| Rogers shares hurt by talk of Telus technology shift
The main selling point of GSM (global system for mobile communication) is that it's the most popular cellphone technology around the world. That means GSM carriers such as Rogers tend to get devices at cheaper prices and sooner than their rivals, including Telus, which use CDMA (code division multiple access) technology. Making such a jump, however, would be a tricky endeavour for Telus. It could cost anywhere from several hundred million up to a billion dollars, analysts reckon. Moreover, the time required for such a change is uncertain, with some suggesting it could be done within a year and others estimating it could take twice as long. "I don't envy the decision because I don't think it's an easy one," said National Bank Financial Inc. analyst Greg MacDonald.
'Blade runner' loses Beijing hopes
The runner finished second in an able-bodied race in Rome in 2007, then came last and was subsequently disqualified for stepping out of his lane in a race in Sheffield, England later the same year. The IAAF said that after the Italian race, evidence suggested an athlete with prosthetic limbs performed differently than an able-bodied athlete, and it agreed with Pistorius that more tests were needed. The IAAF does not prohibit prosthetic limbs in able-bodied sports, but it does ban technical aids. Pistorius is reported to be considering an appeal against the verdict. Athletics South Africa said it would immediately apply the decision which does does not affect Pistorius' eligibility for Paralympic events. "It's unfortunate because he could have boosted team athletics at the Olympics at Beijing because he had the potential to qualify," said Leonard Chuene, president of Athletics South Africa.
The 14 Juiciest Celeb Meltdowns
Pre-Meltdown: The wickedly talented son of underground filmmaker Robert Downey. Nominated for an Oscar in 1993 for Chaplin. Low Points: First sent to prison in 1997 on drug-related charges. Would visit the clink twice more in the next few years. Is alleged to have stumbled into a stranger's house one evening while intoxicated, falling asleep on their child's bed.Why it was fascinating: In spite of the trips to jail and rehab, Robert still managed to turn in sober-appearing performances on Ally McBeal during this period.Current Status: Now married and working steadily, RDJ's demons seem to be gone (or at least in hiding)Click HERE to return to the full list. .
Unversity Place litigation settled
The bedroom ceiling now needs replacement and it turns out to be asbestos. My home is a construction zone, and my husband and I are sleeping downstairs not an easy place for me to get with the hurt knee. I smashed my little finger in one of those theater seats in the Senate gallery. I got scooped by the Lewiston Tribune. I got double-booked on a dinner I set up for the family gathering and am scrambling to cancel caterers and reschedule the whole thing elsewhere. I missed a grant deadline. My knee brace tore a hole in my favorite black pants. My cat brought in a live bird that my husband cornered in the house the next day, and Im still finding feathers. I missed most of the best ski season in years, and the doctor says my knee wont be ready for windsurfing until August despite my cherished goal of June.
Panic for Romo, Manning a game-time decision
Jessica's a no-go no-show, sending word through a publicist that she's instead working on a new album. Wait, Jessica Simpson makes albums? Hmph. Anyway, when it comes to play-time decisions, Simpson remains Romo's go-to gal, both having spent last weekend in Cabo San Lucas, which sounds like Mexico but could be a taco stand in Uniontown for all I know. Cowboys fans figured that they'd be better served if Romo were locked in a film room and routinely interrogated about Giants defensive tendencies. The fan base looked to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to be their dungeon master, but were acutely disappointed Thursday when Jones absolved the quarterback on all charges of conduct unbecoming a Super Bowl contender. "I have no qualms; I have no concerns about Tony's social life and about his relationships," Jones said.
Restoration brings glow back to BGE and downtown
The Lexington Street construction fences are now down at Baltimore Gas and Electric Co.'s former headquarters. After months of renovation, one of downtown's most dignified office buildings (1916) has been reinvented by being made into apartments. I can't think of a better boost to this downtown Baltimore neighborhood. I pushed through the big revolving doors yesterday and found the lobby looking the best it's appeared in my memory. This preservation-driven rehab has exposed limestone walls hidden by unfortunate attempts at modernization in the groovy 1960s. Not everything is World War I-era here: The lobby is clean and fresh, with a honey wood tone lobby reception desk and new light fixtures. .
Ogdensburg convict arrested for Edwardsville robbery attempt
An Ogdensburg man is under arrest for the Thursday evening attempted robbery and shooting at the Edwardsville Grocery.State Police charged 35 year old Patrick R. Ashley of 400 Mansion Avenue with 1st degree attempted robbery. He is a convicted felon for two previous robberies in Ogdensburg in 1998. (see further details below.)Ashley was arraigned in town of Morristown court and remanded to St. Lawrence County Jail with bail set at $50,000.In the Thursday evening incident, a camouflage-clad man went into the store and demanded money.When store owner Jim Snyder chased him out the door, the would-be robber wheeled and fired a shot from a rifle, hitting Mr. Snyder in the ankle.Mr. Snyder was released from Canton-Potsdam Hospital on Friday.In 1999 Ashley pleaded guilty to 2nd degree robbery and was sentenced to 5 years in prison.He admitted trying to rob the Park Street Agway and the Granview Motel the previous year, using a .22 rifle.
Walk to Wellness at Pleasanton park
Pleasanton-based pedometer and stopwatch manufacturer Accusplit, Inc. sponsors the first World Walk to Wellness from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today. The event is open to all ages and includes a self-guided 5,000-step walk (2.15 miles) around Pleasantons Sports and Community Park. The event is free at 5800 Parkside Drive, Pleasanton. Visit http://www.walking10000.org. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center The Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Center presents a free discussion for those touched by cancer, featuring support group leader and therapist Connie Holmes, from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Jan. 9. Registration is recommended. At the Summit Campus, Peralta Pavilion, 430 30th St., Room 2810, Oakland. Call 510-869-8833. The weight-loss surgery support group New beginnings will be having meetings for people who have had or are considering weight-loss surgery.
Potential To Restore Range Of Motion, Accelerate Healing Using Freeze ...
Donated, freeze-dried tendon grafts loaded with gene therapy may soon offer effective repair of injured tendons, a goal that has eluded surgeons to date. According to study data published in the journal Molecular Therapy, a new graft technique may provide the first effective framework around which flexor tendon tissue can reorganize as it heals. Such tissue-engineering approaches could significantly improve repair of anterior cruciate ligaments and rotator cuffs as well, researchers said. The study was in a mouse model designed to resemble hard-to-repair flexor tendons in human hands, and the results should provide an impetus for future clinical trials.
Tendons are elastic cords that anchor muscle to bone and enable flexing muscle to move limbs. Related injuries represent nearly half of 33 million U.S.
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