Obama seeks $200 billion for war spending
February 25, 2009- President Barack Obama will ask Congress for $200 billion to help with the war for the next year and a half. He will request $75.5 billion for the rest of 2009 for sending troops to Iraq and the other $130 billion for 2010. This money will go with the $534 billion for the U.S. Defense Apartment's other needs.
Police hunt 'Grim Sleeper' serial killer
February 25, 2009- Los Angeles are searching for a serial killer nicknamed the 'Grim Sleeper' who is suspected of killing 11 people. The killer who killed from 1985 to 2007 is named the 'Grim Sleeper' because he took breaks between each homocide. Detectives say they have the killer's DNA, and there is a $500,000 reward for information leading to the prosecution. It is believed that the killer shot his victims with a .35 caliber gun.
4 Charged In Alleged Assisted Suicide Pact
February 25, 2009- In Atlanta, Georgia two people were arrested Wednesday after officials released that they had something to do with a suicide of a Cumming man. Two other have been charged in Maryland for connection to the murder. Police say that they broke RICO Act which stand for "Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations."
Jobless claims spike to 26-year high
February 26, 2009- According to the government, people without jobs has hit an all time record. On February 21st, 667,000 Americans filed initial jobless claims, up to 36,000 revised and 631,000 the previous week. To add to the dilemna, the week ended February 14, 5,112,000 Americans continued for unemployment. It's the highest number since the Labor Department began keeping
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
NEWS-2/19/09
Obama Plans to Spend $75 Billion Outlay to Fight Foreclosure
President Obama is offering a plan to help as many as nine millio families refianance their mortgages or avoid foreclosure. This would help as many as four million families with their homes and five million more with their mortgages to take advantage of lower interest rates. Mr. Obama said the plan would, "give millions of families resigned to financial ruin a chance to rebuild."
Sri Lankan War Nears End, but Peace Remains Distant
On February 17th, 2009 the Sri Lankan military closed in on the speratist rebels which is being considered the end of the country's long civil war. Even though there are signs of reconstruction, the lack of development in the area reveals how fare the government will have to go to win peace. Fights have been springing up everywhere in Sri Lanka and Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu said, "Now that we have nearly ended the war, are we going to end the conflict?"
Iraq Says It Is Interrogating 4 Men Returned by U.S. From Guantanamo Prison
Four prisoners who were being held in Guantanamo Bay prison were sent back to there home in Iraq. Iraqi officials released that they are being interrogated. They will interrogate them about their crimes and see if they are guilty to make the decision to set them free or not. There remains one Iraqi in Guantanamo Bay prison who was not sent back to Iraq.
Death Toll in Australia Fires Rises to 200
On Tuesday, Australian officials found 11 more victims of this month's wildfires in southern Australia, this raises it over 200 total deaths. The officials say that all the victims so far have been killed by the 60-mile-long fire front. 39 bodies have been found in the town of Marysville, which was said to be intentional. As the fire increases, a man suspected of starting it is being placed in protective custody. People are now requesting he should be put to death or spend life in prison. The judge will make the final decision.
President Obama is offering a plan to help as many as nine millio families refianance their mortgages or avoid foreclosure. This would help as many as four million families with their homes and five million more with their mortgages to take advantage of lower interest rates. Mr. Obama said the plan would, "give millions of families resigned to financial ruin a chance to rebuild."
Sri Lankan War Nears End, but Peace Remains Distant
On February 17th, 2009 the Sri Lankan military closed in on the speratist rebels which is being considered the end of the country's long civil war. Even though there are signs of reconstruction, the lack of development in the area reveals how fare the government will have to go to win peace. Fights have been springing up everywhere in Sri Lanka and Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu said, "Now that we have nearly ended the war, are we going to end the conflict?"
Iraq Says It Is Interrogating 4 Men Returned by U.S. From Guantanamo Prison
Four prisoners who were being held in Guantanamo Bay prison were sent back to there home in Iraq. Iraqi officials released that they are being interrogated. They will interrogate them about their crimes and see if they are guilty to make the decision to set them free or not. There remains one Iraqi in Guantanamo Bay prison who was not sent back to Iraq.
Death Toll in Australia Fires Rises to 200
On Tuesday, Australian officials found 11 more victims of this month's wildfires in southern Australia, this raises it over 200 total deaths. The officials say that all the victims so far have been killed by the 60-mile-long fire front. 39 bodies have been found in the town of Marysville, which was said to be intentional. As the fire increases, a man suspected of starting it is being placed in protective custody. People are now requesting he should be put to death or spend life in prison. The judge will make the final decision.
Restaurant Review
Alex Orchard
English II
February 16th, 2009
Red Robin's
The restaurant Red Robin's located in Abbotsford, BC, Canada is a very professional and prestigious restaurant. It is still exponentially growing in spreading its locations and attracting several customers from all over. This restaurant is probably one of the best out there due to its atmosphere and food.
The atmosphere in this restaurant is tremendous. It obtains an old fashion look blended with modern day styles to create the ultimate place to eat. They have poster from the old days and sports poster of players who played a long time ago on their walls to appeal any customer. They have soft, comfortable seats that allows anyone to eat and relax at the same time. The lighting is perfect and does not make your eyes strain to see the things inside the restaurant. When anyone steps foot in this restaurant, they will know it is very mellow and invites you right on in. They also have many t.v.s that are turned to sports channels or major news sources. If your a fan of sports, you will sit in the "den" as they call it and watch a sport game on a 60 inch flat screen or listen to the news. This brings excitement to the place and gets everyone involved. To make the atmosphere even more appealing, the employees are the ones on that job. When taking your order, they always have a smile on their face and are willing to help the customer with any problems. This also makes the atmosphere more attracting to customers because it will trigger the increase in them coming here to eat. They have a nicely layed out uniform that matches the restaurants theme and colours. They are always positive at work and never cease to abide by the quote, "the customer is always right."
The great atmosphere is not everything the restaurant has going for them. Adding to the positive aspects about this restaurant, their food is the number one on the list. Anyone who goes there, will be astounded by how amazing their food tastes. From appetizers to deserts, their menu will more than suffice to any customer. They have over 22 gourmet burgers that will make you smile from once it hits the table to when you leave to the parking lot. They have salads, soups and deserts to add to your main course. The number one burger on their menu according to me and other customers is the Whiskey River Barbecue Burger. A combination of onion rings, two beef patties, lettuce, tomato, barbecue sauce, and mayonnaise, it will make your mouth water excessively. The most creative aspect on their menu is the "Masterful Mixology." This is where you can customize your burger with all the ingredients they give you. Basically take any ingredient they give you, put into a burger meal, and they will make it for you. This creates the ultimate eating experience. After eating your delicious course, you have a choice of dessert. Since they do have the best chocolate milk shake in the country of Canada, that is a very wise option. They do have more than just that though as well. They have 10 desserts that you can choose from. Here are three that are the most ordered at this restaurant. The "Mountain High Mudd Pie" is their made in-house chocolate and gourmet vanilla ice-cream combined with peanut butter cookie bits, chopped nuts, and fudge and peanut butter in a chocolate cookie crust. This is surrounded by a pool of chocolate fudge and caramel sauce topped with whip cream and a cherry. The next one is Mother Robin's Brownie Sundae. This lovely dessert consists of two moist brownies topped with scoops of gourmet vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel, whipped cream and a cherry. The last one is "Hot Apple Crisp." This is slow baked apple slices sprinkled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg baked freshly in an oatmeal cookie crust. Topped with caramel sauce and gourmet vanilla ice cream. So, these few options of food speak for itself. These and many other options of food are the reason why Red Robin's is very popular.
The atmosphere and food attract many customers to Red Robin's. It is a very successful business that is still growing. This restaurant should definitely be one everyone top three list of restaurant to visit. With what was just explained, i don't know why anyone wouldn't visit.
English II
February 16th, 2009
Red Robin's
The restaurant Red Robin's located in Abbotsford, BC, Canada is a very professional and prestigious restaurant. It is still exponentially growing in spreading its locations and attracting several customers from all over. This restaurant is probably one of the best out there due to its atmosphere and food.
The atmosphere in this restaurant is tremendous. It obtains an old fashion look blended with modern day styles to create the ultimate place to eat. They have poster from the old days and sports poster of players who played a long time ago on their walls to appeal any customer. They have soft, comfortable seats that allows anyone to eat and relax at the same time. The lighting is perfect and does not make your eyes strain to see the things inside the restaurant. When anyone steps foot in this restaurant, they will know it is very mellow and invites you right on in. They also have many t.v.s that are turned to sports channels or major news sources. If your a fan of sports, you will sit in the "den" as they call it and watch a sport game on a 60 inch flat screen or listen to the news. This brings excitement to the place and gets everyone involved. To make the atmosphere even more appealing, the employees are the ones on that job. When taking your order, they always have a smile on their face and are willing to help the customer with any problems. This also makes the atmosphere more attracting to customers because it will trigger the increase in them coming here to eat. They have a nicely layed out uniform that matches the restaurants theme and colours. They are always positive at work and never cease to abide by the quote, "the customer is always right."
The great atmosphere is not everything the restaurant has going for them. Adding to the positive aspects about this restaurant, their food is the number one on the list. Anyone who goes there, will be astounded by how amazing their food tastes. From appetizers to deserts, their menu will more than suffice to any customer. They have over 22 gourmet burgers that will make you smile from once it hits the table to when you leave to the parking lot. They have salads, soups and deserts to add to your main course. The number one burger on their menu according to me and other customers is the Whiskey River Barbecue Burger. A combination of onion rings, two beef patties, lettuce, tomato, barbecue sauce, and mayonnaise, it will make your mouth water excessively. The most creative aspect on their menu is the "Masterful Mixology." This is where you can customize your burger with all the ingredients they give you. Basically take any ingredient they give you, put into a burger meal, and they will make it for you. This creates the ultimate eating experience. After eating your delicious course, you have a choice of dessert. Since they do have the best chocolate milk shake in the country of Canada, that is a very wise option. They do have more than just that though as well. They have 10 desserts that you can choose from. Here are three that are the most ordered at this restaurant. The "Mountain High Mudd Pie" is their made in-house chocolate and gourmet vanilla ice-cream combined with peanut butter cookie bits, chopped nuts, and fudge and peanut butter in a chocolate cookie crust. This is surrounded by a pool of chocolate fudge and caramel sauce topped with whip cream and a cherry. The next one is Mother Robin's Brownie Sundae. This lovely dessert consists of two moist brownies topped with scoops of gourmet vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel, whipped cream and a cherry. The last one is "Hot Apple Crisp." This is slow baked apple slices sprinkled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg baked freshly in an oatmeal cookie crust. Topped with caramel sauce and gourmet vanilla ice cream. So, these few options of food speak for itself. These and many other options of food are the reason why Red Robin's is very popular.
The atmosphere and food attract many customers to Red Robin's. It is a very successful business that is still growing. This restaurant should definitely be one everyone top three list of restaurant to visit. With what was just explained, i don't know why anyone wouldn't visit.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
NEWS
Injured Japenese Man Dies After 14 Hospitals Refuse to Admit Him
On February 4, 2009 a 69-year-old Japenese man was injured in a car accident and died after paramedics spent an hour finding him a hospital. He was riding a bicycle and clashed with a motorcycle in the wester city of ltami. He suffered head and back injuries but showed good vital signs intil they gradually started to deteriorate. Police officer lkemoto said that the victim might have survived if a hospital would have accepted him more quickly.
Mexican Drug Cartels Armed to the Hilt, Threatening National Security
As El Hummer was being transported to an airport in an armed vehicle, his men were armed and armored ready to go to war with the government of Mexico. They fought and the government had prevailed. They siezed 540 assault rifles, more than 500,000 round of ammunition, 150 grenades, 14 dynamite cartridges, 98 fragmentation grenades, 67 bulletproof jackets, seven .50 caliber sniper rifles, and a Light Anti Tank (LAW) rocket. Scoot Stewart, a former U.S. Army intelligence officer and currently an analyst for Stratfor says that the drug cartels are threatening national security.
'Hungry' KIllers Ate Girl's Body Parts, Prosecutors Say
In St. Petersburg, Russia, two men were arrested for suspicion of murder for kidnapping a girl, dismembering her body, and eating some of her body parts. Prosecutors state that the 11th grader dissappeared after walking home from school on January 19th. The prosecutors believe that they drowned the girl in a bath tub, cut her into pieces, and ate some of her internal organs. One man happened to be a butcher and the other a flourist.
$3 Million Ransom Dropped to Pirates on Ship Carrying Russian Tanks
A ransom was given to Somali pirates who seized a Ukranian ship with tanks, heavy weapon, and 20 crew members. The Somalians got $3.2 million from Russian instead of getting what they demaned originally which was $20 million. The ship was siezed by bandits off the Somali coast. The Somali pirates used money counting machines and other ones to check if the cash was genuine and then released the vessel. This was the most daring attack by Somali pirates.
On February 4, 2009 a 69-year-old Japenese man was injured in a car accident and died after paramedics spent an hour finding him a hospital. He was riding a bicycle and clashed with a motorcycle in the wester city of ltami. He suffered head and back injuries but showed good vital signs intil they gradually started to deteriorate. Police officer lkemoto said that the victim might have survived if a hospital would have accepted him more quickly.
Mexican Drug Cartels Armed to the Hilt, Threatening National Security
As El Hummer was being transported to an airport in an armed vehicle, his men were armed and armored ready to go to war with the government of Mexico. They fought and the government had prevailed. They siezed 540 assault rifles, more than 500,000 round of ammunition, 150 grenades, 14 dynamite cartridges, 98 fragmentation grenades, 67 bulletproof jackets, seven .50 caliber sniper rifles, and a Light Anti Tank (LAW) rocket. Scoot Stewart, a former U.S. Army intelligence officer and currently an analyst for Stratfor says that the drug cartels are threatening national security.
'Hungry' KIllers Ate Girl's Body Parts, Prosecutors Say
In St. Petersburg, Russia, two men were arrested for suspicion of murder for kidnapping a girl, dismembering her body, and eating some of her body parts. Prosecutors state that the 11th grader dissappeared after walking home from school on January 19th. The prosecutors believe that they drowned the girl in a bath tub, cut her into pieces, and ate some of her internal organs. One man happened to be a butcher and the other a flourist.
$3 Million Ransom Dropped to Pirates on Ship Carrying Russian Tanks
A ransom was given to Somali pirates who seized a Ukranian ship with tanks, heavy weapon, and 20 crew members. The Somalians got $3.2 million from Russian instead of getting what they demaned originally which was $20 million. The ship was siezed by bandits off the Somali coast. The Somali pirates used money counting machines and other ones to check if the cash was genuine and then released the vessel. This was the most daring attack by Somali pirates.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Alex Orchard
January 29, 2009
English II
Step-Brothers
Two men, one is 39-years-old and the other is 40-years-old. They are very creative and comical in the most unusual ways. Yet, they still live with their parents. Fate has brought the mom of the 39-year-old, Brennan with the dad of the 49-year-old Dale. What was least expected is now happening, they will be step-brothers.
When they first meet, they show great resentment towards each other. From yelling at each other to tackling each other through the house, they can’t seem to get along. After a big fiasco in the front yard between Brennan and Dale, involving golf clubs, they literally got beat into being friends. From there on out they go to job interviews together, do karate in the garage, and create their own amateur entertainment group. All go’s great until the parents split up and are forced to fend for themselves. Brennan takes a job at his brother’s apache business and Dale works for a catering company. When Brennan holds an apache rendezvous and hires the catering company that Dale works for, the parents meet and decide to get back together. What was most dreaded at the beginning is no more; they will be step-brothers once again, this time for good.
The star actors in this movie are Will Ferrell as Brennan and John C. Reilly as Dale. As an American comedian, actor, voice actor, and writer, he has been very successful. Making his way through Saturday Night Live and from there having acted in 10 movies, he has officially made his mark in today’s entertainment as one of the best. On the other hand, John C. Reilly is an Academy Award winner, Grammy winner, and two time Golden-Globe nominee as an American Actor. He has acted in 14 movies all given four stars or above. They are considered “the best in the business” by many critics and citizens. Their skill and attitude during the movie helped them make the movie the funniest in America according to half the critics who reviewed the movie.
In terms of my overall enjoyment, this movie was more than enough to make me laugh. The cast of characters made it all the better along with the storyline. Being one of my favourite actors, Will Ferrell did an amazing job to keep the movie hilarious. After watching this film, it became my favourite comedy movie. I give this movie a 5-star review for its acting and storyline.
January 29, 2009
English II
Step-Brothers
Two men, one is 39-years-old and the other is 40-years-old. They are very creative and comical in the most unusual ways. Yet, they still live with their parents. Fate has brought the mom of the 39-year-old, Brennan with the dad of the 49-year-old Dale. What was least expected is now happening, they will be step-brothers.
When they first meet, they show great resentment towards each other. From yelling at each other to tackling each other through the house, they can’t seem to get along. After a big fiasco in the front yard between Brennan and Dale, involving golf clubs, they literally got beat into being friends. From there on out they go to job interviews together, do karate in the garage, and create their own amateur entertainment group. All go’s great until the parents split up and are forced to fend for themselves. Brennan takes a job at his brother’s apache business and Dale works for a catering company. When Brennan holds an apache rendezvous and hires the catering company that Dale works for, the parents meet and decide to get back together. What was most dreaded at the beginning is no more; they will be step-brothers once again, this time for good.
The star actors in this movie are Will Ferrell as Brennan and John C. Reilly as Dale. As an American comedian, actor, voice actor, and writer, he has been very successful. Making his way through Saturday Night Live and from there having acted in 10 movies, he has officially made his mark in today’s entertainment as one of the best. On the other hand, John C. Reilly is an Academy Award winner, Grammy winner, and two time Golden-Globe nominee as an American Actor. He has acted in 14 movies all given four stars or above. They are considered “the best in the business” by many critics and citizens. Their skill and attitude during the movie helped them make the movie the funniest in America according to half the critics who reviewed the movie.
In terms of my overall enjoyment, this movie was more than enough to make me laugh. The cast of characters made it all the better along with the storyline. Being one of my favourite actors, Will Ferrell did an amazing job to keep the movie hilarious. After watching this film, it became my favourite comedy movie. I give this movie a 5-star review for its acting and storyline.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
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Unemployment rose in every state in December
January 28, 2009-A couple years ago, only six states had a big unemployment rate. Since December of 2008 to now, Unemployment rates have increased in every state. The number of newly laid off Americans has soared to 589,000 people while 4.6 million have claims to work. This just goes to show us that America's economy might be worse than it is in the future.
Deadly winter storm begins barrage in Northeast
In Philadelphia, a destructive winter storm has left more than 800,000 bracing for the worst. It has delayed flights and all interstates and highways in the area have been closed. The storm has claimed 20 deaths and the spread of snow and ice has cause power failures all over the area. There have also been deaths in Texas, Arkansas, Virginia, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Indiana.
Pakistan: U.S. must halt drone attacks
Close to 17 people died due to drone attacks near the Afghan border on Friday. Robert Gates, Defense Secretary says the Pakistan knew about the attacks but there was never an aggreement between Islamabad and Washington. Gilian says that they can keep control and do not need anymore drone attacks.
Early Voting in Iraq Goes Smooth
In Baghdad, thousands of soldiers, police officers, hopital patients, and prisoners voted on Wednesday in Iraq's Provincial elections. About 615,000 people were eligible to vote, three days before Sunday's election. There were no outbreaks or riots which caused the need for not many officials to be on guard.
January 28, 2009-A couple years ago, only six states had a big unemployment rate. Since December of 2008 to now, Unemployment rates have increased in every state. The number of newly laid off Americans has soared to 589,000 people while 4.6 million have claims to work. This just goes to show us that America's economy might be worse than it is in the future.
Deadly winter storm begins barrage in Northeast
In Philadelphia, a destructive winter storm has left more than 800,000 bracing for the worst. It has delayed flights and all interstates and highways in the area have been closed. The storm has claimed 20 deaths and the spread of snow and ice has cause power failures all over the area. There have also been deaths in Texas, Arkansas, Virginia, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Indiana.
Pakistan: U.S. must halt drone attacks
Close to 17 people died due to drone attacks near the Afghan border on Friday. Robert Gates, Defense Secretary says the Pakistan knew about the attacks but there was never an aggreement between Islamabad and Washington. Gilian says that they can keep control and do not need anymore drone attacks.
Early Voting in Iraq Goes Smooth
In Baghdad, thousands of soldiers, police officers, hopital patients, and prisoners voted on Wednesday in Iraq's Provincial elections. About 615,000 people were eligible to vote, three days before Sunday's election. There were no outbreaks or riots which caused the need for not many officials to be on guard.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
NEWS
Alex Orchard
January 22, 2009
English II
Graduation
January 22, 2009
English II
Graduation
On September 11, 2007, the Graduation album was released and sold over 1 million copies. This beat out rival and competitor, 50 cent who had only 691,000 copies sold. In the Graduation album by Kanye West, he portrays a great emotional perspective on how his life was, how it is, and how it will be. This is an exceptional album for people who drown their ears in hip-hop music.
Many songs on this album contain lyrics that pertain to his life and talk about the struggles to “making it big.” One song for example, Good Morning, is a song about the struggles he had before graduation from college. This next verse explains how distracted he was during school and how real it is when you’re in college.
Wake up, Mr. West, Mr. West, Mr. Fresh
Mr. by-his-self-he-so-impressed
I mean, damn, did you even see the test
You got D's mother …, D's, Rosie Perez
And yes, barely pass
any and every class
Looking at every …
Cheated on every test
I guess
this is my dissertation
Homie, this is basic
Welcome to graduation
Another song on this album, I Wonder is a song about a step in the path to becoming a phenomenon and the struggles making it. There is a lyric that portrays this theme and it is,
Do you even remember what the issue is?
you just trying to find where the tissue is
you can still be who you wish you is
you can still be who you wish you is
It ain't happen yet, and that's what the intuition is
When you hop back in the car
Drive back to the crib
Run back to their arms
The smokescreens
The chokes and the screams
You ever wonder what it all really mean
This lyric really speaks to me because it explains how life was back home and if people knew what it meant to find your dreams through those struggles.
The mood of this album is to speak to the listeners to let them know that he had a rough life and you can be who you want to be. For example, he became famous through music and being persistent at what he did. Mostly all the songs on this album provide a sincere and uplifting experience listening to his lyrics.
The beat and tone of this album is unique in many ways. Kanye West hired about 5 producers to create beats for his lyrics. The album contains over 50 styles of drums in the songs that bring forth the rhythm and flow. He also incorporates the tune of old songs into his music to bring an authentic but still fresh and modern flow. This album, to whoever listens to it, will all be moved by the beat and mood of the songs while West’s stories are told throughout.
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