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Floridians Press Obama With Their Wish-Lists Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
WASHINGTON - Floridians, including elected officials from Tampa Bay, are looking to President Barack Obama and his administration to meet a raft of expectations.
Havel improves, could leave hospital soon Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
The condition of former Czech president Vaclav Havel, in hospital with severe respiratory problems since January 12, keeps improving and doctors may decide on his release on Wednesday, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Vocal Madagascar mayor calls for strike to 'reclaim democracy Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
The mayor of Madagascar's capital Antananarivo, who has branded the Indian Ocean island's government a dictatorship, called for a strike on Monday to "reclaim democracy."
China tells Obama's Treasury pick it is not manipulating currency Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
China denied Friday that it was manipulating its currency, reacting to a statement by US President Barack Obama's Treasury secretary-designate Timothy Geithner.
China tells Obama Treasury pick it is not manipulating currency Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
China denied Friday that it was manipulating its currency, reacting to a statement by US President Barack Obama's Treasury secretary-designate Timothy Geithner.
Sudan denies human rights violations in Darfur Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Sudan has denied committing human rights violations against displaced people in Darfur, where 33 civilians were killed by security forces in August according to a UN probe.
China's central bank denies manipulating currency Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
China's central bank on Saturday denied it was manipulating the country's currency, reacting to a statement by US President Barack Obama's Treasury secretary-designate Timothy Geithner.
SHORT STACK Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Hundreds of homes in the Silverado area are undergoing repairs in a preemptive strike against faulty plumbing that?s at the heart of a multimillion-dollar class action lawsuit.
Restoration outlook is dreary Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Preservation of Kiel Ranch hasn?t gained much traction, but many hold tightly to hope. The lonely pair of historic Kiel Ranch buildings ? well, what remains of them ? appear haggard, just off Interstate 15 in North Las Vegas, barred from human contact by a brick wall topped with steel bars.
Mayor keeps legalization debate going Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
He suggests prostitutes could be treated very well. Mayor Oscar Goodman insists he?s not in favor of legalizing prostitution in downtown Las Vegas. He just wants there to be an open discussion of the topic.
New focus, new look for gallery Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Bellagio goes contemporary for exhibit from San Diego museum. A contemporary exhibit that isn?t all Warhol is a bit risky for a Las Vegas gallery that has made its money on throngs of tourists flocking to see branded artists and old masterpiece paintings worth millions of dollars.
UNLV has no time to celebrate Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Rebels have learned once this season that a big road win doesn?t keep the doubters at bay. I used to think when teams ran off the court the way the Rebels did after snapping BYU?s 25-game home court conference winning streak Wednesday night at the Marriott Center in Provo, it was because they were totally stoked about what they had just accomplished, or that they wanted to get to the locker room before the refs changed their minds.
Jon Ralston hopes the Democrats have a better plan than they?ve shown so far Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
I was chatting recently with a conservative Republican, one whose anti-tax bona fides are impeccable, and he was expressing his frustration bordering on fury as he watched Gov. Jim Gibbons? State of the State speech.
Protecting the wilderness Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Future generations would benefit from legislation Reid pushed through the Senate. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid prodded fellow senators last week to get off to a fast and effective start this year because of the problems the nation faces. One piece of legislation the Nevada Democrat expected would be quickly passed was a bill to set aside more than 2 million acres in nine states for wilderness protection to ?preserve our environment for the enjoyment of generations to come.?
Felonious flying Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Terrorism law?s expansion goes too far in trying to control unruly airline passengers. During a flight to Denver on Frontier Airlines, Tamera Jo Freeman swatted her two children on the thighs after they quarreled over a window shade and then spilled a drink in her lap.
Possible funding alternative Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Creation of a taxing district for University Medical Center is an idea worth exploring. As the Las Vegas Valley?s only government-run hospital, University Medical Center plays a crucial role as a health care safety net for Southern Nevadans. The hospital has the only Level 1 trauma center in Clark County and the state?s only burn care facility, and it serves all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
Buckley slams Gibbons on consumer health office Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
CARSON CITY ? Assembly Speaker Barbara Buckley introduced the bill in 1999 to create the state?s Consumer Health Assistance Office.
State?s reps vent with bailout votes Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
WASHINGTON ? Nevada?s lawmakers have reflected public discontent over the Wall Street bailout by voting against the next release of money.
Judges can leave the bench, keep judging Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
One of the perks of winning a seat on the District Court bench in Nevada is that you never really have to give up your judicial robes, even if you decide to leave in the middle of your term.
BRYAN: DUMP PLAN DEMISE IS NOT A LOCK Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
He warns against gutting the state agency fighting the nuclear repository. By all accounts, the plan to put a nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain is all but dead.
Civilian from Vegas won?t face court martial, will return home Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Las Vegan Justin Price wont be court martialed in connection with a fire that damaged a Predator drone at an air base in Iraq, military authorities said Thursday.
Veterans keeping wish-list moderate Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Agency chief hopes lawmakers will preserve benefits, services in a budget season marked by deep cuts. For military veterans, the small things matter. Like being able to take advantage of disabled parking privileges and still have a Purple Heart license plate.
Card check issue stalls panel?s vote on nominee Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Republicans want to know how Solis stands on bill they oppose, unions want badly. WASHINGTON President Barack Obamas nominee for Labor secretary is running into fierce resistance from Republicans over her reluctance to state her views clearly on legislation that would make it easier for unions to organize.
Gas Prices Show Signs Of Leveling Off Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Nationwide average up 5 cents from last week. Motorists hitting the road this weekend should find gasoline prices are higher than they were last weekend, but not by much.
NutriSystem Relents, Offers Refunds to Sickened Customers Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Peanut butter granola bars among hundreds of food products recalled. A Virginia woman says she became "deathly ill" after eating some of NutriSystem's peanut butter granola bars.
Indian PM 'stable' after heart surgery: reports Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was in "stable" condition after doctors completed heart bypass surgery Saturday on the 76-year-old leader, Indian media reported.
Indian PM 'stable' after heart surgery: reports Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Doctors completed open heart surgery Saturday on India's 76-year-old Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and later shifted him to an intensive care unit, Indian media reported.
Critics rave over 'Slumdog Millionaire,' Indian public mixed Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
"Slumdog Millionaire" received rave reviews from Indian critics Saturday after it went on general release across the country, but a more mixed response from audiences.
Best-selling author modest about Slumdog's success Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Vikas Swarup is extremely modest for an author whose novel inspired the hit film "Slumdog Millionaire" that has won four Golden Globes and 10 Oscar nominations -- but then he's a diplomat.
Best-selling author modest about Slumdog's success Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Vikas Swarup is extremely modest for an author whose novel inspired the hit film "Slumdog Millionaire" that has won four Golden Globes and 10 Oscar nominations -- but then he's a diplomat.
Indian PM undergoes heart bypass surgery Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
India's 76-year-old Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday, raising questions about his political future with general elections looming.
Indian critics praise 'Slumdog Millionaire,' audiences mixed Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
"Slumdog Millionaire" received rave reviews from Indian critics Saturday after it went on general release across the country, but a more mixed response from audiences.
Pakistan should get more US aid: Musharraf Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf complained in an interview Friday that Afghanistan was getting much more US aid than Pakistan, despite its role as a top US ally against terror.
Best-selling author modest about Slumdog's success Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Vikas Swarup is extremely modest for an author whose novel inspired the hit film "Slumdog Millionaire" that has won four Golden Globes and 10 Oscar nominations -- but then he's a diplomat.
Indian PM undergoes heart bypass surgery Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
India's 76-year-old Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday, raising questions about his political future with general elections looming.
Indian pilots count on cabin crew to stay awake Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian pilots have a new weapon to combat mid-flight fatigue: talking with their cabin crew.
Indian pilots count on cabin crew to stay awake Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian pilots have a new weapon to combat mid-flight fatigue: talking with their cabin crew.
Belgian knifeman charged over Belgian creche stabbings Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
A 20-year-old Belgian man has been charged with killing two infants and a 54-year-old female employee at a child daycare centre and has been remanded in custody, prosecutors said Saturday.
Indian PM in heart surgery: report Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday in an operation that raises questions about his political future.
Indian PM in heart surgery: report Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday in an operation that raises questions about his political future.
Indian PM undergoes heart bypass surgery: reports Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday at a leading hospital in New Delhi, reports said.
Indian PM in hospital for heart surgery Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was admitted to hospital Friday ahead of heart bypass surgery over the weekend, officials said.
Indian PM undergoes heart bypass surgery: reports Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday at a leading hospital in New Delhi, reports said.
Indian PM undergoes heart bypass surgery: reports Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh underwent heart bypass surgery Saturday at a leading hospital in New Delhi, reports said.
Juve looking to overcome injuries to keep up with Inter Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Injury-plagued Juventus face a stern test of their title credentials when they host Fiorentina in the standout match of the weekend.
Tiny Schirrhein add touch of romance to football French Cup Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:00 EST
Tiny Schirrhein, whose entire village population of 2,000 would fit into even the most modest of football stadiums, have their chance of French Cup glory as the seventh-tier club host Toulouse this weekend.
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