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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Former agent: Only bad spies get caught - CNN International
Globe and Mail | Former agent: Only bad spies get caught CNN International Residents of this home in New Jersey are » |
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Monday, June 28, 2010
States Must Honor Gun Rights, U.S. High Court Says - San Francisco Chronicle
Economist (blog) | States Must Honor Gun Rights, U.S. High Court Says San Francisco Chronicle June 28 (Bloomberg) -- A divided US Supreme Court said the constitutional right to bear arms binds states and cities, as well as the federal government, in a decision that raises questions about gun laws around the country. The ruling doesn't create ... Supreme Court: Second Amendment rights apply across US Supreme Court extends rights of gun owners Supreme Court Gun Rights Decision: A Win or a Setback? |
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Sunday, June 27, 2010
CIA Chief Sees Taliban Power-Sharing as Unlikely - New York Times
Ha'aretz | CIA Chief Sees Taliban Power-Sharing as Unlikely New York Times The director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Leon E. Panetta, expressed strong skepticism on Sunday about the prospects for an Afghanistan deal being pushed by Pakistan between the Afghan government and elements of the Taliban, ... Panetta: Keep Pressure on Taliban |
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Saturday, June 26, 2010
World Cup: US vs. Ghana live game updates - Los Angeles Times
The Guardian | World Cup: US vs. Ghana live game updates Los Angeles Times Can't catch the game on TV, or want to follow along with other soccer fans? Join us here for live updates throughout the second-round game. G'day from the World Cup on a cool night in South Africa. Here in Rustenburg, the music is booming at the Royal ... A Great Goal for the United States, but Not the First or Only Great One Ghana leads US 1-0 at halftime in 2nd round World Cup: Ghana leads US 1-0 in second half |
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Friday, June 25, 2010
Obama claims victory in financial overhaul deal - The Associated Press
Telegraph.co.uk | Obama claims victory in financial overhaul deal The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" House and Senate negotiators reached a dawn agreement Friday on legislation that redefines federal oversight of the financial industry and, following the signing of the health care act in March, adds another milestone to mark the Obama ... Top 3 Changes That Financial Reform Brings To Consumers W » |
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
McChrystal out, Petraeus in - Los Angeles Times
NEWS.com.au | McChrystal out, Petraeus in Los Angeles Times Obama fires the top commander in Afghanistan after McChrystal makes disparaging comments about civilian leaders, published in Rolling Stone. 'I welcome debate, but I won't tolerate division,' the president says. By Julian E. Barnes, Christi Parsons and ... Obama relieves General McChrystal of command afer Rolling Stone article; Gen ... Obama: Petraeus to Replace McChrystal in Afghanistan Five facts about General David Petraeus |
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Is Gen. Stanley McChrystal someone the president can afford to fire? - Washington Post
NDTV.com | Is Gen. Stanley McChrystal someone the president can afford to fire? Washington Post The top US general in Afghanistan was summoned to Washington for a White House meeting after apologizing for flippant and dismissive remarks about top Obama administration officials. By Greg Jaffe and Ernesto Londoño Even some of McChrystal's ... McChrystal, Staff Disparage Team Obama General's future in the balance after remarks Gen. Stanley McChrystal ordered back to DC; White House on possible firing ... |
Monday, June 21, 2010
Joran van der Sloot on Stephany Flores Confession:"I was Tricked" - CBS News
ABC News | Joran van der Sloot on Stephany Flores Confession:"I was Tricked" CBS News AMSTERDAM (CBS/AP) Joran van der Sloot retracted his confession to the murder of Stephany Flores during a prison cell interview with a Dutch newspaper, saying he had been tricked into confessing. "I was very scared and confused during the ... Joran van der Sloot's Mother: "My Son is Sick in His Head" Inside van der Sloot's cell: A thin mattress, a hole for a toilet Natalee Holloway's mother consoles Flores family |
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Sunday, June 20, 2010
Car Bombs Strike Second Major Iraq Bank - New York Times
Reuters | Car Bombs Strike Second Major Iraq Bank New York Times BAGHDAD â€" A pair of car bombs detonated simultaneously outside Iraq's Bank of Trade on Sunday morning, killing 26 people and wounding 52 others in the second attack on a major government financial institution in ... Twin car bomb explosions leave heavy casualties in Baghdad Twin car bombs kill 27 near bank in Baghdad Twin suicide car bombings in central Baghdad kill 26 |
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Saturday, June 19, 2010
For U.S., yuan talk is good, action is better - Reuters
Reuters UK | For U.S., yuan talk is good, action is better Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - China's unexpected pledge on Saturday to » |
Friday, June 18, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Texas Rep. Joe Barton apologizes to BP CEO Tony Hayward over White House's ... - New York Daily News
Daily Mail | Texas Rep. Joe Barton apologizes to BP CEO Tony Hayward over White House's ... New York Daily News BP Tony Hayward (l.) got an unlikely apology from Congressman Joe Barton (R.-Tex.) during Thursday's testimony. How do you think President Obama has handled the oil spill crisis? He was slow to react and hasn't shown firm leadership ... Rep. Joe Barton Apologizes to BP's Tony Hayward Congressman: $20 billion a 'shakedown' of BP by White House US Rep. Joe Barton apologizes to BP CEO for ' $20B shakedown' |
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Obama, demanding action, meets with BP execs - Washington Post
CBC.ca | Obama, demanding action, meets with BP execs Washington Post President Obama launched a White House meeting with BP executives Wednesday morning as oil continued to gush from the ocean floor in the Gulf of Mexico, the latest effort by the administration to seize control of ... Some Oil Spill Events on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 Gulf Coast beaches update Obama Meets With BP Executives |
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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Petraeus Appears to Faint During Senate Hearing - New York Times
New York Daily News | Petraeus Appears to Faint During Senate Hearing New York Times WASHINGTON â€" The commander of American forces in the Middle East. Gen. David H. Petraeus, appeared to swoon or faint briefly during an intense period of questioning by senators Tuesday on whether the military can fulfill President ... Petraeus chokes in Senate hearing Petraeus Slumps Over Desk During Senate Hearing Gen. David Petraeus passes out on Capitol Hill |
Monday, June 14, 2010
BP Bigwigs: Men Behind the Oil Spill Under Pressure - ABC News
CBC.ca | BP Bigwigs: Men Behind the Oil Spill Under Pressure ABC News It has been a tough couple of months for Tony Hayward. As the CEO of BP, the company responsible for the largest oil spill in US history, Hayward has been accused of everything from incompetence to lack of integrity. ... Whither the dead bird, tar b » |
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Sunday, June 13, 2010
Obama Plans to Force BP's Hand on Oil Spill Fund - New York Times
Reuters | Obama Plans to Force BP's Hand on Oil Spill Fund New York Times WASHINGTON â€" President Obama for the first time will address the nation about the ongoing oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday night and outline his plans to leg » |
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Saturday, June 12, 2010
Rescue teams reach stranded teen sailor - CNN
msnbc.com | Rescue teams reach stranded teen sailor CNN By the CNN Wire Staff (CNN) -- A French fishing vessel reached a remote area in the Indian Ocean on Saturday morning to fetch a stranded 16-year-old California girl who lost contact as she tried to circumnavigate the globe in her yacht. ... Teenage sailor Abby Sunderland is rescued by French fishermen French fishing boat rescues stranded Calif. teen Teen sailor Abby Sunderland rescued by French fishermen |
Friday, June 11, 2010
People across Africa celebrate start of World Cup - The Associated Press
Washington Post | People across Africa celebrate start of World Cup The Associated Press JOHANNESBURG â€" From Johannesburg townships to Ghana's sprawling slums, millions of Africans danced in the streets and beamed with pride as the continent's first World Cup kicked off. Only Somalia's Islamic militants tried to spoil Friday's party, ... He doesn't believe an African team will win this World Cup How to drive yourself to the World Cup Mexico vs. South Africa: Who's got the edge in the World Cup opening game? |
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Thursday, June 10, 2010
UND officials impressed by Toews - USA Today
Globe and Mail | UND officials impressed by Toews USA Today GRAND FORKS, ND (AP) â€" Jonathan Toews' (tayvs) college coach isn't surprised that the 22-year-old captain of the Chicago Blackhawks was named playoff MVP after the team wrapped up the Stanley Cup title. University of North Dakota head coach Dave ... Blackhawks' assistant coaches may be in demand Jonathan Toews On Stanley Cup Win Blackhawks Up: Chicago Takes Home the Stanley Cup |
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Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Two Tech Chiefs Triumph in California - Wall Street Journal
ABC News | Two Tech Chiefs Triumph in California W » |
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Russia, Turkey and Iran Meet, Posing Test for US Diplomacy - New York Times
CBC.ca | Russia, Turkey and Iran Meet, Posing Test for US Diplomacy New York Times ISTANBUL â€" Leaders of Russia, Turkey and Iran convened at a security summit meeting in Istanbul on Tuesday in a display of regional power that appeared to be calculated to test the United States just days before a scheduled ... Iran says will not swap U.S. detainees for scientist New UN sanctions will not deter Iran Iran: No plans to swap US prisoners for scientist |
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Monday, June 7, 2010
More leak control helps BP but spill menaces Florida - Reuters
CBC.ca | More leak control helps BP but spill menaces Florida Reuters VENICE, La./LONDON, June 7 (Reuters) - Shares of BP Plc (BP.L) gained on Monday after it announced progress in containing its Gulf of Mexico oil leak but the energy giant still faced tough questions from investors and US ... Skeptical public fears oil-spill health issues Oil spill continues to demand President Obama's time BP Shares Jump on First Major Oil Spill Progress |
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Sunday, June 6, 2010
Gulf Containment Cap Closely Watched in 2nd Day - ABC News
The Guardian | Gulf Containment Cap Closely Watched in 2nd Day ABC News AP By HOLBROOK MOHR and JOHN FLESHER AP Writers BP claims the containment cap is capturing up to half the oil from the well. A containment cap that sucked some of the oil from a blown-out well in the Gulf of Mexico offered a sm » |
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