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Please add updates@feedmyinbox.com to your address book to make sure you receive these messages in the future. NYT > Home Page RBS Posts Biggest Loss in U.K. History February 26, 2009 at 9:17 am Reporting an annual loss of $34.2 billion, the Royal Bank of Scotland became the first bank to sign up for a government plan to revive lending by helping banks set aside illiquid assets. Factory Orders Fall for a Sixth Month February 26, 2009 at 9:10 am Orders for big-ticket goods plunged by a bigger-than-expected 5.2 percent in January as a global slowdown cut into demand from customers in the United States and abroad. Guard Mutiny in Bangladesh Ends February 26, 2009 at 9:10 am The renegade border guards who seized control of their headquarters have surrendered after a two-day revolt, the Bangladeshi government said. UBS Names a New Chief Executive February 26, 2009 at 9:06 am The chief executive of UBS, Marcel Rohner, resigned, and a former Credit Suisse executive will succeed him. Living Together: My Monkey, My Self February 26, 2009 at 9:03 am There are many thousands of pet primates in the U.S., and their owners seem to have a remarkably consistent way of looking at them. G.M. Loses $9.6 Billion as Its Struggles Continue February 26, 2009 at 8:51 am Reporting a fourth quarter loss, the automaker also said that it spent $19.2 billion of its cash in 2008, pushing its reserves down to $14 billion. Bloggers and Unions Join Forces to Push Democrats February 26, 2009 at 8:41 am Bloggers, organized labor and MoveOn will form a group seeking to push the Democrats to the left. U.S. Is Arms Bazaar for Mexican Cartels February 26, 2009 at 8:15 am A case against a Phoenix gun store owner offers a glimpse of how weapons delivered to U.S. gun dealers are moved into Mexico and wielded in horrific crimes. Palestinian Rivals Talk Peace in Egypt February 26, 2009 at 8:02 am The rival Palestinian groups Hamas and Fatah began long-awaited reconciliation talks under Egyptian auspices on Thursday. Mayor Plans to Close Parts of Broadway to Traffic February 26, 2009 at 6:32 am The city plans to close several blocks as early as May. If the experiment works, the changes could stick. With Downturn, Calls to Florida Help Line Grow February 26, 2009 at 2:24 am Marie Cothias, a state operator who helps Floridians with public assistance, has been hearing from more callers with new fears. Falling Revenues Threaten Rebuilding and Stability in Iraq February 26, 2009 at 1:50 am The financial crisis and falling oil prices will make it harder for Iraq to pay for services and could affect U.S. plans for troop withdrawal. City Room: Paterson Shakes Up Staff, From Top Down February 25, 2009 at 6:53 pm Reeling from a series of setbacks, New York Gov. David A. Paterson has replaced his top aide and several staffers. Medicare Spending Still Varies Widely by Region February 25, 2009 at 6:45 pm Addressing variations in the cost of care will be critical in overhauling the nation's health care system. Afghan Buildup Includes Billions to Fight Bombs February 25, 2009 at 6:35 pm The Pentagon plans to deploy more armored vehicles and spy planes to protect troops from attacks. Apple Tells Shareholders That Jobs Will Return February 25, 2009 at 6:32 pm At Apple's shareholder meeting, the company said Steven P. Jobs still planned to return in June. Despite Officials' Efforts, Tibetans Greet New Year in Solemn Opposition February 25, 2009 at 6:32 pm Tibetans are marking the normally joyous Losar holiday with an informal boycott, holding vigils instead of celebrating with dancing and fireworks. Justices Rule Sect Cannot Force Placing of Monument February 25, 2009 at 6:31 pm The Supreme Court ruled that a religious sect cannot force a city to place its monument near a Ten Commandments display in a public park. Government Offers Details of Bank Stress Test February 25, 2009 at 6:30 pm Banks that fail the test would have to provide securities that could be converted to common stock in order to get additional government funds. Accenture Match Play Championships: Woods Is Victorious in His Return February 25, 2009 at 6:25 pm Tiger Woods won his first-round match at the Accenture Match Play Championships Wednesday, three-up over Brendan Jones of Australia. Obama Budget Taxes Richest to Help Pay for Health Care February 25, 2009 at 6:09 pm President Obama's budget will include tax increases on the affluent and credits for low and middle-income people, marking a pronounced shift in the American tax burden. Zimbabwe Leaders Match Wits in Power Struggle February 25, 2009 at 6:05 pm Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai declared President Robert Mugabe's move to unilaterally appoint a slate of ministers "null and void." Preparing for a Flood of Energy Efficiency Spending February 25, 2009 at 5:31 pm Experts worry that cities aren't ready to oversee the energy-efficiency money coming their way. In Chicago House Race, a Free-for-All February 25, 2009 at 5:14 pm The race to fill Rahm Emanuel's seat has drawn 23 candidates, some with no political experience. Pakistani Court Bars Former Leader From Office February 25, 2009 at 11:18 am The Supreme Court ruled against allowing the opposition leader, Nawaz Sharif, to hold elected office. Justices Rule Against Religious Group February 25, 2009 at 11:18 am WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court has ruled unanimously that a small religious group cannot force a city in Utah to place a granite marker in a local park that already is home to a Ten Commandments display. 10 Dead as Turkish Plane Crashes Near Amsterdam February 25, 2009 at 11:16 am A Turkish Airlines jet carrying 135 people crashed into a field on its approach to Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport. Home Sales at Slowest Pace in More Than a Decade February 25, 2009 at 11:11 am Sales of previously owned homes fell 5.3 percent in January after an unexpected rise in December. Pakistani Charged in Mumbai Assault February 25, 2009 at 10:57 am Indian investigators filed formal charges against Ajmal Kasab, the Pakistani who is the sole surviving gunman in last November's attack in Mumbai. News Analysis: Obama Urges Big Ideas in Time of Crisis February 25, 2009 at 10:56 am The president sought to convince Americans that now is the right time for expanding aspirations. Students Stand When Called Upon, and When Not February 25, 2009 at 10:40 am Classrooms in Minnesota have become test labs for a new kind of desk that allows students to stand or sit. Well: The Night the Professor Became a Nurse February 25, 2009 at 10:21 am Professor-turned-nurse Theresa Brown learns lessons from an 11-year-old boy with leukemia. Green Inc.: Obama Calls Energy Issues 'Critical' February 25, 2009 at 10:13 am President Barack Obama identified energy as one of the "three areas that are absolutely critical to our economic future.". The Caucus: Michelle Obama Goes Sleeveless February 25, 2009 at 10:08 am The First Lady makes a fashion statement by going bare (on her arms). Wheels: Slow Economy Means Faster Traffic February 25, 2009 at 10:08 am A study released today by Inrix, a supplier of live and historic traffic information for navigation devices and radio stations, shows that compared to 2007 there was a 30 percent overall decline in traffic congestion across major metropolitan areas of the United States last year. Economic Scene: Like Having Medicare? Then Taxes Must Rise February 25, 2009 at 9:45 am Americans are going to have to pay higher taxes in order to continue to field a strong military and maintain popular programs like Medicare. Obama Vows, 'We Will Rebuild' and 'Recover' February 25, 2009 at 9:44 am President Obama asked both houses of Congress to quickly address energy, education and health care. Iran to Begin Tests at Nuclear Station February 25, 2009 at 8:48 am Some 35 years after construction started, Iran said it would begin test operations at its first nuclear power station in the port of Bushehr, an official news agency said.   This email was sent to autoblogs077@gmail.com.  Create Your Account Don't want to receive this feed any longer? Unsubscribe here.