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- Straus receives big endorsements in House speaker race Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:31PMA day after Speaker of the House Tom Craddick drops out of the race, San Antonio Rep. Joe Straus announced he has the support of 94 Texas House members and the number is growing.
- Navy Officers to Work at Home Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:31PMThe Navy announced the Virtual Command Pilot Program, allowing a select group of officers to work from home, even if their new assignment would normally require ...
- Inauguration Tests a Troubled Transportation Grid Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:30PMWASHINGTON - On a typical weekday, hundreds of thousands of people commute to the nation's capital, snarling roads and packing subway trains and buses during peak hours.
- Man Pleads Guilty to Mason County Murder Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:30PMA Columbus, Ohio, man pleaded guilty to his role in the shooting death of a Mason, West Virginia, drug dealer.
- Weather Europe hit by snowfall and travel chaos 05/01 20:25 CET Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:29PMA winter storm has covered huge swathes of Europe in a blanket of snow. In Poland one person has been found frozen to death and a number injured in car accidents. In Germany, heavy snowfall blocked roads and caused traffic chaos.
- 80 CMPD officers to help secure Jan. 20 inauguration Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:29PMEighty Charlotte-Mecklenburg police offices will be headed to Washington D.C. on Jan. 18 to help provide security at the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration parade, inaugural balls and other events, the department announced today. The police department, one of 92 across the country providing security assistance at the inauguration, is sending officers from its Civil Emergency Unit. Under a ...
- Blackhawks' Kane sits out for the first time Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:29PMChicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane missed Sunday's game against the Calgary Flames due to a high ankle sprain
- Daily Herald Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:27PMROANOKE RAPIDS — The Roanoke Valley including Halifax and Northampton counties have a big stake in the success of the tourism industry in Eastern North Carolina. Monday, one opportunity to enhance the area’s reputation and entice visitors to drop in will roll into The Roanoke Rapids Theatre.
- With its air industry growing, Iraq needs air traffic controllers Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:37AMIraq officially began to govern its skies last week, but it has enough trained air traffic controllers to manage only the highest heights above the country.
- Noxious smell prompts evacuation of 911 centre Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:35AMA foul odour has forced workers at the 911 emergency call centre in Dartmouth out of their building.
- Any time is a good time to visit San Diego Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:34AMSAN DIEGO - Something kept postponing the annual family vacation. First it was work responsibilities, then family obligations, followed by the downward economic spiral.
- TRAVELERS' CHECK : Seat denial is right call by airline Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:34AMFayetteville residents David Young and Katherine Shurlds were on a United Airlines Airbus A320 on Dec. 26. (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest Edition)
- Old habits die hard at the pump Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:33AMJoan Ross has worried less about running errands by car in the past few months, but low gas prices haven't erased the memory of paying $50 or more per fill-up.
- Fashion profile photographer Jordan Graham Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:31AM Photographer Jordan Graham gives us an insight into the tricks of the trade and what it takes to reach the top of your game.
- Celtics, Cavs downed by teams at bottom of East Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:31AMLeBron James didn't agree with the traveling call that helped prevent his Cleveland Cavaliers from beating lowly Washington. A loss to the struggling New York Knicks leaves little doubt Kevin Garnett and the Boston Celtics are stumbling atop the Eastern Conference.
- Weather blamed in two fatal crashes Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:31AMBRIGHTON (AP) — Travel conditions improved in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula on Sunday after freezing rain caused a multi-car crash in Livingston County and contributed to two fatal crashes farther west.
- Obama may militarise NASA to save money Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:31AM Or NASA-ise the military President-Elect Barack Obama may seek to save money and advance America's space presence by promoting closer cooperation between the US military space programme and NASA, according to reports.…
- Western Slope World War II vets hope for Honor Flight takeoff Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:24AMTime is not on the side of World War II veterans.
- Yuba Sutter Mall shoppers asked: What should President Barack Obama do first? Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:22AM"I think it needs be more of a team effort between Republicans and Democrats to come together and make decisions that will benefit the country as a whole."
- Chancellor sees positive signs in Lady Tigers’ loss at UConn Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:22AMLSU's Katherine Graham drives across the floor as UConn's Lorin Dixon defends Saturday in Hartford, Conn. LSU's Katherine Graham drives across the floor as UConn's Lorin Dixon defends Saturday in Hartford, Conn.
- $20K is first pledge to new building Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:21AMFulton County Medical Center Foundation's $2.5 million "Continuing the Dream" campaign to support the new Patient Services Building project at the center is under way, according to the medical center's board of directors.
- City covering bases on youth sports contracts Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:21AMCity Hall was buzzing with activity Monday night as The Colony City Council conducted both a regular bi-monthly meeting and a lengthy work session, which was chock full of debate regarding the city’s relationships with youth sports organizations.
- Hamas shares responsibility for civilian suffering: Sarkozy Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:28PMHamas "bears a heavy responsibility in the suffering of the Palestinian people in Gaza," French President Nicolas Sarkozy, pictured on January 1, 2009, told Lebanese newspapers in an interview out Monday.
- UCSB Continues Defensive Brilliance in Win Over UC Riverside Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:27PMFacing UC Riverside for the first time this year, a team that both the coaches and media picked to win the Big West, the UC Santa Barbara women's basketball team reminded everyone who won the conference last year.
- Eagles 26 Vikings 14 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:26PM Associated Press - January 4, 2009 8:23 PM ET MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - All but forgotten as a postseason contender just one month ago, Donovan McNabb and the Philadelphia Eagles have a playoff win...
- US newspaper rivals co-operate amid job cuts Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:26PMTEXAS - Just a dozen years ago, newspapers on either side of Arlington, Texas, fought fiercely for every reader in the fast-growing city, spending millions of dollars to expand their staffs and cover the smallest meetings and sporting events.
- EU delegation in Middle East for talks Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:25PMA European Union delegation has arrived in the Middle East to help seek an end to the fighting in Gaza. The mission is being led by Foreign Minister Karel Schwarzenberg of the Czech Republic, which currently holds the EU's rotating presidency.
- Eagles soar past Vikings; Panthers to host Cardinals Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:22PMAll but forgotten as a postseason contender just one month earlier, Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb and the Philadelphia Eagles have a playoff win. Next up: the Super Bowl champions. Brian Westbrook caught a short pass out of the backfield and zigzagged through the Minnesota defense for a devastating 71-yard touchdown midway through the fourth quarter, and the Eagles spoiled the Vikings' first home ...
- Defensive Scores Lead Eagles, Ravens to NFL Playoff Victories Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:21PMJan. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Touchdowns by defensive backs on interceptions helped the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens win road games today in the first round of the National Football League playoffs.
- REAL ESTATE Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:19PMThe recession has thrown open the gates for a new real estate service – serviced office space providers. These firms offer ready-to-use office space, which can be used from day one. Companies seeking office space need not bind themselves to long term leases or invest in office infrastructure.
- LeBron's late travel helps Wizards hold off Cavs Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:13PMLeBron James was called for traveling while driving for the potential tying basket with 2.3 seconds left Sunday, and his Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Eastern Conference-worst Washington Wizards 80-77.
- Divisional Playoffs: Steelers vs. Chargers Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:13PMThe Baltimore Ravens beat the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. That means the Steelers will face the San Diego Chargers in the divisional round of the AFC Playoffs.
- Israel says world understands its actions in Gaza Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:12PMSmoke billows from Gaza City as Israel continues its ground assault in the Hamas-controlled enclave. Israel says the international community understands its reasons for launching an offensive in the Gaza Strip that will continue until Hamas halts rocket attacks.
- Best from BWI: Kansas City Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:08PMSmarterTravel.com has named Kansas City, Mo., as a top up-and-coming destination for 2009. In March, the city plays host to opening rounds of the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Championship.
- U.S.'s Rice cancels China trip to deal with Gaza Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:08PMWASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has canceled a trip to China this week because of the crisis in Gaza where Israel has launched a ground offensive, the State Department said on Sunday.
- Fare cut unlikely on international routes: Jet Airways Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:08PMNew Delhi, Jan 4: India's leading private carrier Jet Airways, which cut domestic fares by up to 40 percent last week, said it has no plans to slash fares on international routes.
- Space Elevators - An Introduction Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:07PMA quick look at the idea of a cable joining Earth with space, including the potential benefits and drawbacks.
- Wedding zones churn out cheap nuptials Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:36AMVietNamNet Bridge - Along National Highway 1A, just a few kilometres outside the city towards Bien Hoa, the sight of myriad brides and grooms lined up on the roadside is commonplace.
- Inauguration Tests Troubled Transportation Grid Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:35AMWASHINGTON -- As the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama draws near, Washington officials are warning of a potentially epic travel nightmare.
- Rapid City Drops 3-2 Decision To Oilers Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:33AM(Rapid City, SD) - The Tulsa Oilers and Rapid City Rush met in the second game of their doubleheader on Saturday. On Friday night, the Rush handed the Oilers their fifth consecutive loss, coming out on top, 4-2.
- Lindley in powwow with new powerbrokers Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:33AMCOUNTRY chairman Gordon Lindley will meet the new Racing NSW Board this month to discuss the future of country racing. Lindley is keen to discuss the board's views, particularly in regard to Victoria's plans to close of numerous smaller clubs and create major rural training centres.
- Wheat Kings Look For Weekend Sweep Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:32AMRegina, Sask. -- The Brandon Wheat Kings will be hoping to extend a pair of streaks and complete a weekend home and home series sweep of the visiting Regina Pats in the process when the two teams hit the ice at Westman Communications Group Place Sunday night.
- COLUMN: Education never ends Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:30AMIf you have been reading my letters for the past two years, you many think you know all about me. You would be all wrong. A few weeks ago, 12-7-08, in attending chapel here at the Manor, a "young" lady wheeled up to me, staring intently, asking if I remembered her.
- Inauguration Tests Troubled Transportation Grid Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:30AMAs Inauguration Day draws near, Washington officials are warning of a potentially epic travel nightmare.
- Mom Taking Girl To Thailand To Fix Eyes Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:28AMA Central Florida woman is taking her legally blind 8-year-old daughter to Thailand for stem-cell injections.
- Amid Caribbean slump, Curacao tourism booms Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:24AMIn a grim season for Caribbean tourism, an island just north of Venezuela stands out: Hotel rooms are scarce and discounts unavailable.
- The law comes first: Joseph Russoniello steers clear of politics Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:24AM» More Photos SAN FRANCISCO – Enforcing federal law in a city where cannabis clubs flourish, decriminalizing prostitution was put on the ballot and police are barred from assisting in immigration raids might seem like a thankless mission, made for someone equal parts diplomat and law-and-order stickler.
- Hope men dive into MIAA basketball schedule Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:24AMonsider the first 11 games of the Hope College men's basketball season a dress rehearsal for what is to come. The Flying Dutchmen open the truly competitive part of their schedule Wednesday when they travel to Olivet, and all indications are the league might be more balanced than last season.
- New laws emphasize public safety Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:23AMTougher drunken driving penalties, expanded health care coverage for eating disorders and the authority for firefighters to shut down roadways during accidents are just a few of the dozens of new laws that went into effect Thursday.
- Sports Notes Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:23AMTri-Parish Officials Clinic being held The Tri-Parish Officials Association is currently holding their annual clinics for recreational and prep basketball.
