- Police to question LOreal heiress Jul 26, 2010
French press reports on Saturday pointed to circumstantial evidence that appeared to corroborate claims by the Bettencourts former accountant Claire Thibout that the billionairess was making illegal cash payments to politicians. Entries in the diaries of both Thibout and of Bettencourts current financial adviser, Patrice de Maistre, appear to suggest that de Maistre had a January 2007 meeting with Woerth. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
DI Reveals Why Police Erred on Joy Fm Source Case Jul 23, 2010
Based on the circumstantial evidence available, the Police ought not have focused their investigation narrowly on finding Joy FM at fault ... Are the Police saying there were no highlights of circumstantial evidence to support the story for them to resort to this extreme prosecutorial measure ... We believe there is enough circumstantial evidence available for the police to throw their searchlights farther beyond the studios of Multimedia and its employees. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Opinion: A-Rods HR march is nothing but a fraud Jul 22, 2010
But at least with Bonds there was always a shred of deniability about steroids to hang onto even if the circumstantial evidence pointed to something else. With A-Rod, there is no guessing. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Leafroll: A quiet threat in the vineyard Jul 19, 2010
Research in this area has been poorly funded, even though circumstantial evidence shows that organically farmed environments might have natural predators for the mealy bug. "We don't see the problem in our organic vineyards as we do in our conventional," says Jackson, who farms using a variety of protocols. (San Francisco Chronicle)
WWI soldier finally buried at Arlington Jul 13, 2010
Scientists used dental comparisons as well as other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence in the identification of the remains. The tedious search by genealogists for relatives of unaccounted fallen soldiers is only part of the work done by an arm of the U.S. Defense Department led by the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office. (CNN)
90 years after his death, remains of World War I soldier found Jul 12, 2010
Scientists from the JPAC laboratory used dental comparisons as wells as other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence in the identification of the remains. The tedious search by genealogists for relatives of unaccounted fallen soldiers is only part of the work done by an arm of the U.S. Defense Department led by the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office. (CNN -- US)
Sunday conversation with ... Joe Barry Carroll, former NBA center Jul 4, 2010
While U.S. Magistrate Janet King found there was no direct evidence of racial discrimination, she did find enough circumstantial evidence to let a jury decide whether racial animosity was the Tavern s motivation to remove Carroll and Shaw the only two black people in the restaurant, Carroll says from the premises. Back in 2008, restaurant owner Greg Greenbaum said, I don t feel we ve done anything wrong. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Remains of 7 WWII servicemen identified Jul 3, 2010
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used mitochondrial DNA which matched that of some of the crewmembers' families as well as dental comparisons in the identification of the remains ... Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used mitochondrial DNA which matched that of some of... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Ongoing Pregnancy Rates from Vitrified Eggs as Good as Those from Fresh, Study Shows Jul 2, 2010
"Because we were able to show that there were no differences between the two groups before embryo implantation," said Dr. Cobo, "we can be certain that the on-going pregnancy rates in both groups were not influenced by any factor other than the method of oocyte preservation. Although there has been considerable circumstantial evidence that cryopreservation by the vitrification method produces results as good as those with freshly-harvested oocytes, until this trial there was still a lack of... (Science Daily)
Remains From Korean War Identified Jun 30, 2010
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, JPAC scientists used dental comparisons in the identification of Langwells remains. With Langwells accounting, 8,025 service members still remain missing from the Korean War. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
World War I Marine's Remains Identified Jun 23, 2010
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC laboratory also used dental comparisons in the identification of the remains. For additional information on the Defense Departments mission to account for missing Americans, visit the DPMO Web site at or call 703-699-1169. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Fallen Airmen Buried After 38 Years Jun 19, 2010
The scientists used identification tools, circumstantial evidence and DNA tests to match the crewmembers remains with their families, Greer said. Scientists also used dental comparisons to identify remains. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Discuss game with Schultz Jun 18, 2010
Steve I really hate throwing suspicions of PEDs out there if there s not at least strong circumstantial evidence to back it up (see: Clemens, Bonds, McGwire, etc. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Full 11th Circuit Wrestles With Home Depot Sex Harassment Suit Jun 16, 2010
Judge Gerald B. Tjoflat appeared to side with Marcus when he told Kinnaird that the Home Depot lawyer's reasoning resembled an argument that would be made by a criminal defense lawyer who is trying to "explode" the circumstantial evidence presented against his client. That approach can't be used in the Home Depot case, Tjoflat said, because "you've got to tie them all together," referring to the entirety of Cavaluzzi's remarks and actions. (Law.com)
MIA Command Identifies Missing WWII Sailor Jun 15, 2010
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used dental comparisons and mitochondrial DNA which matched that of his sister and nieces -- in the identification of Lehmans remains. . (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Lose Your Teeth, Lose Your Mind? Jun 8, 2010
Theres a lot of circumstantial evidence that inflammation raises your risk of cognitive decline, and it could be that gum inflammation is one of the sources. . (Newsmax)
A parting salvo in the Philippines Jun 4, 2010
In his 2007 report, Philip Alston, the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions wrote that "The central purpose of IALAG is to prosecute and punish members of the CPP and its purported front groups whenever there is any legal basis for doing so. I received no evidence that it was designed or generally functions to plan extrajudicial executions. However, IALAG's proactive legal strategy requires drawing up lists of individuals who are considered enemies of the state... (Asia Times Online)
Artifacts suggest Earharts final days a struggle Jun 4, 2010
During the previous campaigns, the group uncovered a number of artifacts which, combined with archival research, provide strong circumstantial evidence for a castaway presence. The ongoing excavation is now focusing on the island's remote southeast end, in an area called the Seven Site. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Pilot Missing From Vietnam War Identified Jun 4, 2010
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used mitochondrial DNA which matched that of Perrines mother in the identification of his remains. No remains connected to Backus were recovered at the locations. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Jindal and the right on oil spill: Shill, baby, shill! Jun 4, 2010
" The latest attempt to control the spill was considered risky because slicing away a section of the 20-inch-wide riser removed a kink in the pipe, and that could temporarily increase the flow of oil by as much as 20 percent. But once the cut was completed, Allen said it was not immediately clear whether the flow had increased. President Barack Obama will return to the Louisiana coast Friday to assess the latest efforts, his third trip to the region since the disaster unfolded April 20 with an... (Salon)
Oil Plumes Grow — as the Fishing Zones Shrink Jun 3, 2010
Lubchenco has called the University of Georgia findings "circumstantial evidence." She made her comments to the press from the launch of the NOAA research ship Thomas Jefferson, which left Wednesday on a 10-day trip to the site of the oil spill, where it will investigate the matter of underwater oil, among other questions. That means official government corroboration of what so many other researchers are finding not to mention official government action is at least that far away. (Time.com)
Ex-NBA star can sue Phipps eatery Jun 2, 2010
But she did find enough circumstantial evidence to let a jury decide whether racial animosity was the Tavern's motivation to remove Carroll and Shaw from the restaurant. King cited testimony by a former employee who said she had been told by management that the Tavern's desired clientele for the bar were white businessmen and buxom, blonde women. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Simpson Park Camp works on renovations for historic structures May 14, 2010
Gibson said there also appears to be circumstantial evidence that suggests the Starkweather farm may have been a part of the Underground Railroad. The renovations began amidst the park's plans to improve and upgrade the amenities that are already provided by the park, including the construction of a new pavilion which is the first new building built on the property in 40 years. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Pyongyang Crosses Seoul's "Line in the Sand" May 12, 2010
While South Korean authorities have been tight-lipped about technical evidence collected, ample circumstantial evidence exists. First, Pyongyang has a long track record of committing unprovoked acts of aggression against the South over the past several decades. (Human Events Online)
Ready to blow? May 11, 2010
" But it remains a case of watch, wait and look for signs of activity, because it is almost impossible to draw clear conclusions from the historical record, which is simply too short. While both volcanoes have been repeatedly erupting for hundreds of thousands of years, the earliest eruptions on scientists' records occurred less than 2,000 years ago. "We haven't established any physical link [between the volcanoes] - we only have this circumstantial evidence," says Professor Gudmundsson. "And we... (BBC News -- Science)
Graham's vigil near the Pentagon May 10, 2010
Instead, she sought out spiritual virtuosos (people who practice prayer, religiously), as well as neurologists, geneticists, physicists and medical researchers who are using the newest tools of science to discern the circumstantial evidence of God. Her research led to some startling conclusions that have caused no small amount of Sturm und Drang among those who believe theirs is the one true way. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Has The Vatican Forgotten Us Amidst The Spate of Global Pastoral Ineptitudes? May 8, 2010
With the growing loudness of the silent gossips about the two, the Pastor and my friends girlfriend, my friend concluded that the circumstantial evidence of the girls infidelity was too large to be ignored and decided to gradually wean off his attraction for the Nurse by seeing her less often. But with the mounting gossips, my friend opted for finding concrete evidence with which to shorten his ordeal. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
S. Korea paper blames North in sinking May 8, 2010
South Korean and US investigators have collected three pieces of definitive circumstantial evidence using satellite images and reconnaissance aircraft, Chosun reported, citing South Korean officials it didn t identify. South Korea also tracked a North Korean submarine that probably fired on the 1,200-ton Cheonan on March 26, the Korean-language report said. (Boston Globe)
South Korea Concludes North Korea Sank Its Warship, Chosun Ilbo Reports May 8, 2010
Circumstantial Evidence. South Korean and U.S. investigators have collected three pieces of definitive circumstantial evidence using satellite images and reconnaissance aircraft, Chosun reported, citing South Korean officials it didnt identify. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Pyongyang sees US role in Cheonan sinking May 5, 2010
Revealing circumstantial evidence Is it possible that North Korea carried out the daring act of torpedoing a South Korean corvette participating in a US-South Korean war exercise. The answer is a categorical no. The circumstantial evidence is quite revealing, showing who is the more likely culprit. (Asia Times Online)
CEO meeting should look back to go forward May 3, 2010
The development follows a report in Saturday's Herald that letters of the formal bid documents were part of the circumstantial evidence compiled by Schubert in the case against the Storm. Some of the letters of offer date back to 2006, the first of four consecutive seasons the Storm featured in the NRL grand final. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Seoul searching Apr 30, 2010
The torpedo theory is given added weight by the circumstantial evidence - the fact that the sinking took place in disputed waters close to North Korea, where the two navies have clashed a number of times. What is missing, at least from what we have been told so far by the investigation team, is conclusive proof - a fragment of a North Korean weapon - that would show beyond doubt what sunk the ship. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Doctor seeks to unravel mystery of the yawn Apr 29, 2010
A Dutch researcher has also suggested a link between yawning and sexuality in humans, based on circumstantial evidence such as representations of yawning in literature and the visual arts. Popular imagery, for example, frequently shows a gaping mouth, stretching and thrusting out of the chest as an erotic posture in women, supporting the idea that yawning has a sexual side and could indeed be an invitation to sex. (MSNBC -- Health)
Top-ups leave a million-dollar dilemma Apr 26, 2010
Earlier last week we sought a QC's advice, in his words we had a strong inferential case, a strong circumstantial evidence, but we needed to call for information. We wrote a letter on Wednesday, that was settled by the lawyers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
As Cybercrime Rises, 'Good Guys' Fight Back Apr 24, 2010
As with the GhostNet report, this one carefully steers clear of accusing the Chinese government of conducting cyber espionage despite circumstantial evidence pointing in that direction. Much of the activity, the report stresses, could as easily involve citizen hackers, individuals loyal to the Chinese government spying on their own time, or intelligence-for-sale operations that dig for information someone might want to buy. (eSecurityPlanet)
A Russian-Uzbek challenge to the US Apr 23, 2010
They highlight circumstantial evidence questioning the nature of the revolt in Bishkek. Meanwhile, the influential think-tank Stratfor has rushed the interpretation alleging a Russian hand. (Asia Times Online)
Police: No evidence yet that beating of Jindal aide was political Apr 17, 2010
But it's been my observation that when all the circumstantial evidence points to a single conclusion, it very frequently turns out to be wrong. BY allen on 04/16/2010 at 21:47BY Pete on 04/16/2010 at 22:10This article is a total lie. (TheHill.com)
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NASA / JPL / Space Science Inst. Both the Voyagers (in 1980-81) and more recently the Cassini orbiter have recorded circumstantial evidence for Saturnian lightning. The ringed planet has a dynamic cloud band near 30. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Victim recalls Jackpot Bingo robbery Apr 9, 2010
Roanoke Rapids Police, citing physical and circumstantial evidence as well as eyewitness accounts, have determined the man responsible for this robbery is Nicholas Pierre Clark, a man with an extensive criminal history who they now believe committed an armed holdup of the Carolina Cyber Cafe II, in Roanoke Rapids, in late February and robbed a person on Fourth Avenue near Collins Avenue. Clark s criminal career came to a close when he robbed the First Citizens Bank, in Roanoke Rapids, on March... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Aligarh gay prof found dead, may have killed self Apr 8, 2010
Since the room was locked from inside and the body was found on the bed, with some newspaper clippings lying besides it (not related to his case), the circumstantial evidence was hardly enough to zero in on the cause of death, police said. Not much is known about Siras's family though police were trying to confirm reports that he and his wife had legally separated more than a decade ago. (India Times, India)
A revealing look at Twain’s last years of dark self-absorption Apr 4, 2010
Shortly thereafter, Twain s daughter Clara used circumstantial evidence to convince her father that Lyon was siphoning money from the family. Though Lyon was soon out of Twain s life, she wasn t out of his thoughts. (Boston Globe)
Calif. Federal Judge Rules Against Government on Warrantless Wiretaps Apr 1, 2010
Walker's grant of standing to Al-Haramain based on nonclassified, circumstantial evidence is unusual, Chesney said, but not unprecedented. In the 1970s, a court made a similar determination on behalf of Dr. Benjamin Spock, the baby guru who also engaged in anti-government protest. (Law.com)
IRAN IS 'PLANNING NEW ATOMIC SITES'... Mar 28, 2010
The most compelling circumstantial evidence, people familiar with the inspectors view say, is that while Iran appears to be making new equipment to enrich uranium, that equipment is not showing up in the main plant that inspectors visit regularly. Nor is it at the Natanz site in the desert, or the new facility at Qum, which inspectors now visit periodically. (The Drudge Report)
REPORT: Smoking bans protect nonsmokers' hearts Mar 25, 2010
It also cited "compelling" if circumstantial evidence that even less than an hour's exposure might be enough to push someone already at risk of a heart attack over the edge. That is because within minutes, the smoke's pollution-like small particles and other substances can start constricting blood vessels and increasing blood's propensity to clot key heart attack factors. (USA Today -- News)
King: GOP Can't Give Up on Healthcare Vote Mar 17, 2010
He looks to the near future to provide circumstantial evidence of some of the under-the-table deals with lawmakers. When we see the next appropriations and how they were distributed among the districts, then maybe the press will see what kinds of deals were made. (Newsmax)
Biography dishes on the life and death of Tammy Wynette Mar 16, 2010
According to McDonough, Wynette may have died of an accidental overdose, but he supports this claim mostly with circumstantial evidence and innuendo. She was hooked on painkillers, which she took for various maladies, supplied by Richey and her doctor Wallis Marsh. (Boston Globe)
6Teacher Mauled to Death by Wolves in Alaska» Mar 13, 2010
Troopers have plenty of circumstantial evidence leading them to point the finger at wolves. "There were wolf tracks all around the body, and drag marks associated with those wolf tracks," Holloway said. (Fox News)
Chris Byron, judge for state Superior Court Mar 13, 2010
To explain the concept of circumstantial evidence, he described finding a piece of cake missing and discovering his daughter Christina with chocolate on her face. He loved an argument, said Christina, who lives in San Francisco. (Boston Globe)
Tiger Woods Hires Ari Fleischer for Comeback Bid Mar 12, 2010
Another source told The Post, I would be shocked if he didn t play the Arnold Palmer" tournament at Bay Hill. Meanwhile, golf icon Arnold Palmer reportedly has confided that Woods will play at Bay Hill. A final piece of circumstantial evidence is found in the fact that the Palmer tournament officials reportedlyare ramping up for a major media blitz. Meanwhile, Mark O Meara, Woods longtime friend and neighbor, told Golf Channel that he was looking to see Woods make his return at the Tavistock Cup... (Newsmax)
Unequal pay rates cause stir Mar 9, 2010
While all officials at the BOE have declined to say that Cheddie did anything categorically wrong, Mendolia said the behavior is part of a pattern of circumstantial evidence pointing to Cheddie s party disloyalty during her time at the BOE.. Martin s predecessor at the board in 2008, David Cohen, stated in his resignation from his post that Cheddie was one of the main factors for his leaving saying, Unfortunately, I am unable to work with a Deputy who, while being a very capable individual, is... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Nigeria: Extradition - I Can't Be Intimidated, Says Ibori Mar 7, 2010
He wondered how the Nigerian Tribune "and the sponsors of that hatchet story" would get the UK authorities to request anyone's extradition on a case being prosecuted on circumstantial evidence - involving asking a suspect to explain the source of the money he used for certain purchases. "That is exactly what the 2008 R v Anwoir case implies; about a man in whose briefcase was found $1 million as he entered the UK - and he could not explain its source. "The UK prosecution argued that since he was... (allAfrica.com)
Another View: What H1N1 taught us Mar 5, 2010
Circumstantial evidence points to a giant, high-density pig farm in the small (3,000 people) town of La Gloria, in Veracruz, Mexico, where, according to an Associated Press report, about 450 people were diagnosed in late March with acute respiratory infections. There too the pandemic's "index case" -- Edgar Hernandez, a 5-year-old who first tested positive for H1N1 -- was identified. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Saints Super Bowl victory due in part to fans strict avoidance Mar 1, 2010
This jinx is not a scientifically proven fact, but the circumstantial evidence is substantial. Michelle and I are glad to be of service to the Saints and their fans and avoid watching the games. (New Iberia, LA)
N.Korea may return to talks in March or April Feb 28, 2010
"Our judgement is based on circumstantial evidence surrounding recent contacts between North Korea and China.". China hosts the six-party talks and is the communist North's only major ally. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Massive Planet Torn Apart by Its Own Tides Feb 25, 2010
" The material that is stripped off WASP-12b does not directly fall onto the parent star. Instead, it forms a disk around the star and slowly spirals inwards. A careful analysis of the orbital motion of WASP-12b suggests circumstantial evidence of the gravitational force of a second, lower-mass planet in the disk. This planet is most likely a massive version of the Earth -- a so-called "super-Earth. " The disk of planetary material and the embedded super-Earth are detectable with currently... (Science Daily)
Cards' Leinart: 'I'm ready to play' Feb 25, 2010
" Leinart is a polarizing figure to fans. Some are willing to give him a chance. Others don't think he will ever succeed. Both factions can find circumstantial evidence to back their claims. In his only start in 2009, Leinart played well, and the Cardinals would have won had the defense not let the Titans drive 99 yards for a touchdown in the closing minutes. "It's unfortunate we didn't win that game," Whisenhunt said, "because a lot of questions would have been answered about him. " In relief... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Iran nuclear problem hurtling towards the precipice Feb 24, 2010
Teheran is betting that no country is crazy enough to go to war over interpretative or circumstantial evidence and occasional needling from Israel. Next, as Irans internal political ferment develops, there were Western hopes that there might yet be peaceful regime change from within. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Malema rejects 'lies' about lifestyle Feb 23, 2010
It is quite clear to me that the circumstantial evidence alone, which is so apparent to all and sundry, including your friends, will place you in serious need of help. However, unfortunately, I cannot imagine any honest person standing by you; this for fear of being automatically branded as dishonest. (Business Report, South Africa)
Canine may be Wyomings first arson dog Feb 23, 2010
Its hard to prove arson its all circumstantial evidence, so we use the dog as a tool to collect solid evidence to send to the lab, he said. She really cuts down on investigation time. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Victims ID'd in deadly plane crash in southern Illinois Feb 23, 2010
So, both men are only tentatively identified based on circumstantial evidence. A final identification will take place after full scientific review, Stone said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Violent ways Feb 21, 2010
But there is circumstantial evidence that he was. Bloody hands. (BBC News -- Africa)
Colonial American Terms and Lyrics Feb 20, 2010
Although there is circumstantial evidence that the club never actually existed, the term maccaronies, at least according to Norton, referred to practitioners of sodomy. Later editions of the song, traced to Lexington and Concord, do not contain these verses. (Suite101.com)
New 9/11 Attack Aerial Photos Released Feb 12, 2010
Have you heard of circumstantial evidence. There clearly were too many coincidences that occurred, a clear and obvious coverup and a stalled and fraudulent investigation. (CBS News)
Malaysia prosecutors say Anwar's semen found in tests on accuser Feb 3, 2010
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Windows pirates encouraged to install security patches Feb 2, 2010
Ragan's bottom line: there's more circumstantial evidence pointing to a by profit-minded data thieves, thanto a Chinese-government-backed operation. Either way, it is more important than ever for all PC users, including Windows pirates, to stay current on theirsecurity patches, security expertssay. (USA Today -- Tech)
