Lantern oath? Just about perfect. But, even more than that, I liked the way that this storyline let Raj be naive and sweet without being a complete idiot. The character sometimes feels a little too desperate, as though you can feel the flop sweat coming off of him from behind the TV screen. I suppose some find this endearing - and, indeed, the way the character is played is very endearing - but I often end up feeling a little sorry for the poor guy, wondering why the series seems intent on keeping him from anything approaching bliss. Well, Raj got to score tonight, and he got to score wit... 		The Baddest of the Bash Brothers (6)
Jose Canseco was the one who the media mocked with his fast cars, the dating Madonna and the overall "bad boy" of the boys in this famous poster which I can ...
Fringe Season 2 Episode 11 Is Unearthed (6)
First, a backgrounder: the first season of Fringe was supposed to have 22 episodes, but they only aired 20 of them. I'm not really sure whether those two ... 		Television Reviews and News (5)
They advertised a new episode of Fringe on a night that it is not usually on. Fringe fans all sit down to watch the show and soon see Charlie (Kirk Acevado) ... 		Extract (Blu-ray) (5)
Starring Jason Bateman, Mila Kunis, JK Simmons and Ben Afleck. I thought this movie was good, but I didn't like it as much as Office Space, or Idiocracy. ...
AOC debuts new LED monitor, HDTV (4)
While it lacked a DVI input and ergonomic features, I gave it points for its good performance, thin design, and useful extras. It's too early to say whether ... 		McGwire's 'swing was designed for home runs' (3)
By Ronald C. Modra, Getty Images By Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY Mark McGwire, calling the use of steroids and human-growth hormone the most "regrettable ... 		Fans react to Simon Cowell leaving 'American Idol' on Twitter, Web; conspiracy theories abound (3)
"simon cowell leaving american idol wow this should be the last season," wrote LONDIE032, while jo420 Tweeted "just voted "No" on "Will you watch American ...
‘Ghost Rider 2′ Producer Says David Goyer Could Direct, Reveals ‘Spirit Of Vengeance- Title (2)
Previous comments from "Ghost Rider" star Nicolas Cage and the sequel's screenwriter David Goyer have shed some light on where the franchise is heading for ... 		Literary Guide (2)
"Being True to Life: Poetic Paths to Personal Growth." 2 pm Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. (415) 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com. ... 		Chicago Cubs Insist Andre Dawson Be Honored As A Cub.....Or Else..... (2)
Especially when the same organization retired Greg Maddux's number not even a year after the "Mad Dog" retired. Greg Maddux is not eligible for the hall of ...
Is it Tech-s turn to lose a candidate (Groh to Dolphins)? (2)
In timing too perfect to ignore, the Miami Dolphins have fired their defensive coordinator, Paul Pasqualoni. The Dolphins' vice president of operations is ... 		PBS's American Masters show, 'Sam Cooke (2)
DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT DOCUMENTARY: Director John Antonelli should have focused more on Sam Cooke's music. (Bob Sandberg/pbs) By Hank Stuever It is 1959-ish ... 		Fantasia Reality Show Premieres on Monday (2)
CHARLOTTE, NC (AP) - Fantasia Barrino talks about how she got sidetracked financially in the first episode of a VH1 reality series about the "American Idol" ...
Leading climate scientist challenges Mail on Sunday's use of his research (1)
Mojib Latif, a climate expert at the Leibniz Institute at Kiel University in Germany, said he "cannot understand" reports that used his research to question ... 		The Happy Hunting Ground (1)
"In Texas especially, it's like there is kind of a bubble over the hunting industry that seems to protect it," said David Sams, a celebrated outdoor ... 		Student of the week (1)
"Anne Frank Remembered" by Miep Gies. Whom do you admire most? "Anne Frank, because I really enjoy her writing, her strength, insight and perseverance at ...
News Journalist Jacque Reid To Co-Star In 'Let's Talk About Pep' (1)
... 'Let's Talk About Pep' finds Reid discussing the idea of having a child before marriage with her friend unky 'Why Did I Get Married' star Lamman Rucker. ... 		Two Argus Bean Sprout Carabiner Camera – SoftSailor (1)
Let's see what today's Woot will do to improve your every day life: this is the Argus Bean Sprout Carabiner Camera and because it's Tuesday, Woot will send ... 		Children's Book Reviews (1)
Boys, Girls, and Other Hazardous Materials Rosalind Wiseman. Putnam, $17.99 (288p) ISBN 978-0-399-24796-5 Wiseman's (Queen Bees & Wannabees) by-the-numbers ...
Introducing Cymphonique, Your Next Teen Star (1)
There's an ugly rumor going around that NBC is looking to replace Conan O'Brien since the Tonight Show ratings have taken a nose dive since Jay Leno left. ...
Sarah Palin, Fox News, and John Cusack. (10)

Well, it there was any doubt (and was there any?) that Fox News is the reposity of Satan's minions, we have the announcement that Sarah Palin has inked a deal to be a "commentator" for Fox News. Now I thought that everyone on Fox, including the news anchors and reporters, were commentators. Which means we could have Palin masquerading as a commentator masquerading as a journalist interviewing Vladimir Putin. Wonder if she will ask him to rear his head? The timing of Fox's announcement, coming on the heels of revelations from the McCain campaign contradicting Palin's statements made in "Going Rogue," is priceless. And the John Cusack reference? Well, John Cusack s...
Governor Douglas Proclaims January as Learn a Snow Sport Month in Vermont (10)

as Learn a Snow Sport Month, endorsing Vermont ski resorts as learning destinations for Vermonters and all winter visitors to the Green Mountain State. Vermont ski areas are offering learning programs during January 2010 to make it easy for children and adults to learn alpine skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Learn a Snow Sport Month is a community outreach initiative organized by Winter Feels Good including 32 participating states, regional and local associations in the snow sports industry. The Governor's proclamation details that Vermont is known as the country's original ski state, boasting the nation's first rope tow in 1934 and that...
Martha Coakley & Scott Brown Engages In Final Debate Before Election (10)

Boston, Jan 12, (THAINDIAN NEWS) As the day of the Massachusetts election to fill the Senate seat of late Senator Edward Moore Ted Kennedy is coming closer, the candidates, who have been nominated for the race are taking some concrete initiatives. Last night, Republican candidate Scott Brown and Democrat candidate Martha Coakley met for their final televised debate before the election and focused on several important issues of the present days. It has been reported that health care, abortion and war on terror formed some of the important topics of the debate. Reports indicated that Massachusetts election, scheduled on January 19, would be a tight race for both the candidates. The Mass...
Colt McCoy and Girlfriend Rachel Glandorf Engaged (10)

Texas QB Colt McCoy is engaged to longtime girlfriend Rachel Glandorf. The Colt McCoy popped the question Monday night at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Monday night. In a scene out of Friday Night Lights, McCoy arranged to have the message, "Will You Marry Me?" posted on the scoreboard. McCoy then got down on one knee and popped the question.For many Texas fans, it may not come as a surprise that Colt McCoy and Rachel Glandorf are engaged. The couple have been together for much of their college lives. So who is Rachel Glandorf? The statuesque 6'0" blonde studied at Baylor University and also competed on the schools track team. Rachel has also wo...
Content / New & Noteworthy / White House Awards Manufacturing Tax Credits To Clean Energy Projects (0)

... and allow the smart grid to be the platform for our sustainable energy future," commented GridWise Alliance President Katherine Hamilton in a statement.
Pete Carroll press conference (0)

During the Pete Carroll press conference he didnt' speak much about his plans for the Seahawks, in terms of who he might bring along from USC to work with ...