Football: midtjylland 0-1 man city (agg 1-1): man city win 4-2 on penalties
Manchester City have reached the knockout stages of the UEFA Cup, after defeating Danish FC Midtjylland in a penalty shoot-out.
Football: the champions league draw in full
Find out who Man United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal and Celtic will face in their Champions League groups.
Football: champions league debate: which british club will go the furthest in europe?
Champions League Debate: Which British club will go the furthest in Europe?
Scottish indie rockers The Fratellis have been revealing all to Mirror.co.uk - about how they feel about their massive hit Chelsea Dagger and how it keeps popping up in the most peculiar places
A constellation of stars have been born over the past five series of Strictly Come Dancing, since it was first launched in 2004...
Celebs news: big brother facing fresh bullying claims
Big Brother is facing new claims of bullying after more than 1,000 viewers complained to Channel Four that two male contestants were ganging up on a female houesemate.
Celebs news: britney spears to team up with olympic hero michael phelps at mtv vmas
Britney Spears is to make her return to the MTV VMAs accompanied by Olympic swimming golden boy Michael Phelps.
Review: get loaded in the park 2008
Despite often being overshadowed by the major summer festivals, Get Loaded in the Park on Clapham Common held its own this year, not even allowing the cider drought halfway through the day dampen, or rather, dry out spirits.
Blackburn have completed the signing of MK Dons midfielder Keith Andrews on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Us judge makes potential landmark ruling for online copyright
A US judge has thrown out a copyright infringement case against Veoh Networks Inc, an Internet video start-up with high-profile Hollywood backers, ruling that video-sharing companies are not solely responsible for policing piracy that may take place on their sites.
Us economic growth revised to 3.3%
The US economy expanded at a stronger-than-first-reported 3.3 per cent annual rate in the second quarter, as consumer spending and net exports were more robust than initially estimated and inventories fell less sharply, a government report showed today.
Battle of britain looms after draw
Holders Manchester United will face Celtic in the Champions League group stages following the draw in Monaco.
wild wild web: from the divine to the ridiculous
The good people of suburban Toronto are all in a lather at the moment because a tree trunk in a garden there appears to bear a resemblance to the Virgin Mary
The FTSE 100 was up 13.9 points at 5542 and the FTSE 250 was up 58.3 points at 9195.4p at 11.48am today. The banking sector rallied on the FTSE 100, cheered by results from Credit Agricole, which were not as bad as expected. As result, HBOS gained 13.75p to 307p, claiming second place on the leader board.
Manny who? bay picks up slack for red sox
By JACK CURRY The Boston Red Sox’ greatest desire on July 31 was to trade Manny Ramírez and eliminate a recurring headache. Obviously, the Red Sox wanted something back for Ramírez, but they mostly wanted to jettison an intolerable player.Sleep-deprived Kotsay debuts with Sox MLB.comKotsay arrives on a rescue mission Boston GlobeBoston Herald - Hartford Courant - Detroit Free Press - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Man united gets celtic in champions league draw
MONTE CARLO, Monaco (AP) - Defending champion Manchester United will face British rival Celtic in the group stage of the Champions League.United handed kind Champions League draw CNN InternationalManchester United face Celtic in Champions League Times OnlineVitalfootball - CBC.ca - Independent - AFP
Wake forest demon deacons vs. baylor bears preview, august 28 2008 ...
For the first time in school history, Wake Forest begins a season as a ranked squad. The Demon Deacons have high hopes as they open in Waco, facing Baylor.Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Baylor Bears: College Football ... Point-Spreads.comBaylor Bears hit stage to launch Art Briles era Waco Tribune HeraldSportingNews.com - Hartford Courant - Fort Worth Star Telegram - Houston Chronicle
Chicago sports scribe jay mariotti says he’s not coming to boston
By Jessica Heslam Jay Mariotti, the big name sports columnist who abruptly quit the Chicago Sun-Times because he says newspapers are dying, shot down speculation today that he’s coming to Boston.Mariotti: Love-hate even in exit Chicago TribuneThe truth about Jay leaving Chicago Sun-TimesThe Canadian Press - Deadspin - St. Louis Post-Dispatch - SportsBusiness Daily (subscription)
13-year-old new jersey football player died from undetected heart ...
A 13-year-old New Jersey football player who collapsed during practice Monday and later died had an undetected heart condition, WNBC is reporting.2nd teen dies after football practice The Star-Ledger - NJ.comCliffside Park football player dies of head injury amNewYork1010 Wins - NJ.com - myfoxny.com - WCBS-TV New York
Racetrack workers aren’t paid minimum wage, state agency finds
By STEVEN GREENHOUSE With its stately beau monde setting, the Saratoga Race Course is the place to be in August for highbrow horse lovers.Investigation Focuses On Saratoga Backstretch Hartford CourantTrack labor claims loom Glens Falls Post-StarSchenectady Gazette - The Saratogian - Albany Times Union - Newsday
Blogger arrested, bailed over guns n’ roses copyright infringement
By Jane Ivory A 27-year-old man from Culver City, Los Angeles, was arrested Wednesday by federal police on suspicion of violating federal copyright law after posting online nine previously unreleased songs from 1990s rock icon Guns N’ Roses.US blogger bailed over Roses leak BBC NewsGuns n Roses leaker faces prison time ZDNetLos Angeles Times - E! Online - Reuters - Spinner
Orange france admits to capping iphone 3g speeds
By Jacqueline Emigh, BetaNews Hit with a petition from some thousands of irate French customers, wireless operator Orange has reportedly admitted to throttling download speeds for the iPhone 3G, and is promising some relief by September 15.Orange owns up to download speed limit for all 3G devices Ars TechnicaReport: Orange backs off iPhone 3G throttling CNET NewsInformationWeek - IntoMobile - Macworld - The Tech Herald
Logitech announces squeezebox boombox
by Tim Gideon It makes sense: Logitech makes quality speakers, and Logitech now manufactures the Squeezebox line, so why not make a combo product?Logitech Squeezebox Boom: The ultimate Wi-Fi radio? CNET NewsLogitech Squeezebox Boom wireless music player makes Sonos look ... DVICEDigitaltrends.com - Twice - MarketWatch - eFluxMedia
Apple working on iphone update to fix security flaw (update1)
By Connie Guglielmo Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. is readying a software update to the iPhone, fixing a security flaw in the device that gives unauthorized access to contacts and e-mails.Security Flaw Exposes Private Data on iPhone TMCnetiPhone security flaw exposes private data ReutersVideo/Imaging DesignLine
Italy to summon indian envoy over violence
AP ROME: The Italian government says it will summon the Indian ambassador in Rome as it steps up pressure on India to curb anti-Christian violence.Indian Prime Minister Seeks End to Religious Clashes in Orissa BloombergThousands Homeless After Hindu-Christian Violence in India New York TimesAFP - Reuters India - Times of Malta - CNN International
Dalai lama in hospital after suffering stomach pain
The Dalai Lama has been admitted to hospital in India for tests after complaining of stomach pain. The office of the 73-year-old Tibetan spiritual leader said he was suffering from exhaustion and had cancelled two planned international trips.Dalai Lama hospitalised with stomach pain: spokesman AFPDalai Lama Admitted to Hospital Voice of AmericaThe Associated Press - Times Online - Reuters India
Anwar makes victorious return to malaysian parliament
By Nancy-Amelia Collins Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim was sworn in as a member of parliament after winning a crucial by-election by a landslide, bringing him closer to his pledge to topple the government.Anwar, back in Malaysia parliament, stages walkout The Associated PressMalaysia censors web after poll losses Financial TimesEconomist - AFP - New York Times - BBC News
After georgia, us fears interests at risk in ukraine, azerbaijan
WASHINGTON (AFP) - The United States is worried that after the Georgian conflict, US strategic interests in Ukraine and Azerbaijan -- especially in oil -- could be at serious risk.Russia grain exports snags logistical, not political guardian.co.ukRussia steps up security of its navy facilities in Ukraine RIA NovostiXinhua - Reuters India - Monsters and Critics.com - International Herald Tribune
What is known about missing man?
As police prepare to enter the arson-hit Shropshire home of missing businessman Christopher Foster, his wife Jill and daughter Kirstie, more details are emerging of a man described by a friend as "happy go lucky" but by a judge as lacking the "basic ...Investigators prepare to search mansion for missing millionaire ... Times OnlinePolice prepare to enter fire-damaged home of missing millionaire guardian.co.ukThe Press Association - Reuters UK - CNN International - Melbourne Herald Sun
Signs grow for imminent election
OTTAWA (Reuters) - In another sign of an imminent federal election, the leader of the opposition Bloc Quebecois agreed on Thursday to meet Prime Minister Stephen Harper this week to see if there was any common ground.Canada government may call Oct. 14 election-source ReutersConservatives ready to launch pre-campaign ads CTV.caCanada.com - The Canadian Press - United Press International - The Associated Press
Pm terror threat men are charged
Three men questioned over an alleged threat to assassinate Gordon Brown have been charged with terror offences, Lancashire Police have said.UK: 3 men charged with terror offenses International Herald TribuneBrown-Blair assassination plot: three men charged guardian.co.ukThe Press Association - Voice of America - Lancashire Telegraph - Politics.co.uk
China has head start over west for iraq oil
By Simon Webb DUBAI, Aug 28 (Reuters) - China crossed the line first in the race for big oil contracts in post-Saddam Iraq and has gained a head start over Western oil majors in the competition for future energy deals.China hails three-billion-dollar oil deal with Iraq AFPChina, Iraq reach $3 billion oil service deal The Associated PressBBC News - Times of India - International Herald Tribune - San Jose Mercury News
Gustav threatens gop convention plans
by FOXNews.com Mindful of the pitfalls of hosting cocktail parties while Gulf Coast residents are being evacuated, John McCain’s campaign suggested Thursday that Republicans could postpone their upcoming national convention in St.New Orleans Bracing for Tropical Storm Gustav New York TimesThree years after Katrina, Gulf ports at risk ReutersUSA Today - TIME - Bloomberg - AccuWeather.com
2nd girl charged in logan square acid attack
A second teenage girl has been charged with throwing acid in the face of a 48-year-old woman during a street robbery in the Logan Square neighborhood last month.Second teen girl charged in Logan Square attack Chicago Sun-TimesTeenage Girl Charged In Caustic Liquid Attack CBS2 ChicagoNBC5.com
Judge: yank clayton school board members
By MEGAN MATTEUCCI, JOHN HOLLIS A state judge has recommended that Gov. Sonny Perdue immediately remove four Clayton County school board members as the schools await a decision Thursday on whether they will lose their accreditation.Ga. District Loses Accreditation; First in Decades ABC NewsGroup: Ga. district 3rd in years to lose standing The Associated PressWXIA-TV - MyFox Atlanta - WSBtv.com - Macon Telegraph
Oil prices fall as storm heads toward gulf
By CLIFFORD KRAUSS HOUSTON - Oil producers and refiners have begun to halt production and evacuate workers from facilities in the Gulf of Mexico, anticipating that Tropical Storm Gustav could pick up speed as it feeds on warm waters over the next ...Natural Gas Falls as Supplies Gain, Declining Gustav Concern BloombergEnergy cos, govts brace for the worst from Gustav ForbesMarketWatch - Bizjournals.com - Wall Street Journal - Seeking Alpha
Williams-sonoma says profit fell, lowers forecasts (update3)
By Cotten Timberlake and Beth Jinks Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Williams-Sonoma Inc., the biggest US gourmet-cookware chain, said second-quarter earnings dropped 29 percent and reduced its annual forecast after it cut prices to attract shoppers discouraged ...Williams-Sonoma 2Q profit falls 29 percent BusinessWeekSales and profit slump at Williams-Sonoma, CEO says more to come Bizjournals.comWall Street Journal - Motley Fool - Reuters - MarketWatch
Obama speech will prompt closure of i-25
Commuter traffic patterns have been lighter this week throughout the Democratic National Convention, but the crush is expected to occur Thursday afternoon and into the evening as people head for Invesco Field at Mile High and a 5.5-mile section of ...Video: Raw Video: Obama Prepares for Convention Speech AssociatedPressDemocrats Try to Minimize Stadium’s Political Risks New York TimesWashington Post - Chicago Tribune - Los Angeles Times - Chicago Daily Herald
Jersey beach closed after reports of medical waste find
Another beach in southern New Jersey has been closed today after receiving reports of more medical waste found on the beach -- this time in Ocean City.Three Ocean City beaches closed due to medical waste Philadelphia InquirerMedical Waste Shuts Down Ocean City Beach CBS 36abc.com - MyFox Philadelphia - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - NBC 10.com
Jobless benefits down, but still high
Fewer people signed up for jobless benefits during the week ended Aug. 23 than in previous weeks, according to the Department of Labor.Jobless claims ease for 3rd straight week CNNMoney.comUS Initial Jobless Claims Fall 10000 to 425000 (Update2) BloombergMarketWatch - Reuters - The Associated Press - Providence Business News
Fannie mae restructures management, replaces cfo
Fannie Mae announced Wednesday a series of senior management changes related to its capital management and credit loss reduction plan.Fannie Rises for Sixth Day as Mudd Replaces Deputies (Update1) BloombergShares of Fannie, Freddie up for 4th straight day ForbesReuters - GlobeSt. com - RTT News - Washington Post
Struggling lehman plans to lay off 1500
By JENNY ANDERSON and ERIC DASH Lehman Brothers, the ailing Wall Street bank, plans to lay off as many as 1500 employees, or nearly 6 percent of its work force, before it announces third-quarter results on Sept.Neuberger Would Carry Extra Cost: Incentives Wall Street JournalLehman Said to Weigh Bids From KKR, Bain for Neuberger Berman BloombergWall Street Journal Blogs - Forbes - MarketWatch - New York Times Blogs
Sprint lines up partners for wimax
Sprint Nextel Corp. has partnered with several service providers to offer WiMAX mobile broadband customers information tailored to their locations.Sprint Integrates Location-Based Services Into Its WiMax Network ... Washington PostSprint brings more partners aboard for WiMAX rollout NetworkWorld.comMarketWatch - Wireless Week - Kansas City Star - InfoWorld
Boeing donates $1m to mlk memorial
Boeing will donate $1 million toward building a lasting memorial to Dr. King on the National Mall in Washington, DC James Bell, corporate president, chief financial officer and executive vice president, made the announcement at a breakfast Boeing ...Boeing Gives $1M to MLK Memorial Washington Post38 Stations "Build The Dream" With Clear Channel FMQBMarketWatch - Streaming Magazine - Tulsa World - Insurance News Net (press release)
Man, 65, dies after contracting west nile virus
By Sewell Chan A 65-year-old man who lived on Staten Island and contracted West Nile virus died in mid-August, the first death linked to the virus in New York City this year, the city’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene announced on Thursday.City: Staten Island Man Dead From West Nile Virus New York SunLI Man, 75, Dies of West Nile Virus New York TimesGreat Falls Tribune - Southtown Star - phillyBurbs.com - Vauxhall Advance
E. coli outbreak focuses on locust grove restaurant; number of ill ...
Your Right to Know: Open records and databases for public use. A special Web project by NewsOK.com and The Oklahoman. By John David Sutter A state investigation into an E. coli bacteria outbreak in northeast Oklahoma is now focused exclusively on the ...Oklahoma E. Coli Outbreak is Out of Control Newsinferno.comOkla. Health Leaders Race To Contain E. coli Outbreak KOCOFOXNews - ChattahBox - dBTechno - Tulsa World
Democrats try to minimize stadium’s political risks
Changes were still being made on Wednesday at Invesco Field, the home of the Denver Broncos, where Senator Barack Obama will deliver his acceptance speech before 75000 people.Video: Raw Video: Obama Prepares for Convention Speech AssociatedPressStadium speech is big production with potential for pitfalls Chicago TribuneWashington Post - Bizjournals.com - Los Angeles Times - TIME
Officials say central texas gas explosion is under control
A natural gas explosion rocked a rural area southeast of Austin in Caldwell County on Thursday morning. The Oasis pipeline ruptured shortly before 8 am this morning near Stairtown, about 13 miles south of Lockhart.Gas explosion rocks portion of Central Texas Houston ChronicleRefinery pipeline explosion in Caldwell County Austin American-StatesmanKXAN-TV - MyFox Austin - San Marcos Daily Record - The Associated Press
Obama set to accept amid spectacle
By Alan Gomez, USA TODAY DENVER - With the nomination of Barack Obama now set, the Democratic National Convention is moving to Invesco Field at Mile High, where Stevie Wonder and Sheryl Crow will perform, Al Gore and the granddaughter of President ...Obama to Accept Nomination, Outline New Direction for the US Washington PostBarack Obama to accept nomination tonight, describe his plans Los Angeles TimesThe Associated Press - Reuters - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Voice of America
Higgins 5-1 Wenbo; Maguire 5-4 McManus; M. Williams 3-5 M. Allen; Harold 5-4 Lee
Midtjylland 0-1 manchester city (city win 4-2 pens
Manchester City equalise in final minute of normal time to force extra time against Danish side Midtjylland, before beating them 4-2 on penalties to reach the UEFA Cup group stage.
Safin fined for unsportsmanlike conduct
Marat Safin is fined US$2,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct during his first-round win over American Vince Spadea at Flushing Meadows. Safin lost his temper and argued with umpire Carlos Bernades after he was foot-faulted on a second serve late in the set.
The new series of Strictly Come Dancing looks set to be full of glamour with models Lisa Snowdon, Jodie Kidd and singer Rachel Stevens showing off their moves on the dance floor next month.
Pictured: the shocking reality of thin and gaunt michael jackson at 50
It was a stick-thin and gaunt Michael Jackson who emerged from his reclusive existence to be photographed the day before he reaches his landmark age of 50.
Uk pm terror threat men are charged
Three men who were being questioned about an alleged threat to kill Gordon Brown are charged with terror offences.
Rested star bolt heads to zurich
Triple Olympic champion Usain Bolt will race for the first time since taking the Beijing Games by storm at the Zurich Grand Prix on Friday.
Attend the british athletics grand prix 2008!
We have 3 pairs of tickets to the British Athletics Grand Prix at Gateshead on 31st August.
Andrews poised for blackburn move
MK Dons manager Roberto Di Matteo has confirmed the League One club have agreed a fee with Blackburn for midfielder Keith Andrews.
Russia isolated as allies withhold support
Russia was dealt a humiliating blow by its own allies today after a specially convened summit in Tajikistan withheld support for the Kremlin’s recognition of the independence of the two breakaway regions.
Merkel named most powerful woman in world (again)
Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel was today named the world’s most powerful woman for the third year in succession by the US magazine Forbes although the accolade was largely ignored by her home nation which already refers to her as “Mrs World”.
Clinton continues push for health care reform
Sen. Hillary Clinton, DN.Y., said Wednesday that she still has a “pretty good plan” to reform the nation’s health care system, but she’s not “wedded” to it.Dems: Health care a 100-day priority The ColoradoanBill Clinton says Obama has what it takes Salt Lake TribuneUnited Press International - Fort Collins Now - The Hill - MedPage Today
Okla. health leaders race to contain e. coli outbreak
LOCUST GROVE, Okla. -- Oklahoma state health leaders are racing to keep a dangerous E. coli outbreak from claiming more victims. One person died and 40 others have gone to hospitals after being exposed to the bacterium.26-Year Old Man Dies From Oklahoma E. Coli Outbreak ChattahBox1 Dead, At Least 41 Hospitalized in Oklahoma E. Coli Outbreak FOXNewsdBTechno - NewsOK.com - KTEN - Collinsville News
Amgen to end controversial anemia-drug sales practices
It’s been a while since we heard much about Amgen’s struggling anemia-drug franchise. But this morning’s New York Times brings word that the company is changing a couple of pricing practices that some critics have argued encouraged overuse of the drugs ...Amgen kills anemia drug rebates FiercePharmaAmgen (AMGN) to Halt Discounts on Aranesp -NYTimes StreetInsider.com (subscription)Hays Pharma - Seattle Post Intelligencer - Pharmalot - New York Times
Constellation frees up capital after collateral error
NEW YORK, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Constellation Energy Group (CEG.N: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) management told analysts that it has taken steps to shore up its liquidity after alarming investors earlier this month with a ratings-related ...Constellation Energy Partners: No Immediate Impact From Sale CNNMoney.comMistake was inexcusable, Constellation chief says Baltimore SunStreetInsider.com (subscription) - Washington Business Journal - Earthtimes (press release) - CNNMoney.com
Boeing to give machinists final contract offer today (update1)
By Susanna Ray Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Boeing Co. plans to give its largest union a final offer today for a three-year contract, in an effort to keep machinists working on a record plane-order backlog rather than going on strike next week.Boeing prepares to make final contract offer ReutersBoeing Co. to send Machinists final offer International Herald TribuneBizjournals.com - Seattle Times - Wall Street Journal - Flight International
By DAVID BENOIT Del Monte Foods Co. swung to a fiscal first-quarter loss as cost inflation continued to offset price increases, especially in pet-food production.Del Monte issues mixed outlook CNNMoney.comUPDATE 1-Del Monte Foods reports quarterly loss ReutersPittsburgh Tribune-Review - Pittsburgh Post Gazette - RTT News - Business Wire (press release)
LONDON - French bank Natixis reported a second-quarter loss on Thursday as exposure to US monoline insurers ate into revenues from its securities division.French banks stung by credit-crisis losses MarketWatchNatixis Reports Second-Quarter Loss on Writedowns (Update3) BloombergInternational Herald Tribune - AFP - Housing Wire - Wall Street Journal
Valeant and glaxo enter epilepsy drug pact
NEW YORK (Associated Press) - Valeant Pharmaceuticals International said Thursday it will collaborate with GlaxoSmithKline PLC to develop and market epilepsy drug candidates in a deal that could bring Valeant payments of up to $825 million, ...Glaxo and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Agree to Epilepsy Drug Partnership Wall Street JournalValeant, GlaxoSmithKline sign collaboration deal for epilepsy drug Bizjournals.comFierceBiotech - Triangle Business Journal - Orange County Business Journal - MarketWatch
Health buzz: hope for diabetes and other health news
In what scientists are calling an "extreme makeover," researchers were able to transform pancreatic cells into insulin-producing beta cells.Diabetes researchers convert pancreas cells to produce insulin Los Angeles TimesScientists Reprogram Cells, Add to Debate Washington PostNew York Times - Boston Globe - USA Today - eFluxMedia
Unease over gustav propels crude
A surprisingly strong reading of US economic growth spurred stocks higher Thursday, while commodity traders bid crude oil a little higher as they kept a watchful eye on Tropical Storm Gustav.Oil, Natural Gas Rise as Gustav Threatens US Gulf Platforms BloombergNYMEX-Crude dips on IEA stance, big natgas build ReutersMarketWatch - guardian.co.uk - The Associated Press - BloggingStocks
Us economy: gdp exceeds initial estimate on exports (update1)
By Courtney Schlisserman and Timothy R. Homan Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The US economy expanded faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, helped by a surge in exports that will probably wane as Europe and Japan head toward recessions.Economy Grew 3.3% in 2nd Quarter, Much Higher Than Initial Reading Wall Street JournalEconomy gets big stimulus boost CNNMoney.comForbes - BBC News - The Associated Press - New York Times
Body recovered from madison lake
AP MADISON, Wis. - Authorities recovered a body from Lake Monona in Madison Thursday near an area they had previously searched for a missing swimmer.UPDATE: Body found in Lake Monona is a white male WKOW-TV.comBody Pulled From Lake Monona WMTVThe Capital Times - WIBA-AM - WISC
Refinery pipeline explosion in caldwell county
By Ralph Haurwitz Flames flashed 400 feet into the air this morning but no injuries were reported when a natural gas pipeline exploded about 11 miles southwest of Lockhart near Stairtown.Gas explosion rocks portion of Central Texas Houston ChronicleGas plant explosion rocks Texas town; no injuries The Associated PressCBS 42 - MyFox Austin - KXAN-TV - News 8 Austin
New orleans bracing for tropical storm gustav
By ANAHAD O’CONNOR Tropical storm Gustav was gathering strength on Thursday as it continued on a collision course with the Gulf of Mexico, putting officials in Mississippi and Louisiana on high alert and sending jitters through the oil industry for the ...New Orleans Braces as Gustav Set to Follow Katrina (Update2) BloombergOfficials may evacuate New Orleans as Gustav nears The Associated PressUSA Today - Reuters - Economist - MSN Money
Developing nations discuss ways to fight climate change
By Brent Latham The delegates at the UN conference on climate change in Ghana say they are pleased with the progress made after a week of negotiations.Africa: Climate Change a Threat to MDGs, Warn Experts AllAfrica.comUN climate change body chief highlights progress in Accra talks XinhuaReuters South Africa - Reuters - Voice of America - AllAfrica.com
Dion pushing liberals left: harper
INUVIK, NWT - In his strongest hint yet that Canada is headed for a fall election, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Thursday that Canadians will have a choice "in the not-too-distant future" between himself or Stephane Dion, who has taken his party ...Conservatives ready to launch pre-campaign ads CTV.caCanada government may call Oct. 14 election-source ReutersThe Canadian Press - United Press International - AHN - Bloomberg
Sri lanka appeals to tamils to flee to govt territory
COLOMBO (AFP) - Sri Lanka on Thursday appealed to minority ethnic Tamil civilians living in the line of fire in rebel-held towns to move to areas under government control, saying it would guarantee them safe passage.Fighting kills 36 rebels, 5 soldiers in Sri Lanka International Herald TribuneThe Sri Lankan Solution Wall Street JournalChristian Science Monitor - Bloomberg - Xinhua - PRESS TV
Why veterans should vote for obama, not mccain
by FOX News Political Team By Eli Tate, Kansas delegate After finishing 10 years of active service in the Air Force last May, I was hungry for change in the level of integrity and ethics in our political leadership.Video: Obama Addresses Veterans in Montana AssociatedPressLeave as soon as you sensibly can EconomistTelegraph.co.uk - WKBT - GovExec.com - The Associated Press
Apparently taking his cues from Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, Afghan President Hamid Karzai is calling for some limits on what President Bush can do in his country.Report From a Forgotten War: Fourth in a Series FOXNewsUN Says Disputed US Airstrike Killed 90 Afghan Civilians Voice of AmericaCNN International - Los Angeles Times - AFP - BBC News
By Yi-Wyn Yen This week Google began rolling out its latest search feature, Google Suggest on its homepage. The new tool, which offers suggestions when you begin typing into the blank search box, was launched to help people who have difficulty defining ...Google Rolls Out Tool That Suggests Search Queries New York TimesGoogle Suggest Provides Best Guesstimates CRNInformationWeek - CMSWire - BetaNews - Ars Technica
Microsoft $20m richer after immersion settlement
Immersion has settled its long running dispute with Microsoft over vibrating computer devices with a one-off payment of $20.75m. Immersion owns the patent on so-called "force feedback" devices, which are used in computer games controllers and mice.Microsoft Emerges $20.75 Million Richer From Immersion Lawsuit CRNImmersion To Pay Microsoft $20.75 Million To Settle ’Force ... InformationWeekPC Magazine - PC World - eFluxMedia - DailyTech
Computer virus infiltrates laptops at international space station
By Tariq Malik NASA astronaut Greg Chamitoff uses a computer while working with an experiment in the Japanese Kibo laboratory of the Intl.Be safer than NASA and disable Autorun/Autoplay CNET NewsWhat Should NASA Do About The Virus On The ISS? ChattahBoxSecurity Pronews - InformationWeek - InternetNews.com - bMighty.com
Hanna forms in western atlantic
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The eighth tropical storm of the 2008 Atlantic hurricane season, Hanna, formed in the western Atlantic Ocean on Thursday, the US National Hurricane Centre said in its latest advisory.Tropical Storm Hanna forms in Atlantic The Associated PressTS Hanna forms; Gustav gains strength WBBHWTAM.com - The Times-Picayune - NOLA.com - Bay News 9 - MarketWatch
By Jeff Pelline The National Weather Service has issued a "red flag" warning through tonight, citing hot temperatures, gusty winds and low humidity.Chance of rain over holiday weekend The Desert SunRip current risk: moderate; weekend forecast: hot and sunny Hilton Head Island PacketVentura County Star - San Angelo Standard Times - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - KRIS-TV
Jelena Jankovic missed this shot, but she went all out to defeat Sofia Arvidsson in a match that stretched to 2 hours 44 minutes. (Charles Krupa/Associated Press) By Bud Collins NEW YORK - The lady was flat on her face on the pavement.Jankovic moving on, and not for lack of drama FOXSports.comJankovic, Kuznetsova Survive Upset Bids Washington PostNew York Daily News - Sports Network - The Associated Press - Houston Chronicle
Angels continue homestand with visit from rangers
(Sports Network) - The Los Angeles Angels continue to tune up for the postseason as they open a four-game series with the Texas Rangers tonight at Angel Stadium.begins at: 10:05 PM ET USA TodayTexas Rangers +160 at Angels SBR ForumDallas Morning News - The Spread
Big 12 links: bottom-feeders kick off 2008 season tonight
A rare chance in the spotlight will be provided tonight for South Division basement dweller Baylor and their counterparts from the North, Iowa State.College Football Picks: Wake Forest vs Baylor Sports-Odds.comRiley Skinner keeps Wake Forest’s hopes in order Boston HeraldPoint-Spreads.com - Waco Tribune Herald - Fort Worth Star Telegram - Houston Chronicle
Dodgers try to avoid sweep at hands of lowly nats
(Sports Network) - If the Los Angeles Dodgers wind up eventually falling short in their quest to win the National League West, the team will likely point to its current road trip -- and in particular, this series with the Washington Nationals -- as a ...begins at: 7:10 PM ET USA TodayAn unofficial Washington Nationals blog Federal BaseballLos Angeles Times - San Francisco Chronicle - The Braves Show - The Canadian Press
Roddick on fire, players on the outs
By Kathleen McElroy Andy Roddick had his fiancee, his brother and Patrick McEnroe in his box (funny how having a new coach, like being newly in love, puts a spring in a player’s step).Andy Roddick breezes in first round at US Open Los Angeles TimesAndy Roddick riles opponent with serve Boston HeraldNew York Daily News - FOXSports.com - Philadelphia Daily News - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com
Revamped valuev looking to clinch belt against familiar foe ruiz ...
By Brian Doogan Call him what you want, but you might be calling Nikolai Valuev "champion" on Saturday. Nikolai Valuev has been called everything from Shrek to The Beast from the East; Lurch (of "The Addams Family" fame) to the Tower of Force; ...John Ruiz hopes third time is lucky in heavyweight bout with ... The Canadian PressValuev Ruiz II Press Conference Videos EastsideBoxing.comSetanta Sports - The Sweet Science - BoxingScene.com - BoxingScene.com
Manny who? fans forget ramírez as bay picks up slack for red sox
By JACK CURRY The Boston Red Sox’ greatest desire on July 31 was to trade Manny Ramírez and eliminate a recurring headache. Obviously, the Red Sox wanted something back for Ramírez, but they mostly wanted to jettison an intolerable player.Kotsay arrives on a rescue mission Boston GlobeKotsay, Sox excited about new alliance MLB.comBoston Herald - Hartford Courant - Detroit Free Press - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Forcing english on lpga is un-american
by FOXSports.com Beginning next year, the Ladies Professional Golf Association will test players for English proficiency. The un-proficient, no matter how low their handicaps, will face suspension.English-only golf rule upsets Korean-American audience San Jose Mercury NewsLPGA way out of bounds Boston GlobeNew York Times - Los Angeles Times - USA Today - Hartford Courant
As boris johnson is attacked for his unkempt appearance... why are posh people so scruffy?
Dogs in the bedroom, wellies worn indoors and clutter everywhere. We toffs LOVE living in squalor, says one shamelessly untidy upper-crust writer.
Magistrates say they have little to do because of the massive rise in number of on-the-spot fines
Magistrates and youth court hearings are being cancelled because of the massive rise in the use of on-the-spot fines.
Megson expects further arrivals at bolton as davies pens 3-year deal
Bolton manager Gary Megson has predicted a flurry of transfer activity before Monday, as the club confirmed striker Kevin Davies has signed a new three-year contract at the Reebok.
"cold feet" may halt toad march
Scientists predict that colder temperatures will prevent the plague of cane toads reaching Melbourne.
Jamaica braced for storm arrival
Tropical Storm Gustav strengthens as it nears Jamaica, while the US city of New Orleans makes evacuation plans.
Eu concern over phone bill trend
Some mobile phone operators across Europe have been rounding up call durations to leave customers with higher bills, the European Commission says.
Rebels and army clash in dr congo
Clashes erupt between rebels and the army in the east of DR Congo despite a January peace deal.
Putin says us was behind conflict
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin accuses the United States of orchestrating the conflict in Georgia.