By: unknown
SUMMARY
The fourth anti-gay incident has been reported to have occurred in Georgetown University.
On October 23rd a female student was attacked by two men for her perceived sexual orientation. They yelled anti-gay slurs at her, grabbed her bag, threw her on the floor, and hit her with her bag, before they f
fled.
There were also two previous anti-gay occurrences, but details have yet to be released.
At 12:30 AM on Monday morning, a female student told campus she was verbally harassed by four males.
On Friday October 30th, over 50 Georgetown students rallied to support any gay students attending their school, and those harassed for being perceived gay.
Many students in the march said they hoped this would encourage students to be more open about anti-gay incidents, but for the incidents to stop occurring at all.
While their last wish hasn’t come true, their first wish has.
OPINION
I personally thought the article was decent. It was short and somewhat bland, but got to the point. As for the topic itself I find it extremely ignorant for people to not learn the concept to each his own, and extremely sad that we live in a place that is known for being “The Land of the Free”, yet we are still discussing whether or not someone should really act like themselves. I also find it rude and annoying that someone thinks they have the right to harass someone, and scar them physically and/or emotionally, because they thought they may possibly stand for something that they themselves don’t.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
New jihad code threatens al QaedaBy Nic Robertson and Paul Cruickshank, CNNNovember 10, 2009 10:29 a.m. EST
SUMMARY
For the past two years Noman Benotman, a former Jihad for the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG) and Safi al Islam al Gadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader, Muammar Gaddafi, have been meeting secretly to create a Jihad code
The Jihad are a group of Muslims who fight for Allah/God. For the past 20 years, Osama Bin Laden and other members of Al-Queda, have recruited the Jihad to grow their military strength.
The main reason so many Jihads have sided with Al-Queda, is because they tend to follow Shar’ia, in the Islamic holy book, the Quran.
Benotman, is a former Jihad, and worked his way up Al-Qaeda’s ladders. He became a top Jihad leader, and worker closely with Osama Bin-Laden, until one day
“…Felt it was wrong. I believe he (Bin-Laden ) is a Muslim, but I don’t agree with his actions. “
Of course, no one believed him. Here was a man who worked with the terrorist organization for 10 years.
He did however find someone who believed him, Safi al Islam al Gadhafi.
The twist is Gadhafi and Benotman used to hate each other, because Benotman was part of the group that tried to kill Gadhafi’s father. However, after putting aside their differences they devised for a way to control the Jihad, and generally violent ways.
Despite their differences, the two both agreed that killing an Al-Queda leader would just be a chance for another one to come in. So instead they decided making a new set of rulers, based on the Quran, and using prisoners who used to be Jihads to carry them out would be the most efficient ways.
So for two years they worked with the Jihadi government and the Libyan government and created a new 400 page code.
One revolutionary line
"...We used to encourage armed struggle; we now realize it is illegitimate."
They hope this will discourage youths from joining the group. This is also what America has been waiting for. A way to weaken Al-Qaeda forces by dissecting it from the inside out.
OPINION
The article had no biases, and was well-written. The topic was interesting, and if the average American were to read it, it would probably give them some up-lifting knowing that we as a global community have a slight upper-hand in the fight against terrorism.
For the past two years Noman Benotman, a former Jihad for the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG) and Safi al Islam al Gadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader, Muammar Gaddafi, have been meeting secretly to create a Jihad code
The Jihad are a group of Muslims who fight for Allah/God. For the past 20 years, Osama Bin Laden and other members of Al-Queda, have recruited the Jihad to grow their military strength.
The main reason so many Jihads have sided with Al-Queda, is because they tend to follow Shar’ia, in the Islamic holy book, the Quran.
Benotman, is a former Jihad, and worked his way up Al-Qaeda’s ladders. He became a top Jihad leader, and worker closely with Osama Bin-Laden, until one day
“…Felt it was wrong. I believe he (Bin-Laden ) is a Muslim, but I don’t agree with his actions. “
Of course, no one believed him. Here was a man who worked with the terrorist organization for 10 years.
He did however find someone who believed him, Safi al Islam al Gadhafi.
The twist is Gadhafi and Benotman used to hate each other, because Benotman was part of the group that tried to kill Gadhafi’s father. However, after putting aside their differences they devised for a way to control the Jihad, and generally violent ways.
Despite their differences, the two both agreed that killing an Al-Queda leader would just be a chance for another one to come in. So instead they decided making a new set of rulers, based on the Quran, and using prisoners who used to be Jihads to carry them out would be the most efficient ways.
So for two years they worked with the Jihadi government and the Libyan government and created a new 400 page code.
One revolutionary line
"...We used to encourage armed struggle; we now realize it is illegitimate."
They hope this will discourage youths from joining the group. This is also what America has been waiting for. A way to weaken Al-Qaeda forces by dissecting it from the inside out.
OPINION
The article had no biases, and was well-written. The topic was interesting, and if the average American were to read it, it would probably give them some up-lifting knowing that we as a global community have a slight upper-hand in the fight against terrorism.
Drop in Thanksgiving Ticket Travels
Summary:
The Airline Industry Trade group predicts that passenger traffic over Thanksgiving holiday will drop four percent from last year. The Air Transport Association Made the forecast Monday despite deep discounting by airlines over the past several months. Ten percent uneployment rate last month has effected consumer buying decisions. U.S. Airlines has struggled this year with declining traffic during the ressession. They cut fairs for the peak Summer vacation season and have eliminated many unprofitable flights to save money.
Critiques:
I believe that this was an interesting article. Are economy is in a slum and something like ticket sales shows it. Honestly if i was tight on money i wouldn't buy plan tickets for me or my family to go somewhere for a few days. I think people are realizing what's important in their lives.
The Airline Industry Trade group predicts that passenger traffic over Thanksgiving holiday will drop four percent from last year. The Air Transport Association Made the forecast Monday despite deep discounting by airlines over the past several months. Ten percent uneployment rate last month has effected consumer buying decisions. U.S. Airlines has struggled this year with declining traffic during the ressession. They cut fairs for the peak Summer vacation season and have eliminated many unprofitable flights to save money.
Critiques:
I believe that this was an interesting article. Are economy is in a slum and something like ticket sales shows it. Honestly if i was tight on money i wouldn't buy plan tickets for me or my family to go somewhere for a few days. I think people are realizing what's important in their lives.
Four Charged in Bogus-Check Scam
Summary: Four people were arrested becuase they cashed numerous phony checks in the Fredericksburg area. They were arrested over the weekend. These arrests were the result of joint efforts by the Sponsylvania and Stafford Cheriffs' Office. Two young men used phony $100 American Express traveler's checks to buy pieces of candy and other inexpensive items. Then they pocketted the extra change. Antonio Wilcocks (20 years old) and Anthony Sidbury (20 years old) were both charged with nearly 70 offenses, including forgery, passing forged documents, conspericy, and containing money by false pretenses. Ericka Shorter (18 years old) and Angela Shorter
(43 years old) were charged with more than 30 offenses. All four suspects were placed in Rapahannock Regional Jail.
Critiques:
I like how this article was straight forward with most of the imformation. One thing that was bad about it was that they didn't mention two out of the four people til the end of the article which was a little odd.
(43 years old) were charged with more than 30 offenses. All four suspects were placed in Rapahannock Regional Jail.Critiques:
I like how this article was straight forward with most of the imformation. One thing that was bad about it was that they didn't mention two out of the four people til the end of the article which was a little odd.
Abortion doctor slaying suspect reconciles actions
Abortion doctor slaying suspect reconciles actions
by: Roxana Hegeman
Nov 10,2009
Summary: This article is about a how a doctor killed an abortion doctor for the protection of the unborn babies. Scott Roeder killed the doctor because he feels that killing an innocent baby that is defenseless is not the right thing to do. He felt that it was the right thing to do and that he had to show how he felt n this subject. He is not afraid to speak out on this subject.
Critique: The headline of the article makes you believe that the doctor is apologizing for his actions, but he is doing the absolute opposite. The article makes the doctor look like a heartless person, for killing another doctor. The headline gives you the wrong idea.
Abortion doctor slaying suspect reconciles actions--By Roxana Hegeman--November 10, 2009
Abortion doctor slaying suspect reconciles actions--By Roxana Hegeman--November 10, 2009
Summary: Scott Roeder is currently in jail awaiting trial for shooting and killing abortion provider, Dr. George Tiller. Yesterday he confessed to the slaying, saying he did it to protect the lives of unborn children. Pro abortion groups consider men like Roeder terrorists.
Critique: The article mentions Roeder's charged with first degree murder and two counts of aggrivated assault for threatening two ushers, who are mentioned only once. The article includes nothing about their health and little else about the attack itself. Also, the article is biased against Roeder, starting off by describing him as "defiant and unapologetic." The article includes a few quotes from the suspect, but then spends the last two-fifths of the article explaining how people think he is a terrorist and that other people have used his defense and failed.
Summary: Scott Roeder is currently in jail awaiting trial for shooting and killing abortion provider, Dr. George Tiller. Yesterday he confessed to the slaying, saying he did it to protect the lives of unborn children. Pro abortion groups consider men like Roeder terrorists.
Critique: The article mentions Roeder's charged with first degree murder and two counts of aggrivated assault for threatening two ushers, who are mentioned only once. The article includes nothing about their health and little else about the attack itself. Also, the article is biased against Roeder, starting off by describing him as "defiant and unapologetic." The article includes a few quotes from the suspect, but then spends the last two-fifths of the article explaining how people think he is a terrorist and that other people have used his defense and failed.
School Sued in Online Photo Controversy
By the Associated Press
Two girls are suing the Ohio school board for punishing them for pictures taken over the summer.
According ACLU ( The American Civil Liberties Union), the school board invaded the girls right to free speech, after they were banned from school sports for the year, and were forced to apologize to an all-male coaches' board and undergo counseling, after take sexually suggestive pictures of themselves.
The pictures somehow leaked to the school’s administrators, and the they took action against the girls claiming it looked bad on the school for their pupils to be seen like this. There is one catch, no one would have ever know who these girls were, or what school they were from, by viewing the pictures alone. This is where ACLU comes in.
The ACLU, claims that since the pictures had nothing to with the school, the girls shouldn’t be punished for expressing themselves. The school sees it different. Both girls play on sports, and the school doesn’t want them to be representations of the school. The ACLU claims, that many teenagers take pictures of themselves in compromising positions, and as times change, and as the internet connects people more and more, they will have to accept that.
It’s a back and forth argument, but it all boils down to how far should the term “Freedom of Speech” go, and when, if they do, should the schools get involved.
Opinion
Overall, I believe the article was well written, and it didn't seem the writer(s) had any bias towards on side. I also liked that the author mentioned other similar cases, to show how wide-spread the current internet-effecting-school epidemic is.
Two girls are suing the Ohio school board for punishing them for pictures taken over the summer.
According ACLU ( The American Civil Liberties Union), the school board invaded the girls right to free speech, after they were banned from school sports for the year, and were forced to apologize to an all-male coaches' board and undergo counseling, after take sexually suggestive pictures of themselves.
The pictures somehow leaked to the school’s administrators, and the they took action against the girls claiming it looked bad on the school for their pupils to be seen like this. There is one catch, no one would have ever know who these girls were, or what school they were from, by viewing the pictures alone. This is where ACLU comes in.
The ACLU, claims that since the pictures had nothing to with the school, the girls shouldn’t be punished for expressing themselves. The school sees it different. Both girls play on sports, and the school doesn’t want them to be representations of the school. The ACLU claims, that many teenagers take pictures of themselves in compromising positions, and as times change, and as the internet connects people more and more, they will have to accept that.
It’s a back and forth argument, but it all boils down to how far should the term “Freedom of Speech” go, and when, if they do, should the schools get involved.
Opinion
Overall, I believe the article was well written, and it didn't seem the writer(s) had any bias towards on side. I also liked that the author mentioned other similar cases, to show how wide-spread the current internet-effecting-school epidemic is.
Weakened Ida still promises torrential rain on Gulf Coast-Nov 10,2009
Weakened Ida still promises torrential rain on Gulf Coast
by: Melissa Nelson
nov 10,2009
Summary: The article was about how the hurricane has slowed down but its still dangerous and how people should stay out of the
water. The hurricane is near the mouth of the Mississippi River and it will probably flood it. The military is advising everyone to take
precautions and for people who live in mobile homes to go to better place for safety.
Critique: This article jumps from subject to subject. It doesn't tell what the scientists think and predict what is going to happen. It
also doesn't have a lot of articles. The article also is not very precise and it doesn't seem like it is sure of what it is saying.
Public H1N1 clinic scheduled--by Jim Hall--November 10, 2009
Public H1N1 clinic scheduled--by Jim Hall--November 10, 2009
Summary: More swine flu vaccines are on their way. Pratt Medical center started giving public vaccinations of the swine flu vaccine yesturday and more doses are to come with two more school clinics later this week.
Critique: The article repeats itself yet doesn't give any new information. At the beginning it mentions two more school based clinics, and repeats the fact again, only never once does it give a time or a place for these two clinics. Also, the article never mentions where these extra doses are coming from, just that they're there.
Summary: More swine flu vaccines are on their way. Pratt Medical center started giving public vaccinations of the swine flu vaccine yesturday and more doses are to come with two more school clinics later this week.
Critique: The article repeats itself yet doesn't give any new information. At the beginning it mentions two more school based clinics, and repeats the fact again, only never once does it give a time or a place for these two clinics. Also, the article never mentions where these extra doses are coming from, just that they're there.
Woman faces charges in animal-cruelty case
Woman faces charges in animal-cruelty case
by: The Associated Press
Nov 10,2009
Summary: This article is abut how a woman is facing charges for animal cruelty. Many pet owners had said they had grown concerned because they had seen animal carcasses in her backyard. There were also five dogs and a cat in cramped cages and they looked like they suffered from maltreatment. The women was released without bail following her arrest on Saturday.
Critique: This article takes a minute to get started and they talk about her arrest at the end of the article.. They should tell that information at the beginning of the story and have more quotes.
Public H1N1 clinic scheduled-Nov 10,2009
Public H1N1 clinic scheduled
by:Jim Hall
Nov 10,2009
Summary: This article is about how Pratt Medical Center is offering swine flu shots for high risked patients. They will have both ways you can take the vaccine. There is the injection way and the nose spray that you spray up your nose. They are giving people who are at high risks to get Swine Flu the chance to b e vaccinated. One of the sites will be in Fredricksburg Lafayette Upper Elementary School. The other is at Spotsylvania at Spotsylvaia High School.
Critique: This article is about how medical center scheduled vaccinations but then it goes on talking about how the clinics are really for people who are at high risk of getting H1N1. This article jumps from subject to subject and it barely has any quotes. Quotes make an article better and if they had more quotes the article would be more interesting.
Scheduled executions stirs memories-Nov. 10
Scheduled executions stirs memories
by:David Dishneau
Nov,10
Summary: This article is about how the sniper from seven years ago is having his death sentenced tonight. John Allen Muhammad
is the name of the sniper who caused so much fear and grief in the people of VA and MD. His death sentence is sentenced to be
tonight at 9:00 and he is to be lethally injected. The sentecing of his death had brought fear and grief back in people.
Critique: This article drifts so much from the subject of the article. The article is about how the senticing of Muhammad's death is
supposed to bring back fear. In the article there are so many quotes. They also tell who died and when it happened. The article was
an okay article. It could've been better by not having so many qoutes and by sticking to the subject of the article.
Stafford parks measure approved by voters--By Aaron Richardson--November 4, 2009
Stafford parks measure approved by voters--By Aaron Richardson--November 4, 2009
Summary: In elections on Tuesday, November 3rd, voters in Stafford county approved of borrowing $29 million to improve parks. This money will be used to build various athletic facilities, from baseball complexes to rectangular fields (for soccer and such).
Critique: This article mentions different sports it intends to spend money on like baseball and rectangular fields, as well as mentions sports that need improved facilities like swimming. However, while the article mentions the need for a better swim facilities, it does not mention how it intends to deal with and fix the problem of only one year round swimming pool. The paragraphs were a good length, neither too long nor too short.
Summary: In elections on Tuesday, November 3rd, voters in Stafford county approved of borrowing $29 million to improve parks. This money will be used to build various athletic facilities, from baseball complexes to rectangular fields (for soccer and such).
Critique: This article mentions different sports it intends to spend money on like baseball and rectangular fields, as well as mentions sports that need improved facilities like swimming. However, while the article mentions the need for a better swim facilities, it does not mention how it intends to deal with and fix the problem of only one year round swimming pool. The paragraphs were a good length, neither too long nor too short.
Civil War museum leaving Spostsylvania for the city--by Dan Telvok--November 4, 2009
Civil War museum leaving Spostsylvania for the city--by Dan Telvok--November 4, 2009
Summary: Terry Thomann, director of the Civil War museum announced Tuesday, November 3rd that he plans to close the Southpoint I center and open a store in Fredricksburg. Support in the community was not what Thomann expected and so he plans to move his museum to Fredericksburg in a three part process in hopes of better business.
Critique: In the middle of the article, the topic changes from discussion of the Civil War museum to a Confederacy museum and back to plans for the new Civil War museum. Also, in the sixth paragraph, it starts talking about something Vakos said, though the only thing we know about him is that he has a Courthouse Village named after him.
Summary: Terry Thomann, director of the Civil War museum announced Tuesday, November 3rd that he plans to close the Southpoint I center and open a store in Fredricksburg. Support in the community was not what Thomann expected and so he plans to move his museum to Fredericksburg in a three part process in hopes of better business.
Critique: In the middle of the article, the topic changes from discussion of the Civil War museum to a Confederacy museum and back to plans for the new Civil War museum. Also, in the sixth paragraph, it starts talking about something Vakos said, though the only thing we know about him is that he has a Courthouse Village named after him.
Four charged in bogus-check scam
Four charged in bogus-check scam
By Keith Epps
November 9th, 2009
Four people who were cashing phony checks were arrested over the weekend in Fredericksburg. The Spotsylvania and Stafford county sheriffs worked together to catch the criminals. The criminals used phony $100 American Express cards to buy various inexpensive iterms then would pocket the change left on the cards. The criminals were caught at the Walmart and were taken into custody. All of the suspects face numerous charges including forgery, passing forged documents, and other charges. The suspects were places in the Rappahannock Regional Jail.
Critique
This article goes into alot of detail about how exatcly the criminals committed the crime which may lead to a copying of the crime. The story should include less details about how the crime was done and more on the consequences for committing the crime in order to prevent a repeat of the offense.
By Keith Epps
November 9th, 2009
Four people who were cashing phony checks were arrested over the weekend in Fredericksburg. The Spotsylvania and Stafford county sheriffs worked together to catch the criminals. The criminals used phony $100 American Express cards to buy various inexpensive iterms then would pocket the change left on the cards. The criminals were caught at the Walmart and were taken into custody. All of the suspects face numerous charges including forgery, passing forged documents, and other charges. The suspects were places in the Rappahannock Regional Jail.
Critique
This article goes into alot of detail about how exatcly the criminals committed the crime which may lead to a copying of the crime. The story should include less details about how the crime was done and more on the consequences for committing the crime in order to prevent a repeat of the offense.
Manuel Debut for Florida State
Summary:
Erik James Manuel will get his first start on sunday for the florida seminols replacing the injured christian ponder. The seminoles must win 2 of the 3 games that they have left to finish with a winning season for their 33rd consecutive year. The pressure rests on freshman EJ Manuel to pull out wins for the Seminoles. Christian Ponder says that Manuel is intelligent, has a strong arm, and is very athletic.
Critique:
The article was well written but did not have a interview from the freshman Manuel or from the head coach. It also included information about Florida States record and what was at stake for the young quaterback to acheive.
Erik James Manuel will get his first start on sunday for the florida seminols replacing the injured christian ponder. The seminoles must win 2 of the 3 games that they have left to finish with a winning season for their 33rd consecutive year. The pressure rests on freshman EJ Manuel to pull out wins for the Seminoles. Christian Ponder says that Manuel is intelligent, has a strong arm, and is very athletic.
Critique:
The article was well written but did not have a interview from the freshman Manuel or from the head coach. It also included information about Florida States record and what was at stake for the young quaterback to acheive.
Oil hits $80 mark, then falls back
Oil hits $80 mark, then falls back
By the Associated Press
November 9th, 2009
Oil prices jumped to $80 a barrel yesterday. This is due to the weakened U.S. dollar and hurricane Ida. The price also increased becuase the euro pushed past the $1.50 level for the equivelance of a dollar for the first time which sent the oil price even higher. Once Ida had been declared a tropical storm instead of a hurricane the price of oil dropped back down from $80 dollars by the afternoon.
Critique
The author includes some information that does not pertain directly to the topic of the oil prices rising like the December delivery of oil. That detracts from the main focus of the article. The author also uses imprecise and vague language which leaves the reader questioning the precise amounts. An examply is when the author says that the, "prices eased back," the language is a bit ambiguous and does not clearly state how much the prices was lowered.
By the Associated Press
November 9th, 2009
Oil prices jumped to $80 a barrel yesterday. This is due to the weakened U.S. dollar and hurricane Ida. The price also increased becuase the euro pushed past the $1.50 level for the equivelance of a dollar for the first time which sent the oil price even higher. Once Ida had been declared a tropical storm instead of a hurricane the price of oil dropped back down from $80 dollars by the afternoon.
Critique
The author includes some information that does not pertain directly to the topic of the oil prices rising like the December delivery of oil. That detracts from the main focus of the article. The author also uses imprecise and vague language which leaves the reader questioning the precise amounts. An examply is when the author says that the, "prices eased back," the language is a bit ambiguous and does not clearly state how much the prices was lowered.
It's alive! End-of-life counseling is in bill--Washington (AP)--October 30, 2009
It's alive! End-of-life counseling is in bill--Washington (AP)--October 30, 2009
Summmary: A provision for Medicare to pay for voluntary end-of-life counseling is in the latest Democratic health care bill, unveiled Thursday October 29. It raised suspicion and anger, even thought doctor's groups and the AARP support it.
Critique: This article doesn't say who became suspicious and angry, though it can be assumed to be the people against this provision. It mentions the Republican view only once, and that's only though a quote describing the counseling as "death panels." Also, the article does not get more specific about when the provision was suggested beyond "this summer."
Summmary: A provision for Medicare to pay for voluntary end-of-life counseling is in the latest Democratic health care bill, unveiled Thursday October 29. It raised suspicion and anger, even thought doctor's groups and the AARP support it.
Critique: This article doesn't say who became suspicious and angry, though it can be assumed to be the people against this provision. It mentions the Republican view only once, and that's only though a quote describing the counseling as "death panels." Also, the article does not get more specific about when the provision was suggested beyond "this summer."
Cheifs lose interest in Larry Johnson
Summary:
Kansas Cheifs running back Larry Johnson was released yesterday after coming back from a two day suspension. Larry Johnson was a pro bowl back in 2005 and 2006 rushing for more than 1,700 each of those seasons. This year in seven games he is only averaging 2.7 yards per carry and has had a lot of problems off the field including going on twitter and talking bad about the Cheifs fans and the kansas head coach. He has also involved the coach in some gay slurs.
Critique:
The article was good, it was short and straight to the point. They could have put in a interview from Larry Johson but besides that it was a good article.
Kansas Cheifs running back Larry Johnson was released yesterday after coming back from a two day suspension. Larry Johnson was a pro bowl back in 2005 and 2006 rushing for more than 1,700 each of those seasons. This year in seven games he is only averaging 2.7 yards per carry and has had a lot of problems off the field including going on twitter and talking bad about the Cheifs fans and the kansas head coach. He has also involved the coach in some gay slurs.
Critique:
The article was good, it was short and straight to the point. They could have put in a interview from Larry Johson but besides that it was a good article.
Facebook being hijacked
CNN
By Doug Gross,
SUMMARY:
Hundreds of Facebook groups and profiles have been hijacked in recently. On Tuesday morning apparently 286 groups had been renamed control your info, and then a message was posted on their walls that said. "Hello, we hereby announce that we have officially hijacked your Facebook group," the message reads. "This means we control a certain part of the information about you on Facebook. If we wanted we could make you appear in a bad way which could damage your image severely."
"For example we could rename your group and call it something very inappropriate and nasty like 'I Support Pedophiles' Rights,' " the message continued. "But have no fear. We won't."Among the groups renamed "Control Your Info" It said they would also turn the group back noramal be the end of next week without ruining anything.
CRITQUE:
Thats so Strange I actually went to look it up on facebook to see if it was true or not. It was and it said exactly that. Its strange how people would do that. And yet not be considered hacking.
Furniture store to open next to mall
Furniture store to open next to mall
By Cathy Jett
November 9th, 2009
Arhaus, a furniture store, will open July 1st in The Village at Towne Center. It will be about 15,000 square feet in the new open air sections of the Spotsylvania Towne Centere. The furniture store is under the ownership of the Walton Hills, which has over 30 other retail locations. Arhaus is the latest addition to The Village which already includes various other stores.
Critique
The aritcle speak very briefly about the new furniture store and seems to focus more on the other stores in The Village. This distracts from the main focus of the article, the new furniture store.
By Cathy Jett
November 9th, 2009
Arhaus, a furniture store, will open July 1st in The Village at Towne Center. It will be about 15,000 square feet in the new open air sections of the Spotsylvania Towne Centere. The furniture store is under the ownership of the Walton Hills, which has over 30 other retail locations. Arhaus is the latest addition to The Village which already includes various other stores.
Critique
The aritcle speak very briefly about the new furniture store and seems to focus more on the other stores in The Village. This distracts from the main focus of the article, the new furniture store.
Fed: Only GMAC needs more help
Fed: Only GMAC needs more help
The Associated Press
November 9th, 2009
The Federal Reserve said yesterday that GMAC is the onle one of 19 stress tested banks that needs more money to withstand a future downturn. This is because GMAC has been unable to raise the suffiecient amount of money it needed. The federal government said that the company is expected to repay the loans. The amount of money that is going to be given is still being discussed.
Critique
The article is a little brief and does not delve very deeply into the issue of the bank and its need for money. For a short notice however it does accomplish the goal of informing the reader of the money problem.
The Associated Press
November 9th, 2009
The Federal Reserve said yesterday that GMAC is the onle one of 19 stress tested banks that needs more money to withstand a future downturn. This is because GMAC has been unable to raise the suffiecient amount of money it needed. The federal government said that the company is expected to repay the loans. The amount of money that is going to be given is still being discussed.
Critique
The article is a little brief and does not delve very deeply into the issue of the bank and its need for money. For a short notice however it does accomplish the goal of informing the reader of the money problem.
Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer?
CNN
By Elizabeth Landau,
SUMMARY:
This year studies have showed that there is a U.S. cancer researcher's warning drew wide attention, more evidence is emerging that long-term cell phone use is associated with cancer, but there's still not a definitive explanation or proof of cause and effect. Dr. Ronald Herberman, the director of the university of Pittsburgh cancer institute, issued a warning, listing steps to avoid harmful electromagnetic radiation from a cell phones he said to keeps phones away from children unless an emergency. He also said that it would lead people to a 30 percent more chance of getting a tumor or brain cancer.
CRITIQUE:
I am honestly not sure if this is true or not because so far people have said some of the strangest things cause cancer like a toothbrush. I mean really a toothbrush? I do however think the article was well written. I'm just not sure all the facts are true.
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Hall scrap under review
A incident happened on the Atlanta sideline that involved Redskins cornerback Deangelo Hall and Atlanta head coach Mike Smith. Deangelo Hall was interviewed and said that Smith put his hands on him in a harmful way shortly after Chris Horton (Redskins safety) hit Matt Ryan out of bounds. Coach of the redskins Jim Zorn and other deangelo hall teammates say that they are fully behind Hall's story. Jim Zorn said he was proud of Deangelo for keeping his composure on the sideline.
Crtique
I think the article should have tryed to interview the Atlanta head coach and some of the Atlanta players that also saw the incident to get both sides of the story. The article was very bias making it seem like the Falcons were wrong and interviewing only redskins players who would obviously be on Deangelos side.
Crtique
I think the article should have tryed to interview the Atlanta head coach and some of the Atlanta players that also saw the incident to get both sides of the story. The article was very bias making it seem like the Falcons were wrong and interviewing only redskins players who would obviously be on Deangelos side.
Stroller hinge can cut off kids' fingers
Stroller hinge can cut off kids' fingers
By Natasha T. Metzler
November 9th, 2009
A million Maclaren strollers sold by Target and Babies "R" Us were recalled yesterday. There were 12 reports of children having their fingertips amputated by a hinge mechanism in the stroller. The recall includes several different models of the stroller. The danger is present when the stroller is being opened because an opening where the child could stick their finger and have it amputated. The companys is offering freee hinge covers to prevent future incidents.
Critique
The article is brief and concise and is lacking in emotion. It is an emotional subject when a child has their finger chopped off. By using the word amputated, the story seems critical and dispassionate. It does not seem to capture the severity of the strollers damage to the childs fingers.
By Natasha T. Metzler
November 9th, 2009
A million Maclaren strollers sold by Target and Babies "R" Us were recalled yesterday. There were 12 reports of children having their fingertips amputated by a hinge mechanism in the stroller. The recall includes several different models of the stroller. The danger is present when the stroller is being opened because an opening where the child could stick their finger and have it amputated. The companys is offering freee hinge covers to prevent future incidents.
Critique
The article is brief and concise and is lacking in emotion. It is an emotional subject when a child has their finger chopped off. By using the word amputated, the story seems critical and dispassionate. It does not seem to capture the severity of the strollers damage to the childs fingers.
Ovechkin injury report
Alex Ovechkin jokinling tells a reporter he was going to be out for a month where in fact he should be back in a week. Ovechkin had 14 goals and 23 points leading the team and was clearly the superstar for the Nationals. He practiced with a yellow non contact jersey yesterday and also peformed some wrist shots and a couple of slap shots. He said he didnt want to put too much pressure on his body to quickly. Ovechkin will miss the Nationals next game against the New York Islanders.
Critique
The article was well written providing enough facts about the injury and also interviewing the player about the injury. The article was a little long but provided the necessary information about the subject. They should of interviewed some of the players asking them about Ovechkins injury.
Critique
The article was well written providing enough facts about the injury and also interviewing the player about the injury. The article was a little long but provided the necessary information about the subject. They should of interviewed some of the players asking them about Ovechkins injury.
Iran threatens to put trespassing Americans on trial
The article talks abgout how three Americans were arrested on November 9, 2009 for crossing the Iran border. The Iran people think the hikers were american spys. President of Iran, Mahmoud Ahmadimejad, accused the U.S for imprisioning innocent Iranians and keeping them in American prisons. The president of Iran says the Americans have crossed the Iran border legally and they have the right to punish them.
Critique
I think the article could have been longer and filled with more information than it was. They also could have gotton more interviews such as the Americans who got arrested and our president to see how he was going to address the situation.
Critique
I think the article could have been longer and filled with more information than it was. They also could have gotton more interviews such as the Americans who got arrested and our president to see how he was going to address the situation.
Kids, cell phones: What's right call?
The article dicusses how what is the appropiate age for children to have cell phones or if the should have them at all. Karen Odgen a licensed therapist says that the parents need to remind the children that the phone is a privelage not a right. Parents dicussed that one of the only reasons they got their child a phone was for peace of mind so they always know where there child is.
Critique
I think this was a well written article because it had interviews from the parents and also a therapist. I think the only thing that was wrong or could be improved with was that they did not have any interviews from the children that recieved the cell phones.
Critique
I think this was a well written article because it had interviews from the parents and also a therapist. I think the only thing that was wrong or could be improved with was that they did not have any interviews from the children that recieved the cell phones.
Thin Skins Feel The Pain
The Redskins currently last in their divison with the record of 2-6 after losing to the falcons on Sunday. The Skins have suffered injurys to a majority of the starters including Clinton Portis, Chris Cooley, Chris Samuels, Mike Williams, Chris Horton and Randy Thomas. Players on the team are dissapointed with their recent failure such as rookie Brian Orakpo. Orakpo who won a championship as a freshman at the University of Texas. He has never in his carear had a losing season besides being a Redskin.
Critique
The article could of included the recent position of Jim Zorn questions have risen if he will have a job at the end of the year. They could have included the teams that the Redskins have victorys agaisnt and also interview more players not Jim Zorn.
Critique
The article could of included the recent position of Jim Zorn questions have risen if he will have a job at the end of the year. They could have included the teams that the Redskins have victorys agaisnt and also interview more players not Jim Zorn.
Sliding Giants must regroup
The New York Giants are suffering a four game losing streak dropping thei record to 5-4. They are currently thrid place in the NFC East behing Dallas (6-2) and Philadelphia (5-3). Last Sunday the Giants suffered their most heart breaking against the San Diego Chargers losing by one point 21-20. The Giants players still feel they can go to the playoffs and possibly win the Championship.
Critique
The article was a bit long saying pretty much the same thing. The article should have said that the Giants were 10-6 the year they won the super bowl being the underdog to even go to the playoffs.
Critique
The article was a bit long saying pretty much the same thing. The article should have said that the Giants were 10-6 the year they won the super bowl being the underdog to even go to the playoffs.
Blount will play Saturday
Oregon running back LeGarrete Blount was reinstaed November 9th, 2009 after being orginally suspended for punching Boise State player in the seaason opener. Blount will bot be starting for the Ducks and has moved down to be a third string running back. Starting freshman running back LaMicheal James has surpassed Blounts total rushing yards from last season with 1,043. James becomes the first Oregon freshman to rush over a 1000 yards in a single season.
Critique
The article was well written but could of included how Florida Gator Brandon Spikes only got suspended for one game after attempting to gauge out a players eyes at their last game. There was a lot of controversy circling the two decisons and should have been mentioned in the article.
Critique
The article was well written but could of included how Florida Gator Brandon Spikes only got suspended for one game after attempting to gauge out a players eyes at their last game. There was a lot of controversy circling the two decisons and should have been mentioned in the article.
D.C. Sniper Is to Be Executed on Tuesday
Title: D.C. sniper is to be executed on tuesday
Author: David Stout
Date: November 9, 2009
Summary:
This article talks about how the judicial process was being rushed because the death was placed so soon on tuesday for a leathal injection. Virginia has the nation's second-busiest death chamber, right behind Texas'. The upcoming death is for Mr. Muhammad; his 17 year old accompliss was placed under a life sentence in prison. The governor can intervene and stop the death tuesday and has agreed to review the case, but he signaled that he isn't inclined to intervene on his death.
Critique:
There aren't that many quotes used in the article from people, and this is basically just straight forward information without much substance. It's short and the reader would probably lose focus at the title because the words weren't strong enough to keep you reading. It was informative and a news article, but this could have been so much better.
Author: David Stout
Date: November 9, 2009
Summary:
This article talks about how the judicial process was being rushed because the death was placed so soon on tuesday for a leathal injection. Virginia has the nation's second-busiest death chamber, right behind Texas'. The upcoming death is for Mr. Muhammad; his 17 year old accompliss was placed under a life sentence in prison. The governor can intervene and stop the death tuesday and has agreed to review the case, but he signaled that he isn't inclined to intervene on his death.
Critique:
There aren't that many quotes used in the article from people, and this is basically just straight forward information without much substance. It's short and the reader would probably lose focus at the title because the words weren't strong enough to keep you reading. It was informative and a news article, but this could have been so much better.
New York Gay Rights Foe Sees Nuance in His Stand
Title: New York gay rights foe sees nuance in his stand
Author: Nicholas Confessore and Jeremy W. Peters
Date: November 9, 2009
Summary:
Senator Diaz, of New York, is one of the most outspoken opposers of gay marriage; he does not hate gay people though. Senator Diaz has two gay brothers, a gay granddaughter, and a good friend that he calls his "brother" which is gay. Mr. Diaz believes that there are more important issues to work on, and he believes that because the senate is not majority democrat that the people don't want gay marriage legalized just yet. Also, he says that in order for him to accept gays to get married, he'd have to turn his beliefs inside out, and he already accepts them. He just doesn't want to allow them to get married.
Critique:
This article had a good amount of quotes and they usually followed with what the article was taking about. I think that they clearly expressed both sides and explained as to why Senator Diaz does not want gay marriage to be legalized, and it helped me clearly understand his view on the possition. Over-all, I think this was a well written article.
Author: Nicholas Confessore and Jeremy W. Peters
Date: November 9, 2009
Summary:
Senator Diaz, of New York, is one of the most outspoken opposers of gay marriage; he does not hate gay people though. Senator Diaz has two gay brothers, a gay granddaughter, and a good friend that he calls his "brother" which is gay. Mr. Diaz believes that there are more important issues to work on, and he believes that because the senate is not majority democrat that the people don't want gay marriage legalized just yet. Also, he says that in order for him to accept gays to get married, he'd have to turn his beliefs inside out, and he already accepts them. He just doesn't want to allow them to get married.
Critique:
This article had a good amount of quotes and they usually followed with what the article was taking about. I think that they clearly expressed both sides and explained as to why Senator Diaz does not want gay marriage to be legalized, and it helped me clearly understand his view on the possition. Over-all, I think this was a well written article.
Monday, November 9, 2009
gang rape
In Richmond California there was a gang rape on Saturday after a homecoming dance. The girl was 15 years old. 20 people were involved. 10 watched and laughed while 10 helped. they arrested 2 suspects soon after they fled.
katt williams arrested?
Comedian Katt Williams was arrested and said to be breaking in the house he was a guest in. it was said he stole over 3,000 dollars worth of jelwrey and coins. Katt Williams' lawyer said "that is completley false he wears more then that on his person daily.
health reform bill
Health reform billed was passed. It needed 218 votes to passed luckily it got 220. 219 demecrats voted for it but one republican voted for it. 39 demecrats voted against it, it is a bill but if it becomes a law is yet to be known
sniper execution
The D.C sniper is set to die on November 10th 2009. After killing 14 people throught october 2002. the ages range from 13 year old boy to a 72. Lee Boyd Malvo was 17 at the time of the shooting now 24 he serves life in prison. John Allen Muhammad is set to get his death penalty. he is trying to hold it off now, They planned to kill him with lethal interjection
election
Bob Mcdonnel won the goveners race in Virginia. The republicans has took back the state when it comes to elections. Last term the demecrats took what was once a demecratic state. Republican winners included Bob Mcdonnell, Bill Bolling. The only demecratic winner was Jody Wagner.
Bacon pie?
Article by: (none mentioned)
Published: November 9th 2009
Summary: Food experts list the top 13 fattiest meals, and mention that if it were possibly to 'get fat' by just looking at food, these meals could do just the trick. Many of the meals meniton involved bacon. One of the most surprising however, was the bacon pie. A traditional pie, served with a meat (bacon) weave.
Critique: It opened my eyes to interesting new foods that would be an...experience...to try.
Published: November 9th 2009
Summary: Food experts list the top 13 fattiest meals, and mention that if it were possibly to 'get fat' by just looking at food, these meals could do just the trick. Many of the meals meniton involved bacon. One of the most surprising however, was the bacon pie. A traditional pie, served with a meat (bacon) weave.
Critique: It opened my eyes to interesting new foods that would be an...experience...to try.
Junior defender Elizabeth Lambert was suspended Friday for her infractions the day before during a 1-0 loss to BYU in a Mountain West Conference semifinal. Lambert is seen in video from the game throwing elbows, colliding with several players and then yanking the ponytail of a BYU player who went crashing to the ground. this was an action of pure emotion and stupidity. she says she was into the game and got worked up but it had been happening the whole game.
Taylor Swift's song about Kanye
Article by: Ken Tucker
Published: November 7th, 2009
Summary: Taylor Swift appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL) and sang a monologue about some of the events that occured to her in her life. One of which, addressed the Kanye issue. She sang about how she was over it, and also mentioned something about Joe Jonas in the song.
Critique: the article was a tad vague, and did not give much detail as to what she really spoke about that much.
Published: November 7th, 2009
Summary: Taylor Swift appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL) and sang a monologue about some of the events that occured to her in her life. One of which, addressed the Kanye issue. She sang about how she was over it, and also mentioned something about Joe Jonas in the song.
Critique: the article was a tad vague, and did not give much detail as to what she really spoke about that much.
Female soccer player suspended
Article by: Tim Gardner
Published: November 6th, 2009
Summary: A women's soccer player from the New Mexico team (Elizabeth Lambert) was suspended for incredibly aggresiveness on the field. The video of her multiple violent acts were found all over the web, and world wide news after the event. She apolygized, but many people find it unexcusable. She quotes, "I am deeply and wholeheartedly regretful for my actions, My actions were uncalled for. I let my emotions get the best of me in a heated situation. I take full responsibility for my actions and accept any punishment felt necessary from the coaching staff and UNM administration. This is in no way indicative of my character or the soccer player that I am. I am sorry to my coaches and teammates for any and all damages I have brought upon them. I am especially sorry to BYU and the BYU women's soccer players that were personally affected by my actions. I have the utmost respect for the BYU women's soccer program and its players."
Critque: i thought the article was well covered seeing as to many news stations had already covered the issue
Published: November 6th, 2009
Summary: A women's soccer player from the New Mexico team (Elizabeth Lambert) was suspended for incredibly aggresiveness on the field. The video of her multiple violent acts were found all over the web, and world wide news after the event. She apolygized, but many people find it unexcusable. She quotes, "I am deeply and wholeheartedly regretful for my actions, My actions were uncalled for. I let my emotions get the best of me in a heated situation. I take full responsibility for my actions and accept any punishment felt necessary from the coaching staff and UNM administration. This is in no way indicative of my character or the soccer player that I am. I am sorry to my coaches and teammates for any and all damages I have brought upon them. I am especially sorry to BYU and the BYU women's soccer players that were personally affected by my actions. I have the utmost respect for the BYU women's soccer program and its players."
Critque: i thought the article was well covered seeing as to many news stations had already covered the issue
Deer escapes lion attack
Article by: Karen Ariazia
Published: November 8th, 2009
Summary: a deer found itself inside alions den at the National Zoo, where it was chased by two female lions. It narrowly escaped into the moat of the exhibit, where zoo officials sedated it and took it to the animal hospital. The lion's caused to much damaged for it's life to be saved. The event was all caught on film.
Cristique: I think the writer should have put some quotes from the witnesses, seeing as to it was caught on film and numerous people watched it occur. other than that, i thought that it was a good notation of a neat news event.
Published: November 8th, 2009
Summary: a deer found itself inside alions den at the National Zoo, where it was chased by two female lions. It narrowly escaped into the moat of the exhibit, where zoo officials sedated it and took it to the animal hospital. The lion's caused to much damaged for it's life to be saved. The event was all caught on film.
Cristique: I think the writer should have put some quotes from the witnesses, seeing as to it was caught on film and numerous people watched it occur. other than that, i thought that it was a good notation of a neat news event.
forthood massacere
Thirteen soilders left Fort Hood on Friday as authorities searched for a motive in the massacre that left more than 50 casualties at the largest U.S. military base. A man killed 13 different people on fort hood military base. Ironicly this was right before veterans day.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Capitals Ovechkin out for two weeks
Capitals ovechkin out for two weeks
By: Joseph White
SUMMARY:
Alex Ovechkin has the most serious injury of his NHL career he has a "upper body strain" He quotes "everyone gets injuries, every player gets hurt, I'm lucky nothings broken" he's only missed four games, only two of which were due to injuries. He thinks his injury occurred during a large scrum that when Ovechkin and Jason Chimera bumped each other but the bump turned into a shove.
CRITIQUE:
I became a fan of the capitals when I met my friends step-dad who was probably one of their biggest fans. But over all i think was a well written article, it was descriptive and gave all the important information at the beginning of the article.
Gang Rape
Summary:
A 15 year old girl was gang raped outside Richmond High School in California. This happened outside the school's homecoming dance Saaturday night in suburban San Francisco. Authorities describe this as a two and an half hour assault. Only two teenage suspecta have been jailed, but more are expected by the police detectives. It's said that as many as 20 people were involved or stood and watched. There us a $20,000 reward for anyone who comes to the police with information that helps the arrests and gets convictions. There was 10 people involved in the assualt, while the other 10 people watched without calling the police to report it. The police don't have the ability to arrest those who stood there and said nothing because there is no specific law against it in California. The victim was found unconscious under a bench shortly before midnight Saturday, after police received a call. Someone had overheard the people at the assualt talking about the incident so she called the police and directed them to her. She was transported to the hospital in a helicopter and was in stable condition by Tuesday.
Critiques:
This article was very good and well written. It was sad when i was reading it because there was so many witnesses at the sene, but no one helped. It was said that no one helped her becaue it was gang related and people didn't want to speak up. It's like the people in the gang were controlling them. They didn't want anyone to speek up so no one did. the only reason the girl was found was because someone over heard people talking about it and called the police. It's amazing hoow everyone knew about it, but did absolutly nothing. It's a good thing she's alive though. I thihnk they should of wrote more about the victim and who found her. The only names that were mentioned were the police officers and the detectives, which no one really needed to know
A 15 year old girl was gang raped outside Richmond High School in California. This happened outside the school's homecoming dance Saaturday night in suburban San Francisco. Authorities describe this as a two and an half hour assault. Only two teenage suspecta have been jailed, but more are expected by the police detectives. It's said that as many as 20 people were involved or stood and watched. There us a $20,000 reward for anyone who comes to the police with information that helps the arrests and gets convictions. There was 10 people involved in the assualt, while the other 10 people watched without calling the police to report it. The police don't have the ability to arrest those who stood there and said nothing because there is no specific law against it in California. The victim was found unconscious under a bench shortly before midnight Saturday, after police received a call. Someone had overheard the people at the assualt talking about the incident so she called the police and directed them to her. She was transported to the hospital in a helicopter and was in stable condition by Tuesday.
Critiques:
This article was very good and well written. It was sad when i was reading it because there was so many witnesses at the sene, but no one helped. It was said that no one helped her becaue it was gang related and people didn't want to speak up. It's like the people in the gang were controlling them. They didn't want anyone to speek up so no one did. the only reason the girl was found was because someone over heard people talking about it and called the police. It's amazing hoow everyone knew about it, but did absolutly nothing. It's a good thing she's alive though. I thihnk they should of wrote more about the victim and who found her. The only names that were mentioned were the police officers and the detectives, which no one really needed to know
Friday, November 6, 2009
Obama takes heat for skipping Berlin Wall anniversary - http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/11/06/obama-takes-heat-for-skipping-berlin-wall-anniversary/#more-76799
Summary
This Monday, November 9th 2009 Germany will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the fall of Berlin Wall. President Obama was expected to go to the commemoration, but due to an upcoming 10 day trip to Asia, he and his team have decided it is better for him to prepare for what is to be his most important trip this year. During his trip he is expected to visit Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea, to discuss trade, and other economic issues. This trip is also significant because he will get a chance to talk to Chinese officials, who are currently America's 2nd largest trading partner, and the largest holder of U.S government debts. Despite it's importance many people, especially Republic party representatives, and their supporters are outraged.
Rush Limbaugh said, "This is unprecedented...An American president not showing up at one of the most famous sites for the destruction of tyranny and the outbreak of freedom? Being invited by the chancellor, the leader of Germany, and not going?"
The Der Spiegel, a major German newspaper headline also stated, "Barack is too busy".
Despite the controversy, the President said Germany "has become the centerpiece for an extraordinarily strong European Union."
He also invited Germany's chancellor, Angela Markey, to the White House this past Tuesday.
Opinion
In my opinion, the article only showed the view of those in opposition of President Obama's decision, and the one person who supported him, Robert Gibbs, is part of the White House staff, and would have obvious preference to the President's decision. Also, the article failed to mention just how important his trip to Asia is to America's economic well-being. If one were not to search what his trip to Asia entitled, they would think that he was just skipping a very important event in not only Germany's history, but America's history as well. Overall, I believe the article was biased towards the Republican view on the matter, and did not show the full scope of the matter.
This Monday, November 9th 2009 Germany will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the fall of Berlin Wall. President Obama was expected to go to the commemoration, but due to an upcoming 10 day trip to Asia, he and his team have decided it is better for him to prepare for what is to be his most important trip this year. During his trip he is expected to visit Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea, to discuss trade, and other economic issues. This trip is also significant because he will get a chance to talk to Chinese officials, who are currently America's 2nd largest trading partner, and the largest holder of U.S government debts. Despite it's importance many people, especially Republic party representatives, and their supporters are outraged.
Rush Limbaugh said, "This is unprecedented...An American president not showing up at one of the most famous sites for the destruction of tyranny and the outbreak of freedom? Being invited by the chancellor, the leader of Germany, and not going?"
The Der Spiegel, a major German newspaper headline also stated, "Barack is too busy".
Despite the controversy, the President said Germany "has become the centerpiece for an extraordinarily strong European Union."
He also invited Germany's chancellor, Angela Markey, to the White House this past Tuesday.
Opinion
In my opinion, the article only showed the view of those in opposition of President Obama's decision, and the one person who supported him, Robert Gibbs, is part of the White House staff, and would have obvious preference to the President's decision. Also, the article failed to mention just how important his trip to Asia is to America's economic well-being. If one were not to search what his trip to Asia entitled, they would think that he was just skipping a very important event in not only Germany's history, but America's history as well. Overall, I believe the article was biased towards the Republican view on the matter, and did not show the full scope of the matter.
‘Favre shakes off boos, Vikings beat Packers 38-26’
Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/recap?gid=20091101009&prov=ap
Article by: Chris Jenkins
November 1st, 2009 (article publication date)
Summary: Famous NFL quarterback Brett Favre, now playing for the team he was most known for (the Packers) rival the Minnesota Vikings, shook off the crowds boos and played what some are saying was one of his best games last Sunday. The final score being 38-26, Vikings, it was a difficult loss for the Packers seeing as to they were on their own turf and playing against what many hardcore Packer fans are calling a ‘traitor’ (AKA Brett Favre). The Packers’ players and staff are hopeful for the next match against them comes later on, but are still sore from the depressing outcome of the game. However, most people will argue that even though the Packers lost, Rodgers was also on top of his game, completing the game with 261 pass yards compared to Favre who finished with 244.
Critique: I thought the article was pretty well written, and I liked how they showed both sides of the story as far as the issue when Favre was constantly booed and such. The author included enough about the actual game as well as the issue many people are talking about (Favre being a Viking).
Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/recap?gid=20091101009&prov=ap
Article by: Chris Jenkins
November 1st, 2009 (article publication date)
Summary: Famous NFL quarterback Brett Favre, now playing for the team he was most known for (the Packers) rival the Minnesota Vikings, shook off the crowds boos and played what some are saying was one of his best games last Sunday. The final score being 38-26, Vikings, it was a difficult loss for the Packers seeing as to they were on their own turf and playing against what many hardcore Packer fans are calling a ‘traitor’ (AKA Brett Favre). The Packers’ players and staff are hopeful for the next match against them comes later on, but are still sore from the depressing outcome of the game. However, most people will argue that even though the Packers lost, Rodgers was also on top of his game, completing the game with 261 pass yards compared to Favre who finished with 244.
Critique: I thought the article was pretty well written, and I liked how they showed both sides of the story as far as the issue when Favre was constantly booed and such. The author included enough about the actual game as well as the issue many people are talking about (Favre being a Viking).
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Sniper asks court to block execution
Sniper asks court to block execution
November 4, 2009
By: Mark Sherman
John Allen Muhammad, masterming of the 2002 sniper attacks in the Wahsington D.C. area, that left 10 dead, asked the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday to stop his execution. It is said that his lawyer was incompetent and that he is mentally ill. If his mental illness defense passes then he cannot be excuted when he is scheduled to be, Novermber 10th at a Virginia prison. His case is still pending.
November 4, 2009
By: Mark Sherman
John Allen Muhammad, masterming of the 2002 sniper attacks in the Wahsington D.C. area, that left 10 dead, asked the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday to stop his execution. It is said that his lawyer was incompetent and that he is mentally ill. If his mental illness defense passes then he cannot be excuted when he is scheduled to be, Novermber 10th at a Virginia prison. His case is still pending.
critique for the Naked Stafford.. and Sniper asks court...
Naked Stafford man hit by man
Critique
The article is written with too much colloquialism and is too informal with its references to "magic mushrooms" and other slang terms. The article is written with too much emphasis on the supposed personality of the naked boy instead of being objective about the incident.
Sniper asks court to block execution
Critique
The article plays to the sympathy of people depsite the fact that he killed ten people. Notenough emphasis is placed on the severity of his actions. The severity of his crime and the sympathy of his execution should be written in a way that correctly shows them.
Critique
The article is written with too much colloquialism and is too informal with its references to "magic mushrooms" and other slang terms. The article is written with too much emphasis on the supposed personality of the naked boy instead of being objective about the incident.
Sniper asks court to block execution
Critique
The article plays to the sympathy of people depsite the fact that he killed ten people. Notenough emphasis is placed on the severity of his actions. The severity of his crime and the sympathy of his execution should be written in a way that correctly shows them.
Naked Stafford man hit by train
Naked Stafford man hit by train
November 4, 2009
By: Keith Epps
A man on Moday night was running around naked and then got hit by a slow moving train. He was arrested afterwards. While in custody the naked boy admitted to have eaten "magic mushrooms" prior to the incident. A woman called in the incident because she saw the naked boy yelling at himself and screaming. After being hit by the train he was taken to the Stafford hosipital and recovered from his wounds. He was charged with indecent exposure, obstructing railroad operations, obstructing justice, trespassing on railroad property, being drunk in public, and four counts of assault and battery on a police officer.
November 4, 2009
By: Keith Epps
A man on Moday night was running around naked and then got hit by a slow moving train. He was arrested afterwards. While in custody the naked boy admitted to have eaten "magic mushrooms" prior to the incident. A woman called in the incident because she saw the naked boy yelling at himself and screaming. After being hit by the train he was taken to the Stafford hosipital and recovered from his wounds. He was charged with indecent exposure, obstructing railroad operations, obstructing justice, trespassing on railroad property, being drunk in public, and four counts of assault and battery on a police officer.
Rare rail rides draw crowd.
Title: Rare rail rides draw crowd
Author: Jonas Beals
Date: November 2, 2009
Summary:
The Rappahannock chapter of the National Railway Historical Society began giving rides to the public to teach them about the railroad history and how the workers used to work back in the '30s and '40s. The cart that they were giving rides on was used to go and help with keeping the labor on the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac railroads running. The carts used to go up to 60 mph, but was only going between 10 and 20 mph with the passengers on board. The historical ride includes a caboose that the children were able to climb all over.
Critique:
I thought the article had a sufficient amount of quotes that commented on what they were saying, but I don't think the story was front-page worthy. It is a historical event, but I think that the article above it on the finish line of the results of the upcoming election is more important because it would give people their final decision on who to vote for. It could still be in the front, just not the main story with the huge pictures.
Author: Jonas Beals
Date: November 2, 2009
Summary:
The Rappahannock chapter of the National Railway Historical Society began giving rides to the public to teach them about the railroad history and how the workers used to work back in the '30s and '40s. The cart that they were giving rides on was used to go and help with keeping the labor on the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac railroads running. The carts used to go up to 60 mph, but was only going between 10 and 20 mph with the passengers on board. The historical ride includes a caboose that the children were able to climb all over.
Critique:
I thought the article had a sufficient amount of quotes that commented on what they were saying, but I don't think the story was front-page worthy. It is a historical event, but I think that the article above it on the finish line of the results of the upcoming election is more important because it would give people their final decision on who to vote for. It could still be in the front, just not the main story with the huge pictures.
Stafford to replace old schools.
Title: Stafford to replace old schools
Author: Jeff Branscome
Date: November 2, 2009
Summary:
Stafford county is going to renovate and expand Ferry Farm elementary and either Falmouth or Grafton Village to make two schools big enough for 950 students and removing one school. The cost of building a new school and leaving these three up would be $21 million, where as the cost of renovating an existing school to this size would be between $6.6 million and $10 million. The school board has yet to decide where to relocate the students during the time of renovation over the next four years, though.
Critique:
The quotes were placed under the paragraph that the quote talks about, so they were all placed well. The language was easy to read and comprehendable. The article wasn't that interesting, but he did a really good job considering all he had to write was something like "three elementary schools renovate over four years."
Author: Jeff Branscome
Date: November 2, 2009
Summary:
Stafford county is going to renovate and expand Ferry Farm elementary and either Falmouth or Grafton Village to make two schools big enough for 950 students and removing one school. The cost of building a new school and leaving these three up would be $21 million, where as the cost of renovating an existing school to this size would be between $6.6 million and $10 million. The school board has yet to decide where to relocate the students during the time of renovation over the next four years, though.
Critique:
The quotes were placed under the paragraph that the quote talks about, so they were all placed well. The language was easy to read and comprehendable. The article wasn't that interesting, but he did a really good job considering all he had to write was something like "three elementary schools renovate over four years."
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