BP push for Mideast investors may pose problems in U.S.

The company is trying to shore up its balance sheet, but increased investment from the region could trigger reviews in Washington, given the oil company's U.S. subsidiary.

BP's recent attempts to get Middle Eastern investors to help plug the leak in its blown-out balance sheet could cause more problems for the embattled British oil company.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 9:25 pm

2 NATO troops and Afghan police official killed

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:16 am

Abrupt end to German football-fest

The football euphoria that has gripped Germany comes to an abrupt end after a defeat by Spain, writes Tristana Moore in Berlin.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:14 am

Solar plane's night test success

An experimental plane powered by solar cells successfully completes a 26-hour flight and lands safely in Switzerland.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:13 am

Insurance dos and don'ts

Moshe Milevsky discusses insurance with Rob Carrick, including the policies you should have and those you can do without

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:13 am

Norway arrests 3 al Qaeda-linked suspects over plot

OSLO (Reuters) - Norwegian police on Thursday arrested three men linked to al Qaeda on suspicion of planning an attack, and said the suspects had ties to people under investigation in the United States and Britain.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:10 am

Norway arrests 3 al Qaeda-linked suspects over plot (Reuters)

Reuters - Norwegian police on Thursday arrested three men linked to al Qaeda on suspicion of planning an attack, and said the suspects had ties to people under investigation in the United States and Britain.
Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:10 am

The biggest sci-fi blockbusters that still lost money

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, made more than $938 M at the box office yet still lost $167 M, thanks to the magic of what is commonly known as "Hollywood accounting". We thought we'd look at other sci-fi and fantasy favorites that have yet to turn a profit despite raking in gazillions. Do the math yourself...

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:10 am

EU 'should respond to Cuba move'

Spain calls on the EU to soften its position on Cuba after Havana says it will free 52 political detainees.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:07 am

June net stock selling by nonresidents hits 1.5-year high+

(Kyodo) _ Nonresident investors sold more Japanese shares than they bought in June for the second consecutive month, logging the largest net selling amount in one-and-a-half years,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:05 am

Cuba set to free 52 political prisoners (AFP)

AFP - Cuba agreed to free 52 political prisoners beginning Thursday, in a breakthrough church-state deal set to yield the biggest prisoner release since President Raul Castro formally took power in 2008.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:05 am

Arrests in Norway 'al-Qaeda' plot

Norwegian police arrest three men in Oslo on suspicion of plotting attacks.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Golf: The Championship by Lexus 1st-round results+

(Kyodo) _ Leading scores Thursday after the first round of The Championship by Lexus at Otone Country Club (7,044 yards, par 72) in Ibaraki Prefecture (Japanese unless noted): Yui Ueda
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Golf: Ueda, Park share lead at The Championship by Lexus+

(Kyodo) _ Yui Ueda and Park Sung Joon shot 6-under 66s on Thursday to share the lead after the first round of The Championship by Lexus. Ueda made seven birdies and one bogey while...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

The shadowy legacy of BP's former 'Sun King'

As successor Tony Hayward struggles, the career of oil giant’s former CEO has been rehabilitated

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Why Americans get a better deal

The difference between American and Canadian pricing on the same goods can be significant. Find out why

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Baby steps to financial preparation

How to avoid the common mistakes new parents make

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Battle of the soccer brands

While Nike grabbed an early lead with a star-studded ambush commercial, adidas has gained momentum with its domination on the World Cup pitch

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Carles Puyol's goal is his sweetest sendoff for Spain

DURBAN, South Africa - The powerful header that sent Spain into its first World Cup final may be remembered as...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:59 am

French team performs face transplant with eyelids

A French surgeon says he has conducted a full-face transplant including eyelids and tear ducts.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:59 am

French surgical team performs full-face transplant, including eyelids and tear ducts

A French surgeon says he has conducted a full-face transplant including eyelids and tear ducts.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:59 am

Newbie `Glee,' late-night shows add Emmy suspense (AP)

AP - TV newcomers "Modern Family" and "Glee" are poised to bring sizzle to the Emmy nominations, while late-night talk shows could add a dash of conflict.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:56 am

Fresh bombings hit Iraq pilgrims

At least five people are killed by bombs in Baghdad, taking the death toll from three days of attacks on Shia pilgrims to 45.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:53 am

NH homeowners encouraged to conserve water

CONCORD, N.H. - Lower than average rainfall this spring, coupled with the current heat spell has led New Hampshire...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:53 am

State's hospital outpatient care above average

BOSTON - Hospitals in Massachusetts are outperforming hospitals nationwide when it comes to the quality of outpatient...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:52 am

Solar plane completes historic 24-hour flight

An experimental solar-powered plane landed safely Thursday, proving that the aircraft can collect enough energy from the sun during the day to stay aloft all night.

Aircraft - Energy - Solar energy - Solar - Business
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:51 am

No Powerball jackpot winner

ORLANDO, Fla. - None of the tickets sold for the Powerball game Wednesday night matched all six numbers drawn,...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:51 am

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Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:51 am

For Lindsay Lohan, the intense scrutiny is just beginning

LOS ANGELES - A slew of Lindsay Lohan's recent drug tests were clean, but her fingernails definitely are not. The...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:50 am

All the climate change news fit to print?

Something that all governments will have to mull over as they consider their next steps

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:48 am

Water systems pressed by lack of rain, high demand

BOSTON - Local water systems are strained by drier than normal weather and households watering parched lawns. More...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:45 am

Looking to the clouds

If your IT costs are skyrocketing, the solution may lie in cloud computing

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:45 am

Subway Terror Plot Had Global Reach - Wall Street Journal

Reuters

Subway Terror Plot Had Global Reach Wall Street Journal Three suspected al-Qaeda members were arrested in Norway Thursday morning in what officials said was a bombing plot linked to the New York and UK plans. In an indictment unveiled in federal court in Brooklyn Wednesday ... Al-Qaeda operative is charged in NY subway plotWashington Post Al-Qaeda accused in New York plotAljazeera.net Alleged Al Qaeda operatives indicted in New York plotLos Angeles Times RTT News -The Hindu -New York Daily News all 848 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:44 am

World's 1st manned solar-powered night flight lands+

(Kyodo) _ Aviation history was made Thursday with the first successful nighttime flight of an entirely solar-powered aircraft operated by a human pilot. The Solar-Impulse landed at 9...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:44 am

J.M.W. Turner masterwork sold at auction for record priceA

LONDON - A moody depiction of the city of Rome by one of Britain's most famous artists fetched nearly $44.9...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:43 am

S Lanka minister begins UN 'fast'

A Sri Lankan minister goes on hunger strike outside the UN's Colombo office demanding it end a probe into alleged war crimes.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:43 am

Abu Hamza US extradition halted

Europe's Court of Human Rights orders a halt to the extradition of cleric Abu Hamza al-Masri to the US on terror charges.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:40 am

Russian Spy Swap May Be Imminent - New York Times

msnbc.com

Russian Spy Swap May Be Imminent New York Times MOSCOW — The lawyer for an imprisoned Russian scientist, Igor V. Sutyagin, said on Thursday that she expected him to be freed by the end of the day, probably through a prisoner exchange in Britain, but that his departure ... US, Russia could be preparing for exchange of spy ring suspectsLos Angeles Times Swap Deal Expected in Spy CaseWall Street Journal Russian-US Spy Swap May Occur in England Today, Lawyer SaysBusinessWeek The Associated Press -Atlanta Journal Constitution -Vancouver Sun all 1,904 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:40 am

Turner masterwork sold at auction for record price

A moody depiction of the city of Rome by one of Britain's most famous artists fetched nearly 30 million pounds ($44.9 million) at auction when it was bought by a U.S. museum.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:40 am

Turner masterpiece purchased by US museum for nearly $45 million

A moody depiction of the city of Rome by one of Britain's most famous artists fetched nearly 30 million pounds ($44.9 million) at auction when it was bought by a U.S. museum.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:39 am

Portugal ruling revives Vivo bid

The European Court of Justice rules that the Portuguese state's "golden share" in Portugal Telecom is unjustified.
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:39 am

Fake executives

Chinese companies hire Westerners to secure business
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:39 am

EU 'should respond to Cuba move' - BBC News

Kansas City Star

EU 'should respond to Cuba move' BBC News Spain has called on the European Union to soften its position on Cuba in light of Havana's agreement to release 52 political detainees. Its foreign minister said there was now no reason for the EU to maintain its common position. ... Sources: Spain to accept released Cuban prisonersCNN Cuban Government Vows to Release 52 PrisonersNew York Times Church says Cuba to free 52 political prisonersReuters Washington Post -ABC Online -AFP all 842 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:36 am

Iraqi PM pays respects to late top Lebanese cleric

Iraq's prime minister is in Beirut to pay his respects for Lebanon's late top Shiite cleric.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:34 am

Iraqi premier in Beirut to pay respects to late top Shiite cleric Fadlallah

Iraq's prime minister is in Beirut to pay his respects for Lebanon's late top Shiite cleric.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:34 am

Three arrested in Norway al-Qaida bomb plot, officials say

Three suspected al-Qaida members were under arrest Thursday in what Norwegian and U.S. officials said was a bombing plot linked to similar plans in New York and England.



England - New York City - Al-Qaeda - United States - New York
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

CNN fires veteran Mideast editor over Tweet

Octavia Nasr noted passing of Lebanese Shiite cleric by saying he was ‘one of Hezbollah’s giants I respect a lot’

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

Swipe, smile, blow: Pa. has wine vending machines

Swipe your driver's license, look into the camera, blow into the breath sensor and — voila! — you have permission to buy a bottle of wine from a vending machine.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

How Bro Icing Got Out of Hand at Phoenix New Times

I didn't realize how out of hand we were until I began wrapping a bottle of Smirnoff ice to the side mirror of a car with packing tape. It was almost 9 p.m. when I began my evil deed in a gym parking lot -- secure in the knowledge that my target was occupied by his dodge ball game.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am

Reuters, are you kidding me? [PIC]

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am

Mouseless: The Invisible Computer Mouse (w/ vid)

Mouseless is an invisible working computer mouse built by MIT PhD student, Pranav Mistry. The mouse, or lack thereof, is controlled by using your hand with no hardware to control the pointer on your screen

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am

35 Spectacular Yoda Wallpapers [PICS]

Nothing completes your desktop better than our favorite little Jedi Master.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am

Stanford professor to be named to head new Okinawa grad school+

(Kyodo) _ An establishing committee for a science and technology graduate school to be opened in Okinawa Prefecture in 2012 has decided to pick Jonathan Dorfan, a South African-born...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:26 am

China 'firmly opposes' U.S.-S. Korea joint naval drills+

(Kyodo) _ China said Thursday it firmly opposes a scheduled joint naval drill by the United States and South Korea in the Yellow Sea, saying the exercise would undermine the nation's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:22 am

Solar plane lands after completing 26-hour flight

Record feat completes seven years of planning and brings project one step closer to goal of circling globe using only energy from the sun

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:22 am

Climate scientists praise report on hacked email scandal (Reuters)

Reuters - Leading climate scientists on Thursday welcomed a British report that cleared researchers of exaggerating the effects of global warming and said they hoped it would restore faith in the fight against climate change.
Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:21 am

Climate scientists praise report on hacked email scandal

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Leading climate scientists on Thursday welcomed a British report that cleared researchers of exaggerating the effects of global warming and said they hoped it would restore faith in the fight against climate change.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:21 am

Top 10 Celebrity Twitter Meltdowns, Tirades And Tantrums

Don’t let the brevity of microblogging fool you. Twitter provides plenty of room for public displays of bad blood and righteous indignation. After all, character limits can be circumvented and contempt can be condensed.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:20 am

July 7, 2010: Fight for Poker Rights

Please visit http://theppa.org/takeaction and send both letters to your state and federal lawmakers. It takes less than 60 seconds to send them, but you'll be making a strong statement for your right to play poker! Some, like Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller, want to take this right from you. They'll succeed if we don't all fight back.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:20 am

Falling support for Kan's Cabinet temporary phenomenon: Sengoku+

(Kyodo) _ Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshito Sengoku on Thursday defended Prime Minister Naoto Kan over steadily falling public support for his Cabinet, saying he believes it is likely to be
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:18 am

2ND LD: Bankruptcies in 1st half of 2010 mark 1st drop in 5 years+

(Kyodo) _ (EDS: ADDING INFO) The number of corporate bankruptcies in Japan in the first half of 2010 dropped 16.9 percent from the same period last year to 6,790, the first...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:16 am

BP says does not expect to halt oil spill until August

LONDON (Reuters) - BP does not expect to plug its leaking Gulf of Mexico well until August, a spokeswoman for the company told Reuters on Thursday, following press speculation that it could happen earlier.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:15 am

BP says does not expect to halt oil spill until August (Reuters)

Reuters - BP does not expect to plug its leaking Gulf of Mexico well until August, a spokeswoman for the company told Reuters on Thursday, following press speculation that it could happen earlier.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:15 am

2 NATO troops killed in separate Afghan attacks

The international force in Afghanistan says two of its troops have been killed in separate attacks. NATO says an American was killed by an insurgent attack in eastern Afghanistan on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:15 am

Bystanders rescue girl from Cape resort pool

DENNISPORT - A 7-year-old girl was pulled from a resort pool yesterday afternoon and revived by bystanders, according...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:15 am

3 Greenpeace activists disrupt Israel-bound ship

Israel says it has arrested three Greenpeace activists who sneaked onto an Israel-bound coal ship on the high seas to protest the country's plans to build a new coal-fueled power plant.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:14 am

Israel arrests 3 Greenpeace activists who boarded Israel-bound ship carrying coal in protest

Israel says it has arrested three Greenpeace activists who sneaked onto an Israel-bound coal ship on the high seas to protest the country's plans to build a new coal-fueled power plant. ...

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:14 am

Getting personal

Anti-UN feelings over Sri Lankan 'war crimes' probe
Source: BBC News | World | UK Edition | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:13 am

Falmouth water officials suspended

FALMOUTH - The boil water order fiasco last month has landed two Water Department officials in hot water themselves. Falmouth...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:12 am

Infamous 2 Trailer: Cool Details You Might've Missed (vid)

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Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:10 am

Study Suggests Game Reviews Actually Important To Success

Video game reviews are a required pillar of any video gaming website, but it's hard to say what impact the reviews actually have on...well, anything. Does a chorus of praise help sales? Can a series of critical lashings doom an upcoming game? Gaming research firm EEDAR conducted a study to try and understand the impact of professional game reviews.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:10 am

Norway Arrests 3 Allegedly Linked to NYC Plot

Officials say Suspected Al Qaeda Members were Planning Parallel Attacks to NYC Subway, London Bomb Plots
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:08 am

Russian, US spy suspects brace for possible swap

MOSCOW - Special riot police secured the perimeter of Moscow's Lefortovo prison Thursday and a gaggle of TV...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:07 am

Dollar steady in lower 88 yen after climb on eased U.S. growth concerns+

TOKYO, July 8 (Kyodo) _ The U.S. dollar rose to and stayed in the lower 88 yen range in Tokyo on Thursday as market concerns about U.S. economic recovery eased given a rise overnight on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:07 am

3 arrested in Norway in alleged al-Qaeda bomb plot

Officials say terrorist plot linked to similar plans in New York and Britain

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:07 am

Russian, US spy suspects brace for possible swap

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:05 am

Russian, US spy suspects brace for possible swap (AP)

AP - Special riot police secured the perimeter of Moscow's Lefortovo prison Thursday and a gaggle of TV cameras and photographers jostled for the best position as the world braced for what could be largest spy swap since the Cold War.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:05 am

Fresh Iraq bombings hit Shia pilgrims in Baghdad - BBC News

Telegraph.co.uk

Fresh Iraq bombings hit Shia pilgrims in Baghdad BBC News At least five people have been killed by bombs targeting Shia pilgrims in Baghdad, Iraqi officials say. Four people died when a roadside bomb exploded in eastern Baghdad, while a car bomb in southern Baghdad killed at least one more person. ... 12 killed in Baghdad on last day of Shiite holidayThe Associated Press More die in Baghdad as bombers target pilgrimsThe Guardian Suicide bomber kills 33 in BaghdadLos Angeles Times Xinhua -Aljazeera.net -New York Times all 864 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:03 am

Iran opposition leader criticizes Ahmadinejad

Iran's opposition leader has criticized President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad over his dismissal of new U.N. sanctions against Iran, calling such an attitude a "treason to the Iranian nation."
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:02 am

Iran's opposition leader criticizes Ahmadinejad over president's dismissal of UN sanctions

Iran's opposition leader has criticized President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad over his dismissal of new U.N. sanctions against Iran, calling such an attitude a "treason to the Iranian nation." ...

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:02 am

Solar plane lands after completing 24-hour flight

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:01 am

Magnitude-5.4 quake strikes SoCal desert - The Associated Press

msnbc.com

Magnitude-5.4 quake strikes SoCal desert The Associated Press LOS ANGELES — The earthquake that rattled through Southern California with only minor damage and no injuries came as no surprise to seismologists. The 5.4-magnitude earthquake centered 28 miles south of Palm Springs was related to the powerful Easter ... 5.4 earthquake rattles southern CaliforniaAFP 5.4 Magnitude Quake Rattles Southern CaliforniaWall Street Journal 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolts southern CaliforniaCNN The Desert Sun -OregonLive.com -San Diego Union Tribune all 568 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:01 am

APNewsBreak: Agents spoke with Calif kidnap victim (AP)

AP - California parole agents spoke to the woman who was held captive by a convicted rapist for 18 years and bore his two children but never bothered to follow up, according to a report obtained by The Associated Press.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

The Steam Effect

With gaming companies taking every possible measurement to prevent privacy, with such things as DRM forcing you to have an active internet connection, how does Steam get away with it's paid service while profiting.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 8 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Anti-whaling group says activist ban 'a strategy'

An anti-whaling group banned one of its members for carrying a weapon onboard ship as a strategy to help him avoid prison in Japan, and he's free to rejoin its protests, the group's leader said Thursday.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:57 am

Anti-whaling group says activist ban 'a strategy'

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:57 am

Sea Shepherd: Ban on activist was a strategy to help keep him from Japanese prison

An anti-whaling group banned one of its members for carrying a weapon onboard ship as a strategy to help him avoid prison in Japan, and he's free to rejoin its protests, the group's leader said ...

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:57 am

Officials: 3 arrested in Norway al-Qaida bomb plot

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:57 am

Officials: 3 arrested in Norway al-Qaida bomb plot (AP)

AP - Three suspected al-Qaida members were arrested Thursday morning in what Norwegian and U.S. officials said was a terrorist plot linked to similar plans in New York and England.
Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:56 am

Spain bulls gore 2 in scary run, 5 more injured

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:52 am

Magnitude-5.4 quake strikes SoCal desert

The earthquake that rattled through Southern California with only minor damage and no injuries came as no surprise to seismologists.

Southern California - Earthquake - United States - Earth Sciences - Natural Disasters and Hazards
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:52 am

Magnitude-5.4 quake strikes SoCal desert

The earthquake that rattled through Southern California with only minor damage and no injuries came as no surprise to seismologists.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:52 am

Newbie `Glee,' late-night shows add Emmy suspense

TV newcomers "Modern Family" and "Glee" are poised to bring sizzle to the Emmy nominations, while late-night talk shows could add a dash of conflict.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:51 am

2 Gored On Day 2 At Running Of The Bulls

One Man Takes Horn To Throat, Another Sustains Leg Wounds As 4 Others Hospitalized After Taking Tumbles
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:46 am

Russia spy suspects head to court amid possible swap (AFP)

AFP - Ten alleged members of a Russian spy ring will appear in a US court Thursday, as Moscow and Washington are said to be planning a dramatic Cold War-style prisoner swap.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:46 am

Russian, US spy suspects brace for possible swap

Special riot police secured the perimeter of Moscow's Lefortovo prison Thursday and a gaggle of TV cameras and photographers jostled for the best position as the world braced for what could be largest spy swap since the Cold War.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:36 am

Russian, U.S. 'Spies' Brace for Possible Swap

Special riot police secured the perimeter of Moscow's Lefortovo prison Thursday and a gaggle of TV cameras and photographers jostled for the best position as the world braced for what could be largest spy swap since the Cold War.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:36 am

12 killed in Baghdad on last day of Shiite holiday

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:36 am

Kashmir streets under army lockdown to end protest

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:28 am

Army in Srinagar a deterrent: Chidambaram - The Hindu

The Hindu

Army in Srinagar a deterrent: Chidambaram The Hindu The Hindu Home Minister P. Chidambaram said, on Thursday, the army was deployed in Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir as a “deterrent”, with the police and paramilitary forces maintaining the law and order there. File Photo: V. Sudershan Home Minister P. ... Indian govt warns youths over Kashmir protestsAFP Kashmir streets under army lockdown to end protestThe Associated Press Chidambaram on Srinagar: Hope army will not stay longNDTV.com New York Times -BBC News -Los Angeles Times all 1,193 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:23 am

News reports say UK gay priest rejected as nominee for bishopric

A Church of England committee has decided against nominating a gay priest to become a bishop, British news reports said Thursday.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:21 am

Officials: Arrests In Norway Al-Qaida Bomb Plot

Three suspected al-Qaida members were arrested Thursday morning in what Norwegian and U.S. officials said was a terrorist plot linked to similar plans in New York and England. The three men, whose names were not released, had been under surveillance for more than a year.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:19 am

Officials: 3 arrested in Norway al-Qaida bomb plot linked to failed NY, England attacks

Three suspected al-Qaida members were arrested Thursday morning in what Norwegian and U.S. officials said was a terrorist plot linked to similar plans in New York and England.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:14 am

CNN fires veteran editor for Mideast over Tweet

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - CNN has fired a senior editor for Middle East news after she published a Twitter message that said she respected a Lebanese Shi'ite cleric branded a terrorist by the United States, U.S. and British media said on Thursday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:09 am

Sri Lankan minister fasts against UN rights probe

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:08 am

BP plans better outreach to boat owners

BP is working to hire more local boat owners to help contain the Gulf of Mexico oil spill after complaints the company hasn't gotten enough private ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:06 am

Officials: 3 arrested in Norway al-Qaida bomb plot linked to failed NY, England attacks

Three suspected al-Qaida members are under arrest in what Norwegian and U.S. officials say was a bombing plot linked to similar plans in New York and England.

Source: FOXNews.com | 8 Jul 2010 | 2:02 am

Iranian widow faces being stoned to death in days

Human rights groups, government officials and celebrities are appealing to Iran to halt death-by-stoning plans for a convicted adulterer.



Stoning - Iran - Human rights - Adultery - Middle East
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:52 am

INSIDE WASHINGTON: Study often replaces crackdowns (AP)

AP - What to do about the size of too-big-to-fail banks? Order a study. How to hold stockbrokers accountable for their dealings with clients? Another study. How to ensure the reliability of credit rating agencies? Study that, too.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:33 am

U.S. to review Afghan troop surge by end of year: Obama

MILAN (Reuters) - The United States will review its strategy of increasing the number of troops in Afghanistan at the end of this year, President Barack Obama said in an interview with Italy's Corriere della Sera on Thursday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:23 am

Two gored in Pamplona bull run

Two people have been gored and at least four more injured in falls in the second running of the bulls of the famed San Fermin fiesta.Australian Nicholas Ward, 18, and a 20-year-old Spaniard from the northern city of Saragossa,...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:20 am

Repeat of SKorea, US cyberattacks does no damage

Source: AP Top International News At 5:25 a... | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:16 am

Suspect in Los Angeles Grim Sleeper case to be arraigned - CNN

Los Angeles Times

Suspect in Los Angeles Grim Sleeper case to be arraigned CNN (CNN) -- A suspect in the Grim Sleeper serial killer case will be arraigned in court Thursday morning. Later in the day, authorities are expected to divulge more information about the arrest at a news conference. ... Accused LA serial killer said to visit prostitutesThe Associated Press Man arrested in 'Grim Sleeper' killingsBoston Globe How a son's DNA snared his fathermsnbc.com New York Times -BBC News -ABC News all 740 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:06 am

Search suspended for two missing in tour-boat crash - Philadelphia Inquirer

Boston Globe

Search suspended for two missing in tour-boat crash Philadelphia Inquirer By Troy Graham, Susan Snyder, and David O'Reilly Sitting with his 9-year-old daughter and dozens of other tourists in a disabled duck-tour vehicle, bobbing helplessly in the Delaware River, Kevin Grace watched as the hulking barge loomed close, ... Barge hits Philadelphia 'duck boat' carrying 37; 2 people missingWashington Post Probe into Philadelphia boat-barge collision beginsCNN Barge hits tourist boat in the Delaware; 35 rescued, 2 missingPhiladelphia Daily News The Associated Press -New York Daily News -MyFox Philadelphia all 1,049 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:02 am

British climate researchers had high scientific standards, review finds

Scientists in the 'Climategate' affair failed to respond to critics in an open manner, but did not manipulate climate data, panel says.

Climate-change researchers at a British university failed to respond to critics in an open manner but hewed to high standards in their science and did not manipulate their data, according to findings released Wednesday of an independent review of hundreds of hacked e-mails.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

San Jacinto quake was triggered by Baja California temblor

Experts say April's 7.2 quake put more pressure on the San Jacinto fault, triggering the 5.4-magnitude temblor that shook much of Southern California on Wednesday. It rattled nerves but caused no major damage.

The moderate 5.4 magnitude earthquake that rolled through Southern California on Wednesday was probably triggered by the Mexicali temblor that hit Easter Sunday, seismologists said.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Legalization could slash the price of pot 80%

Cost could drop to $38 per ounce if Proposition 19 passes, Rand Corp. researchers say. The tax implications and probable rise in consumption are impossible to predict, study finds.

California's cash crop could become dirt cheap if the state legalizes marijuana.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Nursing home firm hit with $670-million judgment

A Humboldt County jury orders Skilled Healthcare Group to pay damages for understaffing at its 22 assisted-living facilities in California.

Nursing home operator Skilled Healthcare Group Inc. was ordered Tuesday to pay more than $670 million in damages for understaffing at its 22 assisted-living facilities in California.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Barbara Boxer strikes familiar theme and touts value of incumbents

Democrat seeks to fight off challenge from Republican Carly Fiorina by stressing her record in the Senate and says her experience is crucial to helping Californians recover from the weak economy.

As she campaigns for a fourth term in the U.S. Senate, Barbara Boxer faces a dual challenge — fending off the aggressive blows of a well-funded opponent while defusing voters' impatience with the pace of the economic recovery and Democratic programs that have yet to have a direct impact on many voters' lives.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

A MacArthur Park tradition is coming to an f-stop

The park's Polaroid photographers are old-timers, the last of a dying breed. They've been sparring under the palm trees for nearly 40 years — and it's hard for them to admit it might be frame over.

Javier Prado marks his turf with a plastic folding chair.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Blue Shield of California is accused of overcharging for safety-net insurance

A Los Angeles woman says in a lawsuit that the health plan exceeded the state's maximum rates for policies sold to people who have lost their jobs or who have preexisting medical conditions.

A Los Angeles woman sued Blue Shield of California on Wednesday, accusing the nonprofit health plan of overcharging thousands of policyholders who bought safety-net insurance for people who were sick or jobless.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 8 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Appointee will have big role in health care law

The pediatrician and Harvard University professor President Obama appointed Wednesday to run Medicare and Medicaid will play a central role in ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:39 am

Church: Cuba agrees to free 52 political prisoners

Cuba has promised the Roman Catholic Church it will free 52 political prisoners, slashing the number it holds by nearly a third in what would be the communist-run island's largest release of dissidents since Pope John Paul II visited in 1998.



Cuba - Catholic Church - Pope John Paul II - Havana - Caribbean
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:35 am

Russian spy case nearly wrapped, lawyer says

A lawyer for one of 11 alleged Russian spies said the cases could be resolved as early as Thursday, after U.S. and Russian officials met over likely the largest swap in decades.

Russia - Espionage - United States - Federal government of the United States - Government
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:30 am

IMF Raises World Growth Forecast, Risks Increase

Europe's Debt Crisis Has Increased Financial Risk, Governments Need to Rebuild Confidence, Says IMF
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:30 am

Tens of Thousands Evacuate as Rio Grande Floods

Four People Die When an Airplane that Was Inspecting Flooding Crashes
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:30 am

Thailand: British protester to be deported

A Briton involved in bloody anti-government protests was freed Thursday by a Thai court after pleading guilty to all charges and will be deported within the next few days.The court convicted Jeff Savage, 48, of violating an emergency...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 8 Jul 2010 | 12:14 am

Thailand Politics Briton

British Jeff Savage, center, shows a victory sign at the Pathumwan Municipal Court, in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, July 8, 2010. Savage involved in Bangkok's recent anti-government protests has been...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:40 pm

Barge hits tourist duck boat in Philly; 2 missing

An amphibious sightseeing boat that stalled in the Delaware River was knocked over by an oncoming barge Wednesday, spilling 37 people overboard and leaving two passengers unaccounted for after a frantic rescue effort.

Philadelphia - Delaware River - Coast guard - Health - United States
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:17 pm

Gillard slams flip-flopping opposition

Despite ruling out any kind of carbon price before 2012, Julia Gillard says she's still the safest bet for the planet.The prime minister says the opposition leader believes climate change is "absolute crap"."My understanding...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:17 pm

Obama administration set for drill ban legal fight

The Obama administration heads to court on Thursday with a single goal -- to reinstate a six-month moratorium on deepwater oil drilling imposed in response to the BP Plc oil spill but blocked by a federal judge.



Obama administration - BP - Oil spill - United States - Oil well
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:08 pm

Moratinos said Castro assured him "family members may accompany" the prisoners

Handout picture released by the Cuban government shows Cuban President Raul Castro (R) meeting with Spain's Foreign Minister Miguel Angel Moratinos in Havana. Moratinos said his country is willing to take...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:02 pm

A selection committee, which included Rowan Williams, rejected calls for John's ordination

The head of the Anglican church, Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams. An openly gay cleric has been blocked from becoming a Church of England bishop, amid fears the controversial ordination could have...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:27 pm

Tens of thousands flee as Rio Grande floods

A border city mayor and five others died Wednesday when an airplane crashed as they inspected flooding that has forced tens of thousands of evacuations near the Mexico-U.S. border.

Rio Grande - Mexico – United States border - Flood - Mexico - United States
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:09 pm

Europe moves to rein in bankers' pay - Boston Globe

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Europe moves to rein in bankers' pay Boston Globe The European Parliament yesterday approved one of the world's strictest crackdowns on exorbitant bank pay. The action comes as the Federal Reserve accuses US banks of not moving fast enough to change compensation practices that stoke excessive ... Cap on Bank Bonuses Clears Hurdle in EuropeNew York Times (blog) MEPs approve bank bonuses limitBBC News New bonus rules for British banksEconomic Times NTDTV -BusinessWeek -Wall Street Journal all 692 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:02 pm

Feds: N.Y. Subway Bomb Plot Included UK Targets

Last fall's plot to detonate homemade explosives on New York City subways was part of a plan that included bombing targets in Manchester, England, as well, according to an indictment unsealed Wednesday. And U.S. authorities say senior al-Qaida leadership took part in the planning.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

As Midterms Near, Obama Hits The Campaign Trail

White House officials say the president will campaign across the country for Democrats on November's ballot. Republicans, noting that less than half the country approves of the job he's doing, say they would like nothing more than for Obama to spend lots of time in the campaign spotlight.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

Weathering Emotional Storms Over Gulf Oil Spill

The spill in the Gulf of Mexico has caused a lot of visible damage, and now signs of the mental toll have also started to show. Thousands are seeking counseling from professional clinics and neighbors alike.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:00 pm

Annual Job Review Is 'Total Baloney,' Expert Says

Employee performance reviews should be eliminated, according to Samuel Culbert: "First, they're dishonest and fraudulent. And second, they're just plain bad management." The UCLA business professor has written a new book expanding on that view.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:00 pm

Oakland Waits For Verdict In BART Shooting Trial

Jury deliberations are underway in the trial of a former Bay Area Rapid Transit officer, who's accused of fatally shooting an unarmed man on a train platform in Oakland, Calif. The case of the white officer and the black victim has sparked racial tensions. The trial was moved to Los Angeles.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:00 pm

Behind Bars, Russian Tycoon Makes Bid For Freedom

Former oil magnate Mikhail Khodorkovsky was once one of the world's richest men. But observers say he crossed Russian leader Vladimir Putin, landing him in jail. Now, facing more prison time, he's capturing attention from inside prison in a way he never did as a free man.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:00 pm

Some doctors join Facebook, Twitter; others wary

In the medical field, concerns over time, patient privacy and legal protection have deterred many from embracing online social media.

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 9:54 pm

Tropical depression forms in Mexico's Gulf

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - A tropical depression formed in the Gulf of Mexico late on Wednesday and was set to slam into the Gulf Coast near the Texas-Mexico border on Thursday, a region still recovering from Hurricane Alex, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said in a report.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 9:39 pm

The human genome: Big advances, many questions

Ten years after the completion of the first draft of the human genome, doctors-to-be are grappling with the challenges of genomic medicine.

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 9:37 pm

Kiwi kayaker helps refloat rescuer's craft

An Auckland kayaker who called for help in the wilds of the Canadian Arctic says he was picked up by a tourist boat - which he then had to help push off a sandbar.Reuben Elers told NZPA that he flew over 2000km north from Edmonton...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:49 pm

2 Missing As Barge Hits Philadelphia Tour Boat

The amphibious "duck boat," carrying at least 37 people, had gone into the water just after 2:30 p.m. and suffered a mechanical problem and a small fire, officials said. It was struck about 10 minutes later, capsized and sank.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:35 pm

Missing Aussie kayaker found dead in US river

A fisherman in California has discovered the body of experienced Australian kayaker Leon Wescombe who went missing last month while attempting to negotiate what US authorities described as "treacherous" rapids.Wescombe, 29, from...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:34 pm

CORRECTION Thailand Sex Arrest

In this photo taken Monday, July 5, 2010, Thai police officer presents the arrest warrant to Russian pianist and conductor Mikhail Vasillievich Pletnev, at his residence in Pattaya, Thailand. Pletnev has...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:25 pm

Cuban opposition activist Guillermo Farinas at his home in March 2010

Cuban opposition activist Guillermo Farinas lies on a couch at his home in Santa Clara, Cuba in March 2010. Cuba has agreed to release 52 political prisoners, including five dissidents to be freed within...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:17 pm

Moratinos (R) meets with Cardinal Jaime Ortega

Spain's Foreign Minister Miguel Angel Moratinos (R) and Havana's Cardinal Jaime Ortega meet July 6 in Havana. The Cuban government has agreed to release 52 political prisoners, five to be freed today and...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:17 pm

Damage caused by the overflowing Santa Catarina river is seen in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico

Damage caused by the overflowing Santa Catarina river is seen in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico. Authorities have now evacuated some 22,000 people from the town of Anahuac, in Nuevo Leon, over fears...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:04 pm

The Santa Catarina river breaks its banks during heavy rains in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico

The Santa Catarina river breaks its banks during heavy rains in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico. Torrential rain has pounded the north of the country triggering floods that closed a US-Mexico border...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:04 pm

5.4 earthquake jolts Southern California, causing mostly minor damage

A 5.4 earthquake rattled a large portion of California on Wednesday afternoon, causing scattered damage near the epicenter near Borrego Springs but sparing the region of injuries.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:01 pm

Near Misses In Skies Raise Questions On Ground

A series of "close calls" in recent months -- from Chicago to Houston to Anchorage, Alaska -- have government investigators taking a look at pilots and air traffic controllers.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 7:04 pm

Cuba: We Will Free 52 Political Prisoners

Church Confirms Communist Country's Offer; Largest Mass Liberation in Decades
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 7:00 pm

Video: Ringo Starr Turns 70

Former Beatles member, Ringo Starr, celebrated his 70th birthday at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City.
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:55 pm

5.4 quake strikes Southern California

LOS ANGELES - A moderate earthquake jolted Southern California today, rattling buildings in downtown Los Angeles, toppling wine bottles at desert resorts and briefly halting rides at Disneyland.There were no immediate injuries...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:54 pm

Video: Netanyahu on Differences With Obama

Katie Couric asks Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about his differences with President Obama.
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:53 pm

Minor Quake Rocks Southern California

A moderate earthquake jolted Southern California on Wednesday, rattling buildings across a wide swath of land but causing no immediate injuries or major damage. The magnitude-5.4 quake was centered 28 miles south of Palm Springs, or about 130 miles east of Los Angeles, the U.S. Geological Survey said. It struck at 4:53 p.m., local time.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:51 pm

BankSimple's founders pitch an online bank with no branches and no fees

Josh Reich and Shamir Karkal are seeking venture capitalists to fund their vision of a user-friendly electronic home for people's finances. Twitter co-founder Alex Payne is their first employee.

Last fall, like so many Americans before him, Josh Reich ended up in a frustrating game of phone tag with JPMorgan Chase over a bill, this one about escalating fees and other bank errors involving his home equity loan.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:49 pm

Earthquake shakes California, no damage reported

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A magnitude 5.4 earthquake shook the Southern California desert east of Los Angeles on Tuesday, rattling nerves across the region but causing no serious damage or injuries.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:44 pm

Obama bypasses Senate to fill Medicare post

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama appointed health expert Donald Berwick on Wednesday to run the Medicare and Medicaid programs that provide care to seniors and the poor, bypassing the Senate to fill a key job over Republican objections.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:38 pm

U.S.-Russia may seek spy swap to free agents

MOSCOW/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Russia and the United States appeared to be considering a spy swap on Wednesday to send home a ring of suspected Russian agents whose arrest cast an unwelcome Cold War chill over warming diplomatic ties.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:36 pm

Video: Netanyahu: Let's Solve This Conflict

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu answers a Twitter question regarding the Middle East peace efforts
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:34 pm

Russian Spy Negotiations Likely to End in Swap

U.S. Officials Want Some Admission of Guilt Before Sending Alleged Ring Back to Russia, Sources Say
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:30 pm

Spy Swap Buzz Grows as Case Progresses

Alleged Russian Spies Hastily Transported to New York; U.S., Russian Diplomats Hold Closed-Door Meeting
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:30 pm

Durst Beats Related at WTC - Wall Street Journal

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Durst Beats Related at WTC Wall Street Journal The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on Wednesday picked the Durst Organization to help it build and manage the 1776-foot tall skyscraper that will define the rebuilding of Ground Zero. The family-owned developer behind ... Dursts' Stake in World Trade Tower Helps ProjectNew York Times (blog) Durst, Onetime Critic, Wins Bid for Stake in World Trade TowerBusinessWeek WTC owner picks developer to negotiate tower stakeThe Associated Press New York Daily News -The Star-Ledger - NJ.com -New York Magazine all 100 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:29 pm

Probe clears scientists in 'Climategate'

An independent report into the leak of hundreds of e-mails from one of the world's leading climate research centers on Wednesday largely vindicated ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:24 pm

Raoul Moat: associate helps armed police trace fugitive

One in ten of Britain's armed officers is involved in the manhunt as special forces backed by armoured vehicles scour the Northumbrian countryside.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:18 pm

Know symptoms and steps to avoid heat stroke, dehydration

Heat rash, sunburn, heat exhaustion, dehydration and heat stroke are risks in such hot weather. Kids require extra precautions.

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:11 pm

Mexico schools teach lessons in survival

Schools across Mexico are teaching students to dive to the floor and cover their heads as the violence-torn country sees more urban gunfights ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 6:02 pm

Sauerkraut plant collapse kills worker

FREMONT - Authorities say one worker has died in a roof collapse at a sauerkraut factory in northern Ohio.Fremont Police Chief Tim Wiersma says three others were injured in Wednesday's accident at the Fremont Co.Wiersma says...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 5:11 pm

U.S. aims to detect cyber infrastructure attacks: report

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. government is launching a program nicknamed "Perfect Citizen" to detect cyber assaults on private U.S. companies and government agencies running critical infrastructure, the Wall Street Journal said in its online edition.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 7 Jul 2010 | 4:57 pm

Huge armed police contingent joins UK manhunt

One-tenth of all the United Kingdom's armed police officers were joining the hunt for fugitive gunman Raoul Moat last night as a £10,000 reward was offered for information leading to the former bouncer's arrest.Detectives leading...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 4:48 pm

CNN Middle East editor sacked over tweet

NEW YORK - CNN is firing an editor for its Middle Eastern coverage after she tweeted admiration for a late Lebanese cleric considered an inspiration for the militant Hezbollah movement.The network said that editor Octavia...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 4:16 pm

Trainer's lungs punctured in elephant attack

TOLEDO, Ohio - Doctors say a trainer attacked by an elephant at Ohio's Toledo Zoo suffered life-threatening lung injuries and is on a ventilator.However, doctors at the University of Toledo Medical Center say they expect 53-year-old...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 7 Jul 2010 | 4:11 pm

APTOPIX Venezuela Cuba Terror Suspect

Salvadorean Francisco Chavez Abarca, center, is escorted by Venezuelan secret police officers at Simon Bolivar airport as he is extradited to Cuba in Maiquetia, on the outskirts of Caracas, Wednesday,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 3:47 pm

APTOPIX Mexico Tropical Weather

Flooded houses are seen in Ciudad Anahuac, in the Mexican northeastern state of Nuevo Leon, Wednesday, July 7, 2010. About 18,000 people were evacuated Tuesday from Ciudad Anahuac, where authorities opened...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 7 Jul 2010 | 3:43 pm

Raoul Moat would be better off dead, the gunman's mother says

As a series of angelic childhood pictures are released, the mother of the fugitive gunman says the "maniac" being hunted by police is different in "every last detail" to the son she remembers.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 3:15 pm

Younger women should get bone tests, too, task force says

Routine screening for osteoporosis should include all younger postmenopausal women who have at least the same chance of a bone break as an older ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 2:56 pm

Minn. church, smaller than a Twister mat, big on meaning

A preacher and two congregants would be a full house in a tiny church built by retired construction worker in a quiet cemetery.

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:53 am

Miami University sororities' antics spur alcohol debate

Sorority spring formals call up visions of young women in colorful dresses dancing the night away -- not vomiting on tables, urinating in sinks ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:50 am

Raoul Moat: Paul Stobbart appeals for gunman to give himself up

The father of Samantha Stobbart, Raoul Moat's former girlfriend, has issued a video appeal for the fugitive gunman to give himself up.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 11:29 am

Raoul Moat: Armoured vehicles brought in to search for gunman

Twenty armoured police cars from the streets of Northern Ireland drafted in to assist in the hunt for the gunman.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 10:20 am

Terror suspect who couldn't be deported is arrested

Suspected al-Qaeda terrorist was granted permission to remain in Britain despite fears he posed a security threat.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 8:19 am

Raoul Moat: police find gunman's lair

Moat has been living in a tent, armed with two shotguns and ready for final confrontation with police.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 5:18 am

Nicolas Sarkozy at centre of criminal investigation over 'illegal donations'

Nicolas Sarkozy was at the centre of a criminal investigation today following claims that he regularly received illegal payments.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 5:06 am

Raoul Moat: police find second letter

Moat has been living in a tent in woodland, armed with two shotguns and ready for final confrontation with police.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 4:31 am

Russian government offers 'spy swap' deal to US

Russia wants to swap a scientist jailed on charges of spying for Britain for one of the suspected Russian agents detained in the United States last month, a lawyer for the scientist said.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 7 Jul 2010 | 3:25 am