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- GOP: Thank Bush, Not Obama, for End of Iraq Combat Mission Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:59PMHouse and Senate Republican Leaders Today Commended the End of Combat Operations in Iraq but Criticized President Obama for Doubting the Success of the "Surge"
- NFL League and Player Capsules: Browns expect Suh penalty to be reviewed Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:26AMBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Lions rookie defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh grabbed Jake Delhomme's face mask, twisted it, wrapped his arms around the Browns quarterback's head and slammed him to the ground.
- Making The Most Of Summertime Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:33AMThe outdoor music series at Tulsa's classy Utica Square shopping center has been a runaway hit this summer, drawing from 2,000 to 5,000 every Thursday, said Jessica Barr, Utica Square Property Manager ...
- See the rebirth of New Orleans with great savings this summer and fall Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:51AMFive years later, the city has undergone a staggering transformation.
- Percy Harvin Back With Vikings But Not Yet on Field Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:41PMPercy Harvin was released from the hospital a day after collapsing with a migraine, but he did not practice.
- Subdudes leave New Orleans and head north Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:09AMThe group serves up an eclectic Americana-roots stew of Cajun, zydeco, blues, rock 'n' roll and Americana music.
- Last-Minute Labor Day Weekend Deals Abound Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 7:43AMThe recession hasn't kept people at home this summer. Labor Day bargains can keep the party going.
- Champion Saints say smooth camp no accident Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 1:08PMThe defending champion New Orleans Saints have opened training camp with the look of a team that has it all figured out. All rookie contracts were signed by the first day of practice. No one is holding out for more money. Everybody reported without any significant, season-threatening injuries. No healthy players have been barred from practice because they couldn't pass a conditioning test.
- Don't miss SoFab's annual fundraising party and more on Sunday, August 8, 2010 Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 1:11AMEvents happening in around New Orleans.
- Later Than Usual Labor Day Holiday Leads to Lower Hotel Rates, Dip in Demand Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 2:00AMMost Popular Destinations Include New York, Las Vegas, Miami and San Francisco While Beach and Family Destinations See Decreases in Bookings
- Myers: News columnist makes his preseason NFL predictions Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 4:05PMThe long, tough road to Arlington, Tex., begins today when the Giants travel up the Thruway to Albany, presumably with their defense, while the Jets arrive in Cortland, where football better not become secondary to Rex Ryan starring in "Hard Knocks.".
- As Temperatures Climb, Summer Hotel Rates Fall Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 11:00AMSOUTHLAKE, Texas----Travelocity’s most recent pricing report shows cheap hotels are still available for summer travel. While airfare for summer has risen slightly, hotel rates have decreased.
- Road work to cause delays at Yellowstone Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:22AMMotorists in Yellowstone National Park will see more delays over the next few weeks because of road work.
- Sponsored By: Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 3:06PMThe heat index is in triple digits, and the only break from nature is a thunder shower. More Vacations play a critical role in maintaining our health.
- Gulf oil spill means travel deals Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 5:15AMNEW YORK -- As more oil from the Gulf of Mexico washes up on surrounding beaches, tourism in many Southeastern states is fading -- even in areas far away from the gooey mess. But hotels from Texas to Florida and some airlines like Spirit are eager to drum up business driven away by oil fears, which means bargains aren't hard to find.
- TV talk shows for July 13 Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 12:08AMJennifer Love Hewitt on "Jay Leno"
- Mayor Mitch Landrieu says city's projected $67 million deficit has been slashed almost in half Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 9:39PMBut New Orleanians should brace for further cuts, mayor warns
- Messy breakup? Best places to rebound Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 4:00PMAfter a messy breakup, a great getaway — whether it’s a quiet retreat or a hedonistic hot spot — is the best medicine. So grab your passport and send your heartbreak packing. Recreation - United States - Television - Programs - Soap Operas
- LeBron to Announce Decision Live on ESPN; Joins Twitter Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 8:59AM*In just six hours after New Orleans Hornets point guard Chris Paul tweeted that LeBron James had joined Twitter under the username @KingJames, the account had surpassed 150,000 followers, outpacing the growth of other celeb Twitter users, according to the New York Times. There is speculation that the NBA’s most famous free agent joined Twitter [...]
- FESTIVAL/CRUISE: Three Days in New Orleans Gets to the Essence of R&B Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 2:33PMCharlie Wilson wowed the crowd Friday during the Essence Music Festival at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans. Organizers touted Essence Music Festival as "the year of the woman" because of heavyweights Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys and Mary J. Blige. They delivered as advertised for near-capacity crowds in New Orleans' vast Superdome, but so did their male counterparts...
- BP shares rise on denial of plans for stock issue Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 2:32PMBritish oil company BP is seeking support from sovereign wealth funds in the Middle East and Asia to defend itself from any takeover bids while it deals with its massive U.S. oil spill, a senior UAE source said on Tuesday
- The Buzz Thursday, June 17, 2010 @ 3:03AM“He didn't back down. Coach Stokley was very quiet, extremely intelligent. I appreciate that more now. He saw the big picture, saw what we could accomplish.”
- Corrections and clarifications Wednesday, June 16, 2010 @ 11:30AMThe following corrections and clarifications have been published by USA TODAY.
- New Orleans Saints' Reggie Bush has all the right moves on the football field and the wrong ones off Tuesday, June 15, 2010 @ 6:11AMThe NCAA report was not kind to Bush or his family
- LINKS BEYOND: National media spotlight focuses in on "strange-looking people on the beaches," AJ's Alan Laird and a ... Saturday, June 12, 2010 @ 9:13PMThe recent trajectory of the oil slick has put Destin and the region in the national media spotlight. Here are some of the recent stories from media outlets near and far. •The Columbus Dispatch reports that residents are rethinking their trips to...
- Why Are Americans Moving to Mexico? Saturday, June 12, 2010 @ 12:08PM'As safe as Seattle,' says a transplant to Mérida, Mexico, where there is no sign of the violent drug war waging in the north. Expatriates are fast buying and renovating colonial haciendas. The city of 1 million, on the Yucatán Peninsula, has drawn many American expatriates who say they're unaffected by the nation's violent drug wars. Mexico - Yucatán Peninsula - War on Drugs - United States ...
- Mexico drug war doesn't stop Americans from moving south of the border Friday, June 4, 2010 @ 10:41AM'As safe as Seattle,' says a transplant to Mérida, Mexico, where there is no sign of the violent drug war waging in the north. Expatriates are fast buying and renovating colonial haciendas.
- Mexico drug war doesn't stop Americans from moving south of the border Friday, June 4, 2010 @ 10:14AMBill Engle is outside, sweating in work clothes while he oversees renovations to his colonial house in Mérida, Mexico. It sits on a street dubbed "Gringo Gulch," a pretty row of baby blue, violet, and mustard facades where expatriates outnumber Mexicans.
- Corrections and clarifications Thursday, June 3, 2010 @ 5:09PMThe following corrections and clarifications have been published by USA TODAY.
- Field Service Representative (Gas Turbines) - New Orleans, LA Thursday, June 3, 2010 @ 8:00AMHeadquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world's leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 13,000 units and over 1.3 billion operating hours in 95 countries.
- Corrections and clarifications Friday, May 28, 2010 @ 3:28PMThe following corrections and clarifications have been published by USA TODAY.
- ANALYSIS-NFL fears no snow for New York Super Bowl Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 1:04PM* NY Super Bowl could add $50 mln to stadium rights deal
- AirTran adds flights from Milwaukee Thursday, May 20, 2010 @ 9:49AMAirTran Airways says it's adding several new flights from its hub at Milwaukee Mitchell airport.
- Corrections and clarifications Wednesday, May 19, 2010 @ 4:17PMThe following corrections and clarifications have been published by USA TODAY.
- The Single Biggest Championship Challenge Facing Each Top 25 Team Monday, May 17, 2010 @ 9:23AMWith many media outlets already releasing college football preseason top 25 polls, including more than a few here at B/R, it's time to take a look at some of the teams who will supposedly be challenging for their conference, if not national championship crown. Looking ahead to next year, no team emerges as one who has a clear path to the national championship. Every team will have their ...
- Luxury hotels bounce back faster than overall market Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 9:37PMThe hotel industry's luxury segment is rebounding faster than the overall hotel market as business travelers return to the road.
- Better Business: Don't let fraudulent travel agents take you for ride Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 12:00AMIn 2009, travel agencies ranked 30th in the number of complaints received nationwide, up from 35th the year before.
- Why Merge? Saturday, May 8, 2010 @ 8:15PMRegulators pondering whether to allow the proposed merger between Continental and United Airlines must figure out why airlines have concluded that merging is their path to profitability.
- Skyscanner: Oil Slick Threatens US Tourism Thursday, May 6, 2010 @ 8:10AMEDINBURGH, United Kingdom----Skyscanner.com, a global airfare deals search engine reports that domestic flight searches to New Orleans have dropped by 35%*, following international news of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
- Getaroom.com’s Sizzling Summer Blockbusters! Urban Locales, Beach Escapes and Family Destinations Top the List Thursday, May 6, 2010 @ 2:01AMTravelers can Save up to 60% in the Most In-Demand Destinations Including New York, Boston, Orlando, Anaheim, Seattle, Myrtle Beach, London and Paris
- On Your Mind Monday, May 3, 2010 @ 2:24AMLocal-State April 21 I live in Bisbee in a small housing area. Nice area except for the neighbor with a large, very loud, annoying dog. It is allowed to bark a lot. It does not seem to bother its owner who never quiets it. Many of us cannot enjoy the front of our home and/or yard because of it. Please have consideration for others! It is not enjoyable, lovable or cute to have to endure this ...
- Write to Know Sunday, April 25, 2010 @ 1:12AMDear Write to Know. Here's what I'd like to know! Are there any lovers of local history who would be available to join an enthusiastic group of volunteers in Bourne?
- Jazz trumpeter Jeremy Davenport to bring his style and swing to the New Orleans Jazz Fest Sunday, April 25, 2010 @ 1:01AMAs a schoolboy in St. Louis, Mo., Jeremy Davenport was the back-of-the-classroom instigator who stirred up trouble with impunity.He still is. John McCusker / The Times-PicayuneJeremy Davenport plays Sunday at 12:55 p.m. in the WWOZ Jazz Tent. Three nights a...
- UNT, Denton police offer summer safety tips Thursday, April 22, 2010 @ 12:18AMBy Vince Graziano / Contributing Writer - The UNT and Denton police departments encourage students to act responsibly when engaging in summertime activities, be they traveling, going to parties or hanging out with friends. “Even though you’re getting some time off, you still need to keep a good head on your shoulders,” said Jeff Arrington, crime prevention officer for the UNT Police Department ...
- The World at 13:40 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 2:53PMDEVELOPING:
- Following a few rules of thumb can help you get the most for your travel dollar Sunday, April 18, 2010 @ 5:55AMMy wife and I are trying to plan a trip abroad, but with the current recession, our vacation fund is a lot smaller than it was, so we were wondering if you had any recommendations for ways to reduce...
- Travel news in brief Saturday, April 17, 2010 @ 11:42PMNational park fees to be waived
- Travel briefs Thursday, April 15, 2010 @ 11:06PMAmtrak podcasts for Sunset Limited
- Rising salaries of coaches force colleges to seek budget patch Monday, April 12, 2010 @ 12:10PMIn a climate of spiraling costs, skyrocketing coaches' salaries and softening revenue, athletic programs are showing signs of strain, a USA TODAY analysis of college sports finance data finds.
- Orbitz signs pact with iSeatz Wednesday, April 7, 2010 @ 2:29AMOrbitz Worldwide has signed an exclusive, multi-year partnership with New Orleans-based iSeatz to develop customised private label and in-path travel solutions.