WEEKEND PREVIEW Nov 20, 2009
A second-place finish in the rugged Mountain West Conference is nevertheless possible for the Cougars, but their last two games won't be easy. This week's visitor to Provo is Air Force, hoping to crack the MWC's top three. (USA Today -- Sports)
2 Pakistani blasts ratchet up bloodshed; 35 die Nov 4, 2009
The United States has reportedly provided technical support to the offensive, seeing the rugged mountain area as a haven for Islamist extremists involved in attacks on Western troops in Afghanistan. The government has sealed off the battle zone to outsiders, making confirmation of military reports impossible, but officials insist the offensive is going well. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Suicide bomber kills 35 in Pakistan Nov 3, 2009
The United States has reportedly provided technical support to the South Waziristan offensive, seeing the rugged mountain area as a haven for Islamist extremists involved in attacks on Western troops in Afghanistan. The government has sealed off the battle zone to outsiders, making confirmation of military reports impossible to confirm, but officials insist the offensive is going well. (Boston Globe)
You never know what you'll see out there. Oct 13, 2009
Antelope Peak: As you meander along the dirt road west of Stanton, toward Arizona 89, a large, rugged mountain dominates the landscape ahead. That's Antelope Peak, which stands 5,786 feet above sea level. (AZCentral -- Travel)
The Legacy of Father Julian Tenison... Oct 10, 2009
The Queensland Government has recently honoured - Father Julian Tenison Woods - in naming one of the rugged mountain peaks in the D'Aguilar Ranges, 31 miles from Brisbane. The suggestion to do this was supported and facilitated by Miss M. Walker of the Oxley Library in Brisbane. (Suite101.com)
New inquiry ordered into deadly Afghanistan battle Oct 1, 2009
Perhaps no unit better exemplifies the challenges presented by the Army's transition from desert warfare in Iraq to rugged mountain campaigns in Afghanistan than the 3rd Infantry Division's 4th Brigade, whose tanks and Bradley assault vehicles were among the first to rumble into Baghdad in the 2003 invasion ... Perhaps no unit better exemplifies the challenges presented by the Army's transition from desert warfare in Iraq to rugged mountain campaigns in Afghanistan than the 3rd Infantry... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
* Saudi princes courage crushes al-Qaedas back in the Kingdom Sep 30, 2009
The rugged mountain terrain, a religiously conservative population and a weak government with a history of collaboration with al-Qaeda have created a relatively sheltered haven. As a result, al-Qaeda has had a respite to try to rebuild itself and to organize attacks in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Unit preps for Afghanistan without the tanks Sep 25, 2009
Perhaps no unit better exemplifies the challenges presented by the Army's transition from desert warfare in Iraq to rugged mountain campaigns in Afghanistan than the 3rd Infantry Division's 4th Brigade, whose tanks and Bradley assault vehicles were among the first to rumble into Baghdad in the 2003 invasion. Under a 2007 plan to grow the Army and diversify its forces, 4th Brigade is the only mechanized unit being ordered to ditch its tanks and Bradleys and relearn how to move through a war zone... (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Major Fraud Allegations in Afghan Vote Aug 31, 2009
Anyone see the 50 boxes of mostly anti-Karzai ballots Obama had the army drop in a rugged mountain area. Add a comment. (CBS News)
Police say 2 people killed in Idaho plane crash Aug 8, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Border agents seize smuggled marijuana near Yuma Aug 5, 2009
Authorities say the driver and a passenger fled into the rugged mountain terrain. Agents later learned that the drug smugglers had cut through the heavy steel bollard fence to make entry into the United States. (AZCentral -- News)
Local soldier injured but safe Jul 22, 2009
They talked with their son Willie as he was being treated at a field hospital in no-man s land the rugged mountain region linking Afghanistan and Pakistan. Advertisement. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Hot desert deals from $89 a night Jul 16, 2009
From rugged mountain ranges to plains filled with tall Saguaro cacti, the Sonoran Desert region around Tucson provides a solid glimpse of the diverse desert habitat in southern Arizona. At the secluded, sand-colored JW Marriott Starr Pass Tucson Resort & Spa, guests can go hiking and mountain biking on several onsite trails through surrounding cacti forest or golf on the challenging 27-hole desert golf course. (MSNBC -- Travel)
* Pakistan plays polo despite fear of violence Jul 12, 2009
The riders, rugged mountain men on sweat-soaked horses, thunder down the pitch, clinging precariously to their saddles and wielding mallets like sabers. Clashing, they swing their mallets like scythes, hitting man as often as ball. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Body found on Mount Washington identified as that of lost Canadian hiker Jul 11, 2009
In all, more than 70 rescuers and a N.H. Army National Guard helicopter combed the rugged mountain area during the three-day search, which was finally called off on June 18, 2009. Following the search, N.H. Fish and Game continued to seek information from the hiking community about possible sightings or other clues. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Essential Travel Info for Mendoza, ... Jul 2, 2009
Rugged mountain landscapes and heart-stopping switchbacks make the 7-hour trip from Santiago memorable for international arrivals. Several companies offer the service for $20 but Tur-Bus proves most reliable. (Suite101.com)
* Official says hostages found murdered in Yemen Jun 16, 2009
But a rebel spokesman dismissed the accusation as baseless, and said the kidnapping took place in an area controlled by security forces in the town of Saada in the center of rugged mountain range. Gunmen took hostage 28 foreign medical staff members from a hospital in Amran, north of Sanaa on Thursday and released them on Friday following tribal mediation, media reports said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Last-minute Pacific Northwest cruise for cheap Jun 5, 2009
At the same time, adventure seekers can go scuba diving, or head to the rugged mountain wilderness. In addition, there are plenty of beaches, shopping, and dining venues to enjoy before sailing back to Long Beach. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Soldiers hunt Taliban fighters as Pakistan says victory near Jun 1, 2009
The attack was repulsed successfully, inflicting heavy casualties on militants," it said in a statement. Fifteen militants and three soldiers died in the clash in Spinkai Raghzai, while elsewhere in the semi-autonomous tribal area 10 insurgents and four troops including a lieutenant died when rebels attacked a military convoy. Civilians have started fleeing the area fearing a fresh military onslaught, but the army has denied an imminent assault on Waziristan, where militants branded by... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Fighting a high-tech war on a low-tech mule May 5, 2009
The differences between Iraq and Afghanistan are striking: Afghanistan offers more complex linguistic and cultural challenges, a more sophisticated and perhaps determined enemy, and a rugged mountain terrain that is among the most forbidding and remote landscapes anywhere in the world ... While Iraq is known for its stifling summer heat and mostly broad desert plains, Afghanistan offers low deserts and rugged mountain ranges with high-altitude cold. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Up to 2,000 New Orangutans Found on Borneo Apr 14, 2009
It may seem hard to miss hundreds of fiery-orange apes unless they live hidden in 2 million acres (809,371 hectares) of 's rugged mountain forests. Combing through the island's East Kalimantan Province part of Borneo's sector last December, conservationists discovered 219 orangutan nests. (National Geographic)
Record Goes Down, But So Does Stanford Apr 11, 2009
The top four teams in the rugged Mountain Pacific Sports Federation are awarded homecourt advantage in the first round of the conference tournament, and going into Saturday night's rematch at Maples, the two share fourth place at 12-7 with only one weekend of regular season play. No. 5 Stanford (19-9 overall) struggled to get through the BYU block. (Gostanford.com)
Pilot tells of emergency Butte landing (58) Apr 1, 2009
An air traffic controller in Salt Lake City helped guide Plessner above the rugged mountain terrain surrounding Butte during low visibility as snow blanketed the area. "The air traffic controller that vectored us in did a wonderful job," he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
In Mexico's drug wars, fears of a U.S. front Mar 10, 2009
Much of the region is desert and rugged mountain terrain, making it difficult to even monitor the cartels activities, much less counter them. When youre fighting an enemy you cant see and you dont know where they are, how are you going to fight against that. (MSNBC -- Crime)
As the world's languages disappear, Basque revives Feb 22, 2009
Many locals acknowledge that foreigners mistakenly associate all Basques with the extremist group ETA, whose members are known to slip back and forth across the rugged mountain border. "There are lots of cliches," Perrin said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Pilot with Petoskey ties to scale Kilimanjaro Feb 13, 2009
It is a beautiful, yet rugged mountain, and people do not give it enough credit it deserves as far as difficulty, she said. It took us six days total, and we summited on the evening of the fourth day to reach the summit just in time to watch the sun rise over the top of Africa. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
First-year coaches finding early success Feb 11, 2009
TCU started 4-1 in the rugged Mountain West before falling back into the pack. Christian seems extremely unlikely to extend his personal streak of six consecutive 20-win seasons, but he should hit that mark at TCU sooner rather than later. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
