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General News Update

Obama pledges tough enforcement of Wall Street reforms Reuters - 2 hrs 42 mins ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama on Saturday called on the U.S. Congress to back his efforts for tough new financial industry oversight, saying a $2 billion trading loss at JPMorgan underscored the need for such … More »Obama pledges tough enforcement of Wall Street reforms
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama on Saturday called on the U.S. Congress to back his efforts for tough new financial industry oversight, saying a $2 billion trading loss at JPMorgan underscored the need for such regulation. "We've got to finish the job of implementing this reform and putting these rules in …
G-8 leaders put focus on European financial crisis AP - 3 mins 26 secs ago
Leaders of the world's economic powers say Germany should balance its push for European fiscal austerity with doses of stimulus spending to avoid a financial calamity with global repercussions. More »G-8 leaders put focus on European financial crisis
Leaders of the world's economic powers say Germany should balance its push for European fiscal austerity with doses of stimulus spending to avoid a financial calamity with global repercussions.
3 charged with terror conspiracy ahead of NATO AP - 20 mins ago
Three men arrested earlier this week when police raided a Chicago apartment were being held on terrorism conspiracy charges Saturday stemming from allegations that they tried to make Molotov cocktails ahead of the NATO summit, … More »3 charged with terror conspiracy ahead of NATO
Three men arrested earlier this week when police raided a Chicago apartment were being held on terrorism conspiracy charges Saturday stemming from allegations that they tried to make Molotov cocktails ahead of the NATO summit, but the first major dress rehearsal of this weekend's large-scale protests was relatively pe …
Greece bridles at Merkel referendum suggestion AFP - 2 hrs 39 mins ago
Greek political leaders reacted angrily on Saturday to a suggestion, attributed to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, that the country hold a referendum on euro membership alongside an election next month. More »Greece bridles at Merkel referendum suggestion
Greek political leaders reacted angrily on Saturday to a suggestion, attributed to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, that the country hold a referendum on euro membership alongside an election next month.
Greek poll-front runner backs staying in euro AFP - 3 hrs ago
Greek poll front-runner Alexis Tsipras, buoyed by a groundswell of opposition to EU-IMF imposed austerity measures, says forcing his country out of the eurozone would sink the region as a whole. More »Greek poll-front runner backs staying in euro
Greek poll front-runner Alexis Tsipras, buoyed by a groundswell of opposition to EU-IMF imposed austerity measures, says forcing his country out of the eurozone would sink the region as a whole.
Rubio's past includes political vulnerabilities AP - 4 hrs ago
Sen. Marco Rubio has close ties to a colleague accused of questionable financial dealings. The freshman senator also once was enmeshed in a controversy over the use of the state party's credit card for his personal expenses. … More »Rubio's past includes political vulnerabilities
Sen. Marco Rubio has close ties to a colleague accused of questionable financial dealings. The freshman senator also once was enmeshed in a controversy over the use of the state party's credit card for his personal expenses. And he has faced increased scrutiny over his personal background since bursting onto the national …
Witnesses paint graphic picture of fight ABC News - 16 hrs ago
But nobody saw how the deadly altercation began. More »Witnesses paint graphic picture of fight
But nobody saw how the deadly altercation began.
Murdoch denies planning to spin off UK newspapers Reuters - 34 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Rupert Murdoch has denied reports that News Corp is considering spinning off its British newspapers to protect the rest of his media empire from a phone hacking scandal. The Daily Telegraph and the Financial Times newspapers said executives at the company were looking into ways to split off the Sun, the …
Seven charged in major roundup of Irish militant suspects Reuters - 53 mins ago
LISBURN, Northern Ireland (Reuters) - Seven Irish nationalists have been charged in Northern Ireland of involvement in militant activity, three under a rarely used law against "directing terrorism," in one of the highest profile roundups of its kind in the province in recent years. Five were charged on Friday and two more …
Troubled freighter drifts toward Great Barrier Reef AFP - 1 hr 7 mins ago
A broken-down cargo ship was drifting towards Australia's Great Barrier Reef Saturday, with fears of major damage if it were to run aground at the World Heritage-listed site.
Iraq anti-terror officer, family shot dead AFP - 4 hrs ago
An Iraqi anti-terror officer, his wife and three children have been shot dead by gunmen in north Baghdad, security and medical officials said on Saturday.
In Colorado, same-sex marriage remains a hot issue AP - 3 hrs ago
Minutes after President Barack Obama announced he supported gay marriage, the Democratic governor of Colorado choked back tears in Denver as he ordered state lawmakers to reconsider a civil-unions measure that Republicans had defeated the day before.
Clemens lawyer attacks key piece of evidence AP - 4 hrs ago
Attacking key prosecution evidence, Roger Clemens' lawyer went through the items in a Miller Lite beer can one at a time and tried to cast doubt on the syringes and medical waste allegedly used to inject the famous pitcher with performance-enhancing drugs.
Seven charged in major roundup of Irish militant suspects Reuters - 1 hr 2 mins ago
LISBURN, Northern Ireland (Reuters) - Seven Irish nationalists have been charged in Northern Ireland of involvement in militant activity, three under a rarely used law against "directing terrorism," in one of the highest profile roundups of its kind in the province in recent years. Five were charged on Friday and two more …
Police nab airline pilot with loaded gun in luggage Reuters - 10 hrs ago
BUFFALO, New York (Reuters) - An airline pilot was arrested Friday morning at Buffalo Niagara International Airport after security screeners discovered a loaded revolver in his baggage. Brett Dieter, 52, of Barbersville, Virginia, arrived at the upstate New York airport Friday to pilot a flight to New York City's LaGuardia …
Ultra-Orthodox Jews plan huge NYC meeting on Internet risks AP - 11 hrs ago
Ultra-Orthodox Jews who believe that the Internet threatens their way of life have rented the New York Mets' stadium for an unprecedented gathering on how to use modern technology in a religiously appropriate way.
Man with record-breaking 14-foot mustache has some grooming tips The Sideshow - 17 hrs ago
Ram Singh Chauhan of India has the world's longest mustache, 14 feet, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Chauhan had received attention long before entering the world record books. According to the London Telegraph, his famous facial hair was featured in the 1983 James Bond film "Octopussy" and he has made …

Sports News

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Injured Williams confident for French Open Reuters - 1 hr 37 mins ago
ROME (Reuters) - Serena Williams said she expected to be 100 percent fit for next week's French Open despite withdrawing from the Italian Open on Saturday because of a back injury. More »Injured Williams confident for French Open
ROME (Reuters) - Serena Williams said she expected to be 100 percent fit for next week's French Open despite withdrawing from the Italian Open on Saturday because of a back injury.
Japan claim fifth straight Asian rugby title AFP - 1 hr 45 mins ago
Japan claimed their fifth straight Asian Five Nations title on Saturday when they smashed Hong Kong 67-0 in Tokyo to remain unbeaten in the five-year history of the competition. More »Japan claim fifth straight Asian rugby title
Japan claimed their fifth straight Asian Five Nations title on Saturday when they smashed Hong Kong 67-0 in Tokyo to remain unbeaten in the five-year history of the competition.
At Preakness, no one knows how horses will rebound AP - 1 hr 49 mins ago
Judging by his appetite and appearance, Bodemeister has rebounded nicely from his vigorous trip in the Kentucky Derby and is ready to shine at the Preakness. More »At Preakness, no one knows how horses will rebound
Judging by his appetite and appearance, Bodemeister has rebounded nicely from his vigorous trip in the Kentucky Derby and is ready to shine at the Preakness.
Money troubles raising corruption risk in football AFP - 1 hr 54 mins ago
There are thousands of players like Mario Cizmek in football, professionals who never fulfilled their early promise yet whose passion for the game takes them to unfashionable clubs to earn a living from … More »Money troubles raising corruption risk in football
There are thousands of players like Mario Cizmek in football, professionals who never fulfilled their early promise yet whose passion for the game takes them to unfashionable clubs to earn a living from the game they love.
Ireland boxer Taylor retains world title AFP - 2 hrs 19 mins ago
Ireland's boxing queen Katie Taylor will battle for a historic Olympic gold as the world number one after she claimed her fourth consecutive lightweight title on Saturday. More »Ireland boxer Taylor retains world title
Ireland's boxing queen Katie Taylor will battle for a historic Olympic gold as the world number one after she claimed her fourth consecutive lightweight title on Saturday.
Williams withdraws from Rome Masters AFP - 2 hrs 33 mins ago
Serena Williams on Saturday withdrew prior to her Rome Masters semi-final with a lower back injury, the WTA said in a tweet. More »Williams withdraws from Rome Masters
Serena Williams on Saturday withdrew prior to her Rome Masters semi-final with a lower back injury, the WTA said in a tweet.
76ers stun Celtics 92-83 in Game 4 to even series AP - 2 hrs 45 mins ago
Andre Iguodala squared up for a 3-pointer from the wing like he had hundreds of times in his career. More »76ers stun Celtics 92-83 in Game 4 to even series
Andre Iguodala squared up for a 3-pointer from the wing like he had hundreds of times in his career.
Crusaders thrash Blues after Blackadder volley Reuters - 2 hrs 47 mins ago
(Reuters) - The Canterbury Crusaders responded to the verbal rocket they received from coach Todd Blackadder earlier in the week by clinically demolishing the Auckland Blues 59-12 in their Super Rugby … More »Crusaders thrash Blues after Blackadder volley
(Reuters) - The Canterbury Crusaders responded to the verbal rocket they received from coach Todd Blackadder earlier in the week by clinically demolishing the Auckland Blues 59-12 in their Super Rugby match in Christchurch on Saturday. The normally measured Blackadder, not prone to verbal outbursts, ripped into the seven-times …
Kobe leads Lakers past Thunder in 99-96 thriller AP - 3 hrs ago
With their Game 2 collapse still fresh in their minds, the Los Angeles Lakers avoided a sequel with the only game plan they're confident will work against the younger, faster Oklahoma City Thunder. More »Kobe leads Lakers past Thunder in 99-96 thriller
With their Game 2 collapse still fresh in their minds, the Los Angeles Lakers avoided a sequel with the only game plan they're confident will work against the younger, faster Oklahoma City Thunder.
At Preakness, no one knows how horses with rebound AP - 3 hrs ago
Judging by his appetite and appearance, Bodemeister has rebounded nicely from his vigorous trip in the Kentucky Derby and is ready to shine at the Preakness. More »At Preakness, no one knows how horses with rebound
Judging by his appetite and appearance, Bodemeister has rebounded nicely from his vigorous trip in the Kentucky Derby and is ready to shine at the Preakness.
Rafael replaces Alves in Brazil squad Reuters - 3 hrs ago
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Manchester United right back Rafael was called up by Brazil on Friday to take the place of injured Barcelona defender Daniel Alves. Rafael was included in coach Mano Menezes' … More »Rafael replaces Alves in Brazil squad
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Manchester United right back Rafael was called up by Brazil on Friday to take the place of injured Barcelona defender Daniel Alves. Rafael was included in coach Mano Menezes' squad for four friendlies taking place this month and next, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said. His inclusion …
Bayern aiming for rare home final success Reuters - 3 hrs ago
MUNICH (Reuters) - Bayern Munich take on Chelsea in the Champions League final later on Saturday, with the Germans hoping to become European kings for the fifth time and the English attempting to reach … More »Bayern aiming for rare home final success
MUNICH (Reuters) - Bayern Munich take on Chelsea in the Champions League final later on Saturday, with the Germans hoping to become European kings for the fifth time and the English attempting to reach the pinnacle of the game for the first time ever. Both teams have a string of suspensions, with Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes …
All Blacks winger Jane out for six weeks with ankle injury Reuters - 3 hrs ago
(Reuters) - All Blacks winger Cory Jane is expected to miss the test seris against Ireland in June after being ruled out for up to six weeks with an ankle sprain, his Super Rugby franchise the Wellington … More »All Blacks winger Jane out for six weeks with ankle injury
(Reuters) - All Blacks winger Cory Jane is expected to miss the test seris against Ireland in June after being ruled out for up to six weeks with an ankle sprain, his Super Rugby franchise the Wellington Hurricanes said on Saturday. The All Blacks host Declan Kidney's team for three tests on June 9 in Auckland, June 16 …
O'Neill ends Gordon's Sunderland misery AFP - 4 hrs ago
Scottish international Craig Gordon's nightmare spell at English Premier League side Sunderland ended on Saturday when he was released by Martin O'Neill just five years after being signed for a British … More »O'Neill ends Gordon's Sunderland misery
Scottish international Craig Gordon's nightmare spell at English Premier League side Sunderland ended on Saturday when he was released by Martin O'Neill just five years after being signed for a British record fee for a goalkeeper.
Column: Baffert's silence could speak volumes AP - 4 hrs ago
One good thing about losing the Kentucky Derby is that nobody wants much of your time for two solid weeks. More »Column: Baffert's silence could speak volumes
One good thing about losing the Kentucky Derby is that nobody wants much of your time for two solid weeks.
Clemens lawyer attacks key piece of evidence AP - 4 hrs ago
Attacking key prosecution evidence, Roger Clemens' lawyer went through the items in a Miller Lite beer can one at a time and tried to cast doubt on the syringes and medical waste allegedly used to inject … More »Clemens lawyer attacks key piece of evidence
Attacking key prosecution evidence, Roger Clemens' lawyer went through the items in a Miller Lite beer can one at a time and tried to cast doubt on the syringes and medical waste allegedly used to inject the famous pitcher with performance-enhancing drugs.
London 2012 Olympic torch relay starts AFP - 4 hrs ago
Sailor Ben Ainslie was the first torchbearer as the Olympic flame began its 70-day journey around Britain and Ireland on Saturday ahead of the 2012 London Games. More »London 2012 Olympic torch relay starts
Sailor Ben Ainslie was the first torchbearer as the Olympic flame began its 70-day journey around Britain and Ireland on Saturday ahead of the 2012 London Games.
London 2012 Olympic torch relay starts in Britain AFP - 4 hrs ago
Sailor Ben Ainslie was the first torchbearer as the Olympic flame began its 70-day journey around Britain and Ireland on Saturday ahead of the 2012 London Games. More »London 2012 Olympic torch relay starts in Britain
Sailor Ben Ainslie was the first torchbearer as the Olympic flame began its 70-day journey around Britain and Ireland on Saturday ahead of the 2012 London Games.
LA Lakers beat Oklahoma City in NBA playoff series AFP - 5 hrs ago
Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunder their first loss of the 2012 playoffs. More »LA Lakers beat Oklahoma City in NBA playoff series
Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunder their first loss of the 2012 playoffs.
Last four teams battle for World ice hockey final berth AFP - 5 hrs ago
Finland, Russia, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are preparing to do battle for a place in the ice hockey world championship final, guaranteeing the title for a European nation after the USA and Canada … More »Last four teams battle for World ice hockey final berth
Finland, Russia, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are preparing to do battle for a place in the ice hockey world championship final, guaranteeing the title for a European nation after the USA and Canada crashed out.
Lakers avoid 0-3 hole as Sixers tie series Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Kobe Bryant refused to let a second successive game slip through his fingers as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 99-96 in a cliffhanger on Friday to avoid going down 3-0 … More »Lakers avoid 0-3 hole as Sixers tie series
(Reuters) - Kobe Bryant refused to let a second successive game slip through his fingers as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 99-96 in a cliffhanger on Friday to avoid going down 3-0 in their NBA playoff series. Bryant endured a 9-for-25 shooting night to score 36 points, including eight of his team's …
Bodemeister favored over Derby champ AFP - 6 hrs ago
While Kentucky Derby runner-up Bodemeister is the oddsmakers' favorite for Saturday's 137th Preakness, the trainer of Derby winner I'll Have Another is confident of victory. More »Bodemeister favored over Derby champ
While Kentucky Derby runner-up Bodemeister is the oddsmakers' favorite for Saturday's 137th Preakness, the trainer of Derby winner I'll Have Another is confident of victory.
Leinster look to Kearney brothers for Euro rugby glory AFP - 6 hrs ago
Rob and Dave Kearney are dreaming of joining the elite band of "Brothers in Arms" who have celebrated European rugby glory fighting for the same cause. More »Leinster look to Kearney brothers for Euro rugby glory
Rob and Dave Kearney are dreaming of joining the elite band of "Brothers in Arms" who have celebrated European rugby glory fighting for the same cause.
Chelsea, Bayern face off in Champions League final AFP - 7 hrs ago
Bayern Munich and Chelsea were gearing for their Champions League final showdown Saturday as the Bavarian capital buzzed with anticipation ahead of the biggest game in club football. More »Chelsea, Bayern face off in Champions League final
Bayern Munich and Chelsea were gearing for their Champions League final showdown Saturday as the Bavarian capital buzzed with anticipation ahead of the biggest game in club football.
West Ham will handle play-off pressure: Allardyce AFP - 7 hrs ago
Sam Allardyce insists his West Ham stars can cope with the pressure of facing Blackpool with a lucrative place in the Premier League on the line in Saturday's Championship play-off final at Wembley. More »West Ham will handle play-off pressure: Allardyce
Sam Allardyce insists his West Ham stars can cope with the pressure of facing Blackpool with a lucrative place in the Premier League on the line in Saturday's Championship play-off final at Wembley.

Business News

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Facebook falls flat in public debut AP - 15 hrs ago
After all the hype, Facebook's first day as a public company ended where it began. More »Facebook falls flat in public debut
After all the hype, Facebook's first day as a public company ended where it began.
Europe thinks the unthinkable on Greece Reuters - 16 hrs ago
BRUSSELS/LONDON (Reuters) - European officials are working on contingency plans in case Greece bombs out of the euro zone, the EU's trade commissioner said on Friday, … More »Europe thinks the unthinkable on Greece
BRUSSELS/LONDON (Reuters) - European officials are working on contingency plans in case Greece bombs out of the euro zone, the EU's trade commissioner said on Friday, as European share prices tumbled and Germany warned of continuing financial turmoil. German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble, one of Greece's harsher critics, …
Facebook stock closes nearly flat in debut AP - 13 hrs ago
It was barely a "like" and definitely not a "love" from Facebook investors as the online social network's stock failed to live up to the hype in its trading debut F … More »Facebook stock closes nearly flat in debut
It was barely a "like" and definitely not a "love" from Facebook investors as the online social network's stock failed to live up to the hype in its trading debut Friday.
Messy Facebook debut marks weak day on Wall Street Reuters - 3 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks fell on Friday after a sloppy debut by Facebook Inc spoiled hopes that a spectacular open for the most-anticipated stock sale in years … More »Messy Facebook debut marks weak day on Wall Street
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks fell on Friday after a sloppy debut by Facebook Inc spoiled hopes that a spectacular open for the most-anticipated stock sale in years would brighten the mood in what has been a gloomy month for equity markets. Shares of Facebook, the social networking giant, were volatile in the busiest …
Iran, Syria among top for G-8 and NATO AP - 8 hrs ago
President Barack Obama and leaders of other major industrial powers grappled Friday with options to solidify world resolve against development of an Iranian nuclear … More »Iran, Syria among top for G-8 and NATO
President Barack Obama and leaders of other major industrial powers grappled Friday with options to solidify world resolve against development of an Iranian nuclear bomb and encourage a more forceful response to worsening violence in Syria.
Quebec passes law in effort to end daily protests AP - 10 hrs ago
Quebec's provincial government passed an emergency law Friday that sets restrictions on demonstrations and shuts some universities as the government seeks to end three … More »Quebec passes law in effort to end daily protests
Quebec's provincial government passed an emergency law Friday that sets restrictions on demonstrations and shuts some universities as the government seeks to end three months of demonstrations against tuition hikes.
G-8 leaders put focus on European financial crisis AP - 3 mins 23 secs ago
Leaders of the world's economic powers say Germany should balance its push for European fiscal austerity with doses of stimulus spending to avoid a financial calamity … More »G-8 leaders put focus on European financial crisis
Leaders of the world's economic powers say Germany should balance its push for European fiscal austerity with doses of stimulus spending to avoid a financial calamity with global repercussions.
Wall St Week Ahead: The market is oversold, but major signs say "sell" Reuters - 14 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Normally a big decline would set up Wall Street for a technical rebound. But that may not be the case next week, even after the market posted its … More »Wall St Week Ahead: The market is oversold, but major signs say "sell"
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Normally a big decline would set up Wall Street for a technical rebound. But that may not be the case next week, even after the market posted its worst weekly loss for the year and the S&P fell for six straight sessions. With the corporate earnings season drawing to an end and recent U.S. economic data …
Global leaders seek to corral Europe crisis AP - 17 hrs ago
The leaders of eight of the world's biggest economies meet this weekend outside Washington, seeking to keep Europe's debt crisis from spiraling out of control and jeopardizing … More »Global leaders seek to corral Europe crisis
The leaders of eight of the world's biggest economies meet this weekend outside Washington, seeking to keep Europe's debt crisis from spiraling out of control and jeopardizing fledgling recoveries in the U.S. and elsewhere.
CFTC opens probe into JPMorgan trading loss: source Reuters - 8 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has opened an investigation into possible wrongdoing at JPMorgan Chase & Co in connection with the bank's … More »CFTC opens probe into JPMorgan trading loss: source
(Reuters) - The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has opened an investigation into possible wrongdoing at JPMorgan Chase & Co in connection with the bank's multi-billion-dollar trading loss, a source familiar with the probe told Reuters. The agency will soon disclose the existence of the investigation, the source …
UK surveillance program could expose private lives AP - 15 hrs ago
British officials have given their word: "We won't read your emails." More »UK surveillance program could expose private lives
British officials have given their word: "We won't read your emails."
Dewey to consider bankruptcy filing: source Reuters - 9 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Ailing law firm Dewey & LeBoeuf is considering a bankruptcy filing as new debtholders take a more aggressive track, shifting away from earlier attempts … More »Dewey to consider bankruptcy filing: source
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Ailing law firm Dewey & LeBoeuf is considering a bankruptcy filing as new debtholders take a more aggressive track, shifting away from earlier attempts at an out-of-court liquidation, a person familiar with the matter said on Friday. The majority of Dewey's partners have quit as a result of concerns …
Banks' rising bad loans add to Spanish troubles Reuters - 16 hrs ago
MADRID (Reuters) - Spanish banks' bad loans rose in March to their highest in 18 years, underscoring the problems facing the government as it drafts in independent auditors … More »Banks' rising bad loans add to Spanish troubles
MADRID (Reuters) - Spanish banks' bad loans rose in March to their highest in 18 years, underscoring the problems facing the government as it drafts in independent auditors in an attempt to reassure investors it can clean up the sector. The Bank of Spain said bad loans rose to 8.37 percent of banks' outstanding loans, the …
U.S. says will bar some Motorola Mobility phones Reuters - 13 hrs ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Some Motorola Mobility smartphones infringe on a Microsoft patent and will be barred from importation to the United States, a U.S. trade panel … More »U.S. says will bar some Motorola Mobility phones
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Some Motorola Mobility smartphones infringe on a Microsoft patent and will be barred from importation to the United States, a U.S. trade panel said on Friday. The order by the U.S. International Trade Commission has been sent to President Barack Obama, who has 60 days to consider whether to overturn …
Facebook stock debut fails to sizzle AP - 14 hrs ago
It was barely a "like" and definitely not a "love" from Facebook investors as the online social network's stock failed to live up to the hype in its trading debut F … More »Facebook stock debut fails to sizzle
It was barely a "like" and definitely not a "love" from Facebook investors as the online social network's stock failed to live up to the hype in its trading debut Friday.
Galleon prosecutor aims to cement legacy in Gupta trial Reuters - 16 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - It was during a quiet afternoon in the sixth week of the insider-trading trial of hedge fund billionaire Raj Rajaratnam that prosecutor Reed Brodsky … More »Galleon prosecutor aims to cement legacy in Gupta trial
NEW YORK (Reuters) - It was during a quiet afternoon in the sixth week of the insider-trading trial of hedge fund billionaire Raj Rajaratnam that prosecutor Reed Brodsky sprang one of those rare surprises usually seen only in the movie version of a courtroom drama. Brodsky, a federal prosecutor since 2004, seemed to catch …
Greek politics, Spain banks test eurozone survival AP - 14 hrs ago
Chaos in Greek politics and Spanish banking combined this week to underscore just how fragile Europe's economy remains after an eviscerating austerity regime that has … More »Greek politics, Spain banks test eurozone survival
Chaos in Greek politics and Spanish banking combined this week to underscore just how fragile Europe's economy remains after an eviscerating austerity regime that has spawned unemployment, desperation and misery. And there is no respite in sight, as Germany's finance minister predicted Friday that the crisis could last …
Morgan Stanley made big bet on Facebook Reuters - 10 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lead Facebook Inc underwriter Morgan Stanley took a bet earlier this week when it increased the size of the social networking firm's $16 billion … More »Morgan Stanley made big bet on Facebook
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lead Facebook Inc underwriter Morgan Stanley took a bet earlier this week when it increased the size of the social networking firm's $16 billion initial public offering and it boosted the price. Thanks to massive hype surrounding Facebook's historic public offering, the wager looked safe. But a rocky …
Highlights from Facebook's debut AP - 12 hrs ago
Facebook's debut on the stock market was preceded by epic hype, delayed by a technical glitch and tracked minute-by-minute by investors around the world. In the end, … More »Highlights from Facebook's debut
Facebook's debut on the stock market was preceded by epic hype, delayed by a technical glitch and tracked minute-by-minute by investors around the world. In the end, the fuss was over a gain of 23 cents.
Scramble for Facebook stock ends in "Face-flop" Reuters - 15 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - On Monday, 74-year-old Betty Tanguilig told her financial adviser to liquidate a $400,000 account and put all the proceeds into Facebook Inc IPO … More »Scramble for Facebook stock ends in "Face-flop"
NEW YORK (Reuters) - On Monday, 74-year-old Betty Tanguilig told her financial adviser to liquidate a $400,000 account and put all the proceeds into Facebook Inc IPO shares. Her adviser, Alan Haft, agreed to sell only $46,000 of the $400,000 account, one of several the retiree has. But at about 6:00 a.m. EDT Friday, Haft …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - May 19, 2012

Gratitude is merely the secret hope of further favors.: Francois de La Rochefoucauld (1613 - 1680)
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Idealism is what precedes experience; cynicism is what follows.: David T. Wolf (1943 - )
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Life is a fatal complaint, and an eminently contagious one.: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809 - 1894), "The Poet at the Breakfast-Table", 1872
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I don't know anything about music. In my line you don't have to.: Elvis Presley (1935 - 1977)
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