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August 2009
Rep. Sensenbrenner says he has prostate cancer (AP)
By admin on August 31, 2009
AP - Rep.
Pa.-based memorial car to race in Va. on Sept. 11 (AP)
By 7KLnewsbot on August 31, 2009
AP - A custom-designed racecar bearing the phrase “Always Remember” was unveiled Monday by NASCAR’s Benny Gordon across from the World Trade Center site.
The Hammer does the hustle (The Yahoo! Newsroom)
By admin on August 31, 2009
The Yahoo! Newsroom - Who knew former Representative Tom DeLay, aka “The Hammer,” had such a sense of humor? Such debonair dancing skills? Such grace under legal pressure?
Judge to consider dates for competency hearing in Smart abduction case
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A federal judge on Monday may set a date for a competency hearing for the man charged with the 2002 abduction of Elizabeth Smart.
Roman Catholic bishop cites fatigue, insomnia in abruptly leaving northeastern Pa. diocese
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A Roman Catholic bishop in northeastern says he is stepping down for health reasons. Bishop Joseph..
Renegade ex-Rep. Traficant out of prison on Wednesday, faces uneven welcome home in Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN, (AP) — Renegade ex-congressman , who delighted in references and polyester suits, is to be released Wednesday from a federal prison in after serving seven years for corruption. The longtime Democratic lawmaker, now 68, will return to a hometown that has ample evidence of the federal aid he landed, including a highway, second federal courthouse and an arena. Still, he could face an uneven welcome in a city with a corrupt reputation but a new generation of leaders, including a young mayor and Traficant’s congressional successor.
Fla. man accused of illegally supplying Afghans with Chinese-made ammo reaches plea deal
MIAMI (AP) — A man accused in a scheme to illegally ship nearly $300 million in Chinese-made ammunition to the Afghan…
US ‘disappointed’ after WTO backs Brazil in cotton dispute (AFP)
By 7KLnewsbot on August 31, 2009
AFP - The United States voiced disappointment Monday over a WTO decision allowing Brazil to retaliate against American cotton subsidies and relief it gave the South American nation less than it sought.
Kiwi Henderson wins Tour of Spain third stage (AFP)
By 7KLnewsbot on August 31, 2009
AFP - New Zealander Greg Henderson of Team Columbia claimed his first victory from a major three-week race when he dominated a bunch sprint to win stage three of the Tour of Spain here on Monday.
Code Pink gives props to town hallers (Politico)
By admin on August 31, 2009
Politico - When it comes to policy, Code Pink and the individuals yelling at town halls couldn′t be more different.
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Bill Clinton speaks of vast, right-wing conspiracy (AP)
September 28, 2009
AP - Bill Clinton says a vast, right-wing conspiracy that once targeted him is now focusing on President Barack Obama.
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Gucci: Tashkent Training Chic (Fashion Wire Daily)
September 28, 2009
Fashion Wire Daily - Uzbekistan, perhaps not everyone’s first thought when it comes to inspiration for a hip Italian fashion brand, underpinned a powerful Spring 2010 collection from Gucci that, at its kernel, was all about combining sexy athleticism with the brand’s unique hardware.
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Last-gasp Adailton denies Juventus top spot, Milan jeered (AFP)
September 28, 2009
AFP - Bologna’s veteran Brazilian forward Adailton scored an equaliser deep into injury time to deny Juventus a return to the top of the Serie A table following a 1-1 draw in Turin.
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Oil falls below $66 ahead of US economic reports (AP)
September 28, 2009
AP - Oil prices fell below $66 a barrel Monday as stock markets sank and investors eyed a slew of economic data this week that will help shed light on the health of the U.S. economy
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Cypress Gardens theme park in Fla. closes doors (AP)
September 24, 2009
AP - Cypress Gardens, which reigned as Florida’s grandest theme park in the days before Disney, has shut down while its owners try to sell the attraction.
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Merkel vows quick deal on German coalition (AP)
September 28, 2009
AP - Chancellor Angela Merkel has vowed to press ahead quickly with forming a new center-right German government following her election victory.