Challenges In The News 06/15/08

Norwich - The death of a local student has compelled a Norwich police officer to turn the department's annual in-house fitness challenge into a public

JOHNSTOWN, Pa., June 4, 2008 -- The Northrop Grumman Corporation Kinetic Energy Interceptors Program presented a $5,000 grant last week to The Challenge Program, Inc., a non-profit organization that bridges the gap between high school students and their local business community by providing incentives for students to succeed while attending school.

Mecca, Saudi Arabia, - King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday criticized extremists he said posed a challenge to Muslims by their narrow-mindedness and ignorance.

Wachovia Corp. on Thursday wrapped up its Way2Save Challenge tour in New York City's Bryant Park, where finalists from around the country competed to win $50,000.

A federal judge has notified Alabama Attorney General Troy King that some lawyers in a long-running discrimination case are challenging as unconstitutional a recent state law that requires two black members be appointed to the new Jefferson County Personnel Board.

Hours after reaching the number of delegates he needed to win the battle for the Democratic presidential nomination, Barack Obama was trying to heal wounds in his own party and fend off a challenge from his Republican opponent.

QUEBEC CITY, June 3 (UPI) -- The premiers of Ontario and Quebec forged an alliance to challenge the federal government on the environment and European free trade.

If you're going gluten-free, or just learning to cook for someone who is, bookstores and the Web are suddenly awash in recipes to help you with the challenge.

VANCOUVER - Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for. Nikola Girke wanted another challenge after finishing 13th in two-person dingy sailing at the 2004 Summer Olympics. Her desire was fulfilled when she switched back to her first love, windsurfing.

A CHALLENGE has been thrown down by a Bexhill gardener who has grown a giant echium. (04/06/2008 16:46:19)

Bitter bingo charities challenge state crackdown