SUBASE patrol boats securing waters, guarding subs Jul 23, 2009
- Fast Boat W-1 speeds past the security barriers on the Thames River ... Part of this job entails securing the waterfront, a two-mile section of Thames River, by monitoring boat traffic ... "Most boaters know the rules, but sometimes we have to remind them to keep their distance." Besides speeding, incidents on the Thames River most often include tipped canoes. (The Dolphin, CT)
Argentina steps up efforts to control swine flu Jul 22, 2009
London's Daily Star reported that authorities increased security on the Thames River in London in response to possible threats to the city's landmarks, including such tourist favorites as the London Eye and Houses of Parliament, whose most prominent symbol is Big Ben. The efforts were the result of November's terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, in which the attackers used boats to get into the city. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Finance Leasing Company bondholders dissecting command structure as majority shareholder and issuer disavow USD 150m bond Jul 17, 2009
With talks now heading into a seventh month, some creditors have already taken legal action against FLC. Investment manager Thames River Capital has filed a claim against FLC in the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), and other legal proceedings are underway in other jurisdictions, as reported. The deadline for FLC to appoint a nominee for the LCIA proceedings ran out earlier this week but during the 30 June meeting, Malyutin said FLC was unconcerned because the company is in a... (FT.com -- Markets)
Terror threat over Thames Jul 14, 2009
NEW DELHI/LONDON: London is under a fresh terror threat with terror outfits plotting to send explosives-laden boats down the Thames river to blow up key city buildings and tourist spots. The Houses of Parliament, London Eye and the Canary Wharf figure are among the over 100 key sites that are said to be under threat, UK newspaper Daily Star has reported. (India Times)
Conn. casinos team up to take on Atlantic City Jul 8, 2009
The partnership marks the first time the two casinos, located 7 miles apart, on either side of the Thames River in the southeast part of the state, have joined forces. It just seemed like something whose time has come, said Mitchell Etess, president of Mohegan Sun. (Boston Globe)
Bulldogs Fall In Remenham Cup Final Jul 6, 2009
On Sunday, in the final of the Remenham Cup at the Henley Royal Regatta on the Thames River, the Bulldogs got to test themselves against a crew that may someday compete in the Olympics. Leander Club & Wallingford R.C., which is essentially Great Britain's national team, edged Yale by three lengths, finishing with a time of 7 minutes, 37 seconds. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Sports news briefs: 7/5/09 Jul 5, 2009
Mercyhurst College triumphed in one of the closest races of the day, beating England's Molesey by one-third of a length to qualify for the final today of the Visitors' Cup for intermediate coxless fours against Isis of England at the Henley Royal Regatta on the Thames River in England. Boxing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Show your true colors on July 4 Jul 4, 2009
Groton Parks and Rec will sponsor the free concert that precedes the Thames River Fireworks on Saturday, July 11. Headliners include Jay Dempsey & Highway Call. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Bulldogs Cruise To Win In First Race At Henley Jul 4, 2009
5-length victory over Clyde A.R.C. & Edinburgh Univ on the Thames River. Yale finished the 1,500-meter course in 7 minutes, 24 seconds, the fastest of any of the boats in the quarterfinals. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Free Fun Events For July 4th Weekend Jul 3, 2009
Thames River Fireworks: Pre-show concert in Fort Griswold, Groton, with Jay Dempsey & Highway Call, from 6pm to 9:20pm. This event is part of New London s Sailfest, a three-day festival of food, entertainment and on-water activities. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Fourth of July Events Jul 3, 2009
The annual Thames River Fireworks will be held on Saturday, July 11 this year. There will be a pre-show concert in Fort Griswold, Groton, with Jay Dempsey & Highway Call, from 6 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. This event is part of New London s Sailfest, a three-day festival of food, entertainment and on-water activities. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Bulldogs Prepare for Saturday's 144th Yale-Harvard Regatta Jul 1, 2009
Races Will Be Held on New London's Thames River ... On all but five occasions since 1878 the Regatta has been held on the Thames River in New London ... WHERE TO WATCH The Thames River will be closed to traffic on race day from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., or approximately 15 minutes after the conclusion of the varsity race. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Yale's Elite Eight And Senior Eight Victorious At Henley Women's Regatta Jun 22, 2009
HENLEY-ON-THAMES, England - Yale's elite eight and senior eight both won titles on the final day of the Henley Women's Regatta on the Thames River. The elite eight captured the Sports Council Cup by defeating the Leander Club, Britain's under-23 national team, by three-quarters of a length. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
UConn's Thabeet opts out of workout Jun 22, 2009
Yale s elite eight and senior eight won titles on the final day of the Henley women s regatta on the Thames River. The elite eight, which defeated the Leander Club to win the Sports Council Cup, won the race over the 1,500-meter course in a Henley record time of 4 minutes 40 seconds. (Boston Globe)
Two Yale Boats Advance At Henley Women's Regatta Jun 21, 2009
HENLEY-ON-THAMES, England - Both Yale boats that raced on Saturday advanced at the Henley Women's Regatta on the Thames River. The Bulldogs' elite four with coxswain defeated the Thames Rowing Club by a half-a-length, finishing in a time of 5:28. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Bulldogs Head Across The Pond To Race At Henley Jun 18, 2009
- Members of the Yale women's crew will spend the next three weeks competing on one of the most famous courses in the world - the Thames River in Henley-on-Thames, England. Four Yale boats are entered in the Henley Women's Regatta which begins this weekend. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Weber Earns Prestigious Annenberg Fellowship Jun 18, 2009
Eton College is situated just across the Thames River from Windsor Castle. Established in 1440 by King Henry VI, Eton is an independent boarding school for boys aged 13 to 19. (Hopkinssports.com)
Harvard Tops Yale in 144th Yale-Harvard Regatta Jun 16, 2009
- Rough, cold water and steady, hard wind set the stage for Saturday's 144th running of the Yale-Harvard Regatta on the Thames River in New London, Conn. The Bulldogs got solid performances from all three of its boat, but fell short of a strong Crimson squad in the varsity, junior varsity and freshman races. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
North Sea Flood of 1953 Jun 6, 2009
There was extensive flooding along the Thames River where homes, factories, dockyards and refineries were evacuated. Europe. (Suite101.com)
Take to the water this summer Jun 5, 2009
It s time to wipe the spider webs out of the kayaks, lift the life jackets off the hook and enjoy what s just beyond our back yard: Long Island Sound and the Thames River. The Sound and the Thames River are the end of a healthy watershed in northeastern Connecticut and southcentral Massachusetts ... The health of the valley s forests, and of the Quinebaug and Shetucket rivers that flow through the valley, greatly reduce nitrogen loading of Long Island Sound and the Thames River. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Grotons Gungywamp Complex May 29, 2009
The series of cairns that may line part of the Complex may have been a main highway between Ledyard and the Thames River, said Buchanan. As slow as the research goes, Buchanan said, the Society s findings have given us a really good glimpse of Colonial life, and a peep into earlier civilizations as well. (Westerly Sun, RI)
The London Eye and Thames River Cru... May 9, 2009
The London Eye and Thames River Cruise. The London Eye and Thames River Cruise ... The copyright of the article The London Eye and Thames River Cruise in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Disabled war veteran set to finish marathon May 8, 2009
you know," he says, an apologetic smile forming as he makes his way up the north bank of the Thames River, along the marathon course. "I really want to be able to help people. " It is perhaps not a thought that would occur to everyone in Packer's shoes. The 36-year-old was wounded in the aftermath of a rocket attack on his base in Basra, Iraq, in February 2008. A vehicle rolled down a sand bank, striking Packer "head on" and dragging him under it, he says. "There was no one in it," he says. He... (CNN -- World)
No. 2 Bulldogs Win Emily Wick/Sloop Shrew Trophies Apr 20, 2009
The team sailed 16 races in A and B divisions in FJs and 420s at the Thames River venue. The Bulldogs scored 164 points between the two divisions, beating No. 1 Charleston by 17 points. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
* UK gas network may be employed for carbon dioxide Apr 18, 2009
The Thames river area near the countrys financial capital is home to large producers of greenhouse gases. Train declined to name companies National Grid had spoken with about the plans beyond saying we are talking with parties in both those areas of England. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
National Grid May Pump Carbon Dioxide Out to Sea to Curb Global Warming Apr 16, 2009
The Thames river area near the countrys financial capital is home to large producers of greenhouse gases. Duesseldorf-based , Germanys largest utility, has drawn up plans for carbon capture at a new coal-burning power plant at Kingsnorth, just south of the Thames river. (Bloomberg -- UK)
No. 3 Bulldogs Take Third at Southern New England Team Race Apr 7, 2009
On Sunday, the breeze was consistently windier, with the wind still coming partially over the land and partially down the Thames River venue, which gave the wind time to build up. Because of the very strong wind and frequent shifts, boats frequently capsized. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Coast Guard Softball Runs Winning Streak To 17 Apr 6, 2009
In coed racing, the No. 17 Camels won four of seven races in the Silver Fleet in the Southern New England Team Race Regatta on the Thames River in New London. "Regional". (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
No. 3 Bulldogs To Compete in Team Race Events Apr 4, 2009
The event, which will be co-hosted by Coast Guard and Connecticut College on the Thames River in New London, will be mostly sailed in FJs, but 420s may be used as well. This year, 18 teams will compete at the event, with 16 of the competing teams ranked in the top 20 nationally. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
G20 Tightens Rules, Loosens Purse Strings Apr 3, 2009
As leaders met in the Docklands, a former shipping area on the Thames river that was redeveloped as an international business center, protesters began a second day of demonstrations. Security was tight at the summit venue; hundreds of police manned barriers and checkpoints around the security perimeter. (CBS News)
Two Former Bears Compete at Prestigious Boat Race Apr 3, 2009
The "Boat Race" is an annual competition between Oxford and Cambridge University, held on the Thames River in London. The event is somewhat unique due to its length, as the race is an unorthodox 4 ; miles, an intensely grueling competition. (Brownbears.com)
G-20 nations look for ways out of financial crisis Apr 3, 2009
As leaders met in the Docklands, a former shipping area on the Thames river that was redeveloped as an international business center, protesters began a second day of demonstrations. Dozens were arrested in clashes on Wednesday. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
G-20 gives $1 trillion Apr 3, 2009
Police boats patrolled the Thames river as small groups of demonstrators protested world poverty and climate change. Over 110 people were arrested over two days, police said. (AZCentral -- News)
Downey reveals Sherlock Holmes details Apr 1, 2009
Theater owners attending their annual ShoWest convention got to see Downeys Holmes in a bruising boxing match, diving from a tall building into Londons Thames River and trading barbs with roommate Dr. Watson (Jude Law), who complains about the detectives slovenliness and nocturnal violin playing. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Manager: Half of Hedge Funds Will Be Gone Mar 18, 2009
"The hedge fund bubble has popped and, unfortunately when any bubble pops, it's a painful process," said Ken Kinsey-Quick, head of multi-manager of hedge fund firm Thames River Capital. "If half were to close down, I wouldn't be surprised. But the nice thing about hedge fund land is that things move very very quickly, it will probably be done and dusted by June," he continued. (Newsmax)
Joseph Lister Antiseptic Surgery an... Mar 17, 2009
In Carlisle, England carbolic acid (phenol) was used periodically to control the odor of the Thames River. The phenol worked quite well. (Suite101.com)
RM10bil to makeover three areas Mar 15, 2009
Web search enhanced by. Published: Sunday March 15, 2009 MYT 5:20:00 PM. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
London City Hall Landlord in Default Brings Credit Crisis to Mayor's Door Feb 28, 2009
The mortgage on the egg-shaped glass building on the Thames River where Londons City Hall has its offices is in default, a victim of the falling value of U.K. office properties. The building is part of a 13-acre development near London Bridge owned by developer. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Liquidation Pressure for Listed Funds of Funds Feb 17, 2009
Of the 19 public fund of hedge funds -- run by managers such as BNP Paribas SA, Dexion Capital PLC, Financial Risk Management Ltd., Goldman Sachs, Gottex Group and Thames River Capital LLP -- four have announced. Share. (Wall Street Journal)
Flooding still a problem in southern Ontario Feb 16, 2009
Streets and parking lots along the Thames River have already been closed and some local merchants will see water fill their basements. The Lower Thames Conservation Authority says the river is expected to peak this afternoon in Thamesville and by early Monday in Chatham, with water levels 5. (Globe and Mail)
A cautious celebration Feb 15, 2009
Despite the dreary weather and no orange-throwing tradition at the somewhat freezing Thames River, everyone seemed to be in joyous spirit. Oh yes, the feel good factor was reflected everywhere just after the BBC carried a live parliamentary report that Malaysia has retained its visa-free status. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Slots slip, chips are down, and casino workers suffer Feb 11, 2009
Just a few miles across the Thames River, Foxwoods Resort Casino, a rival establishment on the Mashantucket Pequot reservation, has laid off about 800 employees. State and regional officials estimate three-quarters of those workers were from Connecticut, 20 percent from Rhode Island, and the rest from Massachusetts and other states. (Boston Globe)
Property rights, eminent domain are building blocks of 'Little Pink House' Feb 10, 2009
In 1997, the "little pink house" of Benedict's title had just been purchased (and painted in a pinky rose) by Susette Kelo, when the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer announced plans to build a global research and development headquarters on a site on the Thames River that included her neighborhood. What ensued was an eight-year struggle that brought the entwined issues of property rights and eminent domain to the US Supreme Court in 2005, and into the national consciousness. (Boston Globe)
