CTV.ca | Chile earthquake: nation in shock as death toll climbs Telegraph.co.uk The death toll from the massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Chile on Saturday has reached 300 and is expected to climb further as authorities estimate two million people were affected by the disaster and half a million homes were severely ... Japan Breathes Sigh of Relief as Tsunami Passes Chilean residents on edge over fear of aftershocks Tsunami waves from Chilean quake arrive in Japan |
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Chile earthquake: nation in shock as death toll climbs - Telegraph.co.uk
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Huge 8.8-magnitude quake hits Chile - Reuters
ABC Online | Huge 8.8-magnitude quake hits Chile Reuters SANTIAGO, Chile (Reuters) - A massive magnitude-8.8 earthquake struck south-central Chile early on Saturday, killing at least six people, triggering a tsunami and rattling buildings in the capital Santiago. President Michelle Bachelet said six people ... Massive earthquake hits Chile Chile earthquake: 'Everyone fears aftershocks' Deadly earthquake hits central Chile |
Friday, February 26, 2010
Golden Kim is queen of her court - SI.com
BBC Sport | Golden Kim is queen of her court SI.com VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- After the brilliance of the short program, it was hard to imagine there wouldn't be a letdown. How could South Korea's Kim Yu-Na be perfect a second night in the face of the suffocating pressure of expectations? ... As Kim Raises the Bar, South Korea Delights Kim Yuna coasts to gold medal in women's figure skating Kim effortlessly assumes Olympic throne |
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Senate to Vote on Jobs Bill, Passage Likely - FOXNews
New York Times (blog) | Senate to Vote on Jobs Bill, Passage Likely FOXNews AP The measure cleared a key hurdle on Monday when the Senate's newest Republican, Scott Brown, and four other Republicans broke party ranks to defeat a procedural maneuver to block a final vote. WASHINGTON -- Companies that hire the unemployed would ... Md. Republicans propose budget cuts Outside donations buoyed Brown W » |
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Obama's proposal designed to stir debate - Los Angeles Times
National Post | Obama's proposal designed to stir debate Los Angeles Times His plan isn't a blueprint for a new approach to revamping the system and will likely be used as a guide to modifying existing legislation. By Kim Geiger Reporting from Washington - President Obama on Monday offered his plan for revamping the ... Democrats Cautiously Embrace Obama Health Plan Obama's health care bill revision seeks Dem unity Insurer's steep rate hike may aid Obama's cause |
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Obama wants federal power to block excessive health insurance rate hikes - CNN
Kansas City Star | Obama wants federal power to block excessive health insurance rate hikes CNN Washington (CNN) -- The Obama administration will propose legislation that would » |
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Sunday, February 21, 2010
Head Strong: Sorry, but for me, the party is over | Philadelphia Inquirer | 02 ... - Philadelphia Inquirer
UPI.com | Head Strong: Sorry, but for me, the party is over | Philadelphia Inquirer | 02 ... Philadelphia Inquirer It took only the single tap of a computer key, and just like that I'd exited the Republican Party after 30 years of active membership. The context might sound impulsive, but I'd been thinking of becoming an independent ... Conservatives Fuel Primary Ch » |
Saturday, February 20, 2010
NAMES + FACES Rapper in flap with Michigan native Mitt Romney - Detroit Free Press
New York Daily News | NAMES + FACES Rapper in flap with Michigan native Mitt Romney Detroit Free Press News broke earlier in the week that former Republican presidential candidate and Michigan native Mitt Romney had gotten into an altercation with an unidentified passenger on a flight Monday. MTV.com reported Friday that Sky Blu (born ... His side Conservatives Help Fuel Primary Ch » |
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Friday, February 19, 2010
Witness becomes rescuer in Austin plane incident - CNN
The Hindu | Witness becomes rescuer in Austin plane incident CNN (CNN) -- Robin Dehaven usu » |
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
US drone attack kills three in Pakistan - BBC News
Telegraph.co.uk | US drone attack kills three in Pakistan BBC News Missiles fired by a suspected US drone aircraft have killed at least three militants in north-west Pakistan, security officials say. The attack targeted a compound in Tapi Tolkhel village, 15km (nine miles) east of Miranshah, the main town in North ... Drone attack kills 2 in Pakistan US drone strike kills 4 Pakistan rebels: officials Obama Administration Silent on Details of Taliban Leader's Detention |
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Top Taleban commander Mullah Baradar captured in Pakistan: report - Times Online
Daily Mail | Top Taleban commander Mullah Baradar captured in Pakistan: report Times Online The top military commander of the Taleban, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, has been captured in Karachi in a secret raid by Pakistani and US intelligence forces, according to a report. Citing US government officials, the New York Times newspaper said Mr ... Taliban denies commander captured in Pakistan Top Taliban commander captured, US official says Secret Joint Raid Captures Taliban's Top Commander |
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Sunday, February 14, 2010
McChrystal regrets Afghan deaths - BBC News
Reuters | McChrystal regrets Afghan deaths BBC News The commander of US and Nato forces in Afghanistan has apologised after rockets fired during an offensive in Helmand province killed 12 civilians. Gen Stanley McChrystal said he "deeply regretted this tragic loss of life" and suspended use of the ... Marines Find 'Death at Every Corner' in Offensive Civilian casualties cast shadow on offensive on Afghan Taliban Twelve Taliban killed in NATO offensive: Afghan official |
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Saturday, February 13, 2010
Professor's arrest roils Alabama campus after shootings - Los Angeles Times
BBC News | Professor's arrest roils Alabama campus after shootings Los Angeles Times Amy Bishop is charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of three fellow biology professors. A Massachusetts police chief discloses that Bishop fat » |
Friday, February 12, 2010
Death of Olympic luger raises speed, safety concerns - USA Today
CBC.ca | Death of Olympic luger raises speed, safety concerns USA Today But following the death of Republic of Georgia luger Norad Kumaritashvili Friday after he crashed, flew off the sled and out of the track into a steel beam during a Winter Olympics training run, several questions have ... Vancouver Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Luger killed in sled crash during Olympic practice run Athletes, audience pay tribute to Georgian luger |
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
Friends: Bill Clinton keeps 'frenetic pace' - CNN
Sydney Morning Herald | Friends: Bill Clinton keeps 'frenetic pace' CNN "While he eats a lot better than he used to," he still indulges, one friend tells CNN. (CNN) -- Though Bill Clinton has received lots of attention for getting healthy since his 2004 heart surgery -- losing weight, exercising more, improving his diet ... Doctor: Clinton Most Likely Recognized Chest Pain as Serious Bill Clinton gets stents in artery after having chest pains Clinton Likely to Leave Hospital Today After Heart Procedure |
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Iran Mobilizes to Stifle Opposition Protests - FOXNews
The Guardian | Iran Mobilizes to Stifle Opposition Protests FOXNews AP Feb. 7: Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad wears eye protection goggles as he visits an exhibition of Iran's laser science, in Tehran. BEIRUT â€" Iranian authorities deployed in force across Tehran Wednesday to conduct last-minute security sweeps ... Iran braces for protests on revolution day Anniversary of Iran Revolution: News updates Iran set for anniversary protests |
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
In poll, Republicans gaining political ground on Obama - Washington Post
Boston Globe | In poll, Republicans gaining political ground on Obama Washington Post Republicans have significantly narrowed the gap with Democrats on who is trusted to deal with the country's problems and have sharply reduced several of President Obama's main political advantages, according to a new ... Obama's aim on health care: Mesh 'best ideas' Ahead of Midterms, Doubts About Obama, Economic Discontent Lead to GOP Rise Congress and Country: Behold the Differences |
Monday, February 8, 2010
Eyes on Ukraine PM to contest poll results or quit - BBC News
New York Times (blog) | Eyes on Ukraine PM to contest poll results or quit BBC News Ukraine is waiting for Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko to either contest results from Sunday's presidential election, or accept defeat and quit. Pro-Moscow opposition leader Viktor Yanukovych appears to have narrowly won the poll, which monitors have ... For Kremlin, an Election in Ukraine Cuts Two Ways Candidates Sought Guidance From American Consultants |
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Sunday, February 7, 2010
Obama invites Republicans to summit on health care - Washington Post
Kansas City Star | Obama invites Republicans to summit on health care Washington Post President Obama holds up a document of GOP solutions given by House Minority Leader John A. Boehner last month. (Charles Dharapak/associated Press) By Michael D. Shear President Obama moved to jump-start the st » |
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Saturday, February 6, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Convention Is Trying to Harness Tea Party Spirit - New York Times
Los Angeles Times | Convention Is Trying to Harness Tea Party Spirit New York Times NASHVILLE â€" As they opened their inaugural national convention here, Tea Party advocates from across the country declared that they would turn the grass-roots anger that burst onto the streets a year ago into real political power, ... Tea Party Convention Gives Boost to Aspiring Elected Officials 'Tea party' convention a forum for woes, worries Tea Partiers Meet to R » |
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Republican Scott Brown of Massachusetts sworn in to Senate - Los Angeles Times
Reuters | Republican Scott Brown of Massachusetts sworn in to Senate Los Angeles Times His replacement of the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy means Democrats no longer have the 60 votes they need to avert a GOP filibuster. Republican Scott Brown, accompanied by wife Gail Huff, is sworn in to the Senate by Vice President Joe Biden. ... Massachusetts' newest senator Scott Brown is sworn in by Vice President Biden. With Scott Brown sworn into Senate, parties shift strategies Brown sworn in as US senator from Massachusetts |
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Congressional Democrats are nay-saying Obama's budget - Los Angeles Times
Reuters | Congressional Democrats are nay-saying Obama's budget Los Angeles Times Lawmakers are railing against certain items as a campaign strategy, establishing their distance from controversial aspects of the administration. By Janet Hook and Christi Parsons Reporting from Washington - As Congress begins picking through President ... Obama's Session With Senate Democrats is Campaign Prelude |
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