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General News Update

Official: DNA ties '04 NYC death to Occupy protest AP - 7 hrs ago
A DNA match has created a puzzling new turn in a prominent unsolved killing, linking crime-scene evidence from a drama student's 2004 death to a chain collected after a protest that claimed affiliation with Occupy Wall Street … More »Official: DNA ties '04 NYC death to Occupy protest
A DNA match has created a puzzling new turn in a prominent unsolved killing, linking crime-scene evidence from a drama student's 2004 death to a chain collected after a protest that claimed affiliation with Occupy Wall Street this spring, a law enforcement official said Tuesday.
GOP offers health care repeal without alternative AP - 9 hrs ago
House Republicans generally avoided talk of replacement measures on Tuesday as they mobilized for an election-season vote to repeal the health care law that stands as President Barack Obama's signature domestic accompli … More »GOP offers health care repeal without alternative
House Republicans generally avoided talk of replacement measures on Tuesday as they mobilized for an election-season vote to repeal the health care law that stands as President Barack Obama's signature domestic accomplishment.
Egypt court overrules president over parliament Reuters - 4 hrs ago
CAIRO (Reuters) - Egypt's Islamist-led parliament reconvened on Tuesday in an open challenge to the generals who dissolved it last month. The supreme court swiftly ruled the newly elected, Islamist president had acted illegally … More »Egypt court overrules president over parliament
CAIRO (Reuters) - Egypt's Islamist-led parliament reconvened on Tuesday in an open challenge to the generals who dissolved it last month. The supreme court swiftly ruled the newly elected, Islamist president had acted illegally in summoning the assembly, heightening a confrontation between the newly elected head of state …
U.S. Episcopal Church approves blessing of gay unions Reuters - 10 hrs ago
The U.S. Episcopal Church approved a liturgy for clergy to use in blessing same-sex unions, including gay marriages in states where they are legal, becoming the largest U.S. denomination to approve such a ritual.
Marriage gap fuels Obama's lead over Romney: poll Reuters - 2 hrs 29 mins ago
President Obama's slim lead over Mitt Romney is fueled by a broad marriage gap, with Obama enjoying a big advantage among single voters - particularly women, a Quinnipiac University poll found.
Tigers kill man who scaled fence at Danish zoo Reuters - 2 hrs 27 mins ago
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - A man was killed by tigers at a zoo on Wednesday after he scaled a fence and crossed a moat to get into their enclosure in the Danish capital Copenhagen, police said. The man, in his early 20s, was savaged by three tigers after he broke into Copenhagen Zoo in the early hours. He was dead when staff …
'Arsenic life' debate reveals challenge of alien microbe search SPACE.com - 17 hrs ago
The ongoing brouhaha over arsenic-munching microbes on Earth shows just how tough it can be to search for "life as we don't know it" on our home world — and the challenges would be even greater on other planets.
Obama team targets Mitt Romney's private finances AP - 9 hrs ago
The Obama election campaign has a politically loaded question it wants voters to think about: What is Mitt Romney hiding?
Bosnians to bury 520 Srebrenica genocide victims AP - 59 mins ago
On the 17th anniversary of Europe's worst massacre since World War II, Muslims in Bosnia are heading to Srebrenica to attend a funeral for 520 newly identified victims.
In historic visit, Clinton reaches out to Laos AP - 5 hrs ago
Hillary Rodham Clinton became the first U.S. secretary of state to visit Laos in more than five decades, gauging whether a place the United States pummeled with bombs during the Vietnam War could evolve into a new foothold of American influence in Asia.

Sports News

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Terry tells racism trial he did nothing wrong AFP - 1 hr 36 mins ago
John Terry told his trial Wednesday that he was keen to speak to the police about racist abuse allegations as the former England football captain knew he had not "done anything wrong". More »Terry tells racism trial he did nothing wrong
John Terry told his trial Wednesday that he was keen to speak to the police about racist abuse allegations as the former England football captain knew he had not "done anything wrong".
Cofidis Tour rider still in custody, other man released AFP - 1 hr 40 mins ago
One of three men arrested as part of an investigation into doping has been released, but Cofidis' Tour de France rider Remy Di Gregorio and a 75-year-old man are to remain in custody, a police source confirmed … More »Cofidis Tour rider still in custody, other man released
One of three men arrested as part of an investigation into doping has been released, but Cofidis' Tour de France rider Remy Di Gregorio and a 75-year-old man are to remain in custody, a police source confirmed on Wednesday.
Azahar Ali resists Lanka, Pakistan 210-4 at tea Reuters - 2 hrs 9 mins ago
KANDY, Sri Lanka (Reuters) - Azhar Ali hit a defiant 97 not out as Pakistan lost two crucial wickets in the second session to reach 210 for four at tea - a lead of 99 runs - on day four of the third and … More »Azahar Ali resists Lanka, Pakistan 210-4 at tea
KANDY, Sri Lanka (Reuters) - Azhar Ali hit a defiant 97 not out as Pakistan lost two crucial wickets in the second session to reach 210 for four at tea - a lead of 99 runs - on day four of the third and final test against Sri Lanka at the Pallekele Stadium on Wednesday. Sri Lankan left-arm spinner Rangana Herath removed …
Cook urges England to maintain Aussie momentum AFP - 3 hrs ago
England one-day captain Alastair Cook wants his side to cash in on their 4-0 series rout of Australia and become a major force in the 50-over game. More »Cook urges England to maintain Aussie momentum
England one-day captain Alastair Cook wants his side to cash in on their 4-0 series rout of Australia and become a major force in the 50-over game.
Queen greets Olympic torch at Windsor Castle AP - 3 hrs ago
It was a banner day for the Olympic torch: It visited the queen at Windsor Castle, was carried by the man who broke the 4-minute mile and by Britain's greatest Olympic rower and even got a passing glance … More »Queen greets Olympic torch at Windsor Castle
It was a banner day for the Olympic torch: It visited the queen at Windsor Castle, was carried by the man who broke the 4-minute mile and by Britain's greatest Olympic rower and even got a passing glance at a streaker.
Tour champ Evans facing tough Alpine stage AFP - 3 hrs ago
For defending champion Cadel Evans, Wednesday's first Alpine stage of this year's Tour de France could not come at a better time. More »Tour champ Evans facing tough Alpine stage
For defending champion Cadel Evans, Wednesday's first Alpine stage of this year's Tour de France could not come at a better time.
Wiggins faces challenge in Tour's first Alpine stage AFP - 3 hrs ago
Britain's Bradley Wiggins says he is taking the Tour de France "a day at a time" as he faces a challenge to his yellow jersey from defending champion Cadel Evans in Wednesday's first Alpine stage. More »Wiggins faces challenge in Tour's first Alpine stage
Britain's Bradley Wiggins says he is taking the Tour de France "a day at a time" as he faces a challenge to his yellow jersey from defending champion Cadel Evans in Wednesday's first Alpine stage.
Column: So much for inferiority complexes AP - 3 hrs ago
One league has more money to throw around, better hitters, better pitchers, better teams and a nearly decade-long streak of dominance in interleague play. More »Column: So much for inferiority complexes
One league has more money to throw around, better hitters, better pitchers, better teams and a nearly decade-long streak of dominance in interleague play.
Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad Reuters - 4 hrs ago
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Stumper Thami Tsolekile will replace the retired Mark Boucher in South Africa's test squad on the tour of England, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Wednesday. Boucher was … More »Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Stumper Thami Tsolekile will replace the retired Mark Boucher in South Africa's test squad on the tour of England, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Wednesday. Boucher was forced to retire from international cricket on Tuesday after suffering a lacerated eyeball during South Africa's tour …
Armstrong renews USADA attack after life bans AFP - 5 hrs ago
Lance Armstrong refiled a federal lawsuit against the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), hours after the group issued life bans against three of his former cycling associates. More »Armstrong renews USADA attack after life bans
Lance Armstrong refiled a federal lawsuit against the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), hours after the group issued life bans against three of his former cycling associates.
Many waiting to read Penn State report on Sandusky AP - 5 hrs ago
The team brought in by Penn State to investigate "the facts and circumstances of the actions" at the university surrounding molestation of boys by former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky will release its … More »Many waiting to read Penn State report on Sandusky
The team brought in by Penn State to investigate "the facts and circumstances of the actions" at the university surrounding molestation of boys by former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky will release its highly anticipated report this week, with the school's reputation and future direction hanging in the balance.
Braun's big night helps NL win All-Star game, 8-0 AP - 6 hrs ago
Ryan Braun was back in the spotlight at the All-Star game. And this time, it was for what happened on the field. More »Braun's big night helps NL win All-Star game, 8-0
Ryan Braun was back in the spotlight at the All-Star game. And this time, it was for what happened on the field.
Terry 'not prepared' to be called a racist Reuters - 6 hrs ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Former England soccer captain John Terry has said he is not prepared to be called a racist as his trial for allegedly racially abusing Queen's Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand continued … More »Terry 'not prepared' to be called a racist
LONDON (Reuters) - Former England soccer captain John Terry has said he is not prepared to be called a racist as his trial for allegedly racially abusing Queen's Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand continued on Tuesday. The 31-year-old Chelsea defender told the Football Association (FA) a week after the incident on October …
Maradona sacked by Al Wasl Reuters - 6 hrs ago
DUBAI (Reuters) - Former Argentina World Cup-winning captain Diego Maradona has been sacked as coach of United Arab Emirates club Al Wasl. The 51-year-old, who agreed a two-year contract with Al Wasl in … More »Maradona sacked by Al Wasl
DUBAI (Reuters) - Former Argentina World Cup-winning captain Diego Maradona has been sacked as coach of United Arab Emirates club Al Wasl. The 51-year-old, who agreed a two-year contract with Al Wasl in May 2011, was dismissed following a meeting of the club's board on Tuesday. ""Following a meeting held by the board of …
Bopara flourish completes rout of Australia Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Ravi Bopara's flamboyant unbeaten 52 steered England to an emphatic seven-wicket victory over Australia in the reduced-overs fifth and final one-day international in Manchester on Tuesday. … More »Bopara flourish completes rout of Australia
(Reuters) - Ravi Bopara's flamboyant unbeaten 52 steered England to an emphatic seven-wicket victory over Australia in the reduced-overs fifth and final one-day international in Manchester on Tuesday. Bopara's 56-ball knock helped England reach a target of 138 from 29 overs with 11 deliveries to spare, sealing a thumping …
Serena happy to defend title where comeback started Reuters - 6 hrs ago
STANFORD, California (Reuters) - Fatigue and a busy schedule was not going to get in the way of Serena Williams returning to the place she says launched her comeback and gave her the confidence to believe … More »Serena happy to defend title where comeback started
STANFORD, California (Reuters) - Fatigue and a busy schedule was not going to get in the way of Serena Williams returning to the place she says launched her comeback and gave her the confidence to believe she could win another grand slam. Fresh off her fifth Wimbledon triumph, Williams is eager to defend the Stanford Classic …
Brazil tycoon Batista to run Neymar's career Reuters - 6 hrs ago
RIO DE JANEIRO/SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazil forward Neymar has handed control of his career and image rights to the country's richest man, Eike Batista, in a deal announced on Tuesday. Neymar's signing … More »Brazil tycoon Batista to run Neymar's career
RIO DE JANEIRO/SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazil forward Neymar has handed control of his career and image rights to the country's richest man, Eike Batista, in a deal announced on Tuesday. Neymar's signing with Batista's IMX Talent hands the group control of the soccer player's image both during his playing days and after he …
Baseball cards in Ohio attic might fetch millions AP - 6 hrs ago
Karl Kissner picked up a soot-covered cardboard box that had been under a wooden dollhouse in his grandfather's attic. Taking a look inside, he saw hundreds of baseball cards bundled with twine. They were … More »Baseball cards in Ohio attic might fetch millions
Karl Kissner picked up a soot-covered cardboard box that had been under a wooden dollhouse in his grandfather's attic. Taking a look inside, he saw hundreds of baseball cards bundled with twine. They were smaller than the ones he was used to seeing.
Lightning hook Purcell with three-year extension Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured winger Teddy Purcell by signing him to a three-year contract extension, the National Hockey League (NHL) team said on Tuesday. Purcell was entering the … More »Lightning hook Purcell with three-year extension
(Reuters) - The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured winger Teddy Purcell by signing him to a three-year contract extension, the National Hockey League (NHL) team said on Tuesday. Purcell was entering the final season of a two-year deal, but the Lightning offered him an extension through 2016 with a new three-year contract …
Mitsubishi to sell Dutch vehicle plant for 1 euro AFP - 6 hrs ago
Japan's Mitsubishi Motors said Wednesday that it would sell its sole European plant to a Dutch industrial group for one euro in a deal that calls on the buyer to keep 1,500 jobs at the facility. More »Mitsubishi to sell Dutch vehicle plant for 1 euro
Japan's Mitsubishi Motors said Wednesday that it would sell its sole European plant to a Dutch industrial group for one euro in a deal that calls on the buyer to keep 1,500 jobs at the facility.
Giants shine as NL cruises to 8-0 victory Reuters - 8 hrs ago
KANSAS CITY (Reuters) - The National League erupted for five runs in the first inning and limited the American League to just six singles to win the All-Star game 8-0 on Tuesday, the first shutout in the … More »Giants shine as NL cruises to 8-0 victory
KANSAS CITY (Reuters) - The National League erupted for five runs in the first inning and limited the American League to just six singles to win the All-Star game 8-0 on Tuesday, the first shutout in the Midsummer Classic since 1996. A 382-foot, two-run homer by San Francisco Giants outfielder Melky Cabrera and a three-run …
Women outnumber men on London-bound U.S. Olympic team Reuters - 8 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The United States will send 530 athletes to the London Olympics as part of a massive team that will feature, for the first time, more women competitors than men, officials announced on Tuesday. … More »Women outnumber men on London-bound U.S. Olympic team
(Reuters) - The United States will send 530 athletes to the London Olympics as part of a massive team that will feature, for the first time, more women competitors than men, officials announced on Tuesday. The team will feature 269 women and 261 men competing in 25 of the 38 disciplines during the July 27-August 12 Games …
American scare tactics won't bother Aussies: Fraser Reuters - 8 hrs ago
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian swimmers are unlikely to be intimidated by the dominant American's 'catch us if you can' boast and will go into the London Games with a quiet confidence, according to swimming … More »American scare tactics won't bother Aussies: Fraser
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian swimmers are unlikely to be intimidated by the dominant American's 'catch us if you can' boast and will go into the London Games with a quiet confidence, according to swimming great Dawn Fraser. Fraser had more than a few battles with Americans on her way to winning eight Olympic medals and …
Sandoval, Cabrera turn All-Star game into NL romp AP - 9 hrs ago
Pablo Sandoval and Melky Cabrera keyed a five-run blitz against Justin Verlander in the first inning Tuesday night, and the National League romped to an 8-0 win over the American League and its third … More »Sandoval, Cabrera turn All-Star game into NL romp
Pablo Sandoval and Melky Cabrera keyed a five-run blitz against Justin Verlander in the first inning Tuesday night, and the National League romped to an 8-0 win over the American League and its third straight All-Star game victory.
Katie Couric, Danica take a spin at Indy AP - 9 hrs ago
Katie Couric feels bad for Ann Curry. More »Katie Couric, Danica take a spin at Indy
Katie Couric feels bad for Ann Curry.

Business News

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Youth Joblessness: No End in Sight, Says Report ABC News - 22 hrs ago
An analysis by the nonprofit, nonpartisan group YoungInvincibles asks what kind of employment prospects young Americans can look forward to over the next decade. Its … More »Youth Joblessness: No End in Sight, Says Report
An analysis by the nonprofit, nonpartisan group YoungInvincibles asks what kind of employment prospects young Americans can look forward to over the next decade. Its conclusion: Prospects are bleak. The report, “No End in Sight? The Long-Term Youth Jobs Gap and What It Means for America,”...
Report: Some lose homes over as little as $400 AP - 23 hrs 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 … More »Report: Some lose homes over as little as $400
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.
Analysis: From a credit swamp, recovery horizons lengthen Reuters - 6 hrs ago
LONDON (Reuters) - If it feels as though efforts to revive the world economy are continually running into the mire, that's partly because policymakers are still trying … More »Analysis: From a credit swamp, recovery horizons lengthen
LONDON (Reuters) - If it feels as though efforts to revive the world economy are continually running into the mire, that's partly because policymakers are still trying to map the extent of the credit swamp. Five years to the month since the credit bubble popped, one of the striking aspects of the recurrent gloom invading …
SpongeBob blackout looms for DirecTV subscribers Reuters - 21 hrs ago
(Reuters) - DirecTV customers may not see SpongeBob, Snooki or Jon Stewart after midnight on Tuesday because of a heated impasse taking place between the largest U.S. … More »SpongeBob blackout looms for DirecTV subscribers
(Reuters) - DirecTV customers may not see SpongeBob, Snooki or Jon Stewart after midnight on Tuesday because of a heated impasse taking place between the largest U.S. satellite TV provider and Viacom Inc, the company behind the popular cartoon, reality series and political talk show. In a blog post on Viacom's website, …
More profit warnings hit Wall Street Reuters - 15 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks fell for a fourth day on Tuesday as more pessimism from companies compounded worries the sluggish world economy is taking a toll on profit … More »More profit warnings hit Wall Street
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks fell for a fourth day on Tuesday as more pessimism from companies compounded worries the sluggish world economy is taking a toll on profit growth. A sales warning from engine maker Cummins Inc came on top of earlier weak forecasts from chipmakers Applied Materials Inc and Advanced Micro Devices …
BofA cutting commercial banking jobs: sources Reuters - 14 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Bank of America Corp has been cutting jobs in its commercial banking unit in recent weeks even as it tries to boost the group's business, people familiar … More »BofA cutting commercial banking jobs: sources
(Reuters) - Bank of America Corp has been cutting jobs in its commercial banking unit in recent weeks even as it tries to boost the group's business, people familiar with the situation said, reflecting the bank's broader struggles to grow in a tepid economy. The job cuts are the latest round in the bank's cost-cutting program, …
Barclays' Diamond accused of misleading inquiry Reuters - 14 hrs ago
LONDON (Reuters) - British lawmakers on Tuesday accused Barclays former chief executive Bob Diamond of misleading a parliamentary inquiry into an interest rate-fixing … More »Barclays' Diamond accused of misleading inquiry
LONDON (Reuters) - British lawmakers on Tuesday accused Barclays former chief executive Bob Diamond of misleading a parliamentary inquiry into an interest rate-fixing scandal that has forced him to resign and give up bonuses worth up to 20 million pounds ($30 million). Diamond hit back, calling the comments made by a parliamentary …
Spanish miners stage protest rally in Madrid AP - 1 hr 10 mins ago
Thousands of Spanish coal miners who fear for their livelihoods because of government cuts set off booming firecrackers Wednesday as they marched up Madrid's main avenue, … More »Spanish miners stage protest rally in Madrid
Thousands of Spanish coal miners who fear for their livelihoods because of government cuts set off booming firecrackers Wednesday as they marched up Madrid's main avenue, some after trudging nearly three weeks from the country's beleaguered mining regions.
Peregrine files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy Reuters - 11 hrs ago
(Reuters) Peregrine Financial Group Inc, the regulated unit of the brokerage PFGBest, has filed to liquidate under Chapter 7 of the U.S. bankruptcy code, a court filing … More »Peregrine files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy
(Reuters) Peregrine Financial Group Inc, the regulated unit of the brokerage PFGBest, has filed to liquidate under Chapter 7 of the U.S. bankruptcy code, a court filing shows. Tuesday's filing with the U.S. bankruptcy court shows that Peregrine has between $500 million and $1 billion of assets, between $100 million and …
Pawn Shop Tips: How to Find - and Sell - True Treasure ABC News Blogs - 18 hrs ago
How do you uncover cold hard cash hiding in plain sight? One of Lara Spencer’s new favorite “Good Afternoon America” segments “So Not Junk” … More »Pawn Shop Tips: How to Find - and Sell - True Treasure
How do you uncover cold hard cash hiding in plain sight? One of Lara Spencer’s new favorite “Good Afternoon America” segments “So Not Junk” shows you just that. TruTV’s “Hardcore Pawn” stars, Les Gold and daughter Ashley Broad, are professionals at uncovering the hidden v …
Source: Google to pay $22.5M fine in privacy case AP - 12 hrs ago
Google is poised to pay a $22.5 million fine to resolve allegations that it broke a privacy promise by secretly tracking millions of Web surfers who rely on Apple's … More »Source: Google to pay $22.5M fine in privacy case
Google is poised to pay a $22.5 million fine to resolve allegations that it broke a privacy promise by secretly tracking millions of Web surfers who rely on Apple's Safari browser, according to a person familiar with settlement.
RIM seeks patience until BlackBerry 10 ready AP - 16 hrs ago
The CEO of embattled BlackBerry maker Research in Motion Ltd. asked disgruntled investors for patience Tuesday as the company develops new devices to rival the iPhone … More »RIM seeks patience until BlackBerry 10 ready
The CEO of embattled BlackBerry maker Research in Motion Ltd. asked disgruntled investors for patience Tuesday as the company develops new devices to rival the iPhone and Android smartphones.
Boeing lands another big deal on day 2 of airshow AP - 22 hrs ago
Boeing Co. revealed a further large order for its remodeled short-haul 737 aircraft Tuesday while rival Airbus announced its first billion-dollar order at this year's … More »Boeing lands another big deal on day 2 of airshow
Boeing Co. revealed a further large order for its remodeled short-haul 737 aircraft Tuesday while rival Airbus announced its first billion-dollar order at this year's Farnborough Airshow.
China's car sales rise 9 percent in June AP - 2 hrs 46 mins ago
China's auto sales rose 9 percent in June despite a slowing economy as buyers rushed to beat possible limits on car registrations aimed at curbing traffic. More »China's car sales rise 9 percent in June
China's auto sales rose 9 percent in June despite a slowing economy as buyers rushed to beat possible limits on car registrations aimed at curbing traffic.
Growth, euro zone woes fuel demand for safe havens Reuters - 49 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Concerns over Europe's sluggish response to the ongoing debt crisis sent 10-year German bond yields to fresh lows on Wednesday while demand for stocks … More »Growth, euro zone woes fuel demand for safe havens
LONDON (Reuters) - Concerns over Europe's sluggish response to the ongoing debt crisis sent 10-year German bond yields to fresh lows on Wednesday while demand for stocks less exposed to the looming global growth slowdown lifted equity markets. U.S. stocks were also poised to open higher with attention focused on the release …
Airbus fights back under dark skies Reuters - 28 mins ago
FARNBOROUGH, England (Reuters) - Airbus has won a potential $4.2 billion order for its A350 passenger jet, its first major deal at a subdued Farnborough Airshow, where … More »Airbus fights back under dark skies
FARNBOROUGH, England (Reuters) - Airbus has won a potential $4.2 billion order for its A350 passenger jet, its first major deal at a subdued Farnborough Airshow, where a faltering global economy is casting clouds as dark as the skies over southern Britain. The deal announced on Tuesday with Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific …
Chinese economic data highlight slowdown _ Q&A AP - 2 hrs 20 mins ago
China's economic slump is its deepest since the 2008 global crisis and could hurt Chinese demand for imported oil, iron ore and industrial components. That could dent … More »Chinese economic data highlight slowdown _ Q&A
China's economic slump is its deepest since the 2008 global crisis and could hurt Chinese demand for imported oil, iron ore and industrial components. That could dent hopes abroad that a robust China will drive global sales at a time of anemic demand in the United States and debt-crippled Europe.
Apple will start selling iPad in China July 20 AP - 19 hrs ago
Apple will start selling the iPad in China on July 20 after paying $60 million to settle a dispute over the ownership of the tablet computer's name. More »Apple will start selling iPad in China July 20
Apple will start selling the iPad in China on July 20 after paying $60 million to settle a dispute over the ownership of the tablet computer's name.
Oil rises to near $85 as US crude supplies drop AP - 4 hrs ago
Oil rose to near $85 a barrel Wednesday after a report showed U.S. crude supplies fell for a second week, suggesting demand may be improving. More »Oil rises to near $85 as US crude supplies drop
Oil rose to near $85 a barrel Wednesday after a report showed U.S. crude supplies fell for a second week, suggesting demand may be improving.
Global stocks mixed, outlook for earnings dim AP - 2 hrs 7 mins ago
Global stock markets struggled Wednesday, as Europe's debt crisis rolls on and investors brace themselves for mediocre second-quarter corporate profits. More »Global stocks mixed, outlook for earnings dim
Global stock markets struggled Wednesday, as Europe's debt crisis rolls on and investors brace themselves for mediocre second-quarter corporate profits.

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - July 11, 2012

We do not write because we want to; we write because we have to.: W. Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965)
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The most merciful thing in the world, I think, is the inability of the human mind to correlate all its contents.: H. P. Lovecraft (1890 - 1937), "The Call of Cthulhu", first line
Public speaking is the art of diluting a two-minute idea with a two-hour vocabulary.: Evan Esar (1899 - 1995)
Everyone has a purpose in life. Perhaps yours is watching television.: David Letterman (1947 - )

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