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CNN Student News Transcript: February 10, 2009 February 9, 2009 at 10:40 pm February 10, 2009 Obama: This isn't your 'run-of-the-mill recession' February 9, 2009 at 10:34 pm President Obama appeared before a national audience Monday night to make the case for his economic stimulus plan, saying this is not your "run-of-the-mill recession." Beating poverty could save coral reef fish, report says February 9, 2009 at 10:25 pm It's not just the number of people fishing, but the level of poverty in a local community that leads to overfishing of coral reefs, according to a new report. Afghan dog finds new life in Britain February 9, 2009 at 10:17 pm His life has never been easy. Born into poverty and war, his ears and tail were chopped off when he was just a few months old in preparation for dog-fighting. He escaped to find a better life, only to be trapped in lonely, sterile quarantine for six months. Liberians facing mass deportation from U.S. February 9, 2009 at 10:06 pm Thousands of Liberians living in the United States face deportation March 31 when a federal immigration status created for humanitarian purposes expires. Offbeat iReports: Your fun and amazing photos February 9, 2009 at 10:06 pm CNN Student News: Ten Questions February 9, 2009 at 10:06 pm February 10, 2009 Transcript: Obama takes questions on economy February 9, 2009 at 10:04 pm President Obama held the first evening press conference of his presidency Monday, with the financial crisis as the main topic. Before taking questions, he gave a brief speech. Here is a transcript of the speech and news conference: Amazon Indians accused of cannibalizing farmer February 9, 2009 at 9:42 pm A city official in the remote Brazilian Amazon village of Envira told CNN that five members of the Kulina tribe are on the run after being accused of murdering, butchering and eating a farmer in a ritual act of cannibalism. Starbucks offers coffee-breakfast combos, cites economy February 9, 2009 at 9:30 pm Starbucks, better known for amusingly complicated premium coffee offerings, took a cue from fast-food chains and announced a plan Monday to sell pairings of coffee and breakfast for $3.95, citing the economic downturn. Lincoln's 'rare eloquences' on display in bicentennial exhibit February 9, 2009 at 9:19 pm The Library of Congress marks 200 years since the birth of Abraham Lincoln on Thursday by opening a special exhibit featuring his handwritten speeches and artifacts, including the Bible used last month by President Obama during his swearing-in. Your say: Is Obama green enough? February 9, 2009 at 8:56 pm It seems that saving the U.S. economy, and greening America, is going to take a staggering amount of money. Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs February 9, 2009 at 8:39 pm Nissan, Japan's third-largest automaker, announced a series of steps Monday to deal with the economic downturn, including slashing its workforce by 20,000. Stimulus bill clears critical hurdle February 9, 2009 at 8:03 pm The Obama administration's $838 billion economic stimulus plan survived a key vote in the Senate, putting a compromise version of the bill on track for passage Tuesday. Comatose woman in euthanasia debate dies February 9, 2009 at 3:35 pm An Italian woman who had been in a coma for 17 years and whose right-to-die case was being debated in the Italian Senate has died, according to her father. Church gunman pleads guilty, avoids death penalty February 9, 2009 at 3:28 pm The man who opened fire in a Tennessee church during a children's play last July, killing two people and wounding six, pleaded guilty Monday in a deal that allows him to avoid the death penalty. Commentary: Let shame be A-Rod's punishment February 9, 2009 at 3:26 pm Congressional hearings rarely produce much news of interest, or much good for the world, but the House Government Reform Committee did a great service to baseball -- and the country -- on March 17, 2005. Teenage terrorist or confused kid -- Gitmo's youngest prisoner February 9, 2009 at 3:02 pm Omar Khadr begged them to do it. Pakistan unsure over identity of man beheaded in Taliban video February 9, 2009 at 2:55 pm Pakistani authorities have not confirmed that a kidnapped Polish engineer is the man that was beheaded on a Taliban video, despite assertions from Polish officials that they are certain the man is Piotr Stanczak. Utah cities on alert as anniversary of 2 slayings hits February 9, 2009 at 2:42 pm Officers in two Utah cities will make extra patrols Monday, the anniversary of the slayings of two women -- one in 2006, one in 2008 -- who investigators believe were killed by the same person. Push to make porn star a senator no stunt, fan says February 9, 2009 at 2:34 pm Fans of porn star Stormy Daniels are drafting her to run for the U.S. Senate seat in Louisiana now held by Republican Sen. David Vitter. And it's no racy gimmick, they say. Legend Scolari sacked as Chelsea manager February 9, 2009 at 2:33 pm Brazilian legend Luiz Felipe Scolari has been sacked as manager by Chelsea after "deteriorating" results and performances, the Premier League club announced on their Web site on Monday. Obama stumps for stimulus in Indiana: 'We can't afford to wait' February 9, 2009 at 2:33 pm Seeking to rekindle last year's election magic, President Obama traded the beltway for the heartland Monday, hitting the road to make the case for his controversial $800 billion stimulus package in a part of the country particularly hard hit by the economic downturn. Witness: Top of Beijing luxury hotel 'exploding' February 9, 2009 at 2:27 pm A massive fire engulfed a newly constructed, unoccupied luxury hotel in central Beijing on Monday night as crowds watched a nearby fireworks display marking the end of Lunar New Year celebrations. Vonn wins 2nd gold at World Ski Championships February 9, 2009 at 2:19 pm American ski queen Lindsey Vonn claimed her second gold medal of the World Championships at Val d'Isere on Monday when she destroyed rivals to triumph in the downhill. Crew of Hudson River plane receives keys to NYC February 9, 2009 at 2:17 pm New York City's mayor helped Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and his four crewmates from US Airways Flight 1549 celebrate a weekend of press conferences, television interviews and grateful reunions by presenting them with the keys to the city Monday. Who will win African footballer of the year? February 9, 2009 at 2:16 pm It is one of the most prestigious awards in world football, one that recognizes some of the finest footballers in the game, whilst alerting the best teams in Europe to a huge pool of untapped talent. Hotel fire rages during Chinese New Year celebrations February 9, 2009 at 2:16 pm Survivors recall escape from Brazil plane crash February 9, 2009 at 2:16 pm A woman who survived a weekend plane crash in Brazil that killed 24 told Monday of struggling to reach a square of light in the submerged plane, while another said she had no doubt she owed her survival to God. Seeing color in sounds has genetic link February 9, 2009 at 2:13 pm When Julian Asher listens to an orchestra, he doesn't just hear music; he also sees it. The sounds of a violin make him see a rich burgundy color, shiny and fluid like a red wine, while a cello's music flows like honey in a golden yellow hue. Paris airports to shut as high winds move in February 9, 2009 at 1:58 pm All airports in the Paris area will be closed to air traffic Monday evening through Tuesday morning due to concerns about the weather, French civil aviation authorities announced. Military: Suicide bomber kills 4 U.S. soldiers in Iraq February 9, 2009 at 1:40 pm A suicide car bombing in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul killed four American soldiers and an interpreter Monday, the U.S. military said. In hard times, you can bet on Vegas February 9, 2009 at 8:20 am A trip to Vegas might sound like a gamble, but deep discounts make it a better bet than it's been in years. Facebook flashmob shuts down station February 9, 2009 at 8:17 am Thousands of dancers jammed a major London train station in a Facebook-driven "flashmob" mimicking an advertisement for a phone company. An explosion, a scream, then silence February 9, 2009 at 8:16 am For 25 agonizing minutes, journalist Norm Beaman did not know whether his wife had perished in wild fires sweeping southern Australia, after he lost mobile phone contact following an explosion and a scream. In rural Alaska villages, families struggle to survive February 9, 2009 at 8:16 am Thousands of villagers in rural Alaska are struggling to survive, forced to choose between keeping their families warm and keeping their stomachs full, residents say. Mexicans turn to voodoo ahead of crucial U.S. match February 9, 2009 at 8:14 am Mexico football fans are adopting voodoo tactics ahead of Wednesday's crucial World Cup Qualifier with regional rivals the United States. Australian PM: Wildfire arson is mass murder February 9, 2009 at 8:08 am Investigators in Australia believe some of the deadly wildfires ravaging dry southeastern bushland may have been set deliberately, a conclusion prompting Australia's prime minister to call such acts "mass murder." Utah cities on alert as anniversary of 2 slayings hits February 9, 2009 at 7:32 am Officers in two Utah cities will make extra patrols Monday, the anniversary of the slayings of two women -- one in 2006, the other in 2008 -- who investigators believe were killed by the same person. Bomb explodes in Madrid after ETA warning February 9, 2009 at 7:31 am A bomb inside a van exploded in northeastern Madrid Monday, after a warning call by the Basque separatist group ETA. The blast caused damage but there were no immediate reports of injury. Oil sludge oozes into Des Plaines River February 9, 2009 at 7:20 am Thousands of gallons of oil sludge are being cleaned up along a 3-mile section of the Des Plaines River early Monday, following a spill a day earlier that had forced a temporary closure of the river. Commentary: Trade Reform That Puts America First February 9, 2009 at 7:06 am While America reels from the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, it is time that we take a deeper look at the root causes of our current predicament. The cold, hard truth is that the unholy alliance between Washington and Wall Street has sold out the American worker and exported our standard of living. Six Americans missing after plane crashes off Puerto Rico February 9, 2009 at 7:02 am Authorities are looking for six U.S. citizens missing since their small plane crashed Sunday off the north coast of Puerto Rico. Chinese military tackles drought crisis February 9, 2009 at 6:50 am The Chinese government brought out the big guns over the weekend to help fight its worst drought in 50 years. Adams axed by struggling Portsmouth February 9, 2009 at 6:24 am English Premier League side Portsmouth have axed manager Tony Adams following a nine-match winless streak in the league that has left the south coast club battling against relegation. On Living Golf in March... February 9, 2009 at 6:06 am March's edition of Living Golf will feature an exclusive interview with arguably the greatest golf coach on the planet, we'll also be teeing up with one of golf's most colorful characters, and be reporting on how the golf industry is continuing to entice customers in such gloomy economic times. 'Slumdog' scoops seven awards at wet BAFTAs February 9, 2009 at 5:14 am Despite the rain, "Slumdog Millionaire" shone brightly at the British Academy Awards Sunday, scooping a clutch of honors. Israel launches fresh Gaza air strikes February 9, 2009 at 4:52 am Israel launched air strikes against a number of targets in Gaza Monday to retaliate against Palestinian militants who have fired a "barrage" of rockets inside the Jewish state in recent days, the military said. Bomber kills 17 in Sri Lankan refugee camp February 9, 2009 at 3:47 am At least 17 people were killed and 45 others wounded Monday when a female suicide bomber blew herself up at a camp where civilians had sought refuge from the fighting between government troops and Tamil rebels in northern Sri Lanka, the defense ministry said.