World's Oldest Working Musician Dies at 103

Ukulele legend and jazz guitarist, Bill Tapia, known to many fondly as "Uncle Bill," passed away in his sleep today at his home in Westminster, CA. Born on New Year's Day 1908, he was less than one month shy of his...

DRUM! Magazine/Writer Publicist Sticks "Hip" To Leo Nocentelli

The following news does report on my drumming. I just wanted to be honest. But, I feel that the content is newsworthy considering that Leo Nocentelli, is one of the most well-respected New Orelans artists in the...

Noncommissioned Officer: Induction ceremony symbolizes dedication

"HEIDELBERG, Germany -- While not every day is easy for noncommissioned officers, the U.S. Army Europe NCOs honored at an induction ceremony here Feb. 27 seemed to agree that it was a great day to be a sergeant. ...

Olympics vs. Sichuan Earthquake "News&Opinion"

"Beijing 2008" & "bg08" The International Institute of Nonviolence By: Rev. Jermano Everywhere in Beijing you can see the slogan One World One Dream, but we as people know how really untrue that is. The...

First of it's kind monument for living veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq confi...

DERRY, NH - May 26, 2008 is the date in which a first of it's kind memorial was unveiled at MacGregor park in Derry, NH.  Derry, which is not unfamiliar with the national spotlight during the US Presidential...

At age 61, doctor joins the Navy

An amazing, heartwarming, and gut-wrenching story this morning, from the Los Angeles Times: When one of his sons, a Marine, was killed in Iraq, Dr. Bill Krissoff decided to enlist. With help from the White House, he's in uniform and will be stationed near his other son,...

Maltese lawyer recognised for services to refugees

A Maltese lawyer who endured arson attacks on her car and home as a result of the work she did to help refugees on the island has been recognised by the UN.Katrine Camilleri has been named the winner of Nansen...

Cuban FM dispels rumors about Castro

Who knows what is happening. Word on the street in Miami was that Cuba had closed off streets and sent people home early from work and that prompted Miami officials to prepare for possible news about the condition...

NMB opens nature park on marsh

"NMB opens nature park on marsh From staff reports Tracy Carr of Longs walks through the Heritage Shores Park in North Myrtle Beach with her sons Jeffrey, 6, (left) and Justin, 4, after the dedication ceremony...

Transitioning from Military to Civilian Employment

"Military personnel can offer a great deal of experience and dedication to prospective commercial employers. Yet their capabilities are often discounted if they adhere to a formal military-style resume. With some analysis and innovation, individuals making the transition from...

America still has will to defeat enemies, Bush says - USA Today

" Updated 11/11/2006 2:48 PM ET E-mail | Save | Print | ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — President Bush marked Veterans Day by praising U.S. troops for fighting tyranny and oppression, yet touched only briefly on the war in Iraq, where U.S. commanders are rethinking strategy. Three...

Bush praises US troops on Veterans Day for their bravery ... - Canada.com

" View Larger Image President Bush pauses during his news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington in this Nov. 8, 2006 file photo. (AP/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) Terence Hunt, Canadian Press Published: Saturday, November 11, 2006 Article tools ...

Jamie Leigh's Adopted Children Come Together To Perservere

NEW YORK, NY -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 12/5/2005 --  Congratulations are in order - Jamie Leigh has had her first babies - well not really, just call them her adopted children for now.   Let's not forget that some...

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