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General News Update

Romney: 'Nothing hidden' in unreleased tax returns ABC OTUS News - 7 hrs ago
Mitt Romney said there is “nothing hidden” in his tax returns that have yet to be released, responding to a question during a radio interview regarding an onslaught of criticism from Democrats. More »Romney: 'Nothing hidden' in unreleased tax returns
Mitt Romney said there is “nothing hidden” in his tax returns that have yet to be released, responding to a question during a radio interview regarding an onslaught of criticism from Democrats.
Race for White House remains a dead heat, poll shows ABC OTUS News - 8 hrs ago
The latest ABC News/Washington Post poll shows Barack Obama and Mitt Romney tied at 47 percent among registered voters at the midsummer stage, with the prospect of an epic battle ahead. More »Race for White House remains a dead heat, poll shows
The latest ABC News/Washington Post poll shows Barack Obama and Mitt Romney tied at 47 percent among registered voters at the midsummer stage, with the prospect of an epic battle ahead.
Pa. mayor cuts city workers' pay to minimum wage AP - 1 hr 9 mins ago
Unions representing workers in the northeastern Pennsylvania city of Scranton expect to file a federal lawsuit against the city after the mayor abruptly cut their pay to minimum wage. More »Pa. mayor cuts city workers' pay to minimum wage
Unions representing workers in the northeastern Pennsylvania city of Scranton expect to file a federal lawsuit against the city after the mayor abruptly cut their pay to minimum wage.
Alligator bites off swimming teen's arm in Fla. AP - 1 hr 41 mins ago
A Florida teenager has lost his right arm below the elbow to an attacking alligator.
In Iowa, Obama to make pitch on tax cuts AP - 1 hr 23 mins ago
Seeking an election-year fight over taxes, President Obama is hitting the road to press Congress to extend tax cuts for low- and middle-income earners, framing a debate with Mitt Romney over tax fairness.
Report: Some lose homes over as little as $400 AP - 2 hrs 5 mins ago
The elderly and other vulnerable homeowners are losing their homes because they owe as little as a few hundred dollars in back taxes, according to a report from a consumer group.
Crews eye winds, heat at wildfires across West AP - 5 hrs ago
Wind-fanned wildfires in southern Idaho are proving stubborn, but across the West as a whole, firefighters are gaining ground and keeping an eye on the weather.
Judge dismisses Armstrong's suit to block doping charges @ Yahoo! Sports - 13 hrs ago
A federal judge has dismissed Lance Armstrong's lawsuit against the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, but says the cyclist can refile it within 20 days.
UN envoy Annan warns of possible Syria disaster AP - 4 hrs ago
International envoy Kofi Annan is warning of a disaster if his peace plan for Syria fails but says he has received support from Iran to resolve the conflict peacefully.
Maine governor apologizes for 'Gestapo' comment Reuters - 10 hrs ago
Maine Governor Paul LePage has apologized for calling the U.S. Internal Revenue Service the "Gestapo" during criticism of President Barack Obama's healthcare law.

Sports News

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Webber opts for Red Bull over Ferrari Reuters - 1 hr 18 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Mark Webber ended speculation about a move to Ferrari on Tuesday by signing an extension to his Red Bull contract that keeps him alongside Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel … More »Webber opts for Red Bull over Ferrari
LONDON (Reuters) - Mark Webber ended speculation about a move to Ferrari on Tuesday by signing an extension to his Red Bull contract that keeps him alongside Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel for a fifth season. Red Bull's announcement means the 35-year-old, who is currently second in the championship standings …
Sharapova confirmed as Russia's flag-bearer Reuters - 1 hr 22 mins ago
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Former tennis world number one Maria Sharapova will be Russia's first female Olympic flag-bearer at the London Games later this month, the national Olympic committee confirmed on Tuesday. … More »Sharapova confirmed as Russia's flag-bearer
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Former tennis world number one Maria Sharapova will be Russia's first female Olympic flag-bearer at the London Games later this month, the national Olympic committee confirmed on Tuesday. "Sharapova will carry our flag," president of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) Alexander Zhukov told reporters …
Arsenal's Wilshere warned over betting tweet AFP - 1 hr 41 mins ago
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has been reprimanded by UEFA after the England star made comments on Twitter that suggested he had bet on a team-mate to score during a Champions League tie. More »Arsenal's Wilshere warned over betting tweet
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has been reprimanded by UEFA after the England star made comments on Twitter that suggested he had bet on a team-mate to score during a Champions League tie.
Chelsea captain Terry insists he's not a racist AP - 1 hr 56 mins ago
Chelsea captain John Terry repeatedly denied being a racist in taped interviews heard on the second day of his racism trial. More »Chelsea captain Terry insists he's not a racist
Chelsea captain John Terry repeatedly denied being a racist in taped interviews heard on the second day of his racism trial.
Iraqi Olympians aim for medals, unity AFP - 2 hrs 7 mins ago
They may specialise in different disciplines but all of Iraq's representatives to the 2012 London Olympics know all too well the struggle of training in a country which is dangerous and still rebuildi … More »Iraqi Olympians aim for medals, unity
They may specialise in different disciplines but all of Iraq's representatives to the 2012 London Olympics know all too well the struggle of training in a country which is dangerous and still rebuilding.
Judge to rule on Olympic rooftop missile battery AP - 2 hrs 29 mins ago
A British judge will rule Tuesday on a bid by residents to stop their London tower block being used as a missile base during the Olympic Games. More »Judge to rule on Olympic rooftop missile battery
A British judge will rule Tuesday on a bid by residents to stop their London tower block being used as a missile base during the Olympic Games.
Bannister carries Olympic torch on fabled track AP - 2 hrs 54 mins ago
Roger Bannister has carried the Olympic torch across the finish line of the Oxford track where he became the first runner to break the 4-minute barrier for the mile 58 years ago. More »Bannister carries Olympic torch on fabled track
Roger Bannister has carried the Olympic torch across the finish line of the Oxford track where he became the first runner to break the 4-minute barrier for the mile 58 years ago.
Judge dismisses Armstrong lawsuit against USADA AFP - 3 hrs ago
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Lance Armstrong against the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) but said the seven-time Tour de France winner can refile it within 20 days. More »Judge dismisses Armstrong lawsuit against USADA
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Lance Armstrong against the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) but said the seven-time Tour de France winner can refile it within 20 days.
Wiggins procession by no means certain Reuters - 4 hrs ago
BESANCON, France (Reuters) - Bradley Wiggins is too worldly-wise to think he has the Tour de France title in the bag, especially after being chewed up and spat out by the cycling gods in last year's race. … More »Wiggins procession by no means certain
BESANCON, France (Reuters) - Bradley Wiggins is too worldly-wise to think he has the Tour de France title in the bag, especially after being chewed up and spat out by the cycling gods in last year's race. The favorite has lived up to his pre-Tour billing and leads by one minute 53 seconds on Tuesday's first rest day but …
Armstrong team stumbles as it takes USADA to court AP - 4 hrs ago
A federal judge handed Lance Armstrong a quick setback Monday as he went to court to save his seven Tour de France titles and his reputation as one of the greatest cyclists ever. More »Armstrong team stumbles as it takes USADA to court
A federal judge handed Lance Armstrong a quick setback Monday as he went to court to save his seven Tour de France titles and his reputation as one of the greatest cyclists ever.
Wiggins extends Tour de France lead AFP - 5 hrs ago
Bradley Wiggins tightened his grip on the yellow jersey with a maiden Tour de France stage victory that heaped the pressure on defending champion Cadel Evans. More »Wiggins extends Tour de France lead
Bradley Wiggins tightened his grip on the yellow jersey with a maiden Tour de France stage victory that heaped the pressure on defending champion Cadel Evans.
Led by Harper & Trout, a record 5 rookie All-Stars AP - 5 hrs ago
Ryan Cook thought about the assembled stars and wondered whether he belonged. More »Led by Harper & Trout, a record 5 rookie All-Stars
Ryan Cook thought about the assembled stars and wondered whether he belonged.
Wiggins blitzes Evans to extend Tour lead AFP - 5 hrs ago
Bradley Wiggins tightened his grip on the yellow jersey with a maiden Tour de France stage victory that heaped the pressure on defending champion Cadel Evans. More »Wiggins blitzes Evans to extend Tour lead
Bradley Wiggins tightened his grip on the yellow jersey with a maiden Tour de France stage victory that heaped the pressure on defending champion Cadel Evans.
Man City manager Mancini agrees new five-year Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has agreed a new five-year contract with the Premier League champions, the club announced on Monday. "Manchester City Football Club today are pleased … More »Man City manager Mancini agrees new five-year
(Reuters) - Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has agreed a new five-year contract with the Premier League champions, the club announced on Monday. "Manchester City Football Club today are pleased to announce that a new contract has been agreed with manager Roberto Mancini," City said on their website (www.mcfc.co.uk). …
Seeded players win as Stanford Classic awaits Serena Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Belgium's Yanina Wickmayer labored past Kai-Chen Chang 7-5 2-6 7-5 in the first round of the Stanford Classic on Monday but all eyes will be on Wimbledon champion Serena Williams who begins … More »Seeded players win as Stanford Classic awaits Serena
(Reuters) - Belgium's Yanina Wickmayer labored past Kai-Chen Chang 7-5 2-6 7-5 in the first round of the Stanford Classic on Monday but all eyes will be on Wimbledon champion Serena Williams who begins her title defense on Wednesday. Fifth seed Wickmayer, ranked 37 in the world, had to work really hard to remain on course …
Boucher needs surgery after bail cuts his eyeball Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - South Africa wicketkeeper Mark Boucher will undergo surgery after suffering a cut to his left eyeball in a warm-up match against Somerset in Taunton on Monday. Boucher was injured when a delivery … More »Boucher needs surgery after bail cuts his eyeball
(Reuters) - South Africa wicketkeeper Mark Boucher will undergo surgery after suffering a cut to his left eyeball in a warm-up match against Somerset in Taunton on Monday. Boucher was injured when a delivery from leg-spinner Imran Tahir flicked the bail into his face, forcing the 35-year-old off the field with blood coming …
Fielder wins All-Star Home Run Derby AFP - 6 hrs ago
Detroit slugger Prince Fielder belted 12 home runs in the final round to win the Home Run Derby, part of the Major League Baseball All-Star festivities. More »Fielder wins All-Star Home Run Derby
Detroit slugger Prince Fielder belted 12 home runs in the final round to win the Home Run Derby, part of the Major League Baseball All-Star festivities.
Japan's Kagawa heads to Manchester United AFP - 6 hrs ago
Japanese midfielder Shinji Kagawa on Tuesday left his home country for Britain to join Manchester United, vowing to secure a starting slot when the Premier League season kicks off in August. More »Japan's Kagawa heads to Manchester United
Japanese midfielder Shinji Kagawa on Tuesday left his home country for Britain to join Manchester United, vowing to secure a starting slot when the Premier League season kicks off in August.
Non-stop Serena set to go at Stanford AFP - 6 hrs ago
Serena Williams, who seized her 14th Grand Slam singles title at Wimbledon on Saturday, was preparing for a change of scene this week with her hard-court WTA title defence at Stanford. More »Non-stop Serena set to go at Stanford
Serena Williams, who seized her 14th Grand Slam singles title at Wimbledon on Saturday, was preparing for a change of scene this week with her hard-court WTA title defence at Stanford.
Fielder wins Home Run Derby over Bautista Reuters - 8 hrs ago
KANSAS CITY (Reuters) - Detroit Tigers slugger Prince Fielder won the Home Run Derby for the second time in four years on Monday by outslugging Jose Bautista in an enthralling match-up of two of the game's … More »Fielder wins Home Run Derby over Bautista
KANSAS CITY (Reuters) - Detroit Tigers slugger Prince Fielder won the Home Run Derby for the second time in four years on Monday by outslugging Jose Bautista in an enthralling match-up of two of the game's top long-ball hitters. Fielder, who won the title in 2009, blasted 12 homers in the championship round, while Bautista …
Prince Fielder wins Home Run Derby for 2nd time AP - 8 hrs ago
Prince Fielder made a splash at the All-Star Home Run Derby. Eight of them. More »Prince Fielder wins Home Run Derby for 2nd time
Prince Fielder made a splash at the All-Star Home Run Derby. Eight of them.
Harper and Trout go from farmhands to fame AP - 9 hrs ago
Bryce Harper remembered back to Oct. 27, when just 414 fans were at Scottsdale Stadium to watch his Scorpions play the Mesa Solar Sox in the Arizona Fall League. More »Harper and Trout go from farmhands to fame
Bryce Harper remembered back to Oct. 27, when just 414 fans were at Scottsdale Stadium to watch his Scorpions play the Mesa Solar Sox in the Arizona Fall League.
AP source: Yankees tell Reggie to steer clear AP - 9 hrs ago
The New York Yankees have told Mr. October to stay away this summer. More »AP source: Yankees tell Reggie to steer clear
The New York Yankees have told Mr. October to stay away this summer.
Young ousted, Harrison hangs on at ATP Newport AFP - 11 hrs ago
US seventh seed Donald Young crashed out in the first round of the ATP Hall of Fame Championships while American sixth seed Ryan Harrison barely avoided an early ouster as well. More »Young ousted, Harrison hangs on at ATP Newport
US seventh seed Donald Young crashed out in the first round of the ATP Hall of Fame Championships while American sixth seed Ryan Harrison barely avoided an early ouster as well.
NASCAR should reveal Allmendinger's offense AP - 11 hrs ago
There are a lot of questions surrounding AJ Allmendinger after a failed drug test got him suspended. More »NASCAR should reveal Allmendinger's offense
There are a lot of questions surrounding AJ Allmendinger after a failed drug test got him suspended.

Business News

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NY man nears 3 millionth mile in beloved '66 Volvo AP - Mon, Jul 9, 2012
It just keeps going, and going, and going. No, it's not a battery. It's Irvin Gordon's 1966 Volvo P1800S. More »NY man nears 3 millionth mile in beloved '66 Volvo
It just keeps going, and going, and going. No, it's not a battery. It's Irvin Gordon's 1966 Volvo P1800S.
Obama to push extension of middle-class tax cuts AP - 20 hrs ago
President Barack Obama is launching a push to extend tax cuts for the middle class, as he seeks to shift the election-year economic debate from the dismal jobs market … More »Obama to push extension of middle-class tax cuts
President Barack Obama is launching a push to extend tax cuts for the middle class, as he seeks to shift the election-year economic debate from the dismal jobs market to assertions that Republican rival Mitt Romney protects the rich.
Spain borrowing rate hits bailout danger zone AP - 20 hrs ago
Spain's struggling banks and the country's punishing borrowing costs will be the main subject of discussions at this week's meetings in Brussels of Europe's finance … More »Spain borrowing rate hits bailout danger zone
Spain's struggling banks and the country's punishing borrowing costs will be the main subject of discussions at this week's meetings in Brussels of Europe's finance ministers.
June house prices see fastest drop since October - RICS Reuters - 2 hrs 52 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - British house prices fell last month at their fastest pace since October as demand failed to pick up and the number of properties being put up for … More »June house prices see fastest drop since October - RICS
LONDON (Reuters) - British house prices fell last month at their fastest pace since October as demand failed to pick up and the number of properties being put up for sale dropped off, a survey showed on Tuesday. The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors' (RICS) seasonally adjusted house price balance fell to -22 from a …
Boeing lands big at airshow with $7.2 billion deal AP - 21 hrs ago
Boeing Co. clinched the first big deal of this year's Farnborough Airshow on Monday with a firm order from Air Lease Corp. for 75 of its redesigned 737 aircraft worth … More »Boeing lands big at airshow with $7.2 billion deal
Boeing Co. clinched the first big deal of this year's Farnborough Airshow on Monday with a firm order from Air Lease Corp. for 75 of its redesigned 737 aircraft worth $7.2 billion.
Conservatives make it rough for business AP - 19 hrs ago
Conservative Republicans have roughed up the business community this year — and it's not over yet. More »Conservatives make it rough for business
Conservative Republicans have roughed up the business community this year — and it's not over yet.
Iran sets up private oil export to beat sanctions AP - 18 hrs ago
An official says Iran has set up a private oil export group in an attempt to bypass a European ban on buying Iranian oil. More »Iran sets up private oil export to beat sanctions
An official says Iran has set up a private oil export group in an attempt to bypass a European ban on buying Iranian oil.
Behind the threat: FBI Internet server shutdown AP - 16 hrs ago
On Monday, the FBI turned off servers that had allowed thousands of malware-stricken computers to continue using the Internet. The personal computers — both Windows … More »Behind the threat: FBI Internet server shutdown
On Monday, the FBI turned off servers that had allowed thousands of malware-stricken computers to continue using the Internet. The personal computers — both Windows PCs and Macs — are corrupted by a virus known as DNSChanger. Without the servers, the machines wouldn't know how to locate websites and send email.
Russia halts sales of new weapons to Syria AP - 16 hrs ago
Russia on Monday signaled that it would not sign new weapons contracts with Syria until the situation there calms down. More »Russia halts sales of new weapons to Syria
Russia on Monday signaled that it would not sign new weapons contracts with Syria until the situation there calms down.
Barclays agrees final settlement with Bob Diamond AP - 1 hr 19 mins ago
UK bank Barclays has agreed a resignation package with ex-chief executive Bob Diamond where he will forfeit up to 20 million pounds ($31 million) in bonuses and incentives … More »Barclays agrees final settlement with Bob Diamond
UK bank Barclays has agreed a resignation package with ex-chief executive Bob Diamond where he will forfeit up to 20 million pounds ($31 million) in bonuses and incentives but receive a year's salary, pension and other benefits worth 2 million pounds.
BlackBerry marketing head undeterred by share loss AP - 14 hrs ago
The new marketing chief for BlackBerry smartphones isn't dejected by perceptions that his products look ancient next to iPhones and Android devices. More »BlackBerry marketing head undeterred by share loss
The new marketing chief for BlackBerry smartphones isn't dejected by perceptions that his products look ancient next to iPhones and Android devices.
Barclays' Diamond loses 20 million pound pay-off Reuters - 44 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Bob Diamond, the former chief executive of Barclays, has given up bonuses worth up to 20 million pounds following his resignation over an interest … More »Barclays' Diamond loses 20 million pound pay-off
LONDON (Reuters) - Bob Diamond, the former chief executive of Barclays, has given up bonuses worth up to 20 million pounds following his resignation over an interest rate-rigging scandal, the bank's chairman told a parliamentary inquiry on Tuesday. Marcus Agius, the man at the top of Barclays when its traders manipulated …
Analysis: Chesapeake retreat ends American energy land grab Reuters - 7 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - About six years ago, an army of agents hired by energy companies started desperately courting landowners across the United States whose farms and … More »Analysis: Chesapeake retreat ends American energy land grab
NEW YORK (Reuters) - About six years ago, an army of agents hired by energy companies started desperately courting landowners across the United States whose farms and ranches happened to sit atop some of the richest oil and gas deposits in the world. And so began one of the biggest land grabs in recent memory. Those days …
Boeing lands $7.2 billion order from Air Lease AP - 23 hrs ago
Boeing Co. clinched the first big deal of this year's Farnborough Airshow on Monday with a firm order from Air Lease Corp. for 75 of its redesigned 737 aircraft worth … More »Boeing lands $7.2 billion order from Air Lease
Boeing Co. clinched the first big deal of this year's Farnborough Airshow on Monday with a firm order from Air Lease Corp. for 75 of its redesigned 737 aircraft worth $7.2 billion.
Alcoa sees strong aluminum demand Reuters - 12 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Alcoa Inc's quarterly revenue and profit beat Wall Street's expectations even though prices for its aluminum are at nearly two-year lows, and it … More »Alcoa sees strong aluminum demand
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Alcoa Inc's quarterly revenue and profit beat Wall Street's expectations even though prices for its aluminum are at nearly two-year lows, and it forecast growing demand in the aerospace and auto sectors. Chief Executive Klaus Kleinfeld said low metal prices were a result of the global economic malaise …
Wall Street slips on global economic worries Reuters - 14 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks slipped in light trading on Monday, weighed down by weak economic data from Asia and signs of economic trouble in Europe, underscored by higher … More »Wall Street slips on global economic worries
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks slipped in light trading on Monday, weighed down by weak economic data from Asia and signs of economic trouble in Europe, underscored by higher Spanish and Italian bond yields. Monday's decline, the third in a row for the S&P 500 index, comes as quarterly earnings reports get under way. Investors …
Oil drops to near $85 as China trade growth slows AP - 7 hrs ago
Oil dropped to near $85 a barrel Tuesday after weak Chinese trade figures suggested the economic slowdown in the world's second-largest crude consumer is deepening. More »Oil drops to near $85 as China trade growth slows
Oil dropped to near $85 a barrel Tuesday after weak Chinese trade figures suggested the economic slowdown in the world's second-largest crude consumer is deepening.
ASML wins funds for chip technology from Intel Reuters - 2 hrs 15 mins ago
SAN FRANCISCO/AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - ASML, the world's top chip equipment maker, signed up Intel Corp to bankroll its research into costly next-generation chipmaking technology, … More »ASML wins funds for chip technology from Intel
SAN FRANCISCO/AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - ASML, the world's top chip equipment maker, signed up Intel Corp to bankroll its research into costly next-generation chipmaking technology, and aims to reach similar deals with TSMC and Samsung Electronics. ASML's chief executive said on Tuesday the Dutch firm had asked its three biggest …
Spanish deal lifts shares, euro steady Reuters - 41 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - World shares inched up on Tuesday after euro zone finance ministers made limited progress on measures to help embattled Spain, but evidence of a sharp … More »Spanish deal lifts shares, euro steady
LONDON (Reuters) - World shares inched up on Tuesday after euro zone finance ministers made limited progress on measures to help embattled Spain, but evidence of a sharp slowdown in China sent oil and industrial commodities lower. U.S. stocks were poised to open higher as risk assets were supported by hopes Germany's top …
Israel's Olmert acquitted on major corruption charges Reuters - 2 hrs 11 mins ago
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's Ehud Olmert was acquitted of major corruption charges on Tuesday but convicted of breach of trust, a lesser offence, in what was widely … More »Israel's Olmert acquitted on major corruption charges
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's Ehud Olmert was acquitted of major corruption charges on Tuesday but convicted of breach of trust, a lesser offence, in what was widely seen as a stunning victory for the former prime minister. Olmert resigned as the country's leader in 2008 after the allegations surfaced, cutting short his …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - July 10, 2012

For every action there is an equal and opposite government program.: Bob Wells
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It's not true that life is one damn thing after another; it is one damn thing over and over.: Edna St. Vincent Millay (1892 - 1950)
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That is the saving grace of humor, if you fail no one is laughing at you.: A. Whitney Brown
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An idealist is a person who helps other people to be prosperous.: Henry Ford (1863 - 1947)
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