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 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:24:34 GMT U.S. Expands Visa Program for Iraqi Allies

The 10-fold expansion of a system to help threatened Iraqi employees obtain U.S. visas and ultimately citizenship comes after criticism over delays.

 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:24:44 GMT 4 Spitzer Aides Broke Ethics Law in Bid to Smear Rival, Panel Says

The State Commission on Public Integrity brought no charges against the former governor but left open the possibility of action if more evidence emerges.

 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:35:25 GMT Obama, in Berlin, Calls for Renewal of Ties With Allies

Senator Barack Obama introduced himself as a leader who could summon other nations to join the United States in confronting the world’s next challenges.

 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:25:05 GMT Charleston on the Cheap

This progressive and mystically lovely city, surrounded by water and wilderness, can be a destination for the budget-conscious.

 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:24:48 GMT Griping Online? Comcast Hears You and Talks Back

Some customers like the company’s responses to online criticism; others say it’s an eerie version of “Big Brother.”


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 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:54:20 GMT SNP stuns Labour in Glasgow East

The SNP pulls off a stunning victory, winning one of Labour's safest seats by just a few hundred votes.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:18:52 GMT Obama seeks stronger Europe ties

Barack Obama tells Berliners the US and Europe have drifted apart and it is time for them to come together again.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:06:28 GMT Lifestyle 'should hit' IVF access

Almost half of fertility experts say access to IVF should be conditional, a poll of international experts finds.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:05:08 GMT Painter fined for smoking in van

A painter and decorator says he is fuming after being handed an on-the-spot fine for smoking in his own private van.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:12:16 GMT Loch Fyne wages 'below minimum'

Staff at the ethical restaurant chain Loch Fyne are being paid less than half the national minimum wage, the BBC finds.


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  Housing crisis hits exurbs hard

Home values have fallen 43 percent in Victorville, Calif., but the city has rebounded from previous slumps.

  Inflation adds to Pakistan's troubles

Rising prices and a falling stock market have sparked protests in recent weeks, increasing the pressure on a government already facing militancy, political discord.

  Hurricane season: big start

July's storms bolster forecasts for a very active year.

  In Berlin, Obama calls for stronger U.S.-Europe partnership

The Illinois senator addressed an enthusiastic crowd of some 250,000 that stretched for a mile to the storied Brandenburg Gate.

  Fuel cost now driving up electric bills

Disconnect notices have risen sharply, indicating stress on more households.


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 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:09:00 -0400 10 Things You Didn't Know About Kay Bailey Hutchison

The Texas senator is potential running mate for John McCain.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:07:00 -0400 10 Things You Didn't Know About Fred Smith

The FedEx chairman is a potential vice presidential pick for John McCain.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:55:00 -0400 Backblaze Is Simplest Way Yet to Back Up PC Files

The online service automatically copies files across the Internet for a $5 monthly fee.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:53:00 -0400 Feds Warn That Data Thieves Can Crack Bluetooth

Homeland Security offers tips to avoid ‘bluesnarfing’ from cellphones and other devices.

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:27:00 -0400 Long-Term Care Insurance: Not Always a Good Buy

Private plans are available, but getting one isn't necessarily a good idea.


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 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:23:17 GMT Obama urges Europeans, Americans to defeat terror (AP)

People wait for Democratic presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama to deliver his speech at the victory column (Siegessaeule) in Berlin July 24, 2008. (Michael Dalder/Reuters)AP - Cheered by an enormous international crowd, Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama on Thursday summoned Europeans and Americans together to "defeat terror and dry up the well of extremism that supports it" as surely as they conquered communism a generation ago.




 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 03:01:16 GMT Arrest made in Phoenix community college shooting (AP)

A Phoenix police cruiser passes by a sign cancelling classes at South Mountain Community College after three people were shot Thursday, July 24, 2008 at the college in Phoenix. Officials say three people were shot Thursday afternoon at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix, and two of them were critically injured.(AP Photo/Matt York)AP - A man shot three people Thursday in a computer room at a Phoenix community college, injuring two of them critically, authorities said. The gunman fled but a suspect was arrested nearby.




 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:12:11 GMT Air Force nuclear missile launch crew fell asleep (AP)

This handout picture released by the US Air Force shows an F-16 Fighting Falcon dispensing a flare during a combat mission. Members of a US Air Force nuclear missile crew face disciplinary action for going to sleep while in possession of an invalidated nuclear launch code component, an air force spokesman said Thursday.(AFP/USAF/File)AP - Three ballistic missile crew members in North Dakota fell asleep while holding classified launch code devices this month, triggering an investigation by military and National Security Agency experts, the Air Force said Thursday.




 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:08:27 GMT Secret Service wants more money for candidates (AP)

A Secret Service agent watches as US Democratic presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) addresses a National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) conference in Washington, June 28, 2008. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst (UNITED STATES) US PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION (USA)AP - The Secret Service has asked for an extra $9.5 million to cover unexpected costs of protecting the presidential candidates during what has turned into an historic year for the agency's campaign security job.




 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:56:51 GMT 2002 Justice memo OKs CIA interrogation tactics (AP)

Demonstrators from the group AP - The Justice Department in 2002 told the CIA that its interrogators would be safe from prosecution for violations of anti-torture laws if they believed "in good faith" that harsh techniques used to break prisoners' will would not cause "prolonged mental harm."





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 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:09:48 GMT Catastrophe for Labour as SNP wins Glasgow East

SNP triumphs by 365 votes, leaving Gordon Brown to deal with another byelection defeat

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:00:38 GMT Britain to spend £3bn on warheads

Ministry of Defence tells arms manufacturers that nuclear upgrade will be part of Trident programme

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:01:45 GMT Mosley wins 'Nazi orgy' claims case

FIA president wins £60,000 from News of the World, but judge says he must take share of blame

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:44:13 GMT Obama gets star welcome in Berlin

Democratic candidate lures German youth in their tens of thousands to hear him spin dreams of hope

 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:00:37 GMT West Bank plan 'to get go-ahead'

Plans revived by Israel's defence ministry, despite international calls for a freeze on construction


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