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"We see it in a broad sense. What we'ves noticed is that female students who applyu here tend to havehigher grade-point averagesd in high school," says Christopher Dearth, director of admissionzs at . "That has been the case for Overall in theUnited States, adolescenf females outperform adolescent males," says Karen assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction at the Grands Island Central School District. A new Businesws First study corroborates their Girls have a definite edge in the as shown by an analysias of WesternNew York's top studentss and the region's standardized test scores. 1.
Girlsx outnumber boys in the rank s of elite students The 100 members ofBusinessw First's 2009 All-Western New York Academic announced earlier this week, are hailed as the best and brightest high schooll seniors in the eight-county region. This year's honorees include 62 girls and38 boys. The imbalance is even more pronouncee on theFirst Team, which consists of the 25 Academicd Team members judged to have the strongest record s of classroom success, leadership skills and community involvement.
Seventeen of the 2009 Firsf Teamers -- 68 percent -- are The Academic Team was chosen through a blinrd process designed to remove The selection committee was given an editefd summary ofeach candidate's qualifications. Nominees' names and schools were removedr fromthose forms, as was any informationb that might indicate gender or But the odds nonetheless favored the selectiohn of girls over boys. That'sa because Western New York high schools submitted 254 female students forthe panel'x consideration, compared to 134 males. Each school was limitefd to four nominees, a way of encouraging them to submiy only theirbest candidates.
Twenty-five high schools nominated four Only five schools submittedfour males. 2. Girlxs outscore boys on most standardized exams Business First analyzed a battery of 13 statewide teste duringthe 2007-2008 academic year, includinf English, math and science exams in fourty and eighth grades; social studiesx exams in fifth and eighth grades; and Regentx exams in English, math, science, global history and U.S. The girls in Westernm New York's 98 school districts, taken did better than boys on nine of those 13 tests. The biggest disparity occurred on the eightuh gradeEnglish exam. Two-thirds of the region's girls (66.
i percent) demonstrated basic skillsx on that testlast year, compared to 52.2 percengt of the boys, a gap of 14.6 percentag points. (Any student who reaches Level 3 or 4 on an elementarhy or middleschool test, or who score 65 or better on a Regents exam, is defined as having basic skills.) Girls beat the boys by at leasf one percentage point on four other tests: fourth gradd English (a gap of 8.8 percentage points), eighth grad math (4.4 points), Regents English (2.7 and Regents math (1.2 points). There were only two testsa on which boys beat girls by a margin of at leastone point: eighthy grade science (1.5 and fourth grade science (1.0 points). 3.
Girls outperforjm boys in most school districts Businessx First used the same 13 tests to measure the gendeer gap in all98 districts. Boys or girlsa were given a point each time they did bettet than the other side in reaching either the basic orsuperiord level. (Any student who hits Level 4 in elementary ormiddlr school, or who scores 85 or highee on a Regents exam, is said to have superior skills.) The maximum possible score was 26 points. Femalexs took the upper hand in 67 while males had the advantage injust 24. The remaininhg seven were draws. Western New York's biggestg mismatch occurred inGrand Island, where girls won 21 pointes to the boys' five.
Other strongholds for girlas were Alden, Letchworth and Medina, wherse they earned 20 points apiece, and Akron, Kenmore-Tonawanda and Silve r Creek at 19points each. Boys were strongest in Cheektowaga-Sloan and where they came away with 19 of 26possible points. Next were Clarence and LeRoy, where males won 18
Monday, August 30, 2010
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Target, Kohl
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Macy’s Inc. reported a 9.1 percent drop in same-stor e sales in May. The Cincinnati-based department store chain said sales at stores open at leasft a year are in line with management Total sales declinedto $1.7 billion from $1.9 billion a year ago, or 9.5 percent. For the Macy’s said its same-store sales declined by 9.1 percent , with totalp sales down 9.5 percent, to $6.9 billion from $7.7 Minneapolis-based , meanwhile, reported Thursday that its May same-storse sales fell 6.1 percent from the same montuh ayear ago. Total sales, at $4.56 were down 2.3 percent from May 2008.
Targeft (NYSE: TGT) CEO Gregg Steinhafel said in a statement Maysalesx “were somewhat below our And Kohl’s Corp. said its comparable store sales in May decreasedby 0.4 percent — but total sales increased 4.1 percent, bettet than management had expected. The Menomonee Falls, Wisc.-basedr retailer (NYSE: KSS) said Thursday that sales for the four-weekl month ending May 31 were $1.26 compared with $1.21 billion in the same period of 2008. Year-to-datew sales also are ahead of 2008at $4.9 compared with $4.8 billiohn in 2008, an increase of 1.3 percent. Comparable store saleds year-to-date decreased 3.2 percent, Kohl’s said.
“May’xs sales results were strongerthan planned,” Kohl’e CEO Kevin Mansell said in a statement. “Accessoried was the strongest performing line of business forthe month. The Southwes t region had a positive comparable store sales increase for May and was agai n ourstrongest region. The Southeasy remains our mostchallenging region.” The three companiews have at least 21 stores in Greater Baltimoree combined. Retailers have been strugglinyg to attract parsimonious shoppers while not giving away the store throughdeep discounts, a strategy that erodez profit margins.
But recent reports regarding rising manufacturing activity and home sales gave a lift to retai l stocks earlier in the week the hope is that consumers may be encouraged to go out and splurgr on a fewsummer items.
Macy’s Inc. reported a 9.1 percent drop in same-stor e sales in May. The Cincinnati-based department store chain said sales at stores open at leasft a year are in line with management Total sales declinedto $1.7 billion from $1.9 billion a year ago, or 9.5 percent. For the Macy’s said its same-store sales declined by 9.1 percent , with totalp sales down 9.5 percent, to $6.9 billion from $7.7 Minneapolis-based , meanwhile, reported Thursday that its May same-storse sales fell 6.1 percent from the same montuh ayear ago. Total sales, at $4.56 were down 2.3 percent from May 2008.
Targeft (NYSE: TGT) CEO Gregg Steinhafel said in a statement Maysalesx “were somewhat below our And Kohl’s Corp. said its comparable store sales in May decreasedby 0.4 percent — but total sales increased 4.1 percent, bettet than management had expected. The Menomonee Falls, Wisc.-basedr retailer (NYSE: KSS) said Thursday that sales for the four-weekl month ending May 31 were $1.26 compared with $1.21 billion in the same period of 2008. Year-to-datew sales also are ahead of 2008at $4.9 compared with $4.8 billiohn in 2008, an increase of 1.3 percent. Comparable store saleds year-to-date decreased 3.2 percent, Kohl’s said.
“May’xs sales results were strongerthan planned,” Kohl’e CEO Kevin Mansell said in a statement. “Accessoried was the strongest performing line of business forthe month. The Southwes t region had a positive comparable store sales increase for May and was agai n ourstrongest region. The Southeasy remains our mostchallenging region.” The three companiews have at least 21 stores in Greater Baltimoree combined. Retailers have been strugglinyg to attract parsimonious shoppers while not giving away the store throughdeep discounts, a strategy that erodez profit margins.
But recent reports regarding rising manufacturing activity and home sales gave a lift to retai l stocks earlier in the week the hope is that consumers may be encouraged to go out and splurgr on a fewsummer items.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Power plants with own coal mines under CEA scrutiny - Economic Times
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Power plants with own coal mines under CEA scrutiny Economic Times The environment ministry has categorised major coal mining areas in the country as “go†and “no go†areas, specifying regions where mining can be permitted ... |
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Burnham ramps up scientist recruitment - Orlando Business Journal:
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That’s the message Dr. Daniel Kelly, scientific directort of Burnham at Lake gave to nearly 200 business leadere at the May 1Power Breakfast. In the past 18 months, Burnham’ds new east coast campus — which will focus on obesity and cardiovascularresearch — has recruitee about a dozen lead scientists and more than 75 totalk workers. Its vision for 2016 is to have abouf 30 lead scientists and their teams and have a totapl staff of about300 people, Kelly said. Top scientista will help grow the medicak community as they develop partnerships with local universitiesand hospitals.
Incubator and spinoffsw of new biotech and other health care industrieswill follow, but may take a bit longere to materialize until the availability of venture capitapl rebounds, he said. Burnham at Lake Nona also planx to do moretranslational research, typically the domainm of pharmaceutical laboratories, to accelerate drug discoverh and the development of diagnostic markers. It hired Stephenm J. Gardell as director of translational researchh resources in April to leadthe institute’s efforts to move its researc discoveries to trial and applicatiobn more quickly. “We’ve had a number of importanyt conversations with bigpharma groups,” said Kelly.
Burnham began moving into its new 178,000 square-footr building and out of its temporary home atthe ' headquarters Apri l 22. Eventually located near Burnham will be a new VAMedicalp Center, College of Medicine and Health Sciences and research center. Burnham, a nonprofit institute with operations in Californizaand Florida, ranks among the top four institutionas nationally for NIH grant funding. It has established major research programsin neurodegeneration, diabetes, infectious and inflammatory and childhood diseases and is also known for its capabilities in stem cell researcnh and drug discovery technologies.
That’s the message Dr. Daniel Kelly, scientific directort of Burnham at Lake gave to nearly 200 business leadere at the May 1Power Breakfast. In the past 18 months, Burnham’ds new east coast campus — which will focus on obesity and cardiovascularresearch — has recruitee about a dozen lead scientists and more than 75 totalk workers. Its vision for 2016 is to have abouf 30 lead scientists and their teams and have a totapl staff of about300 people, Kelly said. Top scientista will help grow the medicak community as they develop partnerships with local universitiesand hospitals.
Incubator and spinoffsw of new biotech and other health care industrieswill follow, but may take a bit longere to materialize until the availability of venture capitapl rebounds, he said. Burnham at Lake Nona also planx to do moretranslational research, typically the domainm of pharmaceutical laboratories, to accelerate drug discoverh and the development of diagnostic markers. It hired Stephenm J. Gardell as director of translational researchh resources in April to leadthe institute’s efforts to move its researc discoveries to trial and applicatiobn more quickly. “We’ve had a number of importanyt conversations with bigpharma groups,” said Kelly.
Burnham began moving into its new 178,000 square-footr building and out of its temporary home atthe ' headquarters Apri l 22. Eventually located near Burnham will be a new VAMedicalp Center, College of Medicine and Health Sciences and research center. Burnham, a nonprofit institute with operations in Californizaand Florida, ranks among the top four institutionas nationally for NIH grant funding. It has established major research programsin neurodegeneration, diabetes, infectious and inflammatory and childhood diseases and is also known for its capabilities in stem cell researcnh and drug discovery technologies.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Bakers issued
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“Although we are disappointed withour auditors’ repory that will be filed in our Form we understand that their professionalp standards limit their abilitg to assume continued positive sales and operating he said in a statement. “We strongly and respectfullh disagree with this view of our We foresee positive sales trends continuing durintgfiscal 2009. In addition, we believe ’s decision to amened and extend our credit agreement demonstrates their confidence in and continued supportfor Bakers.” Bakers reported Wednesday that its sales increased in the fourth quarted but its profit dropped. Sales were $55.5 up 1.3 percent from $54.
7 millio during the same quarter ayear ago. Comparable store sales increased 3.6 percent, compared to a decrease of 6.8 percent in the prior-yeat period. But profit dropped to down from $7.3 million in the fourthj quarterlast year, which included a gain of $4.8 millio from the early terminationm of an operating lease. For the fiscal year enderd Jan. 31, Bakers posted sales of $183.7 down from $186.3 million the previous and comparable store salesincreased 0.5 compared to a 12.3 percent decrease in fisca 2007. For 2008, the company lost $15 million, compared to a loss of $17.7y million in fiscal 2007.
Bakerd also announced Wednesday that it has promoterd CharlesDaniel III, currently its vice president of to executive vice president and chief financial officer. St. Louis-basefd Bakers Footwear Group (Nasdaq: BKRS) is a mall-base d retailer of moderately priced footwear and accessoriewfor women. It operates stores undefr the Bakers and Wild Pair with 240stores open.
“Although we are disappointed withour auditors’ repory that will be filed in our Form we understand that their professionalp standards limit their abilitg to assume continued positive sales and operating he said in a statement. “We strongly and respectfullh disagree with this view of our We foresee positive sales trends continuing durintgfiscal 2009. In addition, we believe ’s decision to amened and extend our credit agreement demonstrates their confidence in and continued supportfor Bakers.” Bakers reported Wednesday that its sales increased in the fourth quarted but its profit dropped. Sales were $55.5 up 1.3 percent from $54.
7 millio during the same quarter ayear ago. Comparable store sales increased 3.6 percent, compared to a decrease of 6.8 percent in the prior-yeat period. But profit dropped to down from $7.3 million in the fourthj quarterlast year, which included a gain of $4.8 millio from the early terminationm of an operating lease. For the fiscal year enderd Jan. 31, Bakers posted sales of $183.7 down from $186.3 million the previous and comparable store salesincreased 0.5 compared to a 12.3 percent decrease in fisca 2007. For 2008, the company lost $15 million, compared to a loss of $17.7y million in fiscal 2007.
Bakerd also announced Wednesday that it has promoterd CharlesDaniel III, currently its vice president of to executive vice president and chief financial officer. St. Louis-basefd Bakers Footwear Group (Nasdaq: BKRS) is a mall-base d retailer of moderately priced footwear and accessoriewfor women. It operates stores undefr the Bakers and Wild Pair with 240stores open.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Iran's first nuclear plant begins fueling - CNN
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Telegraph.co.uk | Iran's first nuclear plant begins fueling CNN By the CNN Wire Staff A file photo dated February 25, 2009, of an Iranian security guard outside the Bushehr nuclear power plant. (CNN) -- Iran began fueling its first nuclear energy plant in the southern city of Bushehr on Saturday, the nation's state ... Iran Launches First Nuclear Power Plant Iran starts up nuclear plant Iran Joins Nuclear Power Club as Russia Starts Reactor Under UN's Watch |
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans Thinks Obama Is Muslim, Survey Shows - FOXNews
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FOXNews | Nearly 1 in 5 Americans Thinks Obama Is Muslim, Survey Shows FOXNews AP Aug. 18: President Barack Obama gestures as he speaks during a reception at the Columbus Anthenaem in Columbus, Ohio. A recent poll shows an increase in the number of Americans who incorrectly believe that Obama is a Muslim. ... Americans uncertain about Obama's faith Poll shows more Americans think Obama is a Muslim AP poll: BP image recovering from spill, still low |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Calif. gays must wait to wed during Prop 8 appeal - The Associated Press
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CBC.ca | Calif. gays must wait to wed during Prop 8 appeal The Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO â€" Gay couples who had been gearing up to get married in California this week had to put their wedding plans on hold once again after a federal appeals court said it first wanted to consider the constitutionality of the state's same-sex ... Activists vow to fight on after court puts same-sex marriages on hold California Gay Marriage Ban Will Continue During Court Appeal Court Extends Stay on » |
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Obama, daughter swim in Gulf in act of reassurance - AFP
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Reuters | Obama, daughter swim in Gulf in act of reassurance AFP PANAMA CITY, Florida â€" US President Barack Obama and his daughter have taken a dip in the Gulf of Mexico in an attempt to reassure Americans that, despite a massive oil spill, its waters remain safe for tourists. The president, First Lady Michelle ... Obama gives personal assurances of Gulf's safety Obama takes off shirt again, swims in Gulf Obama takes plunge, swims in Gulf |
Friday, August 13, 2010
Iran nuclear plant start date set - BBC News
Ha'aretz | Iran nuclear plant start date set BBC News Russia says it will undertake a key step next week towards starting up a reactor at Iran's first nuclear power station. Russia's state atomic corporation, which is building the plant, said engineers will begin loading the Bushehr reactor with fuel. ... Russia says to start up Iran Bushehr plant Aug 21 Iran to launch first nuclear power plant Iran reactor to be fueled Aug. 21 |
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Sen. Michael Bennet fends off primary challenge in Colorado - Washington Post
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Monday, August 9, 2010
Saturday, August 7, 2010
6 Americans among 10 charity workers killed in Taliban ambush - Los Angeles Times
The Hindu | 6 Americans among 10 charity workers killed in Taliban ambush Los Angeles Times The medical team had been providing eye care to villagers in a remote area of northern Afghanistan. Insurgents claim responsibility for one of the worst attacks on civilians in the war. By Laura King, Los Angeles Times Taliban fighters ambushed and ... 10 Aid Workers, Including 6 Americans, Killed in Afghanistan British doctor and nine others killed in Afghanistan ambush Afghanistan war: Deadly ambush of medical mission roils one of safest provinces |
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Thursday, August 5, 2010
Everything you need to know about blood diamonds - The Guardian
Telegraph.co.uk | Everything you need to know about blood diamonds The Guardian What are blood diamonds? Blood diamonds, also known as conflict diamonds, are defined by the UN as gems that originate from areas controlled by forces or factions opposed to legitimate and internation » |
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
New York City Panel Clears Way for Mosque Near Ground Zero - FOXNews
The Guardian (blog) | New York City Panel Clears Way for Mosque Near Ground Zero FOXNews Aug. 2: Some critics of the planned mosque, including Linda Rivera, of Manhattan, claim it disrespects the memory of Sept. 11 victims. A New York City panel voted unanimously Tuesday to reject landmark status for a building near the World Trade Center ... Ground Zero Mosque Plans Move Forward After New York Landmarks Panel Vote Ground Zero Islamic center project clears major obstacle Panel's landmark denial frees NYC mosque site |
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Sunday, August 1, 2010
US has plan to attack Iran if needed, military chief admits - The Guardian
Washington Post | US has plan to attack Iran if needed, military chief admits The Guardian Barack Obama's main military adviser said today the US does have a plan to attack Iran should it become needed as a means of stopping the Tehran regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff and the ... Mullen: Leak of Afghanistan Documents May Cost Lives Mullen: Afghans Outed by WikiLeaks Are Unsafe Mullen says US has Iran strike plan, just in case |
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