Football Has Sharp Practice In Preparation For Saturday's Game At Western Carolina Oct 3, 2008
Samford University, Official Athletic Site. Freshman wide receiver Riley Hawkins leads the Southern Conference in kick return average. (Samfordsports.com)
Struggling to restore faith in the system Sep 17, 2008
In a longer perspective, the cause of the crisis is rampant risk-taking and sharp practice, made possible by insufficient regulation. That speculation, aided by the massive securitization of mortgages, led to the housing bubble, a bubble whose rising values made possible the private borrowing binge that boosted the economy through the mid-2000s. (Boston Globe)
Bruins have sharp practice Aug 27, 2008
Bruins have sharp practice. Rick Kimbrel BruinBlitz. (UCLA Sports -- Rivals.com)
Mom teaches children the ins and outs of being green Aug 8, 2008
PHOTO BY ERIN STANDEN/SPECIAL TO THE SUNAlexander (left) and Patrick Sharp practice recycling. Related Multimedia. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Cricket: Sport's potential for violence surfaces again May 2, 2008
The punishment suggests that the IPL authorities recognize fears that the scale of the rewards their league offers will lead to sharp practice and poor behavior. How far this is really so is unclear. (International Herald Tribune)
Ofgem inquiry into alleged mis-selling of contracts by npower Apr 23, 2008
The inquiry is the latest sign of a clampdown on sharp practice in the energy sector. Two weeks ago, Ofgem began an inquiry into alleged market abuse by ScottishPower and Scottish & Southern Energy. (Times Online)
There may be trouble ahead Apr 19, 2008
As well as tackling a raft of more mundane commercial sharp practice, these regulations will also replace the Fraudulent Mediums Act 1951. SPIRITUALISM Seven principles Practised since 19th Century Believe in god Believe contact with dead is possible Many mediums are not spiritualists. (BBC News -- UK)
Brookline psychoanalysis school puts students on both sides of the couch Mar 27, 2008
Dr. Jane Snyder, provost of the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis, leads a class, Friday March 14, 2008. By Jessica Scarpati/Staff writer. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Weak markets expose rogue traders Mar 24, 2008
In a rising market, there is less pressure on traders to resort to sharp practice, and less suspicion. As Warren Buffett, the legendary investor, once said: Its only when the tide goes out that you get to see whos been swimming with their trunks off. (FT.com -- Markets)
Reckitt faces inquiries over 'plan' to maintain Gaviscon's dominance Mar 9, 2008
It might be sharp practice and they may be sailing close to the wind, but that doesn t mean it s illegal. Before a rival company can create a generic drug, the British National Formulary must give it an official title. (Times Online)
The trillion dollar deficit Feb 6, 2008
Hillary Clinton, the front-runner, appears to have her husband's vice of sharp practice without his virtue of fiscal prudence. While she might save some money in Iraq she would spend all of it and more on social programs. (Asia Times Online)
Rules? What Rules? Dec 30, 2007
Of course, in politics, it's important to point out the difference between what is cheating and what is merely sharp practice. The campaign of Mitt Romney is a good object lesson in this regard. (Boston Globe)
Why Mosley is happy with last season Dec 22, 2007
And the vastly increased media coverage almost certainly outweighed the damage to the sport's reputation caused by accusations of sharp practice. "People are interested in the human aspect," Mosley continued, "and the whole human aspect of the Ferrari-McLaren thing fascinated a lot of people outside formula one. The publicity actually increases interest. So I don't think it does any harm to formula one as long as the sponsors and so on feel the sport is honestly run and honestly governed.". (Guardian Unlimited)
Labour's dangerous donor Dec 2, 2007
Cameron showed the dexterity which is delighting Tories when he was able to cope with a bit of sharp practice by Labour. At 11. (Guardian Unlimited)
FAU Tuesday Practice Report Sep 6, 2007
FAU QB Rusty Smith had a sharp practice on Tuesday in preparation for Saturday's game against Oklahoma State. HEADLINES. (Fausports.com)
Can we trust what we see on TV? Aug 4, 2007
Michael Grade, ITV s executive chairman (and erstwhile chairman of the BBC board of governors) was quick to say that ITV would brook no such deceit: he would display zero tolerance towards sharp practice among programme-makers. Grade s history as a programme-maker and broadcast executive gave his pronouncements real gravitas: they would have rung hollower from his predecessor, Charles Allen, who was always happier talking about cost-cutting than he was about the programmes. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Nigeria:Kerosine Explosions - Death Toll Rises to 17 Jul 30, 2007
Some motorists have complained about the sharp practice which officials of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) promised to look into by inviting men of the Directorate of Petroleum Resources (DPR) to enforce strict compliance and punish erring dealers. Senate consoles Delta. (allAfrica.com)
"The Beeb used to be an honoured and trusted member of the national family" Jul 19, 2007
It was systematic corner-cutting and sharp practice which even seeped into the World Service, the most trusted network of all time. It infected Blue Peter fined 50,000 for cheating young viewers. (The Sun Newspaper Online, UK -- News)
Carbon Offset Sector to Face a Glut of Rules Jul 2, 2007
They all want to clean up perceived sharp practice. "You need some credibility in the market, so things don't get out of control," said Andrei Marcu, president of the carbon market's trade body, the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA), which announces details of its code next month after an 18-month consultation. (Planet Ark, United States)
Breathing technique 'aids asthma' Jun 28, 2007
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Embryo decision 'common sense' Jun 28, 2007
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Melting moneyWhy these coins are worth 35 times more as razor blades Jun 27, 2007
Sharp practice of melting coins ... Sharp practice of melting coins. (BBC News)
Boy dies on school activity break Jun 27, 2007
" RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites MOST E-MAILED In Pictures: Flooding in Yorkshire Floods force thousands from homes Supercomputer steps up the pace New EU states attacked over graft 'I felt hunted and alone' - lawyer MOST READ Sharp practice of melting coins Indian soldiers 'paraded naked' Protests at Iran fuel rationing Bush in tribute to outgoing Blair Brown to become prime minister FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS. (BBC News -- UK)
Paper clips, sticky notes, stapler... Jun 27, 2007
" Feeling pious? What would you do when confronted by the following opportunities to indulge in a spot of low-level profiteering? 1. THE VAT DILEMMA VOTE What would you do with this offer? Pay in cash Pay by cheque but don't report him Tell the Vatman Results are indicative and may not reflect public opinion Jerry the Builder finishes off at your house. He's done a beautiful job of finishing off a loft conversion and the agreed price is 500. But he says he'll take cash to the tune of 470 as he... (BBC News -- UK)
Copyright pirates face crackdown Jun 27, 2007
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Tamil rebels launch naval attack Jun 27, 2007
There were 15 boats, including three suicide boats, off Delft island in Jaffna," said navy spokesman Commander DKP Dassanayake. "We have destroyed one boat," he said. Soldiers wounded Meanwhile, an army bus has been hit by a bomb blast in Colombo wounding four soldiers, one of whom later died in hospital. Three civilians were also injured, the military says. The government said the device was left on a motorcycle parked on the side of the road and blamed the Tamil Tigers. The rebels, who want a... (Yahoo News -- Sri Lanka)
Police evict Tamils from Colombo Jun 27, 2007
" SRI LANKA CRISIS BACKGROUND PROFILES HAVE YOUR SAY RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites MOST E-MAILED Bank tells woman 'you are dead' 'I felt hunted and alone' - lawyer Team makes Tunguska crater claim 'Find of century' for Egyptology Sharp practice of melting coins MOST READ Blair facing MPs for final time 'Find of century' for Egyptology Iran fuel rations spark violence Why is Tony Blair stepping down? Sharp practice of melting coins... (Yahoo News -- Sri Lanka)
'My Left Foot' typewriter on sale Jun 27, 2007
" The auction is due to take place at the St Stephen's Green auction rooms next Tuesday, 3 July. MOST E-MAILED In Pictures: Flooding in Yorkshire 'I felt hunted and alone' - lawyer 53m raid gang 'kidnapped child' Brown prepares to succeed Blair Youth stabbed to death in street MOST READ Sharp practice of melting coins Bush in tribute to outgoing Blair Indian soldiers 'paraded naked' Brown prepares to succeed Blair Protests at Iran fuel rationing FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Press sees Abbas summit comfort Jun 27, 2007
The Middle Eastern media view is that the Sharm el-Sheikh summit supported Mahmud Abbas in his stand-off with Hamas (BBC News -- Africa)
EC threat to BBC over downloads Jun 27, 2007
" However, the OSC argue that DRM-free downloads would be in the "public interest". "In an ideal world all DRM would be removed," said Mr Taylor. VIEW OF THE FUTURE CHANGING CHANNELS HAVE YOUR SAY RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites MOST E-MAILED 'I felt hunted and alone' - lawyer In Pictures: Flooding in Yorkshire Huge clear-up after floods chaos MOST READ Sharp practice of melting coins Indian soldiers 'paraded naked' Protests at Iran... (BBC News -- Technology)
Activist's anger over abduction Jun 27, 2007
" He says the men who abducted him were in plain clothes, and he is unsure about their identity. Mr Khawaja says he was held in at least five different jails so that his whereabouts could be kept uncertain. "They wanted to make me disappear, because the cause of the missing people had touched a raw nerve," he said. Eventually, after much pressure from the courts, he was released. Activists say abductions by the security agencies have become routine. Following news of his abduction, Human Rights... (BBC News -- South Asia)
Nepal monuments 'now safe' Jun 27, 2007
" The minister also said that the government would take fresh steps to improve and restore other world heritage sites. These include Lumbini - the birthplace of Buddha - in the south-west of Nepal and the Sagarmatha national park - famous for Mount Everest. Also of importance is the Chitwan National Park - famous for its endangered Royal Bengal tigers and one-horned rhinos. A Unesco official in Kathmandu said that the decision reflected "the collective hard work and joint efforts by the UN, the... (BBC News -- South Asia)
Plate aids diabetes weight loss Jun 27, 2007
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Whites jailed for S Africa murder Jun 27, 2007
"At one point Motawane had petrol poured over him. "There is evidence that when he was assaulted he was crying and screaming, but to no avail," the judge said. He said they had shown no remorse. After the assault, Motawane was taken to a police station where he was accused of robbery. A police officer said Broodryk and the others were advised to take him to a nearby hospital. Instead they drove him to his home, 35km away, where he was found dead the next morning. SOUTH AFRICA RAINBOW NATION... (BBC News -- Africa)
In picturesCambodia searches for survivors of missing tourist plane Jun 27, 2007
Sharp practice of melting coins. Protests at Iran fuel rationing. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Dow Jones insider trading probe puts Hong Kong in spotlight May 13, 2007
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Website reveals Brown and Cameron's shared Highland heritage Apr 14, 2007
The chances of historians unearthing some fearful feud over sharp practice or poor quality beasts brought to market were therefore dismissed by archivists as "close to nil". Nonetheless, the findings may give a small boost to Ukip or to New Labour plotters who still hope to find a credible alternative to the chancellor. (Guardian Unlimited)
Cameron: Tories are the party of social revival Mar 19, 2007
The spokesman added: "I don't think there is any doubt that this sort of thing is sharp practice. We need to have a good debate in this country and I think it's a shame that it is devalued by silly stories where people rummage through people's bins.". Also in this section. (Independent)
Cameron promises not to duck tough decisions Mar 19, 2007
A Sunday Mirror report on the contents of his rubbish , which found 30 items which should have been recycled, including non-biodegradable nappies used by his disabled son, Ivan, was "sharp practice". Mr Cameron hailed Lady Thatcher as a leader who "didn't spend her time in office like Tony Blair, fretting about her legacy" but instead "achieved more for this country in 10 weeks than he'll have achieved in 10 years". (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
'No evidence' of drug price fix claim Feb 8, 2007
Mr Abbott earlier said he would look into whether so-called "sharp practices" were occurring. "If there is sharp practice going on, I am most concerned and I will be looking into it because I don't want companies to engage in sharp practice at patients' expense," Mr Abbott told reporters in Canberra. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Abbott to probe generic drug withholding claims Feb 8, 2007
"If there is sharp practice going on, I am most concerned and I will be looking into it because I don't want companies to engage in sharp practice at patients' expense," he said. Labor's health spokeswoman Nicola Roxon says it is unacceptable. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Health)
Kenya: Pressure Mounts On Kibaki As Githongo Fights On Jan 22, 2007
Headlined 'The buck stops here', the FT story wondered: "Can anyone really be expected to clean up a country where sharp practice and high esteem seem so inextricably linked?". On Sunday, the stealth silence in Government corridors was shrilly broken by Government Spokesman Dr Alfred Mutua who promised a statement on Monday from Wako. (allAfrica.com)
Towson falls to G. Mason, drops to 2-3 in conference Jan 12, 2007
Thomas said it was a carryover from a sharp practice yesterday morning at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va. "We had a great shootaround, excellent deny defense, nobody missing layups," Thomas said. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Meyer: Gators Go Through "Sluggish" Practice Jan 4, 2007
com Managing EditorDate: Jan 3, 2007 SCOTTSDALE, AZ --- Urban Meyer didn't get the crisp, sharp practice that he was hoping to get out of the Florida Gators Wednesday afternoon as they began earnest preparations for the Tostitos National Championship Game against Ohio State (January 8, Fox TV). The Florida coach is hoping the Gators will be back to normal when they hit the practice field Thursday. (FightinGators.com)
The reform of bankruptcy law may have exchanged one excess for another Jan 3, 2007
It does not require more sharp practice that takes advantage of the law. ALSO IN THIS SECTION. (TimesOnline)
Petrino Meets with Reporters at Monday's FedEx Orange Bowl Press Conference Jan 2, 2007
"We've been trying to make sure that we don't leave it on the practice field so we've cut things back the last couple days. That is the one concern is the difference in the heat and the humidity. It reminds you a little bit about getting back to two a days, so I think, though, yesterday we had a real sharp practice. We looked fast again, and that was good to see.". "We're excited to get tomorrow here and get out on the field and have a great game.". (Uoflsports.com)
New Year's Day brings sharp practice session Jan 2, 2007
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