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Amazon Caves On Kindle 2 Text-To-Speech - Slashdot
February 28, 2009 at 8:18 am



Seattle Post Intelligencer
Amazon Caves On Kindle 2 Text-To-Speech
Slashdot
On Wednesday we discussed news that the Authors Guild had objected to the text-to-speech function on Amazon's Kindle 2, claiming that it infringed on audio book copyright.
Amazon retreats on Kindle's text-to-speech issue CNET News
Amazon lets publishers and writers disable Kindle 2's read-aloud ... Los Angeles Times
Reuters - I4U - VentureBeat - Ars Technica
all 130 news articles

Jeffrey Immelt Faces More 'Hours of Doom' With GE Dividend Cut - Bloomberg
February 28, 2009 at 8:07 am



Washington Post
Jeffrey Immelt Faces More 'Hours of Doom' With GE Dividend Cut
Bloomberg
By Peter Robison and Rachel Layne Feb. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The cracks in Jeffrey Immelt's public optimism came on Feb. 5, when he joked about his "hour of doom" every morning reading newspaper articles on failed banks, job losses and sinking economies.
GE Reduces Dividend for First Time Since 1938 Washington Post
GE To Cut Dividend 67% To 10 Cents, To Save $9 Billion A Year CNNMoney.com
Reuters - The Associated Press - BBC News - Forbes
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California declares drought emergency - Reuters
February 28, 2009 at 7:52 am



Reuters
California declares drought emergency
Reuters
By Peter Henderson SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday declared a state emergency due to drought and said he would consider mandatory water rationing in the face of nearly $3 billion in economic losses from ...
Calif. Drought Prompts State of Emergency Washington Post
Cities face 20% cuts in water use during crisis San Francisco Chronicle
San Diego Union Tribune - San Jose Mercury News - The Associated Press - Environment News Service
all 575 news articles

Patient Money Advice to the Jobless on Getting Health Coverage - New York Times
February 28, 2009 at 7:20 am



New York Times
Patient Money Advice to the Jobless on Getting Health Coverage
New York Times
Jennifer C. Graham, shown with twin daughters Judith, left and Loraine, signed up for Cobra after she was laid off. But the monthly payments are more than half her unemployment benefit.
Feds will help with COBRA payments Bizjournals.com
Stimulus bill: Workers' health insurance undergoes major changes Temple Daily Telegram
CNN - The State Journal-Register - WKOW-TV.com - MSNBC
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Combative Obama vows to fight for his budget - Reuters
February 28, 2009 at 7:05 am



Times Online
Combative Obama vows to fight for his budget
Reuters
By David Alexander WASHINGTON, Feb 28 (Reuters) - A combative President Barack Obama warned on Saturday he was bracing for a fight against powerful lobbyists and special interests who sought to pick apart the $3.55 trillion budget he wants to advance ...
Obama's budget: Taxing for fairness or class warfare? Los Angeles Times
Obama Says He Expects a Fight Over $3.55 Trillion Budget Plan Bloomberg
Voice of America - Chicago Tribune - Boston Globe - AFP
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Broad support for Obama Iraq plan - BBC News
February 28, 2009 at 6:42 am



BBC News
Broad support for Obama Iraq plan
BBC News
US Republicans have broadly welcomed President Barack Obama's plan to withdraw most troops from Iraq by 2010. However, they suggested he should give credit to his predecessor for stability brought by the "surge" strategy of pouring extra troops into ...
Video: Troops React to Obama's Iraq Pullout Plan AssociatedPress
Iraq welcomes Obama plan but still needs US help AFP
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Tsvangirai and others have criticized previous parties as a waste ... - CNN International
February 28, 2009 at 6:41 am



BBC Afrique
Tsvangirai and others have criticized previous parties as a waste ...
CNN International
HARARE, Zimbabwe (CNN) -- Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe was celebrating his 85th birthday with a lavish all-day party Saturday despite the fact that the country is gripped by an economic and health crisis.
Stricken Zimbabwe celebrates Mugabe's birthday in style AFP
Mugabe set for lavish birthday BBC News
Telegraph.co.uk - Reuters - Los Angeles Times - The Press Association
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Human rights activists barred from ASEAN meeting - The Associated Press
February 28, 2009 at 6:40 am



Boston Globe
Human rights activists barred from ASEAN meeting
The Associated Press
CHA-AM, Thailand (AP) - Prominent activists from military-ruled Myanmar and Cambodia were barred Saturday from a meeting with Southeast Asian leaders, upstaging the opening of a summit billed as a historic step toward greater human rights in the region ...
Thai PM: Southeast Asia faces severe economic test International Herald Tribune
Thai PM highlights human rights body in ASEAN Xinhua
Financial Times - AFP - Reuters India - Bernama
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Two rockets strike southern Israeli city - CNN International
February 28, 2009 at 5:38 am



Aljazeera.net
Two rockets strike southern Israeli city
CNN International
JERUSALEM (CNN) -- Two rockets were fired Saturday morning from Gaza and landed in the southern Israeli city of Ashkelon, one of them hitting an educational institution and the other landing in an open area, the Israeli military said.
Hamas deputy from Damascus visits Gaza - officials Reuters
Abbas insists on leading Gaza rebuilding AFP
International Herald Tribune - Aljazeera.net - Jerusalem Post - Xinhua
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Search Resumes for Missing Bangladeshi Officers - Voice of America
February 28, 2009 at 5:23 am



BBC News
Search Resumes for Missing Bangladeshi Officers
Voice of America
By VOA News Firefighters in Bangladesh resumed the search Saturday for army officers missing after a bloody two-day rebellion by border guards.
Video: Bodies found after Bangladesh mutiny - 27 Feb 08 AlJazeeraEnglish
Hunt for Bangladesh mutiny dead a grisly task AFP
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Gisele Bundchen all covered in lace for fairy tale wedding to Tom ... - New York Daily News
February 28, 2009 at 4:27 am



Sydney Morning Herald
Gisele Bundchen all covered in lace for fairy tale wedding to Tom ...
New York Daily News
BY Nancy Dillon Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala in 2008. LOS ANGELES - Supermodel Gisele Bundchen was the picture of tradition at her hush-hush Catholic wedding to football phenom Tom Brady, ...
Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen wed in California Detroit Free Press
Patriots pals mum on Tom Brady's nuptials Boston Herald
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Rihanna reunites with Chris Brown - Entertainment Weekly
February 28, 2009 at 4:00 am



ABC News
Rihanna reunites with Chris Brown
Entertainment Weekly
People.com reports that Rihanna has reunited with her boyfriend, R&B singer Chris Brown, some three weeks after he was arrested for allegedly assaulting her.
Report: Rihanna & Chris Brown back together at Sean (Diddy) Combs ... New York Daily News
Chris Brown and Rihanna compete at Kids' Choice Awards Los Angeles Times
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With indictment unsealed, al Qaeda suspect moves into civilian ... - Fort Worth Star Telegram
February 28, 2009 at 3:25 am



TVNZ
With indictment unsealed, al Qaeda suspect moves into civilian ...
Fort Worth Star Telegram
By DEVLIN BARRETT AP WASHINGTON - Federal authorities unsealed an indictment Friday against Ali al-Marri, accused of being an al Qaeda sleeper agent, moving him into the civilian court system as the Obama administration considers a new strategy for ...
Alleged terrorist charged with conspiracy CNN
Terrorism Suspect Headed to US Court Washington Post
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Ramirez circus best enjoyed from afar - San Francisco Chronicle
February 28, 2009 at 3:08 am



Los Angeles Times
Ramirez circus best enjoyed from afar
San Francisco Chronicle
(02-27) 19:09 PST -- Seldom has a losing cause been this much fun. As the Giants witness the comical circus surrounding the Manny Ramirez negotiations, they have to seriously consider if he's worth the trouble.
If/when Manny signs, will he be happy? FOXSports.com
Giants keep watch over Manny pursuit MLB.com
Los Angeles Times - Boston Herald - Daily Breeze - The Canadian Press
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'Skins sign Haynesworth to $100M, 7-year contract - Philadelphia Daily News
February 28, 2009 at 3:07 am



Washington Post
'Skins sign Haynesworth to $100M, 7-year contract
Philadelphia Daily News
Albert Haynesworth walked into the lobby of Redskins Park on the first day of free agency. After being congratulated by front-office chief Vinny Cerrato, the All-Pro defensive tackle turned and introduced his mother.
Free agency roundup: All the deals from NFL's moving day USA Today
NFL: Haynesworth cashes in on free agency's first day Philadelphia Inquirer
Newsday - Seattle Post Intelligencer - Sports Network
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'American Idol' sends comedian Nick Mitchell packing - Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2009 at 3:04 am



Washington Post
'American Idol' sends comedian Nick Mitchell packing
Chicago Tribune
Simon Cowell's prayers have been answered: Comedian Nick "Normund Gentle" Mitchell was voted off "American Idol" on Thursday night.
'American Idol' Finalist Adam Lambert Hopes There Isn't A Broadway ... MTV.com
'American Idol': And now there are six! Entertainment Weekly
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Manhattan District Attorney Morgenthau to retire - Newsday
February 28, 2009 at 3:01 am



Duluth News Tribune
Manhattan District Attorney Morgenthau to retire
Newsday
BY ANTHONY M. DESTEFANO AND ROCCO PARASCANDOLA Legendary Manhattan District Attorney Robert Morgenthau said goodbye to public service yesterday at age 89, opting to spend time with his family and tend to his upstate farm rather than run for a 10th term ...
Manhattan's model for 'Law and Order' prosecutor to retire USA Today
Iconic Manhattan DA Robert Morgenthau leaves a legacy of law & order New York Daily News
MSNBC - Bloomberg - Reuters - The National Law Journal
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How HIV stays one step ahead of immune system - Los Angeles Times
February 28, 2009 at 3:00 am



BBC Afrique
How HIV stays one step ahead of immune system
Los Angeles Times
Researchers seeking a vaccine find that the virus that causes AIDS quickly evolves into different strains to battle different populations' genetic makeups.
Video: Living with HIV/Aids in the Gulf - 27 Feb 09 AlJazeeraEnglish
US AIDS cases cluster in cities, report finds Tehran Times
BBC News - Press Trust of India - Atlantic Online - WCBS-TV New York
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He fit in and got right to the point - Boston Globe
February 28, 2009 at 2:16 am



ESPN
He fit in and got right to the point
Boston Globe
By Bob Ryan People said this Marbury thing was a roll of the dice, and last night Luck was a fine and proper Lady for the Boston Celtics.
Marbury's addition sure to to derail Celts' repeat bid FOXSports.com
Stephon Marbury punches in for fresh start Boston Herald
Kansas City Star - Newsday - ESPN - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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Citigroup's Third US Rescue May Not Be Its Last, Analysts Say - Bloomberg
February 28, 2009 at 12:22 am



Washington Post
Citigroup's Third US Rescue May Not Be Its Last, Analysts Say
Bloomberg
By Christine Harper Feb. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The US government's third attempt to help rescue Citigroup Inc. won't stanch the company's losses, which will continue to swell and may lead the bank to require more money in coming months, analysts said.
CORRECT: Investors Buy Citi Preferred, Sell Common In Arb Play CNNMoney.com
RBS bailout suggests US stake in Citi may grow MarketWatch
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US May Boycott UN Racism Conference Over Document - Washington Post
February 27, 2009 at 11:20 pm



Al-Arabiya
US May Boycott UN Racism Conference Over Document
Washington Post
By Colum Lynch NEW YORK, Feb. 27 -- The Obama administration has said it will boycott a major UN conference on racism scheduled for April unless significant changes are made to the draft outcome document, which US officials say unfairly singles out ...
US may skip racism forum Atlanta Journal Constitution
US will not take part in UN racism conference AFP
Reuters - The Associated Press - BBC News - Los Angeles Times
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Hearst Planning Electronic Reader Alternative To Kindle - InformationWeek
February 27, 2009 at 6:54 pm



New York Times
Hearst Planning Electronic Reader Alternative To Kindle
InformationWeek
Analysts suggest such a device would help the news publisher find an answer to reverse shrinking subscriber bases, as well as revenue losses from publications.
Unboxed: Amazon Kindle 2 gets iPod treatment. Will it sell? Apple Insider
Hands on with the Kindle 2 Macworld
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all 74 news articles

Stanford exec to walk free after posting bail - Reuters
February 27, 2009 at 6:07 pm



Washington Post
Stanford exec to walk free after posting bail
Reuters
By Anna Driver HOUSTON (Reuters) - Laura Pendergest-Holt, the first person arrested in the $8 billion Allen Stanford fraud investigation, can walk free once she posts $300000 bond, a Houston judge ruled on Friday.
Stanford investment officer to be released on bond The Associated Press
Stanford CIO Faces Federal Judge MSNBC
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Can Hearst Save Newspapers With an E-Reader? - PC World
February 27, 2009 at 6:07 pm



New York Times
Can Hearst Save Newspapers With an E-Reader?
PC World
Two intriguing developments today in the ongoing saga of the vanishing American newspaper: Hearst Corp. will launch a wireless e-reader later this year, and the Long Island daily Newsday plans to end free Web content and charge readers for its online ...
Is Hearst Busting Out A Wireless E-Reader Of Its Own? ChannelWeb
Rumor: Another Kindle on the way? CNET News
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AstraZeneca downplayed Seroquel risks, lawyers say - Reuters
February 27, 2009 at 6:03 pm



Wall Street Journal Blogs
AstraZeneca downplayed Seroquel risks, lawyers say
Reuters
WASHINGTON, Feb 27 (Reuters) - AstraZeneca PLC (AZN.L) failed to warn physicians and patients about risks associated with its widely used schizophrenia drug Seroquel, plaintiffs' attorneys said on Friday.
Documents on Seroquel show drugmaker knew of risks The Associated Press
AstraZeneca Papers Raise Seroquel Issues Wall Street Journal
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Meltdown 101: Why would a GDP revision be so huge? - The Associated Press
February 27, 2009 at 6:01 pm



Straits Times
Meltdown 101: Why would a GDP revision be so huge?
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) - The decline in the economy late last year went from bad to worse - way worse - as the Commerce Department revised its first estimate of the change in GDP, or gross domestic product, for the fourth quarter.
GDP's sharp drop spotlights global recession Christian Science Monitor
GDP drop underscores need for action: White House Reuters
Bloomberg - NPR - Bizjournals.com - Wall Street Journal
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Free agency roundup: All the moves from NFL's moving day - USA Today
February 27, 2009 at 6:00 pm



The Associated Press
Free agency roundup: All the moves from NFL's moving day
USA Today
Several big deals were finished on Friday, the first day of the NFL's free agency. USA TODAY wraps up the all the moves: • Haynesworth in Washington: The Redskins made the biggest splash early in the day when they announced a deal with DT Albert ...
Haynesworth heading to Washington for big bucks Sports Network
Redskins taking more big-name, big-money risks FOXSports.com
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White House set to reverse health care conscience clause - CNN
February 27, 2009 at 5:57 pm



Seattle Post Intelligencer
White House set to reverse health care conscience clause
CNN
By Saundra Young WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Obama administration plans to reverse a regulation from late in the Bush administration allowing health-care workers to refuse to provide services based on moral objections, an official said Friday.
US officials move to end Bush healthcare rule Reuters
Obama Administration to Reverse Bush Rule on 'Conscience' Regulation Washington Post
Women on the Web - findingDulcinea - New York Times - Catholic Online
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Jonas Brothers surprise Los Angeles fans - MSNBC
February 27, 2009 at 5:56 pm



E! Online
Jonas Brothers surprise Los Angeles fans
MSNBC
Moviegoers at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood received some bonus Jonas face time last night when the brothers showed up in person and surprised screaming fans at a midnight screening of their new rockumentary, "Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert ...
'Jonas Brothers' feels 2-dimensional Boston Herald
Jonas Bros. movie may foretell an end to innocence Reuters
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Morgenthau, Manhattan Prosecutor, Says He Won't Run Again - Bloomberg
February 27, 2009 at 5:53 pm



Reuters
Morgenthau, Manhattan Prosecutor, Says He Won't Run Again
Bloomberg
By Karen Freifeld Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Manhattan District Attorney Robert Morgenthau, a New York prosecutor with criminal jurisdiction over much of the US financial industry for almost five decades, announced he won't run for another term.
Manhattan DA Morgenthau confirms will step down Reuters
Morgenthau, 'dean of law enforcement,' to retire Newsday
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Fred Taylor heading to New England - Sports Network
February 27, 2009 at 5:53 pm



NECN
Fred Taylor heading to New England
Sports Network
Boston, MA (Sports Network) - The New England Patriots added running back Fred Taylor on the first day of free agency Friday. Taylor was released by the Jaguars earlier this month, despite reports that he was willing to take a salary cut.
Patriots make Taylor signing official Boston Globe
Patriots sign RB Fred Taylor The Associated Press
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Schwarzenegger declares Calif. drought emergency - The Associated Press
February 27, 2009 at 5:50 pm



Bakersfield Now
Schwarzenegger declares Calif. drought emergency
The Associated Press
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared a state of emergency Friday because of three years of below-average rain and snowfall in California, a step that urges urban water agencies to reduce water use by 20 percent.
Schwarzenegger declares drought emergency Bizjournals.com
Calif. declares drought emergency, mulls rationing Reuters
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Free agent linebacker Bart Scott agrees to six-year deal with Jets ... - New York Daily News
February 27, 2009 at 5:41 pm



Hartford Courant
Free agent linebacker Bart Scott agrees to six-year deal with Jets ...
New York Daily News
By Rich Cimini After several hours of high-stakes negotiations with the Jets and Ravens, coveted linebacker Bart Scott has agreed to sign with the Jets, according to a league source.
Ray Lewis Could Be Left Out in the Cold SportingNews.com
Report: Lewis open to returning to Ravens Rotoworld.com
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Clinton Cautious on Palestinian Reconciliation Efforts - Voice of America
February 27, 2009 at 5:34 pm



Times Online
Clinton Cautious on Palestinian Reconciliation Efforts
Voice of America
By David Gollust Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Friday reconciliation efforts between the main Palestinian factions will not mean progress for the region unless Hamas accepts international terms for peace talks with Israel.
EU to pledge $556 million in Palestinian aid International Herald Tribune
Palestinian groups set out plan for reconciliation Reuters
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The Incredible Sinking Citi - Forbes
February 27, 2009 at 5:22 pm



ABC News
The Incredible Sinking Citi
Forbes
Citigroup has its new deal with the government, but the result may end up looking more like shuffled deck chairs than a final solution to the bank's problems.
Video: Citigroup Reaches Aid Deal With Government AssociatedPress
Citi Plan Leaves Bond Investors Uncertain CNNMoney.com
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GE Cuts Dividend as Immelt Seeks to Safeguard AAA - Bloomberg
February 27, 2009 at 5:20 pm



Financial Post
GE Cuts Dividend as Immelt Seeks to Safeguard AAA
Bloomberg
By Rachel Layne Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) -- General Electric Co. cut its annual dividend for the first time since 1938 as the global recession and credit crunch sapped profit at its finance unit and threatened the company's AAA credit rating.
GE cuts quarterly dividend to 10 cents a share The Associated Press
GE may still lose "AAA" rating after dividend cut Reuters
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Obama Iraq Plan Might End the War, But Will It Complete the Mission? - FOXNews
February 27, 2009 at 5:07 pm



guardian.co.uk
Obama Iraq Plan Might End the War, But Will It Complete the Mission?
FOXNews
President Obama announced Friday his plan to end combat operations in Iraq by August 2010 -- but if the war is over, then the job is still far from done.
Iraq pullout plan feasible but has risks Reuters
Democrats voice concerns on Obama's Iraq drawdown plan CNN International
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US says Mexico makes progress against drug cartels - Reuters
February 27, 2009 at 5:01 pm



Times Online
US says Mexico makes progress against drug cartels
Reuters
By John Whitesides WASHINGTON, Feb 27 (Reuters) - Mexico has made headway in its struggle against the country's powerful drug cartels, but the crackdown has led to more violence as criminal gangs battle for shrinking profits, the United States said on ...
Video: Holder Announces Sweeping Drug Arrests AssociatedPress
US praises Mexico drug fight Aljazeera.net
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Typical family would get tax cut in Obama budget - The Associated Press
February 27, 2009 at 5:00 pm



BBC News
Typical family would get tax cut in Obama budget
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) - A typical American family would get a tax cut under President Barack Obama's budget proposal, and their low-income neighbor would fare even better.
Obama gives lawmakers a budget plateful Christian Science Monitor
Obama: US to survive economic "day of reckoning" Washington Post
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Analysts: More rough times await insurance stocks - MSNBC
February 27, 2009 at 4:58 pm



Earthtimes (press release)
Analysts: More rough times await insurance stocks
MSNBC
By TOM MURPHY Some managed care stocks stabilized Friday after receiving a thrashing earlier in the week, but analysts warn of more volatile trading days as the federal government considers health care reform.
Health Buzz: Obama's Healthcare Reform Proposal and Other Health News U.S. News & World Report
Breaking Down Obama's Health Care Cuts BNET
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Vista Capable Lawyers Try Another Class-Action Angle - ChannelWeb
February 27, 2009 at 4:30 pm



Product Reviews
Vista Capable Lawyers Try Another Class-Action Angle
ChannelWeb
The Windows Vista Capable lawsuit, like Microsoft-Yahoo rumors, just refuses to go away. After a federal judge revoked the class-action status of the suit last week, lawyers for the plaintiffs are now asking the judge to reconsider that decision.
'Vista Capable' lawyers push to revive class action Computerworld
Attorneys Aim to Reinstate 'class' in Vista Capable Suit PC World
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Focus on the Family's James Dobson steps down - CNN
February 27, 2009 at 4:29 pm



Washington Post
Focus on the Family's James Dobson steps down
CNN
By Doug Gross (CNN) -- James Dobson, the influential evangelical leader of the Christian ministry Focus on the Family, has stepped down as board chairman, he announced Friday.
Dobson resigns as chairman of Focus on the Family The Associated Press
Evangelical Leader James Dobson Steps Down Gay Wired
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Alleged terrorist charged with conspiracy - CNN
February 27, 2009 at 4:08 pm



BBC News
Alleged terrorist charged with conspiracy
CNN
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A Qatari man held for years in military custody in the United States was charged Friday in federal court with conspiracy "to provide material support and resources" to al Qaeda, prosecutors announced.
Grand Jury Charges Enemy Combatant With Supporting Al-Qaeda Washington Post
US Files Charges Against Enemy Combatant Wall Street Journal
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Ed McMahon ill with pneumonia - Reuters
February 27, 2009 at 4:03 pm



CBS News
Ed McMahon ill with pneumonia
Reuters
By Steve Gorman LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Ed McMahon, the longtime sidekick to Johnny Carson on "The Tonight Show," has been hospitalized for nearly a month with pneumonia and other medical problems, a spokesman said on Friday.
Report: Ed McMahon's Condition 'Extremely Serious' Zap2it.com
Ed McMahon Hospitalized with Pneumonia People Magazine
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Tom and Gisele 'Belong Together,' Says Pal - People Magazine
February 27, 2009 at 3:09 pm



E! Online
Tom and Gisele 'Belong Together,' Says Pal
People Magazine
By Charlotte Triggs Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady may have kept their Thursday night nuptials top secret, but friends aren't surprised that the duo tied the knot.
Gisele -- Don't Blink ... Here Comes the Bride TMZ.com
STARS 'SECRET' WEDDINGS REVEALED Stars 'Secret' Weddings Revealed ABC News
San Francisco Chronicle - Zap2it.com - Reuters - Celebuzz
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US Economy: GDP Shrinks 6.2%, More Than Estimated - Bloomberg
February 27, 2009 at 12:37 pm



The Associated Press
US Economy: GDP Shrinks 6.2%, More Than Estimated
Bloomberg
By Timothy R. Homan Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) -- The US economic contraction in the fourth quarter was deeper than the government first estimated, with other reports today signaling little prospect of relief until at least the middle of 2009.
GDP drop underscores need for action: White House Reuters
Meltdown 101: Why would a GDP revision be so huge? The Associated Press
Bizjournals.com - Orlando Sentinel - Forbes - AFP
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Rewriting Facebook's Terms of Service - PC World
February 27, 2009 at 10:35 am



New Zealand Herald
Rewriting Facebook's Terms of Service
PC World
Facebook launched on Thursday a campaign polling users over its new draft Terms of Service (TOS). Applauded by advocates and seen as a revolutionary move toward democratic social networking, Facebook's new campaign is making its way on the Internet.
Facebook open-sources its terms of service CNET News
Facebook Doesn't Get it: Users Want Control, Not Voting Privileges Wired News
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EU to pledge $556 million in Palestinian aid - International Herald Tribune
February 27, 2009 at 9:50 am



TVNZ
EU to pledge $556 million in Palestinian aid
International Herald Tribune
AP BRUSSELS: The European Union's executive office said Friday it would pledge €436 million ($556 million) at an international donors' conference for Palestinians, including support for rebuilding Gaza.
EU to pledge 436 mln euros to Palestinians for 2009 Xinhua
EU's Solana on unprecedented Gaza visit AFP
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Vatican rejects bishop's apology - BBC News
February 27, 2009 at 9:50 am



Times Online
Vatican rejects bishop's apology
BBC News
The Vatican has rejected an apology by a British bishop who denied the full extent of the Holocaust. It said the bishop needed to "unequivocally and publicly" withdraw his comments.
Vatican: Holocaust-Denying Bishop's Apology Not Enough FOXNews
Vatican: bishop's apology on Holocaust not enough The Associated Press
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Gisele's New In-Laws - TMZ.com
February 27, 2009 at 9:49 am



Straits Times
Gisele's New In-Laws
TMZ.com
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen got hitched last night in Santa Monica, and Tom's parents didn't exactly radiate with joy -- at least at this moment in time.
Report: Tom Brady & Gisele Bundchen Wed Access Hollywood
Tom and Gisele wed; Rihanna in Mexico; Jodie Foster gets speeding ... USA Today
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