HEADLINES For Thursday, December 9th, 2010
The Washington Post
Baltimore man accused of plotting to blow up military recruiting station in Md.
By Maria Glod, Jerry Markon and Tara Bahrampour
A Baltimore construction worker was charged Wednesday with plotting to blow up a military recruiting station in Maryland after the FBI learned of his radical leanings on Facebook, joined his plot and supplied him with a fake car bomb that he tried to detonate, federal officials said.
Senate vote on tax-cut extensions may come by the weekend
By Felicia Sonmez
The Senate may vote on an extension of the Bush-era tax cuts by this weekend, according to top Senate Democrats and Republicans.
By Felicia Sonmez
The Senate may vote on an extension of the Bush-era tax cuts by this weekend, according to top Senate Democrats and Republicans.
Gray announces more appointments
By Nikita Stewart
Mayor-elect Vincent C. Gray will announce more members of his executive office team Thursday, according to two sources within the transition, a day after he named construction czar Allen Y. Lew as the new city administrator and human resources expert Gerri Mason Hall to be chief of staff.
By Nikita Stewart
Mayor-elect Vincent C. Gray will announce more members of his executive office team Thursday, according to two sources within the transition, a day after he named construction czar Allen Y. Lew as the new city administrator and human resources expert Gerri Mason Hall to be chief of staff.
Council poised to enact unpaid furlough for city workers
By Tim Craig
The D.C. Council is poised to approve a revised 2011 budget today that calls for all non-essential city employees to take four furlough days on holidays, meaning they will not get paid time off on those days.
By Tim Craig
The D.C. Council is poised to approve a revised 2011 budget today that calls for all non-essential city employees to take four furlough days on holidays, meaning they will not get paid time off on those days.
High court torn on Ariz. law to punish companies for hiring illegal immigrants
By Robert Barnes
The Supreme Court sounded conflicted Wednesday about whether Arizona's attempt to revoke the licenses of businesses that knowingly employ illegal immigrants intrudes on federal law or complements it.
By Robert Barnes
The Supreme Court sounded conflicted Wednesday about whether Arizona's attempt to revoke the licenses of businesses that knowingly employ illegal immigrants intrudes on federal law or complements it.
Pepco peddles myths about trees, customers' expectations in failing effort to explain its problems
By Robert McCartney
We can't count on Pepco to keep the lights on, but we can always rely on it to generate myths to try to absolve itself of blame.
By Robert McCartney
We can't count on Pepco to keep the lights on, but we can always rely on it to generate myths to try to absolve itself of blame.
The New York Times
Republicans Name Leaders of House Committees
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER
WASHINGTON — House Republican leaders approved their slate of committee chairmen on Wednesday, steeling themselves for battle with the Obama administration once their party assumes control of the chamber in January.
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER
WASHINGTON — House Republican leaders approved their slate of committee chairmen on Wednesday, steeling themselves for battle with the Obama administration once their party assumes control of the chamber in January.
Senate, for Just the 8th Time, Votes to Oust a Federal Judge
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday found Judge G. Thomas Porteous Jr. of Federal District Court in Louisiana guilty on four articles of impeachment and removed him from the bench, the first time the Senate has ousted a federal judge in more than two decades.
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday found Judge G. Thomas Porteous Jr. of Federal District Court in Louisiana guilty on four articles of impeachment and removed him from the bench, the first time the Senate has ousted a federal judge in more than two decades.
Bill to Award Seniors $250 Is Defeated
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
WASHINGTON (AP) — House and Senate Republicans on Wednesday thwarted Democratic efforts to award $250 checks to Social Security recipients facing a second consecutive year without a cost-of-living increase.
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
WASHINGTON (AP) — House and Senate Republicans on Wednesday thwarted Democratic efforts to award $250 checks to Social Security recipients facing a second consecutive year without a cost-of-living increase.
J.&J. Is Ordered to Pay $1.8 Million in Levaquin Suit
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSA federal court jury has ordered the pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson to pay damages of $1.8 million in the case of an 82-year-old Minnesota man who claimed that the antibiotic Levaquin had caused him severe tendon injuries.
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSA federal court jury has ordered the pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson to pay damages of $1.8 million in the case of an 82-year-old Minnesota man who claimed that the antibiotic Levaquin had caused him severe tendon injuries.
Study Finds Setbacks in Women’s Health
By RONI CARYN RABIN
More women are binge drinking, saying they downed five or more drinks at a single occasion in the past month, and fewer are being screened for cervical cancer. Over all, more women are obese, diabetic and hypertensive than just a few years ago, and more are testing positive for chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease linked to infertility.
By RONI CARYN RABIN
More women are binge drinking, saying they downed five or more drinks at a single occasion in the past month, and fewer are being screened for cervical cancer. Over all, more women are obese, diabetic and hypertensive than just a few years ago, and more are testing positive for chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease linked to infertility.
USA Today
Obama signs law for Indian tribes, black farmers
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Obama signed landmark legislation Wednesday that will pay American Indians and black farmers $4.6 billion to deal with claims of government mistreatment over many decades.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Obama signed landmark legislation Wednesday that will pay American Indians and black farmers $4.6 billion to deal with claims of government mistreatment over many decades.
Pew study: 8 percent of American adults online use Twitter
Eight percent of American adults who use the Internet use Twitter, according to a new Pew study out today that says the service is most popular among young adults, minorities and city-dwellers.
Eight percent of American adults who use the Internet use Twitter, according to a new Pew study out today that says the service is most popular among young adults, minorities and city-dwellers.
Just one cigarette can harm DNA, Surgeon General says
By Liz Szabo
Even brief exposure to tobacco smoke causes immediate harm to the body, damaging cells and inflaming tissue in ways that can lead to serious illness and death, according to the U.S. Surgeon General's new report on tobacco, the first such report in four years.
By Liz Szabo
Even brief exposure to tobacco smoke causes immediate harm to the body, damaging cells and inflaming tissue in ways that can lead to serious illness and death, according to the U.S. Surgeon General's new report on tobacco, the first such report in four years.
CNNWestboro Baptist Church says it will picket Elizabeth Edwards' funeral
Members of the Westboro Baptist Church announced Thursday plans to picket Saturday’s funeral for Elizabeth Edwards in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Members of the Westboro Baptist Church announced Thursday plans to picket Saturday’s funeral for Elizabeth Edwards in Raleigh, North Carolina.
TRENDING: Trump 'really thinking' about prez bid By: CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney
Let’s get one thing straight: Donald Trump says he doesn’t want to run for president, he says. Honestly, he doesn’t. Not interested.
But because the country is in such dire straits, he says, the business tycoon and perennial publicity hound just might have no choice. The country needs him.
Let’s get one thing straight: Donald Trump says he doesn’t want to run for president, he says. Honestly, he doesn’t. Not interested.
But because the country is in such dire straits, he says, the business tycoon and perennial publicity hound just might have no choice. The country needs him.
Will reading WikiLeaks cost students jobs with the federal government?
By Emanuella Grinberg
U.S. agencies have warned some employees that reading the classified State Department documents released by WikiLeaks puts them at risk of losing their jobs. But what about students considering jobs with the federal government? Do they jeopardize their chances by reading WikiLeaks?
By Emanuella Grinberg
U.S. agencies have warned some employees that reading the classified State Department documents released by WikiLeaks puts them at risk of losing their jobs. But what about students considering jobs with the federal government? Do they jeopardize their chances by reading WikiLeaks?
The Los Angeles Times House passes immigration Dream Act
Reporting from Washington — The House passed a landmark youth immigration bill known as the Dream Act on Wednesday night largely along party lines, but the measure faces a tough test in the Senate as Democrats struggle to pass priority legislation in the waning days of this Congress.
Reporting from Washington — The House passed a landmark youth immigration bill known as the Dream Act on Wednesday night largely along party lines, but the measure faces a tough test in the Senate as Democrats struggle to pass priority legislation in the waning days of this Congress.
Unemployment benefits to run out Saturday for 185,000 Californians
Reporting from Washington — Many people want Congress to approve a deal to extend tax cuts by Dec. 31 to avoid a financial hit next year. But for 185,000 jobless Californians, the crucial deadline for passing the agreement is Saturday.
That's when their special extended unemployment benefits will run out.
Reporting from Washington — Many people want Congress to approve a deal to extend tax cuts by Dec. 31 to avoid a financial hit next year. But for 185,000 jobless Californians, the crucial deadline for passing the agreement is Saturday.
That's when their special extended unemployment benefits will run out.
Disney's ABC reaches $200 million streaming deal with Netflix
The Walt Disney Co. has reached an agreement with Netflix Inc. that allows the rapidly growing subscription service to stream television shows from the ABC network, Disney Channel and ABC Family, signaling Netflix's growing clout as a distributor of programming over the Internet.
PoliticoHouse approves $1T budget bill
By DAVID ROGERS
The House narrowly approved a stripped-down budget bill Wednesday evening, cutting nearly $46 billion from President Barack Obama’s requests in order to hold total governmentwide appropriations to no more than the current $1.09 trillion level.
By DAVID ROGERS
The House narrowly approved a stripped-down budget bill Wednesday evening, cutting nearly $46 billion from President Barack Obama’s requests in order to hold total governmentwide appropriations to no more than the current $1.09 trillion level.
Would any Democrat really challenge Barack Obama?
By JONATHAN MARTIN & BEN SMITH
Some angry liberals may want to see President Barack Obama face a primary from his left in 2012, but they have no answer to a basic question: Who?
Two of the Democratic Party's most well-known progressives — Howard Dean and Russ Feingold — have both indicated that they won't take on Obama, and there are few others who have the stature and willingness to mount a credible campaign against the president.
By JONATHAN MARTIN & BEN SMITH
Some angry liberals may want to see President Barack Obama face a primary from his left in 2012, but they have no answer to a basic question: Who?
Two of the Democratic Party's most well-known progressives — Howard Dean and Russ Feingold — have both indicated that they won't take on Obama, and there are few others who have the stature and willingness to mount a credible campaign against the president.
Palin alleges hack by WikiLeaks fans
By MEREDITH SHINER
Sarah Palin on Wednesday said her PAC's website and her personal credit card information were the targets of cyber sabotage by hackers who support the WikiLeaks project. The hacking was first reported by ABC News.
The Huffington Post MasterCard DOWN: MasterCard.com, Swiss Bank, Lawyer's Site Hacked By WikiLeaks Supporters With DDOS Attack RAPHAEL G. SATTER
LONDON — WikiLeaks supporters struck back Wednesday at perceived enemies of founder Julian Assange, attacking the websites of Swedish prosecutors, the Swedish lawyer whose clients have accused Assange of sexual crimes and the Swiss authority that froze Assange's bank account.
LONDON — WikiLeaks supporters struck back Wednesday at perceived enemies of founder Julian Assange, attacking the websites of Swedish prosecutors, the Swedish lawyer whose clients have accused Assange of sexual crimes and the Swiss authority that froze Assange's bank account.
Lisa Ling: I Felt Like A Failure After Miscarriage
NEW YORK — Journalist Lisa Ling says she felt like a "complete failure" after suffering a miscarriage six months ago.
Ling, who appeared on "The View" from 1999 to 2002, came back to the show Tuesday to talk about her experience. Her taped appearance will air Friday.
NEW YORK — Journalist Lisa Ling says she felt like a "complete failure" after suffering a miscarriage six months ago.
Ling, who appeared on "The View" from 1999 to 2002, came back to the show Tuesday to talk about her experience. Her taped appearance will air Friday.
Electronic Cigarettes: E-Cigarettes Shoulld Fall Under FDA Regulation, Says Court MICHAEL FELBERBAUM
RICHMOND, Va. — A federal appeals court says electronic cigarettes should be regulated as tobacco products by the Food and Drug Administration rather than as drug-delivery devices, which have more stringent requirements.
The ruling means their makers won't have to conduct expensive clinical trials to prove to the FDA that the products are safe and effective as a stop-smoking aid.
RICHMOND, Va. — A federal appeals court says electronic cigarettes should be regulated as tobacco products by the Food and Drug Administration rather than as drug-delivery devices, which have more stringent requirements.
The ruling means their makers won't have to conduct expensive clinical trials to prove to the FDA that the products are safe and effective as a stop-smoking aid.
Fannie, Freddie In Talks With Government Over Reducing Balances For Struggling Homeowners: Report REUTERS
NEW YORK: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are in discussions with U.S. government officials to join government programs aimed at reducing mortgage balances where borrowers owe more than the values of their homes, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday citing people familiar with the situation.
The paper reported that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been highly reluctant to reduce mortgage balances, especially for borrowers who are still making payments.
NEW YORK: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are in discussions with U.S. government officials to join government programs aimed at reducing mortgage balances where borrowers owe more than the values of their homes, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday citing people familiar with the situation.
The paper reported that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been highly reluctant to reduce mortgage balances, especially for borrowers who are still making payments.
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Four serious pedestrian crashes in area since last night
By Dave Jamieson
First, one pedestrian was killed and another critically hurt after a hit and run in District Heights last night around 5:30 p.m. The pair was walking along Walker Mill Road when they were struck by what Prince George's County police say may have been a 1990 gold Honda Accord. Krystal Diamond Brown, 28, was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Her 21-year-old companion is still critical.
Four serious pedestrian crashes in area since last night
By Dave Jamieson
First, one pedestrian was killed and another critically hurt after a hit and run in District Heights last night around 5:30 p.m. The pair was walking along Walker Mill Road when they were struck by what Prince George's County police say may have been a 1990 gold Honda Accord. Krystal Diamond Brown, 28, was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Her 21-year-old companion is still critical.
Maroon 5, 'American Idol' runner-up to perform at tree lighting: Arts links
By Ryan Kearney
Can you feel the excitement in the air? If not, then you must be a non-Pixar robot, because tonight's the National Christmas Tree lighting! I assume this is a big deal 'round these parts, given that there's an online lottery for only 3,000 tickets.
By Ryan Kearney
Can you feel the excitement in the air? If not, then you must be a non-Pixar robot, because tonight's the National Christmas Tree lighting! I assume this is a big deal 'round these parts, given that there's an online lottery for only 3,000 tickets.
SlateHow should America improve its economy? Don't ask Americans for guidance.
Tax cuts, unemployment benefits, business uncertainty, rising gas prices, another dip in housing prices, joblessness, debt, holiday shopping: These are the issues at the forefront of the polled American's mind. And all of this economic turmoil has left the polled American worried—worried and confused.
Tax cuts, unemployment benefits, business uncertainty, rising gas prices, another dip in housing prices, joblessness, debt, holiday shopping: These are the issues at the forefront of the polled American's mind. And all of this economic turmoil has left the polled American worried—worried and confused.
Want Web Privacy? Pay for It.
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission tried to goad the federal government into entering the Web browser design business. In an advisory report, the FTC advocated the addition of a persistent "Do Not Track" setting to "consumers' browsers—so consumers can choose whether to allow the collection of data regarding their online searching and browsing activities."
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission tried to goad the federal government into entering the Web browser design business. In an advisory report, the FTC advocated the addition of a persistent "Do Not Track" setting to "consumers' browsers—so consumers can choose whether to allow the collection of data regarding their online searching and browsing activities."
If publishing the WikiLeaks cables were against the law, could the New York Times go to jail?
Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman says the Justice Department should investigate the New York Times to see if the newspaper can be criminally charged for publishing leaked State Department cables. If federal prosecutors can make charges against the Times stick, whom would they put in jail?
'Prince of Pork' to Approps chairConnecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman says the Justice Department should investigate the New York Times to see if the newspaper can be criminally charged for publishing leaked State Department cables. If federal prosecutors can make charges against the Times stick, whom would they put in jail?
By SIMMI AUJLA
Rep. Hal Rogers may have sworn off earmarks as he lobbied his way into the powerful House Appropriations Committee chairmanship, but there’s a reason he’s earned the nickname “Prince of Pork.”
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