Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Terror plot in Europe prompted drone strikes (AP)

Terror plot in Europe prompted drone strikes (AP)

Terror plot in Europe prompted drone strikes (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:58 PM PDT

FILE - In this Nov. 29, 2008 file photo, an Indian soldier takes cover as the Taj Mahal hotel burns during gun battle between Indian military and militants inside the hotel in Mumbai, India. European security officials said Wednesday Sept. 29, 2010, a terror plot to wage Mumbai-style shooting sprees or other low-budget attacks in Britain, France and Germany is still active and that sites in Pakistan — where the threat was intercepted — are being targeted for al-Qaida operatives. (AP Photo/David Guttenfelder, File)AP - Security officials said Wednesday a terror plot to wage Mumbai-style shooting sprees or other attacks in Britain, France and Germany is still active and that recent CIA strikes in Pakistan were aimed at al-Qaida operatives suspected in the threat.

Tropical Storm Nicole forms, may skirt Florida (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:52 PM PDT

A fisherman works on a boat in Havana's bay, Cuba, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010. Downpours from a tropical depression soaked eastern Cuba on Wednesday, washing out some roads but sparing the crumbling buildings of the capital as the system pushed north toward Florida. (AP Photo/Franklin Reyes)AP - Newly formed Tropical Storm Nicole soaked central and eastern Cuba on Wednesday, washing out some roads but sparing the crumbling buildings of the capital as the system pushed northeast toward the Bahamas. At least one death was recorded due to flooding in Jamaica.

US general: Iraq political limbo fuels violence (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:56 PM PDT

Iraqi security forces inspect the scene of a roadside bomb, which exploded in central Baghdad, Iraq, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010. Police said the blast wounded several people. (AP Photo/Hadi Mizban)AP - The top U.S. commander for Baghdad warned Wednesday that Iraq's prolonged political crisis has encouraged militants to step up attacks and left civilians so frustrated they could be holding back crucial tips on suspected insurgent cells.

PROMISES, PROMISES: Pelosi ethics pledge falters (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:55 PM PDT

FILE - In this Nov. 7, 2006, file photo, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., center, celebrates with fellow Democrats at an election-night rally in Washington. At left, chairman of the House Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Rep. Rahm Emanuel, D-Ill., and from right, chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., and Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev. Pelosi promised four years ago that Democrats would lead 'the most honest, most open, most ethical Congress in history.' As her party defends its record with its majority in jeopardy, it's clear she's fallen short. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)AP - House Speaker Nancy Pelosi promised four years ago that Democrats would lead "the most honest, most open, most ethical Congress in history."

Atty: Whitman knew housekeeper was in US illegally (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 01:06 PM PDT

AP - A former housekeeper for Meg Whitman claimed Wednesday that the California GOP gubernatorial candidate was notified by the federal government seven years ago that she might be in the country illegally, but did nothing about it.

Jimmy Carter to spend 2nd night in Ohio hospital (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:47 PM PDT

Police stand at an entrance to MetroHealth Hospital, Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010, in Cleveland. Former President Jimmy Carter, on a trip promoting his new book, developed an upset stomach on a flight to Cleveland and was taken to the hospital for observation, officials said. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)AP - Former President Jimmy Carter will spend a second night in an Ohio hospital for additional medical observation after being whisked from an airplane to an emergency room with an upset stomach.

Woman pleads not guilty in Wash. in acid hoax case (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:43 PM PDT

Bethany Storro who falsely claimed a stranger threw acid in her face, walks to her court appearance in Vancouver, Wash., Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010.(AP Photo/Don Ryan)AP - Her face red and blotchy but largely unbandaged, a 28-year-old Vancouver woman pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges arising from her false claim that a stranger splashed acid in her face.

Stonehenge skeleton came from Mediterranean (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:41 PM PDT

In this image provided by Wessex Archaeology on Wednesday Sept. 29, 2010 shows the remains of an early bronze age burial. Although it cannot be seen in this photograph, this person was buried wearing a necklace made from amber beads. The body is in a flexed position, reminiscent of a sleeping pose. A wealthy young teenager buried near Britain's mysterious Stonehenge monument came from the Mediterranean, scientists say, proof of Stonehenge's international importance even in prehistoric times. (AP Photo/Wessex Archaeology, Ho) ** EDITORIAL USE ONLY NO SALES **AP - LONDON â€" A wealthy young teenager buried near Britain's mysterious Stonehenge monument came from the Mediterranean hundreds of miles away, scientists said Wednesday, proof of the site's importance as a travel destination in prehistoric times.

AP Source: Lindsay Lohan admits herself to rehab (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 01:03 PM PDT

Lindsay Lohan arrives for a hearing at the Beverly Hills Courthouse in Beverly Hills, Calif., Friday, Sept. 24, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Buck, Pool)AP - Lindsay Lohan is back in rehab. A person close to the actress, who spoke only on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue, says the 24-year-old star has entered a rehabilitation facility for the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. No other details were available.

Police: Judge hands out condoms hidden in acorns (AP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:29 PM PDT

AP - Police said a district judge from Intercourse, Pa., hid condoms inside acorns and handed them out to women in the state Capitol complex last week. A summary charge of disorderly conduct was filed Tuesday against Isaac H. Stoltzfus, who presides over low-level cases as a district judge in Lancaster County.

Europeans protest, strike against austerity moves (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 09:19 AM PDT

Thousands of European workers and trade union representatives take part in the Reuters - Tens of thousands of people marched through Brussels on Wednesday in a day of protests across Europe against government austerity measures, which unions say will slow economic recovery and punish the poor.

BP ousts exploration chief, vows to boost safety (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 09:21 AM PDT

A logo is seen at a BP fuel station in London July 27, 2010. REUTERS/Toby MelvilleReuters - BP Plc's incoming Chief Executive Bob Dudley has ousted the oil group's exploration and production chief following the Gulf of Mexico oil spill and promised to restructure the company to boost safety.

Congress funding fight may delay Wall Street reforms (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:18 PM PDT

Reuters - The Obama administration may have to wait several months to implement parts of the landmark Dodd-Frank financial reform law because Congress has yet to approve funds necessary for its implementation.

Plot to attack European cities foiled: report (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 03:45 AM PDT

An armed police officer waits to cross the road opposite Downing Street as a tour bus passes behind him, in Westminster, central London, September 29, 2010. REUTERS/Andrew WinningReuters - Intelligence agencies have disrupted plans for multiple attacks on European cities by a group thought to be linked to al Qaeda, Britain's Sky News said on Tuesday.

Times Square bomber planned second attack, says U.S. (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 12:43 PM PDT

Reuters - U.S. prosecutors said on Wednesday they are seeking life in prison for a Pakistani-born American citizen who tried to set off a car bomb in New York's Times Square and revealed he had planned a second attack.

U.S. envoy sees Netanyahu in bid to save talks (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 05:22 AM PDT

U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell speaks during a news conference after meeting with Lebanon's President Michel Suleiman at the Presidential Palace in Baabda, near Beirut, September 17, 2010. REUTERS/ Mohamed AzakirReuters - The United States is "determined more than ever" to achieve Middle East peace, its envoy to the region said on Wednesday during talks in Israel aimed at salvaging negotiations with the Palestinians.

House set to pass bill aimed at Chinese yuan (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 10:20 AM PDT

Reuters - The House of Representatives was set to pass legislation on Wednesday to put pressure on China to let its currency rise faster, fanning the flames of a long-running dispute over trade and jobs.

U.S. judge grants bond to man in Afghan murder case (Reuters)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 01:06 PM PDT

Reuters - A U.S. judge agreed on Wednesday to release on bond one of two former contractors from the private security firm previously known as Blackwater Worldwide while they await retrial on charges they murdered two Afghans in Kabul.

Workers swarm Europe's streets in anti-cuts protests (AFP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 01:00 PM PDT

A demonstrator throws a plastic object on burning garbage containers in central Barcelona during the general strike held in Spain. Angry workers mounted mass street protests against spending cuts across Europe Wednesday, bringing cities to a halt, clashing with police and even ramming the gates of Ireland's parliament.(AFP/Josep Lago)AFP - Angry workers mounted mass street protests against spending cuts across Europe Wednesday, bringing cities to a halt, clashing with police and even ramming the gates of Ireland's parliament.

Al-Qaeda plot to attack European cities uncovered (AFP)

Posted: 29 Sep 2010 10:01 AM PDT

An armed police officer is pictured in central London. Western intelligence agencies have uncovered an Al-Qaeda plot to launch attacks in Britain, France and Germany by Pakistan-based extremists, security sources and media reports said Wednesday.(AFP/Ben Stansall)AFP - Western intelligence agencies have uncovered an Al-Qaeda plot to launch attacks in Britain, France and Germany by Pakistan-based extremists, security sources and media reports said Wednesday.
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