OAS chief calls for Honduras exclusion after coupAFP - 25 minutes ago
TEGUCIGALPA (AFP) - The head of the Organization of American States called for Honduras to be excluded from the regional group, nearly a week after President Manuel Zelaya was ousted by the military.
Zelaya vows to return to Honduras Aljazeera.net
Former Titans and Ravens quarterback Steve McNair found shot to deathKansas City Star - 7 minutes ago
Steve McNair spent most of his career with Tennessee and led the Titans to their only Super Bowl in 2000 before retiring in 2008. Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair, whose most noted drive was the final one of the 2000 Super Bowl, was found dead with ...
Titans remember quarterback Steve McNair for toughness, leadership The Canadian Press
Former NFL quarterback McNair killed in Tennessee The Associated Press
During Independence Celebrations in Alaska, Palin Is Low Key ...New York Times - - 31 minutes ago
There was Gov. Sarah Palin's father, Chuck Heath, first in line behind the banner of the Valley Republican Women's Club at the Independence Day parade here on Saturday.
Weary Palin Sought to Regain Control Washington Post
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Calm urged after N Korea missiles
BBC News - 12 hours ago
Russia, China and the US have all called for calm after North Korea test-fired a series of missiles. Seven Scud-type ballistic missiles with a range of about 500km (312 miles) were fired in an apparent act of defiance against the US, on 4 July.
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North Korea test-fires more missiles, says Seoul CNN International
UN chief: Myanmar leader promises to hold inclusive general election
Xinhua - - 1 hour ago
BANGKOK, July 4 (Xinhua) -- United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon said Saturday that Myanmar top leader Senior-General Than Shwe has promised him the Southeast Asian country will hold a fair and inclusive general election in 2010.
UN chief rebukes Burma over Suu Kyi ABC Online
Analysis: Iran crisis set to rage on
BBC News - - 3 hours ago
Three weeks after Iran was shaken by its most serious unrest since the 1979 revolution, the dust seems to have settled. Banned and broken up by force, the largely peaceful, massive protest demonstrations have fizzled out.
Held British embassy staff to go on trial in Teheran Jerusalem Post
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At Pinnacle of Liberty, Feeling a Bit Confined
New York Times - - 5 hours ago
For the privilege of being the first people in nearly eight years to climb the 354 steps to the crown of the Statue of Liberty, 30 visitors on the sun-kissed morning of July 4 had to first endure a bit of bureaucracy: ...
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Statue of Liberty crown reopens Los Angeles Times
TEA Party activists rally at Capitol
CNN - - 4 hours ago
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Instead of celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with barbecues and sparklers, about 2000 small-government advocates, toting signs and chanting slogans, rallied outside the US Capitol Saturday.
Tulare 'tea party' attracts thousands Fresno Bee
County tea party rallies protest tax hikes Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
Obama: US a strong partner of Iraq despite pullout
Reuters - 2 hours ago
WASHINGTON, July 4 (Reuters) - President Barack Obama said on Saturday Iraq faced difficult days ahead after taking control of its towns and cities from US forces but he pledged to remain a strong partner on behalf of the country's security and ...
Obama says Iraq will see difficult days ahead The Associated Press
Obama Throws a Backyard Party for the Fourth Washington Post
China moves on Opel with BAIC bid
Reuters - - 12 hours ago
FRANKFURT/MUNICH, July 3 (Reuters) - A Chinese automaker has offered to buy a stake in General Motors (GMGMQ.PK) unit Opel, challenging a deal from Canadian auto parts supplier Magna (MGa.
GM Europe head says to sell Opel to Magna soon: report Washington Post
GM Europe: Talks on selling Opel near completion The Associated Press
Job Losses Dampen Hopes for Recovery
Washington Post - - Jul 2, 2009
Mounting job losses rattled hopes yesterday that the economy is on track to grow later this year, showing that prospects for American workers are terrible -- and still getting worse.
Opening The Bank Vault To Private Equity
Seeking Alpha - 4 hours ago
This is one that I just don't get. The FDIC says it's going to issue new guidelines for the purchase of failed banks by private equity companies while the newly proposed banking regulations take a harsh stance towards commercial enterprises owning ...
Dismissal of MySpace Case 'Proper,' Defendant Says
Washington Post - - Jul 3, 2009
AP LOS ANGELES, July 3 -- A Missouri mother said she never should have been prosecuted for her role in a MySpace hoax directed at a 13-year-old girl who ended up committing suicide.
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Climate change causes sheep in Scottish herd to shrink
Los Angeles Times - - Jul 2, 2009
Researchers have concluded that rising temperatures have made it easier for scrawnier sheep to survive, thus reducing the average size of animals in the herd.
The Case of the Shrinking Sheep New York Times
Climate change is shrinking sheep BBC News
Leaked: Sony Ericsson's Upcoming Android Phone
PC World - - 4 hours ago
We know for some time now that Sony Ericsson (SE) is working on a Google Android based mobile phone, but the company has been keeping mum on details.
Sony Ericsson Making XPERIA Android? Holy Smokes… Android Phone Fans - Phandroid.com
1.6 Million Try for Michael Jackson Memorial Tickets
ABC News - - 27 minutes ago
For fans waiting eagerly to find out whether their names will be selected at random from an online lottery to attend Michael Jackson's memorial service, the chances have grown pretty slim.
Massive demand for Jackson memorial tickets Washington Post
Ex-Beatles, Rolling Stones manager Klein dies
The Associated Press - - 5 hours ago
NEW YORK (AP) - Music manager Allen Klein, a no-holds-barred businessman who bulldozed his way into and out of deals with the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, died Saturday, a publicist for his company said.
Allen Klein Dies at 77 TheInsider.com
Officials probe sedative in Jackson's death
Newsday - - 2 hours ago
The investigation into Michael Jackson's death is now focusing on the powerful sedative Diprivan, nicknamed "milk of amnesia," and the doctors who may have prescribed the drug to the King of Pop.
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The Buzz: Woods, Kim tied in AT&T National
Kansas City Star - 7 minutes ago
Anthony Kim waves to the gallery after putting out on the 18th hole during the third round of the AT&T National golf tournament at Congressional Country Club, Saturday, July 4, 2009, in Bethesda, Md.
Woods, Kim Tied for Lead Entering Final Round Washington Post
Hitting stride at 50, Michael Allen in contention at AT&T National The Canadian Press
Swiss Rider Steals Tour de France's Spotlight
New York Times - - 7 hours ago
MONACO - After four years away from the Tour de France, Lance Armstrong reached the top of the starting ramp during Saturday's first stage and soaked in the moment.
Lance Armstrong's first ride at Tour de France: neither bad nor great The Canadian Press
Cancellara wins first Tour de France stage The Associated Press
Serena stops Venus and wins Wimbledon women's singles final
Kansas City Star - 7 minutes ago
Serena Williams picked up the Venus Rosewater Dish trophy after her win over sister Venus in the women's singles final. WIMBLEDON, England | It's rare to see Venus Williams telegraph defeat on Wimbledon's Centre Court, where she has triumphed so many ...
Serena Williams wins Wimbledon crown Waterbury Republican American
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First swine flu death in London
BBC News - 16 hours ago
A 19-year-old man has died after contracting swine flu in London, health authorities in the capital have said. The man, from south London, had serious underlying health problems and was in Lewisham Hospital.
Croatia reports first H1N1 case Reuters
SOLUTIONS/PERKINS: Dealing with abortion in health care reform
Washington Times - - 6 hours ago
While liberal Democrats on Capitol Hill are working to pass President Obama's plan to overhaul the nation's health care system, few are talking about this essential issue: Will health care reform force taxpayers ...
Medicare's Mixed Legacy New York Times
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Bronx Build-A-Bear toys stuffed with millions in heroin
New York Daily News - - 6 hours ago
Authorities on Saturday announced a massive heroin bust in the Bronx, where dealers were moving millions of dollars in dope inside Build-A-Bear dolls.
Drug bust nets heroin stuffed in Build-A-Bear toys The Associated Press
$30 Million Worth of Heroin Seized in NYC Teddy Bear Drug Bust New York's PIX11 / WPIX-TV
5th Death Tied to South Carolina Killer
New York Times - 1 hour ago
By AP GAFFNEY, SC (AP) - A teenage girl who had been shot while helping her father in their family's small furniture and appliance store died on Saturday, becoming the fifth victim of a suspected serial killer, the authorities said.
US celebrates Independence Day
AFP - 6 hours ago
WASHINGTON (AFP) - Americans across the United States celebrated their national holiday on Saturday, commemorating the 233 years since the Declaration of Independence with barbecues, live music and lots of fireworks.
Cherish your freedom on Independence Day Buffalo News
Independence 1776. Independence 201x? Liberty Papers
Attack on US base in eastern Afghanistan kills two soldiers
Los Angeles Times - - 10 hours ago
US military officials say 'several' US soldiers also were wounded in the assault on the remote outpost in Paktika province.
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US troops expand Afghan operation Aljazeera.net