Reuters - It's no coincidence that President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton visited California university campuses during the final weeks of the 2010 midterm election.
Stacy Keibler Summer Glau Susan Sarandon Tara Reid Teri Hatcher
Sunday, October 31, 2010
California's high-stakes elections go down to wire (Reuters)
Habitable Hotspots on Mars? Volcano Vents May Be Signs (SPACE.com)
SPACE.com - The residue of
hydrothermal vents on the flanks of a volcano on Mars could be signs of one of
the most recent habitable environments on the Red Planet, researchers suggest.
hydrothermal vents on the flanks of a volcano on Mars could be signs of one of
the most recent habitable environments on the Red Planet, researchers suggest.
Drew Barrymore Eliza Dushku Elizabeth Banks Elizabeth Taylor Emma Bunton
New monkey found in Myanmar near China dam project (Reuters)
Reuters - A new type of snub-nosed monkey has been found in a remote forested region of northern Myanmar which is under threat from logging and a Chinese dam project, scientists said on Wednesday.
Jennifer Connelly Jennifer Ellison Jennifer Esposito Jennifer Garner Jennifer Lopez
How Soay Sheep Survive on Dreary Scottish Isles (LiveScience.com)
LiveScience.com - On the Scottish archipelago of St. Kilda, the Soay sheep may
not have any natural predators, but they do have the elements to contend with:
a lack of food, brutal weather that can kill off half the population at a time
and parasitic worms that live inside their bodies and suppress their immune
systems.
not have any natural predators, but they do have the elements to contend with:
a lack of food, brutal weather that can kill off half the population at a time
and parasitic worms that live inside their bodies and suppress their immune
systems.
Miranda Kerr Mischa Barton Molly Sims Monica Bellucci Myleene Klass
Parise sent home to NJ with lower body injury (AP)
AP - Devils left wing Zach Parise was sent back to New Jersey after sustaining an undisclosed lower body injury during his club's 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night.
Amber Valletta Amy Smart Angelina Jolie Angie Harmon Anna Faris
Nepal firm takes high speed Internet to Mt Everest (Reuters)
Reuters - A private telecom firm took high speed Internet facilities to the top of the world on Thursday when it launched Nepal's first 3G services at the base camp of Mount Everest.
Allison Mack Alyson Hannigan Alyssa Milano Amanda Peet Amanda Seyfried
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ? potatoes? (The Newsroom)
The Newsroom - Forget cleanses, high-protein diets and the Zone. There's a new diet in town, people: The Potato Diet. That's right: Spuds. Fries. All day, every day for two months. That's what Chris Voigt, the Director of the Washington Potato Commission, (and ?
Mary Elizabeth Winstead Mary Louise Parker Meg Ryan Megan Fox Melyssa Ford
Exhibit delves into life and legend of Houdini (Reuters)
Reuters - Handcuffs, shackles, a torture chamber and straitjacket used by renowned escape artist Harry Houdini will be part of a major exhibit that delves into the life and legend of the world famous magician.
Cindy Crawford Claire Danes Courteney Cox Courtney Love Dania Ramirez
Egypt author threatens to sue over Hebrew translation (Reuters)
Reuters - An Egyptian author said on Saturday he would take legal action against the publishers of an unauthorized Hebrew translation of his bestselling novel, released without his permission by a Jerusalem-based group.
Helena Bonham Carter Hilary Duff Hilary Swank Isabel Lucas Jada Pinkett Smith
Chuck Schumer really, really wants Harry Reid?s job (The Upshot)
The Upshot - With Harry Reid in serious danger of losing re-election on Tuesday, Democrats are naturally wondering who might replace him as the party's top leader in the Senate should he not return to Washington. It's no secret that Chuck Schumer desperately wants the job, and today, the New York Times examines the senior New York senator's [...]
Amber Tamblyn Amber Valletta Amy Smart Angelina Jolie Angie Harmon
Lone Star State gets Rangers back in World Series (AP)
AP - Back in Texas. Back in the World Series.
Sophia Myles Sophie Monk Stacy Keibler Summer Glau Susan Sarandon
Ruler of UAE's Ras al Khaimah emirate dies (AP)
AP - Sheik Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, a ruler in the United Arab Emirates federation and one of the world's longest-reigning monarchs, died Wednesday, state media reported. He was 90.
Michelle Williams Mila Kunis Milla Jovovich Minka Kelly Minnie Driver
Saturday, October 30, 2010
UCI fine Armstrong's team for Tour jersey antics (AFP)
AFP - World cycling chiefs have slapped a ban and a fine on RadioShack manager Johan Bruyneel after jersey-swapping antics designed to promote Lance Armstrong's fight against cancer at the Tour de France.
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Camille Grammer Feels "Completely Abandoned" by Kelsey
For someone who describes herself as a "very private person," Camille Grammer is doing a lot of public talking these days.
The Real Housewife of Beverly Hills is especially open about ex-husband Kesley Grammer, who left her soon after she agreed to a role on the Bravo reality series. In an interview with People, Camille says it's lucrative "cathartic" to discuss the divorce, as she does in detail via the following excerpts...
How did she learn she'd been dumped?
In June I got a phone call from a mutual friend in New York who was upset by behavior of his that she'd seen... I texted him again and he wrote: "I don't want to talk." I wrote, "We've been together for 14 years; I deserve an explanation." Finally, three hours later, he called me. He basically said, "I don't want to be married anymore."
How did she react?
I asked him if there was anything we could work on. I offered to go to therapy. Having children, I wasn't ready to throw in the towel. But his mind was already made up. I started crying and he said, "Oh, grow up." I said, "What about our children?" and he said, "They'll get over it." It was harsh.
How does she feel now?
I feel completely abandoned. I feel dismissed. This all happened very quickly for me. We don't even speak. He doesn't want to. For me, having two children together, it's very important that the two of us communicate. He only wants to communicate via e-mail, through our lawyers or a therapist who acts as a mediator.
How have the kids reacted?
They still don't realize he's not coming back. They think their daddy is busy doing a play. I'm trying to work with them on the concept that he's not going to come home the way they think he is.
Patricia Arquette Patricia Heaton Paula Cole Penelope Cruz Portia De Rossi
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Ky. Dems replay scuffle in ad attacking Paul (AP)
AP - Kentucky Democrats are replaying the high-profile scuffle involving Rand Paul supporters and a liberal activist in a TV ad released Thursday that claims the Republican Senate hopeful is "stomping on Kentucky."
Clinton pushed Meek to quit Fla. race (Politico)
Politico - Clinton nearly succeeds in�persuading Meek to drop out of the Florida Senate race against Crist.
Halliburton used flawed cement on BP well: panel (Reuters)
Reuters - Halliburton Co. used flawed cement in BP Plc's doomed Gulf of Mexico well, which could have contributed to the blowout that sparked the worst offshore oil spill in U.S. history, a White House panel said on Thursday.
Hispanic vote important for Democrats, but harder to get (AFP)
AFP - Democrats are courting Hispanic voters to blunt a likely Republican advance in US legislative elections Tuesday, but they may prove hard to get after three years of hard economic times.
58% - Millennials Still Strongest Obama Supporters (Pew)
Pew - President Obama’s job approval rating has fallen across the board since its post-inauguration high, but just as was the case in February 2009, Millennials are the strongest supporters of the president.
India says fears militant attack during Obama visit (Reuters)
Reuters - The Indian government fears separatists in Kashmir could stage attacks during the visit of U.S. President Barack Obama to draw global attention to a region where a two-decade old revolt against New Delhi has revived this year.
Roach: Pacquiao having worst-ever training camp (AP)
AP - When Manny Pacquiao finally made his way past the autograph hounds and the process server to climb the rickety staircase to the Wild Card Gym, he was met by dozens of fans, fellow fighters, reporters and even a television star, all wanting a moment before his workout.
Madonna to open 'Hard Candy' health club chain (AFP)
AFP - Pop music icon Madonna will launch a chain of fitness clubs, with the first to open in Mexico City next month, her business partners in the new venture announced.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Obama to focus on jobs, economy on India visit (AFP)
AFP - President Barack Obama will argue that India's emerging might can help speed the US economy's slow crawl out of crisis on a state visit next month packed with business-themed events.
Serious Obama defends his policies on "The Daily Show" (Reuters)
Reuters - President Barack Obama targeted young voters on Wednesday with a robust defense of his policies and promises in an appearance on the popular comedy program "The Daily Show."
U.S. ends inquiry on Google's Street View data grab (Reuters)
Reuters - U.S. regulators looking at Google Inc's data grab by "Street View" cars have decided to end their inquiry, noting improvements that the search company has made to build consumer privacy into its corporate structure.
Indonesia struggles as tsunami, volcano tolls rise (AP)
AP - Helicopters with emergency supplies finally landed Wednesday on the remote Indonesian islands slammed by a tsunami that killed more than 300 people, while elsewhere in the archipelago the toll from a volcanic eruption rose to 30, including the mountain's spiritual caretaker.
Toll passes 270 in Indonesia tsunami disaster (AFP)
AFP - The toll from a tsunami which smashed into Indonesia rose sharply past 270 on Wednesday as rescuers reached the remote islands hit hardest by the disaster and found scenes of devastation.
Blackburn set for 46mln sale to Indian firm (Reuters)
Reuters - Blackburn Rovers hope the sale of the club to Indian conglomerate Venkys will be completed in November with the investors expecting to seal a 46 million pound ($73.04 million) deal for the Premier League side.
Chilean miners honored in ceremony, football game (AP)
AP - Thirty-three miners rescued after more than two months trapped underground were given a heroes' welcome at the national palace Monday by President Sebastian Pinera, who embraced the men just as he did when they emerged one by one from the depths.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Chicago is Clinton's latest stop to rally Dems (AP)
AP - Former President Bill Clinton rallied voters Tuesday to keep Democrats in control of Illinois, especially in the races for governor and President Barack Obama's old U.S. Senate seat as Republicans gain razor-thin leads.
Top Putin aide confirmed as Moscow mayor (AFP)
AFP - Moscow's parliament Thursday confirmed a close aide of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin as mayor of the Russian capital after the dramatic firing of the flamboyant city strongman Yuri Luzhkov.
One week from US vote, Republicans fired up (AFP)
AFP - One week before US elections, President Barack Obama's fired-up Republican foes seemed on track Tuesday to ride a wave of voter anger at the sour economy to big gains in Congress.
Chafee runs Obama ad day after RI Dem's 'shove it' (AP)
AP - Rhode Island independent candidate for governor Lincoln Chafee (CHAY'-fee) is running a TV ad featuring President Barack Obama, the day after rival Democrat Frank Caprio said Obama could "shove it" for not endorsing him.
Richard nears Gulf of Mexico, no threat to U.S. oil (Reuters)
Reuters - Tropical Storm Richard weakened to a tropical depression on Monday as it moved across southern Mexico and headed for the Bay of Campeche, but did not look to pose a major threat to Mexican or U.S. oil operations.
Economy regaining pre-slowdown growth - Mukherjee (Reuters)
Reuters - India's economy is on the path to regaining the growth momentum seen before the global economic slowdown, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said on Tuesday.
Madonna to open 'Hard Candy' health club chain (AFP)
AFP - Pop music icon Madonna will launch a chain of fitness clubs, with the first to open in Mexico City next month, her business partners in the new venture announced.
BP boss says group will not quit US over oil disaster (AFP)
AFP - BP will not quit the United States over the Gulf of Mexico oil disaster that had "threatened the very existence" of the energy giant, its new chief executive Bob Dudley said here on Monday.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Haiti cholera deaths slow, but spread still feared (Reuters)
Reuters - The rate of deaths in Haiti's cholera epidemic slowed on Monday as a multinational medical operation scaled up to limit the spread of an outbreak that has killed 259 people in the earthquake-hit country.
AP source: anti-hunger group to sponsor Gordon car (AP)
AP - Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon will be sponsored next season by an anti-hunger campaign coordinated through the AARP Foundation.
Cholera epidemic reaches Haiti capital (AFP)
AFP - An epidemic of cholera that has ravaged northern and central Haiti has reached the country's densely populated capital, according to UN officials.
Hurricane Richard bears down on Belize (AFP)
AFP - Hurricane Richard bore down Sunday on Belize and the Yucatan peninsula, threatening low-lying coastal areas with high winds, potentially deadly flooding and storm surges, weather authorities said.
On the road again: Obama campaigns for Minn. Dems (AP)
AP - Why go backward? President Barack Obama challenged voters Saturday. He said Republicans can only hope Americans forget which party brought them a "lost decade."
Armstrong's last international race Down Under (Reuters)
Reuters - Seven-times Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong will make his final professional appearance on foreign soil at the Tour Down Under next year, organizers said.
Homeland Security nears decision on virtual fence (AP)
AP - The Homeland Security Department is close to a decision on what's next for a costly, problem-plagued "virtual fence" ordered by Congress four years ago to help secure the U.S.-Mexico border.
Gunmen storm party, kill 13 in Mexico border city (AFP)
AFP - Gunmen burst into a party and shot dead 13 young people and wounded 20 others in the Mexican border city of Cuidad Juarez, the third massacre in the city this year, authorities have said.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Hurricane hits Belize, could reach Mexico oil fields (Reuters)
Reuters - Hurricane Richard struck the tiny Central American nation of Belize on Sunday, blowing roofs off houses and knocking out electricity as tourists and residents huddled in emergency shelters.
Alaska Dems threaten to sue over write-in lists (AP)
AP - Alaska Democrats are threatening to sue the state, alleging election officials are trying to influence the outcome of the U.S. Senate race by illegally providing voters a list of write-in candidates.
U.N. envoy defends Falun Gong, "evil cult" for China (Reuters)
Reuters - The U.N. special rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief on Thursday spoke out against intolerance toward religious groups such as Falun Gong and the Baha'is, remarks that irritated China.
Senate unlikely to follow House on yuan (Reuters)
Reuters - The Senate is unlikely to take up pending China currency legislation following a weekend promise by the Group of 20 economic powers to shun currency devaluations for trade advantage, analysts said on Sunday.
Putin set to approve $59 billion Russian asset sale (Reuters)
Reuters - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is likely to approve $59 billion of asset sales on Thursday as the Kremlin seeks to plug a hole in the budget with the most ambitious privatization plan in over a decade.
Russia, NATO must overcome historic distrust: Medvedev (AFP)
AFP - Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Wednesday said his country's ties with NATO have to overcome years of historic distrust, as he prepares to attend the Western alliance's summit.
Jimin Kang wins LPGA Malaysia (AP)
AP - Jimin Kang won the Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia for her second LPGA Tour title, beating Juli Inkster by a stroke Sunday when the 50-year-old Hall of Famer bogeyed the final hole.
Top Putin aide confirmed as Moscow mayor (AFP)
AFP - Moscow's parliament Thursday confirmed a close aide of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin as mayor of the Russian capital after the dramatic firing of the flamboyant city strongman Yuri Luzhkov.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Mexico: 13 dead in massacre at Ciudad Juarez party (AP)
AP - Gunmen stormed two neighboring homes and massacred 13 young people at a birthday party in the latest large-scale attack in this violent border city, even as a new government strategy seeks to restore order with social programs and massive police deployments.
Obama asks voters to stick with Democrats (AP)
AP - Control of Congress at stake on Nov. 2, President Barack Obama appealed to voters Friday to stick with Democrats although times are tough and the electricity of his presidential campaign can seem like a faded memory.
Iowa State latest to dump No. 22 Texas, 28-21 (AP)
AP - Austen Arnaud passed for two touchdowns, Alexander Robinson ran for 120 yards and two scores and Iowa State put another home loss on No. 22 Texas, 28-21 on Saturday.
Mexican student takes over police in drug war town (Reuters)
Reuters - A 20-year-old female college student is the new police chief of one of Mexico's most dangerous drug war towns on the U.S. border, where policemen have quit and officials have been killed.
Corporate donors fund chamber?s 2010 political push (The Upshot)
The Upshot - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce won't bow to Democrats' requests to reveal donors behind its $75 million midterm-election push. But based on information gleaned from corporate filings and "obscure places," the New York Times offers what it calls a "glimpse" into the money that funds some of the chamber's enormous lobbying and political advocacy efforts. [...]
U.S. plan for trade targets hits G20 headwinds (Reuters)
Reuters - The United States struggled on Friday to win backing for a proposal to set limits on external imbalances as a way of pressing countries with surpluses such as China to let their exchange rates rise.
Mexico nabs alleged Chinese migrant smuggler (AP)
AP - Mexican federal police have captured the suspected leader of a gang that trafficked Chinese migrants through Mexico to the U.S.
Friday, October 22, 2010
U.S. seeks $2 bln in military aid for Pakistan (Reuters)
Reuters - The United States announced $2 billion in military aid for Pakistan on Friday as the two countries sought to dispel doubts about Islamabad's commitment to uprooting Islamist insurgents from safe havens on its soil.
Iraq war leaks: US didn't probe abuse allegations (AP)
AP - U.S. forces often failed to follow up on credible evidence that Iraqi forces mistreated, tortured and killed their captives in the battle against a violent insurgency, according to accounts contained in what was purportedly the largest leak of secret information in U.S. history.
Putin should not run in 2012 vote: Medvedev aide (Reuters)
Reuters - Prime Minister Vladimir Putin should not stand in Russia's 2012 presidential election so that President Dmitry Medvedev can fulfill his modernization drive, the head of Medvedev's think-tank said on Thursday.
Sudan arrests Darfuris after U.N. visit: U.S. official (Reuters)
Reuters - Sudanese security officials have arrested two Darfuri refugees who were seen speaking to envoys from the U.N. Security Council during a visit to the region, a U.S. official said on Friday.
Alaska Dems threaten to sue over write-in lists (AP)
AP - Alaska Democrats are threatening to sue the state, alleging election officials are trying to influence the outcome of the U.S. Senate race by illegally providing voters a list of write-in candidates.
After 11-year odyssey, Shields is newest UFC star (AP)
AP - Jake Shields allowed himself a quick moment of awe when he took his seat under the soaring ceilings of the elegant Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Wipro disappoints as currency, wages weigh; shares down (Reuters)
Reuters - India's Wipro Ltd lagged street estimates of second-quarter net profit due to currency volatility and said the global economic environment remained uncertain, sending its shares down more than 3 percent.
Opposition says Moscow square rally given go-ahead (Reuters)
Reuters - Russian opposition leaders on Wednesday said they had received permission to hold a rally on Moscow's central Triumph Square for the first time in years, weeks after the Kremlin dismissed the city's veteran mayor.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Adebayor treble fires City, Liverpool hold Napoli in Europa League (AFP)
AFP - Emmanuel Adebayor, making a rare start for moneybags Manchester City, scored his first goals of the season on Thursday to secure a 3-1 win over Lech Poznan and give his club an excellent chance of qualifying from Europe League Group A.
U.N. envoy defends Falun Gong, "evil cult" for China (Reuters)
Reuters - The U.N. special rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief on Thursday spoke out against intolerance toward religious groups such as Falun Gong and the Baha'is, remarks that irritated China.
Obama courts women voters on West Coast tour (Reuters)
Reuters - President Barack Obama will aim his economic message at women voters as he campaigns on the West Coast for two female candidates crucial to Democrats' chances of keeping their fragile majority in the Senate.
Colo. congresswoman comes out swinging at debate (AP)
AP - A Colorado congresswoman considered among the most vulnerable of the House Democrats came out swinging against her Republican challenger in their first debate Tuesday.
Wedding bells for five of Chile's rescued miners (Reuters)
Reuters - Five of Chile's 33 rescued miners are to have church weddings, in some cases more than 20 years after they first tied the knot, inspired by their survival after two-months trapped underground after a cave-in.
Student, 20, heads police in Mexico drug corridor (AP)
AP - There's a new police chief in this violent borderland where drug gangs have killed public officials and terrified many citizens into fleeing: a 20-year-old woman who hasn't yet finished her criminology degree.
Els wins the Grand Slam in Bermuda (AP)
AP - Ernie Els ran off three straight birdies on the back nine Wednesday and turned a three-shot deficit into a one-shot victory over David Toms in the PGA Grand Slam of Golf.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Morgan Stanley falls further behind Goldman (Reuters)
Reuters - Morgan Stanley reported a surprising third-quarter loss, suggesting the bank is losing hard-won ground in the battle with Goldman Sachs for Wall Street supremacy.
Mexican student takes over police in drug war town (Reuters)
Reuters - A 20-year-old female college student is the new police chief of one of Mexico's most dangerous drug war towns on the U.S. border, where policemen have quit and officials have been killed.
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