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China quake victims flee 'flood'
Aid efforts in the quake-hit city of Beichuan halt after reports of a river bursting its banks spark widespread panic. Sat, 17 May 2008 13:28:56 GMT
Burma 'guilty of inhuman action'
UK PM Gordon Brown accuses Burma's rulers of neglecting their own people by blocking aid to cyclone survivors. Sat, 17 May 2008 14:08:15 GMT
'Plot' delays Tsvangirai return
Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai postpones a return to Zimbabwe due to fears about an alleged plot to kill him. Sat, 17 May 2008 11:55:32 GMT
Pakistan Afghan ambassador freed
Pakistan's envoy to Afghanistan, abducted by suspected Taleban militants in February, is released. Sat, 17 May 2008 06:44:10 GMT
Bush in Egypt for Mid-East talks
US President George Bush arrives in Egypt for talks with Arab leaders on the Middle East peace process. Sat, 17 May 2008 12:09:24 GMT
Spain arrests 'prolific' hackers
Spanish police arrest five hackers they describe as being among the most active on the internet. Sat, 17 May 2008 11:26:38 GMT
Carey makes new Iraq hostage plea
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey makes a renewed appeal for the release of five British hostages in Iraq. Sat, 17 May 2008 02:13:07 GMT
Pioneering US winemaker dies
Robert Mondavi, who helped put Californian Cabernets and Chardonnays on the world map, dies at the age of 94. Sat, 17 May 2008 00:41:00 GMT
Windsor ready for royal wedding
Princess Anne's son, Peter Phillips, is to marry Canadian management consultant Autumn Kelly at Windsor Castle. Sat, 17 May 2008 01:12:24 GMT
A cat-and-mouse chase causes 72-hour blackout in Albania
Albania's main electricity provider blames a cat chasing a mouse for a 72-hour blackout. Fri, 16 May 2008 18:31:15 GMT  CNN.com
Bin Laden urges Muslims to liberate Palestine
Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden -- in a blunt new message that coincides with Israel's 60th anniversary -- urged his followers to liberate Palestine, a terrorism analyst told CNN today. Bin Laden's audio message told listeners that "liberating" Palestine should be the aim of every Muslim, according to terrorism analyst Laura Mansfield.
Aftershock shakes China quake zone
A strong aftershock hit already devastated southwestern China today, triggering landslides, blocking roads, knocking out phone lines and burying vehicles, state-run media reported. Survivors still are being pulled from the rubble four days after being buried by the initial 7.9 magnitude quake.
Michelle Obama gets heat from Tennessee GOP
In a preview of the political onslaught Michelle Obama may face in the fall, the Tennessee Republican Party unveiled a Web video Thursday highlighting her comment that she was proud of America "for the first time in my adult life."
Black college has first white valedictorian
Joshua Packwood knows what it's like to be a minority.
Man's rare ability may unlock secret of memory
Give Brad Williams a date, and he can usually tell you not only what he was doing but what world events happened that day. He can do this for almost every day of his life.
Cleaning her mountains one bottle at a time
Carmen Salva's mission may be ambitious, but her belief is simple: "It's never too early to start caring for the land you live in and grow up in."
Woman indicted in MySpace suicide case
A Missouri woman who allegedly posed as a 16-year-old boy on MySpace.com has been indicted on conspiracy and other charges. Lori Drew is accused of using the site to feign romantic interest in a girl who committed suicide after her online love interest spurned her.
Ellen DeGeneres, girlfriend plan to marry
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Amputee runner gets to try for Olympics
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New Tack Offers Straying Parolees a Hand, Not Cuffs
Several states are altering their parole systems to focus on rehabilitating offenders instead of punishing them for parole violations.
Chasing Utopia, Family Imagines No Possessions
Aimee and Jeff Harris of Austin, Tex., are donating virtually all their possessions to charity and hope to end up as organic homesteaders in Vermont.
News Analysis: Same-Sex Marriage and Racial Justice Find Common Ground
California Supreme Court Chief Justice Ronald M. George’s argument in favor of same-sex marriage drew an analogy to interracial marriage bans of the past.
F.B.I. Gets Mixed Review in Interrogation Report
The F.B.I.’s agents were praised for not being complicit in abuses at Guantánamo Bay, but the agency was found to be slow to respond to complaints about the tactics.
Report Assesses Blame in Hepatitis Cases
The Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada was found to have routinely mishandled injection equipment and medication vials, contributing to a large hepatitis outbreak.
U.S. Plans Steps to Ease Congestion at Airports
The Bush administration proposed Friday to auction landing slots at two major airports, Kennedy and Newark, and to impose a limit on airline traffic at Newark.
For Officers’ Survivors, a Long Wait for Benefits
A new law extends federal benefits to survivors of public safety officers who died of heart attack or stroke within 24 hours of responding to an emergency.
White House Memo: A Fast-Fading Sway: The Nation’s Leader, but Not His Party’s
With eight months left in office, President Bush’s ability to shape the country’s legislative and political agenda has diminished more quickly than his aides and allies expected.
Detainee’s Trial Delayed Until Justices Rule
A military judge said he wanted the opportunity to examine a much-awaited Supreme Court decision on the rights of the detainees before the trial proceeded.
Obama Says Bush and McCain Are ‘Fear Peddling’
Senator Barack Obama responded to attacks on his foreign policy and tried to turn the tables on his critics.  ABC News: HomePage
Thousands Flee China Quake Area Over Flood Fears
Thousands flee Chinese village near epicenter due to flood worries
Carnival Ride Collapses in California; 24 Injured
Carnival ride collapses at 'jumping frog' fair in Northern California, injuring 24
McCain Runs From Bush -- but Not Too Far
Presumptive GOP nominee walks difficult path to court Bush backers and haters.
'Color of Wet Mud!' Oreos Invade England
Dipping biscuits in tea is one thing, but Oreos in milk? Some Brits bristle.
The Emotional Toll of Home Foreclosure
Stress, depression and suicide can accompany the loss of a home.
Married at 14: 'I Felt Horrible, Violated'
Elissa Wall on being a child bride, surviving polygamy, defying prophet Jeffs.
Prof to 911: Student Who Died Did Coke
A professor tells a dispatcher he saw teen student doing drugs before she died.
Spin-Offs, Sci-Fi Rule Small Screen for Fall
TV networks unveil their new fall shows, and familar faces abound.
Austrian Captive Buys Captor's House
Natascha Kampusch now owns the house belonging to her former captor.
Chemist Convicted in Acid Vat Killing
Biochemist Larissa Schuster convicted of killing her estranged husband.
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Pirates hijack Jordanian ship off Somali coast
Somali pirates hijacked a Jordanian ship Saturday in the latest in a string of attacks off the lawless coast of Somalia, the head of a seafarer's association said. Sat, 17 May 2008 13:41:38 +0000
Late Senator figures in 2008 presidential furor
Being dead since 1940 hasn't kept Idaho U.S. Sen. William Borah from being inserted squarely into 2008 presidential politics after Democratic candidate Barack Obama took issue with President Bush's borrowing of a quote from Borah. Sat, 17 May 2008 07:16:11 +0000
McEntire says she has more fun hosting ACM Awards
After wrapping up a successful concert tour, you'd think Reba McEntire would want to take some time off to relax. Instead, the tireless country star is preparing for her 10th turn as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards this weekend. Over the years, she says she's gained more ease hosting the event. Sat, 17 May 2008 10:29:10 +0000
New leaders unlikely to ease US-Russian tensions
Russia's new president has promised the kind of democratic change that Washington advocated during predecessor Vladimir Putin's tenure. At the same time, all the candidates to succeed President Bush have promised a break from a foreign policy that Moscow has bitterly criticized. Sat, 17 May 2008 07:47:27 +0000
Oregon race could spell end of Schumer streak
As head of the deep-pocketed Democratic Senatorial Campaign Commission, New York Sen. Charles Schumer hand-picked his party's nominee to take on Oregon Sen. Gordon Smith, the last Republican standing on the West Coast. But apparently, Schumer forgot to inform the state's voters. Sat, 17 May 2008 07:22:10 +0000
North Korea offers aid for quake victims
North Korea is offering China $100,000 to help earthquake survivors. Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0000
Spain arrests 5 suspected of hacking US sites
Spanish police have arrested five people suspected of hacking into or outright disabling thousands of Internet pages, some of them run by government agencies in the U.S., Latin America and Asia, authorities said Saturday. Sat, 17 May 2008 10:50:10 +0000
Artist covers old gas station with huge blanket
Jennifer Marsh was sick of paying high gas prices and bothered by the abandoned gas station that was an eyesore on the drive to her studio each day. Sat, 17 May 2008 09:40:51 +0000
Bus crash in China kills 14
State media say at least 14 people have died in a collision between a bus and a tractor in eastern China. Sat, 17 May 2008 11:10:37 +0000
Ex-archbishop urges release of British hostages
A former Church of England leader has appealed for militants to release five British civilians kidnapped in Iraq a year ago. Sat, 17 May 2008 11:23:32 +0000  The Weather Channel: Your Local Weather Outlook--Ada, OH (45810)
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Late Jazz rally can't keep Lakers from series win
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LeBron drops 32 as Cavs force Game 7 vs. Celtics
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Feds: Donaghy bet on 100-plus games he worked
Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy bet on more than 100 games that he worked, federal prosecutors said in a court filing Friday, the New York Daily News reported. Sat, 17 May 2008 05:49:31 PDT
Phils' Werth hits 3 HRs, ties club mark with 8 RBIs
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NFL owners could opt out of labor deal next week
NFL owners might opt out of the existing labor agreement as soon as Tuesday when they hold their next meetings in Atlanta, according to league sources Fri, 16 May 2008 17:00:28 PDT
Sonnanstine nearly blanks Cards as Rays roll on
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Federer awaits Nadal-Djokovic winner in Hamburg
Roger Federer beat unseeded Italian Andreas Seppi 6-3 6-1 in the semi-finals of the Hamburg Masters on Saturday. Sat, 17 May 2008 05:58:50 PDT
Sharapova latest to withdraw from Italian Open
Maria Sharapova pulled out of Saturday's semifinal match at the Italian Open with a left calf injury. Sat, 17 May 2008 06:47:44 PDT
Kyle Busch takes All-Star pole; boobirds chime in
Kyle Busch continued his dominance with a flawless qualifying effort Friday night to capture the pole for the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. Fri, 16 May 2008 21:07:59 PDT
Belichick says he made 'mistake' in taping of foes
New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick lashed out at the team's former video assistant Friday, saying in a televised interview that Matt Walsh was a low-level staffer who was fired for "poor job performance" Fri, 16 May 2008 19:59:26 PDT  Movies.com New Movie Reviews
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
( Release: May. 16, 2008 Rated: PG - for epic battle action and violence Avg. Score: 3.33/5
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) The Gist —
Too much action, not enough story, which is unlike the first film.
Thu, May 15 2008 03:51:52
How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer
( Release: May. 16, 2008 Rated: R - for sexual content and some language Avg. Score: 3.75/5
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) The Gist —
Slow, but emotionally rewarding.
Thu, May 15 2008 03:51:52
Reprise
( Release: May. 16, 2008 Rated: R - for sexuality and language Avg. Score: 4.17/5
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) The Gist —
More style than substance, but it's a pretty entertaining style.
Thu, May 15 2008 03:51:52
Sangre de Mi Sangre
( Release: May. 16, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 4.5/5
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) The Gist —
Thoroughly modern concept for a thriller.
Thu, May 15 2008 03:51:53
Water Lilies
( Release: Apr. 4, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 4/5
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) The Gist —
An honest portrayal of teen girl angst.
Thu, May 15 2008 03:46:35
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"Of all noises, I think music is the least disagreeable."
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"It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument."
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"A verbal contract isn't worth the paper it's written on."
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"The danger is not that a particular class is unfit to govern. Every class is unfit to govern."
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