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Drywall investigation expands into US products
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:21 pm PST
 AP - A federal probe of tainted Chinese drywall has broadened because a small number of homeowners are reporting that American-made drywall is causing some of the same problems: a sickening, sulfurous stench and corroded pipes and wiring. Full Story | Top |
Dead Sea needs world help to stay alive
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:28 am PST
 AFP - The Dead Sea may soon shrink to a lifeless pond as Middle East political strife blocks vital measures needed to halt the decay of the world's lowest and saltiest body of water, experts say. Full Story | Top |
LA suburb's rebirth rides on electric car plant
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:12 pm PST
AP - This blue-collar suburb on the edge of Los Angeles once helped send men to space. After the collapse of its aerospace industry, its ambitions are now more down-to-earth but still looking toward the future. Full Story | Top |
Obama to vow greenhouse emissions cuts in Denmark
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:11 pm PST
 AP - Putting his prestige on the line, President Barack Obama will personally commit the U.S. to a goal of substantially cutting greenhouse gases at next month's Copenhagen climate summit. He will insist America is ready to tackle global warming despite resistance in Congress over higher costs for businesses and homeowners. Full Story | Top |
Prime suspect in Philippine massacre surrenders
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:35 pm PST
 AP - A scion of a powerful pro-government clan suspected in the massacre of 57 people in an election caravan in the southern Philippines turned himself in Thursday amid mounting pressure on the president to crack down on lawlessness and warlords. Full Story | Top |
Toyota to replace gas pedals on 4 million vehicles
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:29 pm PST
 AP - Toyota plans to replace the gas pedals on 4 million vehicles in the United States because the pedals can get stuck in the floor mats and cause sudden acceleration, a flaw that led to the sixth-largest recall ever in the U.S. Full Story | Top |
In response to "Pox News," "Sesame Street" introduces Spill O'Reilly
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:53 am PST
 The Newsroom - Earlier this month we reported on a minor controversy that arose after PBS re-aired a two-year-old episode of “Sesame Street” that parodied Fox News. Last night, in an effort to make light of that episode, a Sesame Workshop executive went on Fox News’ “The O'Reilly Factor” to introduce a brand-new muppet: Spill O'Reilly. Full Story | Top |
A stream of WH health care visits
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:12 pm PST
 AP - President Barack Obama's top aides met frequently with lobbyists and health care industry heavyweights as his administration pieced together a national health care overhaul, according to White House visitor records obtained Wednesday by The Associated Press. Full Story | Top |
Dollar falls to 14-year low vs yen on US outlook
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:55 pm PST
 AP - The dollar tumbled to 14-year low against the yen Thursday, adding to pressure on Japan's beleaguered exporters, amid indications U.S. interest rates will remain low and the Federal Reserve isn't overly concerned about the dollar's slide. Full Story | Top |
9 Insider Secrets to Getting Hired
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:06 pm PST
 U.S. News & World Report - While searching for work alongside 16 million people who are angling for the same openings, getting a hiring manager to tell you why you didn't get hired is about as easy as actually getting the job. But one of the best things you can do is examine your job search with a critical eye: Is your résumé really a good advertisement for your skills? Does your nail-gnawing habit turn off prospective employers? Do you tend to make your interviewers a little nervous? Full Story | Top |
Tight economy forces some to stay home for holiday
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:13 pm PST
 AP - There's still family, turkey and football, but one Thanksgiving tradition is taking a hit this year. Millions of Americans are spending the holiday at home, saying the poor economy has made it unaffordable to hit the road or board a plane. Full Story | Top |
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