Open Forum: Calling on all hunters Sep 16, 2009
Peter was wearing a red, white, and blue floppy beret type hat, a brown patterned shirt and khaki colored pants. He walked with a diamond willow wooden cane. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Where to Buy Cute Halloween Clothin... Sep 16, 2009
Two particularly unique items of Halloween girls' clothing in the Janie and Jack Little Pumpkins line are the Little Pumpkin Appliqu; top and the Candy Appliqu; top, especially when accessorized with the Pumpkin Bow barrettes or Pumpkin Fair Isle Sweater Beret. Shoppers searching for boys' Halloween shirts that are not too cutesy may like the Pumpkin Appliqu; Double-Sleeve Tee, which features a casual layered look and a grid of funny appliqu; jack o' lanterns. (Suite101.com)
Today in History Sep 15, 2009
(Edward Caraballo, a freelance cameraman, was released in May 2006; Brent Bennett was freed in Sept. 2006; Jack Idema, a former Green Beret, was pardoned in June 2007. NHL owners agreed to lock out the players. (Yahoo News)
Deadly crossing Sep 14, 2009
The man from the Libyan security services held a black beret over his nose. We had been walking in the heat for more than an hour across the dunes. (BBC News -- Africa)
* World News Quick Take Sep 14, 2009
He was wearing a white beret, argyle sweater and brown sport jacket. The oxygen tank was in a black bag and connected to the mans nose with plastic tubing. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
70 Year Old Man Robs La Jolla Bank Sep 13, 2009
The robber was described as a white man in his 70s with white hair, a gray mustache and glasses, 6 feet, 6 inches tall, wearing a white beret, argyle sweater and brown sports jacket, a dispatcher said. No other information was immediately available. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Women's Business Clothing - Fall F... Sep 8, 2009
Jeanne Simmons Mohair Knit Beret at VillageHatShop. com. (Suite101.com)
A Wall to lean on Sep 6, 2009
LYNN - Douglas John Glover was a Green Beret home on leave from Vietnam when he strode through the front door of his brother s house, dressed in Army fatigues. He was as big as life, said Tom Glover, 45, a nephew who lives in Nahant. (Boston Globe)
• Cynthia Rowley says'Hooray' to kids clothes Aug 23, 2009
Her girls, though, like the beret with a gold embroidered pin. "They're pretty tuned in from being around fashion all the time," Rowley says. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Major Attacks By Abu Sayyaf In Philippines Aug 13, 2009
October 2002: Nail-laden bomb detonates in Zamboanga city, killing four, including an American Green Beret. Four more bomb attacks during the month kill 16. (CBS News -- World)
GMA: A Green Beret's Survival Guide Aug 11, 2009
Excerpt: 'Hawke's Green Beret Survival Manual' - ABC News ... Excerpt: 'Hawke's Green Beret Survival Manual ... A Green Beret Explains How to Survive Harsh Conditions. (ABC News)
LETTERS: NCT, July 27, 2009 Jul 27, 2009
" I cry for Escondido.Eileen MeneesEscondidoArnie, this isn't a movie!I think it's time for Arnie to be issued an IOU instead of his usual paycheck. Maybe then he will stop being an actor, and then he just might start being our governor from the state of California again.All in favor, say yea!Chuck PeekEscondidoThe election is overNow let us all become Americans and stop shortchanging our president. I am ashamed and disappointed over the Republican Party and its members praying that our elected... (North County Times)
Cuba visitor a free man, despite best efforts Jul 25, 2009
During his eight-day trip to Cuba, Mora spent about $50 in government-controlled stores on a green and red Che Guevara beret, a Cuba T-shirt, Cuban flag refrigerator magnets, and postcards featuring a picture of Fidel Castro shaking hands with author Ernest Hemingway. "They say if you buy these clothes or anything else, it goes to Castro's hands," Mora said in Havana. (MSNBC -- International)
77-year-old man surgically becomes 77-year-old woman... Jul 25, 2009
She used to be Richard; a green beret specialist in Vietnam. A tough guy who privately dreamed of wearing dresses. (The Drudge Report)
What it means to be a Chayal Boded (3) Jul 24, 2009
After my 29 km + 9 km (with stretchers), 9 hour Massa (march)--up and down mountains and finishing on top of Masada--I was awarded with my unit's (Nachal) distinctive light green beret. My mother made the trip to celebrate with me, and we spent the week traveling all over the country visiting family, friends, drinking beer, and enjoying tasty BBQ's. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Ted Baker's abstract shapes Jul 16, 2009
A short, broad-striped dress, knee-high boots, shoulder bag and beret form a comfortable and chic get-up. The collection also incorporates a clever use of pillar box red and lipstick pink to add colour to luxurious silk and wool mixes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Some days, the travelin’ music selects itself Jul 11, 2009
Since the Brazillian GIRL was in a dress that appeared to (almost) (maybe she has a beret to go with it). Angry Black Man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Weekend Hot Picks In Entertainment Jul 10, 2009
Berets and striped shirts are optional; bastilledaynyc. com. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The other Jacksons? bad. Jul 2, 2009
Randy Jackson, Love You Honey : I m not entirely sure if this is a music video or Randy s audition tape to become a beret model ... Still, no matter how hard Randy tries, the bevy of bored models seems to have no interest in Randy and his beret. (Boston Globe)
Injured soldiers look for peace of mind Jun 29, 2009
"I wanted that maroon beret," he said, only half joking. He ended up at Fort Richardson on April 1, 2006, part of the 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division. (Anchorage Daily News)
California Immigrant Activist Charged With Vote Fraud... Jun 26, 2009
They support people like the Brown Beret that have physically attacked, OLD GRINGOS, at anti-iilegal immigration rallies, over and over. I've seen this clown up close. (The Drudge Report)
Murder Boys -- Not Flies! Says PETA Jun 23, 2009
Human beings often don't think before they act, laments PETA while explaining their reaction to President Obama's unthinking fly "execution." "We believe that people, where they can be compassionate, should be, for all animals. Close on the heels of their consciousness-raising campaign for fly compassion, PETA has launched a vegetarian campaign using Che Guevara's 24 year old granddaughter, Lydia, dolled up in commie beret and topless, though strategically covered by twin bandoliers of carrots.... (Human Events Online)
Will Braves build off thrilling win? Jun 4, 2009
bruce, Golden Specs, or a Golden Eye, or Golden Pass or a Golden Train Or you could go with the Golden Beret, Golden Fedora or pick a hat any hat, except the Sombrero. brian. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hats for winter 2009 May 26, 2009
One of the strongest runway looks this season is the beret. The beret is a classic hat that has some built-in chic to bestow upon you ... This season, the beret is a slightly looser knit version (not felt) and it is worn either on the back of the head, or pulled right down over your ears. (iAfrica.com)
LETTER: Obama's power grab will lead to a 'fiery crash' May 25, 2009
One of the electrocuted soldiers was a decorated Green Beret whose death was classified by the U.S. Army Criminal Investigations Division as a "negligent homicide."KBR/Halliburtons former CEO is of course Dick Cheney, and it remains the single largest war profiteer in Iraq and Afghanistan. Sweet deal, eh. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Obituary: Prabhakaran May 22, 2009
He was in his colonel s uniform and beret, with white gloves that made his hands seem enormous beside his emaciated body. His face was set in a rictus of death that was somewhat like a smile. (The Economist)
Tiger leader's photos on display May 8, 2009
Page last updated at 12:31 GMT, Thursday, 7 May 2009 13:31 UK. The pictures purportedly show the Tiger leader relaxing in luxury. (BBC News -- South Asia)
The high consequences — for everyone — of failing high school Apr 30, 2009
It doesn t help matters to constantly beret kids about dropping-out ... It doesnt help matters to constantly beret kids about dropping-out. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Soldiers support boy in battle against cancer Apr 17, 2009
In addition to the messages on the Web site, Evan has received his own set of ACUs, a beret and a certificate designating him as an honorary Soldier. In February, Evan was at home in South Carolina and was able to make a visit to Fort Jackson as a guest of Brig. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Wind Rider would like to take his Harley Apr 16, 2009
Sgt. Daniel Heimdale talks to another soldier about a new beret while packing his lock box in preparation for deployment. Heimdale spent time in the Army more than 20 years ago and recently joined the Wyoming Army National Guard. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Shirtless, steamy Gilles heats up Dancing Apr 7, 2009
He and Lacey Schwimmer made a wise decision to stick to a simple, lighthearted dance in the clown in a French beret motif. There has been some tendency to pick on Steve-O, but it has been lovely to watch his genuine willingness to take the show seriously getting rid of those who would not (like Master P and Tucker Carlson) has been one of the most welcome developments of recent years. (MSNBC -- News)
Israel Is Committing National Suicide Mar 28, 2009
Evyatar Ben-Tzedef, a research associate at the International Policy Institute for Counter-Terrorism and former editor of the IDF publication Maarachot, said the phenomenon of custom-made T-shirts is a product of "the infantry's insane race to be unique. I, for example, had only one shirt that I received after the Yom Kippur War. It said on it, 'The School for Officers,' and that was it. What happened since then is a product of the decision to assign every unit an emblem and a beret. After all,... (Slate)
Mary Tyler Moore tells how she took control of diabetes Mar 24, 2009
The opening credits are so memorable that most women who grew up in the 1970s can still rattle off the lyrics, ending with "You're gonna make it after all" as Moore tosses her beret to the sky. Moore's career later moved to the stage, TV specials and film, including her 1980 Oscar-nominated role in Ordinary People. (USA Today -- Life)
stands next to one of the Gypsy caravans that he shipped from England Mar 19, 2009
Adorned with flecks of classic Gypsy attire a tattered scarf around his neck, a tilted wool beret and gold hoop earrings Henry strolls down a muddy road to his tented workshop situated amid long grasses next to a creek bed. (Use arrows above to view more photos). (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Golden Knights' Day Job Flies By Mar 16, 2009
Green Beret Lt. Colonel Tony Dill is the current commander of the Golden Knights ... But first, the SF/SOF troops (SF=Green Beret, SOF includes all special operating forces like SEALs) have to learn how to jump from that height, wearing an oxygen mask, carrying a weapon, and two backpacks - one strapped to their chest, and one to their legs ... He explained theyre looking at how theyd attach military equipment to the suit, so a Green Beret team could do the same, inserting several miles behind... (CBS News -- Evening News)
Rugby star Franck Mesnel heads fo... Mar 15, 2009
He also subverted club games with fancy dress, wearing the occasional pink bow tie and beret for matches, once even serving his team champagne at half-time. His forwards at Racing Club de Paris dubbed his back line Le Showbizz. (New York Post -- Business)
Dutch study says Rembrandt oil was part of series Mar 13, 2009
Barely discernible in the rear of the painting is an image of Rembrandt himself, showing just one eye and wearing a painter's beret, peering over the shoulder of the standard bearer. Around 1715, the painting was moved from the civil guard headquarters to Amsterdam's Town Hall now the Royal Palace on Dam Square. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Tiger Woods Is Building A Washington Foundation Mar 12, 2009
The tournament will serve three purposes for Woods: It is his homage to the armed forces and to his father, Earl Woods, a former Green Beret, with free admission for active service members and a Pro-Am event held on July 4 in his father's name. It is a political springboard for the expansion of the Tiger Woods Foundation, his youth charity. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
A star comes home Mar 12, 2009
As the sun washed over retirees and plates of the kind of food that fuels workmen's mornings, Christina Hendricks entered - a black beret atop hair on fire - and heads turned. For a moment it was 1962 and Hendricks was Joan Holloway, the vivacious office manager from the AMC cable network drama "Mad Men." From the white 1958 Chevrolet Impala in the parking lot to the brushed stainless steel of the Twin Falls diner's coffee pots, the scene screamed "home" for Hendricks - and perhaps, the... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Milan fashion week shows gloss is going Mar 8, 2009
Worn with a pert, black, patent-leather beret, matching gloves and high heels, Armani predicts they will sell "like hot cakes.". Evening wear brought more surprises, in a return to the demure with long debutante gowns in embroidered silk worn with matching, low-heeled, embroidered boots. (Xinhuanet, China)
What's available at consignment shops Mar 5, 2009
We first stopped in at Raspberry Beret (yes, named for the Prince song), the Wakefield outfit that expanded into Porter Square in December ... Raspberry Beret is at 1704 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-354-3700, and 1110 Main St., Wakefield, 781-245-2293. (Boston Globe)
Stephen Jones's wacky, witty life in hats Mar 3, 2009
To see the exhibition is to wonder at the imagination and artistry that can create the Marlene Dietrich chic Basque beret; the lilac and powder blue confections of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother; and the show biz gesture of Madonna, for whom Jones created a hat with velvet strawberries and miniature cakes made out of ribbons and lace. The milliner relates his hat moments, describing Diana, Princess of Wales, when she was full of the joys of youth. (International Herald Tribune)
Emporio Armani is atwitter Feb 27, 2009
Accessories stood out: a beret with big flat metallic discs; bold pearl bracelets; and the patterned socks worn on top of seamed hose. There were no jeans - from a designer who has made them a staple. (International Herald Tribune)
Lies the revolutionary told me Feb 24, 2009
In the 1960s, the Che look, with beard and beret, was at least a glib political statement. Today, it is little more than a fashion accoutrement that inspires a big-budget Hollywood epic. (Globe and Mail -- International)
How to Find the Best Deals Online: Top Tips from Bobbie Thomas Feb 21, 2009
A knit beret, fringe scarf, studded belt, feather hair clip, lace leggings, or a beaded bag are just a few of those little extras that will go a long way when coming of age. Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Pekin Times, IL)
