Multitude attend breakfast to support youth Aug 20, 2009
About him, Price quoted the poet Robert Burns, "the purpose of life, is a life of purpose.". And speaking directly to his sons, he asked them to look around the room, remember "a man's wealth is measured by his friends," and ponder it later. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Stage and screen Aug 18, 2009
If legendary Scottish poet Robert Burns can be inspired to write "love is like a red, red rose" from the world around him, from where do modern writers draw their inspiration. It would seem from this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival that the internet is as attractive as Burns' flower or Shakespeare's dark lady. (BBC News -- Technology)
No guts, no glory, och aye Aug 9, 2009
It was also 171 years before the great Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote his famous Address to a Haggis, the first verse of which goes. Fair fa your honest, sonsie face. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Stomach rumblings throw Scottish cuisine out of kilter Aug 4, 2009
This was published at least 171 years before Robert Burns penned his poem Address to a Haggis, which made the delicacy famous. The first mention she could find of Scottish haggis was in 1747, indicating that the dish originated south of the border and was later copied from English books. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Cooperstown, Jim Rice and Bo Duke too Aug 3, 2009
The original line, courtesy of poet Robert Burns, is actually "The best laid schemes o' mice an' men / Gang aft agley." I like the former better than the latter. I ran into my ex-teach at Fenway Park two weeks before, and that was the first time I had seen him in probably eight years. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Haggis is English, historian says Aug 3, 2009
The title would pre-date Robert Burns' poem To A Haggis by 171 years. But ex-world champion haggis maker Robert Patrick insisted: "Nobody's going to believe it.". (BBC News)
Join the Search for Lasting Treasure! -- New Book Reflects Threads of Christianity, Woven Through a Fabric of Creative Poetry Jul 30, 2009
You may ask, "Is your poetry anything like that of William Shakespeare?" I have to answer, "NO." Nor is it like Wordsworth, Longfellow, or Robert Burns. Actually, my poetry is more like a blend of Tylenol, Metamucil and Maalox, to soothe the discomforts, the irregularities, and heart burns we all experience in the struggles of daily living. (Primezone Releases)
Across a hundred years, a history of living Jul 30, 2009
At the time, the closest settlement to present day Crandon was called Ayr, named after the birthplace of Scottish poet Robert Burns and located on the shores of Sand Lake (now Metonga) ... The people around the lake had secured the establishment of a post office called Ayr, in honor of the birthplace of the poet Robert Burns, of Scotland, and two mails each week were delivered at the post office and taken from it. (Forest Republican, WI)
* Scots from round the world converge for clan gathering Jul 27, 2009
Members of the Scottish Diaspora from the US to New Zealand assembled on Saturday for The Gathering 2009, part of a year of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of Scottish poet Robert Burns. Prince Charles formally opened the two-day event, which includes a traditional Highland Games, whisky tasting and a parade of 8,000 clansmen along Edinburghs Royal Mile. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
• Clinton laying out terms for NKorea on nukes Jul 23, 2009
ROBERT BURNS : AP NATIONAL SECURITY WRITER Jul 23, 2009. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton urged Asian nations Thursday to vigorously enforce the latest U.N. sanctions against North Korea. (Herald Sun)
Clinton: Burma-N. Korea ties worry Jul 22, 2009
By Robert Burns, AP National Security Writer Wednesday, July 22, 2009. Font Size: | BANGKOK U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said today that the Obama administration is concerned by the possibility that North Korea, with a history of illicit sales of missiles and nuclear technology, is developing military ties to Myanmar. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Clinton Touts Prospects For Better Ties With India Jul 21, 2009
ROBERT BURNS, AP National Security Writer. POSTED: 5:12 am PDT July 19, 2009UPDATED: 12:20 am PDT July 20, 2009. (KSBW 8, CA)
Sec. Clinton visits India, urges help vs. terror Jul 20, 2009
Updated Sunday, July 19, 2009. Weather Sponsored By. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Hillary to India: Don't Err on Climate Jul 19, 2009
By AP National Security Writer Robert Burns; AP writer Erika Kinetz in Mumbai contributed to this report MMIX The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News)
Clinton aims to retake foreign policy center stage... Jul 16, 2009
AP National Security Writer Robert Burns contributed to this report. Copyright 2008 Associated Press. (The Drudge Report)
September may bring push for Iran sanctions Jul 11, 2009
ANALYSIS By ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer. updated 4:50 p.m. ET July 10, 2009. (MSNBC -- Politics)
US suspends military relations... Jul 2, 2009
My Way News - US suspends military relations with Honduras. US suspends military relations with Honduras. (The Drudge Report)
Stavridis: Afghan security more than guns Jul 1, 2009
Associated Press Writer Slobodan Lekic in Brussels and AP National Security Writer Robert Burns in Washington contributed to this report. More Stories. (North County Times)
Obama says Honduran ouster was 'not legal' Jun 30, 2009
Associated Press writers Robert Burns in Washington, Julie Watson in Mexico City and Will Weissert in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, contributed to this story. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama sending ambassador to Syria after years Jun 25, 2009
Associated Press writers Robert Burns in Washington and Albert Aji in Damascus contributed to this report. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
• US has limited inroads to understanding Iran Jun 19, 2009
ROBERT BURNS : AP NATIONAL SECURITY WRITER Jun 19, 2009. During a 29-year absence of formal diplomatic ties with Iran, the U.S. government used many channels to gain insights about the Islamic regime's inner workings, from CIA contacts and meetings with Iranian exiles to relayed information from friendly foreign diplomats. (Herald Sun)
Hamas rejects Carter plea to recognize Israel Jun 18, 2009
Associated Press Writer Robert Burns contributed to this report from Washington. Written By BEN HUBBARD. (ABC 7 News, DC)
...AND THEN SHE LOST May 31, 2009
Like John Cairney doing Robert Burns and many more. Keep up the good work it is hard work but beautiful. (The Drudge Report)
Burke and Obama May 30, 2009
As Robert Burns said: "Send not to know for whom the bell tolls. It tolls for thee." There was a lot of wisdom in the 18th century. The Constitution of the United States set out to limit the powers of the federal government but judges have greatly eroded those limitations over the years and the dispensing of bailout money has allowed the Obama administration to exercise powers that the Constitution never gave them. (Human Events Online)
U.S.: N. Korea may launch new missiles May 30, 2009
Talmadge reported from Seoul, National Security Writer Gearan reported from Washington; Associated Press writers Jae-soon Chang in Seoul, Lara Jakes aboard a U.S. military jet, National Security Writer Robert Burns in Washington, and Edith M. Lederer at the United Nations contributed to this report. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Journalist says she falsely confessed to spying May 29, 2009
LOADING May 29, 2009 - 03:59:38 CDT By ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer WASHINGTON - Journalist Roxana Saberi, who spent four months in an Iranian prison on espionage charges, said in her first in-depth interview that she initially confessed to being a spy but later recanted. In remarks to National Public Radio News, Saberi, 32, said her confession was forced and that she believes her decision to recant prompted the Iranian prosecutor to send her case to trial instead of allowing her to... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
» AP's analysis May 28, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS, AP National Security Writer Robert Burns, Ap National Security Writer. Tue May 26, 7:28 am ET. (Yahoo News)
Widens threat, limits US options... May 26, 2009
May 25 04:50 PM US/EasternBy ROBERT BURNSAP National Security Writer ... EDITOR'S NOTE Robert Burns has covered national security affairs for The Associated Press since 1990. (The Drudge Report)
Obama confronts war's realities May 13, 2009
AnalysisBy ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer. updated 8:18 p.m. ET May 12, 2009. (MSNBC -- International)
U.S. voices regret over Afghan deaths May 7, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer. WASHINGTON President Barack Obama is applauding Pakistan and Afghanistan for their commitment to helping the U.S. fight terrorists holed up in their territory, but he also is cautioning that the path to success is slow and unsure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Scotland launches month-long whisky festival May 2, 2009
Among them are Scotland's national poet Robert Burns, golf, whisky and Scotland's great minds and innovations. Editor: Xiong Tong. (Xinhuanet, China)
Auld landscape, new links Apr 30, 2009
Homecoming, a yearlong program of events and festivals to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of poet Robert Burns, is expected to draw tourists from around the world. The program will also showcase golf, whisky and other key elements of Scottish culture. (Globe and Mail)
Brain Music: Putting The Brain's Soundtracks To Work Apr 29, 2009
"Strain comes with an emergency response job, so we are interested in finding ways to help these workers remain at the top of their game when working and get quality rest when they go off a shift," said S&T Program Manager Robert Burns. "Our goal is to find new ways to help first responders perform at the highest level possible, without increasing tasks, training, or stress levels.". (Science Daily)
Rick Steves: What's new in Europe for 2009 Apr 19, 2009
Edinburgh will host special events this year as Scotland celebrates the 250th birthday of its favorite bard, Robert Burns. The Culloden Battlefield north of Edinburgh has a new, $10 million visitors center. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Somali Pirates On Hijack Spree Since Weekend Apr 15, 2009
Associated Press writers contributing this report include Caryn Rousseau in Chicago, Robert Burns in Washington, Jennifer Peltz in New York, Pauline Jelinek in Washington, Mohamed Olad Hassan in Mogadishu, Somalia; Michelle Faul, Malkhadir M. Muhumed, Tom Maliti and Todd Pitman in Kenya; Eileen Ng in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Adam Schreck in Manama, Bahrain, Lara Jakes, Anne Gearan and Devlin Barrett in Washington; Slobodan Lekic in Brussels, John Curran in Burlington, Vermont and Maggie Michael... (KSBW 8, CA)
Somali Pirates Blast NY Cargo Ship Apr 15, 2009
Associated Press writers Caryn Rousseau in Chicago and Robert Burns in Washington contributed to this report. Copyright 2009 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Obama loosens policy on Cuba Apr 14, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS - Associated Press - 04/14/09. AP Photo/Javier Galeano - Cubans make their way through a street in Havana, Monday. (Helena Independent Record)
Sailors Escape Pirates, Captain Remains Hostage Apr 12, 2009
Associated Press writers who contributed to this report include Mohamed Olad Hassan and Mohamed Sheikh Nor in Mogadishu, Somalia; Michelle Faul and Tom Maliti in Nairobi, Kenya; Ariel David in Rome; Constant Brand in Brussels; Matt Apuzzo and Robert Burns in Washington; Oliver Teves in Manila, Philippines; and Pierre-Yves Roger in Paris. Copyright 2009 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Official: Pakistan-US trust key to counter terror Apr 7, 2009
Associated Press Writer Robert Burns contributed to this report. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Obama may agree to less allied help in Afghanistan Apr 5, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS, Associated Press Writer Robert Burns, Associated Press Writer. Sat Apr 4, 3:33 am ET. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Obama Pledges New Relations With Europe Apr 4, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS, Associated Press Writer. Saturday, April 4, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Obama: US cannot shoulder Afghan burden alone Apr 4, 2009
Associated Press writers Robert Burns in Washington, Deborah Seward in Strasbourg, and Jan M. Olsen in Copenhagen contributed to this report. 2009 The Associated Press. (FOX 11, AZ)
Today's Best Bets Apr 3, 2009
This Relay for Life benefit concert is co-organized by Robert Burns, a student at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication and a member of the premier all male UGA a cappella group The Accidentals. Burns lost his father to colon cancer in August and grandmother to lung cancer in February. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obama widens war against al-Qaida in Afghanistan Mar 29, 2009
Associated Press writers Robert Burns, Anne Gearan and Anne Flaherty contributed to this report. Related Searches. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Rent This Hotel Rooms for $1. No Foolin'! Mar 29, 2009
If you book the tour on Tartan Day, you'll get 10% off plus tickets to the Gathering, an international get-together of the clans on the of the birth of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns. The Gathering happens July 25 and 26, and the city of Edinburgh is going all out, with a Clan parade down the Royal Mile, a pageant in Edinburgh Castle depicting Scotland's history, as well as the Highland Games (log toss, anyone. (Time.com)
Obama widens al-Qaida war, making it his own Mar 28, 2009
Associated Press writers Robert Burns, Anne Gearan and Anne Flaherty contributed to this report. Ads by Google. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Envoy choice cites urgency of boosting war effort Mar 27, 2009
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Envoy choice would shed his three stars in Kabul Mar 26, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS - Associated Press Writer Text Size. tool name. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
M-Z Essential 1700s and 1800s Briti... Mar 22, 2009
N - New Year s Eve s Song Auld Lang Syne by Robert Burns ... Written in 1788 by Scottish poet Robert Burns (1759-1796), it was set to the tune of a folk song. (Suite101.com)
Clean and Virtuous: When Physical Purity Becomes Moral Purity Mar 11, 2009
Indeed, many metaphors are born from creative insight Romeo likening Juliet to the rising sun or poet Robert Burns comparing his love to a red rose. But there is more to metaphor than this. (Scientific American)
Upbeat Clinton predicts US-Russia arms treaty Mar 7, 2009
BY ROBERT BURNS : Associated Press Writer Mar 6, 2009. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, declaring a fresh start for relations with Russia, predicted Friday that the two nations would complete a new arms reduction treaty by year-end and find common ground on other major issues as well. (Herald Sun)
Language gaffe derails Clinton's gift Mar 7, 2009
Language barrier thwarts Clinton goodwill gesture. Associated Press Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Allies find agreement on ties with Russians Mar 6, 2009
BY ROBERT BURNS : Associated Press Writer Mar 5, 2009. NATO agreed after an intense internal debate Thursday to restore normal relations with Russia seven months after it froze ties in response to Moscow's invasion of Georgia. (Herald Sun)
Clinton seeks international meeting on Afghanistan Mar 6, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS Associated Press Writer. BRUSSELS, Belgium U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton proposed on Thursday a high-level international conference on Afghanistan to be sponsored by the United Nations and attended by a wide range of countries including Pakistan and NATO allies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Clinton to meet with her Russian counterpart Mar 6, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS, Associated Press Writer. Friday, March 6, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Clinton doubts Iran will respond to diplomacy Mar 3, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS Associated Press Writer. SHARM EL-SHEIK, Egypt U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton expressed doubt Monday that Iran would respond to the Obama administration's diplomatic initiatives toward Tehran on nuclear and other issues, a senior State Department official said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mullen: Iran has fissile materials for bomb Mar 2, 2009
Associated Press writers Anne Gearan in Washington and Robert Burns in Sharm El-Sheik, Egypt, contributed to this story. Showing: lect. (Fresno Bee)
Clinton to pledge $300 million in aid for Gaza Mar 2, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS Associated Press Writer. SHARM EL-SHEIK, Egypt Hillary Rodham Clinton, on her first foray into Middle East politics as U.S. secretary of state, arrived at an international donors conference Monday with a U.S. pledge of about $300 million in humanitarian aid for the war-torn Gaza Strip. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Mideast peace, Russian ties next up for Clinton Mar 1, 2009
By Robert Burns, Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is using her second overseas trip to assess Mideast peace prospects, reconnect with European allies and remind her Russian counterpart that U.S. efforts to rebuild relations with Moscow have their limits. Clinton, who departed late Saturday, kicks off the weeklong tour by attending an international conference in Egypt. (USA Today)
Feeling brave? Toss back an odd hangover cure Feb 28, 2009
When Scottish poet Robert Burns described feeling ramfeezled and forswunk in the late 18th century, he was invoking the same malady that modern-day Danes call tmmermnd (hammering carpenters). Here in the U.S., of course, we just call it a hangover. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Golf Recession Hits Ireland, Scotland as Courses Cut Workers, Green Fees Feb 20, 2009
Scotland, where golf started in the 15th century, is using the 250th anniversary of the birth of national poet Robert Burns to bolster tourist numbers, including golfers. Everybody knows times are tough, Scottish First Minister said at the Dalmahoy golf resort near Edinburgh on Feb. 4 in support of the campaign. (Bloomberg -- UK)
US commander: Troops 'stalemated' in Afghanistan... Feb 19, 2009
" --- Associated Press writer Robert Burns contributed to this report. Copyright 2008 Associated Press. All right reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.. (The Drudge Report)
Clinton holds out hopes for talks with Iran Feb 12, 2009
By ROBERT BURNS Associated Press Writer. WASHINGTON The U.S. and Iran have a chance to "work out a way of talking" that could lead to understandings on a range of issues, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Tuesday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Whats new in Britain and Ireland for 2009 Feb 11, 2009
Edinburgh will host special events this year as Scotland celebrates the 250th birthday of its favorite bard, Robert Burns ... Whether flying low over Highlands, strolling through treetops over Kew Gardens or toasting the birthday of Robert Burns in his hometown, youll discover theres no end to what the British Isles have to offer. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Arts & Culture Feb 7, 2009
Celebrating 250 years since Robert Burns' birth. Showcase your art, dance, film, music on the BBC. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
