Voters approve Referendum 71 Nov 7, 2009
The Hmuan Mnid wrote on Nov 5, 2009 7:55 PM:" Excellent, glad that it passed. I'm not surprised by those that were against it, but for goodness sakes if you're talking about people that have been in long standing monogamous relationships what's the problem? As a matter of fact I sort of think that many folks that get married should consider domestic partnerships or civil unions before they consider marriage. The divorce rate is astronomical in this country, and it's NOT because Adam and Steve... (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Parenting Place Nov 7, 2009
And that is extremely sad because it's difficult enough for children to deal with an "ordinary" divorce, and these poor kids have to see it played out in front of the world. My hope is that both Jon and Kate can somehow realize that it's time to stop being celebrities. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Houston wins custody of daughter Nov 7, 2009
She filed for divorce last October citing irreconcilable differences. Superior Court Judge Franz E Miller ruled that Houston and Brown's marriage would officially end on 24 April. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Usher's Divorce From Wife Final Nov 7, 2009
ATLANTA -- R&B singer Usher's divorce from his wife is final, according to court documents. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Bensonetta Tipton Lane issued a final decree in the divorce case Wednesday ... Usher, 31, whose real name is Usher Raymond IV, filed for divorce from Tameka Raymond on June 12. (Click2Houston, TX)
Part IV Bully proofing your child - The Victim Identity Nov 7, 2009
Although divorce is more common today than it was years ago, it is still a topic that distinguishes one child vs. another. Mental disabilities are another target for bullies. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Annie’s Mailbox: Should she settle for what she’s got? Nov 7, 2009
However, we ve always been there for each other when it really mattered and have decided divorce is the only way to save our friendship. We re working hard to make sure our teenage boys still feel we are a family and know we both love them. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Police: Fla. shooting suspect was angry at company Nov 7, 2009
As officers led him handcuffed into a police station, a reporter asked the divorced 40-year-old why he had attacked his former colleagues ... After the divorce, Rodriguez seldom saw his son, but he called last week while the child was at Holloway's house and the boy asked his father why he did not come over, too. (USA Today)
Man fatally shot by ex-wife during Ore. break-in Nov 7, 2009
KTVZ-TV in Bend reported that county court records show the couples divorce was finalized in August, about three months after she sought a restraining order against her then-husband. Sheriffs detectives were investigating the shooting, assisted by the district attorneys office. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Fla. Man Convicted in "Fat Defense" Trial00004000 Nov 7, 2009
Prosecutors contended Ates drove from Florida to New Jersey, climbed a staircase and shot the 40-year-old Duncsak, a pharmaceutical executive who was embroiled in a bitter custody dispute with Ates' daughter after their divorce. Ates then drove 21 hours to his mother's house in Louisiana, prosecutors said. (CBS News)
Duke Sex Toy Study Panned by Priest Nov 7, 2009
The extended family structures that my parents knew were crumbling in my youth, and an American divorce rate of now 50%, declining births, etc ... The extended family structures that my parents knew were crumbling in my youth, and an American divorce rate of now 50%, declining births, etc. (CBS News)
R&B singer Usher's divorce from his wife is final Nov 7, 2009
Rer Usher's divorce from his wife is final ... Rer Usher's divorce from his wife is final ... ATLANTA (AP) - Rer Usher's divorce from his wife is final, according to court documents. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Mom says virtual school was virtual waste of time, money Nov 7, 2009
The child had been in a Catholic school in the past, but the mom could no longer afford it due to divorce ... LSH, I have to add one fact here; This mom had her child in a Catholic school in the past but had to take her out for financial reasons tied to divorce. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
'Too fat' plea fails Nov 7, 2009
Prosecutors contended Ates drove from Florida to New Jersey, climbed a staircase and shot the 40-year-old Duncsak, a pharmaceutical executive who was embroiled in a bitter custody dispute with Ates' daughter after their divorce. Ates then drove 21 hours to his mother's house in Louisiana, prosecutors said. (The Palm Beach Post)
A thinner view of you Nov 7, 2009
Three years ago, I was in the middle of a divorce and found myself overweight, starting my life over and having to get back into the dating scene. The veteran art director used her graphic design skills to alter a photo of herself to create an image of a thinner person. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 7, 2009
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife, Padma Lakshmi, because of her desire to end their marriage," Mr Rushdie's spokeswoman Jin Auh said. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time.". (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
McCourt's bid to get Dodgers job back rejected Nov 6, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- The wife of owner Frank McCourt lost her bid Thursday to be reinstated as the team's chief executive during a hearing in the couple's messy divorce ... Dennis Wasser, an attorney for Jamie McCourt, countered that she should be reinstated at least until the divorce is resolved ... She was fired Oct. 21 and filed for divorce six days later, citing irreconcilable differences. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Letters to the Editor: Darrell Steinberg, Kings arena, judicial nominees, patriotism Nov 6, 2009
Re "Water plan has local goodie" (Page A1, Nov. 4): That Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg would even earmark $10 million for a tolerance center to be constructed during today's economic crisis shows the depth of his Congenital Spending Syndrome, and his divorce from reality. It's nice that Steinberg wants to help his fellow human beings get along, but please do it without everyone else's money. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Election 2009: Change I Can Believe In! Nov 6, 2009
"In (McDonnell's master's thesis), he described women having jobs as detrimental to the family, called legalized use of contraception illogical, pushed to make divorce more difficult, and insisted government should favor married couples over, quote, 'cohabitators, homosexuals or fornicators.' Wow. When did he write this? 1875? No, 1989. Wow, 1989."Goodbye, Mr. McDonnell. " MSNBC, Sept. 22, 2009, Rachel Maddow also on McDonnell:"And here's where the conservative movement and the Republican... (Townhall.com)
Sean Penn's son cleared Nov 6, 2009
Meanwhile, Robin who filed for divorce from Sean in August has revealed she moved her family away from Hollywood because she wanted her children to have a relatively normal upbringing ... Robin filed for divorce from Sean, citing "irreconcilable differences" ... Sean (49) first filed for divorce in December 2007, but his petition was dismissed. (iAfrica.com)
Kelantan prince wins defamation suit against teenage model wife Nov 6, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. Money has never been the question, all he wants is to get his name cleared," he said, adding that the High Court will assess damages at a later date. Tengku Fakhry launched the 105 billion ringgit (31 billion US dollars) lawsuit in July claiming his US-Indonesian model wife Manohara Odelia Pinot and her mother had defamed him by claiming he had sexually abused the 17-year-old. In May, Manohara slipped away from the prince's guards at a Singapore hotel... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Clutter benign until confronted Nov 6, 2009
Anyway, inevitably there comes a day when one is forced by circumstances downsizing, divorce to de-clutter. There are numerous systems and approaches for dealing with such a crisis of clutter, and I have carefully reviewed them all. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Health calendar Nov 6, 2009
DIVORCECARE, program for anyone going through the pain, disappointment, challenge and anger of divorce; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays; First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at Koolau Golf Course; $10 registration and workbook fee; 254-3136. "MENDED HEARTS," support group meeting for open-heart patients, caregivers, family and general public; 1-3 p.m. third Saturday of every month; Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific; free; 544-3369. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The Parenting Place Nov 6, 2009
And that is extremely sad because it's difficult enough for children to deal with an "ordinary" divorce, and these poor kids have to see it played out in front of the world. My hope is that both Jon and Kate can somehow realize that it's time to stop being celebrities. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Paul Zeise's Pitt football chat transcript (Yesterday) Nov 6, 2009
What do I do and do you know any good divorce lawyers. Paul Zeise: Well, yes, one of my best friends is a divorce attorney - and you cannot give in so you might need him. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Annie’s Mailbox: Should she settle for what she’s got? Nov 6, 2009
However, we ve always been there for each other when it really mattered and have decided divorce is the only way to save our friendship. We re working hard to make sure our teenage boys still feel we are a family and know we both love them. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Leighton divorce: who got the kids? Nov 6, 2009
Leighton divorce: who got the kids ... Leighton divorce: who got the kids ... We decided to separate, if you like - have a divorce. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Orange County 'Housewives' return Nov 6, 2009
This season of "The Real Housewives of Orange County," which kicks off with an opener entitled, "When Times Get Tough, The Tough Go Shopping," features one housewife who could lose her home, one who could send her son to jail and is contemplating divorce and one who will find new love with a man who can't seem to commit ... She is going through a divorce from former major league pitcher Matt Keough and is seen in the premiere episode struggling as a real estate agent to make ends meet ... After... (CNN)
Bonnie & Clyde Nov 6, 2009
I, for one, would not like to think that loyalty in relationships is not on the decline (aside from the divorce rates). I would hope that people realize that loyalty and trust are essential in a relationship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Gay Rights Groups Regroup After Maine Loss Nov 6, 2009
" Common sense? You think the bible is fact - that shows your own lack of common sense. by bubbadubba November 5, 2009 5:27 PM EST If gays were not to tied up in their agenda to destroy marriage and to try and hurt non-gays, they would use their efforts to get civil unions in all 50 states but this was NEVER about rights it was ALWAYS about forcing their will and preferences on the majority. by hungry1968-17 November 5, 2009 5:30 PM EST What an absurd post!!How is this going to "hurt non-gays"... (CBS News)
Guest perspective: A moment of truth Nov 6, 2009
Like a bitter divorce, people in high places perpetuated this escapade on which we were all required to go along for the ride, for no reason other than they just wanted to win. Sadly, there were many junctures along the way where this matter could have been headed off. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Giants' pitcher caught with pot Nov 6, 2009
McCourt's wife loses bid to regain job: The wife of Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt lost her bid Thursday to be reinstated as the team's chief executive during a hearing in the couple's messy divorce. Jamie McCourt was fired last month by her husband, who said she was cheating on him and doing a poor job leading the team. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Angels, Abreu agree to two-year deal Nov 6, 2009
The wife of Dodgers owner Frank McCourt lost her bid to be reinstated as the team s chief executive during a hearing in the couple s messy divorce. Jamie McCourt, 55, was fired last month by her husband. (Boston Globe)
Tom Cruise's Runaway Mom 'Dead' to Friends Nov 6, 2009
The subject of their stories: a possible divorce, brought about by Katie's frustrations with Scientology. While Cruise should be worrying about what's left of his career, instead he seems to be digging his heels in deeper when it comes to his religious devotion. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Houston wins custody of daughter Nov 6, 2009
She filed for divorce last October citing irreconcilable differences. Superior Court Judge Franz E Miller ruled that Houston and Brown's marriage would officially end on 24 April. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Braves, Hudson near deal Nov 6, 2009
DODGERS: The wife of owner Frank McCourt lost her bid to be reinstated as the team's chief executive during a hearing in the couple's messy divorce. Jamie McCourt , 55, was fired in October by her husband, who said she was cheating on him and doing a poor job leading the team. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Girlfriend to be subpoenaed in Gosselin suit Nov 6, 2009
Gosselin, of course, is in the middle of another legal matter his divorce from Kate. Lohan had publicly stated at one point that he and Gosselin were working on a reality show together about divorced dads. (MSNBC -- News)
Activists rally to OK gay nuptials Nov 5, 2009
They're doing a real good job with it, btw - yay Divorce ... Lets look at the divorce rate of straight marriages ... Don't give me any of that moral high ground garbage about the ruining the sanctity of marriage and all that, because for a lot of folks marriage is a joke anyway, what with rampant infidelity and divorce. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Schools Remember Fleming Island Victims Nov 5, 2009
Jerry Whitelaw and his wife, Dana, were in the process of getting a divorce ... The case file appears to be typical for a divorce ... Despite the failing marriage and his wife's request for the home, Jerry Whitelaw did continue living in the home with the family during the divorce process. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 5, 2009
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife, Padma Lakshmi, because of her desire to end their marriage," Mr Rushdie's spokeswoman Jin Auh said. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time.". (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
McCourts headed back to court over reinstatement Nov 5, 2009
Jamie McCourt filed for divorce last month, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple had been married for 30 years. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Do parents get a say on finances? Nov 5, 2009
It s a good question, and one that I m sure is coming up more often in an economy where young adults are moving back home to lick their financial wounds received from a lost job, divorce, credit card debts, or student loans. When does concern over your adult child s money woes cross the line into oppressive hovering. (Boston Globe)
The dentalist Nov 5, 2009
The dentist discovers her other "man" online and files for divorce. But before the divorce can happen, Jenn is found in her bedroom, dead from a seemingly self-inflicted gunshot wound ... The dentist discovers her other "man" online and files for divorce. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
John Grisham's short stories long on characters Nov 5, 2009
They're injured, they're going through a divorce, they're going through a bankruptcy. Something bad's happened to them and they deal you the cards and you've got to help them as their lawyer. (Honolulu Advertiser)
For the record Nov 5, 2009
Their marriage ended in divorce, and she died in 1983. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Drover: Age, Nothing But a Number -- Lady Senior Citizen Goes Back to Square One -- Of Dating Nov 5, 2009
After her second divorce puts her out on the singles market again, Drover dismisses her biological getting-on and grabs life by the reins to find that kind loving man with whom to share her life. In The Reluctant Cougar, Drover recounts the various fascinating experiences of being a single and searching senior citizen and the eventual awakening of the fierce cougar that had slept within. (Primezone Releases)
Cops Expect Arrest 3 Years After Pregnant Mom's Murder Nov 5, 2009
"There are divorce courts for that.". Though the family had asked for $36 million, they were awarded $3. (ABC News)
Singletons love married men Nov 5, 2009
If they get married, then this would be Saif's second marriage after his first to actress Amrita Singh which ended in divorce in 2004, after thirteen years of staying together and two children. But not to mention this that Bebo is Saif's third lady love. (India Times, India)
Doris Evelyn Buchert Nov 5, 2009
After her children were grown, her life changed by an absent spouse and distance divorce. In 1974 Doris began the move back to her Alaska with her youngest son John and his adopted duck in tow. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Big Bend people: A life of faith, family, church Nov 5, 2009
Sadly, this marriage did not last and ended in divorce. Elfida was only 8 months old when her parents separated. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
'Ugly juice' revives Mariah Carey Nov 5, 2009
Carey's career hit a low point after her 1998 divorce from record label chief Tommy Mottola. "Glitter" -- an almost-autobiographical movie -- was panned by critics and ignored by fans in 2001. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Charged in Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Wife, Man's Claims Against Divorce Counsel Hit Dead End Nov 5, 2009
A Brooklyn judge has dismissed a legal malpractice action against a Court Street lawyer and his firm stemming from their representation of a husband in what, even by New York standards, was an extraordinarily contentious and potentially violent divorce. In December 2003, just nine months after he was charged with soliciting his wife's murder, plaintiff Joseph Pascarella agreed to pay her $400,000 to settle their divorce ... Two-and-a-half years later, Mr. Pascarella filed suit against the... (Law.com)
Kidman burned diaries after Cruise divorce Nov 5, 2009
Actress discusses desire to keep things secret, hints at sexual exploration. "My life has been about exploring types of love," Nicole Kidman says in British GQ. "I've explored obsession, I've explored loss and love in terms of being in a grief-stricken place, I've explored strange sexual fetish stuff, I've explored the mundane aspect of marriage, and monogamy. But I'm still on that journey.". (MSNBC -- News)
Dad Michael Lohan wants Lindsay in rehab Nov 5, 2009
From Jon and Kate's divorce to Susan Boyle's dream to Mel Gibson's pregnant girlfriend. more photos. (MSNBC -- News)
Closing arguments wrap up in NJ 'fat defense' case Nov 5, 2009
Prosecutors say that Duncsak, a pharmaceutical executive, and Ates' daughter, Stacey, were involved in a bitter custody dispute after their divorce and that Stacey had serious money trouble. But Ates' attorney told jurors that a custody agreement had already been settled on by the time of the killing. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Fallen pastor Ted Haggard to again lead worship Nov 5, 2009
Three Valley Presbyterian churches have finalized their divorce from the nation's largest Presbyterian denomination ... But local leaders of the Presbyterian Church (USA) say this divorce has been amicable ... But local leaders of the Presbyterian Church (USA) say this divorce has been amicable. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
In the Custody of a Killer Nov 5, 2009
Mary filed for divorce. "She said I've lost a son, a husband," explained Settle. (FOX61, CT)
Moores Divorce May Affect Project Financing Nov 5, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A hearing is scheduled for next week on whether the estranged wife of outgoing Padres owner John Moores can add a real estate finance firm to the list of companies subject to California's community property laws in their divorce case ... Morris withdrew a petition to have another Moores firm, Neon Enterprise Software of Sugar Land, Texas, dissolved as part of any divorce resolution ... The divorce prompted Moores to sell his majority share of the local major league franchise to a... (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Chambers sought legal help vs. ex-girlfriend... Nov 5, 2009
The issue dates back at least seven months and includes an extramarital affair, a pending divorce, Chambers' request for a restraining order against his ex-girlfriend and several lurid text messages from the woman to his wife, court records show ... A week later, Chris Chambers filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Jackson doctor says he cant pay child support Nov 5, 2009
Plus, Corey Feldman is getting a divorce and Mark Wahlberg is having a girl. . (MSNBC -- Music)
A tale of wives and elk calls Nov 4, 2009
" Hmmmm. Tough decision. I like beans and weenies a lot. I wondered how long I could survive on a total diet of them.I relented, as I always have in the past, and put the elk call du jour back in my pocket.After all, the situation wasn't anything new to our long-standing marriage. I've been through this many times before.Over the years, I've spent brief periods of time testing and trying to perfect many different game calls in my house.There were bull elk bugles, cow and calf elk calls, duck... (Montana Standard, MT)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 4, 2009
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife, Padma Lakshmi, because of her desire to end their marriage," Mr Rushdie's spokeswoman Jin Auh said. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time.". (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Swiss court to assess Polanski bail appeal Nov 4, 2009
In a candid public discussion with Rabbi Shmuley, Jon Gosselin pours his heart out about his regrets over his behavior during his divorce with Kate. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- News)
Breaking the mould in a male-dominated world Nov 4, 2009
"Id just gone through a death and a divorce in the same month. Certain competition in the industry took that opportunity to, I guess, spread rumours.". But Ms Barnes persisted, again using her influence to add a new dimension to the company, aiming the Barnes products, such as sculpting tools, moulds and clays, at artists, home crafty types and professionals with a creative streak. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Family Center gets new director Nov 4, 2009
The programs are in-home visitation, positive parenting classes, Kids on the Block puppet shows for children, supportive workshops for families going through divorce and quarterly budgeting classes. Additionally, The Family Center administers the county s Good Samaritan program, assisting low-income families with emergency needs such as rent, utilities, medications, and other living expenses; the Columbia Lion s Club eyeglass assistance program; a referral database for other community resources,... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Sex, Food & Silence Nov 4, 2009
When is it ok for a guy to let his emotions go divorce, illness, child birth etc. Are you guys afraid that we will no longer see you as being strong if you show more emotions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)