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General News Update

Tea party candidate favored in Texas Senate runoff The Ticket - 3 hrs ago
Former state solicitor general Ted Cruz appears favored to win the Republican Senate runoff in Texas on Tuesday, which would hand the tea party a significant underdog victory in a massive state. More »Tea party candidate favored in Texas Senate runoff
Former state solicitor general Ted Cruz appears favored to win the Republican Senate runoff in Texas on Tuesday, which would hand the tea party a significant underdog victory in a massive state.
Chinese dissident Chen to see Boehner, Pelosi The Ticket - 1 hr 29 mins ago
Chen Guangcheng, the blind Chinese dissident whose dramatic escape from house arrest and eventual flight to the United States captivated global audiences in April, heads to Capitol Hill on Tuesday for talks with top lawmakers … More »Chinese dissident Chen to see Boehner, Pelosi
Chen Guangcheng, the blind Chinese dissident whose dramatic escape from house arrest and eventual flight to the United States captivated global audiences in April, heads to Capitol Hill on Tuesday for talks with top lawmakers including Republican House Speaker John Boehner and Democratic Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi. Chen …
Obama related to country's first enslaved man The Lookout - 14 hrs ago
A study from Ancestry.com has determined that President Obama is related to John Punch, the first black African enslaved for life in America--which would make Punch the 11th great-grandfather of Obama. More »Obama related to country's first enslaved man
A study from Ancestry.com has determined that President Obama is related to John Punch, the first black African enslaved for life in America--which would make Punch the 11th great-grandfather of Obama.
Activists: Renewed bombardment, clashes in Aleppo AP - 5 hrs ago
Activists are reporting renewed bombardments and clashes in rebel-held sectors of Syria's largest city, Aleppo, as fighting there stretches into its 11th day. More »Activists: Renewed bombardment, clashes in Aleppo
Activists are reporting renewed bombardments and clashes in rebel-held sectors of Syria's largest city, Aleppo, as fighting there stretches into its 11th day.
Why Romney remains international man of mystery Yahoo! News - 15 hrs ago
Romney’s first foreign trip as the de facto Republican presidential nominee has been so confounding that it requires tinkering with our working theories about who he is as a political leader and a would-be president.
Olympics fans find ways to circumvent NBC's online control @ Yahoo! Sports - 8 hrs ago
Many viewers turned off by NBC's ironclad control of access to Olympics coverage in the United States and spotty online streaming have resorted to a workaround to watch the Games.
N.J. girl, 12, grabs wheel when grandfather dies AP - 8 hrs ago
As the pickup truck she was riding in careened down the road at 80 mph, 12-year-old Miranda Bowman knew one thing: She had to stop it.
Obama plans to lay out 'specific agenda' for second term ABC OTUS News - 10 hrs ago
President Obama hinted that his re-election campaign will transition to a more positive and forward-looking message by the end of next month and into the fall.
Australia finds record drug haul among Thai terracotta pots Reuters - 7 hrs ago
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian police on Tuesday seized a record half a tonne of the drug ice and heroin worth up to A$500 million ($525 million) hidden in a shipment of terracotta pots from Thailand. Seven people, including four from Hong Kong, were arrested after a year-long investigation following a tip-off from U.S. …
Author resigns from New Yorker, admits fake quotes @ Yahoo! TV - 12 hrs ago
Jonah Lehrer resigned from the New Yorker Monday after Tablet Magazine revealed that he fabricated Bob Dylan quotes in his book, "Imagine: How Creativity Works."

Sports News

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Swimming: Phelps eyes record after U.S. reach relay final Reuters - 48 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Barring a major upset or calamity, Michael Phelps will claim one of the few records that he has not yet captured at the London Olympics on Tuesday. Phelps did not swim in the morning … More »Swimming: Phelps eyes record after U.S. reach relay final
LONDON (Reuters) - Barring a major upset or calamity, Michael Phelps will claim one of the few records that he has not yet captured at the London Olympics on Tuesday. Phelps did not swim in the morning heats but his American team mates ensured he would be in action in the evening finals for two events when they set the …
Szczesny sees success for Arsenal AFP - 49 mins ago
The signings during the summer of Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud will inspire Arsenal to once again win trophies in the new season, the club's Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny believes. More »Szczesny sees success for Arsenal
The signings during the summer of Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud will inspire Arsenal to once again win trophies in the new season, the club's Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny believes.
"Sculling Sloth" vows to improve Reuters - 52 mins ago
DORNEY, England (Reuters) - Niger's Hamadou Djibo Issaka, the novice rower who has earned comparisons to the slow swimmer Eric "The Eel", vowed to improve on Tuesday after again finishing last in an Olympic … More »"Sculling Sloth" vows to improve
DORNEY, England (Reuters) - Niger's Hamadou Djibo Issaka, the novice rower who has earned comparisons to the slow swimmer Eric "The Eel", vowed to improve on Tuesday after again finishing last in an Olympic semi-final that was some 28 seconds slower than his previous race. Djibo Issaka has won huge support from the mostly …
Barca will not rush Villa back from injury: Puyol Reuters - 53 mins ago
MADRID (Reuters) - Barcelona striker David Villa is recovering well from a broken leg but the club will not rush him back into action before he is ready, captain Carles Puyol said on Tuesday. Villa, Spain's … More »Barca will not rush Villa back from injury: Puyol
MADRID (Reuters) - Barcelona striker David Villa is recovering well from a broken leg but the club will not rush him back into action before he is ready, captain Carles Puyol said on Tuesday. Villa, Spain's all-time leading scorer who joined Barca from Valencia two years ago, broke his left leg competing in the Club World …
NBA playmakers power Russia over China AFP - 54 mins ago
Russia's Andrei Kirilenko and Alexey Shved, future NBA teammates for the Minnesota Timberwolves, powered a veteran Russian side over China 73-54 on Tuesday to stay unbeaten in Olympic round-robin play … More »NBA playmakers power Russia over China
Russia's Andrei Kirilenko and Alexey Shved, future NBA teammates for the Minnesota Timberwolves, powered a veteran Russian side over China 73-54 on Tuesday to stay unbeaten in Olympic round-robin play.
IOC hints that China's Ye is clean Reuters - 56 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) hinted on Tuesday that gold medalist swimmer Ye Shiwen of China had not tested positive for any drugs as the doping controversy triggered by … More »IOC hints that China's Ye is clean
LONDON (Reuters) - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) hinted on Tuesday that gold medalist swimmer Ye Shiwen of China had not tested positive for any drugs as the doping controversy triggered by her sensational performances refused to abate. The 16-year-old Ye won the women's 400 individual medley in world record …
US gymnasts mull team disappointment AFP - 58 mins ago
The United States' male gymnasts have unanimously expressed pride in their performance in the all-around Olympic team competition, despite a disappointing fifth-place finish. More »US gymnasts mull team disappointment
The United States' male gymnasts have unanimously expressed pride in their performance in the all-around Olympic team competition, despite a disappointing fifth-place finish.
Arsenal's Almunia leaves to join Zola at Watford Reuters - 1 hr 10 mins ago
(Reuters) - Goalkeeper Manuel Almunia has joined English Championship side Watford, his former club Arsenal said on Tuesday. Almunia is one of seven new signings made by manager Gianfranco Zola and joins … More »Arsenal's Almunia leaves to join Zola at Watford
(Reuters) - Goalkeeper Manuel Almunia has joined English Championship side Watford, his former club Arsenal said on Tuesday. Almunia is one of seven new signings made by manager Gianfranco Zola and joins the London club on a one-year deal. "Former Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia has signed for Watford," the Premier League …
Train fault causes delays for London Olympics transport Reuters - 1 hr 11 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Spectators travelling to the Olympics scrambled for alternative routes after a smoking train forced the closure of London's busy Central Line subway early Tuesday but many travelers … More »Train fault causes delays for London Olympics transport
LONDON (Reuters) - Spectators travelling to the Olympics scrambled for alternative routes after a smoking train forced the closure of London's busy Central Line subway early Tuesday but many travelers praised a quick response by authorities to help them on their way. Fears over disruptions to Europe's busiest and oldest …
Amid roster questions, fans rally for PSU team AP - 1 hr 12 mins ago
A pep band and more than 1,000 fans bearing signs and shouting their support for Penn State football turned out Tuesday morning to greet players gathering for offseason workouts amid a cloud of uncertainty … More »Amid roster questions, fans rally for PSU team
A pep band and more than 1,000 fans bearing signs and shouting their support for Penn State football turned out Tuesday morning to greet players gathering for offseason workouts amid a cloud of uncertainty in the wake of stiff NCAA sanctions resulting from the Jerry Sandusky sex abuse scandal.
Magnussen fights back as history beckons Phelps AFP - 1 hr 39 mins ago
Australian James Magnussen vowed Tuesday to fight for Olympic redemption as he notched the fourth-fastest time in the men's 100m freestyle heats. More »Magnussen fights back as history beckons Phelps
Australian James Magnussen vowed Tuesday to fight for Olympic redemption as he notched the fourth-fastest time in the men's 100m freestyle heats.
Water polo: Mighty Hungary under pressure Reuters - 1 hr 39 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champions Hungary suffered their second loss in a row when they were beaten 11-10 by Montenegro on the second day of the men's water polo competition on Tuesday. Hungary, the … More »Water polo: Mighty Hungary under pressure
LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champions Hungary suffered their second loss in a row when they were beaten 11-10 by Montenegro on the second day of the men's water polo competition on Tuesday. Hungary, the most successful country in Olympic water polo and gunning for their fourth consecutive gold in London, showed their quality …
American Adrian sets early standard in 100 free AFP - 1 hr 44 mins ago
American Nathan Adrian fired the opening salvo to swim the fastest time in the heats of the men's 100m freestyle, with world champion James Magnussen not far behind in fourth spot on Tuesday. More »American Adrian sets early standard in 100 free
American Nathan Adrian fired the opening salvo to swim the fastest time in the heats of the men's 100m freestyle, with world champion James Magnussen not far behind in fourth spot on Tuesday.
Chinese deny doping as Phelps goes for record Reuters - 1 hr 48 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - China has vehemently rejected suggestions of doping as a growing row over the astonishing performance of a Chinese swimmer threatens to overshadow Michael Phelps's bid to become the … More »Chinese deny doping as Phelps goes for record
LONDON (Reuters) - China has vehemently rejected suggestions of doping as a growing row over the astonishing performance of a Chinese swimmer threatens to overshadow Michael Phelps's bid to become the most decorated Olympian of all time on Tuesday. Ye Shiwen, 16, is chasing a second gold in Tuesday's 200 meters individual …
Swimming: Hersey fastest in 200 meters butterfly heats Reuters - 1 hr 57 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - American Kathleen Hersey outpaced Chinese world champion Jiao Liuyang to top the qualifiers for the women's 200 meters butterfly at the London Olympics on Tuesday. The 22-year-old Hersey … More »Swimming: Hersey fastest in 200 meters butterfly heats
LONDON (Reuters) - American Kathleen Hersey outpaced Chinese world champion Jiao Liuyang to top the qualifiers for the women's 200 meters butterfly at the London Olympics on Tuesday. The 22-year-old Hersey plowed her way through four laps of the Aquatics Centre in a time of two minutes, 06.41 seconds to advance to the semi-finals …
India hopes Narang bronze triggers Olympic revival AFP - 2 hrs 22 mins ago
India are looking for better days ahead at the Olympics after shooter Gagan Narang picked up the country's first medal, a bronze, at the London Games. More »India hopes Narang bronze triggers Olympic revival
India are looking for better days ahead at the Olympics after shooter Gagan Narang picked up the country's first medal, a bronze, at the London Games.
Bilic out to get more out of Lokomotiv AFP - 2 hrs 25 mins ago
Croatian Slaven Bilic, who took over as coach at Lokomotiv Moscow after the Euro 2012 championship, has said he aims to get his team playing more consistently and with improved teamwork. More »Bilic out to get more out of Lokomotiv
Croatian Slaven Bilic, who took over as coach at Lokomotiv Moscow after the Euro 2012 championship, has said he aims to get his team playing more consistently and with improved teamwork.
Audi roars ahead in first half of 2012 AFP - 2 hrs 45 mins ago
Audi, the top-of-the-range carmaker owned by German auto giant Volkswagen, said operating profit accelerated powerfully in the first half of the year and stuck to its full-year target. More »Audi roars ahead in first half of 2012
Audi, the top-of-the-range carmaker owned by German auto giant Volkswagen, said operating profit accelerated powerfully in the first half of the year and stuck to its full-year target.
Hooper's personal demons endanger golden dream AFP - 2 hrs 52 mins ago
Australian light heavyweight boxer Damien Hooper's talent is not in question, but his ability to stay out of trouble is. More »Hooper's personal demons endanger golden dream
Australian light heavyweight boxer Damien Hooper's talent is not in question, but his ability to stay out of trouble is.
Boy arrested over Olympic diver tweets AFP - 2 hrs 54 mins ago
Police have arrested a teenager in connection with malicious Twitter messages directed at Tom Daley after the young Olympic diver missed out on a medal. More »Boy arrested over Olympic diver tweets
Police have arrested a teenager in connection with malicious Twitter messages directed at Tom Daley after the young Olympic diver missed out on a medal.
Top contenders through to final Equestrian eventing leg Reuters - 2 hrs 57 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - All the leading medal contenders in Olympic eventing passed a final fitness inspection that eliminated another six horse-rider pairings and are clear to vie for the podium in the show … More »Top contenders through to final Equestrian eventing leg
LONDON (Reuters) - All the leading medal contenders in Olympic eventing passed a final fitness inspection that eliminated another six horse-rider pairings and are clear to vie for the podium in the show jumping arena on Tuesday. Riders will jump for team gold in the first round over 15 delicately balanced fences that measure …
Fire alert stops Olympics Underground line AFP - 3 hrs ago
Spectators faced disruption after a fire alert halted all trains on part of a key underground line leading to the Olympic Park in east London on Tuesday. More »Fire alert stops Olympics Underground line
Spectators faced disruption after a fire alert halted all trains on part of a key underground line leading to the Olympic Park in east London on Tuesday.
Ye controversy rages as Phelps eyes Olympic history AFP - 3 hrs ago
Teenage Chinese swimmer Ye Shiwen's explosive Olympics is set to dominate gold medal pool action on Tuesday while Michael Phelps could become the greatest Olympian in history. More »Ye controversy rages as Phelps eyes Olympic history
Teenage Chinese swimmer Ye Shiwen's explosive Olympics is set to dominate gold medal pool action on Tuesday while Michael Phelps could become the greatest Olympian in history.
Manchester United sets IPO terms Reuters - 3 hrs ago
(Reuters) - English soccer team Manchester United set the terms for its U.S. initial public offering on Monday saying it will offer 16.67 million shares at between $16 and $20 each, which values the club … More »Manchester United sets IPO terms
(Reuters) - English soccer team Manchester United set the terms for its U.S. initial public offering on Monday saying it will offer 16.67 million shares at between $16 and $20 each, which values the club at $3.3 billion at the top of the range. Manchester United has been struggling with a hefty debt burden ever since being …
Honda quarterly profit jumps fourfold to $1.7 bn AFP - 3 hrs ago
Honda Motor said Tuesday its net profit surged more than fourfold to $1.7 billion for the three months to June, underscoring a recovery from the impact of last year's quake-tsunami disasters. More »Honda quarterly profit jumps fourfold to $1.7 bn
Honda Motor said Tuesday its net profit surged more than fourfold to $1.7 billion for the three months to June, underscoring a recovery from the impact of last year's quake-tsunami disasters.

Business News

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IPhone appeal dims as Samsung shines AP - 18 hrs ago
The latest iPhone looks much the same as the first iPhone, which came out more than five years ago. That hasn't been a problem for Apple — until, now. More »IPhone appeal dims as Samsung shines
The latest iPhone looks much the same as the first iPhone, which came out more than five years ago. That hasn't been a problem for Apple — until, now.
Mailers fret over post's looming payment default Reuters - 13 hrs ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Mail industry companies are concerned about a looming default by the Postal Service on a $5.5 billion payment for future retiree health benefits, … More »Mailers fret over post's looming payment default
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Mail industry companies are concerned about a looming default by the Postal Service on a $5.5 billion payment for future retiree health benefits, saying it adds to uncertainty about agency and helps speed the movement away from traditional mail. The Postal Service has said for months that it could …
Iran's Ahmadinejad calls sanctions 'ridiculous' AP - 3 hrs ago
President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Tuesday slammed Western sanctions on Iran's oil sector as a "ridiculous" move that seeks to deprive the world of energy resources at … More »Iran's Ahmadinejad calls sanctions 'ridiculous'
President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Tuesday slammed Western sanctions on Iran's oil sector as a "ridiculous" move that seeks to deprive the world of energy resources at a time when demand is swelling.
Apple: 3M copies of Mountain Lion out in 4 days AP - 20 hrs ago
Apple says Mac users downloaded 3 million copies of Mountain Lion, its latest operating system, in the first four days it was available. More »Apple: 3M copies of Mountain Lion out in 4 days
Apple says Mac users downloaded 3 million copies of Mountain Lion, its latest operating system, in the first four days it was available.
Power grids across north, east India fail AP - 2 hrs 0 mins ago
India's energy crisis cascaded over half the country Tuesday when three of its regional grids collapsed, leaving more than 600 million people without government-supplied … More »Power grids across north, east India fail
India's energy crisis cascaded over half the country Tuesday when three of its regional grids collapsed, leaving more than 600 million people without government-supplied electricity in one of the world's biggest-ever blackouts.
Interim Yahoo CEO Ross Levinsohn leaves company Reuters - 14 hrs ago
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Ross Levinsohn is leaving Yahoo, two weeks after the company announced he lost out on the top job to Google executive Marissa Mayer, the company … More »Interim Yahoo CEO Ross Levinsohn leaves company
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Ross Levinsohn is leaving Yahoo, two weeks after the company announced he lost out on the top job to Google executive Marissa Mayer, the company said in a filing. Levinsohn will leave the company effective Tuesday, July 31. He will go with the severance payments outlined in his 2010 offer letter …
Park: No mechanical issues in Calif. coaster stall AP - 16 hrs ago
Mechanical problems were not to blame for the stalling of a roller coaster carrying a dozen people at a Northern California theme park while the coaster was about 150 … More »Park: No mechanical issues in Calif. coaster stall
Mechanical problems were not to blame for the stalling of a roller coaster carrying a dozen people at a Northern California theme park while the coaster was about 150 feet above the ground, park officials said Monday.
Spain says up to $200 billion left country by May AP - 2 hrs 22 mins ago
Spain's central bank says €163 billion ($200 billion) has been pulled out of Spain in the first five months of the year, reflecting plunging confidence in the government's … More »Spain says up to $200 billion left country by May
Spain's central bank says €163 billion ($200 billion) has been pulled out of Spain in the first five months of the year, reflecting plunging confidence in the government's ability to manage its financial problems.
Apple, Samsung patent trial starts with jury selection Reuters - 14 hrs ago
SAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - A Google employee, at least five patent owners and plenty of iPhone and iPad consumers were among the potential jurors summoned to court … More »Apple, Samsung patent trial starts with jury selection
SAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - A Google employee, at least five patent owners and plenty of iPhone and iPad consumers were among the potential jurors summoned to court on Monday in a high-stakes U.S. patent battle between Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd. U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh spent several hours examining …
More Germans out of work as euro zone crisis spreads Reuters - 3 hrs ago
BERLIN (Reuters) - The number of Germans out of work rose for a fourth month running in July, though it remained close to its lowest since Germany reunified more than … More »More Germans out of work as euro zone crisis spreads
BERLIN (Reuters) - The number of Germans out of work rose for a fourth month running in July, though it remained close to its lowest since Germany reunified more than two decades ago. The rise, though less than expected, was another sign that the euro zone crisis is beginning to hit the bloc's biggest economy. The number …
Levinsohn leaving Yahoo after second CEO snub AP - 13 hrs ago
Ross Levinsohn, the interim CEO who was snubbed in the search for a permanent leader at Yahoo, is leaving the Internet portal. More »Levinsohn leaving Yahoo after second CEO snub
Ross Levinsohn, the interim CEO who was snubbed in the search for a permanent leader at Yahoo, is leaving the Internet portal.
Near-bankrupt Greece says cash reserves drying up Reuters - 1 hr 30 mins ago
ATHENS (Reuters) - Near-bankrupt Greece is fast running out of cash while it waits for its next installment of aid from international lenders, a deputy finance minister … More »Near-bankrupt Greece says cash reserves drying up
ATHENS (Reuters) - Near-bankrupt Greece is fast running out of cash while it waits for its next installment of aid from international lenders, a deputy finance minister said on Tuesday, sounding the alarm on the country's precarious financial position. Greece's European partners have repeatedly promised the country will …
HSBC takes $2 billion hit for U.S., UK scandals Reuters - 21 hrs ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Revelations of lax anti-money laundering controls at HSBC are "shameful and embarrassing" for Europe's biggest bank, its boss said on Monday, and it … More »HSBC takes $2 billion hit for U.S., UK scandals
LONDON (Reuters) - Revelations of lax anti-money laundering controls at HSBC are "shameful and embarrassing" for Europe's biggest bank, its boss said on Monday, and it may have to pay out well over $2 billion for the scandal and in compensation for UK mis-selling. HSBC set aside $700 million to cover fines and other costs …
HSBC says sorry as it takes $700 million hit AP - 22 hrs ago
HSBC PLC apologized to shareholders Monday as it disclosed a $700 million charge to cover the cost of U.S. penalties for lapses including its failure to enforce money-laundering … More »HSBC says sorry as it takes $700 million hit
HSBC PLC apologized to shareholders Monday as it disclosed a $700 million charge to cover the cost of U.S. penalties for lapses including its failure to enforce money-laundering controls in Mexico.
Insight: ECB thinks the unthinkable, action likely weeks away Reuters - 22 hrs ago
FRANKFURT/PARIS (Reuters) - The European Central Bank is thinking the unthinkable to save the euro, including resuming its controversial bond-buying program and possibly … More »Insight: ECB thinks the unthinkable, action likely weeks away
FRANKFURT/PARIS (Reuters) - The European Central Bank is thinking the unthinkable to save the euro, including resuming its controversial bond-buying program and possibly even pursuing quantitative easing - in effect printing money. Bold action is probably at least five weeks away, insiders say, though some more clues may …
Democratic report blasts for-profit colleges AP - 18 hrs ago
For-profit colleges put revenues above education, and charge students high tuition and loan rates that could leave them in debt for years, a Senate Democratic report … More »Democratic report blasts for-profit colleges
For-profit colleges put revenues above education, and charge students high tuition and loan rates that could leave them in debt for years, a Senate Democratic report said Monday.
Wall Street dips after year's best two-day run, Fed eyed Reuters - 16 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks finished mostly flat on Monday as investors paused following the best two-day run this year, with central bank meetings and a full load of … More »Wall Street dips after year's best two-day run, Fed eyed
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks finished mostly flat on Monday as investors paused following the best two-day run this year, with central bank meetings and a full load of U.S. economic data looming. Traders have bet that the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank will suggest further action to stimulate their economies …
Chavez: joining trade bloc a boon for Venezuela AP - 13 hrs ago
Joining the South American trade bloc Mercosur will be a boon for Venezuela and should help the country's businesses boost international sales, President Hugo Chavez … More »Chavez: joining trade bloc a boon for Venezuela
Joining the South American trade bloc Mercosur will be a boon for Venezuela and should help the country's businesses boost international sales, President Hugo Chavez said Monday as he traveled to Brazil for a meeting where Venezuela will formally become a member.
ECB on course to act strongly or disappoint mightily Reuters - 19 hrs ago
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - European Central Bank President Mario Draghi must back up his pledge to do what it takes to protect the euro when the bank's policymakers meet on … More »ECB on course to act strongly or disappoint mightily
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - European Central Bank President Mario Draghi must back up his pledge to do what it takes to protect the euro when the bank's policymakers meet on Thursday or else face deep disappointment from investors hungry for - and expecting - immediate action. In his boldest comments to date, Draghi said last …
Manchester United sets IPO terms Reuters - 3 hrs ago
(Reuters) - English soccer team Manchester United set the terms for its U.S. initial public offering on Monday saying it will offer 16.67 million shares at between $16 … More »Manchester United sets IPO terms
(Reuters) - English soccer team Manchester United set the terms for its U.S. initial public offering on Monday saying it will offer 16.67 million shares at between $16 and $20 each, which values the club at $3.3 billion at the top of the range. Manchester United has been struggling with a hefty debt burden ever since being …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - July 31, 2012

There are two tragedies in life. One is not to get your heart's desire. The other is to get it.: George Bernard Shaw (1856 - 1950), "Man and Superman" (1903), act 4
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I hate women because they always know where things are.: James Thurber (1894 - 1961)
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Who is more busy than he who hath least to do?: John Clarke, Paroemiologia Anglo-Latina, 1639
The end of the human race will be that it will eventually die of civilization.: Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 - 1882)
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