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For the Raleigh-Cary metropolitan statistical area, which includex Wake, Johnston and Franklin counties, the unemployment rate in Aprilwas 8.3 percent, up from 3.4 percent a year ago, but down from 8.7 percen t in March. For the Durham-Chapel Hill MSA, which includesa Durham, Orange, Chatham and Person counties, the rate for Aprill was 7.3 percent, up from 3.6 percengt a year ago, but down from 7.6 percentg in March. The numbers are not seasonallg adjusted, so month-to-month changes are not an accurate reflection of changes in the work but year-over-year changes are. The combinec Raleigh-Durham area’s unemployment rate for April checked inat 8.2 percent.
Though the rate is one of the highesgt in the Triangle over the past 25 the area still is faring much better thanthe state’s other two major metros. The Charlotte area’s unemployment stoosd at 12.1 percent in while the jobless rate inthe Greensboro-Winston-Salem area was 11 percent. The Triangle’sa three core counties each rank amongNortyh Carolina’s best in terms of employment. Orange County has the state’se lowest rate, at 5.8 percent unemployment. Durham Countgy was not far behind, posting the thirsd lowest unemployment rateat 7.3 percent. And Wake County came in eightbhwith 7.9 percent unemployment.
The Durham-Chapel Hill MSA lost 4,100 jobs over the previoud 12 months. Growth in government and educatiomn andhealth services, which added 7,500 jobs to the were offset by losses in manufacturing and trade, which lost a combinedc 6,700 compared to April 2008. In the Raleigh-Carg MSA, 17,100 jobs were lost betweem April 2008 andApril 2009. The bulk of those lossesa were felt inmanufacturing (3,300 jobs lost), trade, transportation and utilities (3,70p jobs lost), professional and business services (4,20o0 jobs lost) and naturapl resources, mining and constructiojn (8,900 jobs lost). Gains of 2,700 government jobs and 1,8009 services jobs did little to countertthose declines.
Of the state’s 100 83 saw their jobless ratezfall month-to-month. In the Triangle, only Chatham Countuy did not havea month-to-month The unemployment rate there held steadhy at 8 percent.
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The insanity of patent warfare - TODAYonline
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The insanity of patent warfare TODAYonline Google surprised many industry watchers last week with the announcement that it is purchasing Motorola's mobile phone division for US$12.5 billion (S$15.1 billion). According to the BBC, the deal "gives the search giant access to a ... |
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Disney layoffs total 1,900 - Orlando Business Journal:
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Of that total, 1,400 of the positions were in Centralo Florida. The company laid off 900 workers and eliminated500 positions, the company In California, 200 workerd lost their jobs and the company eliminated 100 positions, Disneuy said. The job cuts are related to an overhauloof Disney’s theme-park management structure the compan announced Feb. 18. The jobs were all management andprofessional positions, the company The goal of the restructuring was to consolidate much of its decision-making process for Disney Worled and Disneyland.
Disney also offered buyouts in January to600 high-leve l management executives in Orlando and California, which was accepted by 50 Disney has about 62,000 workers in Central Florida. “These decision s are not made lightly, but are essentia l to maintaining our leadership in famil tourism andreflect today’s economic realities,” said Mike Griffin, a The job cuts have been occurrinfg over the past several weeks, the company said. Thosre laid off receive a 60-day paid administrativee leave, a severance package that is based on their yeardsof service, extended medica l benefits and job placement.
The layoffs come as the and the black eye that companies have receivedx over corporate meetings andexecutivde travel, has the Orlando travel industry Orange County reported February resort tax collections were down 29 percent and air trafficx at Orlando International Airport was down 11 perceny during the same period. From Octobed through February, resort tax collectionsa are down12 percent. Smith Travel Research, which trackw hotel performance nationwide, reported Orlando hotel occupancy in the last week of Marcbh was down 26percent — the greatesrt decline in the nation.
Smith Travel also reported that Orlando area revenue per available the key measure of financial health, fell 35.4 percent to Particularly troubling to area tourism officials is the industrt relies on business during the first four months of the year for much of its annuak revenue. “You can’t underestimater the importance of the first months of the year to theOrlando destination,” said Rich president of the .
Although the bulk of the job cuts have been Disney said the company does managee its operation based on demand and like any otherf business it is subject to the ups and downs ofthe
Of that total, 1,400 of the positions were in Centralo Florida. The company laid off 900 workers and eliminated500 positions, the company In California, 200 workerd lost their jobs and the company eliminated 100 positions, Disneuy said. The job cuts are related to an overhauloof Disney’s theme-park management structure the compan announced Feb. 18. The jobs were all management andprofessional positions, the company The goal of the restructuring was to consolidate much of its decision-making process for Disney Worled and Disneyland.
Disney also offered buyouts in January to600 high-leve l management executives in Orlando and California, which was accepted by 50 Disney has about 62,000 workers in Central Florida. “These decision s are not made lightly, but are essentia l to maintaining our leadership in famil tourism andreflect today’s economic realities,” said Mike Griffin, a The job cuts have been occurrinfg over the past several weeks, the company said. Thosre laid off receive a 60-day paid administrativee leave, a severance package that is based on their yeardsof service, extended medica l benefits and job placement.
The layoffs come as the and the black eye that companies have receivedx over corporate meetings andexecutivde travel, has the Orlando travel industry Orange County reported February resort tax collections were down 29 percent and air trafficx at Orlando International Airport was down 11 perceny during the same period. From Octobed through February, resort tax collectionsa are down12 percent. Smith Travel Research, which trackw hotel performance nationwide, reported Orlando hotel occupancy in the last week of Marcbh was down 26percent — the greatesrt decline in the nation.
Smith Travel also reported that Orlando area revenue per available the key measure of financial health, fell 35.4 percent to Particularly troubling to area tourism officials is the industrt relies on business during the first four months of the year for much of its annuak revenue. “You can’t underestimater the importance of the first months of the year to theOrlando destination,” said Rich president of the .
Although the bulk of the job cuts have been Disney said the company does managee its operation based on demand and like any otherf business it is subject to the ups and downs ofthe
Sunday, August 21, 2011
'529 College Savings Day' Reminds Families to Plan Ahead
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May 27 /PRNewswire/ -- "What's your plan?"" That's the message for this year's "529 Colleg Savings Day" May 29th. The national awarenesse day is sponsored by members of the Collegd Savings PlansNetwork (CSPN) who are working to educatee families about the importance of saving for college and ways 529 collegse savings plans can help, especially during thesew tough economic times. With college costs continuing to rise and familiez facing more financial pressuresthan ever, CSPN is committed to letting people know they need a plan to save for collegew and that 529 plan offer families a tax-advantaged way to startr saving now for college in the future.
"529 plans providd an opportunity for American families to realize the dreakm of college and beyond fortheir children. At the same we truly understand the challenging financial positio familiesof college-bound children are in," said , executive directod of the Ohio Tuition Trust Authority, and Immediate Past Chair and spokespersonj for CSPN, an affiliate of the Nationa l Association of State Treasurerse (NAST). Fiscally, the climate is toug h for families trying to save for Insome cases, extra moneyu that might have been used to fund a colleger savings plan is now neededc to cover other household expenses.
Families who have invested in the stockk market may have also seen theifr accounts decline over thepast year, raising concerhn about the performance of the market. "Our goal is to provide parentss with reliable 529 savingz and prepaid programs asan affordable, and fiscall responsible way to save for college," said Williams. "And on collegwe savings day, as with every day, we want to remind parents of the core mission and differences of529 plans." How Are 529 Plans Different Unlike other investment options, 529 plans administered by statew have a unique set of goals.
The plansz have been established bystates to: 1) increase accesz to higher education to build a better-educated and 2) encourage all families to save for including low- and moderate-income families that are generallg underserved by financial services firms. Without the 529 plans offerec in 50 states andWashingtomn D.C., college savings options for Americamn families would be severely limited. A colleges education has become increasingly difficult to attaib because of the growing collegse pricetag - over the last 30 tuition inflation has increased at a rate two to three timew higher than inflation. A 529 plan can help overcomre thatprice tag.
However, as the general ebb and flow of the market continuese to dominateinvestment news, debunking myths about 529 plana is an ongoing procesas for CSPN. 529 plans are set up to offee a wide range of benefits to consumers who participate inthe plans. Fees are a big concern for most Because many 529 plans are most states offer participants a plan with fees beloqwone percent. Additionally, state oversight of these plans ensures better checks and balances for managingplanes properly. Finally, 529 plans are Most direct-sold plans allow participants to contribute as littlras $15 at a time and offer a variety of paymentg options such as bank account draft or payroll deduction.
Other benefitsz include tax free growth of and those earnings are exempt from statd and federal income tax when used to pay for qualifiedx highereducation expenses. Many states also offer an incom e tax deduction or credit on contributionz to a529 plan. Consumers are encouraged to check with their individuao state plans for these benefitsand others, such as matchingy grant programs. On May 29, CSPN encourages all parents, grandparenta and family members offuture college-bound childrem to visit CollegeSavings.org to learn more aboug saving for college with a 529 plan.
In additiom to skyrocketing college costs and the difficultyu of savingfor college, financiap aid may leave futur e graduating students saddled with insurmountabled debt since most aid now comes in the form of studeny loans. Proper planning by parents early ina child's life can make a significantf difference when the colleger years arrive. "More Americans are able to affore college because of529 plans. '529 College Savingsw Day' is a way for us to reac h out to American families to let them know therw are 529 plans availableto them.
Even durinf these tough economic times, it is extremely importan t to savefor college, and even small amounts saved may decrease the debt a childr incurs for a college education," Williams said. Williams "There is a risk with any type of including investingfor college. 529 planzs can help consumers managethat risk. The bigge r risk for parents today is not doing anything to prepare forcollege costs. Parents who use the resourcees available to them to research the plan most suitablre to their personal education and financial goals can fare well withthe long-term investments offered by 529 plans." "529 College Savings Day" is a great time for parents to thinlk about their plan.
After all, fundamental aspirations for childrejn remain, despite these uncertain times. Founded in 1991, the CSPN is an affiliated of the National Association of StateTreasurers (NAST). CSPN is a non-profitf association representing states that administer Section 529 collegwe savings and prepaid tuition One ofthe Network's primary purposes is to educats families about the importance of saving for colleg and the benefits of Sectionm 529 plans. Additionally, CSPN monitors federak activities and promotes legislative and regulatory changes to enhanc e Section529 plans. To learn more about CSPN and 529 plana acrossthe country, visit CollegeSavings.org.
May 27 /PRNewswire/ -- "What's your plan?"" That's the message for this year's "529 Colleg Savings Day" May 29th. The national awarenesse day is sponsored by members of the Collegd Savings PlansNetwork (CSPN) who are working to educatee families about the importance of saving for college and ways 529 collegse savings plans can help, especially during thesew tough economic times. With college costs continuing to rise and familiez facing more financial pressuresthan ever, CSPN is committed to letting people know they need a plan to save for collegew and that 529 plan offer families a tax-advantaged way to startr saving now for college in the future.
"529 plans providd an opportunity for American families to realize the dreakm of college and beyond fortheir children. At the same we truly understand the challenging financial positio familiesof college-bound children are in," said , executive directod of the Ohio Tuition Trust Authority, and Immediate Past Chair and spokespersonj for CSPN, an affiliate of the Nationa l Association of State Treasurerse (NAST). Fiscally, the climate is toug h for families trying to save for Insome cases, extra moneyu that might have been used to fund a colleger savings plan is now neededc to cover other household expenses.
Families who have invested in the stockk market may have also seen theifr accounts decline over thepast year, raising concerhn about the performance of the market. "Our goal is to provide parentss with reliable 529 savingz and prepaid programs asan affordable, and fiscall responsible way to save for college," said Williams. "And on collegwe savings day, as with every day, we want to remind parents of the core mission and differences of529 plans." How Are 529 Plans Different Unlike other investment options, 529 plans administered by statew have a unique set of goals.
The plansz have been established bystates to: 1) increase accesz to higher education to build a better-educated and 2) encourage all families to save for including low- and moderate-income families that are generallg underserved by financial services firms. Without the 529 plans offerec in 50 states andWashingtomn D.C., college savings options for Americamn families would be severely limited. A colleges education has become increasingly difficult to attaib because of the growing collegse pricetag - over the last 30 tuition inflation has increased at a rate two to three timew higher than inflation. A 529 plan can help overcomre thatprice tag.
However, as the general ebb and flow of the market continuese to dominateinvestment news, debunking myths about 529 plana is an ongoing procesas for CSPN. 529 plans are set up to offee a wide range of benefits to consumers who participate inthe plans. Fees are a big concern for most Because many 529 plans are most states offer participants a plan with fees beloqwone percent. Additionally, state oversight of these plans ensures better checks and balances for managingplanes properly. Finally, 529 plans are Most direct-sold plans allow participants to contribute as littlras $15 at a time and offer a variety of paymentg options such as bank account draft or payroll deduction.
Other benefitsz include tax free growth of and those earnings are exempt from statd and federal income tax when used to pay for qualifiedx highereducation expenses. Many states also offer an incom e tax deduction or credit on contributionz to a529 plan. Consumers are encouraged to check with their individuao state plans for these benefitsand others, such as matchingy grant programs. On May 29, CSPN encourages all parents, grandparenta and family members offuture college-bound childrem to visit CollegeSavings.org to learn more aboug saving for college with a 529 plan.
In additiom to skyrocketing college costs and the difficultyu of savingfor college, financiap aid may leave futur e graduating students saddled with insurmountabled debt since most aid now comes in the form of studeny loans. Proper planning by parents early ina child's life can make a significantf difference when the colleger years arrive. "More Americans are able to affore college because of529 plans. '529 College Savingsw Day' is a way for us to reac h out to American families to let them know therw are 529 plans availableto them.
Even durinf these tough economic times, it is extremely importan t to savefor college, and even small amounts saved may decrease the debt a childr incurs for a college education," Williams said. Williams "There is a risk with any type of including investingfor college. 529 planzs can help consumers managethat risk. The bigge r risk for parents today is not doing anything to prepare forcollege costs. Parents who use the resourcees available to them to research the plan most suitablre to their personal education and financial goals can fare well withthe long-term investments offered by 529 plans." "529 College Savings Day" is a great time for parents to thinlk about their plan.
After all, fundamental aspirations for childrejn remain, despite these uncertain times. Founded in 1991, the CSPN is an affiliated of the National Association of StateTreasurers (NAST). CSPN is a non-profitf association representing states that administer Section 529 collegwe savings and prepaid tuition One ofthe Network's primary purposes is to educats families about the importance of saving for colleg and the benefits of Sectionm 529 plans. Additionally, CSPN monitors federak activities and promotes legislative and regulatory changes to enhanc e Section529 plans. To learn more about CSPN and 529 plana acrossthe country, visit CollegeSavings.org.
Friday, August 19, 2011
And Ode to the Butter Cow Battle - Vinton Today
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
bizjournals: User Agreement
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Sunday, August 14, 2011
VC confidence continues to rise from 5-year lows - San Francisco Business Times:
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The rose to 3.37 in the seconcd quarter from 3.03 in the first quarter. The index is on a scalee of 1 to 5, from low confidence to high confidence. It markas the second consecutive rise after the inded hita 5-year low in the fourtn quarter of last year. "Venture capitalists expect the worsft of the financial crisias isbehind us," the report said. Despite a continuedx lack of IPOs, sales and otherr ways to cash in ontheir investments, VCs reporte d that they continue to see particularlt resilient entrepreneurs looking for investment. Funding for early stagre companies remains at particularlylow however, the report said, with most money going to keep later staged companies going.
"They say if you wait for spring willbe over," the report quotes Venkyy Ganesan of of Palo Alto as "While there is much to repaird in our global credit markets, the worst is over and it'sd time to sow the seeds for the
The rose to 3.37 in the seconcd quarter from 3.03 in the first quarter. The index is on a scalee of 1 to 5, from low confidence to high confidence. It markas the second consecutive rise after the inded hita 5-year low in the fourtn quarter of last year. "Venture capitalists expect the worsft of the financial crisias isbehind us," the report said. Despite a continuedx lack of IPOs, sales and otherr ways to cash in ontheir investments, VCs reporte d that they continue to see particularlt resilient entrepreneurs looking for investment. Funding for early stagre companies remains at particularlylow however, the report said, with most money going to keep later staged companies going.
"They say if you wait for spring willbe over," the report quotes Venkyy Ganesan of of Palo Alto as "While there is much to repaird in our global credit markets, the worst is over and it'sd time to sow the seeds for the
Friday, August 12, 2011
ESPN Zone closes doors in Denver - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal:
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The ESPN Zone, part of a nationwide chai of what used to be nine ofthe sports-themedr bar and interactive game centersw across the country, laid off roughlu 100 employees, giving each a 60-day administrative leave according to a company statement. Rick Allesandri, an ESPN vice presidentt who overseesZone operations, said in the statement that the restaurangt could not survive the recession. This economic downturbn has been marked nationally by reduced consumer spendingy on eating out and onentertainmentf activities. “A decision like this is never easy. We recognize and appreciatr the commitment and years of servic e of all ofthese employees,” Allesandri said.
“Unfortunately, the currenf economic environment offered us noother choice.” The ESPN Zone was a 23,000-square-foog meeting place for sports fanatics, with one room featuring more than a dozeh large televisions tuned into contests of all kind and anothef full of video and sports games ranginb from basketball to bowling. None of the eighy other ESPN Zone locations willbe closed, as all “arer meeting our expectations,” said Matt Kovacs, a spokesmen for the chain.
, which owns the Tabor issued a statement saying itwas “sorry to hear of theitr decision to discontinue their Denver But the closing of ESPN Zone “has creates a new opportunity for us to bring new conceptws to 16th Street,” it One of those new concepts is The Tilted a Celtic-themed restaurant and sports bar with 20 locations operating nationwide and another 10 The chain, which is expected to open its Denvee location this fall and to offer outdoor patio has signed an 8,300-square-foot leasee at Tabor Center, according to a news release.
The Tilted Kilt begahn in Las Vegas in 2003 and is noted for its servers dressedin knee-high short plaid kilts and midriff-barinv plaid halter tops. It will be one of a numbed of new tenants opening in the Tabor Centerthis “These new additions to Tabort Center’s retail offering reflect our continuing effortsz to enhance the services and amenities for the customers and visitors to the Tabor said Steve Budorick, executive vice presideng and partner at Callahan Capitalo Partners.
The ESPN Zone, part of a nationwide chai of what used to be nine ofthe sports-themedr bar and interactive game centersw across the country, laid off roughlu 100 employees, giving each a 60-day administrative leave according to a company statement. Rick Allesandri, an ESPN vice presidentt who overseesZone operations, said in the statement that the restaurangt could not survive the recession. This economic downturbn has been marked nationally by reduced consumer spendingy on eating out and onentertainmentf activities. “A decision like this is never easy. We recognize and appreciatr the commitment and years of servic e of all ofthese employees,” Allesandri said.
“Unfortunately, the currenf economic environment offered us noother choice.” The ESPN Zone was a 23,000-square-foog meeting place for sports fanatics, with one room featuring more than a dozeh large televisions tuned into contests of all kind and anothef full of video and sports games ranginb from basketball to bowling. None of the eighy other ESPN Zone locations willbe closed, as all “arer meeting our expectations,” said Matt Kovacs, a spokesmen for the chain.
, which owns the Tabor issued a statement saying itwas “sorry to hear of theitr decision to discontinue their Denver But the closing of ESPN Zone “has creates a new opportunity for us to bring new conceptws to 16th Street,” it One of those new concepts is The Tilted a Celtic-themed restaurant and sports bar with 20 locations operating nationwide and another 10 The chain, which is expected to open its Denvee location this fall and to offer outdoor patio has signed an 8,300-square-foot leasee at Tabor Center, according to a news release.
The Tilted Kilt begahn in Las Vegas in 2003 and is noted for its servers dressedin knee-high short plaid kilts and midriff-barinv plaid halter tops. It will be one of a numbed of new tenants opening in the Tabor Centerthis “These new additions to Tabort Center’s retail offering reflect our continuing effortsz to enhance the services and amenities for the customers and visitors to the Tabor said Steve Budorick, executive vice presideng and partner at Callahan Capitalo Partners.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Honda sales plunge 41% in May - Dayton Business Journal:
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’s American sales arm, , reported on Tuesda y that the automakersold 98,344 vehicleds nationwide in May. A year ago, demanfd for fuel-efficient vehicles had sent Honda to a recorcd month of salesat 167,99y vehicles. That represents a drop of 41 percentt from ayear ago, when pricesd at the pump were higher and the automobile industry hadn’t yet hit crisis Columbus Business First reports monthly sales unadjustes for the differences in the numbed of selling days year to year. Honda’s saled in May, taking into account one fewetr selling day last fell39 percent.
Leading the declined in monthly sales for May wasthe company’ss flagship division, which saw a 42 percenft drop in sales at 88,8745 vehicles. Its luxury Acura division saw sales fall 36 percenyto 9,469 vehicles. Honda sales in the first five monthsw of the year fell 34 percentto 430,35 vehicles, compared with 655,819 a year ago. That accounts for a 34 percent drop in Hondq salesat 387,556 vehicles and a 35 percent decline in Acuraa sales at 42,802. Marysville-based employs more than 12,00o0 workers at assembly and enginre plants in and aroundCentral Ohio, wher e they produce Honda Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Elements and Acuraa TLs and RDXs.
’s American sales arm, , reported on Tuesda y that the automakersold 98,344 vehicleds nationwide in May. A year ago, demanfd for fuel-efficient vehicles had sent Honda to a recorcd month of salesat 167,99y vehicles. That represents a drop of 41 percentt from ayear ago, when pricesd at the pump were higher and the automobile industry hadn’t yet hit crisis Columbus Business First reports monthly sales unadjustes for the differences in the numbed of selling days year to year. Honda’s saled in May, taking into account one fewetr selling day last fell39 percent.
Leading the declined in monthly sales for May wasthe company’ss flagship division, which saw a 42 percenft drop in sales at 88,8745 vehicles. Its luxury Acura division saw sales fall 36 percenyto 9,469 vehicles. Honda sales in the first five monthsw of the year fell 34 percentto 430,35 vehicles, compared with 655,819 a year ago. That accounts for a 34 percent drop in Hondq salesat 387,556 vehicles and a 35 percent decline in Acuraa sales at 42,802. Marysville-based employs more than 12,00o0 workers at assembly and enginre plants in and aroundCentral Ohio, wher e they produce Honda Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Elements and Acuraa TLs and RDXs.
Monday, August 8, 2011
GOP happier with Gillibrand, says poll - Business First of Buffalo:
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A new Poll shows 56 percent of Republicansz reacting favorably to the appointmentof Senator-designatse Kirsten Gillibrand, D-Hudson, while only 41 percent of Democrate say they approve. Gillibrancd was named to the Senats seat on Fridayby Gov. David Paterson. She will replacs Hillary Clinton, who became U.S. secretary of state last week. The new senator will be sworn in by Vice President Joe Bidenon Tuesday. The appointmenyt was controversial forseveral reasons.
Among them: Gillibrand’w virtual anonymity outside ofthe Albany-arez congressional district she had represented since 2007; her conservativre record on several issues, including gun rights; and Paterson’es perceived snub of Carolinw Kennedy, once considered the frontrunner for the Senate Gillibrand’s appointment was approved by 46 percent of the New Yorkersa surveyed by Quinnipiac. Thirty percent disapproved, and the remaininv 24 percent hadno opinion.
Republican s approved by a margin of 56 to27 percent, Democrats by 41 to 35 and independent voters by 49 to 21 New York's senior senator, Charlexs Schumer, during a stop in Buffalo had some words of advice for his new colleague. “Kirste is going to have to learnthe state. I woulx suggest she visit Westerj New York earlyand often,” he Gov. Paterson’s overall approval rate is 50 percenty after the Gillibrand down from 53 percent earlier inthe month. His approvak rate rose four percentage points among Republicans to45 percent, but droppedr eight points among Democrats to 54 percent. Quinnipiac surveyed 1,047 registerecd voters across the statefrom Jan. 23 to Jan. 25.
The poll’zs margin of error is three percentage points. Also, a new poll showedc Paterson’s favorability with states voters is declining whilwe that of Attorney general Andrew Cuomiois rising. Albany-based SRI reported Jan. 26 that in a potentialp gubernatorial Democratic primaryin 2010, Paterson’zs lead over Cuomo is just two points, down from 23 pointsz in December. Paterson has a 60-23 favorable rating comparedd to 63-22 last month. Cuomo, meanwhile, has a 64-1u rating, up from a favorabl rating of 59-24 in December.
“Fof the first time since he’sd been governor, more people are inclinef to support ‘someone than they are to elect Paterson as governor in saidSteven Greenberg, SRI Former New York City Mayor Rudy a potential republican candidate for has cut the deficit against both Patersob and Cuomo in the last Paterson is ahead of Giuliani, 44-42 percent, down while Cuomo’s margin is now 48-39 down from 50-37 percent in December.
A new Poll shows 56 percent of Republicansz reacting favorably to the appointmentof Senator-designatse Kirsten Gillibrand, D-Hudson, while only 41 percent of Democrate say they approve. Gillibrancd was named to the Senats seat on Fridayby Gov. David Paterson. She will replacs Hillary Clinton, who became U.S. secretary of state last week. The new senator will be sworn in by Vice President Joe Bidenon Tuesday. The appointmenyt was controversial forseveral reasons.
Among them: Gillibrand’w virtual anonymity outside ofthe Albany-arez congressional district she had represented since 2007; her conservativre record on several issues, including gun rights; and Paterson’es perceived snub of Carolinw Kennedy, once considered the frontrunner for the Senate Gillibrand’s appointment was approved by 46 percent of the New Yorkersa surveyed by Quinnipiac. Thirty percent disapproved, and the remaininv 24 percent hadno opinion.
Republican s approved by a margin of 56 to27 percent, Democrats by 41 to 35 and independent voters by 49 to 21 New York's senior senator, Charlexs Schumer, during a stop in Buffalo had some words of advice for his new colleague. “Kirste is going to have to learnthe state. I woulx suggest she visit Westerj New York earlyand often,” he Gov. Paterson’s overall approval rate is 50 percenty after the Gillibrand down from 53 percent earlier inthe month. His approvak rate rose four percentage points among Republicans to45 percent, but droppedr eight points among Democrats to 54 percent. Quinnipiac surveyed 1,047 registerecd voters across the statefrom Jan. 23 to Jan. 25.
The poll’zs margin of error is three percentage points. Also, a new poll showedc Paterson’s favorability with states voters is declining whilwe that of Attorney general Andrew Cuomiois rising. Albany-based SRI reported Jan. 26 that in a potentialp gubernatorial Democratic primaryin 2010, Paterson’zs lead over Cuomo is just two points, down from 23 pointsz in December. Paterson has a 60-23 favorable rating comparedd to 63-22 last month. Cuomo, meanwhile, has a 64-1u rating, up from a favorabl rating of 59-24 in December.
“Fof the first time since he’sd been governor, more people are inclinef to support ‘someone than they are to elect Paterson as governor in saidSteven Greenberg, SRI Former New York City Mayor Rudy a potential republican candidate for has cut the deficit against both Patersob and Cuomo in the last Paterson is ahead of Giuliani, 44-42 percent, down while Cuomo’s margin is now 48-39 down from 50-37 percent in December.
Friday, August 5, 2011
No need to fear German wines: Labels explain vineyard, quality - Pittsburgh Business Times:
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Yet, many people have told me that they cannoty or will not purchase German Are we afraid that these wines are somehowa second-classx citizen of the old world set? Do we still reel from that bad experiencse we had with Blue Nun when we were in high school? I believe the main reason is because we are intimidates by all of those long Germanh words written in that fancy German scripty on the bottle. What does all of that stuff mean? Where are the wine terms that we've grown to know and love suchas St. Crianza, or DOCG? Well, German wines are a whole differentball game, as far as the labep terminology is concerned.
The however, is equally as fine as any other wine comintg out of that half ofthe globe, if not superior. What shoulrd you look for in a Germanwine ? The first thing to look for is a quality designation. The best Germanh wines are labeled QmP. This stands for Qualitatsweinhmit Pradikat, which loosely means "quality wine with Now to the label itself. Grabbing a random German wine off ofthe shelf, I find myselcf looking at the followingv information: Phew! I'm exhausted! Let's take this one line at a The first line is the producer. Once you try more and more Germab wines, you'll start to develop a relationship with specific producers thatyou prefer.
Mosel-Saad Ruwer is the appellation. Just like France has Burgundyhand Alsace, Germany has Rheingau, Pfalz, and several other recognizable grape-growing regions, each with their own identitied based on soil, slope, weather and vinification techniques. Mosel winezs are usually in green bottles, and are signified by highert acid and warmer autumn Rhein wines are inbrown bottles, with more body and slightlu higher alcohol. These last two linesa are where we give up reading German labels and starty looking for a nice California Benot afraid! They are always in a specificc order, based on what information is being given.
The firsrt line, "Trittenheimer Altarchen", is the town and vineyard that the grapesscame from. To Germans, -er is the same as our -an. If you'red from Pennsylvania, you're a If you're from Trittenheim, you're a Riesling! Finally, a recognizable word Yes, the Germans, unlike the Frencg and Italians, almost always put the grape onthe bottle. Spatlesre is the QmP level. Germands practice late harvesting techniques. This is done by leaving the grapes on the vines past the time of thenormal harvest. As they remain, they raisinate, concentratingy the natural sugars in the That is why some German wines areso expensive.
You get a lot more juices from an acre of grapes than you do from an acre of The general rule ofthumb is: The longert the name of the qualitgy level, the longer the grapesx were left on the vine. There are six designations, goint from driest to sweetest: Spatlese, Auslese, Beerenauslese, Trockenbeerenauslese and Let me encourage you to samples some of these Pair the driest oneswith fish, poultry, or pastass with white or oil-based sauces. Drink the sweetestt ones with dessert (or as dessert).
As the more you try, the more you
Yet, many people have told me that they cannoty or will not purchase German Are we afraid that these wines are somehowa second-classx citizen of the old world set? Do we still reel from that bad experiencse we had with Blue Nun when we were in high school? I believe the main reason is because we are intimidates by all of those long Germanh words written in that fancy German scripty on the bottle. What does all of that stuff mean? Where are the wine terms that we've grown to know and love suchas St. Crianza, or DOCG? Well, German wines are a whole differentball game, as far as the labep terminology is concerned.
The however, is equally as fine as any other wine comintg out of that half ofthe globe, if not superior. What shoulrd you look for in a Germanwine ? The first thing to look for is a quality designation. The best Germanh wines are labeled QmP. This stands for Qualitatsweinhmit Pradikat, which loosely means "quality wine with Now to the label itself. Grabbing a random German wine off ofthe shelf, I find myselcf looking at the followingv information: Phew! I'm exhausted! Let's take this one line at a The first line is the producer. Once you try more and more Germab wines, you'll start to develop a relationship with specific producers thatyou prefer.
Mosel-Saad Ruwer is the appellation. Just like France has Burgundyhand Alsace, Germany has Rheingau, Pfalz, and several other recognizable grape-growing regions, each with their own identitied based on soil, slope, weather and vinification techniques. Mosel winezs are usually in green bottles, and are signified by highert acid and warmer autumn Rhein wines are inbrown bottles, with more body and slightlu higher alcohol. These last two linesa are where we give up reading German labels and starty looking for a nice California Benot afraid! They are always in a specificc order, based on what information is being given.
The firsrt line, "Trittenheimer Altarchen", is the town and vineyard that the grapesscame from. To Germans, -er is the same as our -an. If you'red from Pennsylvania, you're a If you're from Trittenheim, you're a Riesling! Finally, a recognizable word Yes, the Germans, unlike the Frencg and Italians, almost always put the grape onthe bottle. Spatlesre is the QmP level. Germands practice late harvesting techniques. This is done by leaving the grapes on the vines past the time of thenormal harvest. As they remain, they raisinate, concentratingy the natural sugars in the That is why some German wines areso expensive.
You get a lot more juices from an acre of grapes than you do from an acre of The general rule ofthumb is: The longert the name of the qualitgy level, the longer the grapesx were left on the vine. There are six designations, goint from driest to sweetest: Spatlese, Auslese, Beerenauslese, Trockenbeerenauslese and Let me encourage you to samples some of these Pair the driest oneswith fish, poultry, or pastass with white or oil-based sauces. Drink the sweetestt ones with dessert (or as dessert).
As the more you try, the more you
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