Wednesday, March 18, 2009

3/18 FOXNews.com




Rep.: Geithner's Gotta Go
March 18, 2009 at 3:54 pm

Connie Mack calls on treasury secretary to resign or be fired over AIG exec bonuses flap | VIDEO
Obama: 'Buck Stops With Me' to Fix AIG Mess
AUDIO: Rep. Daryl Issa Calls on Geithner to Resign
RAW DATA: AIG Bonus Plan Details (FindLaw pdf)
FOXBusiness: Poll Reveals Growing Bailout Anger
FOXBusiness: Fed Announces Big-Time Bond Buy

ACORN to Play Role in 2010 Census
March 18, 2009 at 3:54 pm



Fannie Mae to Pay Big-Money Bonuses to Four Execs
March 18, 2009 at 3:54 pm



Report: Leann Rimes Having Affair With Co-Star Eddie Cibrian
March 18, 2009 at 3:43 pm

Sources tell US Weekly that Rimes and Cibrian started their affair on the set of their upcoming Lifetime movie

Is Singer Heather Schmid Being Targeted by Terrorists?
March 18, 2009 at 3:38 pm

Classical singer contacts FBI about possible Al Quaeda threats

Judge Orders Religious Mom's Kids to Public School
March 18, 2009 at 3:06 pm

A North Carolina judge presiding over a bitter divorce case has ruled that three home-schooled children must start attending public school — a decision their mother angrily says was based on her religious beliefs.

Opium Dealer Wanted in Quadruple Murders Kills Self
March 18, 2009 at 2:59 pm

A suspected opium trafficker wanted in the slaying of four North Carolina family members shot himself to death after a police chase in Utah.

Bat Hitches Ride to Space on Shuttle Discovery
March 18, 2009 at 2:46 pm

Small bat apparently gripped Discovery's external fuel tank during launch -- but almost certainly died soon afterward.

Madoff's Accountant Charged With Fraud
March 18, 2009 at 1:55 pm

Bernard Madoff's longtime accountant was arrested on fraud charges, accused of aiding the man who has admitted cheating thousands of investors out of billions of dollars.

Darth Vader Actor Prowse Treated for Prostate Cancer
March 18, 2009 at 1:27 pm

The actor's agent said the cancer was caught in the early stages.

4.3M Babies Born in 2007: Most Ever in U.S. History
March 18, 2009 at 1:04 pm

More babies were born in the United States in 2007 than any year in the nation's history, topping the peak during the baby boom 50 years earlier, federal researchers reported Wednesday.

Reality Check: We've Got Ourselves a Competition on 'Idol'
March 18, 2009 at 10:58 am

Ryan Seacrest had a point when he ended Tuesday's episode with the parting words: 'We have ourselves a competition'

Petland Accused of Selling Sick Puppies
March 18, 2009 at 10:56 am

An animal protection group has accused the Petland Inc. pet store chain of scheming to sell sick puppies bred in filthy conditions to thousands of unsuspecting people.

FOX411: Natasha Richardson: One of the Good Guys
March 18, 2009 at 10:45 am

As Natasha Richardson's family makes decisions today for their beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt, it's important to recall the actress's really great life.

Renowned Pakistan Gang Rape Victim Weds
March 18, 2009 at 9:59 am

Pakistani gang-rape victim who shunned custom and rose to global notoriety by speaking out about her case has defied another local taboo — she just got married.

Fritzl Pleads Guilty to All Charges in Incest Case
March 18, 2009 at 9:31 am

In a stunning turn of events, an Austrian on trial for imprisoning his daughter for 24 years and fathering her seven children pleaded guilty Wednesday to all charges against him — including negligent homicide.

Woman Killed After Gas Station Pump Explodes
March 18, 2009 at 12:14 am

A convenience store gasoline pump caught fire and exploded Tuesday, killing a woman and injuring at least one other person, police said.

N.H. Town Outraged After Pastor Takes In Child Killer
March 18, 2009 at 12:13 am

Rev. David Pinckney thought he was doing the Christian thing when he took in a convicted child killer who had served his time but had nowhere to go. But some neighbors vehemently disagree, one even threatening to burn his house down.

Reported Sexual Assaults in Military Up 8 Percent
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



Critics Blast Revised History Books at Islamic School
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



Gun Advocates Ready for Battle on Weapons Ban
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



U.S. to Send More Feds to Combat Border Violence
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



Geithner Calls for Reform
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm

After receiving criticism of his handling of AIG bonuses, treasury secretary outlines administration's response in a letter to Pelosi | LETTER | FIRST 100 DAYS
Grassley Accuses AIG of Sucking 'Tit' of Taxpayer
YOU DECIDE: How Would You Recoup AIG Bonuses?
FOX FORUM: Cap-And-Trade Tax Costs Triple

FOXBusiness: Sea of Green: Dow Jumps 179
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



Vet Groups Call Obama Plan 'Money at Any Cost'
March 17, 2009 at 11:34 pm



Funeral Processions Begin for 4 Killed by Ala. Gunman
March 17, 2009 at 10:48 pm

Andrea Myers, 31, and her daughter were buried together Sunday, two of the 11 victims slain in the 24-mile killing spree by gunman Michael McLendon.

FDIC Criticizes Successful Bank for Being Stingy
March 17, 2009 at 10:22 pm

A Massachusetts bank that has defied the odds and remained free of bad loans amid the economic crisis is now being criticized by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. for the cautious business practices that caused its rare success.

Teens' Camera Takes Photos 20 Miles Above Earth
March 17, 2009 at 10:02 pm

Students took atmospheric readings and photographs last month with a digital camera lofted high above the planet by a simple helium-filled balloon, a British newspaper reported

Convicted Killer Wants New Trial Due to Blind Juror
March 17, 2009 at 8:34 pm

A Grand Junction man sentenced to life in prison for killing his wife says the refusal of a juror to disclose a disability damaged her credibility and prevented him from getting a fair trial.

U.N. Official Accuses U.S. of Demonizing Ahmadinejad
March 17, 2009 at 7:47 pm

The outspoken U.N. General Assembly president on Tuesday accused the United States of demonizing Iran's president and criticized the International Criminal Court for issuing an arrest warrant for Sudan's leader on war crimes charges in Darfur.

Catholic Critics Outraged Over Nuns' New Posh Estate
March 17, 2009 at 7:35 pm

Some Catholic parishioners in southern New Jersey are livid about a luxury upgrade to the housing accommodations of a group of nuns, MyFOXPhilly.com reports

Houston Rockets Player Shot in Leg After Game
March 17, 2009 at 6:58 pm

An NBA player with the Houston Rockets was shot in his car while getting fast food after a game.

The Travel Diet, Tips for Eating Right on the Road
March 17, 2009 at 5:16 pm

In the air or on the road, eating healthy takes a little effort, but it's worth it

Murdered Model Died From Single Gunshot to the Head
March 17, 2009 at 5:00 pm

The cause of death of a murdered ex-model from Tennessee was ruled to be a bullet wound to her head, according to the medical examiner.

Hey, Do You Have a Better Idea?
March 17, 2009 at 4:25 pm

Obama defends his record $3.6 trillion budget proposal, accuses critics of taking the 'just say no' approach
White House Ridicules Cheney After Criticism
Gibbs: Complete Confidence in Geithner's AIG Handling
Vet Groups Call Obama Plan 'Money at Any Cost'

FOXBusiness: Caterpillar Cuts 2,500 Workers
March 17, 2009 at 4:25 pm



Obama Feels AIG Heat
March 17, 2009 at 4:25 pm

Outraged lawmakers ask why top officials didn't act to prevent the $165M pay-out in exec bonuses earlier
Dodd Tries to Undo Bonus Protections He Put In
AIG Executives Told: Quit or Die | 1ST 100 DAYS
Bonus Furor May Prompt Limits on AIG Bailout Money
House GOP Freshmen on AIG: WATCH LIVE

Israel: Talks With Hamas to Free Soldier Have Failed
March 17, 2009 at 3:51 pm

Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert says Israel will not accept Hamas demands for releasing prisoners in exchange for a soldier held nearly three years in Gaza.

8 Americans Among 11 Dead in Mexican Bus Crash
March 17, 2009 at 3:29 pm

A tractor-trailer slammed into a bus carrying Canadian and U.S. tourists on a northern Mexico highway, killing 11, officials said Tuesday.

Teen's Web Site Asks for College-Fund Donations
March 17, 2009 at 3:23 pm

Michigan girl figures she's getting into Notre Dame -- but doesn't know how she'll pay for it.

Wis. Killer Says Killing Three Teens Was 'Easy'
March 17, 2009 at 1:51 pm

The unemployed Army veteran who gunned down three teenage swimmers last summer is so indifferent to the massacre that he compares it to spilling a glass of milk.

Space Station Out of Danger; Shuttle Due to Arrive
March 17, 2009 at 1:49 pm

In addition to the new $298 million solar wings, which will complete the station's U.S.-built power grid once installed, Discovery is ferrying a Japanese astronaut to the station to replace NASA astronaut Sandra Magnus.

The Orange Tree Is Texting -- Again
March 17, 2009 at 1:34 pm

Sensor developed by Israeli scientists sends text messages to farmers when crops need water, or to homeowners when the Ficus is thirsty.

Daughter Confronts Fritzl in Austria Incest Testimony
March 17, 2009 at 12:35 pm

The woman who bore seven children through incest and was allegedly locked in a squalid dungeon for 24 years confronted her father in a videotape shown in court.

Rabbi Asks Pope Not to Wear Cross at Western Wall
March 17, 2009 at 12:16 pm

A rabbi in Jerusalem has one request for Pope Benedict XVI when he visits the Western Wall in May: Leave the cross at home.

Madagascar President Hands Power Over to Military
March 17, 2009 at 12:11 pm

Madagascar's president handed over power Tuesday — but not to the rival who plunged this Indian Ocean island nation into weeks of turmoil with his bid for power.

Salma Hayek Reveals Some Colorful Secrets in April 'InStyle'
March 17, 2009 at 12:04 pm

The style secret that Hayek says she 'shouldn't tell' but just couldn't resist

Reality Check: 'Dancing With the Stars' Turning Into a Serie
March 17, 2009 at 11:58 am

It's official: Season 8 of 'Dancing With the Stars' is cursed

Mom Helping Son With Down Syndrome Lose Virginity
March 17, 2009 at 11:06 am

A mother is appealing for women to have sex with her adopted Down syndrome son.

Silicone Scandal: eBay Removes Kerry Katona's Implant
March 17, 2009 at 10:31 am

While Kerry Katona's intentions might have been honest, the 34GG fake filet caused too many legal issues for the world's leading auction site.


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AIG chief asks for bonuses back
March 18, 2009 at 3:50 pm

The boss of US insurer AIG calls the bonuses paid to executives "distasteful" and asks for some to be repaid.

Fed pumps $1.2tn into US economy
March 18, 2009 at 3:04 pm

The US Federal Reserve says it will buy $1.2 trillion worth of debt to help boost lending and promote economic recovery.

Fossil discovery hints at fuzzy, not scaly, dinosaurs
March 18, 2009 at 2:59 pm

A fossil discovery in China prompts researchers to question the scaly image of dinosaurs.

Josef Fritzl admits all charges
March 18, 2009 at 2:56 pm

Austrian Josef Fritzl, who kept his daughter in a cellar and fathered her seven children there, pleads guilty to all charges.

Short shrift
March 18, 2009 at 2:29 pm

Germany and France to resist EU summit splurge

France chastises Pope on condoms
March 18, 2009 at 1:46 pm

The French foreign ministry voices "sharp concern" over the Pope's rejection of condom use to fight Aids.

UN set to double Kenya food aid
March 18, 2009 at 1:32 pm

The United Nations food agency will give food aid to more than double the number of people it is currently helping in Kenya.

FA probes Fabregas 'spitting' row
March 18, 2009 at 1:12 pm

The Football Association writes to Hull's managerial team over allegations that Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas spat at Tigers assistant manager Brian Horton.

Madagascar court backs handover
March 18, 2009 at 12:57 pm

Madagascar's highest court approves interim leader Andry Rajoelina's takeover, but an African neighbour cries foul.

Jacob Zuma case 'is under review'
March 18, 2009 at 12:48 pm

South African prosecutors are reportedly considering dropping a case against ANC leader Jacob Zuma.

Prostate screening 'saves lives'
March 18, 2009 at 12:01 pm

Routine prostate cancer screening could cut death rates from the disease by 20%, an international study suggests.

Madoff accountant on fraud charge
March 18, 2009 at 11:56 am

US prosecutors charge the long-term accountant of disgraced US financier Bernard Madoff with fraud.

Man freed after 27 years in jail
March 18, 2009 at 11:05 am

A man who spent 27 years in jail for a murder he did not commit says he is "ecstatic" to be free after his conviction is quashed.

Pope hope
March 18, 2009 at 10:33 am

Cameroon wants papal visit to bring political change

Czechs halt US missile treaties
March 18, 2009 at 9:29 am

The Czech government withdraws treaties committing it to the US missile defence shield from parliament, fearing their defeat.

Mobile users at risk of ID theft
March 18, 2009 at 8:59 am

Almost all phone users store work-related as well as personal details on their phones, a survey finds.

Day in pictures
March 18, 2009 at 8:28 am

Some eye-catching images from around the world

Eastwood 'casts son in next film'
March 18, 2009 at 8:27 am

Clint Eastwood casts his son in the untitled Nelson Mandela movie he is planning to direct.

Bolt to run on Manchester streets
March 18, 2009 at 8:17 am

Triple Olympic champion Usain Bolt will compete in an innovative street race in Manchester in May.

Sri Lanka children 'being killed'
March 18, 2009 at 7:58 am

The conflict in Sri Lanka is killing hundreds of children, United Nations' children's agency, Unicef, says.

Richardson's family at hospital
March 18, 2009 at 7:57 am

Actress Natasha Richardson's family gather at her bedside in New York after she is injured in a skiing accident.

World Bank lowers China forecast
March 18, 2009 at 7:27 am

The World Bank cuts its forecast of China's economic growth in 2009 to 6.5% from 7.5% because of falling demand for its exports.

'Armed' chimps go wild for honey
March 18, 2009 at 7:06 am

Footage reveals how chimps armed with clubs plunder beehives for honey to satisfy their sweet tooth.

Design showdown
March 18, 2009 at 6:48 am

Dell keen to transform with sexier laptops

Experts pin down exactly how much exercise you need to get fit
March 18, 2009 at 6:34 am

You should be taking 100 steps each minute for half an hour a day if you want to achieve "moderate" exercise, a study shows.

Fighting back
March 18, 2009 at 6:15 am

Egypt women learn skills to fend off sexual harassers

Fresh attack on Koreans in Yemen
March 18, 2009 at 5:35 am

A suicide bomber targets a South Korean delegation visiting Yemen after a deadly attack on tourists on Sunday.

US Treasury to reclaim AIG cash
March 17, 2009 at 10:05 pm

Bonuses worth $165m paid by insurer AIG will be deducted from its next bail-out payment, the US Treasury says.

Azeris vote on presidential term
March 17, 2009 at 9:33 pm

Voting is set to begin in Azerbaijan in a referendum on lifting the two-term limit for the country's president.

Gambians 'taken by witch doctors'
March 17, 2009 at 9:28 pm

Up to 1,000 Gambian villagers were taken by "witch doctors" to detention centres and made to drink potions, Amnesty says.

Chernobyl 'shows insect decline'
March 17, 2009 at 8:08 pm

Scientists find the signal of a decline in the numbers of insects in Chernobyl's exclusion zone, 20 years after the nuclear accident.

Apple unveils new iPhone features
March 17, 2009 at 8:04 pm

Apple lifts the lid on 100 new features for the iPhone and a new set of tools for developers to be released later this year.

Obesity danger 'rivals smoking'
March 17, 2009 at 7:59 pm

Severe obesity is as hazardous to health as a lifetime of smoking, shortening life by a decade, experts warn.

Swedish hostage freed in Colombia
March 17, 2009 at 7:20 pm

Colombia's Farc leftist rebel group frees a retired Swedish engineer abducted two years ago, state security officials say.

Hull accuse Fabregas of spitting
March 17, 2009 at 6:58 pm

Hull boss Phil Brown claims Cesc Fabregas spat at his assistant Brian Horton after the FA Cup defeat at Arsenal.

Military backs Madagascar rival
March 17, 2009 at 6:33 pm

Military leaders in Madagascar confer full powers on opposition leader Andry Rajoelina, hours after the president quit.

Justin Webb
March 17, 2009 at 6:22 pm

The US and Mexico square up over free trucking

New measures to control banks
March 17, 2009 at 6:11 pm

Proposals to overhaul financial regulation in the UK banking sector are set to be unveiled by the Financial Services Authority.

Iran shift
March 17, 2009 at 4:47 pm

Is the US changing its policy towards Tehran?

Live text - Arsenal v Hull
March 17, 2009 at 3:01 pm

Arsenal play Hull at the Emirates Stadium for a place in the FA Cup semi-finals.

Fungus devastates 'chicken' frog
March 17, 2009 at 2:54 pm

Montserrat's "mountain chicken" frog is the latest victim of the lethal fungus sweeping the world.

GP wins will decide world title
March 17, 2009 at 2:35 pm

Formula 1 introduces a new system which will result in the driver with most wins crowned world champion.

Killer dogs sow terror in Sicily
March 17, 2009 at 2:32 pm

Italian police hunt a pack of stray dogs which killed a boy and mauled a young woman in southern Sicily.

German minister in US Opel talks
March 17, 2009 at 2:11 pm

Germany's economy minister will meet the US treasury secretary to discuss a possible bail-out of General Motors' subsidiary Opel.

Peacekeeper dies in Darfur ambush
March 17, 2009 at 2:10 pm

A peacekeeper with the joint UN-African Union force in Sudan's Darfur region is killed in a "cold-blooded" ambush.

Obama hails 'heroic' NI response
March 17, 2009 at 2:03 pm

US President Barack Obama says the people of Northern Ireland have responded "heroically" to recent murders.

Vote-winner?
March 17, 2009 at 1:57 pm

Loyal Azeris back president's bid for longer rule

Motorbike crash victim gets wired with USB 'finger drive'
March 17, 2009 at 12:45 pm

A Finnish computer programmer who lost a finger in a motorcycle accident makes himself a prosthetic replacement with a USB drive attached.

Gravity satellite leads new wave
March 17, 2009 at 12:29 pm

The Goce gravity mapping satellite is launched as part of what will become an armada of European Earth observing missions.

Arctic sea monster's giant bite 'could have crushed a Hummer'
March 17, 2009 at 11:45 am

A giant fossil sea monster found in the Arctic had a bite that would have been able to crush a 4x4 car.