Illinois primaries set up ‘national battleground’
Illinois voters set the stage Tuesday for a high-stakes battle over the U.S. Senate seat vacated by President Obama, which could …
Archive for February 3rd, 2010
LaHood Says Stop Driving Recalled Toyotas, Then Retracts
Transportation secretary wants to meet face to face with Toyota CEO
Governor declares victory in Illinois primary
A primary election in Illinois that was supposed to set the stage for a high-stakes political showdown in President Obama’s home …
Child Pornography, and an Issue of Restitution
Some say forcing possessors of child pornography to pay damages to victims may be going too far.
U.S. Troops, Kids Die in Blast Near Pakistan School
A roadside bomb killed 3 U.S. soldiers and flattened a girls’ school in northwest Pakistan on Wednesday in an attack that drew attention to a little-publicized American military training mission in the Al Qaeda and Taliban heartland.
In Illinois Primaries for Governor, Results Still in Doubt
Gov. Patrick J. Quinn, a Democrat, claimed victory, but his opponent didn’t concede. The results in the Republican race were even murkier.
Amid Disaster, Haiti Welcomes Back Those Who Left
For years, educated émigrés have tried hard to play a more vital role in Haiti’s development, with little success. The earthquake has changed that.
U.S. at Risk for Cyber AttackThat Could ‘Wreak Havoc’
National Intelligence director warns the U.S. is not up to the task of defending ‘malicious cyberactivity’• Intel Officials: Al Qaeda Attack in U.S. Months Away• ‘Underwear Bomber’ Provides Key Intelligence• FOX FORUM: Team Obama Gets Really, Really Lucky
Palin Leads 2012 Pack, But …
Sarah pulls ahead of the field, but Republicans far from placing bets on who they’ll back vs. Obama
Obama ‘Not Welcome’ in Sin City
The president may want to cash in his chips after taking more shots at Vegas, sparking fury from Nev. lawmakers• Obama to Dems: Stay Aggressive in Pushing Agenda• FOX FORUM: The Attorney General Must Go
U.S. Troops, Kids Die in Blast Near Pakistan School
A roadside bomb killed 3 U.S. soldiers and flattened a girls’ school in northwest Pakistan on Wednesday in an attack that drew attention to a little-publicized American military training mission in the Al Qaeda and Taliban heartland.
Iran Launches New Research Rocket Into Space
Iran successfully launched a rocket on Wednesday carrying a mouse, turtle and worms into space for research purposes, the country’s defense minister said.
N.Y. Elementary School ‘Fight Club’ Uncovered by Parent
The “fight club” scrap at a Queens elementary school was uncovered only after the father of one of the combatants heard his son whining that he didn’t have enough fans in his corner.
Illinois governor’s race too close to call – Washington Post
Kansas City Star Illinois governor's race too close to callWashington PostIllinois primary voters awoke this morning to electoral confusion in President Obama's home state, facing Democratic and Republican gubernatorial races still too close to call. On the Democratic side, Gov. Pat Quinn declared himself a …Kirk Wins Illinois Republican PrimaryWall Street JournalKirk, Giannoulias win Senate [...]
Uruguay seeks to defuse pulp mill row with Argentina
Uruguay’s President-elect Jose Mujica is seeking a quick and amicable resolution of a continuing row with Argentina over a border pulp mill that threatens to keep the neighbors apart and become Latin America’s most explosive environmental dispute.
Hamas document defends war actions – Jerusalem Post
BBC News Hamas document defends war actionsJerusalem PostBy AP GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — The Hamas rulers of the Gaza Strip on Wednesday defended their actions during Israel's assault last winter, saying they did not target civilians while firing hundreds of rockets at Israeli towns, and rebuffing a UN call …Fatah official visits Hamas-ruled Gaza [...]
Obama to Dems: We must ‘finish the job’ on health care – Washington Post
USA Today Obama to Dems: We must 'finish the job' on health careWashington PostPresident Obama sought to rally his party on Wednesday as it heads into a potentially difficult election year, urging fellow Democrats to remember why they ran for office in the first place and to "finish the job" on health-care …Republicans Uncertain Over [...]
Motorcycle Bomb in Iraq Kills 20 Pilgrims
Iraqi officials say a bomb planted on a motorcycle exploded, killing at least 20 Shiite pilgrims near the outskirts of the holy city of Karbala.
10 most overlooked tax deductions
One can cut tax bill just by claiming all breaks he or she deserves. Here we take a look at some of the most overlooked tax deductions. ET Tax Special 2010
India Insurance DataBase Launched
Dear All, We've launched a new section on our website – India Insurance DataBase, wherein we've given information about different life-insurance & general insurance companies of India along with their official brochure. Currently, we've given information for the following companies: * Bharti-AXA Life Insurance * Birla SunLife Insurance * Kotak Life Insurance [...]
