 | ||
Search and browse 25,000 news sources updated continuously. | ||
Obama says healthcare overhaul could save US trillionsReuters - 1 hour ago
By Caren Bohan WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will aim on Monday to build support for a sweeping overhaul of the US healthcare system by highlighting a drive for greater efficiency he predicts could save trillions of dollars.
Health-care industry vows to contain costs Seattle Times
Healthcare groups vow to cut spending Los Angeles Times
Someone clearing brush may have started Jesusita fire, authorities sayLos Angeles Times - 3 hours ago
'It's looking like this was not an act of nature,' says a commander with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention.
Power tool may have sparked Santa Barbara wildfire The Associated Press
Pakistan steps up Swat offensiveBBC News - 2 hours ago
Pakistan's military is stepping up an offensive against the Taleban, after a weekend in which it said it killed 200 militants in and near the Swat valley.
Video:
Up to 700 Militants Dead in Pakistani Raid
The Associated Press
Pakistan: Up to 700 militants killed in offensive The Associated Press
|
News Alerts
Recommended for you »
Sign in to add a section with stories recommended for you, by using search history.
May 11: Benedict in Israel
Jerusalem Post - 20 minutes ago
Sir, - With deep joy, I offer Pope Benedict XVI my fervent good wishes on the happy event of his pilgrimage of faith and peace to Jerusalem.
Tamil Tiger spokesman 'wounded'
BBC News - 1 hour ago
The military spokesman for the Tamil Tiger rebels, Ilanthirayan, has been seriously wounded in fighting in Sri Lanka, a pro-rebel website says.
UN Tells of 'Bloodbath' Occurring in Sri Lanka New York Times
South Africa's Choice of Gordhan Is Encouraging, S&P Says
Bloomberg - 47 minutes ago
By Nasreen Seria May 11 (Bloomberg) -- South Africa's appointment of Pravin Gordhan as finance minister and Trevor Manuel as head of a new planning commission is “encouraging,” easing concern that the government will alter economic policy, ...
S. Africa's Zuma picks new cabinet Philadelphia Inquirer
Local News »
View stories near:
More Guard Troops Sent to Flooded W.Va.
Washington Post - 3 hours ago
By Brian Farkas AP GILBERT, W.Va., May 10 -- West Virginia's governor activated 300 more National Guard troops Sunday, sending them to help residents in the southern part of the state recover from weekend flooding that destroyed at least 300 buildings, ...
Guard Assists Amid Flooding in W. Virginia New York Times
National Guard troops helping flood victims in WVa The Associated Press
NE's identity bolsters gay marriage tolerance
Boston Globe - 3 hours ago
Lawmakers in Maine legalized same-sex marriage last week, making it the fourth state in New England to do so. (Pat Wellenbach/ Associated Press) By Jenna Russell Two days before he voted to approve same-sex marriage, Larry Sirois stood and faced the ...
ACLU chief: Same-sex marriage 'a sure thing' Philadelphia Inquirer
Religious freedom and gay marriage can coexist Los Angeles Times
For Cheney, GOP needs more Rush, less Powell
Seattle Times - 59 minutes ago
Former Vice President Dick Cheney said Sunday he preferred Rush Limbaugh's brand of conservatism to former Secretary of State Colin Powell's.
Cheney's Model Republican: More Limbaugh, Less Powell New York Times
Washington, D.C.: Cheney doubts Powell's GOP cred Chicago Tribune
Chrysler: China Operations Unaffected By US Bankruptcy Filing
Wall Street Journal - 4 hours ago
BEIJING (Dow Jones)--Chrysler LLC's global operations, including those in China, won't be affected by the company's bankruptcy proceedings in the US, the auto maker said in a statement Monday.
Experts say GM bankruptcy almost inevitable The Associated Press
Who can forget British Leyland? Automotive News
Centrica to buy 20% stake in British Energy for $3.5 billion
MarketWatch - 25 minutes ago
By Aude Lagorce, MarketWatch LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Centrica Plc on Monday said it will pay Electricite de France 2.3 billion pounds ($3.5 billion) for a 20% stake in nuclear-electricity generator British Energy after renegotiating the terms of an ...
Centrica confirms deal for British Energy stake Times Online
Asian shares gain
Reuters - 1 hour ago
By Rafael Nam HONG KONG (Reuters) - Asian shares extended their rally on Monday and riskier assets such as the euro held on to recent gains, but warnings about an impending pullback are growing amid weak corporate results and views that any global ...
Credit Suisse Plans Japan Trading Service Wall Street Journal
Most Asia markets extend gains after US job data The Associated Press
Shuttle poised for launch, weather near perfect
The Associated Press - 50 minutes ago
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - Space shuttle Atlantis is poised to lift off on NASA's final trip to the Hubble Space Telescope. The launch is scheduled for Monday afternoon.
Astronauts Ready For Repair Trip to Battered Hubble Washington Post
More details emerge on Wolfram Alpha
ZDNet - 1 hour ago
Set to launch this month, Wolfram Alpha promises to be the next big thing from the same guy who transformed mathematical software.
Twitter's Trouble With Repeat Users
New York Times - 8 hours ago
By TEDDY WAYNE Though Oprah Winfrey has had a galvanic effect on Twitter's popularity, many of the microblogging site's new users are signing up, then demurring.
Our Last Post About Twitter (Today ? Maybe) Washington Post
Twitter's Long-Term Viability ClickZ News
'Star Trek' tops Oz boxoffice
Hollywood Reporter - 2 hours ago
By Frank Segers The rejuvenated "Star Trek," from director JJ Abrams, blasted off to No. 1 in Australia and other international markets over the weekend, grossing an estimated $35.5 million from more than 5000 screens in 54 territories.
Heidi Klum & Seal Renew Vows 'Achy Breaky' Style
People Magazine - 8 hours ago
By Jennifer Garcia and Pernilla Cedenheim It was business in the front and party in the back for Seal as he donned a fake mullet for an unconventional wedding vow renewal ceremony with Heidi Klum on the Malibu shore.
The Ticker: Celebrity news Chicago Tribune
Carrie Prejean -- Who's the Boob Now?
TMZ.com - 58 minutes ago
Those topless photos of Miss USA California Carrie Prejean were taken after she turned 18, according to one of her former pageant sponsors.
Carrie Prejean, God's Prophet or Porn Star? Religion Dispatches
Davis comes up 'Big' in Game 4
SI.com - 2 hours ago
ORLANDO -- Glen (Big Baby) Davis rose up glistening in his own sweat like a baby killer whale leaping out of the water. One should be careful in guessing the thoughts of others but in this case it was simple.
Imposing man, even bigger shot Boston Globe
Celtics beat Magic, 95-94, on jumper at final horn Los Angeles Times
Stenson runs away with TPC
Boston Globe - 56 minutes ago
Henrik Stenson and caddie Fanny Sunesson were a winning team at The Players Championship. (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) By Michael Whitmer PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.
Henrik Stenson wins The Players Championship; Tiger finishes 8th New York Daily News
TPC runner-up Ian Poulter marvels at Henrik Stenson's play Chicago Tribune
Battier surprises himself with Game 4 performance
Houston Chronicle - 2 hours ago
By SAM KHAN JR. Copyright 2009 Houston Chronicle Rockets forward Shane Battier, left, harassed Lakers guard Kobe Bryant into his worst shooting day (7-for-17) and point total (15) of the series Sunday.
Lamar Odom's injury gives Lakers one more reason to worry Los Angeles Times
Lakers a no-show vs. Yao-less Rockets FOXSports.com
2 More Swine Flu Deaths
New York Times - 10 hours ago
By JOSHUA BRUSTEIN Two additional deaths attributed to swine flu were reported over the weekend, with both victims suffering from other health conditions.
H1N1 case not yet confirmed as swine flu Billings Gazette
China Reports First Case of Swine Flu
New York Times - 27 minutes ago
By MICHAEL WINES BEIJING - - China has recorded its first case of swine flu, a 30-year-old man who flew last Friday from St. Louis to Chengdu, the Health Ministry said Monday.
Swine flu found on China mainland BBC News
Flu Deaths Outside Mexico Climb to 5
New York Times - 5 hours ago
By AP SEATTLE (AP) - The number of swine flu-related deaths outside Mexico has inched up to five, with the United States reporting its third fatality and Costa Rica its first, both involving men who also had underlying illnesses.
Video:
3rd US Swine Flu Death Reported
The Associated Press
Developments on swine flu worldwide The Associated Press
Obama full of jabs at reporters' annual dinner
USA Today - 6 hours ago
By Evan Agostini, AP By Cindy Clark, USA TODAY WASHINGTON - President Obama joked about celebrating the "10-day anniversary of my first 100 days in office" at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on Sunday.
Obama Delivers the Zingers at Journalists' Dinner Washington Post
Pot proposal's impact depends on federal law
San Francisco Chronicle - 58 minutes ago
When California became the first state to legalize medical marijuana in 1996, the federal government responded by closing down pot clubs, prosecuting suppliers, threatening doctors who recommended the drug, and successfully battling co-ops and patients ...
Local officials: What's governor smoking? Appeal-Democrat
Governor Schwarzenegger fires up pot debate Whittier Daily News
Boy playing with toy gun is shot by sheriff's deputy
Los Angeles Times - 2 hours ago
The boy pointed the gun at officers, who shot him once before determining that 'it was a juvenile playing cops and robbers,' sheriff's spokesman says.
LA County deputy shoots boy carrying toy handgun San Jose Mercury News