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Jazz fans eager for sounds of Detroit, Philly
29.08.2008 16:34
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About 45 minutes before the 29th Detroit International Jazz Festival kicked off late this afternoon, Detroiter Sylvester Crook was already in a seat at the Compuware Here and Now Stage at Woodward and Congress waiting for the action to start.
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Obama to speak at Hart Plaza; jazz fest crew to watch clock
29.08.2008 16:34
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Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama will speak to union members and others who participate in Detroit's Labor Day parade during a rally at 11 a.m. Monday at Hart Plaza.
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Ron Dzwonkowski: Sarah Palin's pluses
29.08.2008 09:21
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The name of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin bubbled up in the past week or so as a likely choice to be Republican presidential candidate John McCain's running mate, and supposedly knowledgeable political types were immediately dismissive. How could McCain attack Democratic nominee Barack Obama for lack of experience and then choose someone with less than two years on the job running one of the nation's least populous states? (Before that, Pahlin was mayor of Wasilla, Alaska, for six years.) How can someone with such a slim resume possibly be the proverbial "heartbeat away" from the world's most powerful job?
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Nichole M. Christian: Obama, the day after
29.08.2008 09:21
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In his acceptance speech Thursday night at the Democratic National Convention, Sen. Obama sounded very much the part of a presidential candidate preparing for the fight of his life. He made the political case, reiterating the details behind his call for change, and ending any doubt that he can fire just as hard as Republican nominee John McCain.
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GM offers retirement incentives to 9,000 U.S. salaried workers
29.08.2008 09:21
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General Motors Corp. is offering retirement incentives to 9,000 — nearly 30% — of its U.S. salaried workers, a person familiar with the plan said.
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GM offers retirement incentives to 9,000 U.S. salaried workers
29.08.2008 09:21
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General Motors Corp. is offering retirement incentives to 9,000 — nearly 30% — of its U.S. salaried workers, a person familiar with the plan said.
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Gustav pushing oil prices higher
29.08.2008 09:21
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Oil prices rose sharply today as Tropical Storm Gustav neared the Gulf of Mexico area, home to a quarter of U.S. crude supplies and 40 percent of its refining capacity.
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July incomes plunge by largest amount in 3 years
29.08.2008 07:18
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WASHINGTON -- Personal incomes plunged in July while consumer spending slowed significantly as the impact of billions of dollars in government rebate checks began to wane.
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FREE PRESS CARTOONIST MIKE THOMPSON: The spotlight
29.08.2008 02:43
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A few really quick random thoughts on Obama's 43-minute acceptance speech last night: --Is it just me, or did the stage that Senator Barrack Obama spoke on last night look an awful lot like an oversized Oval Office? --Referencing eight years of a Bush presidency, Obama encouraged an "eight is enough" chant from the crowd. Speaking of which, have you noticed that McCain bears a slight resemblance to Dick Van Patten who starred in the old sitcom by that name; especially the two men's similar comb over? --The man who introduced Obama last evening and whom PBS described as Obama's mentor, was Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois. I knew Durbin back in the 90's when I worked in the capital of Illinois, Springfield, where Durbin resides. At one point in time during my stay there, a Republican occupied the governor's office and Republicans held most of the state constitutional offices. Republicans dominated the state legislature, the county board and the city council. The mayor was a Republican and Republicans held just about every elected office of any significance in the city. Despite all this, Durbin was repeatedly elected to Congress as a Democrat. If voters are looking for someone who can bridge the divide between red and blue America, they could do a lot worse than someone who was mentored by Durbin. --Obama claimed that McCain agrees with Bush 90-percent of the time. Obama's "I don't know about you, but I not ready to take a 10-percent chance on change" was his best line of the evening. --Obama's other great line was about Republican's love for "the ownership society. Obama observed that "
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2008 DETROIT INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL: A new jazz age
29.08.2008 02:43
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Terri Pontremoli is the head of one of Detroit's most vital cultural events. The 29th annual event, which opens tonight with performances by singer Dianne Reeves and a tribute to Marvin Gaye arranged by bassist Christian McBride, runs through Monday.
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A cold look at hard times
29.08.2008 02:43
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It's a face that shows not just the years, but the miles. And when Ray Eddy quietly weeps in the opening moments of "Frozen River," the tears follow age lines formed by worry, poverty and cigarettes.
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'90210' enemies are adults now
29.08.2008 02:43
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It's true. Jennie Garth and Shannen Doherty are at peace, reuniting for the new incarnation of TV's "Beverly Hills, 90210."
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Maroon 5 brings its hits
29.08.2008 02:43
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MAROON 5 AND COUNTING CROWS: It's an offbeat combo on paper, but fans and tour officials say there's been magic in this matchup, which pairs Maroon 5's (pictured) polished, crafty soul-pop with the Crows' rootsier throwback rock. Each brings oodles of hits and -- heads-up, bachelors -- loads of female fans. San Diego five-piece Augustana opens the evening. 7 p.m., DTE Energy Music Theatre, I-75 at exit 89, Clarkston. 248-377-0100. $30-$75.
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Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix is free today
29.08.2008 02:43
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DETROIT BELLE ISLE GRAND PRIX: The Prix is free -- at least for one day! There's no admission charge for the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix today. Champion driver Emerson Fittipaldi will drive the pace car for the Detroit Sports Car Challenge on Saturday, and you can hear music from Sugar Ray on Saturday and Everclear on Sunday. Gates open at 8:30 a.m. today, Belle Isle Park, Detroit. 313-262-1800. Gates open at 8 a.m. Saturday-Sunday. $25-$155.
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More of today's best
29.08.2008 02:43
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29th Annual Detroit International Jazz Festival: 5:15-10:30 p.m. Hart Plaza, downtown riverfront, Detroit. Ann Arbor Dub Project: With Octane & Illite, King Jazzy and Kodac aka M80, 8 p.m. The Eagle Theater, 15 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-758-9770. $5.
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