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Michigan lawmaker sets record with 53 years on the job February 11, 2009 at 8:01 am Bored by your job? Feel like nothing ever changes? Try doing the same thing for 53 years and 2 months. Six new boutique hostels February 11, 2009 at 7:56 am Forget everything you thought you knew about hostels. These six new spots come with designer credits, private and shared rooms, restaurants and some of the coolest furniture on the planet. Flashy Miami has unpretentious local flavor, too February 11, 2009 at 7:54 am The Miami area seems to be enjoyed most by people who live somewhere else. How do you get to 'Sesame Street'? February 11, 2009 at 7:54 am "Sesame Street" may not be a real place, but tell that to some of the people Michael Davis met when researching and talking about his new book, "Street Gang." Adebayor wins African Footballer of the Year Award February 11, 2009 at 7:44 am Emmanuel Adebayor was Tuesday crowned African football player of the year. Deadly tornadoes rip through parts of Oklahoma February 11, 2009 at 7:42 am The severe storms that uprooted trees, demolished homes and killed at least eight people in central Oklahoma on Tuesday are expected to weaken Wednesday, authorities said. Kadima, Likud claim mandate to govern February 11, 2009 at 7:37 am The leaders of Israel's two largest parties jockeyed to form ruling coalitions Wednesday, each claiming a mandate to govern as unofficial election results indicated a virtual tie between them. Global alert issued for 85 terror suspects February 11, 2009 at 7:33 am Interpol has issued a rare global security alert for 85 suspected al Qaeda-linked terrorists wanted by Saudi Arabia. Borger: Obama's presidency a balancing act February 11, 2009 at 7:23 am It is not unusual for a presidential candidate to try to win friends and influence voters. That's what elections are about, so we tend to excuse political posturing when we see it -- because we have come to expect a certain amount of it. Besides, we like people who pay attention to us. Commentary: We can't spend our way to economic salvation February 11, 2009 at 7:06 am I have been a congressman for 35 days. Tsvangirai sworn in as Zimbabwe PM February 11, 2009 at 6:53 am Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai was sworn in as prime minister of Zimbabwe Wednesday as part of a new unity government that Zimbabweans hope will signal an end to the political and economic crises that have gripped the nation for months. Airport uses radar, noise to prevent bird strikes February 11, 2009 at 6:53 am The next time you land safely in Seattle, you may want to thank Steve Osmek. Commentary: Questions back home about stimulus plan February 11, 2009 at 6:42 am Members of Congress wear two hats: one as Washington legislator, the other as listener and community leader back home. Militant attacks in Afghanistan leave 23 dead February 11, 2009 at 6:23 am Taliban militants carried out a series of coordinated attacks on government buildings in Afghanistan Wednesday, killing at least 23 people and wounding 69 others. Head of Azerbaijan air force killed February 11, 2009 at 6:18 am The head of Azerbaijan's air force was fatally shot outside his home Wednesday morning, two independent news agencies reported. Arsonists start new bushfires in Australia February 11, 2009 at 6:14 am New fires blamed on arsonists hit Australia Wednesday as the toll from deadly blazes was likely to rise on the macabre discovery that charred remains initially identified as single bodies were in fact couples fused together by the heat. Wedding row leads to beheadings in India February 11, 2009 at 6:04 am Eight people were killed and their mutilated bodies thrown into a river over a wedding not approved by the couple's families in eastern India, police said Wednesday. Murders shock super-yacht industry February 11, 2009 at 6:03 am The murders of two super-yacht staff within a fortnight have shaken the luxury yacht industry and sparked calls for crews to exercise extreme caution. Second Swiss bank loses billions February 11, 2009 at 5:19 am Switzerland's Credit Suisse has joined the list of banks revealing disastrous results for 2008 after it reported losses of $7.1 billion (8.2 billion Swiss francs). Brain scan may reveal risk for Alzheimer's disease February 10, 2009 at 6:06 pm Brain scans may identify which patients suffering from mild cognitive impairment, or MCI, are likely to progress to Alzheimer's disease, and who will probably not develop the disease, according to a new study. The findings, published in the journal Radiology, could help in developing new drugs for Alzheimer's. More than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, about 3.5 million have mild cognitive impairment. Businesses in depressed Indiana town doubt Washington can help February 10, 2009 at 6:03 pm Surviving economically in downtrodden Elkhart, Indiana, may require doing some things you don't want to do. Man arrested at Capitol after Obama threat February 10, 2009 at 6:00 pm Police arrested a man near the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday after he drove up to one of the building's barricades with a rifle in his vehicle and told officers that he had a delivery for President Obama, a Senate spokesman said. Group pledges to fight GOP senators who support stimulus February 10, 2009 at 5:50 pm An influential conservative political action committee is pledging to support primary challenges to any Republican senator who backs the economic stimulus package -- the latest public show of dissatisfaction from the right over the massive measure before Congress. City duo Elano and Robinho tame Italy February 10, 2009 at 5:28 pm Manchester City duo Elano and Robinho fired Brazil to a 2-0 victory in their prestige friendly international against world champions Italy at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on Tuesday. Ex-mayor pleads innocent to sex charges in Wisconsin February 10, 2009 at 5:23 pm A former mayor of a city in southeast Wisconsin pleaded innocent Tuesday to charges of child pornography, solicitation of a minor and related counts, a prosecutor said. Flight 1549 crew: Hudson landing still on our minds February 10, 2009 at 5:04 pm Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger says he'll take to the skies again -- as soon as he can shake Flight 1549 out of his head. Reports: Cancún police chief questioned in general's killing February 10, 2009 at 4:50 pm The police chief in Cancún has been relieved of his duties and placed under house arrest while he is investigated in the killing of a retired Mexican general who had been the area's anti-drug chief for less than 24 hours, Mexican media are reporting. Gates: Obama to decide on Afghanistan troops in 'days' February 10, 2009 at 4:44 pm President Barack Obama will likely make a decision on sending additional troops to Afghanistan "in the course of the next few days," Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Tuesday. DA's office sends Chris Brown case back to police February 10, 2009 at 4:36 pm The Los Angeles District Attorney's Office asked police to do more investigative work before a decision is made on whether more charges will be filed in the domestic violence case against singer Chris Brown, according to a spokeswoman for the DA. For House and Senate, it's time to compromise February 10, 2009 at 4:35 pm Now that the Senate has passed its economic recovery package, it's time for the really hard part: trying to reconcile the differences between the House and Senate versions of the plan. U.S. might rethink missile shield if Iran shifts, Clinton signals February 10, 2009 at 4:25 pm Secretary of State Hillary Clinton signaled Tuesday that the United States might rethink plans for a missile defense shield in Europe if Iran decides against pursuing nuclear weapons. Ahmadinejad: Iran welcomes Obama overtures February 10, 2009 at 4:17 pm Iran's president said Tuesday his country welcomes talks with the United States "in a fair atmosphere with mutual respect." A celebrity breakup, then a fishy disappearance February 10, 2009 at 3:56 pm Former lighting technician Patrick McDermott, best known as Olivia Newton-John's boyfriend of nine years, mysteriously disappeared July 1, 2005. Analysis: Israel looking for an Obama February 10, 2009 at 3:55 pm Talk to Israeli voters, and you hear disillusionment. Murray rediscovers touch in Rotterdam February 10, 2009 at 3:47 pm Andy Murray left his Australian Open disappointment behind as he moved into the second round of the Rotterdam Open with a 6-3 6-2 win over Ivan Ljubicic on Tuesday. Brain scan may reveal risk for Alzheimer's disease February 10, 2009 at 3:22 pm Key structural changes have been identified in the brain images of some patients with mild cognitive impairment which could help determine who's at greatest risk for developing Alzheimer's disease. Tests show 'possible' salmonella at Texas plant February 10, 2009 at 3:13 pm Tests show products at a Peanut Corporation of America subsidiary in Texas may be tainted with salmonella, state health authorities said on Tuesday. Champagne celebration falls flat for Vonn February 10, 2009 at 11:36 am Double world champion Lindsey Vonn has cut her right thumb while opening a bottle of champagne in celebration of her downhill gold in Val d'Isere. Hamas tortured, killed Palestinians, rights group charges February 10, 2009 at 11:29 am Amnesty International has accused Hamas militants in Gaza of kidnapping, killing and torturing fellow Palestinians they accuse of spying for Israel, the organization announced Tuesday. This week on Marketplace Middle East February 10, 2009 at 11:27 am Facetime with Khalid Abdulla-Janahi, Chairman, Ithmaar Bank Dressing the stars is other fierce Oscar race February 10, 2009 at 11:19 am On Academy Awards night, the biggest speculation is still about whose name is in the envelope. But the most-asked question has become, "Who are you wearing?" Frustration for survivors as Australian bushfires smolder February 10, 2009 at 11:15 am As fires smoldered and sometimes raged across sections of the scarred landscape Tuesday, rescue officials in Victoria attempted to offer solace to hundreds burned out of their homes and frustrated at being unable to return. Australian bushfire survivor films aftermath of deadly firestorm February 10, 2009 at 11:14 am Through a smoky haze, flames continue to dance around the remains of a house, a shed and the blackened trunks of trees on remarkable video footage filmed moments after a firestorm swept through the rural Victorian town of Kinglake, Australia. Rihanna postpones Friday show February 10, 2009 at 11:13 am Rihanna postponed a concert in Malaysia that was set for Friday night, according to the show's promoter, following reports that she was allegedly assaulted by boyfriend Chris Brown. Giant horse to tower over UK countryside February 10, 2009 at 11:08 am A sculpture of a giant white horse taller than the Statue of Liberty is set to tower over the countryside as part of an unusual scheme to help revive the fortunes of a depressed region of England. More than 1,000 attend Caylee's memorial service February 10, 2009 at 11:07 am More than 1,000 mourners from Florida and beyond gathered at an Orlando church Tuesday for what a pastor called a celebration of the short life of slain toddler Caylee Marie Anthony. Breast cancer message goes global February 10, 2009 at 11:07 am A nurse in Jordan who was diagnosed for breast cancer last year is dying because she didn't seek treatment. The family of a woman in Tanzania didn't know she was ill until her tumor started eating through her skin. Changing travel one tweet at a time February 10, 2009 at 10:57 am "There's a plane in the Hudson. I'm on the ferry going to pick up the people." South African elections set for April February 10, 2009 at 10:50 am South Africans will hold general elections on April 22, the president announced Tuesday in Parliament, setting the stage for a campaign that will see the leading contender running despite his pending legal problems. UBS posts record loss, cuts 1,600 jobs February 10, 2009 at 10:47 am Switzerland's biggest bank UBS on Tuesday posted a worse than expected loss of nearly $17 billion -- the largest ever by a Swiss group -- and announced 1,600 new job cuts. Chelsea cleared to talk with Hiddink February 10, 2009 at 10:31 am Chelsea said on Tuesday that they had been given permission to talk with Guus Hiddink about taking charge at the Premier League club until the end of the season. Study: Experiences make us happier than possessions February 10, 2009 at 10:31 am Even in tough economic times, you may find yourself with a bit of cash to spare. You've been working hard, and you want to treat yourself. Should you spend it on an experience, such as a baseball game or concert, or a material object? Israelis go to polls in crucial election February 10, 2009 at 10:30 am Israelis braved pouring rain and strong winds Tuesday to cast ballots in an election that will pick not just the next prime minister but create a new balance of power and lay the groundwork for the next stage of the nation's future. Stimulus plan is 'theft,' some lawmakers warn February 10, 2009 at 10:24 am As President Obama warned of "catastrophe" if the government doesn't spend more than $800 billion to recharge the failing economy, some lawmakers equated the measure to "theft." Author: 'I make HIV real to them' February 10, 2009 at 10:20 am Even though African-Americans make up only about 13 percent of the United States' population, they account for almost half of the people who contract HIV and are diagnosed with AIDS.