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‘Family Friendly’ White House Is Less So for Aides4 July 2009, 7:37 am
While the Obamas have promised to accommodate employees with children, the demands of working for the president have made work-family balance elusive. ...
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College Stars Sue Over Likenesses in Video Games4 July 2009, 7:36 am
Players contend the N.C.A.A. and a video game maker should pay college athletes for using their likenesses in popular electronic games. ... -
For Banks, Wads of Cash and Loads of Trouble4 July 2009, 7:32 am
Bulk deposits from brokers, known as hot money, fueled growth at smaller banks across the country, but also led some to the brink, and beyond. ... -
Top Reformers Admitted Plot, Iran Declares4 July 2009, 7:32 am
The Iranian government has made it a practice to publicize confessions from political prisoners, often subject to sleep deprivation, solitary confinement and torture, rights groups say. ... -
Russia to Open Airspace to U.S. for Afghan War4 July 2009, 7:30 am
The move is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations. ... -
Palin Resigning Governor’s Job; Future Unclear4 July 2009, 7:29 am
Gov. Sarah Palin’s move shocked Republicans and fueled renewed speculation about her presidential ambitions and criticism of her political competence. ... -
In Public Housing, Talking Up the Recycling Bin4 July 2009, 5:54 am
In the General Grant Houses in Manhattan, two women are spreading the word about recycling, door by door. ... -
Artwork to Display, or to Enjoy With Eggs4 July 2009, 5:48 am
Goodie bags included in an installation at the 53rd Venice Biennale presented interesting challenges for some art collectors. ...
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North Korea launches short-range missiles4 July 2009, 7:45 am
North Korea fired several short-range missiles toward the Sea of Japan on Saturday, an act that the U.S. watched closely and South Korea called provocative. The recent firings come amid heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula. North Korea conducted a nuclear test in May, fired test rockets and threatened U.S. and South Korean ships near its territorial waters. ... -
New Honduras leaders reject Zelaya's return4 July 2009, 7:14 am
The head of the Organization of American States said Friday he has found no willingness among leaders of Honduras' interim government to return President Jose Manuel Zelaya to power. ... -
Jackson fans face long odds for tickets4 July 2009, 7:01 am
Fans continued to register by the thousands early Saturday, hoping to be among the 8,750 people who will be randomly picked to attend the memorial service for singer Michael Jackson next week. ... -
3 kids among 6 killed in London high-rise fire4 July 2009, 5:15 am
Two children were killed when a fire broke out in a high-rise apartment building in south London on Friday afternoon, officials said. Sixteen people were injured. ... -
Palin: 'I know when it's time to pass the ball'4 July 2009, 4:00 am
Sarah Palin said Friday that she will step down as Alaska's governor by the end of the month. She will not seek election to a second gubernatorial term in 2010. As the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee, Palin had been considered one of the front-runners for the GOP nomination in 2012. ... -
'Serial killer' sought in South Carolina4 July 2009, 2:57 am
The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office on Friday released a second sketch of a man believed to have fatally shot four people in less than a week near Gaffney, South Carolina. "Let me say that, under the FBI's definition of a serial killer, yes, we have a serial killer," Sheriff Bill Blanton said. In addition, Blanton said he did not know whether the shooter knew his victims or whether he may have chosen them at random. ... -
Ex-Iran president seeks to free detainees4 July 2009, 2:18 am
Iranians worried about their loved ones detained in the protests that followed the presidential election got the ear of a former president, who wants the detainees released, an Iranian reformist party newspaper reported on Thursday. ... -
Navy: Sailor slain on sentry duty in California4 July 2009, 2:12 am
A sailor found dead earlier this week at California's Camp Pendleton was shot while standing sentry, and a fire was set in an attempt to cover up evidence, the U.S. Navy said. Although at least one of Seaman August Provost's relatives said she believes he was killed because of his sexual orientation and his race, Navy officials said there was no indication the killing was a hate crime. ... -
Mexican elections are referendum on Calderon4 July 2009, 1:21 am
Mexican President Felipe Calderon will wake up a lame duck Monday. How lame will depend largely on nationwide midterm elections Sunday. ... -
Diprivan risk well-known to doctors4 July 2009, 1:08 am
While authorities do not yet know what killed Michael Jackson, the possibility that anesthetics -- particularly the drug Diprivan -- might be involved continues to swell. Sources close to Jackson told CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta that the singer traveled with an anesthesiologist who would "take him down" at night and "bring him back up" during a tour in the mid-'90s. ...
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N. Korea marks July 4 with missile barrage4 July 2009, 8:43 am
North Korea fired six ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and an apparent message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day.... -
Report: Turkoglu ditches Blazers for Raptors4 July 2009, 6:47 am
Free-agent forward Hedo Turkoglu decided Friday to pass on Portland and is reportedly likely to sign with Toronto for $56 million over five years.... -
Clemens reportedly didn’t test positive in 20034 July 2009, 6:33 am
Roger Clemens’ lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.... -
2 U.S. troops killed, 4 hurt in Afghan blast4 July 2009, 6:30 am
A blast in eastern Afghanistan killed two American troops and wounded four others Saturday, a U.S. military spokeswoman said.... -
Rusty Ramirez hitless in Dodgers’ victory4 July 2009, 6:26 am
Returning from his suspension for violating baseball’s drug policy, Manny Ramirez barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers’ 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday.... -
Palin to resign as Alaska governor4 July 2009, 4:06 am
Sarah Palin announced Friday she plans to resign as governor of Alaska in a few weeks, saying she will try to "affect positive change" from outside government.... -
Honduras says won't restore president4 July 2009, 3:14 am
Honduras' Supreme Court rebuffed a personal appeal from the Americas' top international diplomat Friday, refusing to restore ousted President Manuel Zelaya before a Saturday deadline.... -
Jackson says he’ll return for another Lakers run4 July 2009, 1:50 am
Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.... -
Mystery surrounds missing star Cuban pitcher4 July 2009, 12:58 am
Chapman is considered to be No. 1 left-handed prospect in world... -
Chestnut, Kobayashi face off again in eat-off4 July 2009, 12:48 am
Coney kings hot-dogged it for the cameras yesterday, mustering tough-guy poses and stare downs at the weigh-in for Saturday's traditional July 4th hot-dog eating contest....
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Locals watch a swelling river due to recent rainstorms in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region July 4, 2009.... -
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People make their way across a flooded street on a boat in Rongshui, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region July 3, 2009.... -
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File photo taken April 29, 2009 shows a replica of North Korea's Scud-B missile displayed at the Korea War Memorial in Seoul.... -
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Organization of American States (OAS) chief Jose Miguel Insulza (L) addresses a news conference at a hotel in downtown Tegucigalpa July 3, 2009.... -
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Organization of American States (OAS) chief Jose Miguel Insulza (L) arrives for a news conference at a hotel in downtown Tegucigalpa July 3, 2009.... -
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Organization of American States (OAS) chief Jose Miguel Insulza (L) addresses a news conference at a hotel in downtown Tegucigalpa July 3, 2009.... -
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Organization of American States (OAS) chief Jose Miguel Insulza leaves an elevator after a news conference at a hotel in downtown Tegucigalpa July 3, 2009.... -
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This undated handout photo released by the Korean Central News Agency on January 5, 2009 shows a missile-firing drill at an undisclosed location in North Korea.... -
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 03: Fans pose in front of a sign after a news conference announcing plans for a public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center on July 3, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.... -
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 03: Members of the media wait for a news conference announcing plans for a public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center on July 3, 2009 in Los Angeles, California....
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Many Iranians unconvinced about poll result - cleric
(Reuters)4 July 2009, 8:36 am
Reuters - A senior pro-reform cleric said many Iranians remained unconvinced about President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's re-election because of voting "ambiguities" and the government could face problems, an Internet statement said.... -
Dodgers' Ramirez hitless in return from suspension
(AP)4 July 2009, 8:33 am
AP - Manny Ramirez is back in the big leagues, looking like a guy who missed 50 games. Returning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, the Los Angeles slugger barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.... -
Palin resignation leaves questions on 2012 run
(AP)4 July 2009, 8:28 am
AP - Even for a nonconformist, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has defied political logic with her sudden, stunning announcement to leave office more than a year early.... -
SKorea says North fires 6 missiles off east coast
(AP)4 July 2009, 8:26 am
AP - North Korea fired six ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and an apparent message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day.... -
2 US troops die in attack on base in Afghanistan
(AP)4 July 2009, 8:14 am
AP - Militants exploded a vehicle outside the gates of a U.S. coalition base in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, sparking a two-hour gunbattle that ended when American troops called in airstrikes, officials said. Two U.S. troops were killed and four were wounded.... -
Powerful sedative found in Michael Jackson's home
(AP)4 July 2009, 8:11 am
AP - Questions about Michael Jackson's use of prescription drugs are intensifying after a powerful sedative was found inside his home.... -
North Korea defies U.S. with new missile launches
(Reuters)4 July 2009, 8:08 am
Reuters - North Korea fired six ballistic missiles on Saturday, South Korea's defense ministry said, in an act of defiance toward the United States that further stoked regional tensions already high due to its nuclear test in May.... -
Michelle Obama bringing glamor to Moscow
(AP)4 July 2009, 7:58 am
AP - Michelle Obama brings her superstar glamor to Moscow this weekend as she accompanies her husband on his summit with the Russian president.... -
Iranian hardliner calls opposition leader US agent
(AP)4 July 2009, 7:57 am
AP - A top aide of Iran's supreme leader called the country's main opposition figure a U.S. agent and accused him of committing crimes against the nation in an editorial Saturday.... -
Myanmar junta blocks UN chief from meeting Suu Kyi
(AFP)4 July 2009, 7:56 am
AFP - UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said he was "deeply disappointed" after the reclusive chief of Myanmar's military junta refused to let him meet pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi....
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Six die in London tower block fire4 July 2009, 8:52 am
An investigation is under way after three adults and three children were killed by a fire in a tower block in south London.... -
North Korea missile tests defy UN4 July 2009, 8:24 am
North Korea test-fires six short-range missiles in an apparent act of defiance on 4 July, American Independence Day.... -
UK investigates Iran charge claim4 July 2009, 8:13 am
The British Foreign Office says it is trying to verify reports that one of its embassy employees held in Iran has been charged.... -
Chechen police die in Ingushetia4 July 2009, 7:58 am
Nine Chechen police are killed in Russia's volatile republic of Ingushetia in one of the deadliest attacks in recent months.... -
Nose job4 July 2009, 7:34 am
Kiev questions future of damaged Lenin statue... -
Another surprise4 July 2009, 7:15 am
Profile of Alaska's maverick governor Sarah Palin... -
Tour in town4 July 2009, 6:25 am
French village gears up for cycling's greatest race... -
BT offers holidays for pay cuts4 July 2009, 6:16 am
Phone giant BT offers staff the chance of long holidays in return for a big pay cut, in a bid to cut costs during the downturn.... -
Jackson tickets via internet draw4 July 2009, 5:51 am
Tickets for a memorial service for Michael Jackson in Los Angeles will be made available via the internet, organisers reveal.... -
UK forces 'encounter few Taliban'4 July 2009, 5:18 am
British forces on a major operation in Afghanistan say they have encountered little resistance from the Taliban....
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Alaska's governor Sarah Palin resigns, dooming her presidential ... - New York Daily News4 July 2009, 8:36 am
Telegraph.co.ukAlaska's governor Sarah Palin resigns, dooming her presidential ...New York Daily NewsSarah Palin announces that she is resigning as Governor of Alaska. Some Republican insiders say this dooms any hopes of a presidential bid. She must think it's best for Alaska, she always puts her state first. ...Palin stepping down as Alaska governorSan Francisco ChroniclePalin to resign as governor of Alaska July 26Worcester TelegramWith Palin Leaving Office, the Spotlight on Alaska Is ... -
Two US soldiers killed in Afghanistan fighting - AFP4 July 2009, 8:15 am
BBC NewsTwo US soldiers killed in Afghanistan fightingAFPKHOST, Afghanistan (AFP) — Two US soldiers and up to 32 militants died in fighting in eastern Afghanistan, as Marines battling in the south pressed one of their biggest assaults of the eight-year war. The US military said two American soldiers were ...UK forces 'encounter few Taliban'BBC NewsSuicide bomber attacks foreign base in Afghan eastReuters2 US troops killed in Afghanistan blast, 4 injuredThe Associated PressAljazeera.net... -
UK investigates Iran charge claim - BBC News4 July 2009, 8:14 am
guardian.co.ukUK investigates Iran charge claimBBC NewsThe British Foreign Office says it is investigating newspaper reports that one of the UK embassy workers detained in Iran has been formally charged. The Guardian says the embassy's chief political analyst has been accused of "acting against national ...Trial Announced for British Embassy StaffWashington PostEU resolve hardens as British workers face Iran show trialTimes OnlineIranian cleric says British Embassy employees will be tri... -
Medvedev sees 'new prospects' for US-Russia ties - AFP4 July 2009, 8:01 am
Telegraph.co.ukMedvedev sees 'new prospects' for US-Russia tiesAFPMOSCOW (AFP) — President Dmitry Medvedev said he expected the visit to Moscow next week of his US counterpart Barack Obama to open up new prospects for US-Russia relations. "We expect that concrete results will be reached at the summit which will open ...Anti-Americanism plays in RussiaLos Angeles TimesRussia loosens clasp on ngos ahead of Obama visitReutersObama's visit to Russia a testSeattle TimesBBC News&nbs... -
Honduras Pulls Out of OAS - Voice of America4 July 2009, 7:44 am
Telegraph.co.ukHonduras Pulls Out of OASVoice of AmericaBy VOA News The new government of Honduras says it no longer recognizes the charter of the Organization of American States and is withdrawing its membership from the group. Honduras made the announcement late Friday, a day before the OAS was due to ...Honduras' new leaders reject appeal for Zelaya's returnCNN InternationalOfficials Refuse to Restore Ousted LeaderWashington PostEnvoy Seeks Ousted Honduran President's ReturnNew Yo... -
North Korea Launches Several Missiles Off Its Eastern Coast - Voice of America4 July 2009, 7:39 am
Jakarta PostNorth Korea Launches Several Missiles Off Its Eastern CoastVoice of AmericaBy VOA News South Korea's Defense Ministry says North Korea launched five missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, following similar tests earlier this week. The Yonhap news agency quotes military officials as saying the missiles appear to be a type of ...North Korea Tests Ballistic MissilesNew York TimesNorth Korea missile tests defy UNBBC NewsNorth Korea Launches 5 Missiles Off Its East CoastWashington P... -
Myanmar denies UN chief a visit with Suu Kyi - CNN International4 July 2009, 7:09 am
Telegraph.co.ukMyanmar denies UN chief a visit with Suu KyiCNN International(CNN) -- United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon was denied permission to see Myanmar pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, reporters traveling with the secretary-general said Saturday. Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been held in confinement ...U2 asks fans to support Myanmar's Aung San Suu KyiThe Associated PressMyanmar Denies UN Chief a MeetingNew York TimesUN secretary-general defends his approach to the... -
Demjanjuk said to be fit for trial - Philadelphia Inquirer4 July 2009, 7:06 am
Straits TimesDemjanjuk said to be fit for trialPhiladelphia InquirerMUNICH - John Demjanjuk moved one step closer to another trial after German prosecutors said yesterday that doctors had deemed the 89-year-old fit to go to court on charges of being accessory to murder at the Sobibor Nazi death camp. ...Germany: Demjanjuk Cleared for TrialNew York TimesAccused war criminal Demjanjuk 'fit to stand trial'CNN InternationalProsecutors: Demjanjuk fit to stand trialThe Associated PressThe Plai... -
How Sanford spent state money on last year's Argentina trip - MiamiHerald.com4 July 2009, 4:34 am
Los Angeles TimesHow Sanford spent state money on last year's Argentina tripMiamiHerald.comGov. Mark Sanford heavily mixed business and pleasure during a three-day trip in 2008 to Argentina to visit his lover, records released by the South Carolina Department of Commerce show. Sanford has reimbursed taxpayers about $3300 ...Sanford spending holiday weekend with family in FloridaCNN InternationalSC residents mixed over fate of cheating govThe Associated PressSouth Carolina Finds No Misuse of ... -
Today in History - July 4 - The Associated Press4 July 2009, 4:11 am
Boston GlobeToday in History - July 4The Associated PressToday is Saturday, July 4, the 185th day of 2009. There are 180 days left in the year. This is Independence Day. Today's Highlight in History: On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. On this date: In 1802, ...Fun Fourth of July Facts: A Pop Quiz!CBS NewsAn '09 declaration of reasons for celebrationDetroit Free PressThe real meaning of the Fourth of JulyDaily CommercialExaminer.com -Ar...
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Did an embezzlement scandal force Sarah Palin to resign?4 July 2009, 7:10 am
The gist of the rumor is that an Alaska building company called Spenard Building Supplies (SBS) was awarded a contract by Palin to build a hockey arena in Wasilla, AK, and in return, SBS helped construct Palin’s home.... -
'Iran Trial' for UK Embassy Staff4 July 2009, 4:50 am
Some UK embassy staff detained in Tehran and accused of inciting protests after disputed elections will face trial, a top Iranian cleric says.... -
Risks, Benefits Of Securitization Under Scrutiny4 July 2009, 4:10 am
These days, almost anytime someone borrows to fund a business, buy a car or get a mortgage, the debt gets repackaged into a security that can be bought or sold like a stock. But critics say abuses in the securitization market helped bring about the housing meltdown.... -
The Bank Anger tour across the blogosphere4 July 2009, 12:40 am
Now, I know that it's nothing new to blast a bank on a blog, or trash it on Twitter or spread your fury about their practices on Facebook, but with bank fees climbing and climbing (overdraft fees are estimated to cost Americans $38.5 billion this year), I went on my own little Internet tour today, looking around for reactions to banking fees...... -
Taliban Slip Away From Afghanistan Surge Battle - WSJ.com4 July 2009, 12:20 am
The U.S. embarked on a large offensive in southern Afghanistan Thursday in which one Marine was killed, while in the east the military mobilized to recover a soldier apparently captured by the Taliban.... -
The Cost of Doing Something3 July 2009, 9:40 pm
Declaiming the price of "inaction" is a perennial argument for big government and bad law.... -
Goldman Sachs created every major economic bubble since 19303 July 2009, 9:11 pm
They use the same playbook over and over again: Goldman positions itself in the middle of a speculative bubble, selling investments they know are crap. When it all goes bust, leaving millions of ordinary citizens broke and starving, they begin the entire process over again.... -
Alaska Governor Sarah Palin will not run for re-election3 July 2009, 8:30 pm
Palin has scheduled a 3 p.m. ET news conference at her home in Wasilla. The governor’s office offered no further details about the subject of the news conference, but the sources tells CNN that Palin will announce her decision to forgo another run.... -
Most violent country in Europe: Britain worse than US and SA3 July 2009, 5:20 pm
The figures from EC and UN reports come on the day new Home Secretary Alan Johnson makes his first major speech on crime, promising to be tough on loutish behaviour.... -
Ruth Madoff Evicted From Her $7 Million Home3 July 2009, 4:01 pm
U.S. Marshalls changed the locks and evicted Ruth Madoff from her luxury Penthouse apartment today, six months after her husband, Bernard Madoff, confessed to running the largest Ponzi scheme in history....
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Palin's Future Up in the Air4 July 2009, 9:45 am
Insiders wonder if Palin's departure as governor is a move toward the White House, or the end of her political career• Palin: 'Right Path for Alaska' | VIDEO | FULL COVERAGE• Vanity Fair Article Reignites Feud | PHOTOS• PHOTOS: Palin's Most Controversial Moments... -
Group Sotomayor Belonged to Sued Over Job Tests4 July 2009, 9:45 am
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Key N.Y. Dem Tells Obama to Keep Out Senate Race- Obama to Dodge Dad's Homeland on Africa Trip4 July 2009, 9:45 am
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North Korea Fires 6 Missiles Off Eastern Coast4 July 2009, 9:30 am
North Korea fired six ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and an apparent message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day.... -
Aide to Iran's Supreme Leader Calls Mousavi a U.S. Agent4 July 2009, 9:17 am
A top aide of Iran's supreme leader called the country's main opposition figure a U.S. agent and accused him of committing crimes against the nation in an editorial Saturday.... -
Honduras Leaves OAS After Body Decries Coup4 July 2009, 8:38 am
Honduras will no longer recognize the Organization of American States charter, claiming the diplomatic body attempted to impose "unilateral and indignant resolutions" on a new government that took power in a coup.... -
Report: Clemens Didn't Test Positive in 20034 July 2009, 8:31 am
Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.... -
Burma Denies U.N. Chief's Second Request to See Suu Kyi4 July 2009, 8:10 am
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said Saturday he was "deeply disappointed" after Burma's military ruler rejected his second and final request to meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.... -
2 U.S. Troops Killed, 4 Wounded in Afghan Blast4 July 2009, 7:21 am
A blast in eastern Afghanistan killed two American troops and wounded four others Saturday, a U.S. military spokeswoman said.... -
Released Child Killer Moves to N.H. Town, Outrages Residents4 July 2009, 12:26 am
New Hampton, N.H., residents are outraged they weren't told convicted child killer Raymond Guay moved to town two months ago....
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Analysis: Once Again, the Enigma That Is Sarah Palin Plays It by Her Rules4 July 2009, 4:00 am
Sarah Palin demonstrated once again yesterday that she is one of America's most unconventional politicians, following an unpredictable path to an uncertain future. ... -
Sarah Palin to Resign as Alaska Governor, Citing Probes and Family Needs4 July 2009, 4:00 am
Sarah Palin, the Republican Alaska governor who captivated the nation with a combative brand of folksy politics, announced her resignation yesterday in characteristic fashion: She stood on her back lawn in Wasilla, speaking into a single microphone, accompanied by friends and neighbors in baseball... ... -
Young Baghdad Diarist Serves as Witness to War4 July 2009, 4:00 am
BAGHDAD The words are as simple as they are profound. ... -
Loved Ones Mourn Kelly and Sloane Murray, Who Died When a Branch Hit Their Van4 July 2009, 4:00 am
If it had only taken a few moments more to herd seven wet children into the silver Toyota Sienna minivan. If one of the girls had announced that her sandal was missing and a couple of minutes had been spent retrieving it. If the summer storm that hit Connecticut Avenue had managed to gum up traffic... ... -
Autoworkers Pick Up New Skills But Downshift to Lower Pay4 July 2009, 4:00 am
WARREN, Mich. -- Big, burly and a "car guy" since high school, Tom Persinger worked for years at General Motors. Now he's a nurse's aide. ...
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Many Iranians unconvinced about poll result - cleric4 July 2009, 8:38 am
TEHRAN (Reuters) - A senior pro-reform cleric said many Iranians remained unconvinced about President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's re-election because of voting "ambiguities" and the government could face problems, an Internet statement said. ... -
Massive demand for Jackson memorial tickets4 July 2009, 8:26 am
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - More than half a million fans from around the world applied for 17,500 free tickets to Michael Jackson's public memorial service next week, organizers said on Friday as a massive security operation got underway. ... -
North Korea defies U.S. with new missile launches4 July 2009, 8:08 am
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea fired six ballistic missiles on Saturday, South Korea's defense ministry said, in an act of defiance toward the United States that further stoked regional tensions already high due to its nuclear test in May. ... -
Palin resigning as Alaska governor in surprise move4 July 2009, 7:46 am
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Reuters) - Sarah Palin, the brash, deeply conservative governor of Alaska who crashed onto the U.S. national political scene last year as the Republican candidate for U.S. vice president, announced abruptly on Friday she was resigning as governor. ... -
OAS set to suspend Honduras as it renounces charter4 July 2009, 6:49 am
TEGUCIGALPA (Reuters) - The Organization of American States prepared to suspend Honduras on Saturday after a caretaker government refused to restore ousted President Manuel Zelaya and defiantly renounced the OAS charter in an apparent preemptive move. ... -
Putin rejects Obama criticism before meeting3 July 2009, 7:08 pm
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on Friday rejected U.S. President Barack Obama's charge that he was mired in Cold War thinking, setting the scene for a stormy first meeting at a Moscow summit next week. ... -
U.S. sounds out Arabs on Israel gestures: diplomats3 July 2009, 6:47 pm
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - The United States and its Western allies are sounding out Arab governments to see if they might ease sanctions on Israel if it stopped building Jewish settlements on Palestinian territory, diplomats said on Friday. ... -
U.S. drone kills 10 in Pakistan, copter crash kills 263 July 2009, 6:45 pm
WANA, Pakistan (Reuters) - A U.S. drone aircraft fired missiles on Friday into Pakistan's South Waziristan region, killing 10 militants, officials said, ahead of an expected Pakistani military offensive in the area. ... -
Israeli sub sails Suez, signaling reach to Iran3 July 2009, 5:27 pm
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - An Israeli submarine sailed the Suez Canal to the Red Sea as part of a naval drill last month, defense sources said on Friday, describing the unusual maneuver as a show of strategic reach in the face of Iran. ... -
Medici lawyer says Kohn didn't get Madoff payments3 July 2009, 5:17 pm
NEW YORK/VIENNA (Reuters) - Austrian fund manager Sonja Kohn did not receive any kickbacks from Bernard Madoff to steer Bank Medici customer funds to the swindler's investment business, a Medici lawyer said on Friday. ...
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S. Korea: N. Korea fires six test missiles4 July 2009, 8:42 am
North Korea fired six ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and ... ... -
Iran supreme leader adviser calls Mousavi a U.S. agent4 July 2009, 7:55 am
A top aide of Iran's supreme leader called the country's main opposition figure a U.S. agent and accused him of committing crimes ... ... -
Alaska Gov. Palin, ex-VP nominee, resigning4 July 2009, 6:42 am
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, the former Republican vice presidential nominee, abruptly announced she is resigning from office at ... ... -
Military: 2 U.S. troops killed, 4 wounded in Afghanistan blast4 July 2009, 6:22 am
A blast in eastern Afghanistan killed two American troops and wounded four others Saturday, a U.S. military spokeswoman said. ... -
Honduras rejects OAS appeal to restore president4 July 2009, 5:09 am
Honduras rebuffed a personal appeal from the Americas' top international diplomat Friday, refusing to reinstate President Manuel ... ... -
Group Sotomayor belonged to sued over job tests4 July 2009, 1:52 am
Newly available documents show that a civil rights group advised by Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor brought several discrimination ... ... -
Prosecutors: Demjanjuk fit to stand trial4 July 2009, 1:00 am
John Demjanjuk moved one step closer to another trial after German prosecutors said doctors had deemed the 89-year-old fit to ... ... -
Outgoing Alaska Gov. Palin plans to stay visible4 July 2009, 12:20 am
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin plans to remain extremely visible and will give serious consideration to running for president in 2012, ... ... -
VP Biden urges Iraqis to make political progress3 July 2009, 11:32 pm
Vice President Biden pressed Iraqi leaders Friday to do more to foster national reconciliation and offered U.S. assistance in ... ... -
Four Michigan fishermen missing on Lake Erie3 July 2009, 10:50 pm
The U.S. Coast Guard and others are searching Lake Erie for four Michigan fishermen whose 19-foot (6-meter) boat set sail a day ... ...
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Is Palin Eyeing 2012 Presidential Run?4 July 2009, 4:30 am
Alaska Governor Makes Surprise Announcement that She Is Resigning from Office ... -
Honduras Rejects Appeal to Restore Leader4 July 2009, 4:30 am
Supreme Court, Other Political Figures Shut Down Request from Organization of American States ... -
Most Dangerous Job In The World?4 July 2009, 12:30 am
Movie Seeks to put a Human Face on Unit that Dismantles IEDs ... -
Powerful Sedative Found in Jackson's Home3 July 2009, 7:00 am
Anesthetic Used in Operating Rooms to Induce Unconsciousness Discovered at Singer's Residence, Police Said ... -
Marines Push Deeper into S. Afghan Towns3 July 2009, 12:30 pm
One Marine Killed, Several Injured in Helmand Province Operation; Little Resistance from Taliban Reported ... -
Analysis: Palin Was Fed Up4 July 2009, 1:37 am
Alaska Governor Struggled With an Inhospitably Post-Campaign Environment ... -
Is Palin Eyeing 2012 Presidential Run?4 July 2009, 4:30 am
Alaska Governor Makes Surprise Announcement that She Is Resigning from Office ... -
Sarah Palin To Resign As Alaska Governor4 July 2009, 3:00 am
At Hastily Convened Press Conference Says She Will Not Run for 2nd Term, Mum On Future Plans ... -
500M Hits for Jackson Memorial Tix4 July 2009, 3:30 am
Fans May Register Online for Random Drawing of 17,500 Free Tickets; Family Announces Worldwide Streaming Video of Event ... -
Washington Unplugged: Arne Duncan Gets Real3 July 2009, 6:30 pm
Bob Schieffer Talks With Arne Duncan And Lewis Black At Aspen Ideas Fest ...
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How Should Europe Respond to Iran?4 July 2009, 8:32 am
In the wake of Iran's disputed elections, Tehran has turned on Europe. Now the E.U. has a decision to make: Get tough or keep talking?... -
Honduras Braces for a Protracted Fight4 July 2009, 5:15 am
Despite a looming deadline, nobody expects a political crisis symptomatic of the brittleness of Central American democracy to resolve any time soon... -
Does the E.U.'s Airline Blacklist Make Flying Safer?4 July 2009, 5:15 am
In the wake of the Yemenia Airways crash that killed 152 on Tuesday, the E.U. considers putting the airline on its safety standards blacklist. But will that keep air travelers safe in the skies?... -
In Liberia, President Johnson Sirleaf's Past Sullies her Clean Image4 July 2009, 5:15 am
In its final report released yesterday, Liberia's Truth and Reconciliation Commission makes the surprising recommendation that President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa's first elected woman president, should not serve in government for 30 years... -
What Happened to the Stimulus?4 July 2009, 4:00 am
The Administration's $787 billion booster shot is not the magic bullet some had expected. Inside the White House operation to fix that... -
Why Sarah Palin Quit4 July 2009, 4:00 am
Although her stated reasons are hard to pin down, insiders say the Alaska governor's decision is unlikely to lead to a presidential run in 2012... -
This Preposterous Week! Paul Slansky's News Index4 July 2009, 3:30 am
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Michael Jackson Gets His Requiem4 July 2009, 3:30 am
A celebration of the life of the King of Pop is scheduled for Los Angeles next week, with tickets available free, for those lucky enough to win a lottery... -
How California's Fiscal Woes Began: A Crisis 30 Years in the Making4 July 2009, 3:30 am
Back in 1978, Proposition 13 was a boon to property to owners but it was a slow but sure carcinogen to the body politic. Now the patient is in dire straits... -
New Plan for College Loans: Income-Based Repayment4 July 2009, 3:30 am
A new federal plan with caps monthly payments aims to kick private lenders out of the market...