Favourite foods in Toronto We love Toronto for its food. We love its ethnic restaurants, we love its high-end sushi, we love its greasy spoons and we love its food festivals.
No change in gas prices? A reader writes UBS oil analyst Helima Croft, "I hope you are right.
A few days ago I wrote how a major war and revolution in the Middle East were likely, and the end result would be major oil outages throughout Northern Africa and Europe due to the resulting fuel shortages.
A new record, the end to the beginning A SEVEN DAYS OF NOBEL PREMIERS, a documentary chronicling the history of the Nobel Prizes and the prizes themselves, has become the biggest-grossing documentary worldwide at the box office ($2.9 million in the first three business days).
Miffed as the French Government turns the heat on them: LONDON FRENCH President #39;Édouard Philippe will hold talks with the leader of the far right Front National in an attempt to persuade the firebrand to back down on his call for France to leave the euro. by John Stad
Eager to start new life New Jersey (US):  #39;The more I look, the more I fall in love with Jersey,
E-Marketing: The Way of the Future for the Webby award: Web advertising has gone into a new era of interactivity The Webby award presented E! News reporter Giuliana Rancic with it s s
The former chief executive of the failed UK rail tunnel venture, HS2 Ltd, will not be prosecuted over the multi-million pound cost over-runs in his contract with HS2 Ltd, it was announced today.
AMD's K8 line of processors introduced some new features based on AMD's new 32-nm technology. AMD made the move because the company wanted to offer new features in processors for the desktop and mobile markets where we want...
Show lights up Paralympics
Groomer who killed 5-year-old boy during circumcision had no medical training and botched procedure by the child's mother, court is told A Groomer told a court his motive for removing the boy’s foreskin was “to keep the boys safe in Islam”,
"The View" Hosts Talk "Ain#39;t No Party Like A "New "Party "Party", A Real Party", With Piers Morgan, Joy Behar, Barbara Walters AND Whoopi Goldberg
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A year-to-year increase in gasoline &lt;b&gt;...&lt;/b&gt; Oil prices have been increasing for the final three months of the year (the last three weeks have seen prices go up an average of 2 cents a gallon), and while prices of crude and gasoline have
Mcloisterside set to rule over the NSL: Mcloisterside set to rule over the NSL?
How long before he does that? It looks like some NFL owners are ready to do something about the salary cap, which will be going into effect in 2011 and may help teams like Washington to become a playoff favorite
#39;15 in China, #39;17 in US, #39;10 across Europe The three-month long standoff between the government and protesters in Beijing is heading toward its climax. A senior official says the decision to clear the demonstrators from an area of Beijing and other cities would depend on their behaviour.
Pushing ‘Ticket to Ride’ From Board Game to Board Game “Ticket to Ride” has long enjoyed its niche in “game night,” as the popular trivia game goes by its nickname.
New Mexico's new gun laws to take effect at midnight A new wave of New Mexico gun laws will take effect at midnight Thursday, after the state Legislature overrode Republican Gov. Susana Martinez's veto of a package of changes.
Sudan: Peace Deal Must Tackle Past Abuses (Nairobi, November 18, 2004) - The impunity enjoyed by the Sudanese authorities in their ongoing atrocities in Darfur demonstrates why the near-final peace deal to end the country #39;s North-South conflict must include accountability for human rights abuses
This comes in the wake of a report by the UK regulator, the FSA, that HBOS charged more than £20m to customers for loan insurance that the bank did not provide.
IHS: Global Mapping Solutions (GMS) reported higher first-quarter operating revenues, net income and diluted EPS than the analyst-forecasted level for 2011.
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US President Obama to meet with Russian president \n'#39;#39;#39;#39;CASABLANCA \n\nPresident Barack Obama will meet with President Dmitri Medvedev on Thursday in the first official talks\since he took office after more than a year of heated,
BofA Casts Doubts on High-Powered Merger The takeover of Banc of America, a lender to major corporations, by Citigroup is highly likely to collapse, according to analysts at J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., Banc of America's shareholders and its board. The analysts say
Batshit Crazy: US Senate Dem Calls For Government Shutdown Because Of A Crazy Man With A Gun... OK, We've Got This One Now
Why some women feel empowered by 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Fans of the show are thrilled that one of their favorite characters has come out again in the spin-off movie. Spike the vampire is played by the same actor who played the character on the series.
'There is no place like home' for JLo Amid the turmoil of the Weinstein scandal, the "Diva" singer will hit the road with her Las Vegas show.
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US Supreme Court #39;s final act on Bush administration -analysis Supreme Court justices, faced with President Bush #39;s request to strike down limits on US presidential power, declared them constitutional Thursday and made the final rulings on whether to strike down the US-led invasion of Iraq or allow it.
Mgmt may be a bad call: CPG firms plan to cut jobs as retailers look to cut spending Mgmt may be a bad call: CPG firms plan to cut jobs as retailers look to cut spending
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kia Motors Corp., one of the world's leading auto manufacturers, confirmed Sunday that its quality team has identified the cause of the engine fire in its Kia model lineup. According to the investigation, an issue with a spark plug in the 1.6-litre
India #39;s government has rejected a bill that calls for tighter rules on the  use and possession of child pornography by minors. The rejection raises fresh doubts about the  passage of the controversial Bill on March 4.
How to Stop a Bomb In Thailand After another bomb  blast rocks Bangkok, Thai police cordon off the area.
The World's Biggest Cows  The cows may no longer be as big as their name, but these huge beasts still strut down the aisles. The largest known cow - a heifer named Blackie - stood at a record 3-feet 6-inches at a farm auction on November 8.
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On the brink of a comeback, the Redskins find the time to care
$4.6 billion in fresh equity
Japan's Nikkei average is down for the fourth day in a row by -1.9 percent;
US, Iran Trade Off Sanctions, Not Military Strikes
Global Bond Yields Plunge on Investor Confidence  LONDON, Sept 20- Global bond yields extended their recent sharp  plunge after U.S. job prospects soured again and investors  abandoned a number of risky emerging-market government issues.
French and German officials say leaders discuss how to handle Iraqi invasion French and German officials are holding talks about how to handle an Iraqi invasion, as world powers\urged Iraqi President Saddam Hussein to withdraw his troops.
US and Japan in talks over missile shield NEW YORK (CNN) - It has been almost nine years since #39;festering#39; relations between Japan and the United States reached their lowest point since World War II. And that was when the Cold War was at its height.
US to launch 'virtual war' on Iraq 'in days' (Report) The US Congress has told George Bush that it will launch a "virtual war" against Baghdad within days to halt the advance of the Republican Guard in Basra.
Pembrokeshire Coastguard rescued 30 people after a fishing boat broke down in stormy weather over the weekend.
Politics: Former prime minister says Liberals are in worst electoral position after 2015 election Former prime minister Kim Campbell said Liberals are in the worst electoral position in their quarter-century of rule, warning the party is losing its support base and could be facing a wipeout.
'Spy Girl' Gets U.S. Release Date (Reuters) - Sony Pictures Entertainment has picked a February 15, 2002 Thursday opening date for  "Spy Girl."
Energy Cos. Reeling Amid Downgrades and Outflows (Crain's Chicago Business) - Crain's Chicago Business - Investors were caught up in the drama of the day when Goldman Sachs, the top underwriter of high-yield securities, lowered its ratings on energy companies.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says it has collected 11 million doses of measles vaccine in China since January 2006.
Gambling With Children's Safety (ABC News) In Florida, gambling\with minors has a\pernicious history as a\means of making money. More than half\a\our of gambling revenue comes from adult-oriented casinos designed to attract family\a\guests. More than 1 million children
New rules help some students access financial aid But new federal rules intended to ease the financial burden of higher education have some students scrambling to apply for the financial aid they need. Others are already getting their money.
The F1 season has barely begun, but F1's new champion Sebastian Vettel still seems a little bewildered by the new world order. F1'S WORLD CHAMPION 2007 Sebastian Vettel is bewildered by the new world order and can only remember the last world title.
Oil drops below $49 on concern OPEC deal won't be enough DALLAS, Dec 8 (AFP) - Oil prices plunged nearly 3  per cent Thursday on concerns OPEC could not agree to extend oil  production cuts after three years.
Two of a kind WASHINGTON The White House has issued two different versions of how a new policy on the military size, in a last-ditch attempt to avert a partial pullout from Iraq, might work. The second version, released Sunday, is essentially a rewrite of a \u201cdraft agreement we hope
New research from Nielsen: Teens in the U S Are Cutting Back on Texts, E-mails, Tweets, Facebook Updates (Nielsen) By Kristen Davis, Senior Director, Global Brand, Nielsen Research "Nielsen survey data shows that teens are actually reducing how often they use these channels to communicate with their
I’ll make my own rules: President slams WTO ruling on steel rules WASHINGTON - The United States, already battling the World Trade Organization, said it will challenge an international ruling requiring it to pay an estimated $1.4 billion in annual "dumping" duties over the next
'We're sorry': What the world didn;t hear from South Africa's opening ceremony SADIQ KAMMULU, South Africa -- The opening ceremony to Sunday;s Games had the feel of a national holiday by the South African public that day and in years to come, but was barely mentioned except by
The Big East is coming to the Pac-10
Obama on Budget: 'We Won't be Going Through This Cycle Again' President Barack Obama on Tuesday said he did not understand how the nation could go through another economic crisis during his time in office given the lessons of the last Depression.
Migrants feared dead in Libya A spokesman for the UNHCR says his agency and others are trying to help about 800 migrants who left Libya in two boats, apparently heading for Italy, but are believed to have drifted into the Mediterranean off the Libyan coast.
At ancient site, a very modern debate -- over traffic SALISBURY, England -- Whoever built Stonehenge, the 5,000-year-old circle of megaliths that towers over green fields in southern England and lures a million visitors a year, could not have planned for the automobile.
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Bush calls on Congress to extend tax credit for jobless The nation's unemployed workers remain in a \$6.2 billion jobs deficit, but one group has a \$12.3 billion cushion as a result of the nation's latest expansion of unemployment benefits.
NTC officials: US missile attack could backfire on Taliban The news comes after days of speculation in the capital and on the ground in Afghanistan over whether there were plans for a US missile strike on Taliban leader Mullah Omar.
In US, Gas Prices Rise Again  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Average gas prices in the United  States rose 10.2 cents a gallon, or 1.6 percent, in November, to a  record high of $3.0599 per gallon, the government said Tuesday.
(CNN) -- The mother of a young woman brutally killed in Los\Angeles said Thursday the woman's death may be a motive\in the slaying of her ex-boyfriend, a convicted rapist who\lives at a Los Angeles-area halfway house.
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs in on Patent Rules Supreme Court agrees to hear an interpretation of patent law by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, which would allow patents to be extended beyond just the inventor.
Two-year-old boy dies after playing with unsecured ladder Two-year-old Adam Bell, played with the unsecured ladder by his father in front of his younger brother. Now the child has died as a result.
U.S. stocks drift lower despite reports of a U.S. - Chinese agreement on currency U.S. markets shrugged off encouraging reports from China and the United States about progress toward fixing a major issue facing world's second-largest economy.
What The HMO's Say About Health-Reform Legislation  The proposed "health-care reform" legislation being debated by  Congress would raise Medicare and Medicaid eligibility age to 65, and  force all the HMOs and health insurers to stop providing coverage to  Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.
A new beginning for your heart? By David Houghton, Staff writer, Medindia Today, 6 Oct 1998 10:10:00 AM What is heart disease? And how do you treat it? These answers have changed with the emergence of new drugs and techniques to treat such diseases as angina, congestive
I will have to do some research on this one; it is the law as I've understood it, for sure. (This is a bit different from the "guilt by omission" charge that's used when someone has failed to act.) The most similar to your situation appears to be "Mens rea,"
The Associated Press  SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) -- It only  takes a moment to lose your cool -- just ask a driver and  the California Highway Patrol. There is not much of that driver's  behavior that does not set off a series of warning bells.
Stocks may continue rally into fall: Bullish stocks stocks may continue their recent momentum into the fall, Barron #39;s experts say.
New Cuts to Air Travel Taxes The airline industry is fighting to retain its tax-exempt status and it's working hard to make sure Congress doesn #39;t see the industry as a large
New TV Show Focuses on the Life of a News Anchor A new television show takes a look at the life of a TV newscaster.
North Korean envoy blasts South 'unacceptable' comment  PYEONGCHANG (Reuters) - The North Korean envoy has told reporters that comments from the South's foreign minister were unacceptable, a Korean  official said on Wednesday, as tensions escalated over the North's  nuclear test earlier this month.
New York state lawmakers advance bill to limit campaign contributions NEW YORK - State lawmakers advanced a bill that would cap the amount people can donate to campaigns for state office. The bill's sponsor, Democrat Assemblywoman Carl Kruger, said the proposal is the strongest reform the state has had.
Judge Says Jailers Can Keep Guns From Prision Gangs (AP -San Francisco Chronical) Federal Judge Vaughn Walker said prison authorities can continue keeping their gun s at the Fremont Prison in northern Nevada, saying it isn't as if the inmates are going to get them.
Kewalo Basin, Hawaii Deep-water wells may be a boon to North America and the world, as the Kewalo Basin in central Oahu supplies about 40 percent of the US energy needs.
'Big lie' - Gore slams Cheney The campaign of Al Gore hit back tonight charging that rival George W. Bush was trying to change the meaning of the term ''big lie.'
U.S. to ease curbs on Iranian imports Washington will announce exemptions from a ban on Iranian oil imports later this week, ending a months-long standoff with Tehran that had led to a 40-percent drop in petroleum prices and contributed to a record drop in U.S. crude inventories, the U.
The top two races have already finished today's FIA GT Rally is all about the finish. Drivers are pushing hard as they try to make it into the closing stage and into the top three, but there are also a lot of retirements. We will explain all of that in a minute.
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China's economy may be cooling, but it still has to deal with structural problems Wider government intervention in the property market had boosted the sector as people bought homes to get a foothold in the fast improving property market that propelled the economy back to double-digit GDP growth.
Sports: Man United 3 - Burnley 2 Man United\Louis van Gaal admitted his side were \softening under pressure\after Saturday s \first defeat in five starts.
Divers found missing toddler's body in a water rescue MOSCOW -- Russia said divers on Tuesday found a child's body and another man alive about 40 meters (130 feet) deep in a river south of Moscow, the second such tragedy to beset the Russian capital in as many weeks...
Heading to trial in sex abuse case New York City detectives are probing an allegation that the Rev. Donald Coombe fondled a teenage altar boy in the 1970s.
'The Simpsons' Get Animated Christmas Tree as They Celebrate 25 Year Anniversary (AP) AP - At the same time, the "Simpsons" creators mark another milestone by unveiling a 3,700-pound, 11 by 11-foot tree in their hometown of Springfield, Ill.
A former top official at the U.S. Postal Service told a congressional committee that he was ordered to open and inspect mail bearing suspicious political markings.
UPDATE 10:35 AM EDT: UPDATE: Apple posts bigger-than-expected quarterly profit Apple shares were up 4% at the opening bell in trading Tuesday, as investors rewarded the company for its strong iPhone and iPod sales for the fourth quarter.
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More Than 700,000 Fannie/Freddie Homeowners To Be Closed Out By The New Year (Market Watch) Market Watch - More than 700, 000 Fannie/Freddie Homeowners To Be Closed Out By New Year's Eve; Some Homeowners Who Take Public Aid To Afford Payments To Be Closed Out
How Google Will Protect Us Online (CNet) CNET - Google has announced that it will soon release a suite of security extensions for Internet Explorer, Firefox, and other browsers that will allow you to block ads and other annoyances while using the web....
China's air pollution causes 2.1 million premature deaths per year in Beijing QYZH, Nov 1 (Xinhua) -- At least 2.1 million more lives are wiped out annually from air pollution in the Chinesecapital province of Beijing than are lost because of AIDS, according to a new study released on
U.S. May Get Japan, South Korea on Defense Pact The United States is in talks with South Korea and Japan to set up a broader security relationship after Tokyo pulled out of a missile defense pact with the United States, a U.S. official said.
A look at New York's first responders The first responders were the vanguard of the city's emergency medical system.
A report of the Senate on the economy The report, which covered the past seven months, blamed the economy and the energy slump for the slide and recommended tax cuts and new spending to spur growth.
A TASK FORCE IS REREQUISED ON BERMUDA A commission of inquiry will be called to examine reports that there is an imminent risk of a cholera \"epidemic\" on our island of Bermuda, the British Home Office announced Wednesday. *
The first-ever national meeting of the Indian Association of America of which an international convention in the US would be an integral element: The First National Indian Association of American Convention, held in New York, June 18-20, 1902
US, Israel to begin large-scale military drill, Trump says (FT) FT - US President Donald Trump said Monday that he would host the annual "Israeli Military Leader Training Initiative" with Israeli political and military leaders in Jerusalem this spring.
China plans to build artificial lakes in south of China to curb sea-level rise China, has built a number of artificial lakes in recent years, which it says, can limit water evaporation and make the soil more fertile.
No Need To Send Troops To Iraq - Defense Secretary (AP) Army Secretary Pete Geren and Defense Comms Secretary Gordon England tell Congress they don\t need a U.N. resolution to send U.S. troops to Iraq.
Fannie Mae May Have Stalled $10 Billion Deal (NYT) Fannie Mae agreed on Friday to sell back to a federal housing agency the mortgage-market investment firm that it acquired over several years for $10 billion with the help of the government.
U.S. judge to allow BN’s probe on TID, PDRP, DAP to continue U.S. District Judge Joseph Spero, who is overseeing Malaysian government #39;s request for criminal asset declarations from opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim and others, said he would allow the
Man, 25, dies after head trapped in car airbag (AP) AP - A 25-year-old man was killed Sunday when his head collided with the roof of the car in which he was riding, apparently after he was trapped by the airbag of a vehicle being driven on a Manhattan highway, police said
How to tell what year a book, film, TV show aired First: look in the closing credits. See if the writer or director says: #39;The end of this novel#39; or #39;The end of this picture.
How to spot fraud in the stock market Many of you have either suffered losses or made investments based on tips from a so-called financial whiz -- a stock-picking guru, perhaps, or an experienced stock broker. But sometimes it can prove that just a few minutes of analysis can save you a lot of agony.
Loved ones: A look at their lives A special section of the Sunday Express will spotlight a series of ordinary people to whom the lives of celebrities of the moment are compared.
U.S. mulls sending in forces to Syria A spokesman for the U.S./central Asian alliance warned Sunday that military action to dislodge Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is under consideration.
California #39;s water supply may be threatened by Russian gold mining plans CALIFORNIA - The vast majority of the state?s water is supplied by two giant snowstorms and glaciers in the Sierra Nevada? a source protected by federal restrictions? but Russian gold miners are seeking to drain aquifers to extract gold
Sotheby's to Buy Artworks for $20.7M NEW YORK (Advertising Age) -Sotheby's International\Inc. signed an agreement in October to buy most of the art collection of Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev for $20.7 million.
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US says not concerned by recent South Korean protest The Obama administration said the weekend protests weren #39; t a concern to the United States and called for calm and dialogue within South Korea.
State of the art: The web, big-budget cinema &lt;b&gt;...&lt;/b&gt; The Internet will help drive the world of cinema into the 21st century and could create better ways to screen
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Noisy but no more 'Weed' in Texas The US Drug Enforcement Administration says the Texas Drug Control Map showing thousands of marijuana-related arrests is in error.
Japan's NHK, Kansai: The new season's drama "Mayoi Neko Team" is scheduled to debut to an estimated viewership of 10 million people Monday on Prime Entertainment TV channel, making it the most popular program in the television broadcast since "InuYasha."
G20 G2-A: Canada, European leaders gather to talk trade, sanctions CHURCH FESTIVAL AND COMMUNITY PAGE 17
(CNN) -- A British schoolgirl pleaded not guilty Thursday for a racially motivated attack that sparked days of protest and led to the resignation of the country's chief education officer. #39;s charges include four counts of racially aggravated harassment, four of criminal damage, and a count of causing fear or distress by fire
Stakes are high in $100 election The stakes are high in Tuesday& #39;s election: \$500 a pop, and the chance of keeping the federal checkbook from getting flooded with red ink.
U.S. To Use Gasoline-Biofuel Swaps More Widely. By: Michael Pearson, WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The federal government will be required  to allow oil refiners to trade biofuels for gasoline as part of an effort by the industry to make itself more competitive.
More layoffs expected at Tribune Company's newspaper unit CHICAGO (AP) -- More workers could be laid off  at the Tribune Co.'s newspaper unit, it was reported Monday, the Chicago Sun-Times  reported on the Web, based on a Wall Street research report.
'New' Is A Great Word (The New Yorker) (Archive) The New Yorker - One of the greatest of our great words is ‘new.’ It is not just another word, like ‘good.’ No other word can have a quite similar meaning, though the nuances are subt
EY's Ebitda Target at Break-Even Level  NEW YORK (Reuters) -  Ernst &amp; Young, the auditing firm, sees its earnings before interest  and taxes (known as \$$ebitda\$$) remaining at a break-even level in  1999.
Aussie Home Loan: Homebuyers can borrow up to $750,000 at the home-loan rate without having that used as extra finance as part of their savings account for deposit
In the past, women have generally made between 77 and 86 cents for every dollar that men earned. Now, with more people working at the lower end of the spectrum in retail or restaurants and fewer in higher paying fields such as business and tech, women make a higher percentage of the nation;s earnings
New Jersey Gov. Appoints A. Feltz As Chief Justice NJ Supreme Court will now have a chief justice who hails from central New Jersey, for the first time in decades. Gov. Thomas Kean (D-Delaware) named Richard
THE BOMBS BEGIN In the aftermath of the first bombing in New York City, the New York Post ran a four-column headline across the front that included the name "Barack Hussein Obama" and two photos of the Illinois senator-elect, one of him sitting on his grandmother's lap for a picture in
Microsoft Office   Adds More Web Apps (Reuters)    Microsoft Corp   has rolled out the next version of its Office productivity suite, \Microsoft Word\  with new Web applications for email, photo editing and sharing, and new forms of collaboration.
Womens Lelands Basketball Championship: Wales vs Italy Wales are through to the last eight of the Womens U19 Euro Basketball Championship but after losing their opener to Lithuania, can they turn around a 2-0 deficit in Pool D against Italy.
Fiancée of missing boy says he is still alive The fiancée of a missing British teenage girl spoke to the media on Wednesday for the first time about a man being held at a South Korean prison.
The World In Pictures "The people have spoken" -- The people have spoken in France's presidential elections: Nicolas Sarkozy won a second and decisive term by a wide margin, sweeping away socialist François Hollande with 65.7 per cent of the vote to his 33.4.
GIANTS' DANO FILLS IN at No. 4 on NHL All-Star ballot SAN JOSE (CBS SF/AP) - With the NHL All-Star Game less than a week away, Anaheim Ducks center Matt Beleskey has a big if: He needs to make the cut at No
What the New York Times's Upside Says About the Future of Journalism NEW YORK - The\U.S. newspaper industry may be going through a\transition, a\transition in\which digital companies\publishing\provide the\news for newspapers\to report on\and editors at the\
A history of climate change
Bush Claims U.S.. Military Preparing for #40;Sudan Attacks#39; in Talks -  The United States has begun preliminary military preparations for possible ground operations in Sudan, U.S. officials said Tuesday, just days after the Sudanese Army launched an attack inside its own country.
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A look at a man who lives a full life with mental and physical disabilities What you should know about living as a person with a disability.
G20: Merkel, Sarkozy plan 'talks' on financial crisis Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel and France's Nicolas Sarkozy are ready to step into the financial crisis after their recent meeting with G20 members said to have agreed on a broad agenda. Reuters...read more
'Spare the Rod' for new pope The new pope has already received worldwide congratulations and offers of support, but here's something new - suggestions for his noms de plume!
Yahoo to Buy Out a Major Internet Business The Internet giant, which is being battered by falling Web traffic and weak profits, said it has agreed to buy $300 million worth of advertising and search deals with Overture Services Group Inc. and a subsidiary of Yahoo that handles the Web address business of...
S&P 500 E-minis at one-week highs; Dow within reach of 26,090  HOUSTON (MarketWatch) -- The S&P 500 climbed within sight of its record closing high Tuesday, as traders were looking for  nd some direction after Friday's selling.
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Rival candidates clash at Florida election fight Voters across Florida watched candidates square off in  their first and most pivotal election contest, as  the battle for governor and other statewide offices  raged on.
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US to Hire 25,000 IT Workers to Help Cut Paperwork (AP) AP - The nation's $11.7 billion public-records systems will get a hiring spree under proposals unveiled Thursday by President Barack Obama as part of a campaign to cut down on paperwork and keep valuable records online.
No More Nukes! The End of Atomic Energy
The Biggest Problem With Social Security You're probably thinking that because the stock market is so volatile these days, you shouldn't put all your eggs in one basket. The best way to protect your wealth if you're older, or near retirement, is to take a balanced approach to how you invest. Social Security is your
In Iraq, Sunnis and Shi’ites face off on holy day In Iraq, Sunnis and Shi’ites face off on holy day as Baghdad's central market closes its doors The Sunnis, led by the powerful and secretive Popular Mobilization, or 'Virtuous Clerics' militia, are
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The World Cup draw: Teams, results and predictions By Mark Bradley Follow us on Twitter: http://www.weibo.com/spanish.football/en#spanish.football.en
Top U.S. oil service firm posts earnings rise Top U.S. oil service company Schlumberger Ltd. (SLB) \\\"\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x98\xc2\x9cSupervised\xc3\xa2
W.H.'s new web guru to be a big surprise The White House is set to announce who will help set up a new Web site for the president.
JUDGE, 'A' LEVEL LECTURE COURSE FOR AS LONG AS A DAY...: A NEW A-Level science and maths course runs for 12 hours, on the day and the night, and is taught by a former BBC science journalist.
Samsung to Sell More Galaxy Devices Galaxy Electronics Co. Ltd. said Thursday it would shift its focus onto smartphones and would sell more high-end devices as it aims to maintain profit margins after its second-quarter earnings plummeted in a sign of weakness in the South Korean handset market.
Obama wants to see US troops leave Iraq by January WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama plans by January the end of the Obama administration to remove half of the 21,500 U.S. troops now in Iraq by the end of the year, as Iraqi forces increasingly play an active role in fighting the self-proclaimed Islamic State
Police in China want to find the woman who was attacked by a bear in a park north of Beijing.
The key date: Bush's first presidential election speech
U.S. orders cuts on Iran nuclear program U.S. government officials said last week they were taking steps to put further financial pressure on Iran to halt its push for nuclear weapons.
Rangana wins World Club Series, World League (AJGA) KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (AJA) - Rangana Rangana emerged champion and World League (AJA) champion following a tight battle over the last of four final days of the five-day international event here
The Washington Star named its top 25 players - the 10 with the best records (so far) in each of the four major sports - as chosen by staff writers and experts, and published a photo gallery of the 25.
Aussie Stryker To Be Tagged &quot;Aussie&quot;: $5.2 Billion Bid Attested (Alliance) The Australian Business Traveller -- Stryker will become the second major manufacturer of tracked APCs in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with the completion of
A Little Change, a Huge Impact (Washington Post) The Washington Post - John Adams, the first chief justice of the United States, is not a\particularly beloved figure. But when his death at age 84 was announced in his\house here, the news sent a shudder throughout the capital and the rest of\the
Gold Fields to acquire New Zealand rival Gold Seeker and make it NZX #39;100 largest IPO Gold Fields, New Zealand#39;s largest gold producer, could seek to purchase New Zealand’s smaller GoldSeeker mining company by mid-April,
Update 2: U.S. Firms Sign Agreement to Save Italian Carrier U.S. companies signed an agreement late Tuesday to keep Alitalia operating, ending a bitter and expensive battle that had threatened to shut down the third-largest Italian carrier.
US: Boeing wins big jet deal FERRIS, Ariz. (Reuters) Boeing Corp won a big deal to provide 24 of the 100 new planes ordered for a U.S. air force program, while a rival, Northrop, beat back attacks to win a contract to supply two dozen more, U
Sorensen named new head of agency for US\$12bn-plus-in-annual budget LONDON - A White House official has replaced William Reinsch with Jeffrey Sorensen as the head of the US$13bn-plus international affairs budget for Fiscal Year (FY)2005,
Pimps and johns: the rise and fall of sex tourism in Thailand MALE and female prostitutes work in cities such as Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket - but there are more women than men doing the trade, and they may be earning less than they were 10 years ago.
I'm sorry, but it doesn't work that way New Orleans-area students can take courses offered for credit in the State College city, but not in State College. They can take a math course in Jackson if they plan to get into a state college. The State College area codes are 679
US to seek support for troops in Iraq US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will seek European Union and Middle Eastern support to send more forces to Iraq, amid growing anxiety over the pace of the Iraqi government #39;s preparations to meet US demands that members of Saddam...
Update 2: Mylan Labs: FTC Clears Icahn Shares of Mylan Laboratories Inc., the largest US maker of generic drugs, soared Thursday after the company said Carl Icahn was given the green light by regulators to buy up to \$500 million of the company #39;s stock.
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Kmart Sued for Allegedly Dumping Hard-to-Fill Goods   The bankruptcy estate of troubled retailing icon Kmart Inc. is suing Kmart Corp.'s biggest shareholder for dumping a large number of goods that Kmart had difficulty filling, according to court papers filed on Sept.
The New York Times: ‘We won the war.’ How far does the US have to go to win the peace? In our recent report, “The Great Recount,” we looked at the cost of the conflict that has transfixed the United States of the last decade. To mark the
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CNET: Apple said to have agreed licensing royalties for iPod Touch CNET The tech giant Apple is preparing to pay licensing royalties to touchable makers of the iPhone as it prepares to sell the iPod Touch for US$129.
N.K. Dharani The Bizarre Tale Of A Madras Housewife N.K. Dharani's story of a wealthy, married, middle-aged housewife who seduces and kills a young man for the insurance money is all so wonderfully bizarre! I wonder what has happened to her?
Apple patents self-driving software A US patent awarded yesterday by the US Patent and Trademark Office revealed a prototype autonomous vehicle that Apple has designed in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology #39;s Computer Science Division.
Pupils In Rotherham Show ‘Worst Signs’ Of Gang Involvement Despite Government Claims that Children in Rotherham are Safe, Gangs are Still Present
What is a good price for the Ford Mustang Coupe?, What is the Ford Mustang Base Value? We provide pricing details of the new Ford Mustang. With the addition of the 2018 Ford Mustang, Ford is continuing it’s history of making good, fast, muscle cars.
Internet'skeptics' claim broadband is slow and unreliable as Google flunks it with $1.65 billion IPO
G.D.P. Slows To Slow, Lags Japan\’s G.D.P. decelerated moderately in March but was little changed on a year-on-year basis, adding to evidence that Tokyo\’s economy was lagging behind its peers.
The Great Unraveling: A Crash Course in Current Climate Physics A Brief Rundown of the Basics:
The Bishops' House  From the beginning, the role of the bishop has seemed at odds with his other  offices. A bishop's consecration is a key part of his ordination, but ordinations are  seldom performed in cathedrals.
This Time Is Different An extraordinary effort by German goalkeeper Oliver Kahn kept the 2002 World Cup going into its final moments in Korea and South Africa.
A new study links eating fruit and veggies to longevity A new study has found that the more fruits and vegetables Americans eat, the longer they will likely live, even if they #39;re not doing other lifestyle changes.
How to become a model student from a difficult student The Daily Telegraph, London - The Daily Telegraph is launching a campaign to encourage schools to identify and help those youngsters trying to turn their lives around.
More than 15,000 in UK seek second opinion on cancer UK's Bowel Cancer Screening Scheme reaches half-a-million. Two of the 3.5 million screened have developed bowel cancer so far, a rate of less than 0.3 per cent, the NHS said in a statement.
New Zealand Gave Up On War Medal As Its Soldiers Die The Government has abandoned the plan to honour New Zealand soldiers who are serving their country in Afghanistan because it can no longer guarantee the safety of those who might collect the honour. One of the most unusual proposals of the 2001
Ease of Doing Business Index Falls to 17-Year Minimum  KOREA UN (Reuters) - A global ranking of businesses' labor  and transport standards dropped to a decade low in a sign that the  region's economic growth will continue due to the easing of tensions  on the Korean peninsula.  The World
U.S. government issues warning of anthrax in meat LITTLETON, Colo. (Reuters) - One of the most potent bioterrorists weapons, anthrax, is being discovered in more and more tainted meat samples, sparking concern that one or more terrorist groups are preparing the public for major assaults,
J.D. Bancroft Walker Takes Job at Merrill Lynch Following the merger of Wachovia Securities and Merrill Lynch, former Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. analyst J.D. Bancroft Walker was named president of Merrill's capital markets group, Jan. 26, 1997.
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World Cup 2010: Argentina, Korea fail to hit form to lead Brazil march on Brazil (Sports) Argentina and South Korea failed to hit form on their last Group B fixture against each other and Brazil marched on at the expense of the two European entrants.
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Firms have no plans to leave the dollar, say economists Business confidence in the dollar looks to have strengthened a bit as traders return from a busy US holiday week. In the week to 12 January, the dollar has increased by 1.3% against all its major rivals.
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U.S. wants to ban sale of guns to those mentally ill More than 30 governors signed a letter demanding a ban on the sale of guns to people who are likely to pose a danger to themselves or others. Here&#39;s how the states compare in mental health spending.
The U.K. will join in an "oil alliance" to help the world cut reliance on oil and other fossil fuels, Chancellor George Osborne says. BP, ExxonMobil and Chevron Corp. have also agreed to join the 'Oil and Natural Gas Transition Commitment' in a move to reduce greenhouse gasses.
Microsoft and its partners to delay Windows 7 release New York: Microsoft Corp and its partners, including Adobe Systems Inc and International Business Machines Corp, said Wednesday they had agreed to postpone the December debut of the new Windows 7 from 2007 until late winter or early spring 2008 to give consumers...
Newspaper publishes the entire source code (on DVD) for the latest version of Windows. The source code has been released by the software developers at Microsoft as part of the company#39;s open source initiative #39;
Will You Get a New Facebook Cover?    It has been a week since Facebook launched its redesigned profile cover, and the site has not just gotten more popular; it is also getting smarter.
Police: Pappus of Knossos found near N.H. home Authorities say a man found in a New Hampshire woodlot with a gold mask he had described as the face of the Greek god Pappus of Knossos was discovered Thursday wearing only a pair of jeans.
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Feds look for New Faces in US Senate Race In Florida, more candidates than ever are looking to run for the Senate seat being left vacant when Governor Jeb Bush leaves office at the end of this year. It is a wide open race which includes four Democrats, two Republicans and more than half a dozen independents. But one
SUGAR: US WASTED PROFITES TO CUT FARM CROPS CHAPTER IS OFF-LIMITS The US government is unlikely to follow through with its threat to fine sugar refiners for exceeding limits on sugar purchases when world prices are low.
H.R. 587: Border Security and Interior Policy Act of 2006 Would End The Undocumented Immigrant Status A provision of the Border Security and Interior Policy Act that would end the documented status of unauthorized immigrants has become the first significant test of Republican legislation designed to address illegal immigration.
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A new life for old town A new life for the old New River town lies in store after the county’s board of commissioners granted a \$2.4 million property grant for the redevelopment of the existing county jail on Main Street.
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KVUE-TV sports director Jeff Koonce (left) sits in the dugout with coach Andy Brandt of the Westwood High School baseball team after Westwood's win over El Paso's Easley High School in the opening round of the 5A State Quarterfinal at Dodger Stadium.
Japan car plants to remain open, but no rush to restart The government will not restart car factories in Japan that shut without a clear indication from Toyota Group that
Toss a coin?\n\n\n\nThe US Treasury Department has introduced the website\nwww.playmoney.gov to let the public play the national game of tossing coins,\naccording to\nThe Wall Street Journal.\n\u003cbr\u003e\
World Stocks Extend Rally Against US Jobs Data  (WSJ Market Data via COMTEX) --  U.S. financial markets  showed a healthy degree of support Friday for stocks after a disappointing jobs creation report doused  hopes of a coming Federal Reserve intervention in the U.S. economy.
A woman was attacked in broad daylight last month in the London suburb of Balham by a group of seven men.
KATY AFFORDS CUSTOMERS THE HAPPINESS, INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY OF SINGLE LIFE (AP) AP - Katy ISD has received its first request by a customer who wants to be identified as a member of an all-single parent family.
U.N. Lifts Ban on Arms Trade In a landmark decision at the United Nations today, the United Nations' highest court said the government of Myanmar has been derelict in its duty to protect citizens from human rights abuses, so as to remove an international trade ban on military weapons.
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U.S. stocks, euro gain after German inflation falls US stocks added to the previous session's gains and the euro continued its rise after official data showed deflation in Germany fell sharply in October on the back of a drop in prices.
'A&E' gets $400MM payola deal LOS ANGELES &quot;American Idol&quot; executive producer Simon Fuller says the producers of the hit reality show will pay $400 million over five years for the right to televise three nights a week on the Fox Broadcasting Co. network.
FCC approves Nextel spectrum trade But how will Nextel get around paying $650 million for spectrum they already owned?
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U.S. Urging Russia Not to 'Use' Nuclear Threats - State Department STATECOMMUNICATIONS: Washington - State Department spokeswoman Jan Egeland said on Friday the U.S. was concerned about the situation in Georgia and was urging Russia to end its threats of using nuclear weapons against other countries
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The new face of the Republican party is a middle-aged, blue-collar woman. As the GOP reels from its rout Wednesday, the party has been forced to cast a wider net as it reaches for support across the map. The most important new group may be women.
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What a difference a month makes: The World Health Organization's Ebola crisis came and went just 100 days ago, but the organization's latest monthly report reveals that nearly two dozen other countries, not just the U.N.'s own disaster-prone continent, are suffering from new cases of the virus. While the disease still
New tax cut in doubt -- Republicans could block action on bill that would extend cut in Social Security taxes for families with only one worker House Republicans likely to vote down a bill extending Social Security tax cuts for the middle class, a move that could derail action on the entire package.
Oil Slips to $39 on OPEC  Sanctions, Political Uncertainty  PARIS (Reuters) - Oil prices slipped to a near three-year low on Wednesday, hurt by concern over potential  disruption to Iraqi production and doubts over the effectiveness of planned  OPEC sanctions against Iran, the world's third-
World's Largest Bumper Crop to Be Packed Into Space NASA\quot;Soybean acres have been hit hard by a combination of\weather, lack of market access, and the cost of \losing\a top producer to the\Equine and Pigs\located \atop
Vodafone and Deutsche Telekom to Start Telemedicine Venture in September The joint venture will offer on-demand medical diagnosis and treatment on a pay-per-use basis.
BHP sets sights on WA gold industry BANGLADESH #39;dilbit production may surpass that of other nations, but Australian-owned producer BHP Billiton has no plans to expand production in the country as it has in China, Canada and Indonesia, BHP said yesterday.
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S&C Takes the Crown: The U.S. Open Sacked Tennis' Greatest Show on Earth as Serena, Venus Battle to the Big One Michael Phelps' world No. 1 status is safe. Serena Williams has lost her grip on the No. 1 ranking.
In a deal: The National Enquirer is buying a 10-percent stake in The Star, a Chicago-based tabloid that is The National Enquirer's main competition in Chicago, for \$20 million.
CSCS Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCS) announced today that its board of directors declared a second quarter dividend and announced a quarterly special dividend for holders of its common
U.S. home prices to tumble, despite recent gains (Reuters) Reuters - U.S. home prices are likely to drop again in the coming year, economists at the University of Georgia said in a report, citing the impact of the U.S. housing bubble, which has burst and is now affecting the
Fannie Mae's New Chief Executives Head for the Door The biggest loser in last week's corporate shake-up at Fannie Mae (NYSE: FNM) was not Jim Locklair - the company's former chief financial officer who announced his departure in a
New York's economy booms as tourists flock From luxury condos, to the latest boutiques, the city is bracing for a New York Thanksgiving holiday.
Kerry tops Bush #21;s 50-state polls, Bush hits low in Florida Kerry has surpassed Mr Bush in every state where the pair contested the election in the last presidential race. He also leads in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Florida, with just one state - Arizona - held by Mr Bush.
No one comes to defense on turnover-plagued day They spent the summer marveling over their lineup changes and their improvement, the big-name veterans they signed and the strategic concepts they imported from the champion New England Patriots.
The world may have been able to see some good weather but the weekend brought nothing but snow, snow and then another snowfall.
W.Va. mine owner blames flood for spill in West Virginia A West Virginia man is blaming a huge pipeline spill on rising water in an adjacent creek.
Aussie Lawyer on Death Row Sentenced to Live in Comfort (Reuters) -- An Australian former doctor and lawyer convicted of helping plot the  murder of an elderly Holocaust survivor received a life term for  murder by a Singaporean judge on Monday, but will eventually go free after 15 years of  imprisonment.
#39;My heart broke:” An emotional Michael Clarke recalls the night he turned up to bat with a heart problem The Australian, 28 Jun 2008 After sitting on the bench in front of fans waving a white towel to urge him to bat early, the opening batsman was wheeled out by a medic with the
LONDON, England (AP) -- Four people were hospitalized after a powerful explosion destroyed a building near a mosque in west London today, and police arrested one suspect. British media also said the suspect was detained in northern Ireland. Police cordoned off an area of the Barking neighborhood of east London and the local subway
Japan's K-Rail in Talks With US  Tokyo, January 15, 2008 - Rail operator K-Rail Corporation and private financial institution KKR &amp; Co.  are in talks with the US Federal Transit Administration about selling an 80 % stake in  the New York subway.
Trump Wants to Ban Sanctuary Cities White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer said President Trump will announce a nationwide policy to penalize localities that refuse to cooperate with federal efforts to crack down on immigrants who illegally enter the US Source: News of the Week - USA
Bajpai ruled out for second day ROHTAK: Veteran paceman Harbhajan Singh could be out of Saturday's second Ranji match after he was ruled out with the injured finger on his bowling hand.
The Great Depression of the 1930s is considered one of the most severe global economic downturns in world history. The unemployment rate reached 25% in 1933, and the economy shrank by about 30% from 1929 to 1932. In October, the unemployment rate reached 26.2% and an estimated 14.9 million Americans
Kojima 'Hesitant' to Resign From SNK Kojima and SNK Prods. on Wednesday were "hesitant" to disclose whether SNK President Hideki Kikuchi is negotiating a contract extension.
Iran will 'never yield' on enrich Uranium Iran's president said its uranium enrichment  could never be stopped and vowed it would never be forced to give up its  nuclear activities, as world powers warned any failure by Tehran to reply to a new  set of negotiations over its atomic ambitions would risk war.
Bush'misled Americans' on Iraq crisis The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Jonathan Marcus tells how US President says the situation has gone from bad to worse on the ground in Iraq.
U.S. 'frankly shocked' by Russia arms embargo U.S. officials on Sunday were "shocked" that Russia had introduced an arms embargo, limiting exports of sensitive items from the former Soviet nation.
UK's 'Big Beast' can't be controlled by computer The Big Beast, in which a giant mechanical robot is lowered into the mines to extract ore, is a symbol of England's industrial heritage. By Stephen White on 18 Feb 2013 01:12
I don't know what happened? A woman's body was found Friday floating in a residential canal in Midlothian about a half-mile from her home that she shared with her husband and 5 children, police in Montgomery County said Saturday.
St. John -s-Munster 3-7 Down Under in a must-win European Rugby Champions Cup Pool 3 game with an important bonus point at stake on a wet pitch St. John-s-Munster slumped to an unprecedented third home loss in three games in an unseasonably cold European Rugby
US House OKs Bill Allowing Nuclear Waste Removal By Ships (Reuters) The House of Representatives voted on Thursday to allow American nuclear power plants to remove the waste that is generated by their electricity production by shipping the barrels to foreign ports, after spending more than a decade to block President George W. Bush from implementing his long
Focused on new technology and new markets An important trend in today’s insurance marketplace is the rapid development in the application of new technology to the insurance industry.
New Hampshire Democrats Split on Gas Prices LONDON--New Hampshire Democrats are split over how to handle the state?s skyrocketing gas prices, which have prompted
Canadian women to be used in'sexual harassment study' Canadian women will be used in a study of the problem of sexual harassment as part of a $24.8-million (all figures in Canadian dollars) grant awarded by the federal government, officials said yesterday.
New U.S. home-sale price data show drop (Associated Press) AP - U.S. new home prices decreased 6.2 percent on a season-adjusted annual basis in November, according to the Commerce Department. The sharpening affordability gap between U.S. homes and the more than 10 percent of
World's No. 4 Federer Ready to Face Nadal in U.S. Open David Ferrer of Spain returns serves in front of the crowd during his fourth-round match against Andreas Beck of Germany onday in the U.S. At the U.S. Open tennis open tournament in New York.
In a sign of how important the nation has become, the White House put out a statement to assure Americans that, even if the war's outcome is decided today in Baghdad, "the United States and our allies will continue to consult closely with the Iraqi Government and members of the
'Crisis' in Cyprus: Talks fail to break deadlock (Reuters) A deadlock over demands from Cyprus for euro 10 billion ($13.12 billion) in aid from other European countries appeared to torpedo the latest round of EU-Cyprus talks on Wednesday.
Lotto players win more than $3 million Powerball jackpot
Enron deal to get bankruptcy order
Man arrested at his home on drug, weapon charges HAMPTON, VA -- A man was arrested after he drove to law offices to demand the return of a briefcase containing $100,000 in cash that he claimed he found in the parking lot of a local nightclub.
P.B.T.R.B. launches 'Sajan' ad campaign New Delhi, August 25: The Public Broadcasting Trust of Radio Broadcasters (P.B.T.R.B.), the radio broadcasters' body under the Prasar Bharati Authority, is launching the new campaign 'S
Inflation, Not Food, Tops Forecast  - Oct. 24 (Bloomberg) Food companies can't afford to stop raising prices, and they'll try to  counter consumers growing more concerned about the inflation they see  in grocery stores and gasoline stations, according to a U.S. Commerce Department  report released
Argentina wins World Cup, but can #39;t find a soccer president for life
BANKING IN AFRICA: REGULATORY BODY TO EXPRESS CONCERN OVER ROLE AS EXECUTIONS HAPPY FOR ITS DEPARTURE (Xpress) The Banking Regulatory Body (BARB) of Nigeria has expressed concern over the trend in
A1: New Apple TV hits the big time Apple on Tuesday unveiled the Apple TV set-top box in a bid to take on rivals like Roku and Google. The technology blog Gizmodo wrote, the set-top box "seems the most ambitious piece of television hardware Apple has yet assembled."#39
N.W.C. to release $8M from $120M contract with Baltimore Orioles N.W.C. chief executive officer Alex Gorsky defended the city against critics of its decision to back out of a proposed $120 million renovation of underutilized Memorial Stadium and to re-enter into a contract with
When did you last check on that "I'm not a fan " T-shirt or "I support the Redskins"? You're supposed to be a fan of the team or at least the football team.
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I’m from England I’d be in work tomorrow AP - Former U.S. first lady Barbara Bush has said she was not happy when her granddaughter, Noelle, was taken from her in a cesarean section as she prepared to leave the hospital.
More than 100,000 people lined up outside banks on Friday to clear banks after the Christmas Bank Holiday was extended by two hours, according to reports.
To be clear The Herald Sun and Herald Tribunes editorial staff have been  quot;muzzledquot; from discussing what was really said at Melbourne s summit on Sunday, according to the State Government.
NSE down on fall in exporter s confidence NEW DELHI - Indian National Stock Exchange Ltd. fell Tuesday, amid a decline in confidence among exporters, in its biggest drop in more than a month, as a stronger rupee dented earnings of firms which import more than they export.
Power Tools for Healthier Home: Sales of power tools continue to climb Industry Research group The Yankee Group estimates the home  improvement industry in the U.S. reached $40 billion in 2003.
NBA players suspended for big brawl National Basketball Association Commissioner David Stern issued indefinite suspensions Saturday to four of the main protagonists in Friday night #39;s brawl among the Indiana Pacers, the Detroit
Gambling bill would open casino gambling to many new areas CHICAGO -- The gambling industry said Friday it is open to expanding gambling for all. In an unusually conciliatory approach, a group of gambling industry participants said it wants to be seen as having a
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Brazil Investment Held Down by Red Tape
Rumblings of trouble are now out in the open, but the president still has not made a serious commitment that all Americans should be protected. As a matter of fact, a top advisor to the president said that the
Iraq Rebels Claim Victory  IRAQ (AP) - The U.S.-backed Kurdish peshmerga  on Wednesday claimed victory over al-Qaida-linked Muslim  zealots to drive them back from the outskirts of Saddam Hussein's hometown,  Tikrit.
Ketchum Signs B2G2 to Promote ‘Cake Walk’ and $400,000
North Africa to hold election from Thursday to May 3rd Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika will go to presidential elections on Thursday in North Africa, according to a presidential decree published today in the official newspaper.
A look inside the new AIMP 2.0, an in-depth look at what the company wants to change about it for 2009 The main objectives of the AIMP 2.0 are, again, to expand the business of the company, and to reach the target market of the customers.
Iran accuses U.S. of \Xfd5 billion arms sale (AP) A member of the Iranian parliament castigated the United States for selling \Xfd5 billion in arms to Bahrain, as Iran demanded an investigation into the sale.
New Year, New Jobs: How to use unemployment
U.S. oil stocks at record high levels The United States energy information company EIA said yesterday that stocks of crude oil were in the highest level since it began issuing data in 2008.
The report could bolster some investors belief that semiconductor sales could bounce back next year as tech companies seek to upgrade their systems ahead of new smartphone releases from Apple Inc. #39;s iPhone XR and Galaxy S9,
New South Wales police on alert after man kills self after being    asked when a family could move to Woy Woy.
In a letter released through his attorney, Davis said he is being  persecuted for taking a stand on certain issues relating to the case of convicted  murderer Michael Vick which resulted in him being fined $20,000 for violating an injunction  in the case.
More Than Half the Debt at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Comes Due By 2008 AIG, the insurance giant that's the biggest single shareholder in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, now has more than half the total debt that comes due in 2008.
A Lot of Money Was Spent to Change the Picture, and It Looked Good!
F1 chiefs announce Vettel line-up Sebastian Vettel will be joined on Ferrari #39;s line-up by Spaniard Fernando Alonso for the 2010 Formula One season while Jenson Button is the third man in the #39;s seat.
Newborn’s mother survives “horrific” ordeal at hospital – Sun Herald (SA) – MARY JEAN KRAUTHAMMER was in a “horrific” situation when she went into labour with her third baby, but she miraculously survived. A jury has
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Cancun Meeting a Failure: Proposals On Cutting Told  to Keep Costs Down - Cancun negotiators must make a significant effort to cut costs to close the gap on the U.S. and increase the amount available for the poor, a top World Bank official said Friday.
BNP Paribas Profit Dips in Fourth Quarter BNP Paribas posted an improved fourth-quarter profit early on Tuesday as strong earnings helped the French bank to turn its quarterly loss largely in line with forecasts.
U.S.?s. tax on mortgage-related interest: $2.5 billion lost to housing markets U.S. home prices are losing more than $2.5 billion in interest income, the Internal Revenue Service reported.
The New Haven Vanezuela World Cup game (ABC) ABC - The U.S. men and women's soccer teams are being treated to a Vaneuilr World Cup classic.
New Orleans Police Gunned Down 2 By Car; 2 Others Captured & 4 Others Detained A heavily armed group of masked men gunned down two police officers who were investigating a car accident, and the group captured two other men in a shootout, New Orleans city police said Thursday.
Former BALCO coach says A-Rod used banned drugs When Melky Cabrera and other athletes tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs, it was like a punch in the gut for their former teammate Alex Rodriguez.
Uphill battle for GOP nomination in N.H. GOP candidates in the nation's first presidential primary election fought for the right to oppose Democrat Barack Obama, but the contest that had it all appeared to be a one-candidate affair.
Hong Kong Disneyland Theme Park to Open in September Hong Kong Disneyland Theme Park and Resort, Hong Kong #39;s first Disney Park opens in 2006.
U ˆS, Mexico Agree to NAFTA Expansion US President Barack Obama and his Mexican\counterpart Enrique Pena Nieto agreed on\Monday to expand the North America Free Trade Agreement to include\textrm{o}l\textrm{l} U ˆS and Mexico after negotiations on\
Feds move to protect Indian casino gambling After two decades, the federal government will get more say in the regulation of Indian land casinos in Las Vegas and across the United States.
What are your hobbies and activities? A hobby is something you do voluntarily in addition to your main employment, while an activity is something your do as part of an occupation. There are lots of hobbies, but here are a few of the most common ones-and some activities, if you are interested.
"Crisis Mode" on BBC Three UK - The best documentary from 2011. The best new drama from 2011.
No charges imminent for 3  officials involved in scandal DAWDLE, ON (AP) - The Ontario Provincial Police say no criminal charges will be laid after determining there was no criminal wrongdoing in the  bribery scandal involving three senior employees in Ontario's Liberal government.
B.C. man charged in $3.6M British Columbia home forgery  -- A B.C. man who allegedly faked his own death, took out a $3.6  million mortgage and used forged signatures to buy a home for his mother  has been  charged with fraud and other offences.
U.S. producer prices jump 1.7% as energy costs surge (Reuters) Reuters LOS ANGELES, Jan 28 (Reuters) - U.S. producer prices soared one percent last month as increases in the cost of groceries surged and energy costs climbed faster than forecast and led to the biggest gain in nearly
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World #39;s strongest man #39; suffers shoulder injury at World #39;s Strongest Man Contest LONDON - World Strongest Man competitor, and Britain#39;s strongest man champion, Geoff Capes, has suffered a dislocated shoulder in last nights World#39;s Strongest Man Contest
A federal appeals panel decided not to require the Food and Drug Administration to test iced coffee drinks for caffeine and other chemicals.
US forces kill 17 in ambush in Somalia  (CNN) -- U.S. forces shot 20 times and killed 17 people in an ambush and killing spree in Somalia, witnesses said Sunday.
B.J. Novak's 'Daily Show' Ratings Drop Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" with "The Colbert Report's" Bill O'Reilly on Wednesday dropped seven percent in viewers according to an average of TV Guide Magazine ratings.
Update 2: S&P 500 closes at all-time high despite economic worries Fears for a worsening US economy outweighed fresh signs of strength in the housing sector and the US unemployment rate remained below 7%, holding back shares of the main equity index for a second day.
The Best Time to Buy and Sell Stocks - The Best Time to Buy and Sell Stocks Stocks, just like everything else in the economy, are better to buy when prices aren't so high or sell when the prices are so low. If an industry trades at a premium over its value, companies in that industry
Lending spree for big brands Borrowing money for its ambitious food brands is starting to get easier. As consumer interest in organic, natural products like organic chocolate, organic juices and organic bread grows, a new wave of specialty lenders is providing the capital that makes those dreams come true.
Ljubunaric, a new name on the big stage Serbia are one of the better sides at the Euro 2016 this summer, and they are beginning to look like a very strong contender to qualify for the latter stages.
Energy Prices Fall as Crude Output Stays Unchanged Oil prices fell on Thursday after data showed U.S. oil production was at the lowest level in 14 years, raising concerns about a global surplus and supporting expectations the price of a barrel of West Texas Intermediate will test the $100 mark.
Obama must be feeling the heat. Not of his own making, Mr. President. The heat.
The U.S. Tries Bombing Iran (NYT) NYTimes - The Bush administration has begun considering a series of covert strikes on suspected Iranian nuclear sites as options in the face of a defiant Iran, American officials said yesterday.
The Daily - Miley to appear at SACs SACRAMENTO (CA) -- American Idol winner Miley Cyrus is in negotiations to appear Friday and Saturday as the first big headliner of a three-day spring shopping and music festival in downtown Sacramento, said organizers of the Sacramento County Fair.http://
KENYA to open $1.5B power plants Energy giant Enron Corp. yesterday said it had sold its share in the country. The Houston-based company had an 85% stake in Africa's No. 2 power producer which has been struggling to meet the demand for electricity from its booming economy.
This year a new crop of games that incorporate music and motion capture have gone to the\gameshows, but the first season isn #39;t coming out until mid-2011, and the big names don #39;t look to
U.S. Aboard U.S. Warship in Puerto Rico U.S. President Barack Obama on Tuesday inspected an American destroyer that was sent to help Puerto Rico recover from the devastation of Hurricane Maria as Obama faced criticism from fellow Democrats about how the government responds in #39;
Dental School to Use Veneers at School  BRASILIA (Reuters) - A Brazilian school will use porcelain veneers to make students more attractive to admissions judges, after a pilot program proved unpopular with students, its teachers and doctors.
The first official release of the year -- the Beatles "Come With Me".
China’s stock market to close, trade in focus TOMONEG, Bank of Japan governor Haruhiko Kuroda has said any decision to add stimulus to the economy would be up to the market itself, and added that the Bank of Japan will focus on supporting financial markets as its top priority.
CODESIGN RETAILS: NEW YORK: (Graphic / Reuters) - Coder's Club, a retailer of code books used for computer programmers by hobbyists of all levels, has been quietly hiring a new marketing executive.
President George W. Bush #39;s Top 10 Political Quotes George W. Bush may have made some pretty famous political gaffs over the years, but there are definitely a number that stand out as his most quotable. The list is compiled by a team...
U.S. Officials: Clinton Not in Condition to Testify This Month HANOVER, N.H., Sept. 16—The top American military officer, Adm. William J. Perry, on Monday night downplayed the significance of the absence of President Clinton from military service, saying there was no \"im
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The New York Mets agreed to terms with Tim Bogar, a 32-year-old former Triple A pitching coach and minor league pitching coordinator, as their new manager Thursday.
The B.A.S. Project To Develop the World's Best-Known Brand The new series promises to shed light on how a business with a brand identity as powerful as Apple's, and as widely known across cultures,  operates in the way that, as our guide from  the Times' Apple archive
South African President's Son to Study at Oxford University  Sowetans have been treated to the news that the son of President Thabo Mbeki has been admitted to study at  Oxford University.
US, Russia vow to further cut Iranian oil imports SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 31, IRNA - Russia and the U.S. vowed to continue their efforts to lower Iranian oil shipments to zero following the signing of a deal in May to reduce the flow.
The World of Joss Whedon A look at the director, actor (with wife) and the  man behind "Buffy, Buffy and more Buffy...
What does not make a great school year The most common reason parents cite for pulling their kids out of school is the lack of discipline.
Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) is in talks to take a minority stake in the Los Angeles-based streaming music service Rdio and would consider backing its plans to list in the Canadian market as well, people familiar with the discussions said.
A day of celebration and violence in Bahrain The streets of Bahrain's capital were still abuzz with news of the Arab kingdom's first democratic polls in which the king's allies lost their majority, resulting in political turmoil, as security forces tried to quell protests that quickly turned violent...
Cpl: Two men in custody in Canadian-flagged ferry boat disappearance: RCMP: Cpl, 7, is missing, the other crew member taken prisoner Cpl Nathan Cirillo.
Listeril To Buy Unilife For $1 Billion  SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Listeril Corp. &lt;A HREF="http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=LI.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/
How to buy and sell the best time to trade How long-dated option trades should be executed immediately versus those that can be kept open for several days can be a key decision when deciding to add time to the trade and/or take on less risk.
U.S. Court Says No to Online Gambling - Court allows online poker Web sites to stay open.
What he is accused of killing was a girl who lived in the next apartment and was one of his neighbors. Prosecutors say he was trying to kill a woman he had just met.
Poulter: Ryder Cup was my career highlight LONDON (AFP) - World number one Rory McIlroy, who is the overwhelming favourite to regain the golf World Cup, said the Ryder Cup had been the "ultimate highlight" of his career so far.
Iraq: Government warns against 'false al-Zarqawi photos'
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U.S. Air Force to fly F-22 over Chicago area The Air Force will fly a pair of F-22 stealth fighters in August over Lake Michigan and the city of Chicago to mark the 70th anniversary of the creation of the 4th Air Force, an Air Force spokesman said.
India vs Pakistan: Bedi on 'unfair' bowling change India to bowl first against Pakistan in the third one-dayer at Hyderabad on Monday, but the world #39;s number #39;1 bowler might have to be content with going with the same line, even though new coach Venk
To play the part of a Russian spy, actors must take part in a three-week crash course in the language, which sounds similar to Russian and French. The actors learn Russian phrases including 'How many lines do you have?'
The Latest in the World Cup (BBC) The action unfolds in Brazil every two years, and this year's final, in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, will be broadcast live on BBC One.
Hire on the fly and you’ll have to let most go With the holiday season approaching, recruiters said they were struggling to locate capable, available talent, making themselves available to fill those jobs as a last resort.
Police seek help in catching sex-assault suspect MANTOONI - With the help of local residents, Mantooni police are on the hunt to catch a man who went past midnight of this past November to sexually assault two young women.
Obama says Iraq War could cost 50K lives: What he meant is that his troops will make sure the cost doesn #39;t outstrip the benefit for the country
No plans for new G-8 summit after meeting's 'frustrating' success VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) - No plans are in the works for a new Group of Eight summit after leaders of the world's eight wealthiest industrial nations failed to reach agreement on global finance reforms at last weekend's meeting
ควบคุมโครงการ มาซึ่งสัมคม #39;Myanmar army in control in #39; ethnic Karen
Pakistan hails Indian troop pullout from Kashmir (AFP) Pakistan on Thursday welcomed the first  withdrawal of Indian troops from disputed Kashmir, as Indian Prime
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US Army Wants to Build More Troops Facilities Across US South - Army plans could raise questions about the military’s ability to carry out its mission around the world.
More than 300,000 people affected by Hurricane Andrew as the storm returns The first hurricane of the season has made its impact in Florida. More than 300,000 people are without power in Florida and the death toll following Hurricane Andrew has risen to 25 after the storm struck South Florida again.
World Cup: France eye Brazil, Japan eye US CONCACAF CONFIDENTIAL: CONCACAF, the Caribbean-based regional soccer confederation, said on Thursday that France and Japan are the only teams left in contention for a place in South Africa \201;s World Cup finals.
Viacom said it had entered into an agreement to buy up to $1 billion face of its debt, a move to stem a plunge in its market value due to its mounting financial woes.
Canada's Bombardier Defies the Crash  --Aircraft maker Bombardier Inc. will  report $848 million in fourth-quarter profit after cutting  debt and giving the green light to a new round of financing.  The firm posted a net loss of $895 million, or $1.
An earthquake with a magnitude of  5.0 struck north-north-east of the town of Koyek, China, killing at least 25 people and injuring thousands.
Is AOC a Radical Populist? And the media are all over Democrats for supporting the Green New Deal.
U.N. panel seeks to resolve Darfur conflict U.N. mediator Ahmadou Baba Thiam met with both sides in north Darfur on Sunday, two days after mediators called for the United Nations peacekeeping mission to set up an investigation into charges of grave international breaches of...
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A-League expansion hopes dashed; expansion franchise to be placed in Melbourne Heart was given short shrift by FFA chair Frank Lowy, who said yesterday that his board had not discussed the concept of an A-League team in the Victorian capital. However, on Monday he admitted he had met with representatives of the Heart
New Yorkers are flaunting their right to do their own thing New York State has taken a step to legalize recreational marijuana after Governor Cuomo asked the Legislature to repeal a bill passed four years ago.
The world #39;s most expensive home is up for sale, and you already know where the top three are. But here we #39;re thinking past the $80 million mark, and we#39;re also looking at the total investment cost of buying these three pieces of property.
A look at key players in the presidential campaign - A look at the people who have a huge impact in the battle for president - WASHINGTON, April 3 (Reuters) - The Republican candidates have been laying groundwork as campaigning for the general election in November begins to dominate much of the attention.
India Beats Sri Lanka In Final On Sunday, As Bose Looks for His First Victory A two-wicket victory over Sri Lanka has helped India retain its core advantage over neighbours Sri Lanka in the cricket-obsessed nation's long struggle to enter the elite group of Full members.
Obama Takes Up Israel # 39;s Side in West Bank TACO President Obama is urging Palestinians in the West Bank to show patience in negotiations for a lasting peace
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J. Smith: I want to have a very good training camp this year (Sports Network) - Former first-round draft pick Stephen Jackson said he would have a "very good
Hottest country in the world: India No country is as hot as India right now. The Hindu-Americans report that India has now claimed the number one position for the second year running
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Facing economic crises, some nations go digital in bid to win market The New York Times | July 16, 2004 When nations embark on their economic revival and the world's richest consumers begin to spend again they are likely to do so with a wave of new technology in the palm of their hand.
Deregulated Electricity Market Could Benefit Ontario's Economy by DREICHSEN, Ontario -- Ontario is in the fortunate position of having had low rates for much of the past 10 years.
US$2.65 Billion: What the government plans against the Opposition has been criticised by the Congress, which on Friday said the cost would be much higher and could go up to US$2.65 billion.
Obama, Romney and the world economy - Telegraph.co.uk - It is true that Barack Obama has said more than once that, come November 6 2012, he does not intend to be a lame duck president. He hopes to remain in office until January of 2013, a month
A tale of two countries: What went wrong in the U.S. media's coverage of the U.S. presidential election? A new book says that during the presidential election U.S. media outlets generally presented a much more negative view of Barack Obama than they did of John McCain.
The New York Times Sells Off a Property Sale The New York Times has sold a four-acre parcel of land on Manhattan s Upper East Side for $24.8 million, marking the first time it has sold land since it was taken out of a city program providing a public right of way to property investors....
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More Than 2/3 Of All Jobs Created This Year Were In Construction, Mining And Manufacturing Statistics Canada says the trend, if sustained over time, would lead to more skilled workers able to earn more in the future, as they'd be needed less in services.
'It's More Than a Pretty Face' The Case of Marissa Mayer Pushing Google to Do More Advertising With Google Adwords, the Internet search company has decided to change course.
U.S. to Offer Jobs to Youngsters Affected by Recession NEW YORK - U.S. President George W. Bush promised to bring back unemployment benefits to young  people affected by the recent recession. President Bush told  families of workers who lost jobs because of the recession that he will  work with lawmakers to
The New York Riots — An Analysis by the MediaBy Maira Zuniga, News Director New York Times November 17, 1992 - 10:35 P.M.: An anonymous caller told a police lieutenant on duty on the south end of Manhattan that a black man was holding a gun at Washington Square Park.
Yahoo Pipes Web service will shut down May 1, 2009 Yahoo Pipes, the free Web service that allows anyone to build their own Web applications, is shutting down on May 1, 2009, according to a message on Yahoo's Web site.
Fitch cuts outlook on US carmakers ratings LONDON (Reuters) - Fitch Ratings cut its outlook for the U.S. automotive sector on Tuesday after saying weak markets and weak U.S. domestic demand make it unlikely that U.S. carmakers can achieve cost cuts to remain competitive.
AUSTRALIA ACCUSED of USING MASS STARVATION FOR POLITICAL INFLUENCE In a scathing book and documentary, Australian author Steve Merritt says that the United States is using mass hunger to crush the opposition in #39;China.
Russia suspends gas deliveries to EU after gas dispute  BRUSSELS (AFP) - Russia has suspended deliveries of natural gas to European countries as it seeks a new price, a move which was widely seen as revenge for last summer's EU ban on imports of fruit, vegetables  and dairy products from Russia.
China threatens'serious' retaliation if Canada re-imposes sanctions BEIJING (Reuters) - China on Tuesday warned the United States that it will be the "big loser" in a trade war with Canada, the latest salvo in a spiraling dispute between Washington and Ottawa.
The New York Times has won all four Pulitzer Prizes for Public Service in its history, though that record has been threatened three times and set three times.
Top 4 in the NBA: Lakers, Clippers, Nets, Kings (AP) AP - The Lakers, with Kobe Bryant, have won five NBA championships since the Lakers joined the league in 1960.
The British Broadcasting Corporation is calling on the public to share their expertise in "sticking your head in to the sand" to help the emergency services in the current flooding crisis.
'Penny Black': A Look At The Times' New Advertising Model Advertising in The Times will be going full-court press in a bid to boost advertising sales even through the recession. The paper is looking at changing its traditional approach to digital advertising.
#39;01 In China A Chinese court has ordered police to investigate a Chinese man for selling fake Twitter accounts to customers and a German law firm has charged an Indonesian man with running a billion-dollar credit card fraud.
Texas A M, Tenn. to Meet in Cotton Bowl (AP) /sports/teampolist/2002/0206 - Cotton Bowl: Texas A M vs. Tennessee AP - Texas &gt;A M's great turnaround season continued Sunday as the, Aggies earned a spot in the Cotton Bowl against Tennessee
A more in-depth look at the story Behind the scene look: In a new report, the International Coalition against Arms Trafficking - ICAT - finds high levels of weapons trafficking through Iraq to Iran, Syria  and Yemen and to Palestinian militants and Al-Qaeda.
Update 3: The Biggest Story Is What Is Not in It New York Times reporters who have spent months exploring the contents of the sealed grand jury report issued a joint opinion today that the full scope of the behavior that was described in the report #39;has not been widely understood so far.
An Update on the Bali Bomb Attacks AP - The police said the explosion also damaged several cars at the upscale hotel-casino in Bali, Indonesia, injuring at least 22 people.
M&I Accepts Bid of $5,650/$5,700  Jan. 23, 2004 (BNamerica.net) M&I Banks Inc. accepted a bid of $5,650/$5,700 from Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. for a 12 percent stake and cash in connection with its
The Latest from the Supreme Court The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments over whether gay marriages can be performed in Hawaii.
U.S. judge orders probe into BP oil spill claims The federal judge overseeing claims against BP blamed the oil giant Wednesday for failing to make payments to the thousands of fishermen and contractors who have lost money as a result of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, though he said the penalties will not be high enough to make anyone
A woman of God: A pastor’s family struggles in the wake of his death [Cleveland] A pastor’s death has devastated the family he served and touched a nation. It has touched the United Methodist Church and led a member of church leadership into its most important decision in 35 years: how
A quick fix for a bad hand The best poker program I have ever seen will teach you how to play poker, why and how to beat opponents. There are two types of program.
U.N.: Israel should keep West Bank and Gazans on truce Israel should maintain a truce with the Palestinians until after the elections to ensure "long-term security," a senior U.N. peace envoy told an Israeli newspaper Sunday, ahead of a vote expected next month on a new Palestinian president.
Enron Corp. won't disclose names of analysts that want off Enron Corp. said on Tuesday that, despite a request from some analysts, it wouldn't identify those that asked not to be retained as analysts...
U.S. Senate to probe Microsoft vote U.S. Senators are preparing to launch a probe of the vote of $5.2 billion to create the nation #39;s largest foreign office in Redmond, Washington.
World: China, India fuel growth as oil price, food prices rebound  WASHINGTON and NEW DELHI (CNNMoney) -- Growth in developing countries helped drive up the world economy so far this year, although rising food and oil prices will likely slow the expansion later in 2010, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and
Cops capture man after stabbing woman to death in D.C.’s Chinatown A man in a stolen vehicle drove into a parked taxi early Thursday and stabbed a 39-year-old passenger, killing her just a few feet away from the front steps of a Chinese consulate, police said. #39;He
U. S. to cut back on oil imports  GULF CITY, Ala., Sept 20 (Reuters) - The  U. S. government will cut back on purchases of foreign crude oil, but will  increase petroleum imports for the first time since the 1970s,  it vowed on Thursday, as the
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Piers Morgan demands David Cameron explain his 'absurd' attack on BBC The "absurd" attack on the BBC, in which David Cameron branded the broadcaster #39;s news operation as an #39;enemy of the people#39;, has prompted an explosive row at PMQs with Labour leader Ed
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China to ban the use of antibiotics on livestock WASHINGTON (AFP) - China agreed on Saturday to ban the growth-promoting practice of feeding antibiotics to livestock to reduce food contamination, after a series of scandals involving sickened consumers.
From the top: How the new US presidential administration will be run In the presidential campaign of 2006, the major theme was the war in Iraq—which ended on June 30—and the other issue was the economy, which began to recover in the latter half of 2004. In the election of 2008, the major theme will
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The U.N. #39;s #39;peacekeeping force in #39;Congo #39; was called in after the bodyguard of a top Congolese leader was abducted and murdered.
U.S. President and World Leaders Attend Memorial Service IN NEW YORK, Sept 15th 2005- U.S. President Bush presided Tuesday as the world gathered to  pay tribute to victims of the Sept. 11 attacks at the  9/11 Memorial Museum.
New England Aquarium will add to its collection a baby whale who researchers in New Zealand estimate will weigh about 50 pounds when he is a year old. The whale has been named for the American city of New
The Big News from the NFL Combine: Why do the Falcons keep talking up Julio Jones?
The Real Secret to Keeping Your Job The only secret to keeping your job is to ask, in the words of management guru Peter Drucker, to be told #39;No, #39; or, in the words of Steve Jobs, #39;Don #39;t do that,”
There were at least 2 reasons why these players have chosen Miami instead of the much-better-organized St. Louis: The University of South Florida in Tampa had made that a major recruiting priority, and its campus is a short drive from the airport.
Russia, Uzbekistan can make serious decisions on economy in the next 9 days (Reuters) - Russia and Uzbekistan may make serious decisions in the area of economy in the next 9 days, Russian President Vladimir Putin said while meeting with his Uzbek counterpart, Islam Karimov.
A's-Yanks Game 2 is delayed by rain. The game between the Oakland Athletics and New York Yankees got underway on Monday afternoon. But it only lasted five innings due to a steady rain shower in the Bay Area.
Microsoft will ship its first Surface tablet in November By David Pogue. WALL STREET JOURNAL - SEPTEMBER 6, 2012; Page B. 2 Microsoft Corp. MSFT -2.79% said on Tuesday that it will start selling its latest Surface computers around the end of November.
$10m from 'Crimson Tide' investor The man who claimed his involvement in the movie ``Crimson Tide'' has been paid $10m in damages after being accused by an actor in the film of sabotaging his career.
New Zealand - New Zealand Labour leader Phil Goff calls for government to make debt public  NEW  Zealand Labour leader Phil Goff has said the government should make public its budget deficit, after telling the BBC he had written to the Prime Minis
S. Africa's ANC wins control of parliament ANC leader Thabo Mbeki has won South Africa's historic national elections, gaining an absolute majority in parliament, but with no party or alliance winning more than 60% of the vote.
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A man found guilty of murdering an elderly couple nearly 20 years ago will die in the electric chair this weekend in Wisconsin, a day after a Wisconsin state court ordered the execution, officials said Friday.
New Hampshire Woman Jailed After Taking Baby Out At Traffic Stop A 26-year-old woman was jailed Wednesday and charged after police say she tried to flee them and then refused a breath test for alcohol even though her infant child was also in the back seat.
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GOOGLE INC. SIDISHAK SUES Google’s chief executive, Larry Page, sued his company on Monday, accusing him of using it to harm his own companies and competitors, including Netscape.
S&P downgraded Korea, downgraded Spain to junk By Paul Eckert, CNNMoney AIG announced a $13.3 billion charge to cover  "potentially avoidable losses" made by its employee-driven financial  unit, known as AIA.
MIGRATION POLICY; South Korea to speed up repatriation of migrant workers The South Korean government says that it will lift the moratorium on overseas migrant workers beginning August 1.
More U.S. oil production in North Dakota  BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ North Dakota has surpassed Colorado to hold the title of  number one in oil production among states, as producers extract more than $4 billion worth of crude from the state every month.
US House, Senate To Pass Tax Bill This fall, Congress will try to\complete its top legislative priority\by overhauling the tax code.
The Daily Beast Wants To Know If President Donald Trump Is Making Up Facts For His Tweets If you’d like to see more of this article, see the full article for the November 10, 2017 print edition or just click on or go to the
'Boom, Bust' Is the Way We're Doing Banking, and Profits Go With It Washington - As the number of commercial bank failures approaches 100, the U.S. is on the verge of creating a "boom, bust" banking system much like that of many other nations.
Police arrest suspect in murder-for-hire plot in UK One man has been arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder another over an alleged plot to murder someone in return for £17,000.
The big money-go-round continues into tomorrow's Aussie market as the Dow Jones Futures reported a decline of 0.8 percent today, bringing its losses for the year to 3.8 percent.
No. 2 pick a strong start in career at Mississippi State University: State's Telfair, Tisdale lead Bulldogs to win at Arkansas Ole Miss freshman guard Jarvis Varnado had a key fourth-quarter performance in the second half and led Mississippi State to an 87-75 victory on Saturday over Arkansas. It
U.K. Says Iran Has Weapon-Making Plants Iran is building facilities for making advanced weapons of mass destruction in a region that straddles the United States and the United Kingdom, an organization that monitors Iran's nuclear program said on Monday.
AID TO BULGARIA ASKS NATIONS NOT TO SEND MORE HELP to Russia The Russian government has made it clear it will not ask any country for more aid if the money sent for humanitarian purposes is stopped.
The World #39;s 100 MOST POPULAR Countries (According to Google) We are going country by country (excluding Canada, for obvious reasons) and presenting you the #39;100 most popular countries in the world, as measured by searching terms used by people from around the world.
EBAO to buy US air cargo company Air Cargo Worldwide:
Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant operator to seek 2bn yen funding to extend reactor shutdown Japanese operator of the Fukushima nuclear plant said Monday it planned to seek a government bailout worth $2 billion as its efforts to limit radiation leaks on the crippled plant continued.
The new version of the TASER X2 fires at the rate of 450 discharges per second.
N. Korean Denuclearization Negotiations: Korea;s Key Policy  Aspects - U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell on Monday laid out the core tenets of  the Bush administration's policy on negotiations to bring about the abandonment of its  nuclear weapons, which are widely seen as a prerequisite for a
Iraq aid worker feared dead BRITISH-Iraqi aid worker Margaret Hassan is believed dead after a video surfaced showing a blind-folded woman being shot. Hassan, kidnapped last month in Baghdad, was said by her
Todt sees no reason to sack Berlusconi Enzo Ferrari could be handed his P45 by Michael Schumacher in the coming days after his F1 comeback was ruled to be illegal, amid speculation the World Champion could replace his long-time boss at Ferrari.
US official: No plans for war with Iran or North Korea Americans think Iraq and Afghanistan are priorities for the U.S. military and defense industries in 2004, a senior Pentagon official said Tuesday, suggesting the U.S. is unlikely to spend much more money on weapons to fight future conflicts abroad.
A good way to look at our economic situation in North Korea is to compare the country to its arch enemy, the Soviet Union. We all love capitalism, we all have cell phones and our TVs have many channels. It seems as though we can live a long life. But in North Korea I hear they only have one
A new kind of 'nudge theory' that seeks to influence how people behave could be used to make people more efficient drivers, more diligent consumers, and more efficient customers. 'Nudge theory' is the name for a psychological approach to influencing people's behavior.
U.S. Energy Futures, June Futures Turn Lower in Early Trading New York, NY (FEDGEWEB) - United States energy futures were slightly lower in early trading Monday, as a stronger dollar weighed on oil prices.
India's Supreme Court: No 'Right to Information' for Poor  New Delhi, Aug. 21. - India's Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected the "right to information" of a poor woman living for two years on the pavement in New Delhi.
Kolkata police arrest ex-minister over rape charges Kolkata police, investigating the rape and subsequent death of an eight-year-old girl, arrested on Thursday a former housing and urban areas minister in the Jyoti Basu government yesterday.
In the meantime, the number of applications received by the Office of Personnel Management has surpassed  2.4 million (it?�?) #39;s all that#39;s left to do. (Sue Smith, Financial Post, 3/26/2004)
PGA Tour Ends Long-Ongoing Agreement With RBC Capital
New England town where man shot in face during hunting outing SHOCKING: The home went up in smoke, leaving him without a face WILMINGTON, Mass. &mdash; A Massachusetts family is mourning the loss of a man shot in the face during a hunting outing after a target suddenly moved a few inches
NOS. NARRATIVE: PRISON BOARDS LACK JURISDICTION Over the past few years the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has been in court defending its policy of not letting judges make up the rules. Judges, after all, shouldn't decide about what the rules are. Instead they
US: Tiltley's Lawyer Claims to Reopen Bid Inquiry New York City - A lawyer for a man who has become a central figure in the United States Senate bribery investigation said the man received a threatening call Wednesday night in which he was told his "investigation" into U.S. Sen. Charles T
The $1.2 billion acquisition of US online auctioneer eBay was a major victory for Rupert Murdoch but how does the deal fit into WPP's already massive advertising empire?
Estranged Wife of Cunard Chief Allegedly Aboard Titanic Before Disaster
US: China Urged To Open Door, But May Be Forced To  By China and the EU, the world's two largest economies are being urged to put diplomacy to work on climate change even as China could be
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Air France to buy 50 Gulfstreams as Airbus cuts capacity Air France-KLM (AIRF.PA: Quote, Profile, Research, Research) is buying 50 Gulfstream V executive jets from aircraft maker Boeing Co. (BA.N: Quote, Profile, Research, Research) in an effort to cut capacity
S. Koreans to host Olympic volleyball competition in Seoul KOREAN athletes will stage the volleyball tournament for the fifth time in their history when the Olympic Games arrive in South Korea next year.
New York Police search for Bronx woman in child abduction case Authorities have released a surveillance video hoping that someone can help trace the mysterious disappearance of 10-year-old Ariel Jannotti, a girl lost on a South Bronx street.
An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 jolted Southern Africa yesterday, killing two people and triggering a crisis in the region where several countries are on high alert over the risk of a major tsunami.
#39;s Apple Announces iTunes Movies with Netflix #39;s Netflix and Apple announced Tuesday in Hollywood that they are teaming up to bring movie titles from one of entertainment #39;s most popular streaming services.
G8 leaders fail to avert food crisis at talks in Rome President Bush, French President Jacques Chirac and other Group of Eight leaders said an agreement was “imminent” after two days of talks failed to persuade European Union leaders to halt the export
Update 3: Mylan Labs: FTC Clears Icahn Stock The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission denied Friday a request by Carl Icahn to halt his acquisition of shares of Mylan Laboratories,
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In a new video posted online last week, the group #39;s leader said it was time to end the cycle of Islamic rule and urged supporters to rise up against the oppressive Iranian government.
UN, N. Korean Aide To Meet With South Korea's Cho Sei Won South Korea's chief nuclear envoy and a senior adviser to President Kim Dae-jung held a formal meeting for the first time in July, in a sign of deepening cooperation between the two countries. Mr.
A tale of two deals: Microsoft's $44 billion offer to buy Nokia falls short of Microsoft's own valuation: $30bn
UK firm plans to create new UK-EU free trade area The UK and EU are set to negotiate free trade deals between them in Brussels next year, the European Commission announced on Wednesday.
When i don #39;t pay my energy bills is it illegal to stay in the house? how is there going to be another power cut? is the council going to send someone round to see to my meter? is it illegal to stay in the house for several days when i m not paying the bill? is
Iraq war is 'over but not the conflict' MALMESBURY, England -- In another sign of a thaw in relations between the United States and North Korea, the two sides have reached a “framework agreement” in which both sides would continue their nuclear programs and respect each others space and borders
Tensions Rise Over a Mideast Conflict MOSCOW (AP) -- As the standoff over Iran's nuclear programs entered its second decade Saturday, a fresh wave of political repression against Iranian students erupted just south of the border in Azerbaijan, where authorities reported some of their colleagues had been jailed after organizing candlelight celebrations
The U. of A. is making $28,000-a-year (plus tips) for serving coffee for rich Wall Street executives Some of the perks may leave even Starbucks coffee baristas blushing. That\ re the salary of an entry-level Starbucks barista, a job which can take three to six
VUCLANIK Pekine Pekin, a town in central China, is building a replica of the ancient city of Chang'an. The project, which will cost 697 million yuan ($122.28m), is expected to be completed by April 2023.
US-UK-Canadian Trench Joint Council Starts to Discuss Afghanistan Deployment A senior Canadian military official has said a new Canadian-British- American-led joint Afghan security force is due to begin deploying in November, one of eight British-trained, British-led battalions of 350 Australian-led, Canadian-led
A new study from the National Ocean\sounds Laboratory (NOSL) shows that there was\a significant\ increase in toxic algae in Lake Okeechobee and its\tributaries this past year\
Nigeria's oil output to exceed 3mln bpd by 2014 Nigeria is producing about 3.2 million barrels a day this time next year, its National Agency of Petroleum Resources told Reuters.
Former CEO, former board member in prison for corruption.
'Tower' gets a new look The new "Tower" tower will be part of a large-scale residential development on the site of the former "Grain Exchange" tower in downtown Toronto.
Apple's iPhone gets a boost -- and a few duds SAN FRANCISCO (AllThingsD) -- This is a good week for Apple to get the stock market juices flowing: the company has launched a bunch of new products, its holiday quarter is going to rock (or at least we hope so), the
Japan's Iida Sets LNG Plant On Track At Ose A consortium led by Japanese government-backed \i-Tank is on track to start production\ of liquefied\ natural gas (LNG) from the first of five offshore\ gas fields in the Chikushima \southern Sea of  the
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U.S. says no reason for Saddam to give up weapons A U.S. military spokesman said there was no reason for Saddam Hussein to have ended his refusal to allow U.N. weapons inspectors to return
This is the one who's going to be playing at the World Series The World Series opener will feature one of the great rivalries in baseball, the Chicago Cubs and the Boston Red Sox. The game was almost stolen from America in 1903 when a player named Jud H. Lemke started the whole thing after he heard that
G-3: U.S., N. Korea agree to talks on disarmament G-3 - the world body trying to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions - said Tuesday it would meet at Beijing in March with the communist nation to address its nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
Obama Says U.S. Tries to Keep Troops Out of Iraq 'To Our Last Inning' BARACK OBAMA, the American president,  said that after a year in  office he had finally managed to stop a surge of  American troops, though he added there was no  timetable to bring them
No More 'Big Data' for the Unbrowsable (Wired) The term Big data has become ubiquitous in the media. Now a whole new buzzword is emerging, one no less trendy than the term itself: the unbrowable.
Sony Will Release The Cell Phone Call As The #-3 Film In A History Of The Entertainment Companies (American Magazine) An article at American Magazine highlights an upcoming cell phone video to be released by Sony Pictures.
The Real War On Women How the Left Plans to Emasculate Men for Women’s Rights David B. Kopel and Kevin R.C. Wilson
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Japan ends yen buying to defend yen The dollar and euro continued gains against the safe haven Japanese yen on Monday, after Bank of Japan Gov. Haruhiko Kuroda said the central bank was considering ways to prevent volatility when it starts buying yen.
White House Wants to Get Off Iraq's Agenda White House deputy spokesman, Adam J. Szubin, confirmed on Wednesday that President Bush does not want the debate on Iraq to influence the congressional elections next year.
U.S., Japan, other allies to step up nuclear arms talks U.S. and Japanese nuclear officials, allied officials, and military planners are scheduled to meet in Washington, D.C., next week to discuss the direction of weapons programs in advance of planned global nuclear disarmament talks.
Jett is set to start at No. 3 (ESPN) ESPN - The Tigers have their second straight No. 1 pick at No. 3 in the first round, acquiring the rights to Tennessee quarterback Justin Gilbert after he is picked by the Browns.
U.S. home prices rose by the least in 8 years The United States housing market has started to heal with prices having gained for the first time in nearly five years, according to an index released today.
President elect: no deal on campaign finance restrictions President elect Bill Clinton has ruled out any deal\with his\party on campaign finance regulations in return for the return of former campaign donations to his presidential campaign, the Boston Globe reported on a confidential letter signed by Clinton.
Former judge's arrest: 'Justice should be dispensed only with the consent of the victims' Former Australian judges are raising alarm bells about the arrest of an 86-year-old Justice Stephen Rothman, who appeared in the High Court in Melbourne on Tuesday as police seized computers and computer discs.
Iraq says no to Iran in dispute over pipeline SOURCE: AP World news | Sunday, August 6, 2003
United States military presence at Guantanamo to be reduced, official says  Washington (AFP) - A senior US military official said on Sunday the Guantanamo Bay prison, which houses around 230 of the Guantanamo prisoners, will have a much smaller US military presence.
DOW, Fed: Stock futures are higher Tuesday with most major indexes ahead early. US bond prices fell. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is set to post its biggest gain in three years after a strong jobs report on Friday.
S&P/Case-Shiller housing report set to be released Thursday NEW YORK (MarketWatch) - Homebuilder price data reported on Thursday is expected to show the biggest gain in almost 18 years in the price of single-family home sales over the past year, and to show the highest year-over-year
Puma to cut 30 more jobs at its UK headquarters As fashion group Puma looks to cut job losses around the world, it has revealed it will axe 30 more positions at its London headquarters.
Diving Dog Shows to the Rescue As a volunteer, Jim Denny would run the dive show at the Ocean City Aquarium on a typical summer weekend.
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New Jersey Man Tied to U.S. Serial Killer  Jersey City, N.J. (AP) -- In the small, coastal city where two brutal murders occurred, the man accused of killing them is being held not so much for having ties to a serial killer as for being the man who killed them.
'Mama, Let Daddy Sleep In': The Man Who Got Too Much
FMCG: Exports To Europe Decline 20% as Retail Sales Fade (Bloomberg) Bloomberg - U.S. private-label food imports from the European Union dropped 19 percent in April, the steepest drop since Sept. 2006, and imports from Japan fell 8 percent, the General Administration of Customs of
FDI soars up, but trade deficit declines (Financial Times)
Nuts to Bush (Sun) After seven months of agonising speculation, the US Congress finally made history this week, overturning a long tradition and voting to allow the President to bypass one of its own intelligence committees when formulating his foreign policy.
A-bomb a blast! How 'bout a 'toss-up'? U.S. nuclear test fails The underground detonation of a hydrogen bomb in the Nevada desert could change the nation's stance on nuclear power forever.
No 'Dawn' for me This was a bit of a day for me. I had been asked to provide commentary on Dawn.com from the New York stock exchange. It was only when, at the tail end of the night, I saw the figures, that I
Tensions high at Nkana prison Nkana police station in Mabangwa, where seven people were executed for the murder of four students, saw a protest march on Tuesday as officers beat up people wanting to lay flowers at the site.
The case for a ban on smoking in public places The public health case for an outright ban on smoking in many forms of public spaces is one of very great importance, according to an article in the New England Journal of Medicine published today, on page 1123.
Airstrikes pound Aleppo in wake of new Turkish plan to aid militants Airstrikes pounded rebel targets at the north Syrian town of Aleppo on Sunday after a Turkish official appeared to offer a partial truce with insurgents.
Obama pledges to 'cut out the cancer' of extremism President Barack Obama on Tuesday pledged to reduce terrorism\and to protect America\from attack, as the U.S.\sought to \prepare\citizens for war.
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New York Knicks: Don #39;t play us! The New York Knicks are not playing around with their new superstar, #39;s Larry Brown #39;s son, Jason. The younger Brown is being groomed for a bigger job, and #39;s older brother is ready to take over.
In the wake of a major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the U.S. government is moving to finalize a plan within five months to begin rebuilding the area #39;s once-robust fishing industry #39; that includes plans to drill in deep ocean waters, officials said Wednesday.
Iran Oil Export to China Plunge over 50 Percent  TEHRAN (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's exports of crude oil to Iran will plunge to  zero in late November due to ongoing sanctions against the Tehran government, an  Iranian official said as the nation sought to ease Western fears of an oil  boycott by
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Doha blast leaves 27 dead, over 300 injured, says Qatar Civil defense statement, says the #39; blast, the second to hit the small Gulf emirate in six weeks, went off at about 6.40 a.m. yesterday, when many people would still be asleep.
I have been playing for years to get the title One of the most famous golfers of all time, who is recovering from back surgery, says he thinks he is about a nine to par in his comeback.
Gephardt to visit Capitol, travel to Missouri State - STL Democrat John Ashcroft (R) was not included in Missouri's delegation accompanying President Bush. Ashcroft was the subject of a news conference Wednesday with the president and Missouri Gov. Mel Carnahan
G.I.s with sexual problems get help from VA The Pentagon has asked a federal contractor to develop \a hotline for soldiers to call if they are experiencing sexual problems including \a low libido.
'Killing' the game The Washington Post - For years, a young Seattle Seahawks fan suffered an agonizing loss: Whenever his team made a miraculous, game-winning play, his parents would quickly announce to their cheering crowd, "I told you so!"
Egypt 'a paradise for tourists'  WASHINGTON (Dow Jones)  A delegation of tourists to Egypt met U.S. and Egyptian officials this  week and concluded that the country is a nice place to visit. But  some in the United States remained unconvinced.  - "Egypt is a paradise
Forged letter in 'brazen crime' Over several weeks, a woman from the town of Lebuda in Romania forged her ex-husband and his family's signatures several times, stealing more than $50,000, according to The Washington Post.
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MOSCOW The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has accused Russia of organizing a landmine explosion in Donetsk on Saturday and said more than 40 Russian servicemen are a "bloody terrorists in Donbas region"
US  #39;big-ticket #39; orders up by 3.4 pct US orders for big-ticket durable goods leaped 3.4 per cent in September to the highest level in over a\year as new truck and car sales more than offset declines in orders for aircraft, the Commerce Department said
US: No plans to shut down embassy in Sudan Washington - The United States will continue to operate an embassy in Juba, South Sudan despite last week’s expulsion of U.S. and other world diplomats from the northern capital Khartoum, the White House said Monday.
Microsoft CFO John Connors said in conference call to analysts earlier today that the software giant will release its revenue and earnings results for the second fiscal quarter -- known as the April-June quarter -- next Wednesday.
In a recent interview with BBC World News, Mr. Sarkozy spoke about the state of France, its economy and the role of the French public sector in the wake of Europe\u2019s sovereign debt crisis.
TxDOT announces $2.15B budget, highway, bridge, transportation projects $2.15 billion in money has been announced for new highway, bridge, transportation projects in Texas in 1999 during a year when the state's general revenue budget is already at record $13.7 billion, according to information from
JUROR REBUFFED Judge allows New Jersey case to go to trial  NEWARK (AP) U.S. District Judge William H. Walls declined to let two  lawyers   who represent two state troopers involved in a   shooting of a New Jersey college student testify about   the events of
Tensions high as U.S. troops search Mexico border for kidnapper ZAPATA FUCA: Mexican military men take part in the search for a group of kidnaping civilians. U.S. soldiers are also looking for a Mexican national who has kidnapped an American citizen, ZAPATA FUCA.
A U.S. jury awarded \$65.5bn on Monday in the largest personal injury case in history, a Manhattan jury found that Chevron had covered up dangerous levels of toxic pollution for years from its pipelines along the Houston Ship Channel.
E. coli Injuring 12 in Germany HANOVER, Germany - An E. coli outbreak in the western German city of Dusseldorf killed 12 people after a baby was hospitalized this week, health officials said Tuesday.
Jockey's father-in-law jailed for murder  BERMONDSEY, England (Reuters) - A jockey who became embroiled in a bitter  feud with his father-in-law over the future of his family's stable was  convicted for the murder of his lover and sentenced to 14 years
Yahoo to buy mobile advertising business for $100M (CNBC) - Yahoo on Tuesday agreed to pay up to $100 million to acquire Kana Software, a company that provides mobile advertising and consumer insights, as part of a broad deal to expand its business.
A Day in the Life of the First Lady - Obama, Michelle and the Girls A reporter writes about Barack Obama's first full day as president in his diary published on the ABC website.
Bollywood at the summit of world cinema? Hollywood, Hollywood, Hollywood! It #39;s an undeniable fact of world cinema that Hollywood rules the roost when it comes
US Firms Urge Iraq to Accept Trade Terms (WSJ) News - Trade ministers from the 11 permanent members of the U.N. Security Council and Germany will present the outlines of a second phase of international trade negotiations with Iraq within the "window period" agreed upon by the council this year, according to draft
And we are, in a certain sense, free from history: we have no sense of our origins, our past. But in this century the world becomes the laboratory for history as we go from crisis to crisis.
U2's Bono to Make His Final Album for Mojo
E-Mails on 'Nukes' Reveals U.S. Strategy Washington #39;s e-mail messages offer a glimpse of how the Bush administration has been planning to deal with a nuclear threat. In a message to U.S. military leaders in April 2002, Defense Secretary #39;s Donald
NBA Game Summary - Charlotte Hornets at Chicago (TVsport) - Kemba Walker, Al Jefferson and Josh McRoberts each chipped in with 10 points as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 99-92, in preseason action at the BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Furloughed Federal Workers Face A Different America, The Weekly Wonk "I'm just shocked at how many people are missing work," says Mark, a software engineer in Austin, Texas, who's used to being able to come right home if the office closes at his work on the National Institutes of Health.
U.S. military in Lebanon in early morning operation Lebanon #39;s Hezbollah group fought the United States Marine Corp in an area close to the Syrian border, triggering an early American military response, and a Lebanese security official said several people were killed.
'Big Brother' to remain in Cuba NEW YORK (AP)?? It's one of those questions no one can ever be entirely sure of the answer to: "How long will we keep 'Big Brother' in the air?" On the one hand, it has become one of the most popular shows on TV. On
PPP: The way out for Britain's farmers  London, Oct. 23 (ANI): Britain needs a new agricultural scheme, in line with EU market rules, to help farm businesses cope with trade liberalizations in the Euro region, the National Farmers' Union (NFU) lobby group said.
US$200 BILLION of new US bonds hit for first time SOUNDING THE ALARM Bells and sirens rang across Washington on Tuesday as the US $200 billion government bond-purchase program kicked into full swing.
The 'Nanny' That Saved Bill Murray Saves B-Movies By SUE-ANN BORCHERT New York (Reuters) - A tiny nanny from the Bronx was responsible for a secret, $3500 bill that made a major movie star's Christmas that year.
T-cell gene in human: Structure revealed A team at Baylor and UCB Cell Sciences, Inc., one of the world's most successful biotechnology companies, found that a gene found in human T-cells that help attack disease and tumors is involved in the development of cancer, according to the study released here today.
U of C #39;93s #39;Sister Act \#39; to be honoured by Canadian Opera Company #39;Sister Act \#39; will be honoured by the Canadian Opera Company at a gala at the Four Seasons Hotel on June 27, where it is scheduled for pre-f
U.S. officials said Friday that there was no evidence of a terror group working with Iran behind Saturday's bombing of the Saudi diplomatic complex in the heart of the diplomatic and business district of Riyadh\ which killed at least two people and injured more than 140.
St. Charles officials give state money to family's company St. Charles officials handed over to the company of a local business owner nearly $2 million of state funds, despite a state law to the opposite.
Tributes, Funeral HELD IN PAKISTAN For President Musharaf, the father of the nation
Two Men Face Murder Charges In Connection With Shooting Death Of Woman (Update1) A man and his son have been charged in connection with a shooting death of a woman at a gas station in St. Petersburg in 2008.
The White House, State Department to meet on Iraq: Aides STOCKHOLM - The U.S. government will discuss with European allies next week whether to extend the timeline for U.S.-led troop withdrawals in Iraq, senior government officials said yesterday.
Why #39;The X Factor#39; Is So Great For CBS A New ‘X Factor’  Judge could be just what #39;The Voice#39; needs after dismal ratings. So why  is ‘The X Factor’ the new CBS  show that #39;ll keep
G8 summit: Blair must take responsibility Tony Blair has admitted that his efforts to broker peace in the Middle East are at an impasse, putting the final leg of his time in office in jeopardy.
N. Korean leader to visit China The United Nations Security Council on Saturday, in a resounding vote, approved a new deadline for North Korea to disarm from nuclear tests, saying the "provisional timetable" would come into force immediately.
'It didn #39;t hurt me at all. #39; - Kinsler says. 'It hurt the team, and I #39;ll own up to that,' says Brandon Kinsler. By Stephen Foley. After Tuesday night's 4-2 victory over the Rays in the American League Championship
Feds probe possible insurance kickback By Jim Finkle, The (Baltimore) Sun The United States attorney for the District of Massachusetts said Thursday that he was investigating whether a high- profile insurance claim on a fire in the state was influenced by a kickback.
U.S. WARNS RUSSIA ON NUCLEAR DEVELOPMENTS MOSCOW: U.S. authorities warned Russia about "dangerous and reckless" weapons activities in the wake of a North Korean missile test launch that could threaten U.S. territory.
Two Dead, One Injured as Fire Spreads On Aboard Qantas Flight 783 Qantas Airways - Two fire crew members have died and one has a suspected spinal injury after a fire erupted on the plane en route from Perth to Singapore.
One Year On: Khodorkovskys Supporters Picket Moscow Court 25 Oct.: At least 8 people were detained as Khodorkovskys former team manager Mikhail Khodorkovsky's supporters gathered near the Meshchansky Court in Moscow on 25 Oct., 12 months after he was arrested on charges of fraud
A Tale of Two Cities: What A Change In Approach But is it the sort of change of approach that fans of A-Rod might want to see?
The president's eldest daughter, on a visit to Cuba, met with dissident leaders and promised to push for normalization ahead of her father's planned trip in April.
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Cialis Vs Cenforce Canada #39;s largest and most successful medical-group provider of Cialis, Cenforce and Levitra today announced an expanded alliance with Canada #39;s largest and most successful medical-group provider to offer the three medications.
President Barack Obama's 2014 federal budget will boost spending for education, scientific research, job training and housing
U.S. to Offer Free Long-Term Care to Poor Free long-term care and mental health services for seniors in their own homes are about to be extended to a new class of recipients: low-income elderly.
It #39;s a very nice time to be in the market for a high-end phone like Google #39;s Nexus 6. This is a phone that Google made for us.
U.S. Sees China, India at Top of Growth Slope Washington's top economic official said China, India, and most of the  rest of Asia, as well as the former Soviet Union, are the fastest  growth markets on the planet. The top U.S. growth spot, he said,
Gossip  Hollywood - In an upcoming movie, 'Friends' star Matt LeBlond will play a man who learns he has three months to live.  The actor says he is 'blown away' by the script.  He starts out on an adventure into the world of fantasy, where he meets characters who remind
No charges against NAB in AIG dispute NAB's lawyers in Australia will not face prosecution for trying to win a government contract from embattled US telecommunications giant AIG at the request of the US Department of Justice.
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RIM CEO: BBM Phone Lets RIM Compete Again  (CP24) BlackBerry Message Board (CP24)  RIM CEO Mike Lazaridis took to the floor of a packed BlackBerry  media conference in London on Tuesday to talk about the upcoming BBM  for iPhone. His message was clear:
VISA INC TO BUY AIRTEL LTD TELCOMPANY LIMITED VISA INC on Saturday announced an offer to acquire Canada's largest telecom company.The deal for AirTEL, valued at about CDN$9.1 billion (Canadian dollars), has the backing of its founder, Gordon McCurdy.
Oil Prices Down on Concern OPEC Oil Cut Talks Failed (Dow Jones Newswires) Dow Jones Newswires - Oil prices declined on Monday on concerns the recent surge in U.S. fuel prices were due more to politics than economics and on concerns over potential output cuts by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries,
US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says he wants to end war with Iraq The US Treasury chief, Larry Summers, said yesterday he supported an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Iraq and demanded that Saddam Hussein release weapons inspectors to determine whether Iraq has stopped violating the UN Security Council's resolutions.
China's stock market   fell, hurt by weak dollar     The Shanghai Composite Index closed down 0.32 percent to 3,080.93  at the day's low, while the bluechip CSI300 index  fell 0.28 percent to 765.35,  down 3.53 percent
U.S. stock market rises amid budget optimism NEW YORK -- U.S. stock-index futures shot higher Thursday as optimism grew that Washington and Congress may find a budget compromise before Tuesday's midnight cliffhanger deadline.
The U.S. military has identified eight Iraqis who were responsible for attacks that killed American servicemen at a Baghdad gym and in Samarra, officials said in a court document released Thursday.
In-house lawyer to defend S&Ps claims in U.S. By RIK SARTOREN, AP Business Writer NEW YORK -- The top lawyer at S & P is leaving the investment-research firm to take a job in Washington, where she will have the same task as the top lawyer at rival Moody
China#39;s H-Bomb Project Goes Farther Into the Void
Staying on the right side of the law Police have warned those using the popular photo manipulation service Flickr that it could be in breach of the law.
Oil up on concerns Iran sanctions could be expanded (AP) AP - Shares of oil explorers and drillers are higher after Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice assured a House committee Tuesday the United States will not tolerate\oil exports to Iran.
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On the Run: The Story of a Homeless Man (The Observer) (PDF) PDF - One of the greatest moral philosophers of all time.
The New Enron: the Unraveling Web of Executives and Scandals  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - In the years since they went  public, Enron Corp.(NYSE:ENRT) and a host of related companies  that spun off from the energy giant  - including companies run by former En
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MUMBAI: Infosys Ltd posted a 16.7 percent rise in revenue to 18.65  billion in its latest quarter, beating all analyst estimates and leading to a  sharp rise in the value of the company.
‘Saving’ $400 will come at a higher cost (CBR) The “cost-to-income ratio” of a savings plan determines the amount of money a customer can save per week—the higher the number, the more money the customer can save. The rule varies for those with
Lingerie-Shopping In the Classroom Some educators around the country try to teach social studies through clothing purchases.
U.S. Bancorp Warned to Revise Accounting for Losses
New CEO for Myspace Joins News Corp. As Steve Jones Resigns, News Corp. Buys Myspace for $35 Million JERUSALEM (AP) — News Corp. plans to take control of social networking site MySpace, offering the popular Internet site to Rupert Murdoch's British Sky
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The U.N. council mulls Sudan resolution, US to speak on genocide
India's food problem - in five numbers India's food crisis has hit the nation's rural economy, and the country's biggest cities.
More New York City Residents Take Public Transit in 2005 Compared with 2004 The number of New Yorkers who used transit dropped slightly last year for the first time since 1990.
In-N-Out Burger to serve the nation - but only in California When its  new plant in Huntington Beach near L.A. opened this summer, there was something quite unusual about its sign: The In-N-Out Burger  that was the brainchild of the McDonald's Corp. founders started in Baldwin
Inaugural ceremony to be on Monday  The Inaugural ceremony of the new Executive Council (IEC) and the new Provincial Council (IEO) will be held on Monday, February 6, 2006 at the Independence National Stadium. This will be the first time that the inauguration will be held at the Independence National
US judge tosses charge against 2 teens in Texas church slayings A federal appeals court has overturned the convictions of two white teens charged in the racially motivated killing and torture of a black teenager in Houston's historic Second Baptist Church in 1997.
'Fog of WAR' May Last Longer Than We Expect New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman said on Sunday, "War has just gone from being a possibility to being a possibility."
Mice Learn Language Just like their people ancestors in the wild, mice learn songs, play and socialize with one another and navigate mazes by themselves using language they've been taught.
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PENNY WAGASING FOR MEGAN - TURNEVER'S DAUGHTER The couple that owns Penny Wagasings is suing the singer for breaching copyright of their images, The Sun has learned. Penny, 28, claims she created a number of  photos of  Megan  Turner  stripping
Top 20 US baby names in 2019 (2) The average weekly costs of a home in the United States fell again in February, new data from the National Association of Realtors shows, marking the second consecutive month that sales prices climbed.
Bush outlines his vision A triumphant Bush has attempted to reach out to the world, insisting that  quot;every civilised country quot; has a stake in the US-led war on terror.
The world #39;s No 2 economy appears on track to see the growth rate it #39;s been seeking, with the outlook for 2010 set to exceed that of 2009, the central bank said.
Northrop Grumman NN:NA to acquire Sierra Nevada Corp. for $6.4 bln (Reuters) Reuters - Northrop Grumman Corp., the second-biggest military contractor, agreed to acquire Sierra Nevada Corp. for $6.42 billion in its largest acquisition since 2001. The deal
"My Thoughts And Prayers Are With The Victims Of All Terrorist Attacks" Obama Speaks At Dallas After...Obama On Monday praised the response of police and emergency personnel, but urged the public to send their thoughts and prayers to the victims and their families.
A few minutes of fun with Microsoft Excel I #39;ve long railed against Microsoft Excel because I think its interface makes it one of the worst tools known to man -- and one of the most necessary. I know a fair number of people who do a lot of data crunching who swear by it and who work
U.S. banks face record year of bad loans U.S. banks will post record levels of bad loans for the year ended Sept. 30, 2007, according to a preliminary analysis released Wednesday by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.
Mapping: The World According to the Global Positioning System (MapServer 5.8) By William F Klein April 2004
The State Department-Cuba deal: an answer to an old mystery The agreement to restore the diplomatic relationship between the United States and Cuba is about as surprising as the fact that we have this new information at all.
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A woman was bitten by a shark while snorkeling off the coast of Florida on Sunday, a lifeguard says.  The 33-year-old woman was the only person in the water after 11:30 a.m. when the shark bit her on her left ankle, Gulf County Sheriff's Deputy Christopher
City Hall is the most expensive place to live in Canada
New Rules Aimed at Controlling Credit Card Use by Small Businesses The credit card industry is working on new rules to help small businesses keep their credit card statements and reports from becoming inundated with information.
I have been a member of the online gaming community for roughly the last ten years and I have seen several changes in this industry throughout its history. However the biggest change I have seen was the arrival
L'Oreal pulls anti-wrinkle product, A-Wond'eress  L'Oreal decided Friday to halt marketing of its wrinkle-smoothing formula  under the "A-Wond'eress" brand because of "an incident of  fraud". A company statement said an
New England storm leaves trail of destruction and devastation A
RIAA: It Is Time To Take A Stand Against Copyright Trolls  In this day and age, it's almost unthinkable that an individual would have to  stand up against an organized group of people who are out to make a  million dollar profit by claiming that they have a copyright on  something that, in
THE GLOBE AND MAIL -- THE GLOBE AND MAIL: In the latest in a series of moves designed to shore up its struggling subsidiary, Canada Post, the Canadian government made a bid Monday night to take over the parent company.
What to know as S Korea hosts nuclear summit U.S. President Donald #39;s chief concern is not the latest test, but whether North Korean leader Kim Jong-un #39;s true intent.
Inmate shoots himself to death A convicted robber killed himself with a gunshot to the head while being held in a cell at a mental health hospital, it was revealed yesterday.
US Agencies May Have LiedAbout Saddam's Weapons, Reports U.N. Special Rapporteur
Lanny Davis Seeks to Join Special Counsel Team Lanny Davis, a lawyer and White House counselor to President Bill Clinton, said yesterday his law firm would be willing to assist the special counsel investigating alleged ties between the White House and a businessman accused of funneling secret funds to a former Clinton White House aide.
A New Yorker to Write Memoir of George W. Bloomberg NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) \- In\many ways, I guess I should start talking about Â \#1,\huh?\ Â I can't tell anyone anything they don't already know about me. I mean,
Japan to help ease tensions with Korea at end of the month SEOUL, Feb 20 (AFP) - Japan and the two Koreas on Saturday agreed to ease tensions and work towards peace at the end of the month by ending their two-week stand-off at a maritime border, Tokyo and Seoul said.
South Africa's unemployment rate to rise to 25.2 percent in November Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) - an agency of the presidency of South Africa's national government - is to raise estimates of the country's unemployment rate to 25.2 percent in November from the current figure of 24.2 percent.
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WorldNet, Enron deal hits some investors back WorldNet &lt;A HREF="http://www.moneycentral.msn.com" target=_blank&gt;enron&lt;/A&gt; on Thursday said it has agreed to invest 8 million shares in the troubled  telecommunications
No. 15 Tigers Run Past #39;27 Gators, #39;20 Trojans Win at #39;31 Bruins (AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) - USC coach Pete Carroll watched from the sideline at Southern California #39;s Rose Bowl appearance with the Los Angeles Times newspaper in his pocket
This is the man who led to their downfall The trial of German bank Berenberg's former boss, Daniel Kerkour, opens today in Germany accused of helping launder hundreds of millions of dollars of dirty money that prosecutors argue helped Islamic militants build weapons in Sudan.
Intel and AMD drop price cuts Intel, AMD drop price cuts, saying they expect new chip sales to be up
What they#39;re calling  #39;Hollyday#39; on the moon is  NASA#39;s Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer, or LADEE.
Laxman joins Rajya Sabha Laxman is a former member of Parliament from Karnataka's Kolar town. In 2002, the Karnataka high court had convicted him of corruption. He became an embarrassment to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has been in power at the national and state
He#;s not in rehab, he#;s in jail After his arrest, Smith told arresting officers he was going home to his parents after an evening of drinking and smoking marijuana with friends.
Pensions reform will cost jobs and lead to a collapse in savings levels LONDON: The British Government wants to introduce compulsory auto-enrollment for pension funds to save billions of pounds as costs rise, but it will also lead to a collapse in savings levels, the Institute of Chartered Accountants says.
China seeks to extend reform drive to Tibet China called Monday for talks with the Dalai Lama as it pledged to extend a "new era of reforms" to Tibet and other marginalised regions but urged the spiritual leader not to meddle in politics.China is committed to "maintaining the independence, autonomy and unity of Tibet
The long-awaited decision on the future of the US economy took a dramatic turn last Thursday, when the U.S. economy experienced its biggest contraction in a quarter century, losing 3,898,000 jobs. This brings some good news to the U.S. economy, but at the same time it threatens
A New York State judge has issued a temporary reprieve to an inmate #39;s #5F; right to marry while his appeals on his death sentencing are pending before the US Court of Appeals. In a ruling that has drawn national attention, the judge granted Mr #39;s
Australia #39;s home rule broken at last to give Australia grand slam  LONDON (Reuters) - Australia broke an 84-year wait to play the first Test of a limited overs series in England when the Oval crowd roared its approval as the final wicket collapsed, completing its 441-run victory on
No. 13 seeds Minka Kelly takes out No. 17 Lauren Alaina 4-2(5)
The state, under pressure from both sides, was forced yesterday to act.
Fannie Mae Execs, Regulator Square Off WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Fannie Mae executives and their  regulator squared off on Wednesday, with executives denying any  accounting irregularity and the regulator saying the housing  finance company's management may need to go.
Fitch Warns US On 'Moderate' Long-Term Deficit Outpact Rating agency Fitch Ratings said the budget agreement due Tuesday would likely not prevent the US budget deficit from rising rapidly in the second half of 2006.
India to raise oil taxes as demand surges NEW DELHI India will raise taxes on oil in an effort to curb a sharp increase in domestic crude prices after the country's oil minister said oil companies were selling in the black through "unfair" practices.
Bush Urges U.S. Envoy "Into the Fire''  WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell  called his Iraqi envoy into the White House again Monday to  urge him to get out of Lebanon and stay in Baghdad.
Umpire dies on scene, officer at accident scene Authorities say an Indiana umpire was killed Monday when he fell off a railroad bridge while calling a ballgame.
U.S. to Get 10 New Mideast Diplomats, U.N., World Bank: Diplomat  Washington (CNS) -- Secretary Condoleezza Rice's administration, in a  broad message of U.S. commitment, said that it will send a  higher-level diplomat to the
U.S. to test missile defenses by 2020  WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) -- The U.S.  Defense Department has announced, though without offering any  timetable, that it will test missile defenses, called ground-based  interceptors, in coming years.
Lubbock man shoots self, seriously injured in shooting incident ATRAN, Lubbock - At least one person was taken to the Burnet Burnet County Memorial Hospital after being wounded in a shooting incident Sunday night at a apartment complex in south Lubbock, according to authorities.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The American Petroleum Institute reported Wednesday  a national average  daily  gasoline stockpile  of  1.9 million barrels for June, down  from  2.1 million barrels a year ago.The reduction is  the result of conservation measures and refineries closing, according to the
The New York Times: Editorial: No to Bush Tax Cut; Not to Global Warming  Friday September 1, 2001 Page: A13  Editorial: No to Bush Tax Cut; Not to Global Warming
F1 teams banned as teams battle for new title F1 - which promised to be closer than ever - have been plunged into further controversy after bosses decided teams cannot join the
US Airways shares gain after CEO vote US Airways &lt;A HREF="http://www.investor.reuters.com/FullQuote.aspx?ticker=USA.N target=/stocks/quickinfo/fullquote"&gt;USA.N&lt;/A&gt; shares
US Market Opens Down Sharply with Dow Falling More than 50 Tickers: Tech, Media, Telecom Up
FED RULES: No-Fraud-Policy Rule 2/16 Rule 2/16 - No FRAUD (1:43 PM CDT Wed., Feb 16) - - NO FRAUD - 2/16/2005 : I. THE FEDERAL RESERVE, THE BANK OF
'No More Painkillers' in US as Firms Aim to Cure Acuteness of Illnesses The Food and Drug Administration will now have the power to bar any drug from being sold without a prescription, according to the National Institute of Health....
EU to tighten rules on biofuels EUROPE's 28 countries plan to introduce tougher national rules on biofuels aimed at limiting the damage from rising production and use.
Hype around new Nike kicks to help Kobe Bryant Nike released a pair of Kobe IIIs on Tuesday in hopes of a boost from the recent retirement announcement of his teammate (and the company#39;s arch-rival) Steve Nash.
NEW YORK (Fortune Magazine) -- So far, the market is treating the fall of Enron Corp. (NYSE: ENE) and the credit crisis like a big business story.
New 'Green' paint in a variety of colors for a variety of budgets This new "Green" paint provides a simple and cost effective way to decorate the inside and outside of your home.
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India‘s new GDP estimate could trigger fresh rise
Stump On The Line: McCain And Obama Battle For Pennsyltucky SENATE WASHINGTON - It #39;s election season #39;s first day, and John McCain &amp;#x96; and Barack Obama &amp;#x96; are neck and neck in the polls in Pennsylvania.
Obama: 'Let's Just Put An Asterisk On...' White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs was in a snit on Friday when  Daily Show correspondent Stephen Colbert poked fun at President Obama for his  weak  economic plan and his repeated promises to be the "candidate who can  actually say: 'Just
Gossip Girl Season 4, Episode 9 Gossip Girl returns to your home device! It's the third week of November, the "S"
World Series champ #39;s son gives a baseball glove World Series champion Evan Longoria #39;s son, KJ Longoria, gave a baseball glove to another young baseball star at one of the.
C. I was a little worried for a while there because I was afraid that I didn #39;t have anything else to offer you. I thought you might have already written something that I might look better than, but it didn #39;t do it.
US\a top diplomat: Taliban is\not a good thing for Afghanistan US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said that the Taliban are not a good thing for #39;Afghanistan, and that there should be a political\solution to the violence that has consumed the country\since the 2001 war against the
Elegendary singer died following successful heart surgery at age of 87.
Two women charged with child abuse, endangerment CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP)'A woman charged with repeatedly shaking her baby in her arms and holding it by a leg outside a car window to make it "so scared it is not to be able to walk," and a man who was watching
US military to take over $4.1B Alaska oil field The US government will lease 90,000 acres of Alaskan land for oil exploration.
U.S. trade deficit widens to $63.6-billion  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. trade deficit widened to a record U.S.  trade deficit widened to $63.6 billion during September as the
A World of Promise and Perils From a place called Darfur, to the ruins of Pompeii, from the frozen plains of Siberia to the sweltering cities of Mumbai — the world today is a far more complex and challenging place to live, work and travel than even a year ago, and travel is becoming increasingly
MONDAY NEWS: Sports
U.S. stock trading suspended on NYSE as New London fire spreads AMSTERDAM -- Stock markets were paralyzed across the United States and Europe early Monday as a fire at an industrial site in New London, Connecticut, continued to spread. Trading was suspended on the New York Stock Exchange, where Nasdaq OMX
Best Buy to get $9.99 Xbox on Black Friday Best Buy's Black Friday sale will include a $9.99 Xbox.
No Deal Yet? U.S. And China May Settle Trade Dispute (Bloomberg) Bloomberg - U.S. and Chinese negotiators are considering a deal in which China would buy an American farm product, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer said. Schumer doesn&amp;apos;t know whether the two
EU to boost aid for Ukraine\(Reuters) A senior aid official of the 27-nation European Union said the bloc would soon announce an aid plan\for Ukraine, after a ceasefire in East Ukraine collapsed on the 10th day of major fighting, raising doubts over a peace plan backed by Russia, U.S.
"The Voice" finalist reveals who he voted for and why The show kicked off its final round of three-way battles for the coveted title Tuesday with a tense encounter between Cee Lo Green and two talented singers...The show will air final episodes after the Super Bowl.
K-1 is a form used to document the foreign earned income of a nonresident alien U.S. citizen or resident alien. In the 2004 tax year, taxpayers who were nonresident aliens could not deduct all their foreign earned income on personal federal tax returns. The K-1 form and the applicable regulations are now
How to Write a Good Title For News Article How to Write a Good title for News article Examples of a title for a news article The title of the above article was : How to Write a Good Title, so let s take a look at what a really good title would look like: How to create a newsworthy title
E.C.O. says new plan to improve UK energy supply The energy regulator has called for power suppliers to be more open with customers as it pledged to improve the way Britain is supplied with electricity.
'Proud to be part of a community like Detroit' (Detroit Free Press) &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&amp;#39;Proud to be part of a community like Detroit&amp;#39;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;
US government warns internet security may not keep up with growth
In wake of deadly prison riots, Louisiana closes three prisons An unidentified guard is charged with murder in the killing Tuesday of an inmate, the second fatal beating this week at the Louisiana State Prison at Angola.
B2B sales in the UK grew faster than B2C online sales in the first six months of last year, according to online marketing firm Search and Social.
C.F.R. Approves Gas Shortage Emergency
It has been a long, tough road, and we’re getting there.”
Firms to receive record \$13 billion in TARP aid - Four of the nation #39;s biggest banks and five other large financial firms will receive bailout funds from the Troubled Asset Relief Program, the U.S. Treasury Department said, becoming among the first in the nation to share their gains from a
'Vampire' films fall apart at last - But even if you get beyond the plot and character names, there is an eerie similarity between the movies and this century&#39;s popular media boom.
A-League 2016: Where could the teams be going now The A-League 2016 season is drawing to a close and there might be some teams set to play in the grand final.
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New Zealand Sends Troop To Iraq  (Adds detail) PORTSMOUTH, New Zealand (AP) - New Zealand's  government has sent a military force to Iraq to train Iraqi  government forces battling al Qaeda-related  militants.
Two big gains, one big slide Two companies boosted profits in the second quarter, with only one reporting big losses.
Obama to deliver keynote address at UN on'sustainability' WASHINGTON: US President Barack Obama will deliver his keynote address at a major UN conference on "sustainability" later this month.
The $50-Billion-Warfare-Debacle-That-Almost
U.S. Enron Project Fails (Bloomberg) Bloomberg News - Enron Energy Services Inc. is suing two of its former officers, saying Enron overstated revenue on its transactions by at least  #36;10 in the third quarter and failed to properly disclose conflicts of interest involving some.
More parents will be charged extra for children at primary schools than ever, research reveals - while government figures show the number of pupils with special educational needs remains static.
New York Times #39;China#39;s Olympic Luge Team Shrinks To 7 Chinese athletes and eight coaches are fighting for one Olympic luge gold medal, down from 13 athletes and 10 coaches in 2004.
How to make a living as a professional writer and writer/producer in London As I #39;ve been thinking about my future since leaving college, a realization has dawned on me: #39;I can#39;t do what I do for a living as well as I used to #39;
Lenders reject deal to save banks    By Andrew Buncombe,  10/21/04. LONDON (Reuters) -   British  banks,  under fire from regulators to revive  lending, said on Monday a tentative agreement with  lenders including Britain's big four banks  had been struck
Unhappy return from the sea Two women rescued from the Baltic Sea by two Russian ships and two rescue helicopters will face an emotional homecoming as Swedish police arrest a suspect in their attempted murder.
'No place to hide' on road to Baghdad NEW YORK An American coalition plane mistakenly fired flares into the southern Iraqi town of al-Kut on Thursday during a bombing campaign, mistakenly releasing a number of grenades into a mosque.
A Day in the Life of Lizzie Borden A Day in the Life of Lizzie Borden
Man pleads guilty to killing two others in fatal accident RIVERDALE, N.J. (AP) - A man has pleaded guilty to killing two others and his girlfriend in a drunken-driving car crash at an off-the-road park a year ago.
China: Beijing Dye House Aims To Be A World Leader - *NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2007 \- China\s Hengtian Huana Dyeing Group, one of the largest\dyestuff makers in the world, aims to\tear down the stereotype that makes China an
Kia Crossover Gets Big Jump INTRODUCING Kia #39;s 2019 Soul. In 2018, Kia sold just 25 million SUVs worldwide. That #39;s a tiny drop, but according to Kia officials, the Soul crossover is set to be a big piece of the SUV puzzle
Former New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine in New York in June
BILLIONS of dollars worth of weapons including AK-47s, hand grenades, machine guns M16 rifles and ammunition were seized in a series of raid by the United States military in the early hours of Tuesday in the southern Yemeni port town of Sale.
It had been a busy few weeks of negotiating and the talks are finally over. According to the Herald Sun the two parties have now agreed on the terms of a deal and will announce it within hours.
Uproar in Iraq after soldier dies            NEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. Army soldier whose military funeral on Wednesday was marred by the  unexpected funeral gunfire that killed another, then   a third soldier, was  killed Sunday night when another
U.S. Firms Cut Profit Outlook, Focus on Europe CHICAGO - U.S. companies cut their profit outlook in May amid concerns that the U.S.-China trade war and Europe's debt crisis will hurt their sales.
PSE shares surge 14% to a 17-week high as CEO, MSCI announce deal After months of negotiations, a private equity firm will buy a majority position in the energy-services company from Spanish-based Public Services Enterprise Group, or PSEG, through a US$4.7bn tender offer
Why I like John Kerry: The son of a Democrat who died under torture in Vietnam. (Los Angeles Times) John Kerry, a Democrat running for the U.S. presidency in 2004, has always been willing to speak with journalists in his own words. With the Republican vice-president nominee, Dan Quayle
KGUK #39;S New Chief To Face Board #39;s Challenge The new CEO of KBGU #39;S sports station will have to face a long and busy road ahead if he is to live up to the high standards laid down by his predecessors, a longtime broadcaster tells #39;The Eagle
New York, New Haven and Hartford names top 3 NYC, New Haven and Hartford are among the best places to live in America in 2010, according to a new report.
#39;All In My Hands&#39; Clinton, Demented, and Disabled by a Medical Condition (The Spectator) Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton was in good spirits on Friday as she left a court appearance in Washington on a charge for handling classified information as Secretary of State, with an attorney saying she
A few minutes or so into the speech, an explosion shook the convention center. It turned out to an active-shooter drill. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Sports: The Sports Beat  For the third straight year, USC and Notre Dame meet in the Rose Bowl, trying to repeat as national champions to be decided at the L. A#39;s Coliseum on Jan. 1.
Obama to travel to India for BRICS summit US President Barack Obama will become the first sitting president to travel to India to attend a gathering of the leaders of major emerging economies from September 23-27, the White House said on Wednesday.
US: Fed to buy US government debt-Tribune, wire service LONDON-In a historic vote that could have implications for the next  Fed chair, the US Senate on Tuesday approved the first use  of so-called "quantitative easing" by the world's biggest central bank.The Federal Open Market Committee
Tenderly, for example, he says, he went after the ball on the first strike of the bottom of the first inning of Game 1 of the Series and fouled it off and that the wind died up immediately, allowing him to have a little more traction in his swing
The Top 10  Worst Jobs of 2009 Howdy y'all. It's your old  favorite, The Top 10! Where we count down the ten worst jobs of  the decade. We've given you a rundown of the jobs we thought were  truly the "baddest." This list is mostly about the
How's that Internet workin' for you? We asked five people  (Newsday) - How's your Web surfing? If you're enjoying Internet services of one kind or another, we asked five people to rate them for our \u2264What's working\u2265 series.
New York's first day of school  #8212; a busy time for families and first-time parents. #8217;It #8217;s like Christmas, #8218; said one parent with two young boys. #8220;It#8217;s a time to try to figure
A few minutes ago I finished checking out my options to do the next post on the theme of the day, I hope you have an idea What to talk about tomorrow...
New York Yankees beat Atlanta Braves 15-10, avoid sweep Boston Red Sox beat Cleveland Indians 1-0.
Inmate Dies in Prison Riot Inmate William Thomas Bell died early Monday for the prison riot that erupted at the Central California Correctional Facility in Lancaster. Hundreds of inmates took part in the three-hour riot after a guard accidentally sprayed an
Equestrian Horse Breaks Left Hand Equestrian World Cup qualifier Michaela Gertsch is recovering after suffering two fractures and a dislocation in her left hand during a training session in Colorado on Sunday.
Is The Big Basket A Scam? Big retailers like Gap and Walmart have a huge presence on the Internet. Consumers can go to their site to find the best prices on hundreds of
Top 10 TV moments from Week 1 of the NFL Combine
'Degrassi Junior High,' 'Babylon,' Newest on PBS The BBC reported Friday the latest season of its popular "Degrassi Junior High" show is currently being filmed in Vancouver as shooting continues on the series' sixth season.
A Big Name to Be a Small Name (Newser) Newser
The day that you stop caring will be the day that you die. It is one of those great, little truisms that doesn't need explaining. But it does make a damn fine sentiment to live by.
'Boeing will keep building 787 Dreamliner' BERTORELLO: The seven-year build-up of the Dreamliner won #39;t be over when the final production and delivery aircraft roll out in early 2011.
Caught in the crossfire - A look at life in Ukraine's breakaway east, where war has raged for four years. 'A big, happy land': For now, at least, it does not look as though anyone will be shooting war on Friday's front page of USA Today on the streets of San Diego
A look at the 10 richest countries By HBS, India is the most populous country in South Asia and is the world's largest producer of sugar, tea and coffee.
'We'll do whatever we have to do' Kmart owner joins the dots to keep Australia's No. 2 retailer free from a bankruptcy and on track with its plan to shed $US2.15 billion ($A2.4 billion) in costs by 2002.
L.A. school officials say they were wrong to dismiss claims of racism The debate over what school officials should do about a claim of racism against an African American eighth grader who was suspended from Los Angeles #39;s Richard Riordan Central Academy was reignited this weekend amid an online campaign against the school district.
New York Fed's Altaper, E.F. Hutton, to Sell Securities to Bankers' Trust  NEW YORK (Reuters) -  New York Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan on Friday urged commercial banks to hire  more traders and reduce their reliance on Wall Street's equity dealers,  who increasingly rely on the
The latest on the Bush State of the Union Addresses
U.S. to Buy 9,000 Tons of Wheat from Canada The first delivery from this year's Canadian wheat crop went unsold on Thursday. By Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Department of Agriculture had signed contracts for 6,500 tons.
E.ON board to debate plan to expand energy capacity to 140,000 MW. Plans will also be put in place to extend the life of a power plant in Wales by 10 years. Widespread public discontent has been voiced about the power hike through the government has called an emergency meeting to discuss the energy plan at E
UK-based bank Baring last week sold a large part of its American mortgage business to Citigroup, which was said to be interested in the UK operations.
Hot Stock; In Case of a Fire In my house they usually use a lot, but they #39;re always very careful of me. #39;
New York Giants Wide Receivers Not Rely On Odell Beckham Jr
I will not pay your ransom. No, not the ransom demanded by some hackers who held British soldier Lee Rigby and four other people hostage earlier this week.
Man Utd make big money out of TV rights
S&P up 18, at 9,542  NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Stocks advanced Thursday with the Dow industrials climbing by as much as  200 points, driven by gains in technology and consumer names. Late in the day, news that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates down for next
(CNN) -- With temperatures in the high 70s and a heavy wind, temperatures in Iraq\were more pleasant than they could be for American forces stationed in the town of \Tal Afar. They\were trying to figure out how to defend \the town in which the U.S. military has stationed more
Police have yet to officially announce charges against the five-person crew that caused the crash. In the days and weeks ahead, the family of the teenage girl who was killed in the Sunday evening crash will learn who was behind the wheel that night as well as why.
Bollywood is back on the block, with its first hit movie in five years and a huge budget of Rs 1.5 crore. The film directed by Imtiaz Ali and produced by Deepshikha Films, has music by Vishal-Shekhar, with the story based on the life of the famed
Glee star lands first ever Emmy; Newcomer's performance earns him best young actor nom Glee star Darren Criss won his first Emmy Award overnight, for his portrayal of Blaine Anderson on the Fox series.
I Have to Wait 3 Weeks For My Kidnappers Return, Says Police Chief Of Chibok
New Zealand's GDP shrinks in Q3 as jobs, consumption hit A Sudden drop in economic output in the latest quarter caused New Zealand's economic growth in the October-December quarter to weaken, a closely watched measure of the economy showed Friday.
It#8217;s hard to say whether that helps or hurts the Yankees. But it certainly couldn\8539;t hurt, since it puts a nice polish on what has become a raunchier product.
New Zealand #8;s oil pipeline is a bust  The controversial $1.4 billion Northland pipeline project was  touted as the solution to New Zealand's woes but the result has been nothing but  headaches for the nation and an embarrassing $100 million drain on taxpayer's  pockets.
No easy answers to new crisis over refugees The EU has failed to agree a solution to a new refugee crisis in Syria as thousands of people remain trapped there.
The top U.S. official in charge of developing a strategy for Iraq said yesterday that the main American threat to Iraq's security and stability today is a civil war among the major Shia and Sunni Muslim groups.
Foe #39;s team outscored #39;s in the first game, but he kept it close in the second and third. This is just two games into a seven-game series, with all games in the division decided three games at a time.
WASHINGTON  An  senior Bush administration official has made it clear to Washington's  top Catholics that the appointment of controversial  EU human rights commissioner Rocco Buttiglione as a  member of a key EU Commission department is an unacceptable setback  for the Church in Europe.
BBS - The Best Source of Free, Publicly Trusted Software, Databases, and News for your PC (BBS) The software and database that runs our site are available for free at SourceForge, and thousands of other developers use SourceForge to upload and share their code.
US won't be part of international monitoring system of North America's air quality New York, May 10 (AFP) - The Bush administration on Monday unveiled an ambitious plan to reduce America's greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, saying it would develop the largest carbon scrubber ever built in order to cut pollution from the country's
Nominations open for first ‘Barefoot In The Park’ concert A barefoot acoustic concert in the park will be held on Friday. This is a one-night event to promote Barefoot in the Park – the first ‘Barefoot In The Park’ music festival.
Eels to make tough call Rivalries are a thing of the past for Parramatta fans after the Eels announced they will not be in the finals race.
Russia’s FSB arrests man near ‘terrorist centre’ A man suspected of committing a crime which  involved explosives has been detained outside a secret police detention centre in southern Russia, regional officials say.
S&P: US credit risk higher with fiscal cliff concerns US corporate debt default rates have jumped after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to prevent sharp budget cuts that would leave the US economy sputtering through the new year.
CMC Markets downgraded its view on Commonwealth Bank's share price to neutral from buy after the company issued a half-year profit warning which hit shares on Tuesday.
News and World Almanac, 2005 by Daniel E. Troy and Linda E. Spelke; New York: Thomas Y. Crowell Co., 1980
No, not the kind you want to be doing This morning, we were treated to a classic New York-style “mockumentary” news story — that is, an article that looks, at least in theory, like the work of a professional journalist, but which actually seems to have been assembled by
E'inga, Giambenini head World Cup roster in France - Italy to play Spain, Iran at Parc des Princes in Paris Final match, France faces Australia in the Cup finale.
Toyota Motor Corp.#39;s 2nd-Qtr Profit Shrinks on Yen, Units Slump (Update4) Toyota Motor Corp., the world#39;s second-largest carmaker, had a worse-than-expected setback on Tuesday and cut its previously-estimated annual profit forecast, hit
New York Yankees Player Performance Awards | Official (ESPN) --The New York Yankees will honor 19 current and former players for their on-field contributions during an evening gala on March 31.
Bush will get credit for tax reform, says adviser WASHINGTON, September 06 (Agence France-Presse), - President George W. Bush will get credit for the recent round of tax reform for the first time next week, the White House said Tuesday.
No Big Loss; BNP Asks for Full Settlement from Kmart : BNP Paribas, seeking a full recovery for its investment losses in Kmart #39;s failed leveraged buyout, sought and got from the troubled retailer a $250 million debt settlement as well as permission to foreclose if a
Second group claims bombing A second group claimed responsibility today for a car bombing that killed seven people in Baghdad two days ago.
With or without you, New Zealand women win back the World Cup How far New Zealand women have come in only their second World Cup since the first tournament in 1991 is amazing.
New Zealand Stake Holder Wants P&O Return In New Zealand P&O Ferries has applied for a share in the company that runs the Inter Island Ferries (I1) service between Auckland and
The Top 10 Social Media Spots to Take Out Your New iPhone 4G LAS VEGAS - Smartphone owners are flocking to social-media spots in Las Vegas to take out their new iPhone 4G.
Russia, Japan to work on oil output freeze Russia and Japan will work together towards the long-term goal of cutting oil output in proportion to the world market, Energy Minister Yevgeny Myshkin said Friday.
'It is too early!'
Obama Wins Nobel Peace Prize, But Does Not Seem Likely To Use It TOKYO - President Barack Obama earned the Nobel Peace Prize on Thursday  for his "extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."
How do you improve it? How are the new pages structured to improve the page for both visitors and search engines? For the purposes of this article, I'll presume you are looking to improve your site's search engine ranking by moving from an external site to yours.
Journalese: It’s a big old world out there There was much to report, even for AP writers, in an era in which the old news-gathering model no longer works.
Feds: US will not seek death penalty in murder of ex-CIA officer The Bush administration has notified Congress of an imminent push to repeal a 1978 law that allowed the government to seek the death penalty in certain cases.
NEW: Sony Announces Its New Game Boy Advance With 8 GB of Flash Memory And a Built-In Camera! A look at the new game from Sony Computer Entertainment: Sony Computer Entertainment Ltd. today announced its new game console, the PSP (PlayStation Portable).
N.V.O. to Review Enron Deal ( NYT ) N.V.O. Will Review Sale of Enron's Retail Gas Business for Possible Abuse-of-Fiduciary-Duty Violations (WSJ) A lawyer for the nation's largest gas trading firm said top Enron executives
Tiger Shown to Be Pregnant by CT Scan (AP) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The last thing anybody expected was to see Tiger Woods' child on a medical scan Monday as part of his divorce settlement with his wife. But that's what happened...
US military strikes Iraq to save hostages A joint operation by military, police and intelligence forces in Baghdad and Fallujah captured 20 people, freeing at least 100 people held in Iraq, including an American, a Canadian and nine Iraqi-Americans on Saturday, according to government officials.
US seeks to cut oil imports NEW YORK (Reuters) - The United States called on OPEC nations on Wednesday to boost production to help stabilize the oil market, saying without the deal OPEC as a whole might not meet targets for curbing global output.
Microsoft #39;s first day of fiscal 2001
Britain's Gold Medallist Gets Her Day
U.S. Proposes New Global War On Terrorism Fund WASHINGTON (AP) —The top leaders of the U.S. military will meet next week to consider a broader plan to fight terrorism than the one that resulted from President George W. Bush's decision to invade Iraq, say senior U.S. officials
Iran's nuclear ambitions are 'grave threat' Washington: Iran is pursuing a nuclear weapons programme with the intent to  deploy them in the near future
Migrants from Myanmar, Cambodia struggle to find homes NEW YORK, NY (AP) - They are stranded in Asia and in the Philippines.
A new low in 'Bush' vs. Texas (USA Today Editorial) The Texas governor has made his state the butt of jokes, he has shown a disturbing disregard for the rule of law, and the latest flap seems typical of the Bush administration's penchant for squabbling with the courts.
TARGETING GOSSIP MESSAGE 'RUNNING MYSELF INTO DEATH' LONDON -- The parents of London schoolgirl Sarah Payne say they have received a message from the person who killed their child. The message, which was posted on websites earlier this week, says Sarah had been warned she
A night in the cold with a baby? The British couple who conceived and bore their baby in the depths of an Austrian field face an uncertain future now that Germany is refusing to accept the child as their own.
Update 4: Enron CEO Knew of Energy Transactions: Report Former Enron CEO Jeffrey K. Skilling knew of  quot;aggressive, illegal and improper conduct  #39; among his employees, but  quot;took no direct part in making decisions about  quot;the transactions, a report on them
U.S. government to stop using military to protect banks Washington plans to no longer use military personnel to guard U.S. financial institutions, two officials told Reuters the plan is under discussion.
R.I. woman ordered to pay $5K more in child support The state Supreme Court has ruled that a Rhode Island mother must pay $5,000 more in child support to the man who was her second husband.
Hike in fuel prices could hurt consumer spending: Econ Analysts Analysts said Friday that they expect gasoline  prices to jump soon after a key pipeline was reopened following a nearly  month-long shutdown.
Europe’s Debt Crisis: The Next Round of Fiscal Stress Is upon Us The new debt crisis in Europe is looming, and the next round of fiscal stress — the kind that sends governments rushing to sell bonds to raise revenue — is upon us.
The U.S. government should set up a national health service like the UK's | James Fergie (The Guardian) Britain's parliament will vote next week on a bill introducing a universal health care system modeled on the NHS.
China, India to sign a $9 billion textiles pact BEIJING -- China and India yesterday signed a landmark $9 billion textiles pact that will bring into existence two of the world's largest textile exporting nations.
CVS' Pharmacies to Sell Skin-Care Products - CNA "Skin care is an important focus for CVS, and we are excited about this new venture, combining the strengths of our brands with our retail expertise," said CVS Pharmacy Chairman and CEO Larry J. Toback.
'We're in Good Shape' for Energy Relief HOUSTON - President Bush said Tuesday he's keeping his ``election promise'' to provide federal energy assistance to millions of people suffering rising electricity and fuel prices.  (Adds details on oil prices, oil companies, Bush plan.) (MORE$)
G-20 to meet for annual gathering in Japan, Seoul, September 28-29 IMF says world's third-biggest economy is'stabilizing' But global stock markets fell on Wednesday, adding to worries about the world economic outlook after a report showed US consumer prices unexpectedly fell in July. the IMF's forecast
I have been waiting for this My father taught me that it is possible to get back into a job you loved with a new boss and if you want to get it, start by admitting you had been lazy about applying for the jobs...
U.S. stocks rose further today (Reuters) Major U.S. stock indexes hit another record high in a  continuation of gains last week, a day after the Nasdaq stock index topped the  S&P 500 and Dow.
More arrests in the rape case against ex-Stanford player John Young A former college basketball player charged with raping a woman in her Stanford dormitory was arraigned Monday on rape and false imprisonment charges.
Bush: We Will Go To Jerusalem And Other Parts Of The World MOSCOW (RIA Novosti) #39; The President of the United States, George W. Bush, has made a statement addressing Israeli-Palestinian ties, saying that the two parties must act together in "developing new...
IBM, BofA: $11.2T acquisition likely  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - IBM Corp. and  Bank of America Corp. are "likely" to make a $11.2-billion  combined acquisition, two months after an industry wide review  rejected the deal, CNBC reported with a reference
Vodafone boss: UK not getting a better mobile deal because of us - The European Commission has opened an in-depth inquiry into "unfair practices" by UK operator Vodafone after the company suggested the country's mobile price deal is uncompetitive.
Pimco-Rio plan to buy Banco Rio is "highly probable"
Tempted By TV Aired Pee's 'Piper' TVA's "The Piper" is a new reality TV series starring two New Orleans girls - one on the cusp of college, another still in high school - who want to fly together this July at the national air show.
Dow, Nasdaq rise on upbeat economic data The Dow Jones industrial Average rose 39.71 points, or 0.19 percent, to 12,735.84 at 10:51 a.m. EDT. The Standard & Poor's 500 Index gained 6.03 points, or 0.34 percent, to 1
Two new reports detail the damage done by recent storms. A U.S. team said the damage from recent storms and flooding was $1.4 billion, compared with $1 billion earlier estimates. An insurance company said losses from Hurricanes Katrina and Katrina will surpass $32 billion this year, making it the second-worst
Microsoft cuts its software spend to a 'historic' low The company recorded US$3.8 billion net income, with revenues of US$21.3 billion for the third quarter -- its lowest level in 13 years.
IBM's Network: Internet of Things to Make a Breakthrough IBM Corp. said it built a global cloud-based network connecting the world through the Internet of Things.
"Vincent, Vincent, Vincent" in 'The Nightingale' David Jankovich is\often called the "Vincent" of modern music: he is an American composer whose compositions for the piano include "Vincent" ("invented for\and by\Richard Feynman"), and "The
Tribune Company Names Chairman of Board and CEO New Tribune Co. President/CEO Joseph Giuliana announced today that Robert P. Shapiro has been named Chairman of the Board and the Company's Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Edward A. Hartman, who is retiring as a Tribune Co. board member.  In his new position,
NFL Draft: Picks are like socks, part of the uniform  A year ago, the Indianapolis Colts had three first-round picks after winning the Super Bowl....
Unions to stage nationwide 24-hour general strike on November 9 Hundreds of thousands of workers are planning to walk off the job on...
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Hurricane, tornadoes kill 33 in US and Canada  SACATOGA, N.Y.  (Reuters) - A tropical storm and two strong  tornadoes killed at least 33 people in the United States and Canada  on  Saturday.
Enron's Broadband Services To Be Sold; Discussions Continue With Other Interested Parties Enron has reached an agreement to sell its broadband services to a newly formed company controlled by investors led by S-3 Partners, Enron Corp. executive Zachary McDonald told employees in a companywide memo.
The last time a country had 11 games in\September was the Netherlands during\World War II. But, this time?
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In this video, I talk about 7 questions you need to ask yourself before starting up a new, profitable business. There are 3 parts this video is broken into and I hope you enjoy this. First we get into answering these questions one by one.
World #39;s 10th fastest car unveiled to public in Detroit \ World\;\: 10th fastest car unveiled to public \ Detroit
Ospreys to keep playing at Kingsholm until end of season The Ospreys have reached an agreement with Wasps to continue playing their home matches at Wasps' Adamsgate ground until the end of the season, when they will move into their new stadium,
Bush, Dems, U.N., G8 Discuss Africa WASHINGTON -- U.S. President George
NBS Reports that the US GDP Growth Rate Decreased to an annual rate of \2.8% in the Third Quarter of 2003.
China to Offer More Bailouts, But Not to the West China, the world's growth engine, is set to unveil more stimulus packages to help its sluggish economy - but only to developing countries and not to U.S. and European banks. As a reminder, the IMF is predicting that China's 7.8
US judge rejects appeal of California law keeping people from voting from jail (AFP) A federal judge on Tuesday rejected California's call for a nationwide injunction to keep incarcerated voters from voting in the Nov. 6 election.
More than 500 Dead as Hurricane Hits Caribbean
U.S. oil output gains to 2.29 MMb/d in September Energy Information Administration ( EIA ) data showed supply rose by 2.29 million barrels a day (MMb/d) to 209.0 MMb/d as refiners increased output sharply in September to ease a tight supply situation
The latest sign of trouble: A sudden drop in
The New York Times - September 2002: Some of the News, Opinions, and Disconnects of the Times: The New York Times was accused on Friday of "sexism," "racism," "inhumanism" and a
We’ll miss You But, we don't want to think about it! What will we do without you? It appears that at least one, “Mr. Clean” is calling it quits due to "serious" health reasons. Just as the soap character was preparing to become a series regular,
He Is a Star, and Everyone Knows It  LAS VEGAS -- The first few minutes of his second-round NBA game here last month were a little too much for 7-foot-6 Lithuanian center Dwayne Wade  to handle.
Gains may be more meaningful when it's raining The first report that showed an increase in the number of US jobs in December came as no surprise to experts: It was raining a lot in December.
The Daily Mail and i The Daily Mail says that the UK's 'Biggest News Hack' is finally to be closed down, after revealing 'falsified stories' to police.
This Year #39;s Presidential Debates Will be First Major Test of Al Gore #39;s Resilience
UK: EU Trade Rules Threaten World Cup Winners  AUSTIN, Texas, Sept 5 (AFP) — World Cup winners Portugal may be banned from importing foreign-made kit, along with England, if they fail to comply with EU trade rules.
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Kudzu  KUDZU --  a sticky, ugly vine native to the southeastern United States -- is making the spread of non-native trees and shrubs across the United States a difficult task for the National Park Service as well as the many farmers, foresters, contractors and tree service companies involved in that
U.S. says it will raise steel prices by up to 15 percent U.S. Steel Corp (X.UN) on Friday said it would raise steel prices as demand for the industrial raw material increased and steel production expanded in 2010.
Citi has been ranked by the Financial Times in its annual Global Top 200 list for several years running. What makes it so special that it ranks #42 this year?
The latest on the election campaign
Pics: Kmart to close in New Jersey New Jersey Kmart stores have shuttered for good across the state, more than a year after the struggling retailer filed for bankruptcy.
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Kmart CEO quit Kmart chief executive Terry J. Lundgren resigned after the November election, saying he could not effectively do his job as the #29;s parent in the third-largest retail group. He had lost the confidence of the board of Kmart, Inc.
Picking up new clients: In March, the company hired a public relations firm and will advertise its services in the local publications in the new region, which accounts for 13 percent of its current market.
Canada’s prime minister, in a gesture reminiscent of the Roman emperor who pardoned thousands from a defeated army marching to its death, is set to grant pardons to several dozen draft dodgers in an eleventh-hour effort to salvage the government’s faltering relations with separatist Quebecers.
The top Democrat in the U.S. House introduced legislation Tuesday to allow Congress and presidential appointees to challenge new regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency, which the White House has attacked over the regulation of greenhouse gases.
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The world of mobile apps is changing, and that changes the world, says former Microsoftie Akshay Anand, the new CEO of mobile software upstart Mobify.
What's for dinner? The new menu for WGN-TV "Gone with the Wind" has been on the air in Chicago for more than 30 years. It shows President Roosevelt, Adolph Hitler and the Queen of England at the table where they ate. The only guest absent is the current president, George Bush
New-look 'Django' for Bollywood Akshay Kumar has joined the cast of the Bollywood remake of the spaghetti Western classic “Django Kill! ” Bollywood actress Preity Zinta has also signed on for the movie, which has been called “Django Unch
Iran wants to buy $40 billion more oil to boost fuel   SHAHAB ADHAMI, Reuters  BEIRUT/WASHINGTON DIVISION/BEIRUT (Reuters) - Iranian shipping trade magazine  Daily  Hamshahri  has reported that Iran plans to resume its   oil sales
Is It Safe to Walk Around a Nuclear Power Plant?
No more for 'Olympics', say IOC president LONDON, May 19, 2005 — (AFP) Olympic chief Jacques Rogge today said all future Olympic Games would be branded ''Olympics'' and not ''Summer Games'', saying the term had become too often used for smaller, short-term, events
China's economic growth at 'normal range' Source: Reuters China's economic growth fell into a "slow-growth" in the third quarter, a government department said, as a chill in demand from both consumers and companies in the world's second-largest economy continued.
T. Boone Pickens' $17 million investment fund returns to business as usual after U.S. regulators allowed him to get back into a controversial trading operation he was barred from after 2007, when an undercover U.S. government agent made an illegal trade to embarrass his business. (AP)
NEW CARS IN EUROPE: Volkswagen's plan to develop and sell its own cars in Europe is hitting some snags even before it started. In the first half of this year, the carmaker sold only seven of its cars and vans in the entire new car market.
United Air Flight 8975 United Air pilots have been barred from giving out details of a flight mishap following an investigation into incidents on a Boeing 757. One of the incidents involved an Air France B777 being caught in a crossfire between the Tupolev and a Boeing 777 at John F. Kennedy airport on Sunday
N.C. police search for suspects in deadly shootings
China to Continue to Boost Foreign Trade as Domestic Demand Slows China is speeding up foreign trade to keep in line with the slowing domestic economy, Reuters reports China plans to boost foreign exchange to fund its purchases of raw materials and investment in advanced industries as its economy slows along with falling exports and investment.
I#39;m a #39;t one to go out of my way, but I want to be seen as a man who #39;s going the extra mile for women. What I want to do is make a movie of a woman who was raped and strangled and dumped in a dumpster in
NEW YORK - U.S. stocks rose more than expected as an election-related budget deadlock in Washington prevented a government shutdown, but rising bond yields briefly pushed the benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield above 5%.
E.ON, RWE agree to combine German utility E.ON has agreed terms with RWE, E.ON's parent company, to combine RWE and E.ON's German operations by mid2006, after the two  companies had failed to find common ground under a previous agreement.
China's leaders in Taiwan to discuss ties TAIPEI, Nov. 16. - China's President Hu Jintao will arrive in the Chinese-run island of Taiwan on Sunday and will meet with his Taiwanese counterpart Chen Shui-bian on Tuesday for the first in a series of high-level talks aimed at
China's top 10'sinse'  BEIJING - Chinese authorities launched an investigation into corruption involving top  managers and leaders of 10 top-selling state-owned companies, state television  said on Saturday.
Government brings UDA in from the cold The government yesterday recognised the ceasefire of Northern Ireland #39;s largest loyalist paramilitary group, the Ulster
The first look at 'American Idol' winner Mark #39;s life after a huge boost in record sales "I think it [winning "American Idol"] could be the best thing that ever happened to me," the singer said.
Stocks closed lower in thin market after strong jobs data In the week ahead: Friday, Jan. 23
Fitch: Canada credit rating outlook negative \n The credit rating service said in a notice to its clients yesterday that the outlook for the Canadian rating would be negative given the government s plan to borrow more money to cover the shortfall in this year s budget.
Stocks to watch Wednesday: Dow Jones
S. Korea #39;s Lotte to sell hotel business The government said that Lotte, South Korea's third-biggest conglomerate, has agreed to sell its hotel business, a key part of its hotel and condominium development in the South's main financial district.
The first part of the test is easy For about a week, a little more than a month before the 2008 Republican primary, everyone who would support or oppose John McCain knew who he was. Everyone.
Bush, at a 'breathtaking pace" with business. President George W. Bush talks about his new business initiative at a 'breathtaking pace.'
Rumsfeld Said U.S. Interested in Invading Mexico if Needed Invading Mexico was only one of the options that President George W. Bush considered five months ago.
G-20 Leaders Conclude Successful Meeting in Tokyo Leaders from 20 of the world's major economies concluded a "highly valuable" two-day gathering of their finance ministers and central bank governors in Tokyo on Friday.
US Open Golf: Woods Looks for His Eighth Win at Erin Hills  MELBOURNE, May 1 (Reuters) - A resurgent Tiger Woods is targeting his eighth win in the U.S. Open at Erin Hills on Sunday, when he will be aiming to win his first major title in nearly a year
The U.S. Is #39;Necessary; for Peace, Wants to Bring Stability, Says Bush Secretary: US wants to promote stability and peace throughout the world and will continue to work to prevent terrorism.
How China Will Fight Corruption "We have to improve the way we do things.
Enron's Top Fitting Room: Lays Off 300, Sinking Stock  CHICAGO (VENTUREWIRE) -- Enron Corp.'s (ENE.N: News - Delayed 12 Minutes - Previous \/#!9.0; NASDAQ - $81.00; TS
Aussie golfer Cameron Spence has had the worst first half yet at the US Open.
The number of reported rapes, murders, assaults and thefts reported  by students in Snohomish Public Schools will again be lowered by more than half this year, according to district officials.
DOW Falls to 3-Month Low on Uncertain Stock Market Gains; Oil Backslides US stocks tumbled yesterday, led by a steep 7.8 per cent drop in the Dow industrials that sent the index down to a 3-month low, as investors took out some risky positions ahead of earnings
Jannik Lammers Wins PGA U.S. Open Final  PHILADELPHIA (GMM) - Jannik Lammers came from seven shots back with nine to play to beat Michael Campbell by four shots at the PGA  U.S. Open.
Spain's budget on a knife's edge In a crisis that could lead to a social disaster, Spain's governing\coalition is racing at full throttle to close a yawning budget deficit.
US to start a push for peace in Ireland BERLIN, Sept. 27 (Bloomberg) -- The United States will begin a push for peace in Northern Ireland by sending a non-combat battalion, possibly as many as 1,000 GIs, to help reinforce Irish and British forces, according to people familiar with the
World Leaders Will Share Wealth, Avoid 'Dissolution' at Millennium Summit LONDON (Reuters) - More world leaders will commit to sharing their wealth as the world tries to tackle growing inequality, but some rich countries - especially the United States - will get away with nothing more than declarations at the global...
Global Markets: U.S. Economic Data Forecasts U.S. economic data for August 13 show economic growth was at an annual rate of 1.9%, a rise in consumer spending and industrial production, and an easing in jobless claims.
The new "Stardust" is in Hollywood: Music from Harry Potter star #39;s #39;Stardust.
FERC order could make gas 'deleagorising' - Williams GAS TRANSMISSION  - Washington State officials told a state House committee last week they have been contacted by  Williams to discuss a natural gas pipeline expansion plan that could de-leverage Washington from  the Pacific Northwest market, sources said Monday
Bush Calls on Democrats to Work With Him on Economy President Bush, who is struggling for public support over his handling of the economic troubles still roiling the country, called on Democrats to work with him to fix the economy.
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The State of the State: Gov. Blago jabs foes  HOMEWOOD, Ill. (Reuters) - Republican Illinois Gov. Jesse Ventura, the self-declared "Captain America" of the  Ventura for President Reform Party, on Sunday branded his political  rivals as Democrats, "traitors"
The Right Stuff A new report found one of the right companies to invest in in 2013 has the potential to pay you a fortune.
World Bank Gives Pakistan Aid The World Bank has approved a $230.7 million grant to help Pakistan rebuild its earthquake-devastated buildings, the lender said Friday.
Reebok acquires adidas sneaker label NEWARK, N.J. (MarketWatch) -- Reebok Inc., the second-largest maker of athletic footwear, said on Thursday that it is acquiring adidas Ltd.&#39;s Global Performance unit for about $1 billion and will absorb the
India & #39;#39;Nostrils of the Moon& #39;#39; will be able to blow away all our sins. The\Times of India, Oct. 22\ -- On\Sunday, a moon of the\size of one\hundred\Mum-\and the
U.S. to Open 'Tsunami' Hotline US citizens living in Japan can pick up a free toll-free phone number -- a \$100-million tsunami warning centre -- beginning Thursday to call for help after more destructive waves from last week's natural disaster, officials said on Wednesday. The government started
The Secret Life of George W. Bush: New Leak Reveals Political Ties to His Spouses NEW ORLEANS (AP) - In all his years in public life, George W.  Bush has never been called "a politician who has managed to remain true to the  ideal of self-effacement
What it's like to spend an unforgettable night with John Mellencamp John Mellencamp, an award-winning singer-songwriter, performer and author, takes you to his native Iowa in the video clip, quot;This Land; We Knew,quot; from his new CD, A Decent Ride
US SEC fines online broker for 'fraudulent' Web page The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has settled charges against an online investment-banking firm, WebBrokerUSA.com, for fraudulently advertising to retail investors the trading of various equity and fixed-income securities.
SBA Lifts Pay Cap on Home Improvement Loans NEW YORK (AP) - The Small Business Administration on Thursday waived home-improvement loan guidelines that were in place prior to the federal government takeover of mortgage firms Fannie Mae and  Freddie Mac.
Maternal Diabetes Is on the Rise in U.S. Diabetics account for about 3% of all pregnancies according to the latest figures out today from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The Pentagon is a force-multiplier A huge budget increase: The Obama White House says there will be 10 percent base force cuts between now and next Sept. 30, and then a force structure drawdown of 25,000 troops, or about 0.06 percent of the military's force level, for the remaining 10
No one was injured after a small plane crashed in a field on South Dakota&39;s Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, police said.
(CBS) Kansas City Chiefs star running back Jamaal Charles has been diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, CBSSports.com sources have confirmed -- an extremely rare but serious neurological disease, not a football injury -- and will miss the rest of the season, sources say.
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Poulter targets title glory A PGA Tour rookie card holder has a clear eye on an elusive Tour title.
'The Next Revolution' is not tomorrow. It's right now The American Revolution of 1776--a violent, long, and costly struggle--changed the course of history when it created a new government. A revolution is essentially a rebellion...
New Year #39;s Eve Show at Las Vegas Mirage Features the Beatles (LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL)  Las Vegas Review-Journal  Monday December 31, 2003
Iran seeks probe into US cyberattack NEW YORK: Iran formally requested UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to set up an independent body to uncover US cyberattacks allegedly on its nuclear development program.
A New Breed of Buggies Boasts Performance and Style AUG 24--The new breed of buggy is a combination of comfort and style, made to make people smile, and with features that appeal to many owners.  It's called the Kia Soul, and the car company introduced it at the Chicago Auto
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Injured Rasponi to undergo operation on aorta The Italian skier, who has been sidelined for eight days after tearing a muscle near his hip joint, will have a laparoscopy on Thursday to examine a problem in his abdomen.
Eyes On Politics In Kenya Ahead Of Elections
U.S. May Be Inclined To Take Additional Steps To Address Debt Problems (WSJ) WSJ - In recent weeks, U.S. officials have indicated the administration would like Congress to enact debt-reduction measures that would be taken into effect unless Congress failed to act.
Creditors Seek To Enforce Payroll Deduction Creditors of troubled retailer Linens 'n Things, a division of Linens 'n Things Inc., moved on Friday to force about 500 managers nationwide to pay more than \$2.6 million in additional back wages after the company missed a Sept. 16
New York Jets  D.J. Auguste leads NFL rookies in sacks with 3  SACKS  NEW YORK (AP) - The New York Jets added another layer to  the mystery surrounding Brett Favre in Thursday night's NFC playoff  matchup at New Orleans.
New A-League expansion bid is ‘a good deal’ for Socceroos Football Federation CEO David Gallop says the A-League is close to expansion talks with a consortium of Sydney businessmen.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a complex disease, and the cause of it is unknown. Many doctors and scientists believe one of the problems with rheumatoid arthritis is that it is an auto-immune disease, meaning that the body's immune system turns on itself.
EU countries seek ways To Save Greece EU Foreign and Trade ministers agreed Monday to seek ways to save stricken Greece while avoiding a “moral hazard” that would see other rescue programs fail by protecting it from the ills of its own economy.
A family affair: 3 generations make up the LPGA Tour's most dominant tourney Family ties run deep at the LPGA Tournaments, as both daughters and sons of LPGA Tour players have claimed titles and led the competition at times.
Nail-biting finale ’98 season ends in heart-pounding finish The Boston Celtics went from one of the most promising young teams in the league to one of the most disappointing after a season-ending 98-89 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 7 of the 1998 Eastern Conference finals. The loss ended
This report focuses on four subjects: the need for a global effort in addressing climate change, the importance of education as a lever to reduce poverty, the benefits from collaboration between the public and private sectors, and the need for a new framework
New Study: The Middle Class Could Be Replaced by Technology A new study released Wednesday suggests the majority of American families will be replaced by artificial intelligence technology in the coming generations.
NPA chief executive calls for G-20 meeting The president of the National Postage Analysts Group (NPAG),  who called for a G-20 meeting of leaders to address the  economic crisis, said on Saturday that he would also push for a  special session of the OIC in September for similar purposes
S. Korean ship sinks at sea a rescue operation has been underway since Wednesday after a South Korean freighter carrying a Japanese crew was sunk off Indonesia. A rescue aircraft from Australia is trying to locate six Japanese crew members.
G20 leaders take first steps into #39;new world order#39;: Global political powers are set to agree today that #39;the world is more open to free trade#39; on the margins of a major Group of Twenty (G20) summit in Washington, the United Nations said yesterday.
Citing the high crime rate, police say four people have been killed and several others including a 6-year-old girl critically wounded in a shooting at a park in northwest Philadelphia. Five others, including a 1-year-old boy, are being treated for minor injuries.
The Case Against Allowing The Poor Into College The case against a \$10,000-per-year scholarship to attend American University was not a slamdunk for President Bush the other day. But it was a slamdunk.
Japan and US plan to scrap trade talks A senior Japanese trade official said Tuesday that Japan would end talks with the United States on a bilateral trade deal as soon as the White House formally notified lawmakers that it was withdrawing from the Trans-Pacific Partnership pact, an industry source with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
Fannie's $250 billion fire sale One of the world's largest mortgage finance firms has sold its US operations and filed for bankruptcy protection as it tries to shed assets to cut losses on its risky US-government backed mortgage portfolio.
N.E.R.O. #39;s Kiefer Hits World Record in Track and Field N.E.R.O. #39;s Jesse Kiefer became the second American in as many years to win the javelin gold medal at an Olympic Games Sunday.
Is a return to the UK government by any means a safe bet? I remember a few years ago reading about how Greece's economic problems were likely to lead its people to demand "democratic" changes to the way they are governed.
India: US Bribes Swayed Firms to Make Pollution Controls - (AP) A draft environmental impact assessment by an Indian NGO said that companies involved in planning mines, power plants and similar projects have been "taught to behave" in exchange for government rebates, and said it planned public campaigns on pollution
FBI Seizes 2 Websites In Connection with Computer Hacking The FBI seized two websites Monday that were linked to the recent computer hacking of Web domain, CBSNews.com, in a development that could signal more arrests in the case, federal officials said.
United States v. Lipscomb U.S. attorneys for the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia have filed the third of three federal charges against former lobbyist Jack F. Lipscomb for his involvement in a lobbying scandal on behalf of D.C.-based UnitedHealth Group Inc.
New York state eyes cuts for schools New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday that public school systems will face major cuts due to the state budget deficit, potentially putting more than 250,000 students in the state&#039;s classrooms in coming weeks.
Is Yahoo Search Still the King? I didn't look at Yahoo Search this morning to start off the day since I've been ignoring it for quite a while because it has no place as a search engine for me. Since most of the links I find on the Internet at any given time are from sites indexed by Yahoo,
U.N. Report Slams Iraq, Condemns Violence U.N. weapons inspector Scott Ritter accuses Iraq #39;s government of harboring and sponsoring international terrorism, while its army uses "a campaign of massive, wanton destruction" of Iraqi citizens in an "attempt to terrorize the population
White House in trouble over immigration order White House immigration officials have written an internal memo calling Donald Trump #39;s temporary entry ban for travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries an #39;emergency,#39; according to several sources familiar with the directive.
U.S. Envoy to Afghanistan in 'Deadlock' on Talks  KABUL, Feb 27 - A U.S. envoy has failed to bridge "deadlock" in  power-sharing talks with Afghanistan's main political parties, raising the  prospect of a possible "blackout" because of a
U.S. soccer team wins World Cup in extra OT The U.S. #39;s women team beat Japan as extra time began on soccer #39;s world #39;s Cup title to become its first women #39;s finalist.