Weekend in Washington yields little on shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — A large chunk of the furloughed federal work force is headed back to the Pentagon, and those who remain at home or are working without paychecks are a step closer to getting back pay once the partial government shutdown ends.
Republicans see shutdown fight shift away from 'Obamacare'
Washington (AFP) - With their leadership clinging to its strategy of demanding changes to the health care law, some rank-and-file Republicans acknowledged Saturday that ending the US government shutdown requires a new game plan.
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By Mark Hosenball and Ghaith Shennib WASHINGTON/TRIPOLI (Reuters) - After U.S. raids in Libya and Somalia that captured an Islamist wanted for bombing U.S. embassies in Africa 15 years ago, Secretary of State John Kerry warned al Qaeda they "can run but they can't hide". Nazih al-Ragye, better…
Parents of missing Maddie encouraged by new inquiry
London (AFP) - The parents of missing British girl Madeleine McCann said on Sunday they were "greatly encouraged" by new information about the disappearance of their daughter on holiday in Portugal in 2007.
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Undefeated Tiger sparks US to Presidents Cup lead
Columbus (AFP) - Tiger Woods and Matt Kuchar won twice Saturday to stay unbeaten as the United States seized a 11 1/2-6 1/2 lead over the Internationals at the storm-hit Presidents Cup.
Tiger bites Oklahoma zoo worker who reached into cage
By Kevin Murphy (Reuters) - A tiger bit a worker at an Oklahoma zoo when she reached into its cage on Saturday and the injured woman had to be airlifted to a hospital for surgery, officials said. The woman, who was not identified, was reported in stable condition, Joe Schreibvogel, owner of the…
Switzerland to vote on $2,800 monthly ‘basic income’ for adults
More than 100,000 residents in Switzerland have signed a petition demanding that the government ensure a minimum monthly income of nearly $2,800 (2,500 Swiss francs) for all adults in the country.
Germany hands over military base to Afghans
BERLIN (AP) — Germany handed Afghanistan's security forces control Sunday of a key military base in the country's northern province of Kunduz, where German troops spent almost a decade as part of the international effort to combat Taliban insurgents.
2 more bikers held in NYC motorcycle-SUV brawl
NEW YORK (AP) — Two more motorcyclists have been taken into police custody in connection with the videotaped beating of a New York City man by a gang of angry bikers.
School tells cop not to wear uniform to pick up his own kids
An elementary school principal in Mesa, Ariz. has asked a police officer not to wear his police uniform or his gun when he picks up his daughter at school, reports local Fox affiliate KSAZ.
No. 17 Baylor has 864 yards in 73-42 win over WVU
WACO, Texas (AP) — Bryce Petty and No. 17 Baylor needed only 40 seconds to score their first touchdown in the Big 12 opener.
Iran calls for new offer from world powers before talks
DUBAI (Reuters) - World powers negotiating with Tehran over its disputed nuclear program must come up with new proposals before talks in Geneva on October 15-16, Iran's foreign minister said. The United States wants Iran to respond to proposals made by world powers in February as a starting point…
Upper Midwest struck by unusual autumn tornadoes, snowstorm
By Greg McCune CHICAGO (Reuters) - The upper Midwest was recovering on Saturday from an unusual autumn wallop from a fierce snowstorm that trapped dozens of people in vehicles in western South Dakota and a swarm of tornadoes that left at least 15 people injured in rural Nebraska and Iowa. More than…
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AdChoices JCPenney®SponsoredMyanmar's ancient temple city faces modern danger
Bagan (Myanmar) (AFP) - The spires of Bagan have survived wars, earthquakes and centuries of tropical sun, but in recent years Myanmar's ancient capital has faced a distinctly modern threat -- scaffolding and cement.
Neighbor struck by bullet in Southwest Philadelphia standoff
A standoff in Southwest Philadelphia has ended with a man in custody and a neighbor hospitalized.
Another arrest in motorcycle gang beating on New York highway
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A third suspect was arrested on Saturday for his alleged role in last weekend's attack on an SUV driver who was chased for miles along a Manhattan highway by dozens of bikers, police said. The arrest of Reginald Chance, 37, of Brooklyn, New York, came a week after bikers chased…
Red Sox pound Price to seize 2-0 series lead
Boston (AFP) - The Boston Red Sox rolled over the Tampa Bay Rays in a second-straight game Saturday, winning 7-4 and getting closer to advancing to the American League Championship Series.
Kenyan CCTV footage shows Westgate gunmen
Nairobi (AFP) - With chilling nonchalance, gunmen who massacred at least 67 people wander through Kenya's Westgate mall, seen for the first time in security camera footage providing possible vital evidence to investigators.
Petronas to build $35bn LNG plant in Canada
Kuala Lumpur (AFP) - Petronas will embark on a $35 billion liquid natural gas (LNG) project in Canada following the reversal of Ottawa's decision to block the Malaysian national oil company's purchase of Canadian gas producer Progress Energy Resources.
