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Ted Kennedy Honored at Star Studded Birthday Party March 9, 2009 at 1:48 am Push for Global Stimulus March 9, 2009 at 1:48 am U.S. to ask world leaders to boost emergency spending as Europe struggles to revamp financial regulation • World Bank: Global Economy to Shrink in 2009 • Obama Backers Ask for Patience on Recovery Efforts • White House Budget Chief Lays Off Earmarks • Analysts: Stimulus a 'Step Behind' | FIRST 100 DAYS Bomb Explodes at Citibank Branch in Greece March 9, 2009 at 1:11 am A bomb exploded outside a Citibank branch in Athens early Monday causing damage but no injury, authorities said. More Americans Say They Have No Religion March 9, 2009 at 1:08 am A wide-ranging study on American religious life found that the Roman Catholic population has been shifting out of the Northeast to the Southwest, the percentage of Christians in the nation has declined and more people say they have no religion at all. N. Korea Threatens War if 'Satellite' Is Shot Down March 9, 2009 at 12:22 am North Korea ordered its armed forces on standby and warned Monday it will retaliate against anyone seeking to block its planned satellite launch, which many fear will disguise a missile test. Israel Warns: Iran Has Crossed 'Nuclear Threshold' March 9, 2009 at 12:14 am Iran is now capable of producing atomic weapons, Israel's top military intelligence officer said Sunday, sounding the highest-level warning that Israel's arch-enemy has achieved independent nuclear capability. Readiness of Rebuilt Mississippi River Levees Questioned March 8, 2009 at 11:36 pm With the spring flood season fast approaching, the Army Corps of Engineers insists the earthen levees that were overwhelmed by the Mississippi River last summer are rebuilt and ready. Some people who depend on the levees aren't so sure. N.Y. Buyers Get Cheap Homes in Rare Foreclosure Auction March 8, 2009 at 9:29 pm Hundreds of houses -- some with starting bids as low as $1,000 -- were sold to the highest bidders Sunday in a rare auction of foreclosed properties in the New York metropolitan area, the company running the sale said. American Journalist Met With Lawyer in Prison in Iran March 8, 2009 at 8:24 pm An American journalist detained in Iran showed no signs of physical torture during a prison visit from a lawyer sent by her father, he said Sunday. Mexico's Morgues Crowded With Drug-War Dead March 8, 2009 at 6:39 pm Two of Mexico's deadliest drug cartels have reached a combined force of 100,000 foot soldiers, wreaking havoc across the country and threatening U.S. border states, The Washington Times quotes the U.S. Defense Department. Hand Over the Keys March 8, 2009 at 5:57 pm Top GOP officials say GM should file for Ch. 11 bankruptcy, demonstrate long-term plan before asking for more aid • VIDEO: 'FOX News Sunday' Panel Plus Pleading for Patience March 8, 2009 at 5:57 pm Concern is growing that the Obama administration's prescriptions for the ailing economy aren't working • Karzai Welcomes Obama Call to Reach Out to Taliban • White House Budget Chief Lays Off Earmarks • Analysts: Stimulus a 'Step Behind' | FIRST 100 DAYS • Obama Nominates 3 to Key Treasury Posts Detroit's Foreclosed Homes Attract Outside Buyers March 8, 2009 at 5:22 pm Welcome to Landlord Nation, where foreclosure notices are plentiful and for-sale signs offer at least 1,800 homes for under $10,000 that once were worth at least 10 times more. Times Tough for Recession's Walking Wounded March 8, 2009 at 5:06 pm In cubicles, factories and stores these days, anxious workers are trying to ease each other's economic fears with something akin to, "Well, at least we still have a job." 'Watchmen' Takes Box Office Crown With $55.7M March 8, 2009 at 3:36 pm 'Watchmen' clocked in with $55.7 million in ticket sales to claim the top spot at the box office -- the biggest opening of 2009 so far. Pastor Dead After Shooting at a First Baptist Church March 8, 2009 at 3:19 pm Senior Pastor Fred Winters was preaching during the 8:15 a.m. service when a man entered the church, walked down the aisle and started shooting, a parishioner told FOX News. Body Found in Car Trunk Was Missing Calif. Woman March 8, 2009 at 3:17 pm A woman whose body was found in the trunk of her car had been missing for more than a week, police said. A-Rod to Have Hip Surgery, Miss 6-9 Weeks March 8, 2009 at 12:19 pm The decision eliminates the option of Alex Rodriguez treating the injury with rest and rehab and playing through the season without surgery. Former Israeli President to Be Charged With Rape March 8, 2009 at 12:08 pm Israel's Justice Ministry says former President Moshe Katsav is to be charged with raping a woman who once worked for him. Sudan's President Threatens to Kick Out More Aid Groups March 8, 2009 at 12:03 pm Sudan has already expelled 13 of the largest aid groups operating in Darfur as part of its defiant response to the International Criminal Court's decision last week to issue an arrest warrant against President Omar al-Bashir. Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman Split - Again March 8, 2009 at 11:39 am An unnamed source told People the 41-year-old Kimmel and 38-year-old Silverman split several months after rekindling their romance.

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Lloyds to announce staff bonuses March 9, 2009 at 5:03 am Staff at majority taxpayer-owned Lloyds Banking Group are due to find out who will receive bonuses totalling about £80m. Tsvangirai crash driver in court March 9, 2009 at 4:50 am The lorry driver in the road collision that killed the Zimbabwe Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai's wife, Susan, is due in court. Plane crash near Uganda airport March 9, 2009 at 4:45 am At least 10 people are feared dead after a cargo plane crashed near Uganda's main airport, Entebbe, police say. World economy to 'shrink' in 2009 March 9, 2009 at 4:35 am The global economy will shrink for the first time this year since World War II, the World Bank says. Online brand abuse 'on the rise' March 9, 2009 at 4:29 am Online brand abuse, including cyber-squatting, is on the rise, says a report. Swiss 'gigolo' in blackmail trial March 9, 2009 at 4:21 am A Swiss man accused of blackmailing Germany's richest woman, BMW heiress Susanne Klatten, is to go on trial. Nato 'struggling in Afghan south' March 9, 2009 at 4:09 am Coalition forces in Afghanistan are not winning in large parts of the south, the commander of Nato and US forces says. PM visits barracks murder scene March 9, 2009 at 4:00 am Prime Minister Gordon Brown visits the army barracks in Antrim where two soldiers were shot dead by the Real IRA. 'Militants die' in Pakistan clash March 9, 2009 at 2:48 am Pakistani troops kill four militants in the Bajaur tribal district near the Afghan border, the army says. Japan's exports halved in January March 9, 2009 at 2:38 am Japan imported more than it exported for the first time for 13 years in January, official figures show. Foe to friend March 9, 2009 at 2:26 am How Nepal's 'two armies' will try to get along N Korea's Kim 'elected' to seat March 9, 2009 at 1:07 am State media in tightly-controlled North Korea says leader Kim Jong-il is unanimously elected in parliamentary vote. Sudan Islamist leader 'released' March 9, 2009 at 12:10 am Sudanese Islamist leader Hassan al-Turabi has been released from prison, his family say, two months after he was arrested. Chavez warns Colombian minister March 8, 2009 at 9:22 pm Venezuela's President Chavez criticises the Colombian defence minister, calling him a threat to the region. In pictures March 8, 2009 at 8:56 pm Refugees who fled fighting in southern Philippines Happy birthday! March 8, 2009 at 8:24 pm The child's doll Barbie - still popular after 50 years Experts warn of the health risks of taking a regular lunchtime siesta March 8, 2009 at 8:08 pm Taking regular lunchtime naps could increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to research. Stem cell 'scaffold' for stroke March 8, 2009 at 8:02 pm Scientists claim to have developed a tiny scaffold of stem cells to fill holes in the brain caused by stroke damage. Doubts over benefits of oily fish March 8, 2009 at 8:01 pm A UK study casts doubt on earlier claims that eating oily fish can protect against dementia in old age. Gaffes and gains March 8, 2009 at 7:12 pm Clinton's efforts to build on goodwill towards US Broad condemns Caribbean pitches March 8, 2009 at 6:48 pm England's Stuart Broad says the pitches in the West Indies have been too much in favour of batsmen. N Korea warning to US and S Korea March 8, 2009 at 6:12 pm North Korea warns it is ready to strike if attacked, as the US and South Korea begin a joint military exercise in the region. Best in Show: US terrier is named top dog at controversial Crufts March 8, 2009 at 6:10 pm A Sealyham Terrier named Charmin wins Best In Show at Crufts, after a turbulent year for the event. West Indies duo frustrate England March 8, 2009 at 5:23 pm Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Brendan Nash guide West Indies to 349-4, 197 behind England. Saudi raids 'break up drug gangs' March 8, 2009 at 4:35 pm Saudi authorities say they have broken up four big drug smuggling operations and arrested 35 suspected drug dealers. Funeral set for Tsvangirai's wife March 8, 2009 at 3:08 pm The funeral for the wife of Zimbabwe PM Morgan Tsvangirai, killed in a car crash, is to be held on Wednesday, his party says. U2 score 10th UK number one album March 8, 2009 at 3:01 pm Rock band U2 crown the UK chart for the 10th time to become one of the top five album chart acts of all time. Pastor dead in US church shooting March 8, 2009 at 1:49 pm A pastor has been killed and other people injured in a shooting at a church in the US state of Illinois, police say. Movie magic March 8, 2009 at 12:39 pm Delights and gripes at Africa's answer to the Oscars Ex-Israel head faces rape charge March 8, 2009 at 11:47 am Israel's ex-President Moshe Katsav is to be charged with sex offences including rape of a former employee, justice officials say. Madagascar officers launch mutiny March 8, 2009 at 11:33 am Officers in a military camp near Madagascar's capital mutiny refusing to take any more orders from the government. 'Civilians die' in S Lanka battle March 8, 2009 at 11:24 am At least 15 civilians have died in the last two days of fighting between Sri Lankan soldiers and Tamil Tiger rebels, a health official says. Brown condemns N Ireland killings March 8, 2009 at 11:23 am UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown condemns attacks on a Northern Irish army base in which two soldiers were shot dead. Baghdad police attack 'kills 28' March 8, 2009 at 10:44 am A suicide bomber kills 28 people at a police academy in Baghdad, as the US says it will withdraw 12,000 troops by September. Live text - West Indies v England March 8, 2009 at 9:40 am Amjad Khan ousts West Indies run machine Ramnaresh Sarwan on day three of the final Test. Turn to us in crisis, says Clegg March 8, 2009 at 9:21 am Only the Lib Dems offer an alternative vision for the future of Britain post-recession, leader Nick Clegg says in a keynote speech. Live text - FA Cup March 8, 2009 at 8:32 am Everton host Middlesbrough in the FA Cup quarter-finals after Arsenal ease past Burnley to book a last-eight tie with Hull. Pope heading to Holy Land in May March 8, 2009 at 8:15 am Pope Benedict XVI confirms he will visit Israel, the Palestinian territories and Jordan, from 8-15 May. Beckham happy with AC Milan deal March 8, 2009 at 8:12 am David Beckham says it is a "dream deal" to stay at AC Milan and also continue to play for LA Galaxy. Bank nationalisation 'not needed' March 8, 2009 at 7:48 am The UK government says it still has no plans to nationalise the banking sector, despite increasing its stake in Lloyds. Deadly surge in S Lanka fighting March 8, 2009 at 7:44 am Both Sri Lanka's military and rebel forces say there has been a surge in fighting in recent days, with scores killed. Ethiopia takes Africa film honour March 8, 2009 at 7:29 am An Ethiopian film about the regime of the country's former dictator takes the chief prize at Africa's main movie awards. Escaped prisoner captured trying to sneak back into jail March 8, 2009 at 6:48 am Prison authorities in the US state of Georgia who launched a manhunt for an escaped inmate catch him sneaking back into jail. 'No alternative' to mail sell-off March 8, 2009 at 6:36 am The plan to part-privatise Royal Mail is the "last throw of the dice" to secure its future, says Lord Mandelson. Will attack threaten peace in N Ireland? March 8, 2009 at 5:14 am Gunmen have attacked a British army base north of Belfast, killing two soldiers. What is your reaction? In pictures March 8, 2009 at 3:46 am Women around the world demand land rights

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Slain pastor connected with others - Belleville News Democrat March 9, 2009 at 5:26 am China Daily Slain pastor connected with others Belleville News Democrat BY MIKE FITZGERALD - News-Democrat MARYVILLE -- The Rev. Fred Winters knew how to preach, and he knew how to inspire. And, most of all, he knew how to connect with people of every kind -- rich or poor, young and old. Gunman 'kills pastor in church' BBC News Pastor killed in church shooting Wilkes Barre Times-Leader KEYC - ABC News - The Associated Press - Sky News all 1,719 news articles Brown holds security talks in Northern Ireland - guardian.co.uk March 9, 2009 at 5:20 am Sky News Brown holds security talks in Northern Ireland guardian.co.uk The prime minister, Gordon Brown, arrived at Massareene barracks in Northern Ireland early this morning to hold talks about military security with the province's most senior army officer. Brown to Visit Northern Ireland After Deadly Attack on Soldiers Bloomberg Deadly attack on British base rattles Northern Ireland Los Angeles Times BBC News - Telegraph.co.uk - The Associated Press - New York Times all 2,202 news articles Over 1200 Tibetans missing after crackdown - report - Reuters India March 9, 2009 at 5:18 am Boston Globe Over 1200 Tibetans missing after crackdown - report Reuters India By Matthias Williams DHARAMSALA (Reuters) - More than 1200 Tibetans are still missing since a Chinese crackdown on the region after protests in March last year, a report by the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) said on Monday. China deploys extra troops along Tibet border AFP Explosions damage police cars in China Times Online Xinhua - Bloomberg - The Associated Press - AFP all 1,080 news articles FOREX-Yen falls on weak Japan data; euro dips vs dlr - Reuters March 9, 2009 at 5:00 am FOREX-Yen falls on weak Japan data; euro dips vs dlr Reuters By Jessica Mortimer LONDON, March 9 (Reuters) - The yen fell broadly on Monday as more grim Japanese economic data intensified worries about the severity of the downturn facing the country, while equity market falls caused the euro to dip against the ... Japan Posts First Current-Account Deficit Since 1996 on Exports Bloomberg US dollar shows strength against majors RTT News TMCnet - guardian.co.uk - Bloomberg - RTT News all 52 news articles Sudan frees Islamist opposition leader - The Associated Press March 9, 2009 at 5:00 am BBC Afrique Sudan frees Islamist opposition leader The Associated Press KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) - An Islamist opposition leader detained after suggesting Sudan's president give himself up to face war crimes charges was released Monday after six weeks, his son said. Sudan Islamist leader 'released' BBC News Sudan frees opposition politician Aljazeera.net Voice of America - Reuters - CNN - Times Online all 6,349 news articles Barbie's 50th Birthday - ABC News March 9, 2009 at 4:58 am WA today Barbie's 50th Birthday ABC News Barbie may be turning 50 this year, but middle-aged, she is not. Of course, she's kept busy during the years, with 108 careers & and counting. Fifty years of Barbie BBC News My Barbie Los Angeles Times MSNBC - Las Vegas Review - Journal - St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Gary Post Tribune all 372 news articles Tsvangirai crash driver in court - BBC News March 9, 2009 at 4:53 am guardian.co.uk Tsvangirai crash driver in court BBC News The lorry driver involved in the road collision that killed Zimbabwe Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai's wife, Susan, is due in court. Zimbabwe PM's wife to be buried on Wednesday Xinhua Tsvangirai Leaves Zimbabwe After Crash Kills Wife Wall Street Journal guardian.co.uk - AFP - CNN International - Sunday Standard all 3,394 news articles Tweaks could make 'Castle' rock-solid - New York Daily News March 9, 2009 at 4:41 am Boston Globe Tweaks could make 'Castle' rock-solid New York Daily News By David Hinckley If ABC's new cop drama, "Castle," can slightly tweak its title character, it could turn into a very nice little show. 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Swiss Re Chairman Forstmoser Steps Down; Kielholz Promoted CNNMoney.com Credit Suisse Chairman to Resign, Take Up Post at Swiss Re Wall Street Journal TheStreet.com - Swissinfo - RTT News - EasyBourse.com all 58 news articles ASK THE EXPERT: Free colorectal cancer screenings available locally - Muncie Star Press March 9, 2009 at 3:26 am TopNews United States ASK THE EXPERT: Free colorectal cancer screenings available locally Muncie Star Press By MAZEN ALSATIE • March 9, 2009 Q. How does colorectal cancer develop? What are some of the risk factors that I can control? A. Colorectal cancer develops from polyps, growths on the lining of the colon and rectum. 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A-Rod to have surgery after all Philadelphia Daily News Surgery KOs A-Rod 6-9 weeks Detroit Free Press Atlanta Journal Constitution - Chicago Tribune - Kansas City Star - MLB.com all 1,878 news articles Trust me -- the glass is half full - Boston Globe March 9, 2009 at 2:51 am TopNews United States Trust me -- the glass is half full Boston Globe Women who look on the bright side of life have longer and healthier lives than their pessimistic peers, while women who tend not to trust other people die sooner than their less cynical counterparts, a large study of attitudes and health found. 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Team USA proves it can win in different ways at WBC ESPN USA routs Venezuela to advance at WBC Sports Network USA Today - New York Daily News - Detroit Free Press - SI.com all 362 news articles Kim 're-elected' in N Korea vote - Aljazeera.net March 9, 2009 at 1:49 am CBC.ca Kim 're-elected' in N Korea vote Aljazeera.net Kim Jong-il, the North Korean leader, has been re-elected to the country's parliament in elections that have been closely watched for hints as to his possible successor. Armed Forces Placed In Combat-Ready Mode Washington Post DPRK top leader Kim Jong II elected to parliament Hindu Voice of America - GulfNews - Bloomberg all 1,182 news articles Rush Limbaugh toxic to Republican Party, says Bush speechwriter ... - New York Daily News March 9, 2009 at 1:23 am WA today Rush Limbaugh toxic to Republican Party, says Bush speechwriter ... New York Daily News By Jane H. Furse His controversial quips come faster than a locomotive and he leaps over spineless Republicans in a single sound bite. Researchers uncover Rush Limbaugh's early tomb and artifacts Los Angeles Times The Obama team's Limbaugh fixation San Francisco Chronicle CQPolitics.com - The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com - CBS News - The Tennessean all 454 news articles Transit outlook grimmer after record '08 - USA Today March 9, 2009 at 12:46 am WCBD Transit outlook grimmer after record '08 USA Today By Robert Hanashiro, USA TODAY By Marisol Bello, USA TODAY The number of people riding buses and trains hit a 52-year high in 2008 as skyrocketing gas prices and a faltering economy pushed riders toward less expensive travel. 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Nondenominational Identification Increases Washington Post Number of NE Catholics tumbles Boston Globe The Associated Press - KRIS-TV - Eurweb.com - Minneapolis Star Tribune all 221 news articles Boost to health coverage planned - Boston Globe March 9, 2009 at 12:13 am Enews 2.0 Boost to health coverage planned Boston Globe By Elizabeth Cooney Massachusetts will combine federal stimulus money with an existing state assistance program so that thousands of unemployed residents will be able to get health insurance at a small fraction of the usual cost, state officials are ... 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The Reverend Fred Winters was conducting a service in the First Baptist Church in Maryville when the seemingly inexplicable happened. 'No One Can Fathom a Motive': Pastor Shot During Service ABC News Pastor shot and killed during Sunday service ABC7Chicago.com Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Towers Online - Gainesville Times - Emailwire - WAND all 1,057 news articles Yanks know A-Rod can't be replaced - MLB.com March 8, 2009 at 6:09 pm ESPN Yanks know A-Rod can't be replaced MLB.com By Bryan Hoch / MLB.com Cody Ransom has started four games at third base during his Major League career. (Getty Images) LAKELAND, Fla. Making The Call: A-Rod's Injury Exposes A Weak Bench Gothamist A-Rod's surgery leaves Yankees with hot-corner hole SportingNews.com FOXSports.com - National Post - New York Times - ESPN all 1,536 news articles Receiver Terrell Owens' signing with the Buffalo Bills elicits ... - The Canadian Press March 8, 2009 at 6:05 pm SkySports Receiver Terrell Owens' signing with the Buffalo Bills elicits ... The Canadian Press Marv Levy had just stepped off a plane in Chicago when a friend informed him Terrell Owens had signed with the Buffalo Bills. The Hall of Fame coach's first reaction was wondering if the person picking him up at the airport required a breathalyzer. 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Workforce Management COBRA headaches and related bills will swell depending upon layoff trends and the outcome of legislative proposals. Employers will have to scramble to comply with federal legislation providing a 65 percent subsidy of COBRA health insurance premiums to ... Unemployment, COBRA coverage questions San Francisco Chronicle COBRA aid for layoffs is confusing Atlanta Journal Constitution MSNBC - Defiance Crescent News - Las Vegas Review - Journal - Indianapolis Star all 25 news articles Oprah Winfrey has a warning for Rihanna: Chris Brown "will hit you ... - New York Daily News March 8, 2009 at 5:48 pm guardian.co.uk Oprah Winfrey has a warning for Rihanna: Chris Brown "will hit you ... New York Daily News BY Helen Kennedy Oprah Winfrey has a message for pop princess Rihanna about boyfriend Chris Brown: "He WILL hit you again." Ex-Manhattan sex-crimes prosecutor Linda Fairstein's warning is starker: He also might kill you. Chris Brown Needs to Sing "Sorry" Song to Save Career MSNBC If Chris Brown calls Rihanna: Testing, testing, 1-2, 1-2. Los Angeles Times TMZ.com - Extra TV - E! Online - People Magazine all 3,491 news articles World Bank Financial Report Grim - Washington Post March 8, 2009 at 5:47 pm Voice of America World Bank Financial Report Grim Washington Post By Anthony Faiola Developing nations are facing a massive financing shortfall of up to $700 billion this year as private investment evaporates and global trade collapses, threatening to return many countries to the days of heavy reliance on foreign aid ... Global Economy to Shrink First Time Since WWII, World Bank Says Bloomberg World Bank predicts global contraction, credit shortfall MarketWatch International Herald Tribune - Voice of America - The Associated Press - New York Times all 158 news articles Kepler Launch: An Eyewitness Report - PC World March 8, 2009 at 5:36 pm PC World Kepler Launch: An Eyewitness Report PC World The Kepler Mission launched this weekend from Cape Canaveral is searching out Earth-like planets for three years or more. The instrument is a custom 15-foot-long, 0.95-meter diameter telescope called a photometer or light meter, ... Kepler takes to the heavens to look for other Earths Ars Technica Alien world conditions explored — on Earth MSNBC E Canada Now - CNET News - InformationWeek - CBS News all 1,219 news articles Sudan's president hits the road with defiance - Los Angeles Times March 8, 2009 at 5:23 pm ABC News Sudan's president hits the road with defiance Los Angeles Times Sudanese President Omar Hassan Ahmed Bashir greets supporters on his arrival in the North Darfur state capitol of el-Fasher, Sudan. Defiant Bashir visits Darfur, warns foreigners to obey law Daily Star - Lebanon President al-Bashir of Sudan taunts the West as aid agencies warn ... Times Online Xinhua - Telegraph.co.uk - GulfNews - AFP all 5,936 news articles Two UK Soldiers Killed in Northern Ireland Attack - Bloomberg March 8, 2009 at 5:22 pm guardian.co.uk Two UK Soldiers Killed in Northern Ireland Attack Bloomberg By Colm Heatley March 8 (Bloomberg) -- Two British soldiers were killed and four people injured in Northern Ireland when gunmen opened fire on an army base, the first UK military fatalities in the province since 1997. Group 'claims' N Ireland attack Aljazeera.net Deadly attack on British base rattles Northern Ireland Los Angeles Times The Associated Press - Reuters - Times Online all 1,673 news articles US stem cell announcement only a first step - Reuters March 8, 2009 at 5:03 pm Boston Globe US stem cell announcement only a first step Reuters By Maggie Fox, Health and Science Editor WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Researchers and advocates have been invited to a White house ceremony on Monday at which President Barack Obama is expected to lift eight years of restrictions on embryonic stem cell ... Obama to end restrictions on stem cell research International Herald Tribune Getting personal on embryonic stem cell ethics USA Today Washington Post - Atlanta Journal Constitution - San Francisco Chronicle - Times Online all 1,202 news articles Apple's iTunes Store Challenged By Rogue Developers - InformationWeek March 8, 2009 at 5:03 pm CTV.ca Apple's iTunes Store Challenged By Rogue Developers InformationWeek A developer has launched the Cydia Store, an unauthorized alternative online market for iPhone applications. At least two other developers have similar plans. Apple is Delaying Developers; Does a Bigger Problem Exist? ChannelWeb Unauthorized iPhone app stores emerging CNET News PC World - E Canada Now - Washington Post all 224 news articles 12000 US troops to pull out in 1st phase of Iraq withdrawal - Los Angeles Times March 8, 2009 at 4:54 pm Aljazeera.net 12000 US troops to pull out in 1st phase of Iraq withdrawal Los Angeles Times The initial phase in Obama's plan to end combat operations will take place over the next 6 months, military officials say. The announcement comes as a suicide bomber kills 33 police recruits in Baghdad. Video: US, UK Troops to Begin Iraq Pullout by Sept. The Associated Press Drawdown in Iraq begins: 12000 troops to return by fall Christian Science Monitor Washington Post - Financial Times - CNN - Aljazeera.net all 763 news articles Obama budget director: We'll cut pork after '09 spending bill - CNN March 8, 2009 at 4:51 pm Washington Post Obama budget director: We'll cut pork after '09 spending bill CNN WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Facing mounting criticism of a spending package packed with billions of dollars in earmarks, the Obama administration made a vow Sunday: This president will bring a halt to pork-laden bills. Administration Backers Plead for Patience on Economic Recovery Efforts FOXNews Obama aide says time to pass spending bill, move on Reuters CQPolitics.com - Wall Street Journal - Voice of America - Christian Science Monitor all 512 news articles Tentative deal reached between CAW, GM - Detroit Free Press March 8, 2009 at 4:37 pm CBC.ca Tentative deal reached between CAW, GM Detroit Free Press By TIM HIGGINS • FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER • March 8, 2009 The Canadian Auto Workers union today announced it had reached a tentative agreement with General Motors Corp. GM Canada Statement MSNBC Canadian Auto Workers, GM To Begin Concession Discussions CNNMoney.com Bloomberg - Wall Street Journal - AHN - MarketWatch all 604 news articles Tsvangirai's wife to be buried on Wednesday - Reuters March 8, 2009 at 4:03 pm Times Online Tsvangirai's wife to be buried on Wednesday Reuters HARARE, March 8 (Reuters) - The wife of Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, who was killed in a car crash that also injured her husband, is expected to be buried on Wednesday, a senior MDC and government official said on Sunday. Funeral set for Tsvangirai's wife BBC News Injured Tsvangirai returning to Zimbabwe for wife's funeral CNN International Xinhua - Sydney Morning Herald - Washington Post - Christian Science Monitor all 3,096 news articles Magic hold on for road victory over Celtics - Seattle Post Intelligencer March 8, 2009 at 3:58 pm Washington Post Magic hold on for road victory over Celtics Seattle Post Intelligencer Boston, MA (Sports Network) - Dwight Howard finished with 18 points and 15 rebounds, as the Orlando Magic nearly squandered a 22-point second-half lead, but held on for an 86-79 victory over the injury-plagued Boston Celtics. Magic hold on for 86-79 win over Boston The Associated Press Rondo doubtful; Marbury likely to start Boston Globe Rotoworld.com - Reuters - United Press International - Bleacher Report all 345 news articles Teachers pair up for Wednesday night space shot - The Associated Press March 8, 2009 at 3:50 pm CBC.ca Teachers pair up for Wednesday night space shot The Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - Two science teachers who have spent the past five years under NASA's tutelage are about to graduate with high-flying honors. Shuttle Astronauts Arrive at Florida Spaceport Space Com NASA clears shuttle for liftoff on Wednesday Reuters The Tech Herald - CBS 4 - TG Daily - Central Florida News 13| all 657 news articles 'Watchmen' Dominates Box Office With Estimated $55.7M Opening Weekend - MTV.com March 8, 2009 at 3:09 pm TVNZ 'Watchmen' Dominates Box Office With Estimated $55.7M Opening Weekend MTV.com Call it a foregone conclusion, but with opening weekend box office estimates beginning to roll in, there's now an abundantly clear response to the question, "Who watches the Watchmen? 'Watchmen' conquers box office with $55.7 million The Associated Press "Watchmen" hits big time at box office Washington Post Enterprise News - Ars Technica - Comic Book Resources all 1,805 news articles Brother vs. Brother in Democratic Anti-Rush Limbaugh Campaign - FOXNews March 8, 2009 at 3:08 pm FOXNews Brother vs. Brother in Democratic Anti-Rush Limbaugh Campaign FOXNews This is a rush transcript from "On the Record ," March 6, 2009. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. GOP tussles over leadership, party's future path The Associated Press Rush Limbaugh is rich, nasty and now de facto don of Republican Party New York Daily News USA Today - Huffington Post - Chicago Tribune - Kansas City Star all 2,384 news articles Barbara Bush doing well, may be released this week - Houston Chronicle March 8, 2009 at 1:04 pm CTV.ca Barbara Bush doing well, may be released this week Houston Chronicle AP HOUSTON - Former first lady Barbara Bush could leave the hospital this week after successful open heart surgery. The 83-year-old wife of former President George HW Bush had surgery to replace her aortic valve on Thursday and was moved out of the ... Video: Emotional Bush Sr. on Wife's Recovery The Associated Press Barbara Bush 'doing great' after transfer United Press International Reiten Television KXMB Bismarck - ABC News - Reuters - HealthKnowItAll all 1,681 news articles White House names Treasury nominees, needs more - Reuters March 8, 2009 at 12:38 pm The Associated Press White House names Treasury nominees, needs more Reuters WASHINGTON, March 8 (Reuters) - The White House named three nominees on Sunday for senior jobs at the US Treasury Department, which still is trying to fill out its top ranks while dealing with a financial crisis. Obama names three top officials to depleted Treasury USA Today US Treasury officials picked for crisis battle Financial Times Bloomberg - The Times of Trenton - NJ.com - United Press International - AFP all 403 news articles Source: Bachelor's Melissa Rycroft to Join Dancing With the Stars - People Magazine March 8, 2009 at 11:29 am E! Online Source: Bachelor's Melissa Rycroft to Join Dancing With the Stars People Magazine Jilted by Jason Mesnick on the season finale of The Bachelor, Melissa Rycroft will rebound nicely - on Dancing With the Stars, PEOPLE has learned. 'The Bachelor' ex-fiancee Melissa Rycroft to join 'Dancing with ... New York Daily News 'The Bachelor' Ex-Fiancee Melissa Rycroft Gets New Gig KCCI.com Entertainment Weekly - Detroit Free Press - TV Guide - Extra TV all 54 news articles