Sunday's solar eclipse burned, burned, burned, like a ring of fire

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Despite some cloud cover and a few sprinkles, skywatchers across Colorado got some spectacular views of the rare annular solar eclipse on Sunday evening. In Boulder, nearly 10000 people gathered to watch the solar eclipse in Folsom Field and set a new

If you were lucky enough to live in Asia or the western United States or anywhere in between, you would've been graced with the clear sight of what looked like a ring of fire in the sky. Or more specifically, an annular eclipse. If you missed the

Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Millions of people across Asia and the western United States watched as a rare "ring of fire" eclipse crossed their skies. The annular eclipse, in which the moon passes in front of the sun leaving only a golden ring

Clouds were threatening a view of the eclipse on top of Mount Fuji in Japan. A crew of climbers at the peak, sponsored by Panasonic featuring its solar power technology, was battling fierce winds and snow atop the

Cory Booker's criticisms complicate Obama team's anti-Bain message

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Cory Booker, his name read across the bottom of the screen, Mayor of Newark. My 17-year-old Northern California-bred self had never before heard of this man, but my mom and I were hooked right away. A Google search revealed the basics about this

How much damage did Newark Mayor Cory Booker do to President Obama's reelection campaign on Meet the Press yesterday? It is still far too early to tell, but judging from the swift reaction of Obama's campaign, Chicago must view the potential damage to

Before it got swapped last minute with an item about Howard Stern's new gig on America's Got Talent, I was going to kick off my weekly quips with Randi Kaye on CNN this last Saturday by riffing about that viral video starring

By Charles P. Pierce I'm not sure why everyone's so upset with what Mayor Cory Booker said on Dancin' Dave's Pundit Dance Party yesterday? The man has national aspirations and, given the way the entire system has been rigged by John Roberts and the

Chicago braces for final day of anti-NATO protests

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Church was little known here by activists but if Chase and Betterly ever contemplated the sort of violent action they allegedly planned for Chicago's NATO Summit, their old Fort Peace roommates and other Occupy Miami protesters insist they heard no

1000s protest the Chicago NATO summit NATO commits to Afghanistan beyond 2014 Obama warns of "hard days" ahead in Afghanistan Although the march was largely peaceful, late Sunday police and demonstrators clashed. Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy

By AP View full sizeAssociated PressIllinois State Police stand guard on Michigan Ave., Chicago, during a protest march as a part of this weekend's NATO summit Sunday. Security has been high throughout the city in preparation for the NATO summit,

Chicago braces for final day of anti-NATO protests

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Footage captured on the ground in downtown Chicago depicts high tensions and frequent clashes between protesters and police during NATO Summit demonstrations, including several incidents that devolve into violence.

It looked like a war zone in Chicago, as hundreds of uniformed police officers in blue riot helmets chanted as they pushed against protesters downtown to protest the NATO summit. Protesters were told they would be allowed

(Charles Rex Arbogast / AP) Protesters gather in the rain at the Art Institute where First Lady Michelle Obama is hosting a dinner for the spouses of NATO dignitaries during this weekend's summit in Chicago Sunday, May 20, 2012.

Police Overreact at NATO Protests. Marine veteran Scott Olsen – injured by police in the Oakland occupy protest – was one of several veterans who threw away their medals at the NATO protest in Chicago in protest of NATO

Chicago braces for final day of anti-NATO protests

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

(CBS/AP) CHICAGO – Chicago braced for more demonstrations Monday, with protesters vowing to march to the Boeing Corp. headquarters a day after police clashed with a group of demonstrators at the end of a march protesting the NATO summit.

After the clash near McCormick Place, Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy said at a news conference that the protests of the NATO Summit resulted in 45 people being arrested and four officers suffering injuries

Its monthly crop supply/demand reports are currently released at 7:30 am Chicago time. Traders and analysts are accustomed to having two hours to digest the reports, which contain a wealth of data on US and world crops for previous and upcoming

Updated at 8 p.m. ET CHICAGO — Three anti-NATO protesters charged with terrorism conspiracy planned to attack four Chicago police stations, the local campaign headquarters for President Barack Obama and the home of

Singer Robin Gibb, Bee Gees co-founder, dies at 62

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

The Bee Gees pop group (from left) brothers Robin, Maurice and Barry Gibb in 1983. Photograph: PA Wire Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb, who with brothers Barry and Maurice helped define the disco era with their falsetto harmonies and funky beats on smash

Mario Suraini / AP The Associated Press LONDON — One day after he succumbed to cancer, Bee Gee Robin Gibb was hailed in his native Britain Monday as a master musician whose interests went far beyond the recording studio. The distinctive singer

Robin Gibb, Bee Gees singer and co-founder, died Sunday at the age of 62, according to Rolling Stone. The musician had been battling cancer.

This story is from the July 14, 1977 issue of Rolling Stone. London: 67 Brook Street, Mayfair, is sometimes referred to as the house that Cream built.

By Li-mei Hoang | LONDON (Reuters) – Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb, who with brothers Barry and Maurice helped define the disco era with their falsetto harmonies and funky beats on hits like "Stayin' Alive" and "Jive Talkin'", has died after a long fight

Stephen Strasburg strikes out 8, homers as Nats beat Orioles

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Is Nationals starter Stephen Strasburg dealing with an arm injury? He was pulled after 5 innings and 90 pitches yesterday. Here is Amanda Comak from the Washington Times: Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson spotted right-hander Stephen Strasburg

Stephen Strasburg hit his first career home run on Sunday, but also left early with what manager Davey Johnson deemed arm fatigue.

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WASHINGTON — Stephen Strasburg took a swing and looked in amazement as the baseball carried over the left-field wall. If Strasburg's first major league homer came as a surprise, his performance on the mound did not. With Strasburg leading the way,

Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg Goes All DIY With First Career HR Against The Baltimore Orioles.

Report: Lance Berkman may have torn ACL

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

This time it was first baseman Lance Berkman, who left with a right knee injury after catching a routine throw from shortstop Rafael Furcal. There is not yet a specific diagnosis on the injury, nor a clear indication of how severe it might be.

Lance Berkman has hurt his knee once again, and, at 36, is thinking about retiring if the injury proves to be serious.

And if that is the case, as I'd argue, it's all the more impressive given that he's 36th among switch-hitters in plate appearances. Berkman was an incredible force at the plate for ten consecutive years though, as he posted a 148

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Memorial Day events to honor war dead

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

With the extended Memorial Day weekend on the horizon, AAA is expected to release its holiday travel forecast for Maryland Tuesday. If it's anything like the national Memorial Day travel forecast, expect an increase in the number of travelers.

An early blast of summer-like temperatures and sunny skies this weekend has kept cash registers ringing for many Ann Arbor businesses ahead of the long Memorial Day weekend. While temperatures are likely to cool off for

By Joseph M. Gerace The veteran, former local business owner, former ambulance corps member, father of 3 and Wyckoff Reformed Church parishioner will get his turn on May 28 to serve as grand marshal of this year's Memorial Day Parade.

Prices at the pump are rising again for Americans. Many still plan to travel for the Memorial Day weekend, but distance may be a factor.

Chicago braces for final day of anti-NATO protests

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

She served as one of the peace guides during the big anti-NATO rally and march from downtown to Cermak Road and Michigan Avenue. Her job was to help keep protesters calm and the procession moving. Having been involved in hundreds of demonstrations in

As President Barack Obama and fellow NATO leaders herald the coming end of the deeply unpopular Afghanistan war, they face the grim reality of two more years of fighting ahead and more of their troops sure to die in combat.

Protesters have clashed with police as thousands of activists took part in an anti-NATO demonstration in Chicago, where the military bloc's summit kicked off on Sunday. At least 60 people have been arrested.