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General News Update

US commanders concerned about Ramadan fighting AP - 59 mins ago
The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan has until mid-October to submit a plan for the initial withdrawal of American troops, decisions that may hinge in part on whether the latest surge in attacks continues through the holy … More »US commanders concerned about Ramadan fighting
The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan has until mid-October to submit a plan for the initial withdrawal of American troops, decisions that may hinge in part on whether the latest surge in attacks continues through the holy month of Ramadan.
11 killed in 2 attacks in troubled NW China AP - 52 mins ago
Police shot dead four people Sunday in China's far northwest, bringing to 11 the death toll in weekend violence in one of the country's most troubled ethnic regions. More »11 killed in 2 attacks in troubled NW China
Police shot dead four people Sunday in China's far northwest, bringing to 11 the death toll in weekend violence in one of the country's most troubled ethnic regions.
Police: Planes collide over Alaska, 4 dead AP - 2 hrs 59 mins ago
Two single-engine float planes collided as they flew near an Alaskan lake and one of them crashed and burned, killing the four people aboard, authorities said. The second plane landed safely despite significant damage. More »Police: Planes collide over Alaska, 4 dead
Two single-engine float planes collided as they flew near an Alaskan lake and one of them crashed and burned, killing the four people aboard, authorities said. The second plane landed safely despite significant damage.
Mystery surrounds loss of records, art on 9/11 AP - 9 hrs ago
Letters written by Helen Keller. Forty-thousand photographic negatives of John F. Kennedy taken by the president's personal cameraman. Sculptures by Alexander Calder and Auguste Rodin. The 1921 agreement that created the … More »Mystery surrounds loss of records, art on 9/11
Letters written by Helen Keller. Forty-thousand photographic negatives of John F. Kennedy taken by the president's personal cameraman. Sculptures by Alexander Calder and Auguste Rodin. The 1921 agreement that created the agency that built the World Trade Center.
Police: 4 shot after George Clinton concert AP - 4 hrs ago
Several shots rang out from a handgun during a large fight near an outdoor concert venue in Cleveland, leaving four people wounded after a "Unity in the Park" festival featuring funk music artist George Clinton, police said … More »Police: 4 shot after George Clinton concert
Several shots rang out from a handgun during a large fight near an outdoor concert venue in Cleveland, leaving four people wounded after a "Unity in the Park" festival featuring funk music artist George Clinton, police said Sunday.
Record-setting night for Yanks in DH sweep of O's AP - 2 hrs 32 mins ago
One inning, 12 runs, 40 minutes and 70 pitches. Those were just some of the wild numbers in a record-setting start for the New York Yankees.
Colts re-sign Manning to long-term deal AP - 10 hrs ago
Peyton Manning has a new long-term deal in time to report to training camp.
Hopes emerge of deal to avoid U.S. default Reuters - 16 mins ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Hopes emerged that lawmakers were close to a last-minute deal on Sunday that could raise the debt ceiling by up to $2.8 trillion and assure financial markets that the United States will avoid default.
Senate delays key debt vote until later on Sunday Reuters - 9 hrs ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid on Saturday delayed a test vote on the Democratic debt limit increase plan until 1 p.m. EDT Sunday to give negotiators more time to work out a deal.
Police kill 4 after blasts, attacks in China's west Reuters - 4 mins 28 secs ago
BEIJING (Reuters) - Police shot dead four "rioters" in China's far west on Sunday after at least three people, including a policeman, were killed in the latest in a series attacks in the region this month, the state-run news agency Xinhua reported.
Rebels clash with Gaddafi loyalists near Benghazi Reuters - 50 mins ago
BENGHAZI (Reuters) - Libyan rebels clashed in the early hours of Sunday with an armed gang they said was loyal to Muammar Gaddafi, the latest sign of growing lawlessness in the rebel-held east.
Iraq says to buy 36 F-16 fighters from U.S Reuters - 20 hrs ago
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki said on Saturday his government would buy 36 F-16 fighters from the United States, doubling the number it had initially planned to purchase to strengthen its weak air defenses.
Turkey's leaders deny crisis as top generals quit Reuters - 16 hrs ago
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - For Turkey's political leaders it was business as usual Saturday, denying any crisis, or simply not mentioning the resignation of the country's four top military commanders.
Anxiety in Afghanistan over troops pay if U.S. defaults Reuters - 14 hrs ago
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (Reuters) - It is unclear if the United States will be able to pay troops on time in the event of a debt default, the top U.S. military officer told troops in Afghanistan on Saturday.
No death "miracle" in Guyana airliner crash Reuters - 8 hrs ago
GEORGETOWN (Reuters) - A packed Caribbean Airlines passenger jet skidded off a runway as it landed in Guyana at night on Saturday, then broke in two at the edge of a ravine. There were no casualties.

Sports News

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Man exonerated in Giants fan beating speaks out AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
The man initially identified by police as the primary suspect in the beating of a San Francisco Giants fan at Dodger Stadium, then exonerated after two other men were … More »Man exonerated in Giants fan beating speaks out
The man initially identified by police as the primary suspect in the beating of a San Francisco Giants fan at Dodger Stadium, then exonerated after two other men were arrested and charged, spoke out Friday.
Phelps win as 'Missile' explodes in China AFP - 23 hrs ago
Michael Phelps eased his world championships heartache with a 100m butterfly win Saturday as 16-year-old Missy "Missile" Franklin exploded onto the scene with another … More »Phelps win as 'Missile' explodes in China
Michael Phelps eased his world championships heartache with a 100m butterfly win Saturday as 16-year-old Missy "Missile" Franklin exploded onto the scene with another two gold medals in Shanghai.
It's back to work for Tiger Woods AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Tiger Woods returns to golf under a new set of circumstances. More »It's back to work for Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods returns to golf under a new set of circumstances.
No. 1 pick Cam Newton signs deal with Panthers AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
No. 1 draft pick Cam Newton has signed with the Carolina Panthers and has arrived at training camp. More »No. 1 pick Cam Newton signs deal with Panthers
No. 1 draft pick Cam Newton has signed with the Carolina Panthers and has arrived at training camp.
Clemens accuses prosecutors of provoking mistrial AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
With his trial abruptly cut short, former baseball star Roger Clemens argued Friday that prosecutors intentionally goaded him into asking for a mistrial and asked a judge … More »Clemens accuses prosecutors of provoking mistrial
With his trial abruptly cut short, former baseball star Roger Clemens argued Friday that prosecutors intentionally goaded him into asking for a mistrial and asked a judge to throw out his indictment on charges of lying to Congress.
Manning expected to miss camp opening AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Peyton Manning never misses a game and hardly snap. That's in the regular season. More »Manning expected to miss camp opening
Peyton Manning never misses a game and hardly snap. That's in the regular season.
Eagles swoop in and snag Asomugha AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
Nnamdi Asomugha had a tough choice: the New York Jets or the Dallas Cowboys? More »Eagles swoop in and snag Asomugha
Nnamdi Asomugha had a tough choice: the New York Jets or the Dallas Cowboys?
Asomugha signing biggest of Eagles' bold moves AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
With one big move after another over two wild days, the Philadelphia Eagles became strong favorites to reach the Super Bowl. More »Asomugha signing biggest of Eagles' bold moves
With one big move after another over two wild days, the Philadelphia Eagles became strong favorites to reach the Super Bowl.
US hires Klinsmann to coach men's national team AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Now that the U.S. Soccer federation's perennial coach-in-waiting finally has the job, Juergen Klinsmann will be expected to kick-start a stagnant men's national team … More »US hires Klinsmann to coach men's national team
Now that the U.S. Soccer federation's perennial coach-in-waiting finally has the job, Juergen Klinsmann will be expected to kick-start a stagnant men's national team.
Charges dropped against Brandon Marshall's wife AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
South Florida prosecutors have dropped charges accusing the wife of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Brandon Marshall of stabbing him. More »Charges dropped against Brandon Marshall's wife
South Florida prosecutors have dropped charges accusing the wife of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Brandon Marshall of stabbing him.
Phelps takes 3rd gold at swim worlds in 100 fly AP - 23 hrs ago
Michael Phelps registered a comfortable win in the 100-meter butterfly at the swimming world championships Saturday without Milorad Cavic or Ryan Lochte to challenge … More »Phelps takes 3rd gold at swim worlds in 100 fly
Michael Phelps registered a comfortable win in the 100-meter butterfly at the swimming world championships Saturday without Milorad Cavic or Ryan Lochte to challenge him.
Phillies acquire Pence from Astros AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
Hunter Pence got misty-eyed while saying goodbye to his teammates in the Houston Astros' dugout. More »Phillies acquire Pence from Astros
Hunter Pence got misty-eyed while saying goodbye to his teammates in the Houston Astros' dugout.
No NFL team taking 'Hard Knocks' this summer AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
No NFL team will be taking "Hard Knocks" this summer. More »No NFL team taking 'Hard Knocks' this summer
No NFL team will be taking "Hard Knocks" this summer.
Colts expect QB Manning to miss start of camp AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
The pain in Peyton Manning's neck will keep him off the practice field early next week. More »Colts expect QB Manning to miss start of camp
The pain in Peyton Manning's neck will keep him off the practice field early next week.
Seattle sends Fister, Pauley to Detroit AP - 16 hrs ago
Dave Dombrowski and the Detroit Tigers hope they've grabbed the pieces to round out a playoff pitching staff. The Seattle Mariners just keep searching for the right pieces … More »Seattle sends Fister, Pauley to Detroit
Dave Dombrowski and the Detroit Tigers hope they've grabbed the pieces to round out a playoff pitching staff. The Seattle Mariners just keep searching for the right pieces in their rebuilding efforts.
Steelers meet with free agent WR Burress AP - 14 hrs ago
Plaxico Burress shook hands. He bro-hugged. He talked. He listened. He watched. He hung out. He paced. More »Steelers meet with free agent WR Burress
Plaxico Burress shook hands. He bro-hugged. He talked. He listened. He watched. He hung out. He paced.
Bush says trade to Dolphins is 'surreal' AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Reggie Bush watched part of his first practice with the Miami Dolphins from an end zone, arms across his chest, nodding and smiling as he studied what was happening on … More »Bush says trade to Dolphins is 'surreal'
Reggie Bush watched part of his first practice with the Miami Dolphins from an end zone, arms across his chest, nodding and smiling as he studied what was happening on the field.
Steelers LB Harrison apologizes for comments AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
James Harrison is an emotional guy. Always has been. The Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker plays with an intensity few in the NFL can match. More »Steelers LB Harrison apologizes for comments
James Harrison is an emotional guy. Always has been. The Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker plays with an intensity few in the NFL can match.
Lochte wins 3rd and 4th golds at swim worlds AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Ryan Lochte locked up two more gold medals at the swimming world championships Friday, raising his victory total to four with at least one more event to go. More »Lochte wins 3rd and 4th golds at swim worlds
Ryan Lochte locked up two more gold medals at the swimming world championships Friday, raising his victory total to four with at least one more event to go.
NFL, NFLPA working on final details of new CBA AP - 2 hrs 41 mins ago
It's on to the next step for the NFL and its players, who are getting closer to a full-fledged collective bargaining agreement. More »NFL, NFLPA working on final details of new CBA
It's on to the next step for the NFL and its players, who are getting closer to a full-fledged collective bargaining agreement.
AP Source: Cam Newton agrees to deal with Panthers AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
No. 1 draft pick Cam Newton has signed with the Carolina Panthers and has arrived at training camp. More »AP Source: Cam Newton agrees to deal with Panthers
No. 1 draft pick Cam Newton has signed with the Carolina Panthers and has arrived at training camp.
AP Source: LB Burnett reaches deal with Dolphins AP - 23 hrs ago
A person familiar with the negotiations says veteran linebacker Kevin Burnett has agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins as a replacement for Channing Crowder. More »AP Source: LB Burnett reaches deal with Dolphins
A person familiar with the negotiations says veteran linebacker Kevin Burnett has agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins as a replacement for Channing Crowder.
Bills among teams to vote to recertify union AP - 22 hrs ago
The Buffalo Bills players have voted unanimously in favor of recertifying as a players union. More »Bills among teams to vote to recertify union
The Buffalo Bills players have voted unanimously in favor of recertifying as a players union.
Sun Yang poised to be China's new swimming star AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
When Sun Yang won the gold in the men's 800-meter freestyle at the world championships this week, he did something unusual for the normally reserved Chinese swim team: … More »Sun Yang poised to be China's new swimming star
When Sun Yang won the gold in the men's 800-meter freestyle at the world championships this week, he did something unusual for the normally reserved Chinese swim team: he celebrated with boyish delight.
Free, Kosier join Cowboys practice as observers AP - 19 hrs ago
Offensive linemen Doug Free and Kyle Kosier have signed their contracts with the Dallas Cowboys and showed up to practice as observers. More »Free, Kosier join Cowboys practice as observers
Offensive linemen Doug Free and Kyle Kosier have signed their contracts with the Dallas Cowboys and showed up to practice as observers.

Business News

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Billionaire Wilbur Ross downplays downgrade threat Reuters - 21 hrs ago
DUBLIN (Reuters) - A downgrade of sovereign debt would not necessarily have a big impact on financial markets, billionaire investor Wilbur Ross said. More »Billionaire Wilbur Ross downplays downgrade threat
DUBLIN (Reuters) - A downgrade of sovereign debt would not necessarily have a big impact on financial markets, billionaire investor Wilbur Ross said.
Growth anemic, debt row poses recession risk Reuters - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The economy stumbled badly in the first half of 2011 and came dangerously close to contracting in the January-March period, raising the risk of … More »Growth anemic, debt row poses recession risk
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The economy stumbled badly in the first half of 2011 and came dangerously close to contracting in the January-March period, raising the risk of a recession if a standoff over the nation's debt does not end quickly.
German finance minister: Greek deal no transfer union Reuters - 20 hrs ago
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble denied on Saturday that this month's Greek bailout deal paves the way for a future 'transfer union' in which … More »German finance minister: Greek deal no transfer union
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble denied on Saturday that this month's Greek bailout deal paves the way for a future 'transfer union' in which euro zone countries are liable for each others' debts.
Merck to slash jobs in cost-savings drive Reuters - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Merck & Co Inc plans to cut another 12,000 to 13,000 jobs by late 2015 to wring out additional annual cost savings of up to $1.5 billion that can … More »Merck to slash jobs in cost-savings drive
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Merck & Co Inc plans to cut another 12,000 to 13,000 jobs by late 2015 to wring out additional annual cost savings of up to $1.5 billion that can be plowed back into research and deal making.
U.S. Gulf oil patch restores operations after Don Reuters - 19 hrs ago
HOUSTON (Reuters) - Offshore oil and natural gas producers re-staffed their production platforms in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday, the day after Tropical Storm Don made … More »U.S. Gulf oil patch restores operations after Don
HOUSTON (Reuters) - Offshore oil and natural gas producers re-staffed their production platforms in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday, the day after Tropical Storm Don made landfall on the south Texas coast.
Debt crisis strains banks, threatens consumers Reuters - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The crisis over raising the debt ceiling may have been manufactured by politicians, as many on Wall Street charge, but its effect on consumers and … More »Debt crisis strains banks, threatens consumers
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The crisis over raising the debt ceiling may have been manufactured by politicians, as many on Wall Street charge, but its effect on consumers and the broader economy is likely to prove very real.
Ford hopes to avoid strike in labor talks Reuters - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
DEARBORN, Michigan (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co's labor chief said the U.S. automaker hopes to avoid a strike in its talks for a new labor deal with the United Auto Workers … More »Ford hopes to avoid strike in labor talks
DEARBORN, Michigan (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co's labor chief said the U.S. automaker hopes to avoid a strike in its talks for a new labor deal with the United Auto Workers union, which officially began on Friday.
White House, GOP discuss potential debt limit pact AP - 3 hrs ago
White House officials and congressional Republicans are reaching toward a potential end to their bitter debt limit showdown, raising hopes that a deal could be in place … More »White House, GOP discuss potential debt limit pact
White House officials and congressional Republicans are reaching toward a potential end to their bitter debt limit showdown, raising hopes that a deal could be in place by Tuesday to avert a possible federal default.
AP sources: Significant progress in debt talks AP - 8 hrs ago
Officials say the White House and Republican leaders in Congress are making significant progress toward a last-minute agreement to avoid a default threatened for next … More »AP sources: Significant progress in debt talks
Officials say the White House and Republican leaders in Congress are making significant progress toward a last-minute agreement to avoid a default threatened for next week.
NJ figures in dispute over cap-and-trade success AP - 18 hrs ago
New Jersey's expected pullout from a 10-state pact to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is among the latest developments in a nationwide dispute over whether cap-and-trade … More »NJ figures in dispute over cap-and-trade success
New Jersey's expected pullout from a 10-state pact to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is among the latest developments in a nationwide dispute over whether cap-and-trade programs work and what limitations states should place on energy producers to curb the heat-trapping gases blamed for global warming.
Thousands of Israelis protest high cost of living AP - 14 hrs ago
Tens of thousands of Israelis took to the streets nationwide on Saturday to protest rising housing prices in the largest turnout in a grass-roots movement that began … More »Thousands of Israelis protest high cost of living
Tens of thousands of Israelis took to the streets nationwide on Saturday to protest rising housing prices in the largest turnout in a grass-roots movement that began two weeks ago and is demanding steps from the government to ease the burden.
Obama urges parties to reach deal to avert default AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
Claiming that the two parties aren't that far apart, President Barack Obama is urging Democratic and Republican lawmakers to reach a deal quickly to keep the government … More »Obama urges parties to reach deal to avert default
Claiming that the two parties aren't that far apart, President Barack Obama is urging Democratic and Republican lawmakers to reach a deal quickly to keep the government from defaulting on payments to veterans, Social Security recipients and others.
Cuba renews appliance sales amid economic changes AP - 18 hrs ago
Cuba is renewing sales of energy-sucking appliances, reversing a pillar of Fidel Castro's "energy revolution" in response to popular demand and to support the growing … More »Cuba renews appliance sales amid economic changes
Cuba is renewing sales of energy-sucking appliances, reversing a pillar of Fidel Castro's "energy revolution" in response to popular demand and to support the growing ranks of independent workers under an economic overhaul launched by President Raul Castro.
US malaise, debt stalemate shake allies globally AP - Sat, Jul 30, 2011
America's debt crisis and economic malaise are shaking confidence in its global leadership. More »US malaise, debt stalemate shake allies globally
America's debt crisis and economic malaise are shaking confidence in its global leadership.
Recession risks up amid slow growth, debt standoff AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
The economy is at risk of slipping into another recession. More »Recession risks up amid slow growth, debt standoff
The economy is at risk of slipping into another recession.
Chavez says Venezuela's OPEC quota should grow AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
President Hugo Chavez said Friday that Venezuela's oil production quota within OPEC should increase now that its proven crude reserves have grown. More »Chavez says Venezuela's OPEC quota should grow
President Hugo Chavez said Friday that Venezuela's oil production quota within OPEC should increase now that its proven crude reserves have grown.
Eying support, Venezuela's Chavez urges moderation AP - Fri, Jul 29, 2011
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez made an abrupt political shift Friday, urging his socialist movement to reach out to the middle class and small business owners. More »Eying support, Venezuela's Chavez urges moderation
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez made an abrupt political shift Friday, urging his socialist movement to reach out to the middle class and small business owners.
Link: Atlassian Sets Agile Software Testing Ablaze with Bonfire 1.0 - Press Releases - Articles, News, … Forbes - 17 mins ago
Please read on to learn about a new and useful tool for QA teams: Atlassian Bonfire 1.0Atlassian Bonfire 1.0 is a new agile testing tool that allows users to quickly … More »Link: Atlassian Sets Agile Software Testing Ablaze with Bonfire 1.0 - Press Releases - Articles, News, …
Please read on to learn about a new and useful tool for QA teams: Atlassian Bonfire 1.0Atlassian Bonfire 1.0 is a new agile testing tool that allows users to quickly test their web applications and report any bugs that arise. Bonfire integrates with all major browsers to allow rapid capture of comprehensive bug reports …
Japan PM criticizes nuclear safety agency AP - 40 mins ago
Japan's prime minister has criticized the country's nuclear safety agency for having acted as a promoter instead of regulator of nuclear energy. More »Japan PM criticizes nuclear safety agency
Japan's prime minister has criticized the country's nuclear safety agency for having acted as a promoter instead of regulator of nuclear energy.
Scandal-tainted top Indian state official resigns AP - 1 hr 19 mins ago
A top elected official in a key Indian state has resigned after an anti-corruption panel indicted him in a multibillion-dollar bribery scandal involving granting of mining … More »Scandal-tainted top Indian state official resigns
A top elected official in a key Indian state has resigned after an anti-corruption panel indicted him in a multibillion-dollar bribery scandal involving granting of mining contracts.

Miscellaneous Daily Stuff

Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - July 31, 2011

To err is dysfunctional, to forgive co-dependent.: Berton Averre
Rage is the only quality which has kept me, or anybody I have ever studied, writing columns for newspapers.: Jimmy Breslin
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A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of.: Jane Austen (1775 - 1817), Mansfield Park
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I don't know half of you half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve.: J. R. R. Tolkien (1892 - 1973), The Fellowship of the Ring

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