Mika shall inherit the earth Oct 12, 2009
Mika shall inherit the earth. Mika shall inherit the earth. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Science: Videocam tracks albatross Oct 8, 2009
Albatross snags scraps from killer whale - LiveScience- msnbc ... Albatross snags scraps from killer whale ... National Institute of Polar Research, JapanA killer whale breaks the ocean surface (see dorsal fin) as four black-browed albatross (one of which has a mini camera attached to its back and therefore isn't shown). (MSNBC -- Environment)
Albatross Camera Reveals Fascinating Feeding Interaction With Killer Whale Oct 8, 2009
7, 2009) Scientists from British Antarctic Survey, National Institute of Polar Research, Tokyo, and Hokkaido University, Japan, have recorded the first observations of how albatrosses feed alongside marine mammals at sea ... A miniature digital camera was attached to the backs of four black-browed albatrosses (Thalassarche melanophrys) breeding at colonies on Bird Island, South Georgia in the Southern Ocean ... The amazing pictures reveal albatrosses foraging in groups while at sea collecting... (Science Daily)
Albatross cam for bird's eye view Oct 7, 2009
Small cameras strapped to four albatrosses in the southern Atlantic Ocean have shed light on the birds' feeding patterns ... The albatrosses were also seen to hunt alongside killer whales, an approach likely adopted because the whales drive prey fish toward the surface ... Four black-browed albatrosses(Thalassarche melanophyrs) from the aptly-named Bird Island off the coast of South Georgia island were fitted with digital cameras about the size of a lipstick. (BBC News)
Circus in town Oct 5, 2009
Expect to see Nudge Nudge Spanish Inquisition, Parrot and Albatross ... Expect to see Nudge Nudge Spanish Inquisition, Parrot and Albatross. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Development is Fennoy's top priority Oct 4, 2009
"It may be an albatross in some parts of the community," he said, "but not in the vast majority of the community.". Laid-back and plain-spoken, Mr. Fennoy had no qualms about describing his relationship with convicted former state Sen. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Will LSU unleash Shepard? Can Nesbitt take the pounding again? Oct 2, 2009
MSU s problem is the same as UNC poor QB play is their albatross. Satan will not allow Bama to have a let down against Kentucky. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Without Bush, media lose interest in war caskets... Sep 30, 2009
The albatross is now festooned upon Obama, and the press ignores it. Bertag. (The Drudge Report)
Deal with it, liberals Sep 26, 2009
If the majority of Democrats vote for that type of "compromise" and President Obama signs it then it'll be an albatross around the party's neck for years. Deservedly so too. (Salon)
Falcons are legit? Sep 15, 2009
I go back to 77 and the Grits Blitz, and that notorious record we hold has been an albatross around our neck for far too long. One thing I remember clearly is Coach Jim Mora, sitting at 5-2 in 2005, saying consecutive winning seasons meant nothing to him Then he went out and proved it. This is the year or else. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Sex Talk Revelations Of The Lonely Y Chromosome: Communication Between Male And Female Occurs In Our Innermost Beings Sep 15, 2009
14, 2009) New findings from the University of Leicester Department of Genetics reveal for the first time that the male and female do truly communicate at least at the fundamental genetic level. The research counters scientific theory that the X and Y chromosomes -- that define the sexes -- did not communicate at all. (Science Daily)
Baker-Finch finds slice of history at baggage claim Sep 13, 2009
Just how rare are albatrosses on the US Tour ... Well, Sendo's albatross was the third on the US PGA Tour this year and the 100th on the tour since records began in 1970. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Deadly Bacteria Skews Sex Ratio In Butterflies Sep 11, 2009
A Boy For Every Girl. Not Even Close: Scientists Trace Evolution Of Butterflies Infected With Deadly Bacteria. (Science Daily)
Quigley can’t help but look ahead Sep 6, 2009
Albatross sighting John Senden made the first double eagle in tournament history, the second of his career, and the third on the PGA Tour this season, holing a 4-iron from 250 yards for a deuce on the par-5 second hole, which measured 562 yards. It played the easiest on the day, with nine eagles and 44 birdies, but Senden s albatross stood out. (Boston Globe)
'The golden bubble ... has been burst' Sep 5, 2009
intramodal wrote on Sep 3, 2009 7:11 AM:" So now the city has an albatross hanging out at the airport called an intramodal facility. I realize that it is the least of our concerns moving forward... How many people figured that they would have the same jobs 15 - 20 years from now and bought houses that were at the top of their budget rather than something they knew they could afford long term?It really is too bad. Gwinner better not get to comfortable. If they did it in Bismarck, they will... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
COLUMN: Water under the bridge Sep 5, 2009
It was an albatross around his neck and it should stay there. He put it there himself. (Malden Observer, MA)
Still, Rays of hope Sep 3, 2009
Instead, he has served as an offensive albatross for much of the season. He entered last night batting. (Boston Globe)
Obama Weighs Major Speech on Health Care Sep 3, 2009
" You are really screwed up. Would adding a democratic failure on top on a tremendous republican failure be good for America? If there was a single smart republican he would be doing all he could to make America a better place, regardless of which party was in charge at the moment. That would be pro-America. What you suggest, failure, is nearly treasonous, and most certainly un-American. by the74blaster September 2, 2009 3:39 PM EDT by whymayiask September 2, 2009 1:10 PM EDT 74blaster. The plan... (CBS News)
Agency seeking data on albatross Sep 1, 2009
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking additional information on the black-footed albatross as the agency considers the bird for listing as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act. The total breeding population of the black-footed albatross (Phoebastria nigripes) numbers roughly 61,000 pairs, with 97 percent of the population nesting in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument ... The black-footed albatross can live as long as 40 to 50 years and has a wingspan of... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Unplugged, and out in nature Aug 29, 2009
Researchers also saw this summer a red-billed tropicbird and a black-browed albatross. It was the first sighting in Maine of that type of albatross. (Boston Globe)
Disease Risks When Moving Wildlife To New Areas: Endangered Laysan Duck Cautionary Tale Aug 20, 2009
The Laysan albatross employs a strategy called reciprocity, where unrelated females pair together and take ... 9, 2006) As long-lived predators at the top of the marine food chain, albatrosses accumulate toxic contaminants such as PCBs, DDT, and mercury in their bodies. (Science Daily)
Stop Punking Out, Obama! Aug 19, 2009
However, if the economics of this albatross are not fixed very soon, our standard of living and quality of health will proportionately diminish to a level near some underdeveloped nations. Dennis Moore Publisher. (Slate)
Following in Darwin's footsteps: MHS teacher trods the same legendayr ground as that of the famed naturalist/researcher Aug 15, 2009
He photographed one sad scene wherein he had to watch helplessly as a mocking bird destroyed an albatross egg. It took three years to make that egg, lamented Hanna, referring to the fact that albatrosses, which have one partner for life, mate once every three years. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Oregon Recreation Report Aug 15, 2009
This often brings pelagic sea birds albatross, petrels, storm-petrel and more closer to shore where viewing them is easier ... This often brings pelagic sea birds albatross, petrels, storm-petrel and more closer to shore where viewing them is easier. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Writer To combat becoming a bitter old man, Steven Lundin of Hillsboro gets up early to write. It's something he just has to do. Aug 15, 2009
Now 46 and having worked his way through cane, walker and wheelchair, Lundin continues to get around using what he calls "a stand-up wheelchair." He's hitting the streets these days as a published author, promoting his first novel, "Shooting an Albatross.". Lest bird lovers worry, the title refers to the golf term "albatross" or another word for a double eagle, or 3-under par on any one hole ... "Shooting an Albatross" is set during the only year in PGA history when an entire season was... (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Will you buy another home? Aug 7, 2009
I read a blog today which describes owning a home as an albatross instead the piggy bank it might been several years ago. My rent has increased very little and my utilities are lower than before, I don t pay for trash pickup and I don t have to mow the grass. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Ordinary Obama Jul 28, 2009
Seeing your picture I am thankful, because you look like you have one foot in the grave, and the other on a roller skate, and one less fool will be on this planet " Albatross wrote on Jul 21, 2009 12:06 PM:" What a raft of baloney ... " Albatross wrote on Jul 12, 2009 6:44 AM:" It pays to read stuff ... Albatross wrote on Jul 9, 2009 5:32 AM:" 'Reading' suggested. Looking not! Where does Hive say the detainees are not terrorists? His (Hive's)'anger,' as you ('Reasonable') put it, is directed at... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Science at the Beach: Fun for Hanapepe students (335) Jul 20, 2009
Published: Sunday, July 19, 2009 2:11 AM HST SALT POND If you pick it up, the albatrosses won t eat it, said Scott Bacon, Friday morning ... Expanding on a previous presentation on albatross bolus, Makana and Scott Bacon started out with an examination of bolus, and following a hands-on collection of debris located around the park, had students on their hands and knees dissecting the collection into cigarette butts, drink caps, and other debris including pieces of balloons, chicken bones, and... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Antidote for the Lingering Recession Blues: The Albatross Offers an Affordable Night Out in Cozy Pub Setting Jul 15, 2009
Source: Albatross Pub ... As the recession lingers in the Bay Area, the Albatross Pub offers a welcoming atmosphere and an affordable way to replace recessionary gloom with light-hearted conversation and friendly competitions ... From darts, pub quizzes and checkers, to board game favorites such as Scrabble, Yahtzee and Boggle, new guests at the Albatross bar soon find themselves making fast friends with regular patrons. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Scientists discover track of soaring prehistoric creature Jul 5, 2009
0000008C " A pterosaur was a winged creature closely related to both crocodiles and dinosaurs. Seventy mill 00004000 ion years ago, it soared over Alaska like a giant albatross, casting a wide shadow beneath its 25-foot wingspan. The recent discovery by Hasiotis, Fiorillo, Yoshitsugu Kobayashi and Susie Tomsich is the first record of a pterosaur from Alaska. The state has become a rich ground for paleontologists in the last few decades, with massive bone deposits off the Colville River and... (Anchorage Daily News)
Pro tours at a glance Jul 2, 2009
EUROPEAN Event: French Open Site: Le Golf National, Albatross Course (7,300 yards, par 71), Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. Schedule: Today-Sunday. (Boston Globe)
Your views: Taking aim at the issues Jun 21, 2009
However, this writer seemed to imply that Dodgertown in Vero Beach and Space Coast Stadium in Viera are and/or were albatross-type projects, and not worth the funding put into them ... The construction of a baseball stadium in Palm Bay may become an albatross project, but to indicate that Dodgertown and Space Coast Stadium are categorized as such is not correct. (Florida Today)
Why Some Animals (and People) Are Gay Jun 20, 2009
And yet the study's authors, Nathan Bailey and Marlene Zuk of UC Riverside's biology department, report some exceptions, like the laysan albatross. Last year, researchers studying a Hawaiian colony of albatrosses found that nearly a third of all the couples involved two females who courted and then shared parenting responsibilities ... (Albatrosses don't have U-Hauls, so no lesbian jokes, please. (Time.com)
Bring charges? Jun 18, 2009
yeah but kathy never commented on sped kids being an albatross around the neck of the system like someone else we all know and luv. (not). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Same-sex behavior nearly universal in animals Jun 17, 2009
"That is very different from male bottlenose dolphins, who engage in same-sex interactions to facilitate group bonding, or female Laysan Albatross that can remain pair-bonded for life," he added ... In their future research, Bailey and Marlene Zuk, a biology professor at UCR, plan to try and address questions about the evolutionary outcomes of same-sex couplings, focusing on the Laysan Albatrosses. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Do Gay Animals Change Evolution? Jun 17, 2009
In the Laysan albatross, for example, previous research has shown that a third of all bonded pairs in a Hawaii colony are two females. This behavior helps the , whose colony has far more females than males, by allowing them to share parenting responsibilities. (Scientific American)
The Lear Jet repo man Jun 6, 2009
In 2006, a Czechoslovakian-made Albatross L-39 combat jet lifted off from Sitka, Alaska, and crashed into a trailer park in the small community of Ketchikan, Alaska. The pilot was found dead 100 yards from the destruction, still strapped into his seat. (Salon)
Bankruptcy: The healthcare connection Jun 5, 2009
"As if what the world really needed right now is for China to start pumping out lots of Hummers. Can you hear the planet screaming?Let's review. The new Prius, which is reported to get upward of 50 miles per gallon and possibly much more under the right conditions, is selling like premium grade ahi tuna in Japan, positioning its manufacturer, Toyota, at the leading edge of tomorrow's automotive market. Meanwhile General Motors, desperate to raise cash, has found a sucker in western China to take... (Salon)
Greenpeace's secret anti-palm oil agenda Jun 4, 2009
Meanwhile General Motors, desperate to raise cash, has found a sucker in western China to take an albatross off its neck that symbolizes everything American car companies have been doing wrong for the last several decades. But that was the old GM. The new GM is already out with a slick 60-second advertisement touting its glorious new post-Chapter 11-bankruptcy-and-$50 billion-bailout future. (Salon)
In-depth Look At Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine Life, Ecosystems May 28, 2009
The Laysan albatross, which nests and breeds in the NWHI, ventures more than 600 miles from the islands to obtain food, while other seabirds forage within only a few miles of the islands. Half of the fish biomass in the NWHI is made up of large predators, such as sharks, jacks and grouper, which helps create a healthy, stable reef. (Science Daily)
How Giant Pterosaurs Took Flight May 15, 2009
By comparison, an albatross weighs about 18 pounds and has an 11-foot wingspan. It had to take off somehow, but no one had a good guess how. (Scientific American)
Shipp: Perdue an albatross for GOP gubernatorial candidates May 13, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. The red, white and blue Republican elephant logo adorns the cover of this week's Time magazine, with this headline: "Endangered Species." Inside, Time asks, "Is the Party Over?" The story goes on to say, "Lacking leadership and fresh ideas, the GOP has officially entered the political wilderness. It could take years to find the way back.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Giant Pterosaurs Couldn't Fly, Study Suggests Apr 29, 2009
Sato, who is also a , journeyed to the southern Indian Ocean to study the world's largest bird, the wandering albatross, and four smaller bird species. (The National Geographic Society owns National Geographic News. (National Geographic)
EVERYTHING MUST GO: Strapped Valencia may be forced into fire sale Apr 28, 2009
"We must," said Javier Gmez, the new executive director, "cut costs and raise money." In other words, with the stadium having morphed from a golden goose into an albatross round the neck, it has to exploit the few real assets it has: the players. And so it's auction time this summer, with everyone from Manchester United to Liverpool, Real Madrid to Barcelona and Juventus to Milan invited. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Alaska Longline Commercial Fishing ... Apr 19, 2009
The biggest bycatch problem seen in Alaska seems to be the capture of endangered seabirds like the short-tailed albatross. Fishermen use several tactics to prevent hooking seabirds attracted to their baited fishhooks. (Suite101.com)
This week's calendar: April 13 - 19 Apr 13, 2009
Albatross Alibi Saloon, 50 Gaines School Road; free; (706) 549-1010. SUNDAY APRIL 19. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ghana .@50.com Apr 12, 2009
For 11 years, they became an albatross on Ghanaians but claimed, they came to our rescue to cleanse the rot in the system. Immovable properties were forcibly confiscated, businesses (Kowus, International Tobacco Ghana Ltd., and others) belonging to very wealthy people who they envied, were either closed down on flimsy excuse for non-payment of taxes etc; looting, rape, thuggery etc. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: At the Mercy of Pollution [analysis] Apr 11, 2009
A cashier at one of the commercial canoe operation points where passengers are ferried across the canal from Ajeromi to Apapa Government Reserved Area (GRA) told Daily Independent that pollution constituted an albatross to the smooth operation of their business. "Those operating the boat complain about dirt because of the pollution. As you can see it is everywhere. Even passengers complain", she said. (allAfrica.com)
Capital budget plans include money for Columbia Theatre restoration Apr 3, 2009
Proud Teacher wrote on Apr 2, 2009 11:02 AM:" Yes, the Columbia Theater is a great facility. I don't think anyone is saying that it isn't. However, when we are cutting teachers left and right, hamstringing our state patrol, prisons, higher education and other government services, it seems really irresponsible of our state government to give money to this project and others like it around the state. The renovation jobs don't offset the cost. Besides, with the brand-new Rose Center at LCC, does... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Biologists probe mystery of missing albatross colony in Wai'anae mountains Mar 30, 2009
Wildlife biologists from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources are investigating the disappearance of a little-known colony of Laysan albatross at Kuaokala in the northern Wai'anae mountains. DLNR staff monitoring the colony discovered on Tuesday that the entire colony of up to 50 albatross had disappeared ... Laysan albatross are protected by state and federal laws under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and are one of the few native seabird species that still nest in the main Hawaiian... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Jack Where Are You ?, Mar 29, 2009
Feature Article of Sunday, 29 March 2009. Feature Article of Sunday, 29 March 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Credit Where Kari Is Due Mar 21, 2009
This Hedberg contract looks like an albatross. I do not see how the Thrashers can be competitive if we have a goaltender on our roster who the coach cannot trust, with good reason. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Off-roading in the jungle by wheelchair Mar 15, 2009
Thanks to the TrailRider, I see flamingos, albatross, penguins, prehistoric marine iguanas, funny-looking sea lions galumphing across the sand, reef sharks and more tortoises than I've seen in a lifetime. Arriving in Puerta Ayora, we are booked into a hotel that suits my purpose once the bathroom door is removed. (Globe and Mail)
HOT MIC: VP Biden: 'Gimme a f*&$#ing break'... Mar 14, 2009
They'd only have harped on what an albatross Joe was and to get rid of him if he actually was a vote getter- just like they did to Palin. Try to talk the opposition into getting rid of the vote getter that will kick Dems butt in an election. (The Drudge Report)
The Voice of the People is the Voice of God. Mar 10, 2009
Thus, it has become an albatross hanging on his neck. And since this albatross like the AIDS Virus is infectious, I appeal to the Mills Government not to allow itself to be bogged by the Mumuni controversy which will eventually be a recipe to also acquire the virus. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Why should my generation pay for the greed of politicians and big business? Mar 6, 2009
" LodiSafeway wrote on Mar 5, 2009 11:34 AM:" You know Wade, for as long as I can remember there has been this concern that the debt incurred by one generation will become the albatross for future generations. As I was a young man struggling to make ends meet while paying my taxes, did I really think that my generation would be any different from past ones; that once men and women in my age group became part of the "establishment" that it would be us (collectively) that would cease the madness. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
'Dogs to Host Annual Fresno State Lexus Classic Mar 3, 2009
The double-eagle, also known as an albatross, is far rarer than a hole in one. Bulldogs Top 10 Finishes The Bulldogs have had one individual finish in the Top10. (Gobulldogs.com)
Cats Open Spring Ball Tomrorrow Mar 3, 2009
The albatross of nine years of holidays at home flew the coop with the dominant showing in Las Vegas. Winning the final two games of the year gave the program some serious momentum. (Pac-10.org)
All is quiet on free agency front Mar 3, 2009
Bottom line I have faith in the front office and to be honest as long as that albatross vick contract is hanging around our throats we are cash short as far as the cap goes. TD Please draft Clay Mathews and maybe Asher Allen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mr. President, I Beg To Differ Mar 1, 2009
I recommend "our man be charged with causing financial loss to the country. Did Dr. Wireko Brobbey do any consultation before he selected those musicians to produce a song reflecting the role our heroes played in our attainment of independence? Who recommended the amount and couldnt it have been done with less the amount that was paid out? If he did it with the best of intentions, he could be pardoned, but the onus lies on him to prove that he had no ulterior motive in approving the money... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The albatross: flying high, again... Feb 23, 2009
The albatross: flying high, again ... The albatross: flying high, again ... Now a pioneering scheme in South Africa could save the albatross. (Independent)
Letters to the editor (2/23/09) Feb 23, 2009
It seems to me that the GOP has become a huge albatross around your neck. You would rather deny help to Americans hurting from this economic crisis than fall out of line and support our president. (Anchorage Daily News)
Essay: Charles Darwin must go so evolution may live Feb 14, 2009
His books include Song for the Blue Ocean, Eye of the Albatross and Voyage of the Turtle. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Anniversary of Rushdie fatwa Feb 14, 2009
And while he is now able to live a more public life, he says the affair remains "an albatross around his neck". Last year, he told BBC's Newsnight that he was considering writing a book about the experience. (BBC News -- UK)
Songbirds migrate faster than thought Feb 13, 2009
Before now, satellite tracking devices were so large they could only be used on heftier birds such as albatross and penguins. And the only contraption small enough for songbirds had been radio transmitters, which require a human to follow the tagged bird in an airplane. (MSNBC -- Technology)
