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A-Rod in Mexico City on same weekend as Madonna
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Madonna, Alex Rodriguez in Mexico City
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Space shuttle Endeavour lands in California
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Space shuttle lands in Calif. after 16-day mission
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Space shuttle Endeavour finishes 16-day mission
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Space shuttle glides to safe landing in California
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Orphan of slain rabbi in Mumbai lands in Israel
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Raul Castro attends first beatification in Cuba
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Refugees from Bhutan settle in Pittsburgh
Southern Ledger - December 1, 2008
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Global News Archive for Octomber 2007:
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French Transport Workers Go on Strike
PARIS (AP) -- Strikes that began Wednesday in France are expected to disrupt flights in and out of the country, affect train routes in Europe and leave Paris virtually stripped of public transport as workers protest plans to trim some retirement packages...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Justice Department Investigates Companies Feeding Troops
Federal agents are investigating whether food companies overcharged the government for food supplied to American troops in Iraq and Kuwait, officials said today...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Transit Strike Hits Paris and Beyond
A 24-hour strike that could be extended began at 8 p.m. to protest plans by President Nicolas Sarkozy to overhaul early retirement plans for a limited group of public-sector workers...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Bush Optimistic on Mideast Peace Despite Discord
After what appeared to be a tense meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State, the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, accused Israel of failing to take the peace process seriously...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Dalai Lama Is Honored on Capitol Hill
Over protests from China, the Dalai Lama received Congress?s highest civilian honor at a ceremony today with President Bush...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Bomb South of Baghdad Kills 7 Policemen
A roadside bomb killed seven Iraqi policemen in a Shiite area south of Baghdad in the worst of a number of violent episodes in Iraq on Wednesday...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
2 Americans Among New 23 Cardinals
18 of the 23 new cardinals appointed by Pope Benedict XVI are under 80 years of age, which qualifies them to take part in an election for a new pope...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Bush Says Iran Nuclear Project Raises War Risk
The president ratcheted up his rhetoric today, warning that for Iran to possess a nuclear weapon raised the risk of a ?World War III.?...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Parliament in Turkey Approves Iraq Incursion
The action moves Turkey closer to a confrontation with Iraq over Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Apple to open up iPhone software
Apple boss Steve Jobs says outside developers will now be allowed to make add-on software for the iPhone...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Men 'benefit most' from aspirin
The heart-protecting benefits of taking aspirin could apply mainly to men, a study suggests...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Watchdog's academy cost warning
The first wave of academies have had cost overruns of up to £3m each, says the public spending watchdog...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Cave clue to 'first beachcombers'
The shellfish waste discarded in a South African cave is said to be the earliest evidence of humans living and thriving by the sea...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Oil prices pull back from highs
Oil prices pull back from record highs after Opec suggests it may now consider boosting output...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Drink warning for million Scots
A million Scots are drinking alcohol at levels which could damage their health, campaigners claim...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
More cash possible at arts venue
Ministers consider giving more public money to the Wales Millennium Centre after auditors warn of insolvency...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Death of leading loyalist Duddy
Leading loyalist Sammy Duddy, a former leader in the UDA, dies after suffering a massive heart attack...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Canada Liberals send PM lifeline
Canada's main opposition party says it will not force an early poll over the prime minister's policy address...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Leading Burmese dissidents freed
Burmese authorities release three prominent dissidents involved in last month's democracy protests...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Football: McLeish still positive
Alex McLeish says Scotland can be proud of his side considering they can still qualify for the Euro 2008 finals with victory over Italy...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Dalai Lama awarded top medal
The Dalai Lama is awarded a Congressional Gold Medal - the top US civilian honour, a move that infuriates China...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Review after toddler torture case
A multi-agency review into the case of a two-year-old tortured to death by her stepfather is to report back in 2008...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Museum cancels race row lecture
The Science Museum cancels a talk by a controversial geneticist who claims black people are less intelligent than white people...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
UK house prices 'at risk of fall'
Britain may be facing a fall in house prices similar to that experienced in the US, the IMF warns...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
NHS trusts 'failing on infection'
A quarter of hospital trusts in England are failing to meet new standards on infection control, a survey suggests...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Japanese Refueling, Part of Afghan War Effort, Likely to Be Suspended
TOKYO, Oct. 17 ? The government submitted a bill today to continue a naval refueling mission in the Indian Ocean as part of Japan?s assistance in the war in Afghanistan...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
UN Official Detained in Somalia
The head of U.N. food agency operations in Mogadishu was taken away Wednesday by 50 to 60 heavily armed government security officers who had stormed the U.N. compound there...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Filipino Government Investigating Bribery Report
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has ordered an investigation into a possible attempt to by members of her administration to use bribes to prevent her impeachment...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Musharraf Rival Prepares for Return to Pakistan
Benazir Bhutto said she was determined to return this week despite pressure from the government for a delay...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Parliament in Turkey Votes to Allow Iraq Incursion
The motion allows for a cross-border offensive to strike Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq, although diplomatic efforts continued to prevent military action...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Town wakes up to digital future
Whitehaven in Cumbria becomes the first area in the UK to officially begin switching from analogue to digital TV...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Stepfather tortured toddler to death
A stepfather who tortured a toddler for four months until she died is jailed for 12 years - her mother is jailed for six...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Oil price at $89 on Iraq tension
The price of oil rises to a fresh high of $89 a barrel as tensions grow between Turkey and Kurdish rebels...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Man 'exposed himself' to children
An Armagh man committed acts of gross indecency towards children as young as four, the High Court hears...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Personal care 'not always free'
A judge rules the law on free personal care in Scotland does not always require councils to foot the bill...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Man admits 'pen attack' murder
A man admits murdering a 20-year-old student after an attack that involved stabbing her with pens...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Two killed in clash in Gaza Strip
An Israeli soldier and a Palestinian militant die in clashes in the Gaza Strip during an Israeli raid...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
State funeral for Macedonia star
Thousands attend the funeral of Macedonian pop star Tose Proeski, who died in a car crash on Wednesday...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Somali aid stopped after kidnap
The UN says it is stopping food distribution in Somalia's capital after troops abduct a member of staff...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Rugby: England turn to Cueto
Mark Cueto replaces the injured Josh Lewsey in England's line-up for Saturday's World Cup final against South Africa...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Russia comeback shatters England
England face a battle to reach Euro 2008 after Russia come from behind to win the key qualifier in Moscow...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Diana 'rumours' on night of crash
There were rumours that Princess Diana was to make an announcement on the night of her death, an inquest hears...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Rail crash was 'suicide attempt'
A policeman who saw a crash on a level crossing which killed seven in 2004 believed it was a suicide attempt...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Plans for BBC's future approved
BBC director general Mark Thompson's future plans for the corporation are backed by its governing body...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Huhne launches leadership battle
Chris Huhne launches his bid to become Lib Dem leader saying he wants to see a fairer and greener Britain...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Turkish MPs back attacks in Iraq
Turkey's parliament approves military operations against Kurdish separatists in Iraq, defying pressure from the US...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
U.N. Staff Member Is Kidnapped in Somalia
ROME (AP) -- A U.N. food agency in Rome said Wednesday that one of its staffers had been kidnapped in Mogadishu, Somalia...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Bill Is Approved in Japan to Extend Refueling Mission but Limit Support for Forces in Afghanistan
The bill would limit Japanese ships in the Indian Ocean to refueling and supplying water to ships on antiterrorism patrols, but does not allow them to refuel vessels involved in military operations...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Nearly 3,000 Held in Myanmar
Myanmar?s military junta acknowledged that it detained nearly 3,000 people during a crackdown on recent pro-democracy protests, with hundreds still remaining in custody...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Warning issued over egg freezing
Egg freezing should not be offered to women who want to put off motherhood for lifestyle reasons, say experts...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Bid plan for Scottish & Newcastle
Brewing giants Carlsberg and Heineken say they are in are in talks about forming a consortium to buy Scottish & Newcastle...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Huhne set to launch Lib Dem bid
Chris Huhne is set to launch his Lib Dem leadership bid - as acting leader Vince Cable rules himself out...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Asbestos disease claims stopped
Workers suffering from an asbestos-related disease can no longer claim compensation, the Law Lords rule...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Inquiry urged after vicar killing
The family of a vicar stabbed to death want an inquiry into why no one realised his killer was so dangerous...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Foot-and-mouth restrictions eased
A ban on livestock movement in low-risk foot-and-mouth areas in England is lifted by the government...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Irish primate to become cardinal
The pope announces that the head of the Catholic Church in Ireland is to become a cardinal...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Indian share market sees 9% slump
Trading on India's main stock index, the Sensex, is suspended briefly after the market slumps 9%...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Macedonia mourns Balkan singer
Macedonians observe a day of mourning for pop star Tose Proeski, who died in a car crash on Wednesday...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Roadside bomb kills Iraqi police
A roadside bomb kills seven Iraqi policemen near the city of Diwaniya, south of Baghdad, the military says...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Sudan's president in crisis bid
Sudan's president reshuffles his cabinet to try to resolve a political crisis with ex-rebels in the south...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Rugby U: Hipkiss poised for call
Dan Hipkiss looks favourite to replace Josh Lewsey when England name their World Cup team on Wednesday...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Football: Terry injury blow
England captain John Terry is set to miss Wednesday's Euro 2008 qualifier against Russia after limping out of training...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Lee leaves Bolton post
Bolton manager Sammy Lee leaves the club by "mutual consent" after just six months in charge...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
UK jobless rate in further fall
The number of unemployed people in the UK falls to 1.65 milliion, according to the latest official figures...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
BBC boss delivers budget plan
BBC director general Mark Thompson is presenting plans for the corporation's future to its governing body...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
England fans attacked in Moscow
Four England football fans have been beaten up in Moscow ahead of the match with Russia, the Foreign Office says...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Menezes picture 'manipulated'
Prosecutors at the Old Bailey accuse police of manipulating a photograph of shooting victim Jean Charles de Menezes...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Schools 'not closing social gap'
The social divide in education between rich and poor pupils is not closing in England, say inspectors...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Kennedy 'unlikely to run again'
Former Liberal Democrat leader Charles Kennedy says it is "highly unlikely" that he will run again for the post...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Tale of Dysfunctional Family Wins British Award
The Irish author Anne Enright won the Man Booker prize on Tuesday night for ?The Gathering,? a novel that confronts three generations? worth of family secrets...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Wines of The Times: From Chile, History in a Bottle
Perhaps a key to Chile's future success in the global wine market, is carmenère, a little known grape that requires a look back at Chile?s surprisingly long wine history...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Exhibition Review: A Century-Old Court Case That Still Resonates
Unusual artifacts from the Dreyfus family collection shed light on the strangeness and shock of Dreyfus?s personal experience...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Abroad: Ready or Not, France Opens Museum on Immigration
Multiculturalism, which by its very existence the National Center of the History of Immigration takes for granted, is an alien and incendiary concept in France...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Africa: South Africa: Inquiry Into Report on Minister
Prosecutors confirmed that they were investigating a newspaper editor in connection with the paper?s disclosure of medical records of the government?s health minister...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Asia: India: New Doubts for U.S. Nuclear Deal
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has raised new doubts about a nuclear trade deal with the United States, saying that his government was having ?certain difficulties? finalizing it...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | The Americas: Haiti: U.N. Mission to Expand Policing
The United Nations Security Council renewed the peacekeeping force for another year but reconfigured it to strengthen Haiti?s borders against smuggling...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Asia: Japan Cancels Myanmar Aid
Japan halted a $4.7 million aid grant to Myanmar to protest the ruling junta?s bloody suppression of last month?s pro-democracy protests...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Middle East: Yemen: Planner of Cole Attack Back in Prison
The man convicted of playing a main role in planning the 2000 bombing of the United States destroyer Cole was back in custody after a negotiated surrender...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Africa: Eritrea: Assassination Attempt on Security Chief
Eritrea?s powerful internal security chief is in stable condition after being attacked in ?a failed assassination attempt? on Saturday...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Libya and Vietnam to Sit on Security Council
Libya and Vietnam, once shunned by the West, were today elected to the Security Council along with Burkina Faso, Costa Rica and Croatia...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
World Briefing | Europe: Spain: U.S. Boat Seized in Treasure Fight
A Civil Guard ship intercepted a boat operated by a Florida maritime salvage concern, which Spain believes may have taken treasure from a sunken Spanish galleon...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
U.S. Forgives Costa Rican Debt to Help Environment
The U.S. has agreed to forgive $26 million of debt and the government of Costa Rica has committed to invest a similar amount in conserving high-risk natural areas...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
An Ex-Leader in Congress Is Now Turkey?s Man in the Lobbies of Capitol Hill
Since leaving Capitol Hill in 1999, former Representative Robert L. Livingston has been the main lobbyist for Turkey in blocking Congressional efforts to pass an Armenian genocide resolution...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
With One Eye on China, Bush Receives Dalai Lama
Tensions escalated between the United States and China over Congress?s awarding its highest civilian honor to the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Egypt Helps Bolster Prospect of Peace Talks
Egypt expressed unusually strong support for the Bush administration?s efforts to begin negotiating peace between the Israelis and Palestinians...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Truck Bomb Kills Up to 16 Iraqis in Mosul
A suicide truck bomb killed as many as 16 people and wounded more than 50 when it destroyed a police station in Mosul on Tuesday, according to a Health Ministry official in that northern city...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Vienna Journal: An Immigrant Girl?s Plea Draws Austria?s Attention
The case of a 15-year-old girl from Kosovo has raised questions about asylum seekers in Europe and about the human cost of Austria?s strict immigration policies...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Sarkozy, Ever Blunt, Confounds Both Friend and Foe
Five months into President Nicolas Sarkozy?s presidency, a sense of unease and discontent is surfacing ? not just among his opponents but within the corridors of the French government...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
In Iran, Putin Warns Against Military Action
At a meeting of Caspian Sea nations, President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia said that any use of force in the region was unacceptable...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Support Wanes in House for Genocide Vote
The Turkish government has said House passage of the resolution would prompt it to reconsider its ties to the United States, including logistical support for the Iraq war...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Pentagon Sees One Authority Over Contractors
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates is pressing for the armed security contractors in Iraq to fall under a single authority, most likely the American military...
New York Times - October 17, 2007
Ancient reptile tracks unearthed
The earliest evidence for the existence of reptiles is found in rocks dating back 315 million years...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
First town switches to digital TV
Whitehaven in Cumbria becomes the first area in the UK to officially begin switching from analogue to digital TV...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
GPs back abortion on demand call
A survey suggests two out of three GPs believe women should be able to get an abortion within 14 weeks...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Court resumes Musharraf hearings
Pakistan's Supreme Court is set to resume hearings on the validity of President Pervez Musharraf's election...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
London has '20% of UK's economy'
London accounts for a fifth of the UK economy and more than one-in-six jobs, a study suggests...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Burma 'still hunting protesters'
Burmese authorities are still seeking and detaining those who took part in protests, the government says...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Chavez reforms go to parliament
Venezuelan MPs debate President Hugo Chavez's extended list of proposed constitutional changes...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Turkey seeks green light on Iraq
A motion allowing troops to enter Iraq in pursuit of Kurdish rebels is expected to pass in the Turkish parliament...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Livestock rules set to be eased
A ban on livestock movement in low-risk foot-and-mouth areas is expected to be lifted by the government...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Parents 'would move for school'
A poll suggests half of all parents would move to win a place for their child at a good state school...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Lib Dem leadership bids expected
Contenders for the Lib Dem leadership are expected to enter the race to succeed Sir Menzies Campbell...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
'No clarity' over care home fees
Older people charged for a care home place are often in the dark about what they are paying for, a report finds...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Thompson delivers BBC budget plan
BBC director general Mark Thompson is to submit plans for the corporation's future to its governing body...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
Migration 'causes pressure in UK'
Increased migration is causing problems in health, crime and housing across the UK, an official report says...
BBC News - October 17, 2007
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