BBC News | Obama's Speech on Afghanistan to Envision Exit New York Times Senior administration officials said that the timetable will not be tied to particular conditions on the ground in Afghanistan. By PETER BAKER, ERIC SCHMITT and DAVID E. SANGER This article is by Peter Baker, Eric Schmitt and David E. Sanger. ... us Cool to Surge in Afghanistan's Own Force |
Times Online | Train traffic resumes after deadly train crash in northwest Russia RIA Novosti MOSCOW, November 29 (RIA Novosti) - Train traffic has fully resumed on the route between Moscow and Saint Petersburg where a high-speed train carrying hundreds of passengers was derailed on Friday by a bomb attack that killed at least 26 people. ... Bomb pieces steer Russian inquiry toward terror plot Russia says homemade bomb caused deadly train derailment Bomb blamed in train crash |
Times Online | Party Crashers Said to Have Met Obama in Dinner Receiving Line Bloomberg Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama met in the receiving line an uninvited couple who slipped past security at this week's state dinner honoring India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, a photograph ... State dinner crashers met president in line Party Crashers Cause a Hangover |
Globe and Mail | Crashers spark review of state dinner security USA Today WASHINGTON â€" The Secret Service is investigating how a Virginia couple slipped through security checkpoints and crashed President Obama's first state dinner this week, Ed Donovan, a spokesman for the agency, said Thursday ... Obamas' Uninvited Guests Prompt an Inquiry State dinner crashers spur White House security probe Gate-crashers also seen at inauguration |
The Associated Press | Thanksgiving wishes from Lincoln, Truman, Reagan and -- now -- Obama Los Angeles Times On Thanksgiving, our most home-grown of holidays, we at The Ticket would like to offer you a helping of history along with that turkey. We c » |
Globe and Mail | Toasts by the President and the Prime Minister New York Times Following is a transcript of toasts by President Obama and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India at the state dinner on Nov. 24, provided by the White House. The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around ... Obama seeks stronger ties with India Old standards with modern flourishes as Obamas host first state dinner Power By Day, Glamour By Night |
Globe and Mail | Senators voice optimism on public option Boston Globe WASHINGTON - Buoyed by their weekend victory on a vote beginning the health care debate, several Senate Democrats expressed optimism yesterday they could find a way to keep a government-run insurance plan in the sweeping bill. ... Negotiations begin anew over health bill For GOP, Health Is Only One Battle on Road to '10 Elections |
Opelika Auburn News | Rhodes scholars include 2 Chicago-area residents, U. of C. grad Chicago Tribune Two residents of the Chicago area and a University of Chicago graduate are among the 32 Americans chosen this year as Rhodes scholars, the foundation behind the program announced over the weekend. ... Swimmers, poets among 2010 Rhodes Scholars from US Marietta woman named Rhodes Scholar Rhodes pushback |
Washington Post | Historic health care bill clears Senate hurdle The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" Invoking the memory of Edward M. Kennedy, Democrats united Saturday night to push historic health care legislation past a key Senate hurdle over the opposition of Republicans eager to inflict a punishing defeat on President Barack Obama. ... Senate Clears Way for Debate on Health-Care Plan Sweeteners for the South Health Care Legislation Clears Hurdle In Senate |
ABC News | Senate Democrats push crucial health vote Boston Globe AP / November 21, 2009 WASHINGTON - With no margin for rebellion, Senate Democrats pushed toward a crucial test vote tonight on their sweeping health care bill, with wavering moderates appearing to be f » |
AFP | New Guidelines: Pap Smears Should Start At Age 21 New York Times By REUTERS CHICAGO (Reuters) - Women in the United States should start cervical cancer screening at age 21 and most do not need an annual Pap smear, according to new guidelines issued on Friday that aim to reduce the risk of unnecessary treatment. ... ABC News Medical Unit Report: 20-somethings can go 2 years between Paps Screening for Cervical Cancer Should Start at 21 |
BBC News | A Daytime Network Franchise Bets on Her Future With Cable New York Times Harpo Productions, via AP Oprah Winfrey, with Tom Cruise, in a 2008 photo. Ms. Winfrey's show on ABC will end on Sept. 9, 2011, in its 25th season. George Burns/Harpo Productions, via Associated Press Whitney Houston, ... The Oprah effect: Winners and losers 'Oprah' sign-off leaves huge void Oprah Winfrey Show 'will close in 2011' |
CBS News | Israel ranks 32 in global corruption index Jerusalem Post Israel was ranked 32nd in Transparency International's Corruption Perception Index (CPI) which was released Tuesday. Israel moved up one spot from its 2008 ranking, with a score of 6.1 out of 10. The index ranks the 180 participating ... Israel perceived to be a little less corrupt than it was in 2008 Brazil a little less corrupt, says Transparency International Annual Report Finds Sub-Saharan Africa Especi » |
BBC News | us, China make progress in tackling climate change Washington Post Buried in the text of Tuesday's joint declaration between the President Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao was a significant climate announcement: The Obama administration will offer concrete emission reduction ... US, China revive hopes of deal at climate talks Obama wins no concessions from China on points at issue During Visit, Obama Skirts Chinese Political Sensitivities |
Los Angeles Times | New mammogram recommendations spark controversy Newsday Photo credit: June 2000 File / Jim McGuire | A government task force advises that most women do not need mammograms until their 50th birthday. In a dramatic reversal that has stirred wide debate, a key government panel has recommended that women should ... Experts question motives of mammogram guidelines In Reversal, Panel Urges Mammograms at 50, Not 40 Report: Mammograms may not be needed until age 50 |
Sydney Morning Herald | APEC Summit Ends with Pledge to Conclude Doha Round of Trade Talks Voice of America By VOA News Asia-Pacific leaders ended their summit in Singapore Sunday with a final statement that pledged a conclusion of the Doha Round of global trade talks in 2010, but removed targets for carbon emissions cuts. The 21-member Asia-Pacific Economic ... Apec leaders in climate warning SNAP ANALYSIS-APEC nations back face-saving climate plan APEC to Maintain Stimulus Until 'Durable' Recovery |
Indian Express | Obama to Congress: Hold off Fort Hood hearings Houston Chronicle WASHINGTON â€" President Barack Obama c » |
Globe and Mail | Obama Welcomes China's Expanded Role On World Scene Voice of America By VOA News US President Barack Obama says he welcomes a strong and prosperous China on the world scene, but he cautioned that » |
ABC News | Lou Dobbs' next move remains a mystery Newsday The day after one of the most dramatic exits in CNN history - the most? - the reasons for said exit remain elusive. "I have no idea what Lou's gonna do," said one high-level industry source. And apparently, this person's not alone. ... Dobbs quits CNN Lou Dobbs makes mistake in resigning from CNN UPDATE 1-John King to replace cnn's departing Lou Dobbs |
Daily Mail | Obama and war council weigh Afghan troop boost Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama and his war council weighed final options for a new Afghanistan strategy on Wednesday, as a proposed 30000-plus troop increase gained favor among top advisers, ... US Afghan Envoy Urges Caution on Troop Increase Obama warns Afghan commitment 'not open-ended': official Obama, Security Team Meet as Afghan Decision Nears |
Telegraph.co.uk | Obama war council weighs Afghan troop boost Reuters WASHINGTON, Nov 11 (Reuters) - US President Barack Obama and his war council weighed final options for a new Afghanistan strategy on Wednesday, as a proposed 30000-plus troop increase gained favor among top advisers, ... US Afghan Envoy Urges Caution on Troop Increase US ambassador dissents on Afghan troop increase Obama, Security Team Meet as Afghan Decision Nears |
guardian.co.uk | Text of Obama's Remarks at the Fort Hood Ceremony New York Times By AP The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around the nation. Join the discussion. To the Fort Hood community; to Adm. Mullen; Gen. Casey; Gen. Cone; Secretary mchugh; Secretary Gates; most importantly, ... Fort Hood memorial service: Obama points to sacrifices ahead Obama salutes Fort Hood victims, promises justice Obama: Gunman in US base rampage to pay for crimes |
