Obama Sets More Modest Goals For Afghanistan

President Barack Obama's administration is lowering its sights in Afghanistan. A grim pragmatism has replaced lofty talk of a thriving democracy. The new hope is that U.S. troops can begin to withdraw in five years, leaving the rest of the job to Afghan forces and civilian experts.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:07 pm

Employers slash 598K jobs in Jan., most since `74 (AP)

AP - Recession-battered employers eliminated 598,000 jobs in January, the most since the end of 1974, and catapulted the unemployment rate to 7.6 percent. The grim figures were further proof that the nation's job climate is deteriorating at an alarming clip with no end in sight.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:47 pm

U.S. January job losses worst in 34 years (Reuters)

Reuters - U.S. employers slashed 598,000 jobs in January, the deepest cut in payrolls in 34 years as the national unemployment rate shot up to 7.6 percent, according to a Labor Department report on Friday that underlined a deepening recession.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:47 pm

Unemployment soars as layoffs mount

Employers slashed payrolls by 598,000 in January, the most since the end of 1974, catapulting the unemployment rate to 7.6 percent, government data showed on Friday.
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:42 pm

Obama names advisers to help right the economy (AP)

AP - President Barack Obama is bringing in a team of outside advisers to help steer the economy out of a tailspin, while ridiculing Republicans for clinging to a "losing formula" as the nation plunged to the crisis point.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:42 pm

Scott Pioli and Todd Haley need to take the lead for Chiefs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Scott "Slow Po" Pioli, the new czar of the Chiefs, enjoys the I-got-a-secret game. I hope that Todd Haley's hiring as the Chiefs'...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:40 pm

U.S. January job losses worst in 34 years

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employers slashed 598,000 jobs in January, the deepest cut in payrolls in 34 years as the national unemployment rate shot up to 7.6 percent, according to a Labor Department report on Friday that underlined a deepening recession.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:39 pm

Security meeting focuses on NATO ties to Afghanistan

A key security conference focused on NATO's commitment to Afghanistan opens Friday amid U.S. pressure on Germany and other key ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:39 pm

January job losses near 600,000

The government says employers slashed payrolls by 598,000 in January, the most since the end of 1974, catapulting the unemployment ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:36 pm

Biogen Idec 4Q profit grew 3 pct

NEW YORK - Biogen Idec Inc. says its fourth-quarter profit rose 3 percent on better sales of its multiple sclerosis drugs, and forecast profit for this year that topped analyst...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:32 pm

U.S. Jobless Rate Rises To 7.6 Percent In January

The unemployment rate rose to 7.6 percent in January, the Labor Department reported Friday. Nonfarm payrolls fell by 598,000 last month, showing that the economy continued to be battered as the new year began .

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:31 pm

Mugabe to sign unity deal bill

Zimbabwe's President Mugabe is to sign a constitutional amendment allowing his rival to become prime minister.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:27 pm

UN hails Iraq election results

UN chief Ban Ki-moon pays a surprise visit to Baghdad to congratulate Iraqi voters after local elections.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:25 pm

Possibly tainted peanut butter sent to schools (AP)

AP - The federal government sent potentially contaminated peanut products to schools in three states for a free lunch program in 2007.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:25 pm

Cholera diary

Clean water vital - but Zimbabweans don't like the taste
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:24 pm

UN chief, Maliki discuss lifting Iraq sanctions (AFP)

AFP - UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said in Baghdad Friday that the United Nations is considering scrapping sanctions imposed on Iraq during Saddam Hussein's regime before the 2003 US-led invasion.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:22 pm

SAfrican president: Global crisis hits economy

The global financial crisis is hurting South Africa's economy and the government needs to take steps to reduce job losses, the president said Friday in his first state-of-the-nation address.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:22 pm

Nevada debates plan targeting money-laundering

A plan to allow no-warrant seizures of funds on prepaid debit cards was defended Thursday by Nevada cyber-sleuths as a way to track down terrorists and major drug-dealers, but was criticized by opponents as clearly unconstitutional.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:22 pm

Delphi seeks to end health benefits for retirees

Troubled auto parts supplier Delphi Corp. has asked a bankruptcy judge to allow it to cancel health care and life insurance benefits for current and future salaried retirees, citing the steep downturn in the overall auto industry in recent months.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:21 pm

Obama Urges Passage Of Stimulus - U.S. News & World Report

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Madoff investors list made public - Bizjournals.com

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Justice Ginsburg, liberal stalwart, is treated for cancer - Hartford Courant

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Far-right rise crimps Netanyahu before Israel vote (Reuters)

Reuters - Benjamin Netanyahu will go into Tuesday's Israeli election with centrist Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni breathing down his neck and a far-right party siphoning votes from him, according to final opinion polls on Friday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:16 pm

Far-right rise crimps Netanyahu before Israel vote

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu will go into Tuesday's Israeli election with centrist Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni breathing down his neck and a far-right party siphoning votes from him, according to final opinion polls on Friday.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:16 pm

Woman pleads not guilty to stealing $1.2M

SALEM - A Lynn woman charged with stealing more than $1.2 million from her employer to finance her lavish lifestyle has pleaded not guilty. The Salem News reports that...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:15 pm

Toyota warns of $5 billion fiscal year operating loss - MarketWatch

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Biogen Idec 4Q profit grew 3 pct

Biogen Idec Inc. says its fourth-quarter profit rose 3 percent on better sales of its multiple sclerosis drugs, and forecast profit for this year that topped analyst estimates.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:10 pm

We Are Becoming A New Species, We Are Becoming Homo Evolutis

At TED 2009, Juan Enriquez talked about the new human species emerging before our eyes. Thanks to an array of biological advances and our growing aptitude in robotics, we now find ourselves in the early days of the deliberate creation of what he called a new species.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:10 pm

Stop whining Boston

Does Mayor Menino want some cheese to go with his whine? Almost every community across the Commonwealth is facing some hard financial decisions during this economic downturn....
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

Hero pilot recalls remarkable landing - United Press International

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Protesters', whalers' ships collide in Antarctic

SYDNEY (AP) -- Japanese whalers and radical anti-whaling activists trying to stop the hunters from pulling one of their kills out of the Antarctic Ocean collided Friday in an incident Tokyo condemned as "appalling and unforgivable." No one was injured....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:06 pm

French unions criticize Sarkozy's reform plans

French unions and leftist politicians on Friday lambasted President Nicolas Sarkozy's latest proposals to fight the deepening economic crisis, calling his ideas tepid and hesitant.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:05 pm

Octuplet mom: I wanted a huge family

In an exclusive interview, Nadya Suleman defended her “unconventional” parenting choices to NBC's Ann Curry and said that she is holding each of her eight new babies for 45 minutes every day.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

HRT Increases Risk Of Breast Cancer In Some Women - I Really Should Study

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Toyota heads for worst loss since '50

Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, sank into the red for the October-December quarter and acknowledged Friday it was heading for its first annual net loss since 1950.
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:02 pm

Warning over UK 'surveillance state'

Electronic surveillance and collection of personal data has become "pervasive" in society, British peers warn.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:02 pm

Octuplets backlash: Are we just jealous?

It didn’t take long for the story of the California octuplets to get ugly.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:00 pm

Review: 'Coraline' is glorious and deep - CNN

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Pakistan: Riots erupt after Shiite mosque bombing

DERA GHAZI KHAN, Pakistan (AP) -- Hundreds of Shiite Muslims angered over a bloody suicide attack outside a mosque burned a police station in central Pakistan on Friday, police and witnesses said....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:58 pm

Icahn Nominates Biogen Directors in Fresh Battle for Control - Bloomberg

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Phelps is suspended and loses a key sponsor - International Herald Tribune

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Pakistan's Disgraced Nuke Scientist Freed From House Arrest

A.Q. Khan says he can finally 'move around' after years of house arrest.
Source: ABC News: International | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:51 pm

Senator: Talk Radio Hearings Could Be On The Way

Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) told nationally syndicated talk host Bill Press this morning that the recent flips of liberal Talk stations in several markets were a "disservice to the public."...Stabenow told Press that the airwaves are "dominated by one view" that "overwhelms people's opinions -- and, unfortunately, incorrectly,"

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:50 pm

Pakistan court says nuke scientist is free citizen

ISLAMABAD (AP) -- A Pakistan court declared disgraced nuclear scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan a "free citizen" Friday after years of de facto house arrest because of his alleged role in leaking atomic weapons technology to countries including Iran, North Korea and Libya....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:48 pm

Julius Baer confirms “trading incident”

Shares plunge 40 per cent as details of letter alleging irregularities surface

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:47 pm

Jobless rate surges to 7.2%

Canada loses 129,000 jobs in January as unemployment climbs well beyond December's 6.6%

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:47 pm

UN chief Ban meets Iraqi PM Maliki - AFP

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Kyrgyzstan says U.S. air base decision is final

BISHKEK (Reuters) - Kyrgyzstan said on Friday its decision to shut a U.S. air base was final, dealing a blow to Washington's efforts to retain what has been an important staging post for U.S. forces fighting in Afghanistan.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:45 pm

Obama pushes stimulus as moderates seek cuts

President Barack Obama is naming a team of outside advisers to help him steer the nation's economy out of a tailspin while urgently trying to rally support for his financial recovery plan.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:43 pm

Furlough Fridays begin for Calif. state workers (AP)

AP - More than 200,000 state government employees were expected to stay home without pay Friday as California began its first-ever furlough, a move intended to save money during an ongoing fiscal crisis.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:40 pm

Beckham eager to stay with Milan

David Beckham has confirmed he wants to secure a permanent move to AC Milan from his American club LA Galaxy.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:40 pm

2 Afghans face death over translation of Quran

KABUL (AP) -- No one knows who brought the book to the mosque, or at least no one dares say. The pocket-size translation of the Quran has already landed six men in prison in Afghanistan and left two of them begging judges to spare their lives. They're accused of modifying the Quran and their fate could be decided Sunday in court....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:39 pm

'Miracle on Hudson' II? Pilot's Sea Landing

Pilot ditches plane in Darwin Harbour after power glitch; all 6 on board safe.
Source: ABC News: International | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:39 pm

2 Afghans face death over translation of Quran (AP)

AP - No one knows who brought the book to the mosque, or at least no one dares say. The pocket-size translation of the Quran has already landed six men in prison in Afghanistan and left two of them begging judges to spare their lives. They're accused of modifying the Quran and their fate could be decided Sunday in court.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:39 pm

Russia to allow transit of U.S. military supplies

Russia said Friday that it will start allowing U.S. military supplies for Afghanistan to cross its territory, while Kyrgyzstan ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:39 pm

Some TV stations to end analog signal on Feb. 17 (AP)

AP - Television viewers who use antennas and were expecting a few more months to prepare for digital TV may not have much time left before their sets go dark: Many stations still plan to drop analog broadcasts in less than two weeks.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:38 pm

Val Kilmer ponders run for NM governor in 2010 (AP)

AP - Fresh from the inauguration, actor Val Kilmer is pondering running for governor of New Mexico in 2010, when Democrat Bill Richardson's second term ends.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:38 pm

French president Nicholas Sarkozy vows not to repeat Gordon Brown's mistakes

French president sparks a crossChannel diplomatic row as he pledges not to repeat Gordon Brown's mistakes over recession.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:36 pm

Octuplets mom once feared she could not give birth

Nadya Suleman once feared she could never give birth. She was depressed after enduring multiple failed pregnancies and the ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:36 pm

Democrats aim to pass rescue package Friday

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Democratic-led U.S. Senate will again try on Friday to pass a $937 billion economic stimulus package even as moderate lawmakers sought to broker a deal to trim proposed spending some criticized as too much.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:33 pm

Obama to meet with families of 9/11, Cole victims

President Obama was spending time with families of 9/11 victims and the 17 sailors killed in the bombing of the USS Cole after ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:32 pm

Downturn good time for couples to talk money

She cuts coupons and worries about retirement. He's dreaming of flat screen TVs.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:32 pm

Visiting UN chief praises Iraqi progress

BAGHDAD (AP) -- The U.N. secretary-general said Friday that provincial elections were an important step toward full democracy but told Iraqis they still have work to do before they can enjoy "genuine freedom and security and prosperity."...
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:27 pm

Pakistan nuclear scientist 'free'

Disgraced Pakistani scientist AQ Khan is freed from house arrest and says he does not care what the US thinks.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:24 pm

Sri Lanka promises it will not endanger civilians

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) -- Sri Lanka's president promised to safeguard civilians caught in the war between government and Tamil rebel forces as the U.N. warned Friday that the entire conflict zone is facing a massive food crisis....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:23 pm

Judge ends Zimbabwean opposition treason case

HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) -- A judge ended the treason trial of a top opposition leader Friday, an indication that President Robert Mugabe's party wants a proposed coalition government to work....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:17 pm

Obama names advisers to help right the economy

President Obama is naming a team of outside advisers to help him steer the nation's economy out of a tailspin while trying to ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:17 pm

Russia allows transit of US military supplies

MOSCOW (AP) -- Russia said Friday that it will start allowing U.S. military supplies for Afghanistan to cross its territory, while Kyrgyzstan said it will not reverse its decision to close a key U.S. air base....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:15 pm

Jacksonville police kill 2 suspects

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Jacksonville police say officers shot and killed two suspects in unrelated investigations. The sheriff's office says a man attempted to rob two...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:14 pm

Australian pilot lands his plane in Darwin harbour

The pilot of a light aircraft is forced to land in Darwin harbour after engine trouble in northern Australia.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:12 pm

When sugar dust ignites: questions shadow Georgia blast

SAVANNAH, Ga. - A year after he escaped badly burned from a huge blast at the nation's second-largest sugar refinery, Jamie Butler still needs physical therapy once a...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:11 pm

Arms ship set to leave for Kenya

A Ukrainian ship freed by Somali pirates is preparing to leave Somali waters to deliver its arms shipment to Kenya.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:10 pm

Temasek CEO quits after rocky ride

Singapore prime minister's wife will be succeeded by former BHP CEO at sovereign wealth fund

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:09 pm

Kyrgyz closure of US base 'final'

Kyrgyzstan says its will not reverse a decision to close a US base vital to US and Nato forces in Afghanistan.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:03 pm

Toyota losses mounting, U.S. parts firms seek aid

TOKYO/PARIS (Reuters) - Toyota, the world's top carmaker, said its losses were ballooning as world car sales slid while truckmaker Volvo swung to a fourth quarter loss and Italy readied aid for the ailing industry.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:00 pm

Duffy won't apologize to Danny Williams

New Conservative Senator withdraws parts of controversial comments, though.

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:00 pm

British Airways books 9-mth loss of 127 mln pounds

British Airways said Friday it swung to a net loss of 127 million pounds ($186 million) for the nine months ending Dec. 31, as fewer passengers boarded its planes amid the economic crisis and fuel costs soared.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:58 am

Sarkozy defends plans for economy

French President Nicolas Sarkozy defends his plans to revive the economy, saying state aid for banks has cost nothing.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:53 am

2 face death over Quran translation

A pocket-size translation of the Quran has landed six men in prison in Afghanistan and left two of them begging judges to spare their lives.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:53 am

Meredith Kercher trial: Raffaele Sollecito makes emotional declaration

Amanda Knox's coaccused Raffaele Sollecito declared his innocence as the trial for murder of Meredith Kercher finally got underway.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:52 am

Hudson man dies in northern N.H. snowmobile crash

PITTSBURG, N.H. - A Massachusetts snowmobiler has been killed in a crash in northern New Hampshire. Fish and Game says 61-year-old Allan Worrall of Hudson, Mass., ran off...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:52 am

Kyrgyzstan: U.S. base closure is final

Kyrgyzstan said Friday its decision to shut a U.S. air base was final, dealing a blow to Washington's efforts to retain what has been a major staging post for U.S. forces fighting in Afghanistan.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:51 am

Reality show takes viewers into lives of 'Jockeys'

Move over, Heidi Klum and Paris Hilton. Some of the littlest guys in sports are joining you on reality television.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:48 am

US watchdog attacks bail-out plan

The US treasury paid $78bn too much during its rescue of financial institutions last year, says a Congressional watchdog.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:47 am

Materazzi wins libel damages over Zidane head-butt

Italian defender Marco Materazzi has won libel damages from a British tabloid over reports that he called Zinedine Zidane "the son of a terrorist whore" before the Frenchman head-butted him in the 2006 World Cup final.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:42 am

Why you will upgrade to OS X Snow Leopard

Despite its lack of major end-user features, Snow Leopard could be the biggest OS X update ever thanks to one killer feature - speed and performance that will take everyday computing to the next level.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:40 am

Toyota losses mount; Italy readies auto aid

Toyota triples full-year loss forecast; Moody's downgrades automaker for first time in a decade

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:39 am

Pakistan court says nuke scientist is free citizen

A Pakistan court declared disgraced nuclear scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan a "free citizen" Friday after years of de facto house arrest because of his alleged role in leaking atomic weapons technology to countries including Iran, North Korea and Libya.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:37 am

Val Kilmer ponders running for governor

Fresh from the inauguration, actor Val Kilmer is pondering running for governor in 2010, when Democrat Bill Richardson's second term ends.
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:36 am

Boston Catholic appeal raises $15.1M

BRAINTREE - The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston's flagship fundraiser brought in $15.1 million last year, a 3 percent increase over the previous year. Cardinal...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:31 am

Teen Stabbed But Makes It To Job Interview

A 16-year-old Toronto student showed some real grit Wednesday and really impressed some potential employers, says The Canadian Press. Despite being stabbed in the leg he showed up for a job interview instead of going to the hospital.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:30 am

Bizarre Russian Anti-Coca-Cola Calendar (PICS)

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:30 am

Cowboys' circus rolls on without Dan Reeves

Now that Dan Reeves has vacated Valley Ranch before the paint was dry on his parking space, leaving another national punch line in his wake, we're left to ponder why...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:27 am

Justice Ginsburg Treated For Pancreatic Cancer

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was hospitalized on Thursday and treated for pancreatic cancer. Ginsburg, 75, has told friends she intends to be back on the bench when the court reconvenes Feb. 23. Nevertheless, there's speculation about whom President Obama would chose to replace her should she step down.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:27 am

Red Tape: Cash4Gold tried to 'bribe' me, blogger says

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:24 am

Bush overpaid banks in bailout

Congressional watchdog says overpayments amount to a taxpayer-financed $78-billion subsidy

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:24 am

17 finalists selected for Cousy Award

SPRINGFIELD - Darren Collison, who led UCLA to the last three Final Fours, and Stephen Curry, who led Davidson to its NCAA tournament run last season, were among the 17 finalists...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:23 am

Acid dumped in city's water supply [WTF]

Thousands of residents of a western Ohio community were told to stop drinking tap water after workers at a chemical treatment plant accidentally added toxic hydrochloric acid to the water supply. Water department superintendent Kirk Baker says a water supplier inadvertently gave plant workers hydrochloric acid instead of fluoride.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:20 am

First Testimony in Amanda Knox Trial

First witnesses to testify at trial of US student accused of killing roommate.
Source: ABC News: International | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:16 am

First testimony heard in trial of US student

PERUGIA, Italy (AP) -- An Italian student on trial for the murder of a British woman in Italy told a court Friday that he is the victim of a judicial error....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:15 am

Amanda Knox trial for Meredith Kercher's death to begin

The murder trial of American student Amanda Knox and her Italian former boyfriend accused of killing Briton Meredith Kercher begins in earnest today when the first witnesses give evidence to a court in Italy.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:10 am

Friend: Slain pregnant tourist was fearless

A pregnant tourist who was abducted and killed while jogging in Puerto Rico was a fearless explorer of the islands she visited during work trips with her yacht-captain fiance, a friend said.

Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am

Rep. Artur Davis To Run For Alabama Governor

Democratic Congressman Artur Davis of Alabama launches a campaign Friday to seek the governorship in 2010. If he wins, Davis would be the first African-American to hold the seat in Alabama's history. Davis, a Harvard-educated moderate, has a reputation for appealing to black and white voters but many political experts doubt he could win a statewide race.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am

Democrats, Republicans Work To Trim Stimulus

The Senate's Democratic leaders will try again Friday to garner enough support to pass the gigantic economic stimulus package that President Obama's requested. The price tag on the Senate's version of that plan has swelled to $937 billion. But a group of moderate Democrats and Republicans is working to pare that figure.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am

High School Football Player BJ Greening

Highlights from his Senior year at Calvert High School in Calvert County Maryland. I just signed a letter of intent for Towson University on a full scholarship to play football.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:50 am

Furloughs begin for Calif. state workers

More than 200,000 state government employees were expected to stay home without pay Friday as California began its first-ever ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:48 am

Kyrgyzstan says decision to close U.S. base is final

Kyrgyzstan will not reverse its decision to close a U.S. air base on its territory that is key to American and NATO operations ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:45 am

Canada elicits no Turkish delight in international popularity contest

Canada finishes second only to Germany in a survey of public opinion worldwide; just one detractor – Turkey

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:40 am

Jurists urge U.S. to drop Guantanamo case secrecy

GENEVA (Reuters) - The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) has strongly urged the United States to withdraw its opposition to the release of evidence on the alleged torture of a former British Guantanamo Bay detainee.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:37 am

U.S. pledge leaves Canada exposed

Amended Buy American clause fails to offer blanket exemption Ottawa seeks

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:32 am

Indie Rock’s 5 Most Overused Animal Names

Bands named after animals are nothing new. Some of the greatest bands of all time took their name from the animal kingdom. And The Eagles did too! But recently, indie bands in particular have shown a special sort of fascination with beastly band names. And when it comes time to pick those names, they turn to these five animals more than any others

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:30 am

Mexico seeks extradition of exiled labour leader

Man living in exile in Vancouver charged with misappropriating $55-million from a union fund

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:27 am

Food inspection agency failing to screen effectively for invasive species, A-G says

Canada's crops, forests threatened as high-risk imported foodstuffs go straight to store shelves

Source: The Globe and Mail - Front Page News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:27 am

AIG, Citi deals gave U.S. Treasury least value

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury Department bank bailout program received the least value from its investments in the most troubled surviving institutions -- American International Group and Citigroup, a new report from a watchdog panel showed on Friday.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:22 am

Does This Economy Make Me Look Fat?

If your belly is expanding, there are several indications it could be a result of the recession. From fast food to stress to six packs (brewskies, not abs), an economic downturn can wreak havoc on your bottom line and waistline.
Source: The Daily Beast - Big Fat Story List | 6 Feb 2009 | 10:18 am

Sumo World Hit By Pot Scandal

Ancient sport of sumo is abuzz in Japan over marijuana bust.
Source: ABC News: International | 6 Feb 2009 | 9:46 am

Gordon Jewelers Ad (by Pomplamoose)

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 6 Feb 2009 | 9:20 am

Phelps handed three-month ban by USA Swimming

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Record-setting Olympic champion Michael Phelps has been banned for three months by USA Swimming amid controversy over a photograph published in a British newspaper purportedly showing him smoking marijuana.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 9:18 am

Israel deports activists from detained ship

JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israel deported activists from an aid ship it intercepted in the Mediterranean en route from Lebanon to the Gaza Strip, but allowed blood donations that were on board to enter Gaza on Friday, the Israeli military said....
Source: AP Top International News At 8:05 a... | 6 Feb 2009 | 9:15 am

France's Immigration Minister After Smugglers

Decree allows illegal immigrants to get papers for denouncing their smugglers.
Source: ABC News: International | 6 Feb 2009 | 8:40 am

Appliance rebate program targets rural China

China's rebate policy, called "home appliances go to the countryside," debuted nationwide this week to encourage sales within ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 8:20 am

Snow Britain: list of the latest school closures

The following schools are closed due to the weather in Wales and south west England on Friday February 6.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 8:10 am

Snow Britain: Latest travel disruption

More snow is expected to push into many southern and eastern parts of England including London during the day on Friday February 6.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 8:06 am

Human rights worker Rachel Reid: Ministry of Defence 'put my life at risk'

The human rights worker linked to the arrest of a senior British Army officer accused of leaking sensitive information in Afghanistan said the Ministry of Defence had put her life at risk.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 7:55 am

Snow Britain: more than 200 people rescued from cars after being trapped in Devon

More than 200 people had to be rescued from their cars overnight after they became stranded by heavy snow in Devon.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 7:18 am

US Airways crew: "We're gonna be in the Hudson"

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The crew of a US Airways jetliner disabled by birds that knocked out both its engines over New York calmly told air controllers: "We're gonna be in the Hudson" before splash landing in the river, according to tapes of the account released on Thursday.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 5:59 am

Study: Seeing Red, Blue Affects Outcome Of Tasks

New research shows that the color red makes us more cautious and attentive to details, while blue makes us more creative and receptive to new ideas. The study's lead author says either color can provide an advantage, but only if it's matched to the right kind of task.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 5:55 am

Alaska volcano may be on verge of venting

Anchorage-area residents are preparing for what geologists say could be an imminent eruption. Steam and tremors emanating from ...

Source: USATODAY.com News - Top Stories | 6 Feb 2009 | 5:54 am

Journalism Students Uneasy About Job Prospects

Hit with a recession, many newspapers and other media outlets are announcing additional cutbacks and layoffs. At the University of Missouri at Columbia, one of the nation's top journalism schools, many aspiring young reporters expect to graduate without a job in hand.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 6 Feb 2009 | 5:17 am

BOJ's Shirakawa urges public fund injection to save banks+

(Kyodo) _ Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa expressed concern Friday about commercial banks' capital bases, suggesting the government needs to inject public money into embattled...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

Singapore Tourism

Visitors to Singapore's main coastal beach meditate away from the bustling city early Friday morning, Feb. 6, 2009 in Singapore. Singapore tourism shrank in December for a seventh month, adding to the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:52 am

LEAD: Nakasone to visit S. Korea Feb. 10-11+

(Kyodo) _ (EDS: UPDATING WITH MORE INFO) Foreign Minister Hirofumi Nakasone said Friday he will visit South Korea next Tuesday and Wednesday to meet his counterpart, Yu Myung Hwan, and
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:51 am

Kyrgyzstan says U.S. air base decision is final

BISHKEK (Reuters) - Kyrgyzstan said on Friday its decision to shut a U.S. air base in the Central Asian country was final.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:40 am

Japan welcomes Clinton visit Feb. 16-18, first stop on Asia tour+

(Kyodo) _ Japan on Friday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's decision to visit Japan Feb. 16-18, the first stop on her maiden trip overseas as the top U.S. diplomat. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:37 am

U.S. needs clear mission in Afghanistan: Obama

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama on Thursday expressed concerns about the difficulty of maintaining a focused military mission in Afghanistan as his...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:34 am

A worker in front of the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai

A worker in front of the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai. India has for the first time directly accused Pakistan's powerful military intelligence agency -- the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) -- of involvement...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:24 am

India says Pakistan spy agency behind Mumbai attacks

India has for the first time directly accused Pakistan's powerful military intelligence agency -- the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) -- of involvement in last year's Mumbai attacks. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:24 am

Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg has cancer surgery

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Liberal U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 75, had surgery on Thursday for pancreatic cancer, raising questions about her future and whether President Barack Obama might get his first appointment to the country's highest court.
Source: Reuters: Top News | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:20 am

Dollar remains firm around 91 yen line in mixed Tokyo trading+

(Kyodo) _ The U.S. dollar edged lower but remained firm around the 91 yen line Friday morning in Tokyo as buying on reduced risk aversion was partially offset by Japanese exporters'...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 4:17 am

Japan in 'deep recession' as global crisis hits exports: IMF+

(Kyodo) _ Japan's economy is in a "deep recession" as its export machine has been pummeled by the current global financial crisis, the International Monetary Fund said Thursday. "Japan
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 3:51 am

S. Korea's Ssangyong Motors goes into receivership++

(Kyodo) _ South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor Co. won court approval Friday to go into receivership in a bid to reshape its finances and return to "normal" operations, Yonhap News...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 3:45 am

LEAD: Gov't lists employment step ideas to help regions tackle labor crisis+

TOKYO, Feb. 6 (Kyodo) _ (EDS: UPDATING WITH MORE DETAILS) The government compiled model cases for employment steps Friday so that local municipalities can refer to them and boost their
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 3:33 am

South Korea Ssangyong Motor

Workers of the financially troubled Ssangyong Motor Co. and its Chinese majority shareholder, take part in a rally held against the management's restructuring plan at the automaker's plant in Pyeongtaek,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 3:10 am

Mexico Tom Cruise

U.S. actor Tom Cruise takes pictures with fans during the red carpet premiere of his most recent film "Valkyrie" in Mexico City, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 2:52 am

Judge orders end to last Guantanamo trial

A judge overseeing the US war crimes court at Guantanamo has ordered the end to the last remaining trial at the facility.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 2:34 am

Gitmo Controversy Pitted Bush Vs. Cheney

President Obama has ordered the Guantanamo prison closed - a decision criticized by former Vice President Dick Cheney. But as David Martin reports, there were some in the Bush-Cheney Administration who wanted to do just that.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 6 Feb 2009 | 2:00 am

Uruguay Carnival

Men play traditional candombe drums during "Las Llamadas" carnival parade in Montevideo, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Matilde Campodonico)
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:26 am

Japanese businessman arrested over £1.7bn fraud

A Japanese businessman has been arrested for allegedly defrauding investors out of an estimated Y226 billion £1.73 billion in a getrichquick scheme.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:17 am

APTOPIX Venezuela Anti Semitism

Venezuelans hold up their ID card during an anti-Semitist protest outside a synagogue in Caracas, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. An armed group vandalized Caracas' oldest synagogue on Saturday, shattering religious...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 1:13 am

Venezuela Anti Seminist

Heidy Gordon, 85, left, and her husband Andres Gordon, 88, survivors of Auschwitz concentration camp,attend an anti-Semitist protest outside a synagogue in Caracas, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. An armed group...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:26 am

Turkey Weather

The Maiden Tower is illuminated after the sun set in Istanbul, Turkey, on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Ibrahim Usta)
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 6 Feb 2009 | 12:09 am

Antarctica Japan Whaling

In this photo release by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, Sea Shepherd's ship, the M/Y Steve Irwin collides with the stern of Japanese harpoon whaling ship, the Yushin Maru No. 2 while factory ship the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 5 Feb 2009 | 11:23 pm

Somali Pirates Free Tank Carrying Ship

Ukrainian president says ship held by Somali pirates freed
Source: ABC News: International | 5 Feb 2009 | 11:16 pm

Senators Will Try Again Friday To Pass Stimulus

Senators resume work Friday, plodding through votes on amendments offered to the nearly $1 trillion plan. Democratic leaders say they have enough votes to pass the plan, but a bipartisan group of senators still hopes to trim it down.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 5 Feb 2009 | 11:11 pm

APTOPIX Mexico Santo

Mexican wrestler Hijo del Santo receives communion during a Mass honoring the 25th anniversary of his father's death, the legendary wrestler El Santo, at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Mexico City, Thursday,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 5 Feb 2009 | 11:10 pm

China declares emergency in drought-struck regions

BEIJING - China has declared an emergency in eight provinces suffering a serious drought that has left nearly 4 million people without proper drinking water and is threatening millions of acres of crops. The Office of State Flood...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 11:04 pm

Treasure: Somali Pirates Snag $3.2M Ransom

Somali pirates freed an arms-laden ship after a 4 1/2-month standoff, speeding off in small boats with a $3.2 million ransom. The U.S. Navy stood by helplessly, unable to accost the pirates because they still hold nearly 150 other seamen hostage.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 10:30 pm

World Soon To Learn More About Octuplets' Mom

Nadya Suleman, the 33-year-old Southern California woman who gave birth to octuplets last week, left the hospital before dawn Thursday, avoiding reporters and photographers. But she gave an interview — yet to air — to Ann Curry of NBC's Today show.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 5 Feb 2009 | 9:43 pm

Auto Suppliers Latest To Seek Federal Bailout

Auto parts suppliers are following the lead of Detroit's Big Three automakers and seeking billions of dollars in federal loans. The request, made this week to the Treasury Department, is a sign of how broadly the recession has infected the nation's automotive industry.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 5 Feb 2009 | 9:39 pm

Iraqi Prime Minister Big Winner in Election

Election commission figures show strong showing for Iraqi prime minister's bloc.
Source: ABC News: International | 5 Feb 2009 | 9:01 pm

UN seeks Bhutto killers

A United Nations investigation into the killing of former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto will eventually bring her assassins to justice, the Pakistani President and the United Nations Secretary-General said. Bhutto's husband,...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 8:15 pm

David Miliband accused of 'cover up' over torture row

Foreign Secretary blocked publication of secret papers allegedly disclosing how British security services were complicit in torture.
Source: Telegraph Major News | 5 Feb 2009 | 7:59 pm

Star Trek fan robs stores

Colorado police say a man set his phasers to rob when he used a sword modelled after one on the TV show Star Trek to demand money from two grocery stores. The StarTrek.com website says the double-pointed sword used by the Klingons...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 7:15 pm

EU Wants Sharks In The Sea, Not Soup Pots

The European Commission proposed its first-ever shark conservation rules, trying to reverse the decline in sharks in European waters.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 6:30 pm

Iran denies visas for US badminton team

Iran did not issue visas for a United States women's badminton team to compete in the country this month, a move the Obama Administration called "unfortunate" as it seeks to engage Tehran and its people. Iran's Foreign Ministry...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 6:15 pm

Caroline Kennedy accuser found

New York Governor David Paterson's revelation that he is responsible for a campaign staffer who leaked unproven personal accusations about Caroline Kennedy after she withdrew from Senate consideration could lead to a state privacy...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 5:15 pm

31 Arrested in Ontario's Largest Child Porn Bust

Ontario provincial police say they rescued two children and arrested 31 people in what they are calling the largest child pornography investigation in the province's history.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:33 pm

Company Blasted for Recruiting With 'What's Your Sign?'

An Austrian insurance company is under fire for recruiting workers born under certain astrological signs, the Daily Mail reported.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:26 pm

Hamas grabs UN supplies at gunpoint

JERUSALEM - Armed Hamas police broke into a Gaza City warehouse packed with United Nations humanitarian supplies and seized thousands of blankets and food packages. It was a rare public clash between the international agency that...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Gwynne Dyer: Racial Britain sets the benchmark

If you are the head of something called the Equality and Human Rights Commission, your job is to complain about the racism, gender discrimination and general unfairness of the society you live in. So Trevor Phillips, the chairman...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Iconic image in copyright wrangle

On buttons, posters and websites, the image was everywhere during the presidential campaign: a pensive Barack Obama looking upwards, as if to the future, splashed in a Warholesque red, white and blue and underlined with the caption...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Obama adviser says billions more needed

WASHINGTON - A top economic adviser to President Barack Obama said yesterday that the financial wounds at the centre of the economic downturn would require "lots more billions of dollars" to mend. "It's going to cost more money...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Fate of leader a mystery as guerrillas face defeat

COLOMBO - At the height of his power, the Tamil commander ran a shadow state. His guerrilla force, backed by artillery, a Navy and a tiny Air Force, reportedly took in hundreds of millions from donations and smuggling. Now he is...
Source: New Zealand Herald - World | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Iraq Officials: Restaurant Blast Kills 12

A suicide bomber has blown himself up inside a crowded restaurant in a Kurdish city near the Iranian border, killing at least 12 people, Iraqi officials said. The attack occurred as ethnic tensions have been rising following last weekend's elections.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 4:00 pm

Israel Deals With An Image Problem, Again

More than two weeks after halting its Gaza offensive, Israel is still dealing with the international fallout, including a very public spat with the leader of Turkey, a slew of war crimes allegations and broken ties with Venezuela, Bolivia and Qatar.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 3:00 pm

Mexican Soldiers Rescue 8 Kidnapping Victims

The Mexican army says soldiers rescued eight kidnapping victims who were being held at a ranch near the northern border city of Tijuana.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 2:55 pm

Israel Intercepts Lebanese Ship Carrying Aid to Gaza

The Israeli navy intercepted a ship delivering 60 tons of supplies to the Gaza Strip from Lebanon on Thursday in the latest bid to defy Israel's blockade of the militant-held territory.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 2:37 pm

Somali Pirates Free Merchant Ship for $3.2 Million

A merchant ship carrying tanks and weapons held by pirates off the coast of Somalia since September has been freed, Ukraine's president announced Thursday.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 2:35 pm

Israeli Navy Impounds Boat Of Gaza Aid

The Israeli navy has intercepted a ship delivering 60 tons of supplies from Lebanon to the Gaza Strip and said it was towing the vessel into an Israeli port.
Source: World News: CBSNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 2:30 pm

Teen Attempts Suicide to Give Dying Father New Liver

A 13-year-old Chinese girl took 200 sleeping pills in a suicide bid so that her dying father could receive her liver, the Daily Mail reported.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 2:15 pm

4M Without Drinking Water in Drought-Stricken China

China declared an emergency Thursday in eight provinces suffering a serious drought that has left nearly 4 million people without proper drinking water and is threatening millions of acres of crops.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 1:36 pm

Woman Fails Driving Test a Record 771 Times

A woman in South Korea who has taken the written exam required for a driver's license nearly every day since 2005 has failed again — but is hoping attempt No. 772 will be the charm.

Source: FOXNews.com | 5 Feb 2009 | 1:22 pm