No casualties in Riyadh Lufthansa cargo plane crash - Reuters

AFP

No casualties in Riyadh Lufthansa cargo plane crash Reuters RIYADH, JULY 27 (Reuters) - A Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) cargo plane crashed at King Khaled International Airport in the Saudi capital on Tuesday but there were no casualties, the kingdom's civil aviation authority said. "The firefighters are containing the ... Lufthansa cargo plane crashes in Saudi ArabiaWashington Post Lufthansa cargo plane crashes at Riyadh airport: state TVAFP Lufthansa cargo plane crashes in Saudi Arabiamsnbc.com Reuters India -Earthtimes all 23 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:15 am

Africa to boost its Somalia force

African Union leaders meeting in Uganda agree to reinforce their peacekeeping force in Somalia to counter al-Shabab militants.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:14 am

BP replaces CEO Hayward, makes record loss

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:13 am

BP replaces CEO Hayward, makes record loss (AP)

AP - BP's embattled Chief Executive Officer Tony Hayward will be replaced by American Robert Dudley on Oct. 1, the company said Tuesday, as it reported a record quarterly loss and set aside $32.2 billion to cover the costs of the devastating Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:13 am

Man jailed over £250m Ritz fraud

A jobless lorry driver who pulled off an "outrageous scam" to sell London's Ritz Hotel for £250m is jailed for five years.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:12 am

Lufthansa cargo plane crashes in Saudi Arabia

A Lufthansa cargo plane crashed at King Khaled International Airport in the Saudi capital of Riyadh on Tuesday, a Saudi airport official and local media said.



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Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:09 am

With sweetness, soul, Aretha and Rice make music (AP)

AP - Condoleezza Rice is no stranger to the whims of royalty. So when the Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin, decided the two should get together to play a song or two for charity, it was decreed.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:07 am

Iraq's parliament fails to convene as scheduled

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:05 am

Daimler raises earnings outlook after Q2 profit

Car maker Daimler AG say it made a second-quarter profit of euro1.3 billion (nearly $1.7 billion) and has raised its full-year outlook substantially.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:04 am

BP swings to massive $17.2 billion loss - CNNMoney

CBC.ca

BP swings to massive $17.2 billion loss CNNMoney LONDON (CNNMoney.com) -- BP posted a massive quarterly loss of $17.2 billion Tuesday due to costs stemming from the Gulf of Mexico oil disaster. BP (BP) said it took a pretax charge of $32.2 billion ... BP Posts $17 Billion Loss, Confirms Hayward DepartureNew York Times Tony Hayward leaves BP with £1m payoffThe Guardian BP sets aside $32bn dollars for spill clean-upBBC News Bloomberg -Wall Street Journal -MarketWatch all 6,150 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:02 am

Market reaction split to bank stress test results

Two important indicators moving in opposite directions

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

6 new credit scams to watch out for

It seems that everyone has their hand in your pocket these days. Learn how to protect yourself against these financial scams

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

ABCP on the comeback trail

Canada’s ‘plain vanilla’ products attractive to investors

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Hunting for more in Canada’s diamond fields

Key player in discovery of Ekati mine says Shield can yield more treasure

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 4:00 am

Cargo plane crashes at Saudi airport

No word on casualties

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:59 am

A new 'View' of Obama - Philadelphia Inquirer

New York Daily News

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Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:58 am

Disputed Caravaggio painting unveiled

Art officials have unveiled the painting at the center of the latest Caravaggio mystery, after the Vatican newspaper first suggested and then denied that the canvas was the work of the Italian master.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:55 am

Art officials unveil painting originally suggested to be Caravaggio

Art officials have unveiled the painting at the center of the latest Caravaggio mystery, after the Vatican newspaper first suggested and then denied that the canvas was the work of the Italian m...

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:54 am

Greenpeace UK Shutting Down BP Stations All Over London

Teams of Greenpeace volunteers are disabling BP pumps across central London - stopping the oil giant from selling its dirty fuel.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:54 am

China landslide leaves 21 missing amid floods

A landslide caused by rains in southern China left 21 people missing, adding to a growing death toll from China's worst flood season in a decade, with more heavy rains expected.

China - Flood - Landslide - Northern and southern China - Earth Sciences
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:54 am

Edmond Carriere's bail set at $100K

BARNSTABLE - Bail was set at $100,000 yesterday for a Bourne man charged with his wife's murder 30 years ago. Edmond...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:52 am

Iran defiant after new EU sanctions - CNN

Telegraph.co.uk

Iran defiant after new EU sanctions CNN By the CNN Wire Staff Tehran, Iran (CNN) -- Iran was defiant Tuesday after the European Union approved new sanctions against the country, saying the measures are "ineffective and unconstructive." The sanctions are "punitive measures" and "a hostile ... EU toughens sanctions on Iran as Tehran offers talksReuters Russia objects to EU Iran sanctionsThe Associated Press Iran to resume nuclear talks in September: AhmadinejadTimes of India Press TV -Xinhua -New York Times all 2,987 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:51 am

Saudi airport official and media say cargo plane crashed in Riyadh, no word on casualties

Saudi airport official and media say cargo plane crashed in Riyadh, no word on casualties.

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:50 am

3 to be arraigned in Katrina police shootings

Three current or former New Orleans police officers will be arraigned on charges they conspired to cover up deadly shootings of unarmed residents after Hurricane Katrina.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:49 am

No injuries as plane skids of Cape airport runway

HYANNIS - A Nantucket Shuttle Airlines plane skidded about 800 feet on the runway at Barnstable Municipal Airport...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:48 am

Would you say ‘No’ to a tiger?

140-kilogram animal escapes on way to vet in South Africa; owner says to treat it ‘like a dog’

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:48 am

Cape shooting suspects sought

HYANNIS - Police have released composite sketches of two suspects in what they now describe as the random shooting...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:43 am

Angelina Jolie says Pitt is 'wonderful father'

Actress Angelina Jolie, in Tokyo for the weekend opening of action thriller "Salt," brushed off rumors about her shaky relations with Brad Pitt.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:40 am

'Sucker Punch' Trailer is BADASS (Video)

'Sucker Punch' is being touted as Alice in Wonderland with machine guns. And if this trailer is any indication, it looks that promised is definitely going to be delivered. 'Sucker Punch' is in theaters March 25, 2001.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:40 am

Boys challenge rape conviction

Two boys are to begin a challenge against their conviction for attempting to rape an eight-year-old girl in London.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:39 am

UK's Cameron in India on mission to woo old ally

Seeking to win a key ally outside Washington and a booming business partner to spur Britain's fragile economic recovery, David Cameron heads to India on Tuesday to lead his country's most brazen charm offensive in decades.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:35 am

BP offsets spill costs to save $10 billion in tax

Oil giant BP said it plans to offset the entire cost of its Gulf of Mexico oil spill against its tax bill, reducing future contributions to U.S. tax coffers by almost $10 billion.



Gulf of Mexico - Oil spill - BP - United States - Environment
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:35 am

Another Mass. trooper hit by car on duty

NEW BEDFORD - Another Massachusetts state trooper has been hit by a car while on traffic patrol. Police say...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:34 am

The Science Behind "Having a Bad Day" (and How to Solve It)

Here's the thing… there is absolutely no such thing as a bad day in reality. A bad day only exists in our interpretation of reality, which then becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:34 am

WikiLeaks founder speaks out about leaked Afghan war documents - CNN International

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WikiLeaks founder speaks out about leaked Afghan war documents CNN International By the CNN Wire Staff (CNN) -- As his website sparks debate about classified information and what the public should know, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange talked to Larry King Monday night about the more than 75000 documents his site recently made ... Hit list draws fire in wake of leaked US documentsThe Associated Press Huge leak of secret files sows new Afghan war doubtsAFP US needs lesson in 'secret-keeping'Aljazeera.net Telegraph.co.uk -Xinhua -Reuters UK all 5,983 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:33 am

India welcomes Burma junta leader

Reclusive Burmese junta leader General Than Shwe receives a red carpet welcome in the Indian capital, on a state visit condemned by rights groups.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:33 am

Khmer Rouge prison chief to appeal conviction - AFP

Sydney Morning Herald

Khmer Rouge prison chief to appeal conviction AFP PHNOM PENH — Khmer Rouge prison chief Duch will appeal against his conviction by Cambodia's UN-backed war crimes tribunal, which sentenced him to 30 years in jail, his defence lawyer told AFP Tuesday. "We will appeal against the (court's) decision," ... Sentence reduced for former Khmer Rouge prison chiefLos Angeles Times Khmer Rouge jailer faces 19 years for 16000 deadWashington Post What to read about the Khmer RougeChristian Science Monitor BusinessWeek -The Hindu -Asia Times Online all 2,194 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

2 Russian astronauts start spacewalk

Two Russian astronauts have exited the international space station for a spacewalk intended to replace a video camera and improve cable connections to the orbiting laboratory's newest module.



International Space Station - Extra-vehicular activity - Space - Video camera - Technology
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

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Turkey must join EU, says Cameron

David Cameron argues for Turkey's membership of the European Union, saying he is "angry" at the slow pace of negotiations.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

Iraq aid funds 'unaccounted for'

A US federal watchdog harshly criticises the US military for failing to account properly for almost $9bn (£5.8bn) of reconstruction funds for Iraq.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:32 am

U.K. to Push for Turkey EU Membership - Wall Street Journal

Kansas City Star

U.K. to Push for Turkey EU Membership Wall Street Journal LONDON—UK Prime Minister David Cameron said on Tuesday that he would push strongly for Turkey to become a member of the European Union, saying the country is crucial for the region's trade and security. "It makes me angry that your ... British PM Cameron urges EU membership for TurkeyCNN British PM visits TurkeyThe Associated Press David Cameron accuses France and Germany of double standards over TurkeyThe Guardian KWCH -Sydney Morning Herald -BBC News all 372 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am

A Total Body Transplant? It's Possible! [documentary]

Dr. Robert White has successfully transplanted full heads of monkeys and dogs onto new bodies. He has also kept severed dog heads alive and responding well after the "death" of the body. Can a human head/body transplant be that far away?

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:29 am

BP replaces CEO and posts $17 billion Q2 loss on spill

LONDON (Reuters) - BP Plc named American Bob Dudley as its next CEO on Tuesday, saying Tony Hayward would stand down after his gaffe-prone handling of the worst oil spill in U.S. history that triggered a $17 billion quarterly loss.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:29 am

IAF: Cause of IAF chopper crash still undetermined - Jerusalem Post

AFP

IAF: Cause of IAF chopper crash still undetermined Jerusalem Post Helicopter communications do not reveal any trouble before crash; Romanian rescue official says chopper burst into flames after hitting mountain; 6 Israelis, 1 Romanian feared dead. ROMANIA - IAF Brig. ... Israel investigators sent to Romania crash siteAFP Israel IDs missing military personnel in Romania crashCNN Wreckage of Israeli helicopter found in RomaniaThe Associated Press Ynetnews -KYW Newsradio all 572 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:29 am

My mom's maniacal texts - Matt Kirshen

LOL! From http://videosift.com/video/My-mom-s-maniacal-texts-Matt-Kirshen ...

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:28 am

Former Pakistani spy kidnapped by militants threatens to reveal state secrets

A former Pakistani spy kidnapped by militants four months ago in northwestern Pakistan threatened in a video to expose the government's "weaknesses" unless it frees prisoners to secure his relea...

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:27 am

The Hidden Treasures Auto Workers Leave In Cars

During the bad old days of labor disputes and union misbehavior, auto workers would "accidentally" lose stuff in car doors or behind the dashboard. Those days are over. That means workers now just legitimately lose stuff. Here are some examples.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:27 am

Teams of Physicists Closing in on the ‘God Particle’

A thousand physicists working at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Ill., reported in Paris on Monday that they had not found the “God particle,” yet. But they are beginning to figure out where it is not.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:27 am

Putin sang patriotic songs with spies expelled from USA

Vladimir Putin has told of singing patriotic songs with the Russian spies expelled from the US in his most revealing comments on the case so far.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:26 am

Yahoo Japan to use Google search

Yahoo Japan says it will use Google's search engine technology, rather than Microsoft's which is used by partner Yahoo Inc.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:24 am

Missing U.S. sailor's remains found in Afghanistan (Reuters)

Reuters - The remains of one of two U.S. sailors who went missing in Afghanistan last week have been found in the east of the country, the NATO-led force said on Tuesday, and troops were still searching for the second man.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:24 am

Missing U.S. sailor's remains found in Afghanistan

KABUL (Reuters) - The remains of one of two U.S. sailors who went missing in Afghanistan last week have been found in the east of the country, the NATO-led force said on Tuesday, and troops were still searching for the second man.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:24 am

Hilarious Burrito Brawl in NYC (Video

Just another day in NYC.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:20 am

Serbia lawmakers pass resolution on Kosovo

Lawmakers have passed a resolution saying Serbia will never recognize Kosovo, even though a U.N. court has backed Kosovo's independence.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:16 am

Lawmakers pass motion reaffirming Serbia claim on Kosovo, urging talks after UN court ruling

Lawmakers have passed a resolution saying Serbia will never recognize Kosovo, even though a U.N. court has backed Kosovo's independence.

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:16 am

Missing US sailor's body found in Afghanistan - The Guardian

CBC.ca

Missing US sailor's body found in Afghanistan The Guardian The body of one of two US sailors who went missing from their compound in Kabul has been recovered in eastern Afghanistan, a Nato spokesman said today. An extensive search is continuing for the other missing serviceman. The sailors were last seen on ... Missing US serviceman confirmed dead in AfghanistanLos Angeles Times Body of US serviceman missing in Afghanistan foundBBC News Remains of missing US sailor found in AfghanistanAFP The Associated Press -Washington Post -Aljazeera.net all 3,114 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:16 am

President Obama to go on The View

US President Barack Obama is to appear on daytime talk show The View on Thursday, broadcaster ABC announces.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:14 am

Egypt 'police death' trial opens

The trial opens of two Egyptian policemen charged with brutality in the death of a 28-year-old Khaled Said a month ago.
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:13 am

Leigh attacks Film Council axing

British director Mike Leigh calls the Department for Culture, Media and Sport's decision to axe the UK Film Council "totally out of order".
Source: BBC News - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:11 am

Dollar rises to lower 87 yen in Tokyo after U.S. housing data+

(Kyodo) _ The U.S. dollar rose to the lower 87 yen level on Tuesday in Tokyo in Tokyo as the release of better-than-expected U.S. new home sales data overnight lent some support but...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:10 am

UBS posts second-quarter profit of $1.9 billion

Swiss bank UBS AG offered evidence of its recovery Tuesday with stronger-than-expected second-quarter profits of 2 billion Swiss francs ($1.9 billion), and said it should resolve all tax matters with the U.S. government by October.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:09 am

7 crew reported dead in Israeli copter crash

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:08 am

New Titanic expedition will create 3D map of wreck (AP)

AP - A team of scientists will launch an expedition to the Titanic next month to assess the deteriorating condition of the world's most famous shipwreck and create a detailed three-dimensional map that will "virtually raise the Titanic" for the public.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:07 am

Danone posts 10 pct gain in 1st half net profit

Danone SA said Tuesday sales of its yogurts, bottled water and baby foods would grow faster than expected this year as strong demand in Asia and developing countries helped its first half earnings rise 10 percent.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:06 am

African Union Commission chief Ping to visit Japan from Sun.+

(Kyodo) _ Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada said Tuesday that African Union Commission Chairman Jean Ping will pay a three-day visit to Japan from Sunday for talks and will give a keynote...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:02 am

Sam Adam Jr. in showdown with Blagojevich judge - Chicago Sun-Times

Los Angeles Times

Sam Adam Jr. in showdown with Blagojevich judge Chicago Sun-Times Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich is the one on trial, but on Monday it was his lawyer who was talking about going to jail. Fireworks in Blagojevich's corruption case were taken to a new level as a federal judge threatened to hold the former governor's ... Blagojevich lawyer may be muzzledChicago Tribune Blagojevich lawyer irks judge, may risk jailThe Associated Press Will Blagojevich's Attorney Risk Jail?CBS2 Chicago Los Angeles Times -Southtown Star -Christian Science Monitor all 1,075 news articles »

Source: Top Stories - Google News | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Football Headshot From Balcony 25 Feet Away (Video)

This brings his pass completion record to 1-1, which raises his douche move completion record to a school high 35 for 35.

Source: digg.com: Stories / Popular | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Kick a ball, save the world

Olympic speed skater promotes athletics as a tool for development, peace and health

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Let’s act like an energy superpower

This is not just an Alberta fight. We need to wage a campaign in all 50 states around Canadian interests

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Johann Koss

Olympic athlete on his global efforts and leadership style

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

When nothing is secret any more

In the old days, it wasn’t easy to be a whistle-blower. Now anyone can transmit confidential documents electronically and WikiLeaks will publish them on the Internet

Source: The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed | 27 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am

Matt Garza pitches 1st no-hitter in Rays history

Matt Garza insists the first no-hitter in Tampa Bay history and the fifth in the major leagues this season isn't the most satisfying moment of his career.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:59 am

Matt Garza pitches 1st no-hitter in Rays history (AP)

AP - Matt Garza insists the first no-hitter in Tampa Bay history and the fifth in the major leagues this season isn't the most satisfying moment of his career.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:59 am

Hit list draws fire in wake of leaked US documents (AP)

AP - When it comes to war, killing the enemy is an accepted fact. Even amid the sensation of the WikiLeaks.org revelations, that stark reality lies at the core of new charges that some American military commando operations may have amounted to war crimes.
Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:59 am

Japan conveys regret to Russia over new law on end of WWII+

(Kyodo) _ Japan conveyed Tuesday its regret to Russia over a new Russian law that designates Sept. 2 as the anniversary of the end of World War II, which effectively stipulates the Soviet
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:56 am

NATO: 1 missing sailor killed in Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan - One of two U.S. sailors missing in Afghanistan since last week has been confirmed dead and...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:55 am

Kyrgyzstan seeks $1.2 billion in aid to rebuild country after months of instability

Kyrgyzstan's government appealed to an international donors conference Tuesday for $1.2 billion in aid to rebuild the country after months of political and ethnic violence.

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:55 am

Ho hum, another no-hitter: Garza throws latest gem

Five no-hitters, two perfect games and another gem that was spoiled by an umpire.
Source: Newsvine - Get Smarter Here | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:55 am

APEC to hold high-level meeting on growth strategy Aug. 7-8+

(Kyodo) _ Representatives from 21 Pacific Rim economies will gather in southwestern Japan on Aug. 7 to 8 to discuss a regional growth strategy that they plan to devise later this year,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:54 am

Hayward boosted BP's bottom line, but not safety

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:54 am

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BP: Hayward to quit with $1.6 million payoff

BP said Tuesday that controversial chief executive Tony Hayward will step down on Oct. 1 as it announced losses of nearly $17 billion in three months.

Tony Hayward - BP - Chief executive officer - United States - University of Illinois
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:53 am

Asian editorial excerpts -2-+

(Kyodo) _ Selected editorial excerpts from the Asia-Pacific press: THE IMF'S CHARM OFFENSIVE IN ASIA (The Business Times, Singapore) The "charm offensive" which the International...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:52 am

Hit list draws fire in wake of leaked US documents

WASHINGTON - When it comes to war, killing the enemy is an accepted fact. Even amid the sensation of the WikiLeaks.org...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:50 am

LEAD: Ozawa to comply with 4th round of questioning over scandal+

(Kyodo) _ (EDS: UPDATING, ADDING INFO) Former Democratic Party of Japan Secretary General Ichiro Ozawa notified prosecutors through his lawyer Tuesday that he will submit to their...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:50 am

Poll: A few cracks in Obama's Hispanic support

WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's once solid support among Hispanics is showing a few cracks, a troubling...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:46 am

NATO: 1 missing sailor killed in Afghanistan

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:44 am

NATO: 1 missing sailor killed in Afghanistan (AP)

AP - One of two U.S. sailors missing in Afghanistan since last week has been confirmed dead and his body recovered, a NATO spokesman said Tuesday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:44 am

Air pollution in Chinese cities worsens in 1st half of 2010+

(Kyodo) _ Air pollution in major Chinese cities worsened for the first time in five years, with 113 cities registering a fall in air quality in the first half of 2010, according to the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:44 am

Secret files leak sows new Afghan war doubts (AFP)

AFP - The leak of 90,000 secret military files has emboldened critics of the war in Afghanistan, who raised fresh questions Tuesday about the viability of the increasingly unpopular US-led campaign.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:42 am

Wanted: A new ally. Britain's Cameron flies to India seeking to woo old friends, bolster trade

Seeking to win a key ally outside Washington and a booming business partner to spur Britain's fragile economic recovery, David Cameron heads to India on Tuesday to lead his country's most brazen...

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:39 am

Google unveils new set of apps for government

SAN FRANCISCO - Even as Google Inc. downplayed problems with its contract with the city of Los Angeles, it kicked...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:39 am

California man faces federal poaching charges for allegedly killing eagles

FRESNO, Calif. - A 41-year-old Porterville, Calif., man faces federal poaching charges after agents tied him to...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:36 am

Kurt Thomas drawn to Bulls by Tom Thibodeau

CHICAGO - Kurt Thomas spent part of Monday afternoon running down the reasons he signed with the Bulls for his...
Source: Home - BostonHerald.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:34 am

EU toughens sanctions on Iran as Tehran offers talks

BRUSSELS/TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran said on Monday it was ready to return to talks on a nuclear fuel swap, a surprise that came shortly after the European Union agreed tougher sanctions,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:33 am

US, SKorean troops drop anti-sub bombs in drills

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:33 am

British PM visits Turkey

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:32 am

U.S. Sailor's Body Recovered in Afghanistan

NATO Confirms Remains of Man Killed in Taliban Attack South of Capital Recovered; Hunt Continues for Other Sailor
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:26 am

Weather forecast for Wednesday+

(Kyodo) _ Weather forecast for Wednesday, July 28: Tokyofair/cloudy Osakafair>cloudy Nagoyafair>cloudy Sapporocloudy>rain Sendaifair>cloudy Niigatacloudy/fair Hiroshimacloudy>rain ...
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2ND LD: Tsujimoto formally announces departure from SDP+

(Kyodo) _ (EDS: ADDING INFO) Kiyomi Tsujimoto, former senior vice minister of land, infrastructure, transport and tourism, said Tuesday that she has submitted a letter announcing her...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:20 am

Leak of Afghan war files creates debate

The debate over the United States' longest war was fueled Monday by history's most massive leak of classified documents.

Source: USATODAY.com News | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:18 am

French premier says al-Qaida may have killed hostage before failed Sahara raid

France is "at war" with al-Qaida and will step up efforts to fight its North African offshoot after it executed a French hostage in the Sahara, Prime Minister Francois Fillon said Tuesday. ...

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 2:17 am

BP chief steps down in fallout from Gulf oil spill (AFP)

AFP - BP boss Tony Hayward will step down as head of the troubled oil giant, the company said Tuesday, after his heavily criticised handling of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill made him a target of US fury.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:54 am

NATO recovers remains of missing U.S. sailor

One of two U.S. sailors missing in Afghanistan since last week has been confirmed dead and his body recovered, a NATO spokesman said Tuesday.



Afghanistan - NATO - United States - Asia - Government
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:52 am

India steps up engagement with Myanmar as China looms over military regime

India welcomed the head of Myanmar's isolated military government Tuesday despite international criticism, as New Delhi competes to assert its influence in the region.

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:51 am

BP replaces CEO and posts $17 billion Q2 loss on spill (Reuters)

Reuters - BP Plc named American Bob Dudley as its next CEO on Tuesday, saying Tony Hayward would stand down after his gaffe-prone handling of the worst oil spill in U.S. history that triggered a $17 billion quarterly loss.

Source: Yahoo! News: Top Stories | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:43 am

A photo from Al-Qaeda in the Land of the Islamic Maghreb, released in May shows French hostage Michel Germaneau

A photo from Al-Qaeda in the Land of the Islamic Maghreb, released in May 2010 shows French hostage Michel Germaneau. France's government vowed Tuesday to step up the fight against Al-Qaeda in northern...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:32 am

Dudley's path followed unusual turns to CEO of BP

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:32 am

Natural gas could lead to new Lebanon-Israel war

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:30 am

Hungry bear crashes in runaway car

DENVER (Reuters Life!) - A black bear attracted by the smell of a peanut butter sandwich managed to open the door of a car, climb in and got stuck, knocking the gear stick into neutral and sending the car rolling down a slope into trees.



Peanut butter - Home - Cooking - DENVER - Recreation
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:16 am

U.S., S. Korea Drop Anti-Sub Bombs in Drills

The East Sea off the coast of the Korean peninsula roiled with U.S. and South Korean ships, submarines, fighter jets and helicopters — high-profile military maneuvers intended to show North Korea that it is being watched.

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:14 am

Ortiz, Red Sox ruin Haren’s debut for Angels

David Ortiz hit two homers in the same stadium where he won the Home Run Derby nearly two weeks ago, and Clay Buchholz pitched seven strong innings in the Boston Red Sox's 6-3 victory over Dan Haren and the slumping Los Angeles Angels on Monday night.

Boston Red Sox - Dan Haren - Clay Buchholz - Home Run Derby - David Ortiz
Source: msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:13 am

British Prime Minister Cameron in Turkey: Iran, Gaza, EU bid on the agenda

British Prime Minister David Cameron said Tuesday the world needs Turkey's help in pushing Iran to address international concerns about its suspected nuclear weapons program, and he harshly crit...

Source: FOXNews.com | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:02 am

BP says Hayward will step down as CEO on Oct. 1

BP PLC said Tuesday that embattled Chief Executive Officer Tony Hayward will step down on Oct. 1 -- to be succeeded by American Robert Dudley -- and that it has set aside $32.2 billion to cover the costs of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:01 am

BP Dudley

FILE - Sunday, June 8, 2008 photo, TNK-BP CEO Robert Dudley speaks during the International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg, Russia. TNK-BP is a joint venture between British giant BP PLC and a group...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

What labor may like best about Brown: He's not Whitman

Unions are giving the candidate plenty of financial support, even though he has made no commitment to their causes.

The television ads seize on the millions of dollars organized labor is spending to help elect Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown, warning that if he's victorious, he would be "their governor."

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

Wind farm 'mega-project' underway in Mojave Desert

The Alta Wind Energy Center — with plans for thousands of acres of turbines to generate electricity for 600,000 Southern California homes — officially breaks ground Tuesday.

It's being called the largest wind power project in the country, with plans for thousands of acres of towering turbines in the Mojave Desert foothills generating electricity for 600,000 homes in Southern California.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 27 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am

BP boss steps down, protesters blockade stations

BP says Tony Hayward will step down as chief executive officer from October 1, to be succeeded by American Robert Dudley.In a statement accompanying its earnings update today, BP says the decision was made by "mutual agreement."BP...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:45 am

An Iranian security guard stands in front of the Bushehr nuclear power

An Iranian security guard stands in front of the Bushehr nuclear power. Several top global energy majors have already quit Iran, or have been considering an exit since the fresh set of UN sanctions.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:42 am

Iranians work at the zirconium production plant, part of the nuclear facilities (UCF) in Isfahan, Iran

File photo shows Iranians working at the zirconium production plant, part of the nuclear facilities (UCF) in Isfahan, Iran. Iran vowed on Tuesday to press ahead with its nuclear programme as it condemned...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:42 am

Graphic on Iran's nuclear sites

Western powers have demanded that Iran suspend its uranium enrichment programme, fearing that Tehran would use the material to build a nuclear bomb. Tehran says its atomic programme is a peaceful drive...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:42 am

Catherine Ashton

High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Baroness Catherine Ashton gives a press conference at the EU Headquarters in Brussels. The EU sanctions follow similar...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:42 am

12 Muslims fined for Malaysia Hindu temple protest

Source: AP Top International News At 4:44 a... | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:40 am

NATO: 1 Missing Sailor Killed In Afghanistan

A NATO spokesman said one of two U.S. sailors missing in Afghanistan since last week has been confirmed dead and his body recovered.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:33 am

Kiwi-Dutch sailor waits for green light

Teenager Laura Dekker is ready to set off on her risky bid to become the youngest person to sail solo around the world. Now all she needs is the green light from a Dutch court.Sailing is in Dekker's blood. She was born on a yacht...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:31 am

Tony Hayward's BP statement

Below is a copy of a statement issued by outgoing BP chief executive Tony Hayward to accompany the firm's second quarter results.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:31 am

BP replaces Tony Hayward as it slumps to a record loss

BP appoints its first ever American chief executive, as the cost of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill drove the company to a £11bn loss.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:20 am

Hayward To Step Down As BP CEO On Oct. 1

In a statement accompanying its earnings update on Tuesday, BP says the decision was made by "mutual agreement." BP also reports it has taken a pretax charge of $32.2 billion for the Gulf of Mexico spill, and plans to sell assets for up to $30 billion over the next 18 months.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 27 Jul 2010 | 12:15 am

Seoul and Washington naval drills sends message to Pyongyang

This map and graphic shows the 97,000-ton aircraft carrier, the USS George Washington, which is taking part in a series of naval exercises off the Korean coast in the sea of Japan. About 20 ships, 200...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:40 pm

South Korean Navy Patrol Combat Corvettes

The US and South Korean military have been practising attacks on potential seaborne North Korean infiltrators, as part of a major naval exercise designed to deter the communist state. The allies are staging...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:40 pm

India Myanmar

Myanmar's top military general Than Shwe, center, his wife Daw Kyaing Kyaing, left, and Indian President Pratibha Patil pay respect as the national anthems of the two countries are played during a ceremonial...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:27 pm

Ahmadinejad Denies Aiding Taliban

CBS News Exclusive: Iranian President Says Iran "Supports Afghan People"
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:25 pm

Tampa Bay's Matt Garza throws no-hitter against Detroit

Garza tosses the first no-hitter in Rays' history in 5-0 victory over the Tigers. It is the fifth no-hitter in the major leagues this season.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Rays finally wound up on the right side of a memorable pitching performance.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:22 pm

Accidents don't deter air show aviators

About 10,000 aircraft will converge on Oshkosh, Wis., this week. If the past decade is any indication, there is a strong likelihood of trage ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:16 pm

Chavez beefs up border troops in Colombia spat

SAN CRISTOBAL, Venezuela (Reuters) - Venezuela said it beefed up its troop presence along the border with Colombia as its neighbor's incoming finance minister vowed on Monday to restore trade between the feuding Andean nations.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 11:02 pm

A banner bearing portraits of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (L) hangs on a construction site in Asaluyeh

A banner bearing portraits of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (L) and his predecessor, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini (R) are seen on a building at the South Pars gas field development in Asaluyeh...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNImagesWorld | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:56 pm

Outspoken CENTCOM Nominee Popular With Troops

Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis' nomination is being considered Tuesday by the Senate Armed Services Committee. He is likely to face questions about remarks he made in 2005 about killing members of the Taliban.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:47 pm

Mass Communist Soldier Grave Found in Vietnam

Soldiers Believed Killed During an Attack on South Vietnamese Army in December 1965
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:38 pm

FIFA Hits Snags In Fulfilling World Cup Vow In Africa

Some of the $3 billion brought in by the 2010 World Cup is helping fund community programs in Africa. But FIFA, the organization that governs world soccer, hasn't managed to deliver fully on its pledge. Despite its name, the 20 Centers for 2010 program will not be completed by the end of this year -- or even 2011.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:23 pm

"Glimmers of improvement," but state woes remain

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - State tax revenue is improving, but only slightly, and may not be enough to end steep spending cuts or replace the loss of assistance from the federal stimulus plan that expires in December, according to a report on Tuesday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:22 pm

College Students Hide Hunger, Homelessness

A growing population of college students is facing hunger and homelessness as tuitions rise and the economy is slow to recover. UCLA has created an Economic Crisis Response Team to identify financially strapped students and help keep them in school.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

Political Combat Over A Fighter Jet's Engine

Congress and the Obama administration are approaching a showdown over the new F-35 joint strike fighter. The Pentagon wants the jet to use a Pratt & Whitney engine. Congress wants an optional engine from GE and Rolls Royce -- and it keeps sticking money for the second engine into the Defense Deptartment budget.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

A Novel Approach: Free Books For Donations

The Concord Free Press has been publishing books and giving them away for the past two years. The Massachusetts-based publisher just asks readers to make a donation to a charity or a person in need and to chart the donation online. It also encourages readers to share the book with others.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

Experts Fuss Over Cost Of Nuclear Fusion Research

A group of nations, including the U.S., wants to invest in nuclear fusion as a source of energy. But adopting the process that fuels our sun to create power on Earth won't be easy -- or cheap. On Tuesday, the group called ITER will decide whether to spend another $17 billion on a lengthy experiment.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:01 pm

Al-Qaida In Iraq Weakened But Still Dangerous

Ever since the capture this spring of two senior leaders of al-Qaida in Iraq, U.S. and Iraqi military commanders say the extremist group is on the wane. Despite that, the same officials worry that al-Qaida militants might be merging with other Sunni insurgent groups.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:00 pm

Bell council agrees to roll back its salary 90%

City Council members in Bell unanimously agreed Monday to give up their controversial $96,000-a-year salaries and instead draw only $673 a month a 90% decrease.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 9:21 pm

Obama chides Republicans on campaign finance

The president urges GOP senators to cross party lines and support legislation requiring disclosure of big corporate donors.

On the eve of a crucial Senate vote, President Obama pushed Republicans on Monday to cross party lines and support campaign finance legislation in yet another White House foray into congressional politics.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 8:31 pm

Survivors angry at Khmer Rouge verdict

PHNOM PENH - Survivors of years of Khmer Rouge atrocities expressed anger and disbelief that a key player in the genocide that wiped out a quarter of Cambodia's population could one day walk free - despite being convicted of war crimes...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 8:30 pm

BP appears destined to get its first American CEO

Robert W. Dudley is expected to replace Tony Hayward as head of the British firm. He faces a big task — rescuing the company from its oil spill crisis and fallout — but some analysts say he's up to it.

The man widely expected to take the helm of oil giant BP as early as Tuesday would be the first American to become chief executive of the 101-year-old British company.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 8:07 pm

Charges to follow German festival disaster

Prosecutors in Germany today opened a criminal investigation into the deaths of 20 young adults who were trampled to death at the Love Parade.Experts accused the techno festival's organisers of ignoring Germany's exemplary safety...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 8:00 pm

Trial closes in New York airport bomb plot case

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Two accused Islamist militants on trial for conspiracy to bomb a New York airport were egged on by a government informant, with one being all talk and the other a bystander, their lawyers said on Monday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 7:59 pm

Rays' Garza No-Hits Tigers, 5-0

Matt Garza pitched the first no-hitter in Tampa Bay Rays history and the fifth in the major leagues this season, beating the Detroit Tigers 5-0 Monday night. Garza faced the minimum 27 batters, allowing only a second-inning walk.

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Source: NPR Topics: News | 26 Jul 2010 | 7:58 pm

Fidel Castro Shows at Havana's Revolution Plaza

After Being Absent for Most Revolution Day Activities, Fidel Lays Wreath at Jose Marti Memorial
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 7:35 pm

Unpaid internships can cost -- or pay off for -- college students

Some students have to work an extra job to pay living expenses as well as afford the college credits that are often a condition of unpaid in ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:15 pm

Docs May Dent U.S.-Pakistani Relations

One of the Revelations 90,000 Documents by WikiLeaks is That Pakistan is Aiding the Afghan Insurgency
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:07 pm

California whooping cough outbreak largest in decades

In the midst of what could be the largest whooping cough outbreak in more than 50 years, California officials are recommending booster shots. ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:00 pm

Leaked Docs Expose Failings in Afghanistan

WikiLeaks Puts 90,000 Classified Documents on the Web; Pentagon Says It Will Take Weeks to Assess the Damage
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:00 pm

WikiLeaks is Changing the Whistle-Blower's Rules

The Website Publishes Secrets Without Following Press Protocols and With a Pronounced Agenda
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:00 pm

Wikileaks' Nato files 'only scratch the surface'

While Allied governments strove yesterday to downplay the import of the online posting of more than 75,000 classified documents about Nato's war in Afghanistan, Wikileaks' founder Julian Assange said they "only scratched the surface"...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 6:00 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: secret documents show evidence of Osama bin Laden

Evidence appears to contradict the CIA chief's claim that there has been no intelligence on al-Qaeda leader since 2003.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:56 pm

Medical devices hurt 70,000 kids a year; contact lenses worst

More than 70,000 children and teens go to the emergency room each year for injuries and complications from medical devices, and contact lenses ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:54 pm

Germans bask in a sunny streak

The mood brightens across Germany for a change as the economy remains strong, the national team does well in World Cup soccer and a German teen wins the Eurovision song contest.

Germans are in a really good mood this summer.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:42 pm

Americans with Disabilities Act turns 20

As the nation marks the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act on Monday, a new survey finds that the law has not made meaningful ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:39 pm

Maldonado settles family tax bill

Lt. Gov. Abel Maldonado's family business paid $111,146 in back taxes Monday, after weekend news coverage of serious tax problems faced by the state's second-highest-ranking public official.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:30 pm

Civil rights leaders, Sec. Arne Duncan talk education reform

Civil rights leaders are criticizing Obama administration education reforms aimed at turning around low performing schools and closing the achievement ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:24 pm

Power cut delays Melbourne rush hour

MELBOURNE - A power outage in the Australian city of Melbourne has delayed thousands of train commuters during rush hour.Metro spokeswoman Geraldine Mitchell said power between Southern Cross Station and North Melbourne Station...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:23 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: Iran accused of supporting Taliban attacks

Iran is waging a secret campaign to arm, train and fund the Taliban-led insurgency against Nato forces in Afghanistan, according to American military reports.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:20 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: IEDs are Taliban's deadliest weapon

The leaked documents show the exponential growth in the use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in the last six years.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:19 pm

Hearing for pair who killed NZ businessman

A pre-sentence hearing date has been set for the swingers who killed former Brierley Investments CFO Herman Rockefeller in Melbourne earlier this year.Mario Schembri, 58, and Bernadette Denny, 42, will face a pre-sentence hearing...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 5:00 pm

US asked Scotland not to release Lockerbie bomber, letter reveals

The US asked Scotland to keep the Lockerbie bomber in prison, but said releasing him on compassionate grounds would be preferable to a prison transfer, a letter released by Washington has revealed.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:50 pm

Senate Democrats battling for viable energy bill

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid hopes to unveil his pared-back U.S. energy bill on Tuesday that focuses on reforming offshore oil drilling but Republicans were quick to dismiss its chances of passing.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:39 pm

Climate change linked to possible mass Mexican migration to U.S.

Lower crop yields and agricultural production could drive as many as 6.7 million across the border by 2080, a study finds.

Climbing temperatures are expected to raise sea levels and increase droughts, floods, heat waves and wildfires.

Source: Los Angeles Times - Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:36 pm

20 "Love Parade" Deaths Probed in Germany

Prosecutors Investigating Whether Negligent Manslaughter Was Involved in Deaths at Techno Festival
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:30 pm

Home sales surge in June with inventory at 42-year low

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Sales of new homes rebounded strongly in June from May's record low, pushing the number of houses on the market to the lowest level in nearly 42 years.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:21 pm

Leaked archive fuels doubts on Afghan war

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama administration scrambled on Monday to manage the explosive leak of secret military records that paint a grim picture of the U.S.-led war in Afghanistan and raise new doubts about key ally Pakistan.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:12 pm

Video: Lady Gaga Signs Nuns to Record Label

Singer Lady Gaga has signed a group of nuns from the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation monastery near Avignon, France, to her record label. The nuns beat out over 70 other convents in a search for the world's best female Gregorian chant singers. CBSNews.com's Shira Lazar reports.
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:00 pm

12th Century Biblical Fresco Unveiled

The Remaining Section of the Fresco, Which Depicts the Deisis, is On Display at the Israel Museum
Source: Latest World Headlines - CBS News | 26 Jul 2010 | 4:00 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: civilian death details could 'poison' relations

William Hague, the Foreign Secretary, said he hoped the relationship between British and Afghan forces would not be "poisoned" by leaked details of civilians and Afghan soldiers killed by British forces since 2006.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:44 pm

Mapp confirms missile scare

Defence Minister Wayne Mapp yesterday confirmed he was on the flight deck of an RNZAF Hercules forced to take defensive action against a missile threat in Afghanistan last year in one of thousands of incidents revealed in top secret...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:40 pm

Hayward boosted BP's bottom line, but not safety

LONDON - Two decades ago, Tony Hayward was a "turtle" - one of a handful of young high fliers at BP earmarked for great things, named after the cartoon warriors, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.Fast-tracked through BP's heavy...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:30 pm

Google unveils government version of software

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Google Inc released a special version of its Web-based productivity software designed to meet stringent U.S. government security requirements, as the Internet search giant seeks to outmaneuver rivals in the race to provide federal and state agencies with new technology.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:21 pm

Theresa May unveils radical police shake-up plans

Ministers plan to recruit tens of thousands of volunteers, while police officers will be encouraged to use their common sense.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:19 pm

Study finds gaps in heart failure care given to thousands

Researchers have identified gaps in the quality of heart failure care provided by cardiologists who don't always follow treatment guidelines. ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 3:12 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: drones used to fight Taliban

In an anonymous aircraft hanger on the Kandahar airbase, one of the most lethal and effective weapons of the Afghan war can be found - the unmanned drones, according to the Wikileaks documents.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 2:56 pm

Wikileaks Afghanistan: Taliban used heat-seeker missiles against Nato helicopter

Taliban insurgents used a heat-seeking missile to down a Nato transport helicopter in Helmand killing a British soldier, five Americans and a Canadian, the documents show.
Source: Latest News, Breaking News and Current News from the UK and World | 26 Jul 2010 | 2:56 pm

Law school professors' tenure in danger?

The American Bar Association is moving ahead with changes in its accreditation system that faculty members fear could erode tenure protections ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 2:50 pm

Gillard's lead looks shaky after debate

CANBERRA - Julia Gillard's future as Australia's first female Prime Minister is becoming increasingly fragile as the second week of the campaign for the August 21 election opens to a horizon of dark omens.The polls have begun...
Source: nzherald.co.nz - World | 26 Jul 2010 | 2:00 pm

EU banks could seek 25 billion euros in capital top-up

LONDON (Reuters) - European banks who only just scraped through a health check could look for over 25 billion euros in new capital, while Spain's smaller lenders set out to reassure investors on Monday that they too can raise funds.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 26 Jul 2010 | 12:33 pm

Boat of recycled plastic bottles ends 4-month Pacific sail

A sailboat largely constructed from 12,500 recycled plastic bottles has completed a 4-month journey across the Pacific Ocean to raise awareness ...

Source: USATODAY.com News | 26 Jul 2010 | 10:05 am