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Kidnapped Britons say Somali pirates may kill them

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 05:00 PM EST   [*New!*]

A retired British couple snatched from their yacht by Somali pirates said in an interview broadcast Friday they fear they could be killed within a week or handed to a terrorist group if a ransom demand is not paid.

FIFA: No replay for France-Ireland WCup qualifier

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:54 PM EST   [*New!*]

There will be no rematch.

Woman takes stand at Wal-Mart trial

CNN.com - Most Popular  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:51 PM EST   [*New!*]

A woman accused of cutting in line in a Wal-Mart, shoving merchandise and assaulting police officers took the stand Friday and denied all charges in the racially charged case.

Swine flu may have hit one peak; more to come

AlertNet  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:50 PM EST   [*New!*]

Source: Reuters (For more flu stories click on [ID:nWORLDFLU]) * Disease may be on the wane in Northern Hemisphere * New peaks could come at any time * Drug-resistant strains not yet worrying By Maggie Fox, ...

Planes ready to leave Brunswick, Maine Navy base

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:49 PM EST   [*New!*]

The rumble of Navy patrol aircraft flying overhead will soon be a thing of the past as the remaining P-3 Orions depart from Brunswick Naval Air Station.

UC students occupy buildings to protest fee hike

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:49 PM EST   [*New!*]

Students barricaded themselves inside buildings on University of California campuses to protest a 32 percent increase in student fees and budget cuts that have led to slashed programs and lost jobs.

What to Watch for in Senate Health Vote

WSJ.com: Washington Wire  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:28 PM EST

What to watch for as the Senate votes Saturday night on whether to proceed to debate on the health overhaul bill.

OFA fundraising off Palin book tour

CNN Political Ticker  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:24 PM EST

OFA fundraising off Palin book tour. Washington (CNN) - The Democratic Party's fundraising off of Sarah Palin's 'dangerous' book tour. 'Right now, Sarah Palin is on a highly publicized, nationwide book tour, attacking President Obama and his plan for health reform at every turn,' wrote Organizing for America director Mitch Stewart in a message sent to supporters [...]

Guidelines for cancer screening differ by group

The Associated Press  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:24 PM EST

Several doctors groups and advocacy groups set guidelines for cancer screening, and they update that advice periodically as new information emerges. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Last year, a number of groups got together and issued consensus guidelines for colon cancer.

What to expect in Senate's Saturday health care vote

CNN Political Ticker  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:24 PM EST

Sens. Jack Reed, left, Dick Durbin and Robert Menendez, right, hold a news conference about health care Friday at the Captiol. Washington (CNN) – To debate or not to debate the Senate's health care reform bill; that is the question. The legislative body on Saturday is expected to vote on whether to begin debate - also [...]

Presidential Proclamation-National Family Week

White House - Daily News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:24 PM EST

A PROCLAMATION American families are the foundation on which our Nation is built. Their expressions of unconditional love and dedication sustain family members and support our Nation's communities. During National Family Week, we celebrate the inclusive spirit of American families and applaud the commitment of those family members who encourage us to reach new heights. My Administration is committed to helping American families meet the demands of modern life, increase their self-sufficiency, and achieve their full potential. Ten days after taking office, I established the White House Task Force on Middle Class Working Families, led by Vice President Biden. This Task Force is focused on raising the living standards of working families across the country. In addition, the American Recovery and Reinvestment...

Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:23 PM EST

Four North Carolina patients at a single hospital tested positive for a type of swine flu that is resistant to Tamiflu, health officials said Friday. The cases reported at Duke University Medical Center over six weeks make up the biggest cluster seen so far in the U.S.

Floods devastate UK Lake District, much of Ireland

Daily - Latest News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:23 PM EST

Raging floods engulfed northern England's picturesque Lake District on Friday following the heaviest rainfall ever recorded in Britain, killing a police officer and trapping dozens in their swamped homes.

Presidential Proclamation-National Child's Day

White House - Daily News  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:23 PM EST

A PROCLAMATION America's children deserve every opportunity to reach their fullest potential, and it is our responsibility to ensure they have the tools required to grow and flourish. This includes providing our young people with access to affordable, high-quality health care and an education that both informs and inspires. On National Child's Day, we celebrate the promise living within every child. Ensuring the health and well-being of our Nation's children is one of our highest responsibilities. I was proud to sign the reauthorization of the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), extending health care to millions of young Americans who were previously uninsured. When given proper nutrition and medical care, healthy children can become productive, healthy adults. My Administration is also...

Colombia says will not be provoked by Venezuela

AlertNet  | Links  | Related | Nov 20, 2009 04:05 PM EST

Source: Reuters * Chavez's insults, dynamited bridges raise tensions * Border town residents forced to wade across river * Colombian military chiefs meet, no troop buildup seen (Adds Colombia to complain to U.N ...