ABC News | Cost control big question in Senate health bill San Francisco Chronicle (11-30) 04:00 PST Washington - -- As the Senate takes up health care legislation this week, the question of whether it will "bend the curve" of soaring costs has emerged as a central dispute among experts and the subject of an » |
Times Online | Pakistan must step up action against al Qaeda-Brown Reuters LONDON, Nov 29 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has c » |
The Age | At Least 25 Dead in Russian Train Derailment New York Times MOSCOW â€" A luxury express train carrying hundreds of passengers from Moscow to St. Petersburg derailed on Friday night after a bomb detonated on the tracks in a rural area, killing more than 25 people and injuring ... Russia train crash 'caused by bomb' Russia train crash: bomb blamed Russia says bomb caused fatal train disaster |
BBC News | Iran Censured Over Nuclear Program by UN Watchdog New York Times PARIS â€" One day after the director general of the United Nations nuclear watchdog castigated Iran for blocking inquiries into its nuclear program, the organization's governing body added a further rebuke Friday, ... Iran told to halt work on nuclear plant by UN watchdog us says patience with Iran fading IAEA Votes to Censure Iran |
Washington Post | 'Screaming Hot' TVs Abound as Walmart, Kohl's Push for Shoppers Bloomberg Nov. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Kohl's Corp. and Toys 'R' Us Inc. are competing for customers with discounts and extended Black Friday hours as cost-conscious shoppers say they plan to spend less on ... What Stores Are Open Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday No Thanksgiving rest for retailers in sales race Retailers' Black Friday hope: less chaos, more profit |
Telegraph.co.uk | Obama expects support for more Afghanistan troops The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" President Barack Obama expects Americans to support sending tens of thousands more US troops to Afghanistan once they understand the perils of losing, and he is preparing to make his case to the nation next week. Eight years after the Sept ... Singh visit helps India-US ties but isssues remain Obama tells Singh that US values its ties with India Q+A-Obama ponders extra troops for Afghanistan |
Boston Globe | Death toll rises in Philippines massacre CNN Investigators examine the grisly scene where around 40 people were killed after being abducted at gunpoint. Manila, Philippines (CNN) -- The Philippine government declared a state of emergency in southern parts of the country Tuesday after gunmen ... Philippine massacre toll mounts to 39 dead-police China condemns hostage killing in southern Philippines Philippines massacre sparks state of emergency |
InTheNews.co.uk | Gunmen kill 21 in Philippines over political rivalry Washington Post MANILA (Reuters) - Gunmen killed at least 21 people in the southern Philippines on Monday, apparently to prevent a woman from filing her husband's nomination to run for provincial governor in May next year, the military said. ... 21 Killed in Philippines Abduction 21 Die in Philippine Political Violence Maguindanao 'poll-related' massacre claims at least 36 lives |
New York Times | Senate Clears Way to Debate Democrats' Healthcare Plan Chicago Tribune Washington Bureau - NOAM N. LEVEY Reporting from Washington Without a vote to spare, Democrats pushed their healthcare legislation over its first obstacle on the Senate floor Saturday, as the chamber voted to begin formal debate of a sweeping measure ... Nelson might not back next step for health bill Senate Democrats Advance Health Care Reform Bill US Senate to Vote on Health Care Bill Saturday |
guardian.co.uk | Historic health care bill clears Senate hurdle The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" A bruising debate on health care awaits the Senate after Thanksgiving now that the historic legislation has cleared a key hurdle over the opposition of Republicans eager to inflict a punishing defeat on President Barack Obama. ... 1st hurdle for Senate health care bill Senate sets stage for historic health debate Explaining cost savings in the Senate bill |
ABC News | Healthcare bill faces first Senate test Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The US Senate will cast its first crucial test vote on healthcare reform on Saturday, with Democrats close to reaching the 60 votes needed to overcome Republican opposition and open debate. ... Senate readies for key healthcare vote Nebraska Senator Will Vote to Start Health Debate Initial Senate vote looms on health legislation |
MiamiHerald.com | Health-care historian: GOP opposing ideas it long espoused Philadelphia Inquirer In the past, most opposition to changing health care came from health-care interest groups: doctors, insurance companies, drug companies. This time, it's different. There has been considerable grumbling from the medical establishment, ... Democrats risk taxing the wealthy for healthcare Another 2000-Page Bill Senate Bill Offers Many Targets for Critics |
The Age | Oprah Winfrey to end celebrated TV talk show in 2011 New York Daily News Oprah Winfrey will announce on Friday that she is leaving her TV talk show behind in 2011. With Oprah Winfrey's rating recently reaching an » |
MiamiHerald.com | Health Care Battle: Abortion, Public Plan Among Hurdles in Senate Debate FOXNews Several sticking points will present hurdles for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid as he moves forward with his health care reform plan. Senate Majority Whip Richard Durbin speaks during a health care reform news conference on Capitol Hill Nov. 19. ... US Senate Bill Includes Lower $2 Billion Medical Device Tax |
Times Online | US, China revive hopes of deal at climate talks Hindu TOWARDS CONSENSUS: Chinese President Hu Jintao escorts US President Barack Obama past a guard of honour at a welcoming ceremony at the Great H » |
Telegraph.co.uk | China's rising nationalism BBC News While US President Barack Obama has been sitting down with China's leaders seeking ever closer co-operation, some observers are concerned as to how China will behave as it gets stronger. Beijing is building up its military forces, ... Copenhagen deal should have immediate effect -Obama Obama prods China on yuan but Hu silent on issue US / China Summit Ends with No Breakthroughs, But Vows of Cooperation |
guardian.co.uk | Palin, Winfrey talk about book and Levi Johnston The Associated Press CHICAGO â€" Sarah Palin said in an interview with Oprah Winfrey that it's heartbreaking to see the road that Levi Johnston, the father of her grandson, has taken and that the soon-to-be Playgirl model hasn't seen his baby in awhile. ... Sarah Palin got a college D: Guess which course (Poll) Exclusive: Palin Accounts Disputed by McCain Aides Payback Time: Why Right-Wing Men Rush to Palin's Defense |
New York Daily News | Giuliani Criticizes Plan to Try 9/11 'Mastermind' New York Times Rudolph W. Giuliani, mayor of New York at the time of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, said on Sunday that the Obama administration's decision to try Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, the self-described mastermind of the attacks, in a civilian ... Dems, GOP split on NY trials of » |
ABC News | Hasan's attorney says he will seek psychiatric evaluation Washington Post An Army psychiatrist » |
The Age | President Obama's scheduled visit to China has stirred debate Washington Post President Obama embarks on a nine-day tour of Asian countries, including Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea. Obama is expected to address topics such as security, environment, the economy and US-Asia relations. Explore key events highlighting US ... Obama Arrives to High Hopes at Asian Summit Obama boosts hopes for free trade in Asia-Pacific World Leaders at APEC Summit C » |
BBC News | Obama seeks to ease US-Japan strains at start of Asia trip Los Angeles Times Tokyo's standing in the » |
BBC News | FBI says Hasan wasn't involved in terrorist activities Houston Chronicle The FBI said today that it appears Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan acted alone in the Fort Hood shootings, and was not involved in terrorist activities when a joint terrorism task force crossed ... Hasan Charged With 13 Counts of Murder in Ft. Hood Attack Fort Hood shooting suspect faces 13 murder charges 1:53 PM CT |
The Week Magazine | Veterans Day: Why It's Today, How It's Changed & More National Geographic At Veterans Day celebrations and events around the country, the United States is honoring the men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces. So why is November 11 Veterans Day? Who is it for? And how has it changed? ... Honoring California's war dead on Veterans Day Veterans Day observed throughout Southern California The last 3 living veterans of World War I |
The Week Magazine | Veterans Day: Why It's Today, How It's Changed & More National Geographic At Veterans Day celebrations and events around the country, the United States is honoring the men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces. So why is November 11 Veterans Day? Who is it for? And how has it changed? ... Honoring California's war dead on Veterans Day Veterans Day observed throughout Southern California The last 3 living veterans of World War I |
