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Markets mixed in volatile trade
Most world markets climb on a day of volatility amid persistent worries over the strength of financial institutions. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:49:25 GMT
Race turns bitter as debate looms
The US presidential candidates exchange barbs as they prepare for their second debate in Nashville, Tennessee. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:08:41 GMT
Iran 'forces down foreign plane'
Iran says a foreign plane was forced to land there after straying into its airspace before being released. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:05:40 GMT
Troops confront Bangkok protests
Thai troops are deployed in the capital after police fail for a second time to disperse anti-government protesters. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:41:46 GMT
Hijacked tanks 'for South Sudan'
The BBC sees evidence suggesting a Ukrainian ship held by pirates off Somalia is carrying tanks bound for South Sudan. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:38:45 GMT
Australian jet plunge injures 40
A plane makes an emergency landing in Australia after 40 people are injured following a "sudden change in altitude". Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:52:20 GMT
China makes Nobel prize warning
China says it hopes the 'right person' will win the Nobel Peace Prize, amid reports jailed Chinese dissidents are on the short list. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:47:36 GMT
Euro MPs stick to climate targets
Euro MPs refuse to dilute emissions targets, despite pressure to protect industry in the economic downturn. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:36:30 GMT
Meat 'ups prostate cancer risk'
Eating meat and dairy products may increase the risk of prostate cancer, research suggests. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:16:53 GMT
'Deepest ever' living fish filmed - 7.5km down
The "deepest ever" living fish are discovered 7.5km down, scientists say. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:57:26 GMT  CNN.com
Firefighter fights with husband, vanishes
Margaret Haddican, a volunteer firefighter, Army veteran and mother of three, vanished from her New Jersey home, leaving her 5-month-old daughter alone in her crib. Haddican sometimes walked out on her husband during arguments but never would have left the baby behind, her parents say. Her disappearance reaches the two-year mark this week. CNN.com and Nancy Grace are working together to bring fresh eyes to cold cases.
Fed to buy ton of short-term debt
The Federal Reserve today announced a new program to help the battered market for short-term business loans. The program addresses commercial paper, a form of short-term funding that many businesses use for day-to-day expenses including supplies and payroll. The Fed program follows the approval by Congress last week of the Treasury Department's $700 billion bailout of the financial system.
Polls: Obama gaining in 5 battleground states
Polls in five key battleground states in the race for the White House released Tuesday suggest that Sen. Barack Obama is making major gains.
Campbell Brown: Stop the negative campaigning
By now you've probably heard about how ugly things have gotten out there on the campaign trail in the last 48 hours.
Jobless dad kills family, himself, police say
A man distraught because he could not find work shot and killed his mother-in-law, his wife and three sons and then killed himself inside a home in an upscale Southern California neighborhood, police said. Authorities said the man had an MBA in finance but appeared to have been unemployed for several months. Inside the house, police found three letters apparently written by the suspect.
Thrift stores seeing middle-class shoppers
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Debate No. 2 comes as attacks increase
With just four weeks left until Election Day, Barack Obama and John McCain are preparing to face off in Tuesday night's high-stakes presidential debate. The debate comes amid stepped-up attacks from both sides, setting the stage for a potentially more electrifying exchange than in the first presidential debate.
Police: Mom fatally stabs 2 girls, kills self
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Blasting tops off mountains to get coal
Lorelei Scarboro loves to talk about the wild turkeys and bears living on West Virginia's Coal River Mountain.
Commentary: Candidates, come clean on coal
The Wall Street crisis notwithstanding, coal continues to embroil the presidential campaign into knots unlike any other issue in the swing states of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.  NYT > U.S.
Pain Spreads as Credit Vise Grows Tighter
Lenders have become even less willing to part with their money, further crimping budgets and family spending. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:43:45 GMT
For Rivals, Finance Crisis Is Posing on-the-Fly Tests
The presidential race has turned into an audition for who could best handle a national economic emergency. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:44:12 GMT
Drug Label, Maimed Patient and Test for Court
At issue is whether plaintiffs have the right to sue when the products that hurt them had met federal standards. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:39:18 GMT
After Impasse, New California Budget Agreement
California legislative leaders and the governor have come to an agreement on the state budget, which is now roughly three months late. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:20:47 GMT
California Bans Texting by Operators of Trains
After investigators said an engineer in last week’s collision had been texting on the job, regulators temporarily banned the use of all cellular devices by anyone at the controls of a moving train. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 07:01:46 GMT
Political Memo: Given G.O.P. Predicament, Rangel Opts to Ride Out the Storm
Democrats believe that a long list of Republican lawmakers with legal troubles makes it impossible for Republicans to gain much ground on the issues of ethics and good government. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:09:21 GMT
Panel Proposes Broad Changes in Federal Financial Aid for College
The recommendations included a simpler application, Pell grant maximums linked to the consumer price index and federally financed college savings accounts for children in low-income families. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 07:09:03 GMT
Chicago Unveils Multifaceted Plan to Curb Emissions of Heat-Trapping Gases
The blueprint would change the city’s building codes to promote energy efficiency, and it calls for installing huge solar panels at municipal properties and building alternative fueling stations. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 07:18:44 GMT
Vast Bailout by U.S. Proposed in Bid to Stem Financial Crisis
Treasury and Fed officials were discussing with leaders in Congress a plan for the government to buy up distressed mortgages. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:34:02 GMT
A Bid to Curb Profit Gambit as Banks Fall
A backlash against short sellers has begun, with regulators in the U.S. and Britain tightening rules and authorities in New York intensifying investigations. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 07:53:00 GMT  ABC News: HomePage
After Bailout, AIG Execs Head to California Resort
Rescued by taxpayers, it's party time with $23,000 in spa charges.
Fed to Buy Companies' Unsecured Debt
U.S. stocks stabilize on the Fed's news, helped by Australian key rate cut.
Report: SEC Gave "Preferential Treatment" to Wall Street CEO
Attempts to question Morgan Stanley's CEO "connected" to firing of SEC lawyer.
Five Ways to Save on Your Energy Bill
Slash your energy costs with a few simple steps.
Can John McCain Pull Off October Surprise?
With 27 days to go, anything can happen, even at tonight's debate.
Parents Charged in Faith Healing Case
16-year-old allegedly rejected medical treatment; case highlights faith healing.
Study: Flu Shots for Tots Are Ineffective
Shots do not reduce doctor visits or hospitalizations in recent flu seasons.
Sun, Safaris and Sex Tourism in Kenya
Kenya is becoming a hub of sex tourism but at what cost to the Kenyan people?
Is Janet Jackson Spiraling Out of Control?
The singer cancels concerts amid reports of vertigo and weight gain.
Penguins Flown Home From Brazil
Hundreds of penguins that were mysteriously stranded in Brazil are flown south.
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Nepal appoints 3-year-old as new living goddess
Hindu and Buddhist priests chanted sacred hymns and cascaded flowers and grains of rice over a 3-year-old girl who was appointed a living goddess in Nepal on Tuesday. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:59:45 +0000
Judo black belt Putin shows off moves in DVD
Vladimir Putin is out on video as a judo master. Russian state-controlled media already have shown the powerful prime minister at the wheel of massive racing truck, shirtless on a fishing excursion, and tracking a tiger through the Siberian forest — just a few of the he-man presentations designed to boost his public image. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:20:35 +0000
A-list women celebrate their own in Hollywood
In the year of Sarah Palin and "Sex and the City," perhaps it's no surprise that an event honoring women drew some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:37:20 +0000
Man pleads guilty to fraud for phony asylum claims
A man accused of coaching immigrants on how to make phony asylum claims pleaded guilty to fraud and other charges and agreed to forfeit $1.7 million. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:35:11 +0000
Dangerous spent fuel returned to US
Germany has returned over 20 pounds of highly enriched uranium fuel to the U.S. for safeguarding from terrorists or potential misuse. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:35:21 +0000
Judge: Let Chinese Muslims from Guantanamo into US
A federal judge has ordered the release of a small group of Chinese Muslims from Guantanamo Bay into the United States. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:09:25 +0000
FIA drops Canadian GP from F1 calendar for 2009
The Canadian Grand Prix was dropped from the 2009 calendar on Tuesday, leaving North America without a Formula One race. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:56:36 +0000
Tonight's debate is in McCain's favorite style
Tuesday night's presidential debate offers Republican John McCain one of his last best chances to stop Democrat Barack Obama's recent surge in the race and turn it in his favor. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 07:14:08 +0000
Pfizer continues realigning with 3 new units
Pfizer Inc., continuing its drive to create more focused business units, told employees worldwide Tuesday it is replacing its current geographic divisions with new ones centered on primary care, specialty care and operations in emerging markets. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:17:56 +0000
Germans move millions into state-controlled banks
State-owned savings banks in Germany are reporting a flood of new deposits as people look for security amid the global economic crisis. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:16:10 +0000  The Weather Channel: Your Local Weather Outlook--Emeryville, CA (94608)
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Back at it: Red Sox dump Angels, gear for Rays
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 06:10:28 PDT
Rays clinch spot in ALCS with defeat of White Sox
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 21:15:10 PDT
Burress back from suspension: 'I was fine with it'
An unapologetic Plaxico Burress rejoined the New York Giants on Monday, noting he didn't lose any sleep after the Super Bowl champions suspended him for a game. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 18:18:05 PDT
Eagles' Westbrook suffers broken ribs in return
Brian Westbrook suffered two broken ribs in the Eagles' loss to the Redskins on Sunday. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 17:48:03 PDT
Status of Bills' Edwards uncertain after concussion
Bills quarterback Trent Edwards was described as alert but still experiencing post-concussion symptoms Monday, leaving his status uncertain as the team enters its bye week. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 16:43:49 PDT
AC Milan gets safe draw in UEFA Cup group stage
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USC's Sanchez holds out hope of playing vs. ASU
Doctors found no structural damage to Mark Sanchez's left knee, but the USC quarterback will sit out practice Monday. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 07:07:34 PDT
Cards' Warner ponders retirement after Boldin hit
Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner says that after this season he will take his closest look yet at retiring from the NFL. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 19:33:16 PDT
Canadian Grand Prix nixed from 2009 F1 schedule
The Canadian Grand Prix has been dropped from the 2009 Formula One calendar with the season remaining at 18 races, the sport's governing body said on Tuesday. Tue, 7 Oct 2008 08:01:11 PDT
Packers QB Rodgers expected to play vs. Seattle
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will miss practice time again this week but is expected to play at Seattle next Sunday. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 19:30:42 PDT  Movies Reviews
Review for Beverly Hills Chihuahua - Must Go! - Beverly Hills Chihuahua
Couldn't wait to see this movie! Took my teenager and my sister to see this movie and had a great family time and lots of laughs. I will buy this for my family when it comes out on DVD. Thinking of going to see it a second time. October 06, 2008
Review for Eagle Eye - Go - Great action scences
I really enjoyed this movie although the plot was a little over the top. It did however, have great action scenes and it also helped that the movie moved along at a good pace. I would recommend my friends to go see it. October 06, 2008
Review for Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist - Go - =)
This was a GREAT movie =) The casting choices were perfect! As usual, Michael Cera was a little awkward, but that goes without saying. It was really short though (only an hour and a half!). I almost wished it was a little longer. October 05, 2008  Quotes of the Day
Sir Richard Steele
"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body."
Steven Weinberg
"The effort to understand the universe is one of the very few things that lifts human life a little above the level of farce, and gives it some of the grace of tragedy."
Alfred Hitchcock
"This paperback is very interesting, but I find it will never replace a hardcover book - it makes a very poor doorstop."
Will Rogers
"An ignorant person is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
Sir Francis Bacon
"There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion."
Lucille S. Harper
"The nice thing about egotists is that they don't talk about other people."
Groucho Marx
"It isn't necessary to have relatives in Kansas City in order to be unhappy."
Robert McCloskey
"I know that you believe that you understood what you think I said, but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant."
Paul Valery
"The folly of mistaking a paradox for a discovery, a metaphor for a proof, a torrent of verbiage for a spring of capital truths, and oneself for an oracle, is inborn in us." |
