Britain remains stuck in a record recession, official data showed on Wednesday, but economists forecast a return to growth before the end of the year ahead of a general election.
The economy shrank by 0.3 percent in the third quarter, compared with output in the previous three months, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said in a statement.
This was an improvement on an initial ONS estimate given last month that said the economy had contracted by 0.4 percent between July and September.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin dies at 85
The Washington Wizards played the Philadelphia 76ers in a neighborhood that was torched during the 1968 riots.
Now it's an area known for shops, restaurants, shows and sports. There's a street called "Abe Pollin Way" and a state-of-the-art arena known as the Verizon Center, all legacies of the man who risked his fortune on a project that would revitalize a troubled part of town.
Tuesday night's scene was just as Pollin would have liked it, right down to the Wizards' 108-107 victory, which came hours after he died at the age of 85.
Now it's an area known for shops, restaurants, shows and sports. There's a street called "Abe Pollin Way" and a state-of-the-art arena known as the Verizon Center, all legacies of the man who risked his fortune on a project that would revitalize a troubled part of town.
Tuesday night's scene was just as Pollin would have liked it, right down to the Wizards' 108-107 victory, which came hours after he died at the age of 85.
LSE first-half net profit drops 40 percent
The London Stock Exchange PLC posted a 40 percent drop in first-half earnings on Wednesday on the back of lower trading and warned that market conditions remain uncertain.
The bourse reported net profit of 49.3 million pounds ($82.4 million) for the six months ended Sept. 30, down from 81.7 million pounds a year ago.
Revenues fell 9 percent to 310.9 million pounds, from 342.5 million pounds, as the exchange was also hit by increased competition.
The bourse reported net profit of 49.3 million pounds ($82.4 million) for the six months ended Sept. 30, down from 81.7 million pounds a year ago.
Revenues fell 9 percent to 310.9 million pounds, from 342.5 million pounds, as the exchange was also hit by increased competition.
Tiffany & Co. 3Q profit dips; domestic sales fall
Tiffany & Co.'s third-quarter profit dipped 1 percent, partly on weaker U.S. sales as shoppers continued to curb their discretionary spending, the company said Wednesday.
Still, the luxury-goods seller known for its signature blue box lifted its full-year earnings and sales outlooks as it continued to tighten inventory and cut costs. It said U.S. sales declines are slowing and overseas sales are coming in better than expected.
The luxury sector has seen sales drop sharply during the recession, with shoppers cutting back on big-ticket items like expensive jewelry. But with signs that the economy is improving, Tiffany's quarterly performance bodes well, as it was above the retailer's expectations.
Still, the luxury-goods seller known for its signature blue box lifted its full-year earnings and sales outlooks as it continued to tighten inventory and cut costs. It said U.S. sales declines are slowing and overseas sales are coming in better than expected.
The luxury sector has seen sales drop sharply during the recession, with shoppers cutting back on big-ticket items like expensive jewelry. But with signs that the economy is improving, Tiffany's quarterly performance bodes well, as it was above the retailer's expectations.
GM says main plant in Germany crucial to its plans
Germany – General Motors Co.'s top European official underlined the future importance of Opel's biggest German plant on Wednesday, while reiterating that there likely will be up to 9,500 jobs cut across the continent.
The Ruesselsheim factory in western Germany is not only a manufacturing plant but also a development center for Opel, Nick Reilly said after meeting with the governor of Hesse state, Roland Koch.
The fact that GM Europe is relocating its headquarters from Zurich to Ruesselsheim is "an indication of how important we believe this site will be," Reilly said.
He declined to give details of plans for the future of other Opel sites other than repeating that a restructuring plan is expected to bring up to 9,500 job cuts across Europe.
The Ruesselsheim factory in western Germany is not only a manufacturing plant but also a development center for Opel, Nick Reilly said after meeting with the governor of Hesse state, Roland Koch.
The fact that GM Europe is relocating its headquarters from Zurich to Ruesselsheim is "an indication of how important we believe this site will be," Reilly said.
He declined to give details of plans for the future of other Opel sites other than repeating that a restructuring plan is expected to bring up to 9,500 job cuts across Europe.
World stocks buoyed by Fed but dollar slides
World stock markets rose Wednesday after the U.S. Federal Reserve indicated that interest rates will remain at super-low levels for a while yet. Meanwhile, the dollar slid to a ten-month low against the yen after the central bank said the currency's decline had been "orderly."
In Europe, the FTSE 100 index of leading British shares was up 28.89 points, or 0.5 percent, at 5,352.85 while Germany's DAX rose 29.89 points, or 0.5 percent, to 5,799.20. The CAC-40 in France was 24.87 points, or 0.7 percent, higher at 3,809.49.
Earlier, Japan's Nikkei 225 stock average advanced 40.06, or 0.4 percent, to 9,441.64 — its first rise in five days. And China's Shanghai benchmark rebounded from a big retreat the day before, closing up 66.64 points, or 2.1 percent, at 3,290.17.
In Europe, the FTSE 100 index of leading British shares was up 28.89 points, or 0.5 percent, at 5,352.85 while Germany's DAX rose 29.89 points, or 0.5 percent, to 5,799.20. The CAC-40 in France was 24.87 points, or 0.7 percent, higher at 3,809.49.
Earlier, Japan's Nikkei 225 stock average advanced 40.06, or 0.4 percent, to 9,441.64 — its first rise in five days. And China's Shanghai benchmark rebounded from a big retreat the day before, closing up 66.64 points, or 2.1 percent, at 3,290.17.
AP NewsBreak: Toyota to replace 3.8M gas pedals
Toyota Motor Corp. will replace gas pedals on 3.8 million recalled vehicles in the United States to address problems with sudden acceleration or the pedal becoming stuck in the floor mat, The Associated Press has learned.
As a temporary step, Toyota will have dealers shorten the length of the gas pedals beginning in January while the company develops replacement pedals for their vehicles, the Transportation Department said in a statement provided to the AP. New pedals will be available beginning in April, and some vehicles will have brake override systems installed as a precaution.
As a temporary step, Toyota will have dealers shorten the length of the gas pedals beginning in January while the company develops replacement pedals for their vehicles, the Transportation Department said in a statement provided to the AP. New pedals will be available beginning in April, and some vehicles will have brake override systems installed as a precaution.
Obama expects support for more Afghanistan troops
President Barack Obama expects Americans to support sending tens of thousands more U.S. troops to Afghanistan once they understand the perils of losing, and he is preparing to make his case to the nation next week.
Eight years after the Sept. 11 attacks led the U.S. into Afghanistan, Obama said it is still in America's vital national interest to "dismantle and destroy" al-Qaida terrorists and extremist allies. "I intend to finish the job," he said.
Military officials expect an infusion of approximately 32,000 to 35,000 troops to begin in February or March, the largest expansion since the beginning of the war and one that could bring the cost above $75 billion annually.
Obama said he would announce after Thanksgiving his decision on additional troops, and military, congressional and other sources said the occasion would be a Tuesday night televised speech laying out his plans for expanding the Afghan conflict — and then ultimately ending America's military role.
Eight years after the Sept. 11 attacks led the U.S. into Afghanistan, Obama said it is still in America's vital national interest to "dismantle and destroy" al-Qaida terrorists and extremist allies. "I intend to finish the job," he said.
Military officials expect an infusion of approximately 32,000 to 35,000 troops to begin in February or March, the largest expansion since the beginning of the war and one that could bring the cost above $75 billion annually.
Obama said he would announce after Thanksgiving his decision on additional troops, and military, congressional and other sources said the occasion would be a Tuesday night televised speech laying out his plans for expanding the Afghan conflict — and then ultimately ending America's military role.
Pakistan charges seven suspects over Mumbai attacks
A court in Pakistan has charged seven people in connection with last year's attacks in the Indian city of Mumbai.
They include the alleged mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi.
Mr Lakhvi and the other suspects were charged under Pakistan's anti-terrorism act and criminal code. All seven have pleaded not guilty, their lawyers say.
More than 170 people, including nine gunmen, were killed in the attacks in November. Nine other suspects have been charged in absentia.
Some of those are thought to be at large in Pakistan - others overseas.
They include the alleged mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi.
Mr Lakhvi and the other suspects were charged under Pakistan's anti-terrorism act and criminal code. All seven have pleaded not guilty, their lawyers say.
More than 170 people, including nine gunmen, were killed in the attacks in November. Nine other suspects have been charged in absentia.
Some of those are thought to be at large in Pakistan - others overseas.
Michelle Obama racist image sparks Google apology
Google has apologised over a racially offensive picture of Michelle Obama which appears when users search for images of the US first lady.
The image comes top of Google Images search results for "Michelle Obama".
Google placed a notice over the picture titled "Offensive Search Results", saying: "Sometimes our search results can be offensive. We agree."
The image comes top of Google Images search results for "Michelle Obama".
Google placed a notice over the picture titled "Offensive Search Results", saying: "Sometimes our search results can be offensive. We agree."
UN-backed forces 'failing' in DR Congo rebel fight
UN-backed operations against rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have failed, a leaked report says.
The document, seen by the BBC, says mineral resources are being plundered with impunity and there has been a new surge of rapes and killings.
It says UN forces supporting Congolese government troops have failed to stop supply lines to Rwandan-Hutu rebels.
The document, seen by the BBC, says mineral resources are being plundered with impunity and there has been a new surge of rapes and killings.
It says UN forces supporting Congolese government troops have failed to stop supply lines to Rwandan-Hutu rebels.
Wary consumers, rising unemployment snag recovery
The economy is not growing as fast as the government first thought and the recovery still faces significant obstacles, including households nervous about spending and rising unemployment.
Economists expect new reports Wednesday to give a better picture of how things are shaping up for the final three months of the year.
New filings for unemployment benefits likely will show a slight improvement while consumer spending should post a rebound in October after an auto-related plunge in September. Sales of new homes are expected to grow, propelled by first-time buyers taking advantage of a special tax credit.
Economists expect new reports Wednesday to give a better picture of how things are shaping up for the final three months of the year.
New filings for unemployment benefits likely will show a slight improvement while consumer spending should post a rebound in October after an auto-related plunge in September. Sales of new homes are expected to grow, propelled by first-time buyers taking advantage of a special tax credit.
Authorities: Hanged Ky. census worker killed self
When an eastern Kentucky census worker was found naked, bound with duct tape and hanging from a tree with "fed" scrawled on his chest, suspicion fell on the hardscrabble Appalachian area where bad news seems like a way of life.
Perhaps Bill Sparkman had been a victim of violent anti-government sentiment in an area known for a rampant drug trade and where "revenuer" is still a dirty word.
Perhaps Bill Sparkman had been a victim of violent anti-government sentiment in an area known for a rampant drug trade and where "revenuer" is still a dirty word.
Salvation Army's iconic kettles now credit ready
There could be less jingle in the Salvation's Army's hallmark red kettles this season. The charity is testing kettles that take debit and credit cards.
The growth of so-called "plastic kettles" comes as fewer shoppers carry cash. Bell ringers who stand outside stores during the holiday season say that more and more shoppers are shaking their heads and smiling as they pass by, apologizing for not having spare change or cash to drop in the red kettles.
The growth of so-called "plastic kettles" comes as fewer shoppers carry cash. Bell ringers who stand outside stores during the holiday season say that more and more shoppers are shaking their heads and smiling as they pass by, apologizing for not having spare change or cash to drop in the red kettles.
Shuttle Atlantis leaves space station, headed home
Shuttle Atlantis undocked from the International Space Station early Wednesday, headed home with one astronaut eager to hold his newborn daughter for the first time and another who's been away from her young son since the summer.
The shuttle departed as the spacecraft soared nearly 220 miles above the Pacific, just northeast of New Guinea. Over the past week, the astronauts stockpiled the outpost and performed maintenance that should keep it running for another five to 10 years.
The shuttle departed as the spacecraft soared nearly 220 miles above the Pacific, just northeast of New Guinea. Over the past week, the astronauts stockpiled the outpost and performed maintenance that should keep it running for another five to 10 years.
Honolulu police posting DUI mug shots on Internet
Mug shots of drunken driving suspects are landing on the Honolulu Police Department's Web site, creating a virtual wall of shame long before suspects get their day in court.
Supporters say the experiment in public humiliation to be launched Wednesday should be used elsewhere in the nation if it reduces the number of drunks on the road.
Critics counter the photo gallery is a heavy-handed tactic that threatens to violate constitutional rights and stain reputations without court convictions.
"We're not trying to embarrass anybody," said police Maj. Thomas Nitta, head of the traffic division. "This is public record, and we want people to be aware of this."
Supporters say the experiment in public humiliation to be launched Wednesday should be used elsewhere in the nation if it reduces the number of drunks on the road.
Critics counter the photo gallery is a heavy-handed tactic that threatens to violate constitutional rights and stain reputations without court convictions.
"We're not trying to embarrass anybody," said police Maj. Thomas Nitta, head of the traffic division. "This is public record, and we want people to be aware of this."
Eleven more bodies found at Philippine massacre site
Philippine security forces found 11 more bodies Wednesday at the site of an election-related massacre in the south of the country, taking the toll to 57 dead, officials said.
Not all have been identified, but 22 of them were believed to be journalists, making Monday's attack the deadliest ever on the media anywhere in the world. Thirty-three of the victims were men and 24 were women, police said.
The government has clamped emergency rule on the province of Maguindanao, where the killings took place, and in adjoining Sultan Kudarat province and Cotabato City. Truckloads of troops were brought to the area Wednesday and armored cars were parked along highways.
Not all have been identified, but 22 of them were believed to be journalists, making Monday's attack the deadliest ever on the media anywhere in the world. Thirty-three of the victims were men and 24 were women, police said.
The government has clamped emergency rule on the province of Maguindanao, where the killings took place, and in adjoining Sultan Kudarat province and Cotabato City. Truckloads of troops were brought to the area Wednesday and armored cars were parked along highways.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
US GDP growth revised down to 2.8%
The US economy grew less than previously thought in the third quarter, while home prices and consumer confidence crept higher, signalling a slow but steady emergence from the recession.
US gross domestic product grew at an adjusted annual rate of 2.8 per cent, the commerce department said on Tuesday, down from a previously estimated expansion of 3.5 per cent, but still breaking a dire stretch of four straight quarters of contraction.
US gross domestic product grew at an adjusted annual rate of 2.8 per cent, the commerce department said on Tuesday, down from a previously estimated expansion of 3.5 per cent, but still breaking a dire stretch of four straight quarters of contraction.
US economic growth revised down
The latest estimate said the economy grew at an annual pace of 2.8%.
That compared with the 3.5% the Department of Commerce initially forecast earlier this month.
The change in the gross domestic product figure came partly because imports, which count as negative, were higher than thought.
Imports increased at an annual rate of 21%, the biggest gain since the second quarter of 1985, and a big jump on the 16% first thought.
US GDP is expressed as an annualised rate, or annual pace, which shows what the annual rate would be if the latest change continued for the rest of the year.
That compared with the 3.5% the Department of Commerce initially forecast earlier this month.
The change in the gross domestic product figure came partly because imports, which count as negative, were higher than thought.
Imports increased at an annual rate of 21%, the biggest gain since the second quarter of 1985, and a big jump on the 16% first thought.
US GDP is expressed as an annualised rate, or annual pace, which shows what the annual rate would be if the latest change continued for the rest of the year.
US home sales boosted by tax credits
Sales of previously-owned US homes jumped by 10.1% in October as buyers rushed to take advantage of tax credits, which have now been extended.
The National Association of Realtors said sales hit a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 6.1 million, up from a revised 5.54 million in September.
First-time buyer tax credits had been due to expire at the end of November, but have been extended until 30 April.
The jump in October home sales was the biggest in almost three years.
It was also much bigger than analysts had expected.
The increase pleased the markets, helping to lift America's main share index, the Dow Jones, up 133 points or 1.3% to close Monday at 10,451.
Low interest rates also helped to boost sales - the association said mortgage rates in October were at their third lowest since 1971.
Gold hits a new all-time high price on dollar weakness
The price of gold has hit a new all-time high, boosted by continued concerns about the weakening dollar.
Gold hit a record of $1,173.50 an ounce, up almost 2% from Friday close.
The expectation that US interest rates will remain low has put pressure on the dollar, making both gold and oil more attractive as an investment.
The price of US light crude oil was up more than $2 a barrel at one point on Monday, before falling back to end the day up nine cents to $77.56.
London Brent oil ended down 26 cents to $77.46 after earlier hitting $78.15 a barrel.
New British Gas billing aimed at cutting estimates
The company says its research has shown that estimated bills are unpopular among its 16 million customers.
Customers, who will also receive a new energy-use monitor, will be asked to submit their monthly readings online or by text.
Watchdog Consumer Focus has welcomed the move but said prices should be cut.
Borders' website suspends book sales
Borders has stopped taking orders for new books on its website while the retailer "is in discussion with potential buyers".
The firm said that existing customer orders are also being delayed but will be fulfilled.
The Borders Entertainment part of the site - which sells DVDs, CDs and electrical items - continues to operate as normal.
Some publishers are also reported to have severed links with the retailer.
British panel begins inquiry on Iraq war
An inquiry investigating Britain's role in the Iraq war kicked off Tuesday with top government advisers testifying that some Bush administration officials were calling for Saddam Hussein's ouster as early as 2001 — long before sanctions were exhausted and two years before the U.S.-led invasion.
Critics hope the hearings, which will call ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair and are billed as the most sweeping inquiry into the conflict, will expose alleged deception in the buildup to fighting. However, they won't apportion blame, or establish criminal or civil liability.
Critics hope the hearings, which will call ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair and are billed as the most sweeping inquiry into the conflict, will expose alleged deception in the buildup to fighting. However, they won't apportion blame, or establish criminal or civil liability.
China executes 2 for role in tainted milk scandal
China executed a dairy farmer and a milk salesman Tuesday, the only two people sentenced to death in a scheme to water down infant formula with an industrial chemical that left at least six children dead and sickened more than 300,000.
The contamination of the milk power with melamine was one of China's worst-ever food safety scandals, and Beijing is eager to prove it has responded swiftly and comprehensively to eliminate the problem — one in a string of food safety scares. When the scandal came to light in September 2008, there were accusations that the government had prevented the news from breaking until after the Olympic Games in Beijing ended.
The contamination of the milk power with melamine was one of China's worst-ever food safety scandals, and Beijing is eager to prove it has responded swiftly and comprehensively to eliminate the problem — one in a string of food safety scares. When the scandal came to light in September 2008, there were accusations that the government had prevented the news from breaking until after the Olympic Games in Beijing ended.
Philippines declares emergency after 46 killed
Philippines – The Philippine president placed two southern provinces under emergency rule Tuesday as security forces unearthed more bodies, pushing the death toll to 46 in some of the deadliest election violence in the nation's history.
Bank of England reveals secret loans to RBS, HBOS
The Bank of England admitted Tuesday that it lent a total of 61.6 billion pounds to Royal Bank of Scotland and HBOS in secret during last year's financial crisis, adding that the cash had been repaid.
Belgian expert looks at other questionable comas
A doctor who discovered that a Belgian man had been wrongly diagnosed as vegetative says he is reexamining dozens of other cases.
Netanyahu: Prisoner swap not a done deal
Israel's prime minister tried on Tuesday to temper expectations that a deal to free an Israeli soldier held by Hamas militants for more than three years was close, despite a rash of reports that serious progress has been made.
Brazil's president urges West to work with Iran
Iran's leader got a welcoming bear hug from the Brazilian president, who urged Western nations to drop threats of punishment over the Iranian nuclear program and instead negotiate a fair solution.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
'Restriction of market demand data creates supply gap at forex market'
The fact that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has stopped making available foreign exchange demand data to the public has created a supply gap, which has in turn put pressure on the inter-bank market. The Financial Market Dealers Association of Nigeria (FMDA) has stated in its October Financial and Economic Report. CBN's report on its twice weekly Wholesale Dutch Auction System (WDAS) only shows how much foreign exchange was supplied and how much was sold, thus leaving the public vacant on the demand-supply curve.
CORRECTED-FOREX-Dollar, yen advance as risk tolerance declines
(Corrects dollar rate in paragraph 10 to 89.02 yen, not 88.02.) * Risk appetite wanes; stocks, commodities decline * U.S. dollar, Japanese yen gain vs euro * Australian, New Zealand dollars fall (Recasts; writes through, updates prices, changes byline) By Nick Olivari NEW YORK, Nov 19 (Reuters) - The dollar and yen rose on Thursday amid revived safe-haven demand for the U.S. and Japanese currencies following a pullback in risk appetite as illustrated by declines in equity and commodity markets. The dollar and commodities are often inversely correlated, with oil, gold and other raw materials.
Metrobank unit puts up forex fund
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Forex reserves still not at comfortable levels
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Obama hits the Great Wall of China
One businessman's vantage point explains more eloquently than words why Barack Obama ran straight into a Great Wall last week when he tried to persuade China to let its currency rise. From his office window overlooking the container port of Ningbo, near Shanghai, Huang Ping watched the collapse of Chinese exports as cranes stood motionless and only a few ships set out to sea. Now he is watching the recovery gathering pace before his eyes. "There was hardly any traffic," the technology manager...
1000 people evacuated after Colombia volcano erupts
A thousand people were evacuated and traffic was stopped after the Galeras volcano erupted
in southern Colombia without causing casualties, officials said.The locals were taken to shelters in Pasto, the capital of Narino department on the border with Ecuador, after authorities put the volcano -- the most active in Colombia -- on red alert to signal an imminent or ongoing eruption.
Some 9,000 people live in the vicinity of the volcano, which erupted at 8:37 pm (local time) on Friday, will be forced to leave their homes and seek refuge in temporary accommodations if the alert is prolonged, the Colombia Institute of Geology and Mining (Ingeominas) said yesterday.
in southern Colombia without causing casualties, officials said.The locals were taken to shelters in Pasto, the capital of Narino department on the border with Ecuador, after authorities put the volcano -- the most active in Colombia -- on red alert to signal an imminent or ongoing eruption.
Some 9,000 people live in the vicinity of the volcano, which erupted at 8:37 pm (local time) on Friday, will be forced to leave their homes and seek refuge in temporary accommodations if the alert is prolonged, the Colombia Institute of Geology and Mining (Ingeominas) said yesterday.
Who Created Major Hasan?
IN the case of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan and the Fort Hood massacre, the verdict has come in. The liberal news media have been found guilty — by the conservative news media — of coddling Major Hasan’s religion, Islam.
Tearful Knox hears prosecutor demand life sentence for her
The agonisingly drawn-out melodrama that is the trial of the American student Amanda Knox and her Italian ex-boyfriend Raffaele Sollecito for the murder of a British student, Meredith Kercher, yesterday entered its emotional final stages.
US health bill to get Senate debate
The US Senate has narrowly voted to hold a full debate on a landmark bill designed to overhaul the country's healthcare provision.
The move was passed 60 votes to 39, after Democrats earlier confirmed they had secured enough votes.
Before the vote, Senator Harry Reid, who introduced the bill, warned Republicans not to "silence a great debate over a great crisis."
The move was passed 60 votes to 39, after Democrats earlier confirmed they had secured enough votes.
Before the vote, Senator Harry Reid, who introduced the bill, warned Republicans not to "silence a great debate over a great crisis."
Life Requested for Student in Italy
Prosecutors on Saturday requested life in prison for an American student and her ex-boyfriend accused in the fatal stabbing of her British roommate during a drug-fueled sex game -- charges the U.S. woman dismissed as ''pure fantasy.''
Health bill clears US Senate test
Invoking the memory of Edward M. Kennedy, Democrats united to push historic health care legislation past a key Senate hurdle over the opposition of Republicans eager to inflict a punishing defeat on President Barack Obama. There was not a vote to spare.
Invoking the memory of Edward M. Kennedy, Democrats united Saturday night to push historic health care legislation past a key Senate hurdle over the o
The Boston Police Department has quietly reviewed the investigation into an 18-year-old Roslindale bombing that left a heroic bomb squad cop dead and maimed another, the Herald has learned.
The rare move comes as the convicted bomber, Alfred W. Trenkler, awaits a response from federal prosecutors on his latest bid for a new trial. Nine days ago, he was abruptly removed from a Bay State prison and is en route to a penitentiary 2,700 miles away.
The rare move comes as the convicted bomber, Alfred W. Trenkler, awaits a response from federal prosecutors on his latest bid for a new trial. Nine days ago, he was abruptly removed from a Bay State prison and is en route to a penitentiary 2,700 miles away.
Historic health care bill clears Senate hurdle
Invoking the memory of Edward M. Kennedy, Democrats united Saturday night to push historic health care legislation past a key Senate hurdle over the opposition of Republicans eager to inflict a punishing defeat on President Barack Obama. There was not a vote to spare.
Canadian woman loses benefits over Facebook photo
A Canadian woman on long-term sick leave says she lost her benefits because of photos on Facebook and she's fighting to get them reinstated.
Nathalie Blanchard has been on leave from her job at IBM in Bromont, Quebec, for the last year.
The Canadian Broadcasting Corp. reported Saturday she was diagnosed with major depression and was receiving monthly sick-leave benefits from insurance giant Manulife.
Nathalie Blanchard has been on leave from her job at IBM in Bromont, Quebec, for the last year.
The Canadian Broadcasting Corp. reported Saturday she was diagnosed with major depression and was receiving monthly sick-leave benefits from insurance giant Manulife.
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