AFP | Upstate Republican Abruptly Suspends Race for Congress New York Times A moderate Republican whose candidacy for an upstate New York Congressional seat had set off a storm of national conservative opposition, abruptly withdrew on Saturday, emboldening the right at a time when the ... NY special election has broad political significance NY Republican abandons election bid |
Washington Post | Stimulus saved or created 640239 jobs: White House Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama White House on Friday said it believed grants and loans from the $787 billion economic stimulus plan approved early this year had saved or created 640329 jobs so far. The stimulus, pushed through the US Congress in ... White House Data Show 650000 Jobs From Stimulus |
Reuters | US Economy: Consumers, Government Propel Growth Bloomberg Oct. 29 (Bloomberg) -- The US economy returned to growth in the third quarter after a yearlong contraction as government incentives spurred consumers to spend more on homes and cars. The world's largest economy expanded at a 3.5 ... Nation's GDP rises 3.5 percent in third quarter Economy returns to growth after deep slump Economy growing but recovery could be at risk |
Daily Mail | 8 US soldiers killed in Afghanistan CNN Kabul, Afghanistan (CNN) -- The US military suffered another day of heavy losses in Afghanistan on Tuesday as roadside bombs killed eight soldiers, two military officials told CNN. An Afghan civilian working with NATO troops also was killed in the ... 8 US Troops Are Killed in Bombings in Afghanistan October Becomes Deadliest Month for US in Afghan War US: 8 soldiers killed in Afghanistan bombings |
Telegraph.co.uk | Iraq Blast Toll Continues to Rise, Includes Children New York Times Hadi Mizban/AP Mourners carried the coffin a victim who was killed in a suicide bombing the day before on Monday in Baghdad. More Photos > By ROD NORDLAND BAGHDAD â€" As the floodwater from broken water mains and sewers drained away, workers continued to ... Iraq bombings: US military spokesman praises Iraqi response Baghdad voices: After the attacks Iraqis angry at security lapse in deadly bombings |
ABC News | Baghdad blasts: 132 people killed in worst attack in two years Telegraph.co.uk Iraq suffered its deadliest terrorist attack in more than two years when two car bombs killed at least 132 people in the centre of Baghdad. By Adrian Blomfield, Middle East Correspondent Another 500 were wounded when the bombs targeting government ... Obama: Iraq attacks an attempt to derail progress Obama condemns 'outrageous' Baghdad bombings Iraq Suffers Worst Attack in 2009 With Twin Bombings |
Times Online | New York suspends mandatory flu shots CNN New York -- New York public health workers will no longer be required to be vaccinated against both the seasonal and H1N1 flu virus, state officials announced Thursday, prompted by a vaccine shortage. A statement from Gov. ... Season at peak levels early - swine flu blamed New York State Backs Off Forced Vaccines Warren flu clinic ran smoothly |
New York Times | US Existing Home Sales Jump as Buyers Seek Tax Credit Before Expiration Bloomberg Oct. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Sales of existing US homes climbed in September to the highest level in more than two years as homebuyers rushed to take advantage of a tax credit before it runs out. Purchases jumped 9.4 percent to a 5.57 million ... Home Sales in South Rise 9 Pct From a Year Ago ! Home sales jump 9.4 percent to highest level in two years INSTANT VIEW 4-US Sept existing home sales rebound |
CBS News | Liberals Open Fire on Harry Reid CBS News CBS News Capitol Hill Correspondent Nancy Cordes and Capitol Hill Producer Jill Jackson join Sharyl Attkisson to break down everything you need to know about the five health care bills in the House and Senate. ... WH leaning towards public option The Day After: F » |
Globe and Mail | Iran, 3 powers have till Friday to OK nuclear deal Reuters VIENNA (Reuters) - The UN nuclear watchdog presented on Wednesday a draft deal to Iran and three world powers for approval within two days to reduce Tehran's stockpile of enriched uranium, seen by the West as a ... Diplomats: Iranian negotiators back uranium deal Why does Iran need more potent uranium? Medical care. Clinton Says Atomic Agency Need Powers to Find Sites |
Times Online | Afghan run-off as Obama mulls troop decision AFP WASHINGTON â€" US President Barack Obama Tuesday welcomed the end to Afghanistan's electoral limbo, but has not decided whether the run-off vote will impact the timing of his decision on a new war strategy. After Washington spent several days ratcheting ... Obama welcomes Karzai's decision on vote Karzai accepts need for run-off vote Karzai Accepts Afghan Runoff |
Sydney Morning Herald | Pakistan Taliban Attack Police in Two Cities; 26 Die Bloomberg Oct. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Islamic militants attacked key police facilities in two Pakistani cities, killing at least 26 people in their latest strikes on security forces as the army prepares an offensive against a Taliban ... Gunmen, Bombers Hit 5 Sites in Pakistan; 38 Die Wave of attacks rock Pakistan Audacious militant tactics stun Pakistan |
guardian.co.uk | First photo of woman held 18 years in backyard The Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO â€" The first photo of Jaycee Dugard since she was reunited with her family after 18 years in captivity shows a smiling woman with long, light brown hair. Dugard, now 29, tells People magazine she's "so happy to be back with my family" ... Jaycee Dugard breaks silence, saying she's beginning recovery Photo of Kidnapped Jaycee Dugard as Adult Published in People Jaycee Dugard lands on the cover of People magazine |
New York Times | UPDATE 1-US healthcare overhaul poised for big step forward ! Reuters WASHINGTON, Oct 13 (Reuters) - US President Barack Obama's push for sweeping healthcare reform was poised to clear a key Senate hurdle on Tuesday, opening a new phase in the raging debate over his top domestic ... Senate Panel Convenes Ahead of Health Vote |
Telegraph.co.uk | Who's Happy About the Nobel in Economics? Forbes Forbes editors let you see what they are reading elsewhere on the web, and give their perspective on it 24x7x365. +Share October 12, 2009: Congratulations to Elinor Ostrom and Oliver Williamson on winning the Prize, and for their tremendous ... Ostrom, Williamson share Nobel economics prize American is first woman to win Nobel in economics Nobel Prize for Economics goes to two Americans |
Channel 4 News | Obama again pledges to change policy on gays The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" President Barack Obama restated his campaign pledge to » |
Voice of America | Pakistan gunmen 'take hostages' BBC News A group of militants who earlier attacked Pakistan's military HQ have taken a number of security personnel hostage, reports say. Six soldiers and four militants were killed in the initial attack as gunmen attacked the compound in Rawalpindi. ... Gunmen hold hostages inside Pakistan army HQ Gunmen Attack Pakistan's Army Headquarters Gunmen Assault Pakistan Army Headquarters, at Least 6 Troops Dead |
Telegraph.co.uk | Obama Peace Prize win has Americans asking why? Reuters NEW YORK (Reuters) - The award of the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday to US President Barack Obama had many puzzled Americans scratching their heads. "It would be wonderful if I could think why he won," said Claire Sprague, 82, ... How the Nobel Peace Prize Is Awarded N! obel Committee's Decision Courts Controversy |
Times Online | Taliban claim they pose no threat to west guardian.co.uk Taliban fighters pose with weapons on 19 August. The leadership has posted a statement online saying they pose no threat to other countries. Photograph: Reuters The Taliban have issued an English-language statement claiming they pose no international ... Obama to Consult with Biden, Hillary Clinton on Afghan Policy US encounters stumbling blocks in training Afghans Obama Meets Advisers Amid Afghan Policy Debate |
Telegraph.co.uk | Afghan Taliban say they pose no threat to the West Reuters KABUL (Reuters) - The Afghan Taliban pose no threat to the West but will continue their fight against occupying foreign forces, they said on Wednesday, the eighth anniversary of the US-led invasion that removed them from power. ... 8 years in, Obama weighs Afghanistan options Obama to Discuss Afghanistan With Advisors Obama rejects 'Biden option' on Afghanistan |
