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Los Angeles Times - "The science is absolutely clear that polar bear needs protection under the Endangered Species Act," said Andrew Wetzler, director of the endangered species program at the Natural Resources Defense Council. Green Groups Wanted Bears Protected as Weapon Against Global Warming Threatened Species |
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CNN - (CNN) -- Hillary Clinton on Wednesday reiterated her vow to stay in the Democratic presidential race, but she said it would be a "terrible mistake" for her supporters to vote for John McCain over Barack Obama. Video: Clinton Wins W. Va., Says Race Not Over Obama woos working-class voters in Michigan |
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Christian Science Monitor - By Mian Ridge | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor New Delhi - Seven synchronized bombs exploded in the picturesque city of Jaipur Tuesday evening, killing more than 80 people and wounding more than 200. Jaipur Blasts Demonstrate Continuing Indian Vulnerability to ... India sounds nationwide terror alert |
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Bloomberg - By David Rosenberg May 14 (Bloomberg) -- A Palestinian rocket struck a shopping mall in the Israeli city of Ashkelon, causing injuries, hours after President George W. Bush arrived to celebrate the country's 60th anniversary. Gaza rocket strikes Israeli city, 14 wounded Rocket hits Israeli mall near Gaza |
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The Associated Press - YANGON, Myanmar (AP) - Heavy rains and another potentially powerful storm headed toward Myanmar's cyclone-devastated delta on Wednesday. UN feeds 28000 in Myanmar UN warns of 'second wave of deaths' as Myanmar braces for new cyclone |
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Los Angeles Times - Amid minor movement today among Democratic superdelegates -- so far, Barack Obama has picked up two and one-half votes; Hillary Clinton one in this category -- Obama scored a coup with an endorsement from the nation's foremost abortion-rights advocacy ... NARAL Pro-Choice America backs Obama NARAL Chooses Obama -- Why Now? |
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The Associated Press - PALM BAY, Fla. (AP) - Authorities arrested a man they say was seen throwing a Molotov cocktail into the woods Wednesday in this Atlantic coast town, where several homes have been gutted by wildfires this week. Video: Person of Interest in Custody in Florida Fires Florida Man Arrested as Wildfires Scorch More Than 26000 Acres |
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International Herald Tribune - By Alan Feuer and Carla Baranauckas The woman accused of being the primary booker for the prostitution ring patronized by Eliot Spitzer pleaded guilty on Wednesday morning to charges related to her role in the ring. Suspect in Spitzer prostitution ring pleads guilty Woman pleads guilty in Spitzer prostitution probe |
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CNNMoney.com - Wall Street rises after several down sessions as investors welcome a milder-than-expected inflation report and retreat in oil prices. Consumer Prices Rise, but Inflation Fears Ease Treasurys rise on better-than-expected price data |
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Forbes - Re-jiggered accounting methods gave Freddie Mac a boost Wednesday when investors rallied over better-than-expected losses. Semi-government sponsored firm Freddie Mac (nyse: FRE - news - people ) rose sharply during morning trading after posting $151.0 ... Freddie Mac posts loss, sees more housing weakness Freddie Mac Accounting Changes Reduce Losses By $2.6 Billion |
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Consumer Affairs - The Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 650000 F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks because of a faulty power brake assist hose. Ford Recalls 655000 Trucks With Faulty Brake Hose Ford recalling more than 655000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT ... |
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MSNBC - WARREN, MI -- Obama today began his first primary season trip to Michigan by announcing his manufacturing agenda at a town hall in Macomb County, a place that has come to symbolize the very Reagan Democrats whose votes he hopes to win in the fall ... GOP Once Owned Youth Vote—No, Really! Can McCain overcome the GOP brand? |
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Boston Globe - As the Democratic nomination battle nears a close, the national party announced today that it has signed an agreement with Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama for a joint fund-raising committee to maximize campaign cash for the fall. Bill Clinton: Florida, Michigan Are "Embarrassing" Bill Clinton expands on FL, MI |
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Detroit Free Press - By TODD SPANGLER • FREE PRESS WASHINGTON STAFF • May 14, 2008 He made the announcement of his endorsement today following a discussion with Obama before a town hall meeting in Sterling Heights. Previously undecided Wisconsin superdelegate endorses Obama College Democrats back Obama |
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InformationWeek - The decision to snub Google's Android and its friends intensifies the debate over exactly which firm will have the more "open" cell phone service. Verizon Wireless Snubs Google, Joins LiMo Verizon, Mozilla, SK Telecom And Others Join Mobile Linux Efforts |
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InformationWeek - Despite winning in court, it remains to be seen whether MySpace will be able to collect its judgment. By Thomas Claburn A federal judge in Los Angeles on this week awarded MySpace more than $225 million in its lawsuit against "Spam King" Sanford ... MySpace Wins Record $230M Suit Against Spammer MySpace Cashes In On Junk Mail Related Lawsuit |
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The Mac Observer - by John Martellaro , 3:30 PM EDT, May 14th, 2008 "Response to this year's WWDC has been off the charts and we are delighted with the show of enthusiasm and support from the developer community for the new iPhone SDK," said Apple spokesman Bill Evans, ... Apple’s developer conference sold out Steve Jobs keynote set for June 9; 3G iPhone on tap |
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Reuters - CANNES, France (Reuters) - Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie said in a television interview on Wednesday that she is expecting twins with husband Brad Pitt, the Hollywood couple's fifth and sixth children. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Expecting Twins Surprise, Surprise: Angelina's Having Twins |
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Entertainment Weekly - By Nadia Turner In corner one, we have Dapper David Archuleta. In corner two, we have Sexy Syesha Mercado. And in corner three, we have the Determined David Cook. Idol Banter: Who are they really Have the ‘American Idol’ Producers Turned Against David Archuleta? |
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eFluxMedia - By Ona Zachary Robert Rauschenberg, one of the American artists who made significant changes in art during the 1950 transition from Abstract Expressionism to Pop Art, died on Monday night at his home on Captiva Island, Fla. Memories of Rauschenberg: 'A giant among artists' Appreciation: Texas-born Rauschenberg considered mixed-media pioneer |
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New York Times - Analysis and discussion of the NFL draft and off-season news from around the league. (1) The Patriots engaged in extensive videotaping of opponents' offensive and defensive signals starting on August 20, 2000 and extending to September 9, 2007, ... Specter criticizes NFL, wants independent Spygate investigation - NFL Specter calls for Mitchell-like investigation of NFL |
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ESPN - By Greg Garber Five years ago, in the leafy western corner of Paris, a 21-year-old achieved her lifelong dream. Justine Henin-Hardenne sat in the main interview room at Roland Garros and gazed at the elegant sterling trophy. Reserving judgment on the US Open's move from USA to ESPN At 25, Justine Henin says she's quitting tennis |
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MLB.com - By Pete Kerzel / Special to MLB.com BALTIMORE -- If nothing else, right-hander Clay Buchholz was philosophical and understanding upon learning Wednesday morning that the Red Sox were putting him on the 15-day disabled list to recover from a broken ... Fingernail lands Red Sox's Buchholz on DL Red Sox place P Buchholz on DL |
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The Associated Press - WASHINGTON (AP) - The first woman on the Supreme Court is now the nation's most prominent Alzheimer's caregiver. Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor made public her family's private battle with the mind-destroying illness Wednesday as she urged ... Senators Hear From Alzheimer's Patients Retired justice O'Connor speaks on Alzheimer's |
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Reuters - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The results of a literature review of published studies confirm that while all women are likely to reduce their risk of breast cancer with regular physical activity, certain subgroups benefit more than others. Familial Breast Cancer Risk Lasts a Lifetime for Sisters Exercise may protect girls from future breast cancer |
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ABC News - By KATE BARRETT and TOM SHINE With his newborn twins steadily recovering from a grave medical error that nearly cost them their lives, actor Dennis Quaid appeared on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, and assured lawmakers that his fight wasn't over. Former FDA Official Says FDA Approval Shouldn't Bar Lawsuits Dennis Quaid testifies of peril to newborn twins |
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