| A writer's world |
| Dear Editor:On Thursday, Feb 25, author Pam Houston shared excerpts from her new book with students at Aspen High School and inspired students grades 9 12 to foster their literary creativity Pam was at the school courtesy of the Aspen Education (more) |
| Video of the week (3.05.10) |
| Filed under: Photo of the DayWelcome to a new feature at Gadling We've been doing the photo of the day, culled from many of the contributors to the Gadling group on Flickr, for years But we've come across enough exceptional videos that we've now de (more) |
| Expedia TripAssist puts your iPhone in touch with your reservations |
| Filed under: Gadling Gear ReviewThis week, Expedia released a renewed iPhone application designed to be a link between your phone and your Expedia reservations
The app is called TripAssist, and it provides one stop shopping for anything Expedia re (more) |
| Aspen again looking at Oz to design next phase of Burlingame housing |
| ASPEN A proposed contract with Boulder based Oz Architecture for design of the second phase of Burlingame Ranch will go to the Aspen City Council for consideration on Monday After re reviewing the proposals submitted by three architectural fi (more) |
| Former Mississippi Town Fire Chief Sentenced for Embezzlement |
| The former chief of the New Sight Volunteer Fire Department has been sentenced to 10 years in prison with seven years suspended for embezzlement
Mike Boyd pleaded guilty this week in Lincoln (more) |
| Daily gear deals - $70 Fujifilm camera, $30 rolling luggage and more |
| Filed under: Gadling's Daily Deal
Here are the hottest gear deals for today, Friday March 5th 2010 Remember, these deals are often valid for just one day, so act fast before they are gone
Today's first deal is for a budget camera without the (more) |
| Hercules at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna |
| Filed under: Stories, AustriaThe legend of Hercules is a favorite of many including, apparently, the Habsburgs The southern entrance of Hofburg Palace in Vienna (pictured from the inside) is flanked with a series of totally awesome statues known a (more) |
| Nebraska to Allow Minitrucks on Some Roads |
| Nebraska joins 14 other states in permitting the use of minitrucks on specific portions of the public road, effective Jan 1, 2011 Minitrucks may travel on most roads at the posted speed limit, (more) |
| Landlord Liability Insurance - Things to Focus On |
| Landlord liability insurance is intended to guard property owners from restoration costs and reconstruct their property in the event their damage was resulted by airline and automobile influence, fire, smoke or any other normal cause which unfortunat (more) |
| 'Rebel Voices' makes Aspen debut |
| ASPEN Aspen nonprofit Theater Masters will present a reading of a new work adapted for the stage, 'Rebel Voices,' on Sunday and Monday in Aspen ''Rebel Voices' is a play every family and individual should see,' said Julia Hansen, artistic direct (more) |
| Aspen duos lead in Powder 8 Championships |
| ASPEN Aspenites grabbed the lead Thursday in Day 1 of the USA Powder 8 Championships at Aspen Highlands The Aspen duo of Jim Schanzenbaker and Andy Docken led the open division, while local pair Robynne Ross and Kelly Bearstro took first in t (more) |
| Galley Gossip: 'Flight attendant' prostitution ring busted (in more ways th |
| Filed under: Airlines, Galley Gossip, Women's TravelSex sells That's a fact
But did you know that sex stories involving flight attendants will sell even more? It's true Take for instance the flight attendant prostitution ring bust story that's b (more) |
| Markel Adds Coverages to Manufactured Home Program; Offers Web Servicing |
| Markel American Insurance Co has released an enhanced Manufactured Home Program with new coverage options
Also, the program can now be managed on Markel's Web based policy administration system, (more) |
| Homeowners Insurance - How to Get Insurance For Your House |
| Are you in search of an agent who will provide you with the right guidance on policy coverage? Are you a little unsure about your investment returns on your home? (more) |
| Aspen ready to party in March |
| ASPEN Aspen loves to party, and there will be plenty of opportunities throughout March It tuckers a person out just looking at the schedule The Bud Light Big Air Fridays series continues at Snowmass Friday, March 12, 19 and 26 Some of the best (more) |
| Army Bomb Expert Sues, Claims 'Hurt Locker' Movie Based on Him |
| An Army bomb disposal expert who served in the Iraq war is suing the makers of "The Hurt Locker,'' claiming the Oscar nominated film's lead character is based on him and that they cheated him out (more) |
| Roger Marolt: Roger This |
| It's all about basketball: The city of Aspen spent $18 million for an old lumberyard that the sellers were probably worrying was going under We did it to build affordable housing on the land with a taxpayer subsidy amounting to about $500,000 (more) |
| Urban Dictionary's 12 funniest travel entries |
| Filed under: Learning, Blogs, Internet ToolsWe can't guarantee that you'll ever use (or hear) many of these travel terms from Urban Dictionary, but we can guarantee that this list is a lot funnier than the real dictionary's 12 funniest travel entries (more) |
| Some Vacation... Becoming Injured While Visiting Florida |
| It is important to understand both the risks for injury while visiting Florida and to obtain basic information on how you should react if injured before setting off on your vacation (more) |
| Frequently Asked Insurance Questions For First-Time Homeowners |
| Part of the economic stimulus package was a large tax credit for new home buyers This was attractive because it was an actual tax credit, and not a loan It did not need to be repaid (more) |
| Stuckey Introduces Online Application for Architects and Engineers |
| Stuckey & Co , the managing general agent for the Aspire A&E (architects and engineers) insurance program, has introduced an online application for small architectural and engineering (more) |
| Swinton reveals homeowners fantasy dinner guest |
| Swinton reveals homeowners fantasy dinner guest (more) |
| Singapore GIC, Qatar to Underwrite Part of Prudential's Rights Offer |
| Singapore's biggest sovereign wealth fund GIC and Qatar Holding LLC have committed to underwrite a significant portion of UK Prudential's $20 billion rights issue
GIC is an existing shareholder, (more) |
| CRM Holdings Reports $19 Million Net Loss in Q4 |
| CRM Holdings Ltd , a specialty provider of workers' compensation insurance products, announced it had a net loss of $19 million in the fourth quarter of 2009 In the same period in 2008, the (more) |
| South Carolina House Advances Cap on Liability Awards |
| A proposal to cap how much people can be awarded through civil lawsuits in South Carolina received key approval this week
The House approved the tort reform bill 104 9 It faces another, routine (more) |
| Government helps itself to ICBC 'gouged nest egg' |
| SURREY ' Motorists hoping for deeper cuts to ICBC auto insurance premiums may be out of luck (more) |
| A tough road ahead for Aspen boys basketball? |
| ASPEN The skeptics are out in full force Skiers coach Steve Ketchum said a 3A Western Slope representative told him the state basketball tournament selection committee tried its best to give the Aspen boys team a fourth or fifth seed The group (more) |
| Death Toll from Chilean Quake 'Unclear' Says Government |
| Chile's government said Thursday that the death toll from a massive weekend earthquake and ensuing tsunamis was unclear because of confusion over the number of people who disappeared and whether (more) |
| Top-notch ski racing |
| Dear Editor:Last week Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club was proud to host a fantastic week of ski racing on Aspen Mountain It was a first class event, with the top finishers qualifying for spots on the World Cup circuit and giving our community t (more) |
| Homeowner Insurance Quotes - Do Agents Treat You Like a Money Making Machin |
| Insurance is all about assessment of risk If you believe that you can anticipate all risks that might take place in the future, then you have got it all wrong Before hurricane Katrina hit the U S , people never believed that they should protect the (more) |
| Checklists Can Reduce Fatal Medical Errors |
| Checklists can keep doctors from skipping steps and making careless and potentially fatal errors, such as operating on the wrong organ (more) |
| Former Partner Returns to Law Firm Anderson Kill & Olick |
| New York insurance law firm Anderson Kill & Olick, has named Larry Kill as chair of its Corpor
ate & Commercial Litigation practice
Kill has represented clients in a wide range of (more) |
| Homeowner Insurance Quotes - What is % Based Insurance Deductible and How D |
| What do you know about percentage based insurance deductible? We all know about a deductible, don't we? It is the amount that you will have to pay towards repair of your house or automobile or your property before the insurance company will contribut (more) |
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| Newman, Hofmann, Werner Join Marsh & McLennan Agency Leadership |
| As it continues to build a national business, Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC, a subsidiary of insurance broker Marsh Inc , has appointed three executives to its senior leadership team They are: (more) |
| Fitch Sees Chile Quake Losses Unlikely to Impact P/C Insurance Ratings |
| Based on preliminary analysis, Fitch Ratings said it believes that the Chilean P C insurance industry "will likely be able to absorb losses from the earthquake and Tsunami that hit the (more) |
| Garfield County Energy Advisory Board votes to keep itself operating |
| RIFLE, Colo Garfield County's Energy Advisory Board will not be fading into obscurity any time soon, although its mode of operations may be changing The board's members, who represent oil and gas industry operators, local governments throughout (more) |
| 7 Reasons to Have Buy-To-Let Insurance |
| Buy to let properties can offer a great return on your investment In the UK alone two million people, or 5%, have a second home which they rent out This has increased by 300,000 in the last five years The number of buy to let mortgages has increas (more) |
| Diana Clement : Chile quake an insurance wake-up call |
| Kiwis are risking their homes by under insuring and failing to understand their cover The earthquake in Chile reminds us just how devastating natural disasters can be And we are living smack bang on the Pacific Ring of Fire, (more) |
| Fired Ohio Workers' Compensation Board Employees Allege Religious Bias |
| The staff of a board created to monitor legislation affecting Ohio's massive injured worker insurance fund after a rare coin investment scandal has been fired, plunging its oversight role into (more) |
| The movie listings: Aspen to Glenwood |
| FRIDAY SATURDAY, MARCH 5 6ISIS THEATER (Early shows Saturday only )Alice in Wonderland at 2:00, 4:45, 7:30 p m Cop Out at 2:25, 5:20, 7:50 p m Shutter Island at 1:45, 5:00, 8:00 p m The Last Station at 2:15, 5:10, 7:40 p m 406 E Hopkins Ave , A (more) |
| Scottish Business Briefing - Friday 5 March, 2010 |
| WELCOME to scotsman com's Scottish Business Briefing Every morning we bring you a comprehensive round up of all news affecting business in Scotland today (more) |
| Home Insurance - Why You Should Take Pictures of Your Possessions |
| There are several reasons that we should all take the time to snap pictures of our possessions in case we need to make a insurance claim later Keep in mind that you purchased the coverage because you wanted to cover your most valuable assets This i (more) |
| 7 Indiana Firms Honored for Workplace Safety |
| Companies in Fort Wayne, Indianapolis and three other Indiana cities have been honored for their efforts to eliminate job related accidents and illnesses
Indiana Commissioner of Labor Lori Torres (more) |
| Bode helmet benefits former technician's breast cancer battle |
| PARK CITY, Utah Five time Olympic medalist Bode Miller, who captured several medals in Vancouver, is auctioning his signed Olympic helmet on eBay to help raise money for Pam Warman, a former U S Ski Team technician who was recently diagnosed wi (more) |
| Watch out! Tampa leads in auto insurance fraud |
| Tampa, Florida Look out Miami! Tampa is taking over as the statewide leader when it comes to auto insurance fraud This is not a claim to fame the city wants to have and it's not looking much better on the national level, with Tampa ranking second (more) |
| Hidden Gems gathering Saturday in Aspen |
| ASPEN Wilderness Workshop and the Hidden Gems Wilderness Campaign will host 'An Evening with the Hidden Gems Campaign' from 5:30 9 p m Saturday at Aspen's Wheeler Stallard Museum, 620 W Bleeker St The event will provide information about the (more) |
| Apartment Insurance - Find the Best Rate |
| Apartments do not only provide a resting place for its owner after a hard day's work, it also houses valuable items and belongings of people living in it At this point, it becomes very important to get the right apartment coverage policy Note, befo (more) |
| Miami Board Looks to Close Two Hospitals |
| At risk of running out of money in May, Miami's public health care system is also considering laying off 4,487 employees, a third of its work force (more) |
| Review: 'Alice' through a drearier looking glass |
| In Tim Burton's 'Alice in Wonderland,' Alice has grown not by 'drink me' potion or 'eat me' cake into a 19 year old girl Working from Linda Woolverton's very Hollywood screenplay adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale, Burton shifts the (more) |
| House Insurance Quotes - Find the Best Rate |
| There are many points to note when finding the best rate for insuring your house First on the list is to know how to get and compare house insurance quotes the right way It is important that you know your insurance need before looking for quotes fr (more) |
| Countries Raise Security in Malacca Strait after Terror Warning |
| Malaysia and Indonesia said on Thursday they are stepping up security in the Strait of Malacca, one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, following the Singapore navy's warning of possible (more) |
| Vail's 'Dumb and Dumber' bank robbers back in the limelight |
| VAIL, Colo Five years after a bank robbery in Vail that gained instant international attention, the robbers are back home in Australia after spending more than four years each in federal prison Anthony Prince, then 20, and Luke Carroll, then (more) |
| A Quick Guide - Home Insurance |
| Castles might have stood for hundreds of years, but unfortunately, the Englishman's home and its contents remains vulnerable to a frightening range of risks that might see the home reduced to rubble Not only are there the 'natural' disasters of fire (more) |
| Shame on us |
| Dear Editor:I continue to feel a profound sense of sadness and shame that I was born and live in a country where so many of its citizens are so selfish and mean spirited that they will go to the lengths they have to prevent all our fellow citizens (more) |
| Start leading by example |
| Dear Editor:As we all know climate change is a real problem In this year alone we have seen some drastic changes in our local weather Less snowfall and high temperatures have led to less and worse snowpack This, in turn, affects our local econo (more) |
| Carbondale skating season a blast |
| Dear Editor:The Gus Darien Ice Arena is officially closed for the season Thanks to everyone who made it another great skating year I would like to thank our ice maintenance man, Steve Groom, for all his time and effort in keeping the ice skate a (more) |
| National Geographic Traveler invites you to photograph your 'peeps in place |
| Filed under: Photos, Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Oceania, South America, Antarctica, Middle EastWho doesn't love Peeps? You know, those overly sweet sugary marshmallow concoctions that have just made their annual return to stores in time for (more) |
| All crash drivers could be tested for alcohol |
| All drivers involved in accidents could be forced to be screened for alcohol as part of moves to lower the blood alcohol driving limit being mulled by the Government Transport Minister Steven Joyce has admitted there is not enough (more) |
| More Males Filing Sexual Harassment in Workplace Claims |
| John Pilkington's boss wouldn't take no for an answer
During more than two years as a food runner at an upscale steakhouse in Scottsdale, Arizona, Pilkington says his male supervisor groped, (more) |
| Insurer Refuses Payment, Alleging Fire at North Carolina Inn Was Set |
| The company that insured a historic inn in western North Carolina is refusing to pay for damages from a fire, saying someone associated with the owners is responsible for the blaze
The owner has (more) |
| Ping An Sees No Impact on China Insurance from Prudential/AIG Deal |
| Ping An Insurance, China's No 2 insurer, said on Friday it was not concerned about a plan by Britain's Prudential to buy the Asia assets of U S insurer AIG, the market leader among foreign (more) |
| Airfare Deals and News for the Week of March 5, 2010 |
| Swiss Airlines has what may be your cheapest way to get to Europe this summer, Cathay Pacific announces low fares to Asia for spring and summer, and more airfare discounts to destinations around the world (more) |
| Hidden Gems to split in strategic move |
| A portion of the Hidden Gems Wilderness Campaign's proposal will be turned over to U S Rep Jared Polis in the next 'two or three weeks,' Wilderness Workshop Executive Director Sloan Shoemaker said Thursday Proponents of the Wilderness plan will (more) |
| Washington Lawmakers Approve JUA For Flood Insurance |
| The Washington State Senate has approved a flood insurance bill that would allow the insurance commissioner to create a market assistance plan and, if necessary, a joint underwriting association (more) |
| California To Begin Ignition Interlock Experiment |
| Beginning in July, all California drivers convicted of drunk driving in Alameda, Los Angeles, Sacramento and Tulare counties will be required to install ignition interlock devices (more) |
| New York Agent Charged with Stealing Premiums |
| A New York state insurance agent has been charged for allegedly stealing $15,400 in premiums
State police arrested Emil Feduniec, of Tuckahoe, after an investigation by the New York State (more) |
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| Oh, dear |
| Dear Editor:I am considering offering my services as 'letter to the editor' editor Many letters are so wordy and long and boring and can usually be summed up in a sentence Example:Editor:Palestine sucks Editor:Israel sucks Elizabeth Milias just (more) |
| Are Fire Pits a Liability? |
| The rise in popularity of fire pits in recent years has been dramatic The variety and growing complexity of outdoor additions has allowed a profitable industry to develop and flourish Many homeowners are realizing an appreciation in the value of th (more) |
| Senator Bunning's Universe |
| Democratic and Republican debates over unemployment benefits and health care show that the parties currently live in different universes, both intellectually and morally (more) |
| Homeowner Insurance Quotes - Change in Deductible Policy - How to Get the B |
| If you are living in a coastal state, you may be forced to pay deductible as a percentage of the damage incurred This has obvious implications for your finances Further, it also will affect the cost of your insurance policy Earlier, you used to ge (more) |
| A Final Showdown on Health Care? |
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| Florida Lawmakers Block Sprinkler Mandate for New Homes |
| A Florida House committee wants to extinguish a proposed rule that would require fire sprinklers in many newly constructed homes
The House Governmental Affairs Policy Committee voted unanimously (more) |
| Todd Hartley: I'm With Stupid |
| It's been a slow week for stupidity worldwide, with the usual assortment of dumb stories having been shoved from the headlines by earthquakes in Chile and Taiwan, killer waves in the Mediterranean and the never ending debate on health care refo (more) |
| AIG to Sell its 13.8% Stake in Transatlantic Holdings |
| American International Group said it would sell its 13 8 percent stake in reinsurer Transatlantic Holdings Inc, worth about $500 million at Thursday's closing stock price
AIG, nearly 80 percent (more) |
| Aid for Chile |
| Dear Editor:As many Aspenites may know, last Saturday a devastating earthquake shook Chile, and some places are down to the ground I know a lot of people in this wonderful valley have been to Chile many times, some even have property there As a (more) |
| Maritime Terrorism Could Have Global Economic Impact |
| Singapore said on Friday it had raised alert levels in the city state and beefed up security at its airport and new casino resorts after a warning of possible attacks on oil tankers in the Malacca (more) |
| Paul E. Anna: High Points |
| Wednesday was an inspiring day for anyone who skied Buttermilk The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Alpine Skiing World Cup Finals were taking place and the quality of competition was outstanding With all of the racing that has taken pla (more) |
| AIG Still Working Out $15 Billion Sale of Alico to MetLife |
| A tax question holding up American International Group Inc 's sale of its foreign life insurance unit to MetLife Inc is expected to be resolved favorably, clearing the way for a roughly $15 (more) |
| S&P Analyzes EU's Proposed Solvency II Regulations on 'Hybrid Capital' |
| Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has published updated assumptions for assessing European insurance hybrid capital instruments (see "Assumptions: Implications Of Solvency II Proposals For (more) |
| Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer, Founded in 1978, Announce First |
| Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer is pleased to announce that RANDALL EDWARD STRAUSS has become a partner of the firm (more) |
| Finding a Cheap Home Insurance |
| With the cost of living rising and making both ends meet become an impossible situation, most home owners think of skipping the home insurance policy However, this is really not a good idea because you may be being penny wise and pound foolish and m (more) |
| AIG Home Loan Units Deny But Settle Bias Complaints |
| Two AIG units settled federal charges that they discriminated against blacks in providing home loans and will pay at least $7 1 million for restitution and education efforts, according to court (more) |
| Mississippi Insurance Agent Tubertini Honored by Association |
| The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers (the Big "I") has awarded Mississippi insurance agent Ronnie Tubertini with the Woodworth Memorial Award, the highest honor the association bestows (more) |
| Stopping Low Airfares From Vanishing in a Click |
| When you're airfare shopping, attractive prices can vanish in a split second Here's what you can do to avoid losing that perfect fare (more) |
| Workers Comp Benefits Suspended When Worker Refuses Detox Program |
| Recently the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania upheld a ruling that workers' comp benefits can be suspended when an injured worker refuses to enter a detox program (more) |
| U.S. Health Care: First Place in Imagination |
| By what links, stats, 'facts' and metrics can I demonstrate that U S heathcare isn't TEH BEST EVAR OMG LOL! (more) |
| A Child's Allergies Are Serious but Can Be Treated Effectively |
| Many dubious remedies exist, but immunotherapy and careful cleaning to remove allergens and immunotherapy may be the best options (more) |
| Another great Buddy outing |
| Dear Editor:For the third consecutive year, the Buddy Program organized an overnight stay at Up 4 Pizza on Snowmass Mountain for a small group of Buddy Pairs with the help and support of Aspen Skiing Co As program coordinator for the Buddy Progra (more) |
| Basic Stuff You Should Know About Your Home Insurance |
| For many people, the biggest asset that they ever own will be their home, so it is especially important to have your home insured sufficiently However, many homeowners lack the knowledge and understanding require of them to properly select and buy t (more) |
| Man OK after night of tree climbing near Berthoud Pass |
| GRAND COUNTY, Colo A man rescued near Berthoud Pass on Wednesday spent the previous night moving around and climbing up and down a tree to stay warm, according to Grand County Search and Rescue officials Guang Ming Lang, a 26 year old Chinese c (more) |
| Kentucky Auto Insurance Companies Found Easily Online |
| In the past purchasing an auto insurance policy usually meant visiting offices and meeting with several agents of various companies; however, in any one geographical area, there may only be a handful of companies represented (more) |
| Celcer Joins Swett & Crawford's Dallas Branch |
| Cheryl Celcer has joined wholesale insurance provider Swett & Crawford after a nearly 30 year career with The Hartford, in which she held the position of executive select customer sales (more) |
| Massachusetts Woman's Family Sues Cosmetic Surgery Company |
| The family of a Massachusetts woman who died shortly after doctors started a cosmetic surgery procedure on her has sued the national company that was overseeing the operation
The lawsuit filed (more) |
| Return of the Roch Cup |
| Dear Editor:A hearty thank you to the Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club staff and volunteers and the Aspen Skiing Co , including Aspen Mountain Manager Peter King, snow cat drivers, ski patrol and lift attendants, for hosting the 2010 Roch Cup U S (more) |
| Wyoming Senate Kills Workplace Safety Bill |
| A bill that would have increased employer penalties for workplace safety violations died in the Wyoming State Senate
House Bill 93 had come out of a worker safety task force Gov Dave Freudenthal (more) |
| Insurance For Property Owners Letting Out Their Property |
| Many people who own property let it out to tenants However what happens when the tenants don't pay up? Usually the owners will have a mortgage to pay and need to be assured that they will get the money, shouldn't there be some kind of insurance agai (more) |
| Magnitude 6.4 Earthquake Shakes Taiwan; AIR, EQECAT Analysis |
| Catastrophe risk modeling firms AIR Worldwide and EQECAT have both issued bulletins analyzing the magnitude 6 4 earthquake that struck south central Taiwan Thursday morning at 8:20 a m local (more) |
| Gadlinks for Friday, 3.5.2010 |
| Time once again to welcome the weekend with a freshly baked loaf of Gadlinks, your go to source for what's going on in the world of travel today
World Hum's Eva Holland holds the third annual (and 'always arbitrary and thoroughly biased') Tr (more) |
| Aspen police blotter |
| ASPEN Editor's note: The following Aspen police activity was recorded from Feb 18 through March 4 The arrests do not reflect an indictment or disposition in the cases Feb 18, 5 p m Aspen police officers responded to a report of shoplifting (more) |
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