Student's killers sent to death row Aug 17, 2008
They were convicted in October of first-degree murder with special circumstances that the killing occurred during the commission of a robbery, a burglary and through torture. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Crime)
LETTERS: NCT, August 16, 2008 Aug 17, 2008
Ms M wrote on Aug 16, 2008 9:12 AM:Did anyone see the clip from Faux news with Hannity saying that McBush had special circumstances for leaving his wife. He was a POW for 5 1/2 yrs. (North County Times)
Ropps pulling off rare fair double Aug 15, 2008
Some are special names due to special circumstances involving the cow. Sandy told of Samantha's "Miracle" cow that was born five weeks premature and was kept in their basement until it was strong enough to be outside. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Plenty of ‘new' with local CASA agency Aug 15, 2008
"We're so pleased to have someone with a committment to children, especially children in special circumstances, and with the education and professional background," said Herndon. "I think that will be an asset to CASA.". (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Our south seas sin Aug 15, 2008
"The fact that an islander has been 16 years in Australia and has a good character would not justify the minister in granting a certificate unless there were some very special circumstances " wrote the then secretary of the External Affairs Department, Atlee Hunt. Rudd will start the process of getting Pacific island workers back onto the farms, orchards and vineyards of Australia, if not the highly mechanised cane fields. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Honoring those who serve Aug 15, 2008
Officers who left the department under special circumstances, like a career-ending injury suffered in the line of duty, may also be on the wall. The names date back to the inception of the Canton Police Department in 1875. (Canton Journal, MA)
'Virgin' actor held on $10M bond in stabbing Aug 15, 2008
He faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted of the charge, which includes special circumstances of premeditation, causing great bodily injury and using a deadly weapon. Prosecutor Steven Carver said Malil, who gained fame in Budweiser's 2001 Super Bowl "What are you doing?" commercial, appeared on the back patio of Kendra Beebe's house Sunday in the inland suburb of San Marcos and attacked her with a knife while her two children slept upstairs. (CNN -- Showbiz)
40-Year-Old Virgin actor charged in stabbing Aug 14, 2008
Malil was charged with attempted murder with special circumstances of premeditation, causing great bodily injury and using a deadly weapon, said Deputy District Attorney Steven Carver. The native of Kerala, India, was scheduled to be arraigned tomorrow in Vista, north of San Diego, said Paul Levikow, a spokesman for the San Diego County District Attorney's office. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A Wilco crescendo at Tanglewood Aug 14, 2008
Tanglewood rarely presents nonclassical music, and the special circumstances weren't lost on Wilco. "We were up all night sewing," cracked sly frontman Jeff Tweedy of the group's sparkling, Nudie-style suits. (Boston Globe)
2nd Circuit Sets Standard for Anonymous Suit Filings Aug 14, 2008
The 9th Circuit, in a test that has been adopted by some of the district courts within the 2nd Circuit, held in Does I through XXIII v. Advanced Textile Corp., 214 F.3d 1058 (2000), that "a party may preserve his or her anonymity in judicial proceedings in special circumstances when the party's need for anonymity outweighs (1) prejudice to the opposing party and (2) the public's interest in knowing the party's identity.". Cabranes said the 2nd Circuit was now adopting this formulation and he... (Law.com)
40-Year-Old Virgin actor pleads not guilty Aug 14, 2008
He faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted of the charge, which includes special circumstances of premeditation, causing great bodily injury and using a deadly weapon. Prosecutor Steven Carver said Malil, who first gained fame in Budweisers 2001 Super Bowl What are you doing. (MSNBC -- News)
40-Year-Old Virgin actor arrested Aug 13, 2008
Malil was charged late Monday with attempted murder with special circumstances of premeditation, causing great bodily injury and using a deadly weapon, said Deputy District Attorney Steven Carver. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Allen's attorneys can ask prospective jurors their race, judge rules Aug 12, 2008
The district attorney's office has charged Allen with first- degree murder and three special circumstances that could lead to the death penalty. Bee staff writer Susan Herendeen can be reached at or 578-2338. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Jurors defend murder, abuse convictions of Doug Porter Aug 9, 2008
MURDER: The jury said Porter is guilty of first-degree murder stemming from an April 22, 2004, truck crash, and two special circumstances that carry a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole. They are: murder for financial gain and murder to silence a witness to theft. (Modesto Bee, CA)
World Trade Negotiations Stall, Affecting U.S. Exporters Aug 8, 2008
They made substantial progress on 18 of the 20 issues at hand, but reached an impasse over the amount of flexibility that should be given to developing countries to increase import tariffs under special circumstances. Due to concern about abuse of the term "special circumstances," U.S. negotiators could not agree to the provisions. (PR Newswire)
Florida tight end Ingram scheduled for season-ending knee surgery Aug 8, 2008
recruit used 2004 as a redshirt season as a true freshman, this is his fifth year at UF. The NCAA allows petitions for a sixth year of eligibility when an athlete has missed two seasons because of injuries and under special circumstances. But Ingram left the football team in the fall of 2004 and redshirted. (USA Today -- Sports)
Preacher stole, then killed to cover his tracks Aug 7, 2008
He faces life in prison without the possibility of parole because of the special circumstances of murder for financial gain and murder of a witness. Comments. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Anwar pleads not guilty Aug 7, 2008
Sulaiman said the judge has discretion under Section 388(2) of the Criminal Procedure Code to grant a personal bond in view of special circumstances of the case and his client. "Anwar has been on police bail since July 17. It is a non-cash bail and he had turned up in court today to answer his charge today. "To impose a bail of RM20,000 is needlessly insulting to the accused on the presumption of innocence. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Preacher Convicted In Murder Of Rancher Aug 5, 2008
Deputy District Attorney John Mayne, who prosecuted the case, said he expects Porter will be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole because of the special circumstances that alleged he killed for financial gain and to prevent the victim from testifying that Porter had embezzled from him. "It was no surprise that the jury reached this conclusion," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Jury finds Porter guilty of murder Aug 5, 2008
MURDER: The jury said Porter is guilty of first-degree murder stemming from an April 22, 2004, truck crash, and two special circumstances that carry a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole ... The conviction with the special circumstances of murder for financial gain and murder to silence a witness to theft carries a mandatory sentence of life in prison without possibility of parole. (Modesto Bee, CA)
A fateful arrest Aug 3, 2008
It was because of their fear of this eventuality, and because of the special circumstances of Kashmir s accession to India (following a war with raiders sent in from Pakistan), that the Government of India conceded special rights to the residents of the State, as for instance the right to fly their own State flag, and to refer to the head of the State s administration as Prime Minister rather than as Chief Minister. Extreme positions. (Hindu)
Porter case with jurors Aug 2, 2008
Porter, 57, of La Grange, faces life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted of murder and either of two special circumstances, that he killed Craig for financial gain or to deter Craig from testifying about the embezzlement. Porter testified in his defense last week, saying Craig gave him permission to loan museum money to his children, purchase a home where his parents lived rent-free as long as they made improvements and spend museum money on church and youth activities. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Novell SUSE Linux beats out Red Hat on cost at life sciences firm Aug 1, 2008
The transition plan Invitrogen has made Novell SUSE, VMware and PlateSpin the company standard and will implement the three in all future replacements unless special circumstances militate against, Merritt said ... The transition plan Invitrogen has made Novell SUSE, VMware and PlateSpin the company standard and will implement the three in all future replacements unless special circumstances militate against, Merritt said. (Search Enterprise Linux)
Hearing begins for Lodi man accused in fatal beating Jul 29, 2008
That suspect, Juan Velazquez, 37, is now facing a murder charge, as well as special circumstances of lying in wait and robbery. He could face execution if convicted of all charges, though prosecutors have not yet said if they will seek the death penalty. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Minimum wage increases 70 cents Jul 26, 2008
While the federal minimum wage mandate is a requirement that applies to non-exempt employees, there are other minimum wage provisions for workers in special circumstances. A special minimum wage of 4. (Sealy News, TX)
India decision time Jul 24, 2008
So even if members are overwhelmingly persuaded that special circumstances warrant exempting India, there should be ample opportunity to insist on genuine non-proliferation gains. At a minimum, India should be required to make three basic commitments in order to qualify for civilian nuclear co-operation: a freeze on testing until the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty includes a permanent ban; a verifiable freeze on the production of fissile material for weapons purposes until a Fissile Materials... (Globe and Mail)
Pennsylvania to Commit Federal Abandoned Mine Lands Funding to Mine Drainage Cleanup Jul 19, 2008
"The reauthorization of the Abandoned Mine Lands fund will allow us to support the outstanding efforts of local watershed groups to build new treatment facilities that will bring dead streams back to life, and it will also ensure that we have sufficient resources to fund the long-term operation, maintenance and replacement of new and existing treatment facilities unless special circumstances prevent us from doing so." Pennsylvania's long-term plans for addressing abandoned mine problems are... (PR Newswire)
Trial Starts In Deaths Of 5 Women In '85 Jul 17, 2008
McKnight could be sentenced to death if he is convicted of five counts of murder along with special circumstances of murder committed in the course of rape, murder in the course of sodomy and multiple murder. One of McKnight's attorneys, Alexander Selvin, urged jurors in his opening remarks to "unring the bell" that the prosecutor metaphorically rang when he insisted McKnight was guilty. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Administering Heparin Soon After Stroke Can Increase Risk Of Serious Bleeding Jul 17, 2008
"Warfarin treatment appears to be safe and can be started at any point during the hospital stay along with deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis. Bridging with a full dose of enoxaparin or heparin may carry a high risk of intracranial and systemic bleeding. However, it may be considered in special circumstances.". Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Prosecutor: East Bay 'Predator' Commit Grisly '85 Slayings Jul 17, 2008
In his opening statement in 's death penalty trial in Alameda County Superior Court, prosecutor said that at the end of the case he would ask jurors to convict McKnight of five counts of murder plus six special circumstances clauses. The special circumstances are in connection with committing the killings during rape and sodomy and for multiple slayings, Meehan said ... If jurors convict McKnight, 54, who lived in Oakland and was assigned to the Alameda Naval Air Station, of murder with special... (NBC 11, CA)
Hamilton looks for second home win in a row Jul 16, 2008
BMW Sauber's Nick Heidfeld is Germany's best chance of a home winner but it is likely to require special circumstances for him to take a first victory, even if his team are still second to Ferrari in the constructors' standings. The home crowd are otherwise spoilt for choice, with five German drivers in action and making up a quarter of the starting grid. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Surf eases up after 3 drownings in N.J. Jul 15, 2008
They unveiled an advertising campaign for the program that was started a year ago to let people with disabilities or other special circumstances register in advance with local police. That way, if a flood or other emergency occurs, rescuers will know, for example, who is bedridden and needs to be helped from their home. (USA Today -- Weather)
Women’s financial seminar set for April 21 in Conrad (1) Jul 13, 2008
Amy Strom, financial consultant with RBC Wealth Management in Great Falls, will address financial planning issues at the seminar, focusing on specific financial planning and investment needs and concerns of women with particular attention being paid to special circumstances of farm and ranch families. Reserve a seat at the seminar with Montana Farmers Union by calling 1-800-234-4071 or 406-452-6406. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Drop-in homeless center taking shape Jul 13, 2008
gsellers wrote on Jul 12, 2008 7:45 AM:" This is an outstanding cause! I feel if the City really wants to take care of its Citizens, they should agree to help this project go further. I am sure there could be special considerations put into place to ensure other non-profit organizations could not do the same. I understand both positions, however, there is a difference between the reasonings why it should be allowed in special circumstances. ". Member ID. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bank attachments for late taxes can be avoided Jul 8, 2008
They continue from year to year except under special circumstances, but can be renewed. There are also payment plans available with partial payments worked out with the tax collection office. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
ACLU Wants Change Of Venue In Topete Case Jul 8, 2008
Topete, 35, has been has been charged with one felony count of murder with special circumstances in the death of Tony Diaz, who was a former court bailiff. Wormeli said the group's position is based on the Sixth Amendment, which states in part that in all prosecutions the accused shall have "the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury.". (KCRA 3, CA)
England rugby player Mike Tindall pleads guilty to driving drunk Jul 7, 2008
Tindall's attorney, Richard Mallett, said that a medical expert would be called to present the special circumstances of the case. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
IIT Delhi revokes expulsion order of three students Jul 5, 2008
"The committee took a lenient view because of the special circumstances," a senior IIT official said. The premier institute had expelled 20 students, including 12 from SC and ST communities, citing unsatisfactory performance in June first week. (Hindu)
Dog beaten to death, neck broken Jul 2, 2008
Under New Jersey law, animal cruelty is a fourth-degree crime carrying a maximum prison term of 18 months unless there are special circumstances. One of the circumstances that elevates the cruelty to a third-degree crime, with a maximum penalty of five years in prison, is if the animal dies as a result of the cruelty, Harper said. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Somalia: Migrants Flee to Yemen Jul 1, 2008
The Sana'a-based branch of the refugee agency has also stated that it already has a policy of helping some Somali refugees with special circumstances seek refuge third countries. "Resettlement is one of three durable solutions we offer, which include voluntary repatriation, local integration and resettlement," explained Firas Kayal, associate protection officer at the Sana'a branch of the UNCHR.. (allAfrica.com)
Contrasting Theories Offered In Triple Killing Case Jul 1, 2008
In addition, they also are charged with two special circumstances murder allegations: multiple murder and murder during the course of a kidnapping. The brothers were arrested at their nearby apartment a short time after the shooting incident and have been in custody since. (NBC 11, CA)
Feature: medical ethics? Jul 1, 2008
This is when a panel of medical and non-medical experts decide whether an applicant with special circumstances is suitable to train as a doctor. He failed the interview and had his offer withdrawn. (Guardian Unlimited -- Society)
Topete's Defense Wants Judge Off Case Jun 28, 2008
Marco Antonio Topete, 35, has been charged with one felony count of murder with special circumstances since the victim was an officer. But even before that complaint was formally read by the judge, the defense filed a motion to ask the Judge David Rosenberg to recuse himself from the case. (KCRA 3, CA)
Victims' Wife Wants Death For 'This Animal' Jun 27, 2008
" Danielle Bologna says she wants San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris - who has pledged never to seek the death penalty - to understand a little of what she must endure and to seek the death penalty for her family's killer. "The district attorney really needs to pay attention - she doesn't have kids, she doesn't know what this means," Bologna said. Prosecutors filed three counts of murder and other charges Thursday against Edwin Ramos, 21, of El Sobrante, an alleged street gang member... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Judge: Cameras Allowed In Deputy Slaying Trial Jun 27, 2008
Marco Antonio Topete, 35, has been charged with one felony count of murder with special circumstances since the victim was an officer. The judge struck down the defense's request for no cameras to be allowed in the court during pretrial proceedings. (KCRA 3, CA)
Slain Deputy Memorial Jun 27, 2008
Marco Antonio Topete was charged last week with one felony count of murder with special circumstances since the victim was an officer. The slain deputy will be driven by motorcade from McNary's Funeral Chapel to the UC Davis ARC Pavilion starting at 10 a.m.. (KCRA 3, CA)
No Fuel for Schools: Districts Cut Back Jun 26, 2008
Barring special circumstances including extremely busy streets in the area or special needs all other Montgomery County students who live closer to their schools must walk or find their own rides. Indeed, as gas prices continue to rise, so do the number of school districts that are starting to amend their longstanding policies in an effort to ease the pain at the pump. (ABC News -- Business)
SCOTUS: No Execution for Child Rape Jun 26, 2008
What I had seen for the law, at least in my State, was that simple rape did not result in the special circumstances that warranted the death penalty and that those circumstances did envolve event that were likety to rsult in death of the child. With this desicion, make no mistake, it will encourage vigilante-ism, commonly know as lynching. (Townhall.com)
CAMPUS CLICKS: Faces of LSU dancers; 'Gossip Girl' game? Jun 21, 2008
NBC tacked on to its TV deal with Notre Dame football, so fans all over can keep complaining about the Irish and their special circumstances until 2015. But the Bleacher Report thinks NBC's short-term advertising approach. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Some failing test scores waived Jun 20, 2008
Parents were given an opportunity to submit information regarding special circumstances such as sickness or a death in the family that could have affected their child's test performance before the committee issued its recommendations. The board heard the committee's recommendations Thursday night. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sheriff: Deputies 'Forgot To Unlock Court Doors' Jun 19, 2008
He's accused of shooting to death Deputy Tony Diaz on Sunday in the small town of Dunnigan and was charged Wednesday with one felony count of murder with special circumstances since the victim was an officer. Court records show no plea was entered by Topete, he was appointed a public defender and a future court date was set for June 27. (KCRA 3, CA)
Downtown changes will happen in Maynard Jun 19, 2008
Buildings can be up to 45 feet and must be at least two stories, barring a few special circumstances. At Town Meeting last year, the Planning Board offered a presentation that highlighted a similar bylaw change in Woburn. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Zimbabwe: President Warns MDC-T Jun 18, 2008
Let them be warned that we will invoke what is known as vicarious responsibility and liability which means we will hold them responsible for the violence across the country," he explained.This invocation, he said, was only applied in special circumstances that threaten to disturb peace.President Mugabe explained that normally parents are not held responsible for the misdeeds of their children, but when their operations show an organised streak then people are left with no choice but suspect... (allAfrica.com)
New rent increases to hit 'Page Mill' tenants Jun 17, 2008
Taran said he would work with anyone with disabilities, with fixed incomes or where there are special circumstances in adjusting rents. The increases are necessary to recoup some of the $11 million in costs Page Mill has laid out so far to repair dilapidated buildings and to cover a small portion of inflation, he said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Six Cheers: Patience a virtue Jun 16, 2008
People in this area have a proclivity for accommodating special circumstances among public officeholders. When the Florida National Guard called Clay County School Board member Charlie Van Zant up for active duty in Kuwait two years ago, for example, he promised to attend board meetings electronically if given another term. (Florida Times-Union)
Pregnant? Watch your weight! Jun 15, 2008
Special circumstances : If you are carrying a multiple gestation, of course you should gain more weight. Your physician will discuss your ideal weight gain with you. (India Times, India)
Fresno man arrested in double slaying Jun 12, 2008
Hernandez faces multiple murder charges, including a special circumstances charge that could result in the death penalty. He is being held on $3 million bail at the Fresno County Jail. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Community gathers around young boy Jun 12, 2008
But the group of around 100 people knew the special circumstances that surrounded the event. Just two days before an e-mail circulated around the tiny town of Auxvasse telling Zac's story, and it was not long before the community rallied to help their young neighbor. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Dave Hawks home facing foreclosure Jun 11, 2008
Hawk is currently being held at the Kings County Jail on a charge of first degree murder with special circumstances of murder for financial gain. His Thursday arrest came after a two-year investigation into the presumed homicide of Hawk's ex-wife, Debbie Hawk. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Pathfinder Prospectus Jun 10, 2008
6 10,117 27 ST BARBARA LImITED PROSPECTUS St Barbara will only consider undertaking gold delivery commitments in special circumstances in the future where St Barbara may be required by financiers to undertake gold hedging specific to identifiable production or to protect shorter term cash flows. The Company's put option position as at 31 may 2008 comprised: As at 31 may 2008, these put options had a positive marked-to-market value of A$25. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Billerica Little League gives kids with disabilities a chance to swing away Jun 8, 2008
Younger children have been allowed in under special circumstances. The season begins in April and runs through June, and games are structured so that all players are involved to the best of their abilities. (Boston Globe)
NYPD Expanding Use Of Stun Guns Jun 8, 2008
The department's emergency services unit, an elite squad of about 400 men and women that has expertise in special weapons, has carried Tasers for some time, but the unit is deployed only in special circumstances. Going forward, 3,500 uniformed sergeants and other supervisors on patrol duty will be issued Tasers to carry, along with their regular pistols, when they go out on patrol. (WNBC.com, NY)
Gatlin can't defend 100-meter crown Jun 7, 2008
But because of the special circumstances behind Gatlin's first positive test - he was taking medicine to treat attention-deficit disorder - he reached an agreement with USADA that called for a maximum eight-year ban. In January, the initial arbitration panel reduced that to four years. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Baseball coaches find 500 reasons to return Jun 7, 2008
"But none of those questions came up for me and, sometimes, that's what it takes. The guys on the team certainly made it worth my while to be part of the season. It was a good experience, and I look forward to the next one."The milestones were achieved under special circumstances. First, on March 5, it was Papi. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
EU, USA Told to Agree Joint Data Privacy Rules... Jun 7, 2008
"The use of sensitive data depends on circumstances and purpose; it may be OK in some cases, under special circumstances, and not in others," the diplomat said. The principles agreed also say that people should be informed about the use of their data, which must be supervised by an independent public authority. (The Drudge Report)
