英文新聞列表 English News List

• SKorean spy chief offers to resign over document leak: reports
• Tokyo hoping 'compact' games will bring Olympics back to Asia
• Women tennis players approached to throw matches
• Malaysian witness says video alleging judicial corruption is authentic
• Australia's troubled Centro Properties replaces chief executive
• Australia's troubled Centro Properties replaces chief executive
• Tokyo hoping 'compact' games will bring Olympics back to Asia
• SKorean spy chief offers to resign over document leak
• Vietnam Airlines allowed to hire foreign consultant to advise on initial public offering
• Vietnam Airlines allowed to hire foreign consultant to advise on initial public offering
• Djokovic gets down to business, then jokes around
• Colorado Lawmaker Kicks Photographer
• Maila Nurmi, TV's Vampira, Dies at 85
• Australian Open seeds fared
• Mirza tries to focus on-court despite troubles off
• Maila Nurmi, TV's Vampira, Dies at 85
• Finnish-born Maila Nurmi, who pioneered sexy Goth look as TV's Vampira, dies at 85
• Man Charged With Driving Lawnmower Drunk
• Reliance Power IPO, largest ever in India, fully subscribed at US$3 billion
• Reliance Power IPO, largest ever in India, fully subscribed at US$3 billion
• R.E.M's Stipe dismissed as juror in school assault case after saying he can't be impartial
• Samsung's quarterly profit falls 6.6 percent; stock rises despite raid on group headquarters
• Michigan vote could be last chance for Romney in U.S. presidential race
• Samsung's quarterly profit falls 6.6 percent; stock rises despite raid on group headquarters
• Fire breaks out in major Iraqi oil refinery, 4 workers injured
• Chakvetadze craves a big tournament try out after 1st round opponent retires
• Tesco UK sales up 3.1 percent in Christmas period, below forecast
• Game Group reports Christmas sales up 31.9 percent
• Fire breaks out in major Iraqi oil refinery, 4 workers injured
• Djokovic gets down to business, then jokes around
• German economy grew by 2.5 percent in 2007, government figures show
• Court to rule on Thai election case alleging violations by Thaksin's allies
• Report: Mizuho likely to buy shares in Merrill for US$1.3 billion
• Report: Mizuho likely to buy shares in Merrill for US$1.3 billion
• SKorean spy chief offers to resign over document leak
• Investigators raid Samsung Group headquarters in corruption probe
• Djokovic back in form after break to recharge
• Australia fields four fast bowlers against India in chase of 17th straight win
• Kenyan parliament to open for first time since violence
• Malaysian tribe sue Islamic state government over church demolishment
• Harrington, Choi lead field for inaugural European-Korean tournament
• German economy grew by 2.5 percent in 2007, government figures show
• Game Group reports Christmas sales up 31.9 percent
• British PM Gordon Brown to visit China this week, his first since taking office
• Kenyan parliament to open for first time since violence
• Burberry Group third-quarter sales rise 26 percent
• Worries about US economy sends Japan's Nikkei index to lowest in more than 2 years
• Worries about US economy sends Japan's Nikkei index to lowest in more than 2 years
• Panasonic shows what Guinness World Records says is longest lasting alkaline battery
• Panasonic shows what Guinness World Records says is longest lasting alkaline battery
• New Zealand man charged with driving lawn mower while drunk
• New Zealand man charged with driving lawn mower while drunk
• Tesco sales advance 13 percent in Christmas period
• Man Charged With Driving Lawnmower Drunk
• German economy grew by 2.5 percent in 2007, government figures show
• Asia has world's freest _ and more repressed _ economies, Europe also ranks high, survey shows
• Asia has world's freest _ and more repressed _ economies, Europe also ranks high, survey shows
• Innovative Dubai government school preaches efficiency _ but not democracy
• Asashoryu bounces back at New Year sumo
• Euro lower against US dollar
• Opening and closing ceremony tickets for Beijing Olympics now require photo
• Harrington, Choi lead field for inaugural European-Korean tournament
• Music company EMI to cut up to 2,000 jobs in restructuring
• Court to rule on Thai election case alleging violations by Thaksin's allies
• Nokia, citing competitiveness issues, to close Bochum, Germany plant
• Philippines will lose out if it rejects free trade treaty with Japan, senator says
• UN, Spain and Turkey inaugurate first Alliance of Civilizations forum
• No pesticides in water used by Coca-Cola plants in India, says new study
• Miner BHP Billiton presents metal for 2008 Olympic medals, seeking to burnish 'good will'
• Asia has world's freest _ and more repressed _ economies, Europe also ranks high, survey shows
• Asia has world's freest _ and more repressed _ economies, Europe also ranks high, survey shows
• German investor confidence declines again in January, survey shows
• UK inflation stays above target at 2.1 percent in December
• Oil prices drop below US$94 a barrel ahead of expected US crude stock gain last week
• Oil prices drop below US$94 a barrel ahead of expected US crude stock gain last week
• Dennis Quaid Says Hospital Misled Him
• UK inflation stays above target at 2.1 percent in December
• Dollar drops versus yen in Asia amid pessimism over US economy
• Dollar drops versus yen in Asia amid pessimism over US economy
• Water Buffalo Gores 4 in Vietnam
• Obama picking up support in Harlem, Clinton's back yard
• Taiwan shares spurred by tech rally tracking US gains
• Deportivo coach Lotina says feuding goalkeepers could return to first team
• Philippine stock index drops 1 percent as investors pocket gains
• Smuggler 'drop houses' are Arizona's latest target in fight against illegal immigration
• Court maintains ruling against Spears, but she gets another chance for visitation next month
• Kenyan parliament to open for first time since violence
• SKorea's president-elect tells foreign business executives he understands their frustrations
• SKorea's president-elect tells foreign business executives he understands their frustrations
• Venus overcomes glitches to reach Australian Open second round
• US dollar mixed, gold lower in European morning trading
• Water Buffalo Gores 4 in Vietnam Rampage
• Hong Kong shares tumble on concerns about bank HSBC's US mortgage unit
• Hong Kong shares tumble on concerns about bank HSBC's US mortgage unit
• 3 foreign investment funds to invest combined $6.6 billion in Merrill Lynch
• China shares fall as banks hit by reports of new limits on lending
• 3-time winner Paula Radcliffe returns to London Marathon after missing last 2
• Court Maintains Ruling Against Spears
• Australia tells India: no uranium sales until they join global nonproliferation treaty
• Tens of thousands rally in Georgia, denouncing vote and celebrating TV agreement
• 3 foreign funds to invest a combined $6.6 billion in Merrill Lynch
• Report: Citigroup seeking $5 billion from GIC, a Singapore state investment agency
• Report: Citigroup seeking $5 billion from GIC, a Singapore state investment agency
• Kenyan parliament opens for first time since violence
• Oil prices drop below US$94 a barrel ahead of expected US crude stock gain last week
• Citi cuts dividend after writing down US$18.1bn
• Malaysian power utility Tenaga posts 21 percent surge in quarterly profit
• Investigators raid Samsung Group headquarters in corruption probe
• Citigroup cuts dividend after writing down US$18.1bn
• Water buffalo gores 4 during hourlong rampage in northern Vietnam
• Water Buffalo Gores 4 in Vietnam Rampage
• France signs military base agreement with United Arab Emirates
• Budget carrier AirAsia on track for profit growth despite high fuel prices
• Budget carrier AirAsia on track for profit growth despite high fuel prices
• Kenyan parliament opens for first time since violence
• Match held up, police eject fans at Australian Open
• Match held up, police eject fans at Australian Open
• Bird flu kills teenager in Indonesia, raises death toll to 96
• 3 foreign funds to invest a combined US$6.6 billion in Merrill Lynch
• Report: Studios Cancel Writers Contracts
• Madrid unveils its `Games of the People' bid for 2016 Summer Olympics
• Opera singer Sergei Larin dies in Slovakia at age 51
• Flanker Serge Betsen set to become latest veteran to retire from French team
• Indian stock index sinks 2.3 percent, hurt by drop in Bharti Airtel
• Indian stock index sinks 2.3 percent, hurt by drop in Bharti Airtel
• Australian Open seeds fared
• H&M names Ann-Sofie Johansson new design chief
• Music company EMI to cut up to 2,000 jobs in restructuring
• Bulgaria halts electricity exports amid cold snap
• Newcastle heads into crucial FA Cup replay with Stoke without manager and out of form
• Federer shows no effects from illness to open defense of Australian Open title
• Tens of thousands rally in Georgia, denouncing vote and celebrating TV agreement
• Report: 4 major studios cancel TV writers contracts, giving up on current season
• Evergreen Santoro's love of tennis pushes him past Agassi's longevity mark
• Oil company West Siberian in deal to buy Alliance Oil in Russia
• Pakistani government urges election candidates to avoid large rallies amid fears of attack
• Northern Rock faces shareholders amid speculation bank will be nationalized
• Germany's Merkel relaxed on euro strength, backs ECB independence
• Indonesia's Suharto develops potentially lethal blood infection
• Kenyan parliament opens for first time since violence
• Czech carmaker Skoda Auto reports record sales in 2007
• Asian markets fall on uncertain outlook for US economy
• Asian markets fall on uncertain outlook for US economy
• Forsberg makes another comeback attempt with Sweden's national team
• Capello knows his England lineup, but yet to settle on a style or captain
• Match held up, police eject fans at Australian Open
• US downgrades Philippine air carriers, says safety standards lacking
• London's FTSE 100 index down 88 points at 6,127.7 Tuesday afternoon
• Citi gets $12.5B in cash from investors as hefty writedowns lead to 4Q loss, dividend cut
• Forsberg could make another comeback attempt with Sweden's national team
• Bird flu confirmed in eastern India
• EU workers call for tax on imports from countries not tackling climate change
• German economy grew by 2.5 percent in 2007; investor sentiment slips
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Wholesale prices rise in 2007 by 6.3 percent, largest amount in 26 years
• Belgian main political parties resume talks to reform state, broker new government
• Oil prices drop below $94 a barrel ahead of expected US crude stock gain last week
• Germany's Merkel opposes Chavez call to strike FARC rebels from European Union terror list
• Euro, pound higher against US dollar
• Investigators raid Samsung Group headquarters in corruption probe
• Investigators raid Samsung Group headquarters in corruption probe
• Indian PM says country's foreign policy to remain independent, in reassurance to China
• Snowstorm, avalanches and cold kill 85 people in western Afghanistan
• Former NHL player Jere Karalahti faces drug charges in Finland
• Spotlight on Adriano and Romario at start of Brazilian soccer season
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Dennis Quaid says Los Angeles hospital was slow to tell him of his twins' overdose
• Wholesale prices rise in 2007 by 6.3 percent, largest amount in 26 years
• Retail sales drop 0.4 percent in December, fanning recession fears
• Stocks open lower as weak economic, earnings figures stir concerns about US recession
• Former Poland defender gets suspended jail term for fatally running over pedestrian
• France signs military base agreement with United Arab Emirates
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Fulham captain McBride closes on first-team comeback after returning to full training
• Clarke looking forward to playing golf this season
• Retail sales drop 0.4 percent in December, fanning recession fears in the US
• US Fed auctions $30 billion to banks to combat credit crisis
• US justices rule against investors in important securities fraud case
• Airport charges made transparent in EU to prevent abuses
• Serie A leader Inter Milan signs Maniche on loan from Atletico Madrid
• Sarkozy calls for EU taxes, quotas on countries that refuse greenhouse gas limits
• US Fed auctions $30 billion to banks to combat credit crisis, additional auctions expected
• US justices rule against investors in important securities fraud case
• Newcastle heads into crucial FA Cup replay with Stoke without manager and out of form
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Catholic Cardinal Lehmann to step down as head of German Bishops Conference
• Rush, Dalglish defend Benitez against Liverpool owners
• Standard & Poor's downgrades Citigroup's credit after bank reports $9.83 billion loss
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Northern Rock shareholders vote amid speculation bank will be nationalized
• Merkel downplays tension in German coalition amid abrasive election campaign
• Kenyan parliament opens for first time since violence
• German researcher identifies the woman behind Mona Lisa's famed smile
• Wholesale prices in 2007 at fastest pace in 26 years; retail sales weak, inventories stack up
• German report links several riders to Austrian blood lab
• Barcelona wins lawsuit against French newspaper Le Monde after being linked to doping doctor
• Polish inflation hits 4 percent in December as food prices, wages rise
• Italy to play Cyprus in its opening 2010 World Cup qualifier
• Oil company West Siberian in deal to buy Alliance Oil in Russia
• Kenyan parliament opens for first time since violence
• Parma signs Lucarelli on loan from Shakhtar Donetsk
• Malkin's hat trick, Conklin's 43 saves lead Pens to 4-1 win over Rangers
• Germany's Merkel defends Dalai Lama visit, says will go to summit in China
• MoneyGram bailout fails to cheer investors, shares dive
• Nene's Web site says he had tumor removed at Denver hospital
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• US justices rule against investors in important securities fraud case
• Chargers QB Rivers questionable for AFC title game with knee injury
• German report links several riders to Austrian blood lab
• Sidelines
• WTA says women tennis players approached to throw matches
• Grant's rise is a second-guesser's dream
• Masterton seen to have changed face of hockey
• Lakers burn Sonics as Bryant scores season-high 48 points
• MLB power trio face questions on Capitol Hill
• Hewitt hits stride with confident start to Open title bid
• SIA takes delivery of second A380
• Lakeshore offers takeout service for Chinese New Year delicacies
• The Grand Year-End Blow Out at the Miramar Garden Taipei
• Looking for a unique festival gift? just call Ginjer cakes'n more
• Hyatt offers Chinese New Year Package
• Sony Ericsson signs tennis star Maria Sharapova in landmark deal
• Chinese yuan breaches key level against U.S. dollar
• Countrywide bankruptcy just baseless rumor, says BOA chief
• Wall Street advances sharply after IBM earnings forecast
• Northern Rock prepares to face its shareholders
• Taiex continues post-election rally
• U.S. subprime lenders targeted blacks and poor, report finds
• Hualien's flower-sea verandas welcome the new year
• In Brief
• EU urges retailers to take on high credit card fees
• EU launches competition probe on Microsoft over Office, browsers
• Hyundai hopes Americans ready for Korean luxury car
• EMI plans to slash up to 2,000 jobs
• Nokia to close Germany plant
• Record-breaking gold seen reaching US$1,000
• Freest economies, found in Asia, survey indicates
• In Brief
• Calcium build-up may predict future risk of heart attack
• New park to be built on Maya ruins
• Walking with pedometer tied to weight loss, research finds
• Antarctica melting at much faster pace, scientists discover
• In Brief
• Conjoined twins will be separated in upcoming surgery, says charity
• Spears misses court hearing, fails to regain visitation rights
• Ancient dinosaur fossil, eggs returned to China
• Columbus brought syphilis to Europe, research suggests
• U.S. union focuses on pilot downtime
• In Brief
• Israel bus rule for women sparks debates
• U.S. presidential campaign to be most costly in history
• Kabul hotel attacker wore police uniform, say officials
• Kenyan parliament to open for first time since violence
• Shadings to greener buildings
• Taiwan opposition win bears close watching
• KMT win won't foster 'moderation'
• Environmental contest brings home great ideas
• Government official on visit to Taiwan's 4 African allies
• President warns China intends to reduce Taiwan's allies to zero
• In Brief
• Parents with small children warned of enterovirus
• DPP lawmaker indicted on charges of vote-buying
• Report rates Taiwan 6th freest economy in the Asia Pacific
• Taiwan offering marriage options to dual nationals, MOFA reports
• Hsieh says he will continue Taiwan's efforts to join U.N.
• Ma vows to maintain status quo
• DPP accuses Ma of attempting to obstruct justice
• Probe begins into fraud allegations against Lee
• Australian court orders end to Japanese whaling
• U.S. urges China to reveal defense build-up
• Nicaraguan leader vows to keep ties with Taiwan
• Greenland thaw biggest in 50 years: report
• Chen offers to promote Saint Lucia tourism
• Foreign minister to stay in post, declares president
• Kenyan parliament elects opposition candidate speaker in first session since violence
• Tens of thousands rally in Georgia, denouncing vote and celebrating TV agreement
• Romanian PM names defense minister as interim justice minister
• Rio de Janeiro unveils plans to host 2016 Summer Olympics
• Doha proposes holding Olympics in October if it wins bid for 2016 games
• Having avoided deportation to Sierra Leone, Bangura targets Watford spot
• Kenyan parliament, meeting for first time since violence, elects opposition figure as speaker
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Chelsea agrees to sign Serbia defender Branislav Ivanovic from Lokomotiv Moscow
• G-14 to disband after meeting with FIFA, UEFA
• Volvo names Dennis Slagle new CEO of Mack Trucks
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Oprah Winfrey partnering with Discovery for own TV network
• EU businesses say climate change goals will unfairly hit major polluters
• Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveils iPhone upgrades
• Amputee runner Oscar Pistorius seeks independent tests on prosthetic limbs
• Foreign funds, domestic investors to pump a combined $6.6 billion in Merrill Lynch
• Court hands former son-in-law of Kazakh leader 20-year prison sentence in absentia
• US Democratic presidential rivals take contest to court, debate and voting booth
• G-14 to disband after meeting with FIFA, UEFA
• Three-time champ Gustavo Kuerten making French Open farewell tournament
• Former Mississippi auditor pleads guilty in bribery attempt in which top lawyer charged
• FC Dallas trades leading scorer Ruiz to LA Galaxy for cash, draft pick
• Britain's BG Group says it's shelving Gaza gas operation
• Airbus expected to beat Boeing on jet orders and deliveries in 2007
• Colorado panel to investigate lawmaker's kick at photographer
• Fulham captain McBride closes on first-team comeback after returning to full training
• Joel Madden says his newborn daughter with Nicole Richie has a healthy appetite
• European stocks fall to 16-month lows with Tesco, Hypo Real Estate among declining shares
• International child porn sting nets nine Canadians, including ex-Scout leader
• Accor 4Q revenues rise 2 percent on firm business in Europe
• Selig, Fehr pressed by U.S. Congress on steroids; Justice Dept. asked to investigate Tejada
• Vatican: pope's visit to Rome university canceled after protests
• US Congress wants Justice Dept. to investigate whether former MVP Miguel Tejada lied to group
• Ludacris, Soulja Boy Tell'em performing at events during Super Bowl week
• Explosion in Beirut targets US Embassy vehicle; 3 Lebanese killed
• Explosion in Beirut targets US Embassy vehicle; 3 Lebanese killed
• Frugal US shoppers cut back sharply, fanning recession fears
• Rice hails Iraq's progress toward national reconciliation, presses for more
• International child porn sting nets nine Canadians, including ex-Scout leader
• Boosters for New York Mayor Bloomberg boosters start petition for US presidential bid
• Columbus return Lindstrom to Syracuse
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Blackhawks' Kane 1 of 16 rookies heading to NHL YoungStars competition
• Former James Bond star Roger Moore working on memoir
• Kenyan parliament, meeting for first time since violence, elects opposition figure as speaker
• Vatican: pope's visit to Rome university canceled after protests
• Three-time champ Gustavo Kuerten making French Open farewell tournament
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Italian economics minister says government was "horrible" manager of Alitalia
• G-14 to disband after meeting with FIFA, UEFA
• Airbus expected to beat Boeing on jet orders and deliveries in 2007
• Alonso marks Renault return with drive in winter testing in Spain
• Selig, Fehr pressed by U.S. Congress on steroids; Justice Dept. asked to investigate Tejada
• Barbados PM seeks 4th term in elections tainted by corruption allegations
• Oil prices fall sharply as data confirm view that economy is slowing, posing threat to demand
• Organizers: New, temporary venues for Chicago's 2016 Olympics bid to cost about $900 million
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Apple CEO Steve Jobs reveals tiny new laptop, confirms iTunes movie rentals
• Condo sales at MGM Mirage's CityCenter top $1.6 billion
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Gold down
• Kenyan parliament, meeting for first time since violence, elects opposition figure as speaker
• Brazil offers food, road credits to Cuba, signs oil exploration deal
• Oil prices fall sharply as data confirm view that economy is slowing, posing threat to demand
• US Fed auctions $30 billion to banks to combat credit crisis, additional auctions expected
• Explosion in Beirut targets US Embassy vehicle; 3 Lebanese killed
• Oprah Winfrey partnering with Discovery for own TV network
• Christie's to auction luxury hotelier Leona Helmsley art, furniture, silver
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Poll: More people unhappy with Sarkozy's leadership than happy
• Harvard humor magazine honoring Paris Hilton with `Hastiest Pudding of the Lampoon Award'
• Human rights group finds decline last year in one-fifth world's countries.
• Autopsy finds that pregnant US Marine died of traumatic head injury; suspect's truck found
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Huckabee calls for suspending immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• Applied Materials trims 1,000 jobs as companies curtail orders for chip-making equipment
• Chilean government backs attempts to stage Dakar Rally, sends envoy to Paris
• US House Judiciary Chairman: Democrats want outside lawyer for CIA videotapes
• Intel posts 51 percent jump in 4th-quarter profit, sales fall short of forecasts
• Del Piero penalty helps Juventus beat Empoli 5-3 and advance to Italian Cup quarterfinals
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Bank of America overhauls Global Markets and Investment Banking businesses, cuts 650 jobs
• Dollar gives ground as economic news disappoints, stocks dive
• Judges: Anti-Clinton ads must comply with US campaign finance law
• Gold futures hit record, then fall on slumping oil prices, stronger dollar
• Intel 4Q sales up 51 percent but earnings disappoint Wall Street
• Barcelona advances to Copa del Rey quarters after 0-0 draw with Sevilla
• Northern Rock shareholders deal partial blow to board
• Judges: Anti-Clinton ads must comply with campaign finance law
• Automakers want to elevate the electric car with luxury sedan offerings
• Boeing stock sinks on report of additional 787 jetliner delays
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Eva Longoria defends Jessica Simpson against criticism from Dallas Cowboys fans
• Gerrard scores three, Liverpool beats Luton 5-0 in FA Cup
• Kenyan parliament, meeting for first time since violence, elects opposition figure as speaker
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Wisconsin Legislature votes to overturn 27-year-old ban on heated sidewalks
• Cut issues raises question of who's responsible on U.S. PGA Tour
• Virginia lawmaker seeks ban on replica genitalia after girl spots rubber testicles on truck
• Proliferation of multibillion-dollar foreign investments in US banks raises concerns
• Santos says Chile midfielder Maldonado transfers to undisclosed Spanish club
• 9 films compete for foreign-language nomination Oscar slots
• Cayman Islands to residents: Don't sidestep Sunday dancing ban
• Pentagon looks to NATO to fill troop void in Afghanistan at year's end
• Mortgage lender IndyMac to lay off 24 percent of its work force to slash costs
• Gerrard scores three, Liverpool beats Luton 5-0 in FA Cup
• US commends Kenya's election of opposition figure as parliament speaker
• Writers union says it will likely bar members from Grammys
• Video of Couric when light is off zips across Internet
• Brazil's Flamengo signs striker Tardelli to 5-year contract
• Stagnant wages, home foreclosures, expensive gas: economy replaces Iraq in US voter concerns
• Barry Engle, former Ford Brazil president, is appointed new Ford Canada CEO
• Ecuador's president says oil production will rise, boosting growth
• Nuggets' Nene has surgery to remove testicular tumor
• SKorea's president-elect tells foreign business executives he understands their frustrations
• SKorea's president-elect tells foreign business executives he understands their frustrations
• Mortgage lender IndyMac to lay off 24 percent of its work force to slash costs
• House of Representatives to pass new defense bill with pay raise for troops
• Organizers: Venues for Chicago's 2016 Olympics bid to cost about $900 million
• Pregnant Marine did not feel threatened by colleague suspected of killing her, officials say
• Liz Claiborne hires Isaac Mizrahi as creative director, designer ends Target partnership
• Taiwan gives Panama US$6 million for marine lab, research
• US investors head into year amid series of setbacks; latest is Supreme Court ruling
• Cruise bio hits stores as video clip of actor praising Scientology makes it way to Internet
• Huckabee calls for suspending immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• True story of card counting college students who won millions to open Austin film festival
• Brazil's president meets with Fidel Castro during trip to offer Cuba credits
• Bush says high oil prices could cause US economic slowdown, urges OPEC to boost output
• Self-taught tracker finds trove of dino prints in Washington suburbs
• Famed cancer researcher Judah Folkman, who cured the disease in mice, dies at 74
• Human rights group finds freedom declined last year in 1 in 5 countries
• Kenyan parliament, meeting for first time since violence, elects opposition figure as speaker
• Rush of Vioxx claimants joining $4.85B settlement under the wire
• Japan's current account rises in November for 11th straight month
• Alliance of Civilizations forum seeks to bridge differences between West and the Muslim world
• Brazil's president meets with Fidel Castro during trip to offer Cuba credits
• Jobs unveils iTunes movie rentals, ultra-slim laptop, iPhone upgrades
• Japan's Nikkei stock index plunges in early trade on Wall Street woes
• Brazil's president meets with Fidel Castro during trip to offer Cuba credits
• Workers strike over wages at Mexico's largest lead mine
• Genital mutilations reported being used as 'weapon of war' in Kenya's postelection violence
• Aging fighters Felix Trinidad, Roy Jones Jr. ready for comeback clash
• Jesuits meet in Rome to elect new superior, plot future
• US investors head into year amid series of setbacks; latest is Supreme Court ruling
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• Japanese stocks plunge in early trade on Wall Street woes, strong yen
• Pregnant Marine did not feel threatened by colleague suspected of killing her, officials say
• Michigan voters cast ballots in tight and unpredictable Republican presidential primary race
• House of Representatives to pass new defense bill with pay raise for troops
• Study labels tax rebates and cash payments as cost-effective stimulus ideas
• Australian stocks sink more than 2 percent, following US losses
• Mortgage lender IndyMac to lay off 24 percent of its work force to slash costs
• Troubled actor Brad Renfro found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 25
• Brazil's president meets with Fidel Castro during trip to offer Cuba credits
• McCain's campaign criticizes group for mailer challenging his POW record in Vietnam
• Rice hails Iraq's progress toward national reconciliation, presses for more
• Romney edging ahead of McCain in Michigan Republican primary
• As Suharto hovers near death, Indonesians ask whether it's time to forgive
• Troubled actor Brad Renfro found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 25
• Sean Penn takes issue with San Francisco newspaper
• Rebel group in Mexico warns it will continue attacks
• Japan core machinery orders down a better-than-expected 2.8 pct
• Japan core machinery orders down a better-than-expected 2.8 pct
• Lawyer: Mastermind in body parts scheme to plead guilty
• Liz Claiborne hires Isaac Mizrahi as creative director, designer ends Target partnership
• Democratic presidential rivals take contest to court, debate and voting booth
• Troubled actor Brad Renfro found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 25
• Romney edging ahead of McCain in Michigan Republican primary
• Democratic presidential rivals take contest to court, debate and voting booth
• Grammys seek agreement allowing use of striking Hollywood writers
• Democratic presidential rivals take contest to court, debate and voting booth
• Troubled actor Brad Renfro found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 25
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary
• Democratic presidential rivals discuss race in debate.
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary
• 3rd test: India wins toss, elects to bat first
• MLS' Wizards preparing for possible transfer of Johnson to London's Fulham
• Wall Street plunges as weak economic, earnings figures stir more concerns about recession
• Democratic presidential rivals discuss race in Nevada debate
• Castro looks frail but alert in new photos taken at meeting with Brazil leader
• Democratic presidential rivals discuss race in Nevada debate
• Venezuela proposes Honduras pay for oil with agricultural products
• Hong Kong index tumbles 3.5 percent in morning trade on US recession fears
• Hong Kong index tumbles 3.5 percent in morning trade on US recession fears
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Henin advances to third round, extends winning streak to 30
• Grammys seek agreement allowing use of striking Hollywood writers
• Stocks in Australia, New Zealand sink in wake of Wall Street plunge, Citigroup loss
• Stocks in Australia, New Zealand sink in wake of Wall Street plunge, Citigroup loss
• Report: SKorea's incoming government to scrap Unification Ministry
• Huckabee calls for suspending immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• Report: SKorea's incoming government to scrap Unification Ministry
• Knicks beat Wizards, win second straight for third time this season
• Castro looks frail but alert in new photos taken at meeting with Brazil leader
• Clinton and Obama vow in debate to bury exchanges over race
• Japanese stocks fall on Wall Street woes
• Japanese stocks fall on Wall Street woes
• MGM Mirage, Dubai World to boost tender offer to 15 million shares at $80 each
• Castro looks frail but alert in new photos taken at meeting with Brazil leader
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Castro looks frail but alert in new photos taken at meeting with Brazil leader
• Clinton and Obama vow in debate to bury exchanges over race
• Citi loses almost $10B in 4Q, slashes dividend, gets $12.5B investment after hefty write-downs
• MGM Mirage, Dubai World to boost tender offer to 15 million shares at $80 each
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 3.7 percent
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 3.7 percent
• Japan core machinery orders down 2.8 percent, suggesting cut-back on capital spending
• Japan core machinery orders down 2.8 percent, suggesting cut-back on capital spending
• Sex in restroom stalls is private, civil liberties group argues
• Nadal advances; Henin extends winning streak to 30
• Clinton and Obama vow in debate to bury exchanges over race, blame aides and surrogates
• Actor Blake Appeals Wrongful Death Award
• Kenya opposition poised for mass protests
• Matthew McConaughey and girlfriend expecting a baby
• 5 yellow fever deaths confirmed in Brazil; Spaniard among victims
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Australian quicks dismiss openers to leave India at 74-2 at lunch
• Matthew McConaughey Going to Be a Dad
• China says gas prices down 19 pct after price-fixing crackdown in anti-inflation move
• China says gas prices down 19 pct after price-fixing crackdown in anti-inflation move
• Henin agrees with WTA Tour boss on doping
• Rio Tinto announces record iron ore production in 2007
• Rio Tinto announces record iron ore production in 2007
• As Suharto hovers near death, Indonesians ask whether it's time to forgive
• Huckabee calls for suspending immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• Former Mitsubishi president convicted of professional negligence charges in fatal crash
• Former Mitsubishi president convicted of professional negligence charges in fatal crash
• Roomful of Blues trumpeter Bob Enos dies in hotel, heart failure suspected
• Former Wallaby Larkham to play in Japan
• Actor Robert Blake, acquitted of murder, appeals $30 million verdict in his wife's death
• Rio Tinto announces record iron ore production in 2007
• Rio Tinto announces record iron ore production in 2007
• Boston reliever Okajima looking forward to homecoming in Japan
• Hong Kong index tumbles 4 percent in morning trade on US recession fears
• Hong Kong index tumbles 4 percent in morning trade on US recession fears
• Analysis: Republican race lacks a front-runner as candidates split up wins
• Hossa hat trick leads Thrashers past faltering Red Wings
• Kenya opposition poised for mass protests
• Muslim rock singer reprimanded for baring chest at concert in Malaysia
• Japan's main stock index plunges on US economic concerns
• Japan's main stock index plunges on US economic concerns
• Bush, Congress fight over emergency food aid
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 4 percent
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 4 percent
• Snipes jury chosen, but judge says attorney may have to watch from gallery
• Nadal, Serena Williams advance; Henin extends winning streak to 30
• Whalers, activists in a standoff off Antarctica
• SKorean sled dogs to race in North Korea
• Stocks in Australia, New Zealand sink in wake of Wall Street plunge, Citigroup loss
• Stocks in Australia, New Zealand sink in wake of Wall Street plunge, Citigroup loss
• 'High School Musical' star Zac Efron has appendix removed in Los Angeles, publicist says
• World Press Institute resumes operations in Minnesota
• James scores 51 points to lead Cavaliers past Grizzlies in overtime
• Automakers look to cars' design to set themselves apart from competition
• Dollar sinks to 2 1/2-year low vs yen on concerns about the U.S. economy
• Dollar sinks to 2 1/2-year low vs yen on concerns about the U.S. economy
• Intel executives dismiss fears about ailing economy's effect on chip business
• Report: Musical 'Rent' to close after 12 years on Broadway
• SKorea's incoming government to scrap separate North Korea-focused ministry
• 3rd test: Dravid and Tendulkar hit half centuries
• US Embassy restricts staff movement after Beirut explosion
• Japan's main stock index plunges to 2-year low on US economic concerns, strong yen
• Japan's main stock index plunges to 2-year low on US economic concerns, strong yen
• Oil prices extend decline on worries of weakening demand if US economy slows
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Whalers, activists in a standoff off Antarctica
• Sony Ericsson says 4Q net profit fell nearly 17 pc from last year
• "Atonement" nominated in 14 categories at British Academy Film Awards
• ASML reports sales down, profits flat in 4th quarter
• "Atonement" nominated in 14 categories at British Academy Film Awards
• Mauresmo makes hard going in quest for confidence-building start to 2008
• As Suharto hovers near death, Indonesians ask whether it's time to forgive
• Stalled democratic reforms and strained ties haunt Bush visit to Egypt
• "Atonement" nominated in 14 categories at British Academy Film Awards
• Sony Ericsson says 4Q net profit fell nearly 17 percent from last year
• Olmert coalition partner leaves government
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 5.4 percent
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng down 5.4 percent
• Nadal, Serena Williams advance; Henin extends winning streak to 30
• Japan economy worries mount as machinery orders and consumer sentiment fall
• Japan economy worries mount as machinery orders and consumer sentiment fall
• Hawkish faction pulls out of Olmert government, narrowing his parliamentary base as he seeks peace with Palestinians
• In new anti-inflation move, China orders food producers to get approval for price rises
• Hawkish faction pulls out of Olmert government, narrowing his parliamentary base as he seeks peace with Palestinians
• Taiwan's Ma chides rival China for stealing diplomatic allies
• IEA: Crude oil prices could fall further, citing signs of weakening U.S. economy
• China launches campaign to clean up karaoke parlors, stop use of unlicensed music
• Asashoryu keeps pace at New Year sumo, Hakuho stays in lead
• ASML reports flat 4th-quarter profits; shares fall
• China shares fall on jitters over U.S. financial woes
• China shares fall on jitters over U.S. financial woes
• Scottish cyclist Jason MacIntyre killed in road collision
• US Embassy restricts staff movement after Beirut explosion
• Kenya opposition poised for mass protests
• IEA: Crude oil prices could fall further, citing signs of weakening U.S. economy
• Hong Kong stock index tumbles 5.4 percent on US recession fears
• Euro slightly lower against US dollar
• Official: Chinese box office take surges 27 percent in 2007 to US$460 million
• Dollar sinks to 2 1/2-year low vs yen on concerns about the US economy
• Nokia's decision to shut plant fuels anger in Germany
• Analysis: Clinton and Obama call a truce in racial debate that threatened to damage them both
• Rio Tinto announces record iron ore production in 2007
• Taiwan shares fall sharply on concerns over weakening U.S. economy
• Hawkish faction pulls out of Olmert government, narrowing his parliamentary base as he seeks peace with Palestinians
• Anti-whalers demand unconditional release of activists by Japanese fleet
• UK jobless rate eases to 5.3 pc in 3 months ending in November
• Report: Northwest Airlines, Delta, in formal merger talks
• Banned Egyptian opposition group leads protest of Bush last stop on Mideast tour
• Truckmaker MAN says 2007 sales reached euro15 billion
• Female suicide attack near Shiite mosque in Iraq's Diyala province kills 8 civilians, police say
• US beats Canada 4-0 in Four Nations tournament; China defeats Finland
• South Korean prosecutors seek 10-year jail term for accused Lone Star official
• Rosneft reports 3Q profits rise 80 percent
• Female suicide attack near Shiite mosque in Iraq's Diyala province kills 8 civilians, police say
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng sinks 5.4 percent
• EU antitrust regulators to take on pharmaceutical industry
• Hawkish faction pulls out of Olmert government, narrowing his parliamentary base as he seeks peace with Palestinians
• Brooks, Aikman Unveil Room for Sick Kids
• Prominent Spanish mayor thwarted in election race, opening crisis in conservative party
• Rosneft reports 3Q profits rise 80 percent
• 3rd test: India 297-6 at stumps as Lee takes three wickets
• EU antitrust regulators to take on pharmaceutical industry
• Bush says he's hopeful that OPEC will raise oil production
• Female suicide attack near Shiite mosque in Iraq's Diyala province kills 8 civilians, police say
• Higher fuel and food prices keep euro inflation at 3.1 percent in December
• China orders banks to increase reserves in move to slow rapid lending growth
• Pollsters predict former Milosevic ally will lead Serbian presidential vote's first round
• Asian markets plunge on worries that US is sliding into recession; Hang Seng sinks 5.4 percent
• Germany grants Albania euro8.5 million in aid for national park, urban canals
• EU court adviser recommends unfreezing assets of Saudi with suspected al-Qaida links
• New SKorea president's plans to scrap NKorea-focused ministry could rile Pyongyang
• Oil prices extend decline on worries of weakening demand if US economy slows
• Mid-sized Thai party says it will join allies of ousted PM to form a government
• Argentina remains 1st in 2008's first FIFA world rankings, with top 15 unchanged
• China bars food price hikes without government approval in new anti-inflation move
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; police disperse crowds with tear gas and gunfire
• Proposed lyrics for wordless Spanish national anthem have been withdrawn
• Indian shares fall, led by HDFC Bank, Reliance Communication
• Airbus-Boeing legal dispute suffers more delays at WTO, officials say
• 3rd test: India 297-6 at stumps as Lee takes three wickets
• German government seeks to salvage elements of overturned Volkswagen law
• Scorsese's Rolling Stones documentary, "Shine A Light," to open Berlin festival
• Uzbekistan's authoritarian leader inaugurated after widely criticized vote
• OPEC 'will not hesitate' to raise production if deemed necessary, secretary-general says
• US dollar mixed, gold down in European morning trading
• In Bulgaria, Putin to push Kremlin plan to build pipeline web for Europe
• Burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese to be special guest at Vienna's Opera Ball
• Australian Open seeds fared
• Mubarak endorses US hopes for Mideast peace deal
• France flanker Serge Betsen announces international retirement
• EU consumer credit rules overhauled to encourage cross-border lending
• Greenland parliament speaker resigns over grope allegation
• Controversy over lyrics stalls Placido Domingo's dream of singing Spanish anthem
• Wall Street set fall sharply once more after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook
• Court giants first-round losers at Australian Open
• Mubarak endorses US hopes for Mideast peace deal
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; police disperse crowds with tear gas and gunfire
• Alan Shearer says Newcastle don't want him as manager
• Lebanese police: car bomb targeting US Embassy vehicle had 20 kilograms of TNT
• Pollsters predict former Milosevic ally will lead Serbian presidential vote's first round
• Airbus: Rival Boeing logged 72 more orders in 2007
• US diplomat Negroponte in Beijing for talks ahead of Iran sanctions negotiations
• Women's downhill training in Cortina canceled because of heavy snow
• JPMorgan's subprime mortgage exposure sends profit down 34 percent in fourth quarter
• Oracle agrees to buy BEA for $7.85 billion, months after dropping lower offer
• Sharapova ends new mom Davenport's hot comeback run
• Joey Barton bailed until March 12 over assault and affray charges
• Barbados opposition PM fails in bid to seek 4th term in elections
• Hawkish faction pulls out of Olmert government, narrowing his parliamentary base as he seeks peace with Palestinians
• Bush seeks to answer Arab skepticism about his peacemaking role
• Ambac Financial to raise $1 billion through new offering; slashes dividend, replaces CEO
• Despite new buyers on way, Luton fires Blackwell and coaching staff
• London's FTSE 100 index down 44.7 points at 6,127.7
• Higher costs for energy and food push inflation up by largest amount in 17 years
• Wells Fargo 4th-quarter earnings slide 38 percent on increased provision for bad loans
• Unilever executive named top Asian business leader
• Adam Scott back and ready for Abu Dhabi Golf Championship
• Higher costs for energy and food push inflation up by largest amount in 17 years
• Beijing declares quality campaign a success, says "Made in China" label safeguarded
• Wall Street set fall sharply once more after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook
• Burley and McGhee given permission to talk to SFA
• Connors along for Roddick's ride at Australian Open
• EU consumer credit rules overhauled to encourage cross-border lending
• Beset by more delays, Boeing postpones 787 launch again
• Inflation up in US by largest amount in 17 years, industrial production flat in December
• Analysis: Split decisions in US turn Republican nomination contest into long-distance race
• Report: Fabio Capello investigated for possible tax evasion in Italy
• Federal-Mogul names Carl Icahn non-executive chairman of board
• Spanish Steps filled with thousands of multicolored balls in latest stunt
• Poland starts World Cup qualifying against Slovenia, Czechs in Northern Ireland
• Inflation up by largest amount in 17 years, US industrial production flat in December
• Jeremy Irons, Ralph Fiennes lined up for 2008 season at Britain's National Theatre
• US stocks are mixed after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook; JPMorgan gains
• Nokia's decision to shut plant fuels anger in Germany
• Oil prices extend decline on worries of weakening demand if US economy slows
• Beset by more delays, Boeing postpones 787 launch again, first delivery now pushed to 2009
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Hamburger SV signs Belarus midfielder Anton Putsilo on loan until end of season
• 4th swan tests positive for bird flu near UK bird sanctuary
• American Airlines parent AMR swings to 4th-quarter loss of $69 million on fuel costs
• Troubled actor Brad Renfro found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 25
• Croatian PM: no referendum on NATO membership
• Poland's 2007 deficit beats targets, finance ministry says
• German government seeks to salvage elements of overturned Volkswagen law
• US stocks trade mixed after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook; JPMorgan gains
• Norway to consider climate damage when investing surplus oil wealth, finance minister says
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 1 person fatally shot by police
• BP, victim's family probing fatal Texas City refinery accident
• Cuba's Castro says he's not healthy enough to speak to Cuba's people, campaign for elections
• Boeing delays 787 inaugural flight again, first delivery now pushed to 2009
• Venice Biennale confirms Mueller as film fest director, names Betsky architecture curator
• Sony Ericsson says 4Q net profit fell nearly 17 percent from last year
• U.S. senator urges broad public discussion of NATO membership in Ukraine
• Sun Microsystems to buy MySQL for $1B; sees 2Q revenue beating Wall Street forecasts
• Defago fastest in World Cup downhill training on Streif course
• ASML reports flat 4th-quarter profits; shares fall
• Euro lower against US dollar
• Guevara announces retirement, says Mexican athletics too corrupt
• Serb radical leader warns West to steer clear of Kosovo
• Inflation up by largest amount in 17 years, industrial production flat in December
• US stocks fall after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook; JPMorgan gains
• Brian Triesman ratified as Football Association's first independent chairman
• British government outlines plan to boost organ donations
• European markets fall on fears about conditions in U.S., chipmaker earnings
• Oracle agrees to buy BEA for $7.85 billion, months after dropping lower offer
• Oil prices fall sharply after US reports unexpected jump in inventories
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Svein Rennemo tapped to become new board chairman for Norway's StatoilHydro
• CAL flies Chen to C. America
• Enjoy European-styled vacation at the Splendor Hotel Taichung
• British Trade and Cultural Office relocates to Hsin Yi District
• Hotel ONE introduces specials
• Han-Hsien International Hotel presents New Year delicacies
• Celebrate Chinese New Year at Hyatt Taipei
• Sidelines
• India suffers minor collapse after strong start in 3rd Test
• Top-seeded favorites all advance at Open
• Seen, heard all of this congressional stuff before
• Hurricanes fall to Maple Leafs
• Magic's defense steps up in victory over Bulls
• Liverpool down Luton Town with 5-0 win
• Kenya's coastal resorts have become ghost-towns
• Taiex closes down 2.96%, following Wall Street losses
• Ailing Northern Rock defeats move by shareholders to limit board action
• MUFJ expects near US$500m subprime loss, report reveals
• Greenback sinks to two-year low against yen
• Wall Street nosedives on weak earnings data
• U.S. recession fears hit stocks
• Singapore plays bank savior again with Citigroup investment
• Malaysia to stop foreigners taking home cheap food
• Key Japan data hit by U.S. slowdown
• In Brief
• PRC's Africa fund makes US$90m debut, report says
• Germany, Japan carmakers push diesel in U.S.
• Steve Jobs unveils ultra-thin notebook
• In Brief
• Children dislike clowns, poll finds
• Ancient king of rats seen weighing one ton
• Independents best in bed, U.S. sex survey suggests
• 'Atonement' dominates UK award nominations
• Culling of Australian wild horses urged
• In Brief
• Oprah's network reportedly to debut in U.S. next year
• Janet Jackson hints at 'Jackson 5' reunion
• Hollywood writers' strike seen ready to claim another victim
• Despite ban, 'Kite Runner' still available in Afghanistan
• Broadway's 'Rent' to be closed in June
• Taiwan's economic woes hit the middle class
• As oceans empty, a way of life seen vanishing
• In Brief
• Iraq healthcare seen in disarray
• U.S. embassy in Lebanon on alert after deadly bombing
• South Korea to close its unification ministry
• Kenya youths hold protests; U.S. doubts vote result
• More chaos likely in Legislature
• Local fashion designer shares art with Chiayi
• Official says Taiwan ties with Guatemala remain strong
• Taiwan gives Panama US$6m for research, new marine lab
• Chen offers to promote St. Lucia tourism
• Philippine fishing vessel sinks off Taiwan; 15 seamen missing
• Eleeza agrees to take over 8 branches of Alexander
• Four-year-old seen doing well after heart transplant
• In Brief
• Cabinet approves subsidies for eco-friendly vehicles
• Ma reveals energy tax plan in environmental policies
• New DPP chairman calls for solidarity
• Attack on bus kills 25 as Sri Lanka cease-fire ends
• Court orders review of Chen request
• Huang will remain in post, Chen says
• Incumbent and former lawmakers indicted for taking bribes
• Wang seeks mediation with MLB in salary dispute: agency
• CEOs not necessarily fit to lead government, Ma says
• Hsieh says he is willing to consider taping Ma as premier if elected
• Cuba's Castro says he's not healthy enough to speak to Cuba's people, campaign for elections
• NATO allies rankled by report of Gates' criticism
• Lack of customers isn't a problem for Airbus and Boeing: it's keeping up with demand
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 2 people fatally shot by police
• Former Treasury official says $150 billion needed for US economic stimulus package
• Mexican president names US-educated, Spanish-born interior secretary
• Cambodia genocide tribunal holds town hall meeting in former Khmer Rouge stronghold
• Sean Penn calls San Francisco Chronicle 'lamebrain' over humor piece about Venezuela's Chavez
• Pele warns excessive hype could hurt AC Milan striker Pato
• Kevin Keegan returns as Newcastle manager
• London's FTSE 100 index closes below 6,000: down 82.7 points at 5,942.9
• Oil futures prices fall sharply after US reports unexpected jump in crude inventories
• Former Palestinian militant opens children's theater in West Bank town
• Italy's justice minister offers resignation over investigation of wife, Prodi rejects it
• Private equity firm invests $100 million in Au Bon Pain to support expansion in US and abroad
• Wall Street trades mixed after Intel serves up weak earnings and outlook; JPMorgan gains
• In "proof of life" letters, Colombian hostages detail a litany of suffering
• Disgraced sprinter Jones discusses pending prison sentence in TV interview
• Floro Flores scores in injury time to put Udinese in quarterfinals of Italian Cup
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Spanish judge makes worldwide appeal for witnesses of Guatemala war atrocities
• US House of Representatives endorses resolution that condemns assassination of Benazir Bhutto
• Disgraced sprinter Jones discusses pending prison sentence in TV interview
• NATO allies rankled by report of Gates' criticism
• Cuba's Castro says he's not healthy enough to speak to Cuba's people, campaign for elections
• Coleman steps down as Sociedad coach to end six-month spell at Spanish second-division club
• Murdoch doesn't control The Sun's content, editor says
• Index of home builders' confidence remains near record low as US housing woes continue
• South American officials to discuss latest FIFA rules on high-altitude games
• Index of home builders' confidence remains near record low as US housing woes continue
• FBI: U.S. Marine wanted in pregnant colleague's death may be in Mexico
• Third book in 'Inheritance' series to get midnight release
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 1 person fatally shot by police
• Kevin Keegan returns as Newcastle manager
• US study finds increase in concerns about Internet privacy after years of decline
• EU antitrust regulators take on pharmaceutical industry
• Court ruling threatens future of virtual schools
• `Idol' returns as most popular series, just not as popular
• 2 French journalists charged with threatening state security in Niger
• Botswana confirms first cases of extremely drug resistant TB
• Fed: US economy lost momentum as shoppers tighten belts
• Germany's Deutsche Bank to cut jobs in reaction to current financial market situation
• Former Brocade Communications CEO sentenced to 21 months in stock options case
• Obama's experience, limited in the Senate, is varied in the outside world
• Fed: US economy lost momentum as shoppers tighten belts
• In "proof of life" letters, Colombian hostages detail a litany of suffering
• Fed: US economy lost momentum as shoppers tighten belts
• Army shutting down electricity in bases at end of work day to save electricity
• Favored son Kevin Keegan returns to Newcastle to resume his coaching career
• Putin congratulates Georgian president-elect on victory, hopes for better relations
• Texas is the No. 1 carbon polluter in US, in part because Texans like their vehicles big
• White House campaign puts the focus on Mormons
• Boeing again delays 787 first flight; first delivery now in 2009
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 1 person fatally shot by police
• Former US congressman charged in consiracy involving terror fund-raising ring
• Barbados opposition PM fails in bid to seek 4th term in elections
• Fed: US economy lost momentum as shoppers tighten belts
• Sex toy triggers bomb scare in Sweden
• Former US congressman charged in conspiracy involving terror fundraising ring
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Cuba's Castro says he's not healthy enough to speak to Cuba's people, campaign for elections
• Scientists discover giant rodent skull; 4 million-year-old rodent was the size of a bull
• Barbados PM fails in bid to seek 4th term in elections
• Makers of Scrabble want to shut down online game Scrabulous
• Mubarak endorses U.S. hopes for Mideast peace deal
• In "proof of life" letters, Colombian hostages detail a litany of suffering
• Former US congressman charged in conspiracy involving terror fundraising ring
• Rapper DMX to pay $1.5 million in damages in defamation lawsuit
• Court battle over caucus rules could determine which Democrat gets momentum from Nevada vote
• Guevara announces retirement, says Mexican athletics too corrupt
• Net foreign capital inflows to US increase to $149.9 billion in November
• Gold down
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 1 person fatally shot by police
• Cuban rights group says number of political prisoners dropped, but repression continues
• P&G reportedly may spin off, not sell, Folgers coffee; company won't comment on speculation
• Mubarak endorses U.S. hopes for Mideast peace deal
• Former US congressman charged in conspiracy involving terror fundraising ring
• Bush's brief visit to Egypt another sign of cooling relations
• US to pursue new Iran sanctions despite auditors' questions
• Lack of customers not a problem for Airbus and Boeing: it's keeping up with demand
• Huckabee softens stance that would halt immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• Oil futures prices fall sharply after US reports unexpected jump in crude inventories
• Microsoft says hackers exploit security hole in Excel 2003
• Alstom gets fast train project in Argentina
• Foxy Brown asks for release from jail for hearing tests, repair of cochlear implant
• U.S. orders study of bizarre Morgellons condition; patients claim threads sprout from sores
• From fuel sippers to super cars, Detroit auto show is all over the map
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Ivanka Trump is OK'd for Atlantic City casinos' board
• `Rent' brings down its final curtain June 1 on Broadway
• Wall Street finishes lower after Intel earnings; Fed report shows modest economic growth
• Huckabee softens stance that would halt immigration from countries that sponsor terrorists
• Castroneves to lead list of celebrities for New Orleans' Carnival parade
• Medical examiner rules musician Ike Turner died of cocaine overdose
• Former US congressman charged in conspiracy involving terror fundraising ring
• Court battle over caucus rules could determine which Democrat gets momentum from Nevada vote
• New WADA boss criticizes Major League Baseball for doping policy
• US banks seeing higher delinquencies on more than just mortgage payments
• Guevara announces retirement, says Mexican athletics too corrupt
• Oracle to buy BEA for $8.5 billion, ending cat-and-mouse game
• Gold prices end at lowest level in a week on stronger dollar, profit-taking after record
• Olympiakos beats Panathinaikos 4-0 in Greek Cup
• Maker of blacks-only heart drug halts marketing, cuts staff
• Kevin Keegan returns as Newcastle manager
• Ecuador to invest US$2 billion in its oil industry
• Boeing again delays 787 first flight; first delivery now in 2009
• Madrid eliminated from Copa del Rey by Mallorca
• Mexico expects 5-6 percent growth in exports in 2008
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• House passes defense bill that backs down on dispute over lawsuits involving Iraq
• Makers of Scrabble want to shut down online game Scrabulous
• Somber Fed says US economy has lost momentum; recession fears persist
• Prosecutors say actor Wesley Snipes was warned about not paying his taxes
• Turkey's PM challenges secular ban on Islamic-style headscarf
• Rangers moves four points clear of Celtic with 2-1 win at last-place Gretna
• Higher gasoline and food costs push US inflation up by largest amount in 17 years
• Ecuador to invest US$2 billion in its oil industry, energy minister says
• Totti propels Roma to quarterfinals in Italian Cup, Milan eliminated by Catania
• Mexico miners walk off job for eight hours to protest police presence
• Dollar recovers from lows vs. the yen, Swiss franc; gains on euro
• Newcastle wins first since Keegan's return, Havant sets meeting with Liverpool
• Hold the phone! Spider-Man and his wife of 20 years have called it quits
• Madrid eliminated from Copa del Rey by Mallorca
• Judge throws out subpoena seeking documents from US television network in prostitution case
• Kevin Keegan returns as Newcastle manager
• Italian politician meets Colombian hostage's mother, backs negotiation efforts
• $3 billion Cosmopolitan casino project faces foreclosure in Vegas
• Country singer Faith Hill recovering at Nashville home following knee surgery
• Top Spanish-language stations square off; Luis Jimenez is back
• IADB lends Brazil $176 million to improve bus system in Brasilia
• Suriname ordered to play World Cup qualifiers in Trinidad due to poor facilities
• PC shipments post double-digit rise; U.S. gain stronger than forecast
• IADB lends Brazil $176 million to improve bus system in Brasilia
• Multimillion-dollar book deal for singer George Michael
• Ecuador to invest US$2 billion in its oil industry, energy minister says
• Madrid eliminated from Copa del Rey by Mallorca
• Data: New Zealand inflation rising faster on higher oil, food prices
• Eddie Murphy, Tracey Edmonds to be 'friends,' not spouses
• Data: New Zealand inflation rising faster on higher oil, food prices
• Employees reject pending cuts at French plant
• Kenyan opposition begins 3 days of protests; at least 1 person fatally shot by police
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• New WADA boss criticizes Major League Baseball for drug policy
• Nine destination bookstores worth putting on a tourist's itinerary
• QE2 on final world tour, Queen Victoria on first after meeting with QM2 in NYC
• Chile pension reform ensures all citizens will receive pension
• Carnival industry transforms Brazil shantytown
• NATO allies rankled by report of Gates' criticism
• Qantas: Boeing B787 delay will affect Jetstar's foreign expansion
• Qantas: Boeing B787 delay will affect Jetstar's foreign expansion
• Brazil's Silva names centrist ally as new energy minister
• Mexico expects 5-6 percent growth in manufacturing exports in 2008
• Democrats and Republicans promise speedy work on economic stimulus legislation
• Ford begins effort to rid vehicles of gas caps
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Review: Human-powered search engine ChaCha lets users ask broad range of questions
• After years of promises, New York's Apollo Theater renovation enters 'final phase'
• Matthew McConaughey, Kate Hudson among SAG Awards presenters
• American parent AMR suffers 4th-quarter loss, hurt by fuel costs
• Republicans eye possible deadlocked convention, widespread uncertainty
• Environmental activists upset after Bush lets Navy use sonar training
• Boeing again delays 787 first flight; first delivery now in 2009
• Packers' Charles Woodson admits he was hesitant to play in Green Bay
• Analysts say Taiwan's Ma would take cautious approach to ties with China
• Production firm co-founded by Madonna settles suit
• Lawmaker says interrogation tapes were destroyed over CIA's objections
• Former champion Durant opens with 65 to share Hope Classic lead
• Boeing again delays 787 first flight; first delivery now in 2009
• $3 billion Cosmopolitan casino project faces foreclosure in Vegas
• Clinton plays flight attendant for traveling press corps
• Mubarak endorses Bush's hopes for quick Mideast peace deal
• Somber Fed says US economy has lost momentum; recession fears persist
• Bush's brief visit to Egypt another sign of cooling relations
• Report: Malaysian municipal officials shoot man in leg while targeting stray dogs
• Officials find violations in patient care at US hospital made famous in 'Cuckoo's Nest'
• Portuguesa stuns Santos 2-0 to open Sao Paulo championship
• NY Islanders beat New Jersey Devils for fifth straight time this season
• Russia warns Kosovo that if it declares independence it will never become a UN member
• Indiana slaughterhouse symptoms echo Minnesota outbreak; brain removal method examined
• MLB commissioner Bud Selig hopes to decide discipline on Mitchell Report by spring training
• Matthew McConaughey, Kate Hudson among SAG Awards presenters
• Clinton plays flight attendant for traveling press corps
• Oil prices near US$91 a barrel after sharp fall overnight on rise in US crude stocks
• Chris Bosh's big effort spoils Mike Bibby's season debut and Raptors rout Kings 116-91
• Judge rules against 500-pound police officer in pension case; disability related to obesity
• Stephen Colbert gets 6-week run at Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington
• US to pursue new Iran sanctions despite auditors' questions
• Venezuela's Chavez shrugs off Colombia's protest over rebel-related comments
• NY Islanders beat New Jersey Devils for fifth straight time this season
• Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker sues Rockstar Beverages over use of photo on Web
• 3rd test: Irfan rips thru the Australian top order
• SKorea's next president says economic incentives will entice reform in NKorea
• Philippine stock index plummets 3.1 percent to 5-month low on Wall Street, tourism worries
• Kenya braces for second day of protests
• Hundreds of birds die even as health workers try to contain bird flu in eastern India
• Bernanke appears open to package to stimulate weakening economy
• Obama seeks female support that made all the difference in early US primaries
• Kenya braces for second day of protests
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Dollar bounces back from 2 1/2 year low; still weak on worries about US economy
• Japanese stocks end 4-day losing streak, lifted by bargain hunting
• Nepal's government urges minority groups to join talks ahead of elections
• SKorea's Constitutional Court rejects petition from President Roh over freedom of speech
• Fiji's military chief calls for end to nation's coup culture
• Federer moves into third round; Venus Williams, No. 2 Kuznetsova advance in Australian Open
• Free from injuries, Williams sisters back in doubles
• Malaysian municipal officials shoot man in leg while targeting stray dogs
• Russia warns Kosovo that if it declares independence it will never become a UN member
• 3rd test: Symonds' half century lifts Australia
• Novartis posts 45-percent drop in 4Q net profit, hit by restructuring costs
• SABMiller reports 7 percent rise in 3Q lager volume; trading 'in line'
• French engineering group Alstom says third-quarter sales jump 20 percent
• Kenya braces for second day of protests
• EU, Ukraine complete talks on Ukraine's WTO membership
• SABMiller reports 7 percent rise in 3Q lager volume; trading 'in line'
• Oil rises past US$91 a barrel after sharp fall overnight on gain in US crude stocks
• French engineering group Alstom says third-quarter sales jump 20 percent
• India and Bangladesh try to contain bird flu outbreak as new deaths reported
• HMV Group Christmas sales up 9.4 percent
• Asashoryu defeats Toyonoshima to keep pace at New Year sumo
• Mahathir denies he was used by outsiders to appoint top judges
• 'Lust, Caution,' 'The Warlords' lead Asian Film Awards nominations
• List of nominees for the 2nd Asian Film Awards
• List of nominees for the 2nd Asian Film Awards
• SABMiller reports 7 percent rise in 3Q lager volume; trading 'in line'
• Greek fan fatally stabbed in fight after soccer match
• One American, and two Russians share 2008 Crafoord Prize
• Novartis posts 45-percent drop in 4Q net profit, hit by restructuring costs
• OIE: Iran reports H5N1 bird flu outbreak
• More snow in Cortina forces cancellation of women's downhill training again
• Steelmaker ArcelorMittal to shed jobs from French wire rod plant
• Euro drifts downward against US dollar
• Hewitt needs to find more to his game in his bid to win elusive Australian title
• Federer moves into third round; Venus Williams, No. 2 Kuznetsova advance in Australian Open
• Bill to be introduced in U.S. advocates paper ballots and election audits for November vote
• Reliance Industries beats earnings expectations, doubles profit in last quarter
• Hong Kong's stock index rebounds from previous day's plunge as investors snap up bargains
• Former Formula One driver Christian Klien summoned for Austrian military service
• SKorean president-elect woos foreign investors, though US buyout fund case casts pall
• Second positive marijuana test ousts top American wrestler from Olympics
• Slum dwellers clash with police on 2nd day in Kenyan, but demonstrations losing steam
• Rolling Stones sign 1-album deal with Universal Music Group
• South Korea to freeze utility rates in first half of 2008
• Philippine stock index plummets 3.1 percent to 5-month low on Wall Street, tourism worries
• Real Madrid seeks to return to winning ways in local derby with Atletico
• Oil rises past US$91 a barrel after sharp fall overnight on gain in US crude stocks
• Europe's trade deficit with China swells by a quarter in first 10 months of 2007
• Norway's government, political opposition, reach compromise on long-term climate policy
• East Timor's president asks countrymen to forgive former Indonesian dictator Suharto
• Novartis posts 45-percent drop in 4Q net profit, hit by restructuring costs
• US dollar mixed, gold higher in European morning trading
• Remy Cointreau boosts sales in fiscal 9 months, but stock plunges
• Forbes: Li Ka-shing Hong Kong's richest man; proof city has not lost capitalist heart
• Kellogg buys leading Russian cracker, cereal-maker
• Malaysia-US free trade plans may fail if there is no agreement by summer
• South Africa's President Mbeki arrives in Zimbabwe
• Three more Russian rowers get two-year doping bans for intravenous injections
• Chinese stocks fall as banks and property developers hit by hike in reserve requirement
• Keegan expecting second spell as Newcastle manager to eclipse fondly remembered first
• 3rd test: Indian bowlers put the side in control of the third test
• China housing prices jump 10.5 percent in December but rise easing as sales slow
• Slum dwellers clash with police on 2nd day in Kenya, but demonstrations losing steam
• Report: Half of Spain's real estate agencies folded due to building slowdown
• Central bank announces new 10 million Zimbabwe dollar bill
• Swedish investment bank D. Carnegie names new CEO after trading scandal
• Villarreal defender Fabricio Fuentes sidelined for rest of season due to knee injury
• Portsmouth signs France midfielder Lassana Diarra from Arsenal
• Newcastle in the spotlight as Kevin Keegan takes charge again
• Myanmar weekly newspaper skips issue after drawing censors' wrath
• Most Asian markets rebound; major indices in Japan, Hong Kong rise more than 2 percent
• Gonzalez stays in spotlight, and possibly more to come
• Boeing 787 delay affects ANA and Qantas' budget airline
• Workers at Nordic paper maker Stora Enso walk out to protest layoffs, closures
• London's FTSE-100 index down 4.5 points at 5938.4
• Indian shares fall 4th straight session; weighed down by Reliance Industries
• Romney wins Michigan Republican primary, sets up scramble of winners in South Carolina
• Production firm co-founded by Madonna settles lawsuit against rival film company
• Kenyan children face looted, burned schools
• US security team inspects site of Lebanon bomb blast
• Bank of New York Mellon's 4Q profit drops 68 percent from exposure to debt obligations
• Ted Ligety impressed by first visit to classic Streif downhill course
• Stocks head for a rocky open, with focus on Merrill, Bernanke views
• Brazilian striker Fred opts to stay at Lyon after turning down three transfer offers
• Gebrselassie bidding to break own marathon world record _ and 24th overall _ in Dubai
• Chelsea fined 40,000 pounds over players' hassling of referee
• Azerbaijan opens sports complex in tense region
• Slum dwellers clash with police on 2nd day in Kenya, but demonstrations losing steam
• Japan urges Myanmar to speed up democratic reforms, hold talks with Suu Kyi
• Young German offender sent to Siberia to reform
• Romanian president authorizes corruption probes of ex-premier and other ministers
• Cameroon and Ivory Coast pin hopes on Samuel Eto'o and Didier Drogba at African Cup
• Europe's biggest clubs lose star players to African Cup of Nations
• Capsules of team at the African Cup of Nations
• UK agency tentatively OKs 2 research proposals with human-animal embryos
• Muslim groups threaten boycott after Salman Rushdie visits India
• Bordeaux looking to cut Lyon's lead in French league
• Construction of new homes falls 24.8 percent in 2007, the largest amount in 27 years
• Merrill Lynch posts almost $10B loss in 4th-qtr on write-downs amid credit crisis fallout
• Milan to field all-Brazilian attack again of Kaka, Ronaldo, Pato; Inter faces Parma
• Construction of new homes falls 24.8 percent in 2007, the largest amount in 27 years
• Oil rises past US$91 a barrel after sharp fall overnight on gain in US crude stocks
• EU telecoms chief warns of action on high text message, mobile Internet charges
• Marijuana charge dropped for US television actor after he completes treatment program
• Romanian soccer investigated for tax evasion, embezzlement, money laundering
• US security team inspects site of Lebanon bomb blast
• Report: Russian hammer thrower Gulfia Khanafeyeva fails doping test
• Putin to arrive in Sofia with presumed successor as Russia tightens energy grip
• High Court in Bangladesh temporarily halts corruption trial against ex-Prime Minister
• US stocks open with gains ahead of Bernanke's economic stimulus views
• Montenegro calls first presidential election since independence for April 6
• SKorean president-elect woos foreign investors, though US buyout fund case casts shadow
• Baghdatis pulls out 5-set victory over Safin to reach Australian Open third round
• Prince surprised, elated after first solo flight
• Euro static against US dollar ahead of Bernanke comments
• Slum dwellers clash with police on 2nd day in Kenya, but demonstrations losing steam
• Chelsea fined 40,000 pounds over players' hassling of referee
• Martin Kaymer leads Abu Dhabi Golf Championship by one stroke
• Acxiom taps Alcatel-Lucent exec John Meyer as new CEO
• Venus Williams overcomes mistakes to reach Australian Open third round
• Leaders from Lebanese opposition and parliament majority meet for first time in 3 months
• US stocks open with gains ahead of Bernanke's stimulus views
• South Africa's President Mbeki in Zimbabwe on mediation mission, meets Mugabe for 4 hours
• Obama seeks female support that made all the difference in early US primaries
• Busg decides stimulus needed to help sagging U.S. economy
• Sweden's athletics coach Thomas Engdahl to quit after Beijing Olympics
• Serbs face stark choice in election likely to determine nation's path for years to come
• Gustafson, Hjorth lead Sweden's challenge in Women's World Cup of Golf
• Anglo American in talks to pay US$5.5 billion for Brazil iron ore projects
• Ghana gets ready to host African Cup of Nations
• Poland to play United States in friendly in March ahead of European Championship
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Stocks give up rally after Bernanke reiterates assessment of weakening economy
• Joy leaves St. Pauli to return to Real Salt Lake City in MLS in United States
• Delhaize supermarket chain sees 4Q sales slip 3.4 percent on weak dollar
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• Romania to protest cartoon featuring with "suicidal squirrels" to the European Commission
• Novartis posts 45-percent drop in 4Q net profit, hit by restructuring costs
• Scientists produce embryo clones of 2 men, using skin cells in step toward stem cell goal
• Bhutan sets March election date for first democratic elections, ending absolute monarchy
• Soldiers flee second Pakistani post after threats from militants
• US calls for more negotiation, less demonstration in Kenya
• 4 paparazzi chasing Britney Spears' car arrested for reckless driving
• Party linked to ousted Thai PM Thaksin moves closer to forming new government
• Steelmaker ArcelorMittal to shed jobs from French wire rod plant
• Tuscan official proposes moving Michelangelo's David to reduce tourism in heart of Florence
• Albania's airport sees record traffic after expansion
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• Poland to play United States in friendly in March ahead of European Championship
• Broadcaster apologizes for report linking 30 athletes to blood doping
• Bliss
• National Taiwan Museum
• Sexy Kiss Party
• Taipei Artist Village
• What's On
• For the Record
• Art Garfunkel explains why and how he sings
• A golden tale of woe for the paparazzi
• Decoding Hannah Montana
• Now Showing
• Burton knew he was cut out to direct 'Sweeney Todd'
• 'Lust,' 'Warlords' lead awards nominations
• A gruesome musical of a bloody barber
• A tasty twist on tagine
• Playing with the wine for the beef stew of Burgundy
• Peas of advice:Legumes are good for you, abundant in winter
• Being colorblind still does not mean everything is alright
• Bogut scores 21 to lead Bucks rally past Hawks
• Return of 'Geordie Messiah' starts on a high
• Giant-killing Hsieh spearheads powerful Asian drive at Open
• Italian prosecutors investigating Capello on charges of diverting funds, tax evasion
• Sidelines
• Federer moves into third round of Open
• China drought underlines hydropower reliance risks
• Jobs arise from ashes of Finland forestry industry
• In Brief
• Hasina trial commences in Bangladesh
• Mbeki visits Zimbabwe for talks
• Search on for missing troops in Pakistan after fort attack
• China urges flexibility from Iran and the West
• Israel vows to keep up pressure amid rocket attacks from Gaza
• Taiwan, the Latin Left
• Taiex declines after China imposes measures to reduce high inflation
• U.S. Congressional leaders discuss potential economic stimulus bill
• Parliament says UK doctors are wasting money on branded drugs
• U.S. dollar recovers from low against the yen, gains on euro
• Wall Street slips again after Fed report shows slow down
• Boeing postpones first 787 flight again; delivery expected in 2009
• U.S. soy, corn, wheat commodities drop over 3% amid recession talk
• Novel plastic film maker expects US$100m in revenue by 2009
• Global computer market grows 13% in 2007
• New Year flight tickets sold out
• Taiwanese man falls ill, dies at Taoyuan airport
• Chou fans fined in Singapore
• Taiwan leader discusses aid to St. Lucia
• China will not cease to pressure Taiwan, President Chen warns
• Wang files for salary arbitration after Yankees' US$3 million offer
• Peter Pan musical comes to Taiwan
• In Brief
• Public urged to be wary of mobile roaming fees
• If elected, Hsieh plans to appoint a CEO as premier
• Groups express support for Hsieh's candidacy
• Norway leaders reach compromise on long-term climate policy
• Tang indicted on charges of fraud
• Lawmakers indicted on charges of bribery
• Chen hails success of whirlwind tour
• Three controversial Cabinet officials offer to quit to take blame for electoral defeat
• Strong growth in business intelligence will decline as market flux continues, says Gartner
• PC market still strong in fourth quarter with solid growth across regions, according to IDC
• Fifty percent of Asian enterprises view Web 2.0 as a business opportunity, regional IDC survey reveals
• Fitch places Taiwan's Great Chinese Bills Finance Corp. on Rating Watch Positive
• Pakistani suicide bomber attacks Shiite mosque, killing 9
• Pakistani suicide bomber attacks Shiite mosque, killing 9
• Anglo American in talks to pay US$5.5 billion for Brazil iron ore projects
• London's FTSE 100 index closes down 40.5 points at 5,902.4
• US stocks fall as Bernanke reiterates assesement of weak economy; manufacturing index falls
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• Selig given 3-year contract extension through 2012
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Inflation in Ireland falls to 4.7 percent amid Christmas sales
• Britain's Prince William surprised, elated after first solo flight
• Salvadoran migrants, most in U.S., send home record amount of money in 2007
• World's top 2 automakers are working on ultracheap subcompacts
• Fulham agrees to sign Marlon King from Watford
• Robin van Persie sidelined for "few weeks" with thigh injury
• US general sees increase in Iraqi security forces, but years before they can take over
• Schalke signs Uruguay striker Vicente Sanchez
• Marijuana charge dropped for US television actor after he completes treatment program
• France's Orange says iPhone sales better than expected
• US general sees increase in Iraqi security forces, but years before they can take over
• Turkish court warns against lifting ban on Islamic-style headscarf
• US trade group says high prices cut demand for gasoline and oil in the fourth quarter
• School slayings of students in the United States are down to 16 a year from 1990s
• Skelton underdog in heavyweight title fight against WBA champion Chagaev
• Brazil cell phone total nearly 121 million, up 21 percent
• Number of US foreclosures 60 percent higher than home-loan modifications in third quarter
• Jack Nicholson says he is looking for love, but `can't hit on a girl in public like I used to'
• 4 paparazzi chasing Britney Spears' car arrested for reckless driving
• US general sees increase in Iraqi security forces, but years before they can take over
• Oil prices fall after Fed chief Bernanke predicts US slowdown, adding to demand worries
• Report: U.S. abortions decline to lowest level since 1974
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• Putin arrives in Bulgaria for trip with presumed successor as Russia tightens energy grip
• Carlsberg, Heineken in talks with Scottish & Newcastle about raising offer
• U.S. Ski Team gets some help from the Swiss on a snowy day in Cortina
• Construction of new US homes falls 24.8 percent in 2007, the largest amount in 27 years
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Prodi takes over as interim justice minister as ally steps down amid corruption allegations
• Rolling Stones sign 1-album deal with Universal Music Group
• Tim McGraw and Dwight Yoakam to appear in `Four Christmases' romantic comedy
• Fulham agrees to sign Marlon King from Watford
• Police called after listening device discovered at auditions for 'Britain's Got Talent'
• Novartis posts 45-percent drop in 4Q net profit, hit by restructuring costs
• Germany retailer Metro AG to sell its 245 Extra supermarkets to competitor Rewe
• Paraguay military on alert over rally in ruling party primary dispute
• US Interior officials: Oil drilling off Alaska will not harm polar bears
• US Interior officials: Oil drilling off Alaska will not harm polar bears
• Jack Nicholson says he is looking for love, but `can't hit on a girl in public like I used to'
• US general sees increase in Iraqi security forces, but years before they can take over
• European stock close down on disappointing U.S. data, Bernanke comments
• Lehman to consolidate Aurora mortgage business, take $40 million charge
• Greek Olympic Committee warns time running out for replanting Ancient Olympia
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening economy
• Greek Olympic Committee warns time running out for replanting Ancient Olympia
• US Interior officials: Oil drilling off Alaska will not harm polar bears
• Putin brings energy deals and his presumed successor along on Bulgarian visit
• CEO Thain: Merrill Lynch not planning to sell its 20 percent stake in Bloomberg LP
• UK agency tentatively approves proposals for research using hybrid human-animal embryos
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Germany's Wilhelm wins biathlon World Cup event, extends overall lead
• US general sees increase in Iraqi security forces, but years before they can take over
• Lawyer says prison officials have denied former Yukos executive AIDS treatment
• Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling to speak at Harvard's graduation ceremony in the spring
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Dominica soccer federation files complaint to FIFA against Warner
• Legal group challenges voting machine switch in Ohio's largest county
• Virgin chairman Branson expects Goldman to outline Northern Rock details within days
• Dutch foreign minister says China must improve its human rights record
• For some Gren Bay Packers fans, superstitions are serious business
• Police crack down on Kenyan protesters, five shot and killed
• Nuggets still waiting on Nene's tumor; Web site says it's benign
• Ashley Tisdale says she has no regrets about nose job: `I think I still look like me'
• South Africa's President Mbeki visits Zimbabwe on mediation mission, meets Mugabe for 4 hours
• Leaders from Lebanese opposition and parliament majority meet for first time in 3 months
• Selig given 3-year contract extension through 2012
• Abortion foes use 19th-century Kansas law to launch grand jury investigations of clinics
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• U.S. official says new rules on Canadian and Mexican borders will mean longer lines at first
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• Oil prices fall after Bernanke predicts US slowdown, adding to demand worries
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• US lawyer: Former CIA director never objected to destroying CIA videos
• AFI to pick top-10 films in 10 genres, including sci-fi, Westerns
• FBI begins preliminary inquiry into Tejada's steroids testimony
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• Mary J. Blige to return to `One Life to Live," will perform songs from `Growing Pains' album
• Oil prices fall after Bernanke predicts US slowdown, adding to demand worries
• Putin takes his presumed successor to Bulgaria amid Kremlin push for energy deals
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• Bush and Bernanke back package to stimulate weakening US economy
• Brain surgery helps woman listen to Sean Paul music again
• Gold down
• US meeting with Somaliland president not intended to stoke independence hopes
• Newcastle fans revel in return of manager Kevin Keegan
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• FBI begins preliminary inquiry into Tejada's steroids testimony
• US Treasurys jump higher as Philadelphia Fed survey indicates dramatic economic contraction
• Andrew Morton, Cruise biographer, defends his book
• Paris menswear designers opt for caution as retail outlook darkens
• Moody's report threatening Ambac downgrade sends bond insurance stocks reeling
• French blockbuster 'Asterix at the Olympics' premieres in Greece
• Bush wants personal tax rebates, breaks for businesses in any US stimulus package
• Bush wants personal tax rebates, breaks for businesses in any US stimulus package
• Republican US presidential candidates battle for North Carolina, Democrats spar in Nevada
• IBM reports 12 percent rise in quarterly profit, helped by software and services
• US Defense Department to request more F-22 fighter jets, staving off a phase-out of production
• Judge dismisses Nevada caucus challenge, in a boost for Barack Obama
• US stocks extend plunge as manufacturing index falls; bond insurers fall amid fears of losses
• Bush wants tax rebates, business tax breaks in US stimulus package
• Environmental activists upset after Bush lets Navy use sonar training
• Dollar edges down against euro, pound after Bernanke speech
• IBM reports 12 percent rise in quarterly profit, helped by software and services
• Inter, Lazio advance to Italian Cup quarterfinals
• Gold futures fall for third session after Bernanke backs economic stimulus
• What's in a rumor? Sarkozy keeps reporters guessing on a possible wedding to Bruni
• Advanced Micro Devices 4th-quarter loss widens on large goodwill impairment charge
• Xerox introduces new color printing technology for competitive high-speed market
• NYSE agrees to acquire rival American Stock Exchange to increase options business
• Egypt rebukes EU parliament for resolution critical of rights record
• Moody's report threatening Ambac downgrade sends bond insurance stocks reeling
• Amid growing number of questions, White House suggests no e-mail is missing
• Iginla and Lecavalier chosen as captains for NHL All-Star game
• Judge dismisses Nevada Democratic caucus challenge, in boost for Obama
• `Shrek the Musical' sings and dances on Broadway this fall
• IBM forecasts strong 2008 earnings, says international business good
• Charlie Rose returns to CBS News on `60 Minutes'
• John Turturro leads actors against Carnegie Hall eviction
• Xerox introduces new color printing technology for competitive high-speed market
• Letterman's hoped-for advantage with strike deal has not happened yet
• Seagate 2nd-quarter earnings jump 188 percent as hard drive shipments rise
• Judge wants more information on rapper Foxy Brown's ear problems
• Government, Canadian Olympic officials to meet with women's ski jumpers
• Speedy test session has NASCAR buzzing about Toyota improvement
• Federal officials search for a link between slaughterhouse illnesses in Indiana and Minnesota
• FBI begins preliminary inquiry into Tejada's steroids testimony
• Stocks extend plunge as manufacturing index falls; bond insurers fall amid fears of losses
• As opposition mounts, US senator to send new letters in televangelist probe
• True Lies: Fabrications dull luster of Oscar contender 'American Gangster'
• Not as tough as the Hannah concert, but movie tickets can be hard to get
• Consultant who found Black Swan wreck agrees to pay $216,355 to settle insider-trading charges
• New Zealand, Australia markets fall sharply
• New Zealand, Australia markets fall sharply
• Ex-NHL player Rob Ramage gets 4 years in prison for a crash that killed ex-Blackhawks player
• John Turturro leads actors against Carnegie Hall eviction
• New Zealand, Australia markets fall sharply
• NYSE agrees to acquire rival American Stock Exchange to increase options business
• A winner in a troubled sport, Tyson Gay says he's not afraid of anyone on steroids
• Filipino nurses face criminal charges after quitting jobs caring for terminally ill children
• Kenyan children face looted, burned schools
• Construction of new homes falls 24.8 percent, biggest drop in nearly 3 decades
• Putin takes his presumed successor to Bulgaria amid Kremlin push for energy deals
• Who wants to be fired? In France, some employees ask for it
• What's in a rumor? Sarkozy keeps reporters guessing on a possible wedding to Bruni
• Egyptians brave rough seas and violent smugglers for distant promise of jobs in Italy
• In Kashmir, 2 bakers die and the region reacts with protests _ and silent fury
• If the world embraces nuclear energy, where will the deadly waste go?
• A small Israeli town under rocket fire at front line of Israeli-Palestinian conflict
• Japanese stocks plunge on open
• Japanese stocks plunge on open
• Editor surprised by 'enormity' of reaction to noose on golf magazine cover
• Tax rebates of $300-$800 weighed as Congress, Fed, White House urge economic rescue
• Room to grow: Gifted Gaborik getting closer to where Wild would like him to be
• Filmmakers hope strike sparks Sundance buying frenzy
• Directors reach deal with Hollywood studios
• A few opinions on how the music industry can reverse its slide
• Movie review: Heigl's intriguing presence is wasted in formulaic rom-com `27 Dresses'
• Indy, Bond, Trek, Batman: Movies march on despite writer strike
• Poet Robert Bly, Shakespearean actor Mark Rylance team to return Ibsen's anti-hero to stage
• Woody's `Dream': Allen examines savage side of life with tragic drama
• The Woman wears `Cashmere': Lucy Liu returns to television
• Cameroon and Ivory Coast pin hopes on Samuel Eto'o and Didier Drogba at African Cup
• Movie review: `Cloverfield' is a monster movie for the YouTube generation
• Honesty is the best policy on Fox's new polygraph game show `Moment of Truth'
• Europe's biggest clubs lose star players to African Cup of Nations
• Movie review: Caper comedy `Mad Money' comes up short as a female empowerment movie
• Capsules of team at the African Cup of Nations
• Movie review: Twisted revenge tale `Teeth' will leave you laughing and squirming
• Video-game Review: Gaming legends return to challenge a new generation
• Economy at forefront as Democrats spar over Nevada, Republicans battle for South Carolina
• ACLU challenges voting machine switch in Ohio's largest county, says voters can't fix mistakes
• Japanese stocks plunge on open
• Japanese stocks plunge on open
• World's top 2 automakers are working on ultracheap subcompacts
• Smart Fortwo micro car arrives in the US with new dealerships
• Bhutan sets March election date for first democratic elections, ending absolute monarchy
• Ice hockey finally returns the love to Willie O'Ree
• Bill Clinton berates television reporter after question about Nevada caucuses
• Indonesia's Suharto dodges justice for widespread atrocities
• Kabul hotel attack worries Westerners, Afghans wondering what comes next
• Chris Matthews says he wronged Clinton by tying her success to husband's infidelities
• First exit polls show even top presidential candidates are struggling to solidify appeal
• Matthews: I Wronged Clinton With Remark
• US settles insider-trading case with shipwreck finder
• Seagate 2nd-quarter earnings nearly triple as hard drive shipments rise
• Wall Street bonuses fell 4.7 percent in 2007
• Tax rebates of $300-$800 weighed as Congress, Fed, White House urge economic rescue
• Chemical explosion may have caused BP refinery fatality
• Army task force says some troops don't know they suffered concussions
• NPD Group: Nintendo dominates best year ever for video game sales
• US says meeting with Somaliland president not meant to stoke independence hopes
• Information, including Social Security numbers, for 650,000 credit card customers is lost
• Report: U.S. abortion rate declines to lowest level since 1974
• Macau court gives green light to Las Vegas casino mogul's ferry service
• Macau court gives green light to Las Vegas casino mogul's ferry service
• Directors' deal with studios could put pressure on writers
• Japanese stocks drop in morning trading
• Japanese stocks drop in morning trading
• Adriano scores two in Sao Paulo's 2-1 victory in state championship
• British Prime Minister Gordon Brown arrives in Beijing with business delegation
• D.J. Trahan, Robert Gamez move into tie for lead at Hope Classic
• Hong Kong's key index down more than 3 percent
• Hong Kong's key index down more than 3 percent
• Japanese stocks drop in morning trading; Nikkei index down 2.8 percent in early session
• Japanese stocks drop in morning trading; Nikkei index down 2.8 percent in early session
• Baghdatis video upsets Turkish community
• $1.9 billion Palazzo casino holds grand opening in Las Vegas
• Boomerang comes back after 25 years, returned to Australia by thief
• Boomerang comes back after 25 years, returned to Australia by thief
• GM expects $5B labor cost reduction by 2011
• London Stock Exchange opens Beijing office, adding to competition for Chinese listings
• London Stock Exchange opens Beijing office, adding to competition for Chinese listings
• Amid growing number of questions, White House suggests no e-mail is missing
• Top-ranked Henin moves into 4th round, extends winning streak to 31
• LA movie producer indicted on charges of bribing Thai official
• Haas, Roberts looking for another strong year on the Champions Tour
• US stocks extend plunge as manufacturing index falls
• Hong Kong's key index slides 2.2 percent in wake of Wall Street's drop
• Hong Kong's key index slides 2.2 percent in wake of Wall Street's drop
• US judge temporarily lifts some Navy sonar restrictions after President Bush's action
• Zetterberg's lone goal in shootout helps Red Wings snap 3-game skid
• Merrill CEO Thain thinks the worst is over for the brokerage subprime woes _ for now
• Asian markets plunge on fears about possible US recession
• Asian markets plunge on fears about possible US recession
• Ottawa captain Daniel Alfredsson leaves game after injuring hip against Carolina
• Venezuela accuses Colombia of being 'obsessed with war,' blocking rebel prisoner swap
• LeBron James' 27 points leads Cavaliers to 90-88 win over Spurs
• Asian markets plunge on fears about possible US recession
• Asian markets plunge on fears about possible US recession
• Macau court gives green light to Las Vegas casino mogul's ferry service
• Lee takes key wickets as India extends lead to 276 runs at lunch
• DUI plea sends Lindsay Lohan to morgue
• Malaysian PM calls rare coalition meeting in sign of early polls
• Rio Tinto gives upbeat outlook for China's economic growth, says company set to grow
• Zetterberg's lone goal in shootout helps Red Wings snap 3-game skid
• Paparazzi released on bail after being arrest for chasing Britney
• Guatemalan peace Nobelist sues judges for discrimination
• IBM forecasts strong 2008 earnings tied to international growth
• Last commander of American forces in Spanish Civil War dies
• Report: Thailand's Bangkok Airways to buy up to 6 Airbus A350-XWB planes
• Philippine stock index dips 2.5 percent on Wall Street fall, concerns over US economy
• Hong Kong stocks trim losses as investors snap up beaten-down stocks
• Congressional immunity unlikely for Clemens' accuser McNamee
• Report: Taiwan's Formosa Plastics plans US$6 billion steel plant in Vietnam
• Tax rebates are seen as way to give economic stimulus package the biggest bang for the buck
• Red Wings snap losing streak with shootout win over Canucks
• China says number of Internet users rises to 210 million, could overtake US this year
• Thai court is set to rule whether party linked to deposed PM Thaksin should be dissolved
• Indian health workers kill thousands of chickens to contain bird flu in eastern region
• Japanese consumer sentiment drops in December for third straight month
• Japanese stocks erase early losses to advance on hopes for Washington stimulus plan
• Kenya opposition says will keep up pressure with strikes, economic boycotts
• Cavaliers edge Spurs in first meeting since 2007 finals
• Dollar drops slightly in Asia versus yen as worries about US economy continue
• London Stock Exchange opens Beijing office, adding to rivalry for Chinese listings
• Chemical explosion may have caused BP refinery fatality
• Democratic US presidential race highlights generational split in black vote
• Directors' deal with studios could put pressure on writers
• Economy at forefront as Democrats spar over Nevada, Republicans battle for South Carolina
• British prime minister says China should look to London for sovereign fund investments
• Clinical Davydenko ignores the controversy and concentrates on winning tennis
• Laxman helps India extend the lead to 365 runs
• Rio Tinto gives upbeat outlook for China's economic growth, says company set to grow
• Oil prices rise, hover above US$90 a barrel after drop on worries about US economy
• Changing: Henin into hip-hop as winning streak continues
• Defending champion Williams, top-ranked Henin advance to 4th round
• Asian markets mostly recover from early plunge on hopes for US economic stimulus measures
• Conservative New Zealand group angry no royals to attend Hillary funeral
• Japanese consumer sentiment drops in December for third straight month
• Citigroup plan to absorb Nikko Cordial in share swap to go ahead
• Two Taiwanese Cabinet ministers resign over election debacle
• Thai court rejects case against advance voting, ruling general election valid
• What's in a rumor? Sarkozy keeps reporters guessing on a possible wedding to Bruni
• 'Atonement,' 'The Water Horse' cleared to show in China in February
• Asashoryu stays one win back of Hakuho at New Year sumo
• Philippine stock index dips 2.5 percent on Wall Street fall, concerns over US economy
• Inquiry exposes links between Malaysia's ex-chief judge, scandal-plagued lawyer
• Philippine leader cites drop in political killings, but numbers differ from activists'
• Hong Kong stocks edge higher as investors snap up beaten-down shares
• Serbia confirms ban of US, British observers from monitoring presidential election
• Euro slips against US dollar
• Germany's KfW bank begins process of selling shares in troubled IKB
• China shares rise amid regional rebound as banks lifted by earnings outlook
• Report: EMI, Warner Chappell bidding for independent UK label Chrysalis
• US farm equipment sells in former Soviet Union
• Indian software company Wipro says profit rises 11 percent in latest quarter
• Sharapova wins after struggle, joins Williams, top-ranked Henin in 4th round
• Analysts say Bloomberg's proposed $1B property tax cut could help in a 2008 presidential run
• AIDS experts wonder if some of their billions should be shifted to basic health problems
• Taiwan legislative district holds bleak pointers for ruling party in presidential race
• UK retail sales declined 0.4 pc in December compared to November
• US dollar mostly higher, gold down in European morning trading
• Major Asian markets recover from early plunge on hopes for US economic stimulus measures
• China's Ministry of Public Security holds mass wedding for 100 police couples
• China's Ministry of Public Security holds mass wedding for 100 police couples
• India takes stranglehold of the third test as Irfan strikes twice
• Marco Buechel provisionally wins men's World Cup Super-G event
• Chelsea trying to learn Arsenal's lessons ahead of Premier League meeting with Birmingham
• Oil prices fall below US$90 a barrel on worries about US economy
• Bird flu outbreak registered on Ukraine's Crimea peninsula: officials
• Gebrselassie falls short of breaking his own world record in Dubai Marathon
• India's benchmark stock Index drops 3.5 percent
• US beats Finland 4-1 in Four Nations women's soccer tournament in China
• Schlumberger 4th-quarter profit climbs 22 percent on international demand
• London's FTSE-100 index up 81.9 points at 5984.3
• Report: Cipollini to return to cycling with U.S. team after 3-year hiatus
• French-Iranian filmmaker to leave Tehran after being barred from departing for year
• New bird deaths in eastern India prompt fears that bird flu outbreak is spreading
• Former champion Mauresmo upset in Australian Open's 3rd round
• Granada 74 player Criado plans to fight doping suspension for anti-baldness drug
• US beats Finland 4-1 in Four Nations women's soccer tournament in China
• Economy at forefront as Democrats spar over Nevada, Republicans battle for South Carolina
• US treasury secretary predicts quick agreement on plan to hand out rebates, stimulate economy
• Ugo Pirro, scriptwriter of Oscar-winning movies, is dead in Rome at 87
• Plans for tougher UK terror laws to be published next week
• Wigan signs Antonio Valencia and Erik Edman
• Fearing distractions and spying, China has Olympic athletes keep a low profile
• Defense Ministry says Tamil rebels kill 10 civilians in southern Sri Lanka
• Tax rebates are seen as way to give economic stimulus package the biggest bang for the buck
• Thai government claims international funding for southern Muslim militants is increasing
• US treasury secretary predicts quick agreement on plan to hand out rebates, stimulate economy
• Syria detains rights activist in continued crackdown
• Hertha Berlin close to signing D.C. United's Bryan Arguez
• Thai court dismisses challenge to election victory by party linked to ousted PM Thaksin
• European, Asian markets higher on hopes US economic stimulus can avert recession
• European coaches dominate African Cup of Nations
• Obama debuts new Las Vegas act _ mocking Clinton with a political standup routine
• US beats Finland 4-1 in Four Nations women's soccer tournament in China
• Oil prices rise above US$90 a barrel, helped by higher stock prices
• Nigel Worthington given 2-year contract with Northern Ireland
• Marco Buechel wins men's Super-G as oldest winner of a World Cup event at 36
• Brydon leads downhill training as weather improves in Cortina
• Strong global demand lifts General Electric quarterly profit 4 pct, matching Wall St. forecast
• Valencia set to sign Netherlands midfielder Hedwiges Maduro from Ajax
• Bus fire kills 7 in insurgency-hit southern Nepal; police investigating possible attack
• Geoff Miller appointed as national selector for England cricket team
• Fish out after ill-tempered loss
• Iran confirms first H5N1 bird flu outbreak
• Kaymer opens up 6-stroke lead after second round at Abu Dhabi Golf Championship
• Kenya opposition says will keep up pressure with strikes, economic boycotts
• Lewis Hamilton signs 5-year contract extension with F1 team McLaren
• Former chess champion Bobby Fischer dead at 64
• Mediaset challenges Sky Italia with new Pay TV service
• US stocks rise after stronger-than-expected outlook from IBM, but jitters remain
• US Treasury secretary predicts quick congressional agreement on plan to stimulate US economy
• Sprint Nextel to cut 4,000 jobs, close 8 percent of retail shops
• Kevin Keegan says Newcastle capable of winning cup, reaching top 4
• Bristol-Myers announces latest in series of Puerto Rico plant cutbacks
• Leading indicators slip in Dec., signaling sluggish US economic performance in coming months
• Pakistan army says dozens of militants killed near Afghan border
• South Koreans make early move in opening round of Women's World Cup of Golf
• Norway reports sharp increase petroleum exploration off its coast
• AMD shares rise a day after company posts smaller 4Q loss than Wall Street expected
• ECB survey sees Europe's banks tightening lending further
• Ambac Financial Group scraps plans to raise $1 billion in capital to maintain "AAA" rating
• Backrower Sergio Parisse appointed Italy rugby captain; replaces Marco Bortolami
• Roddick sharp but still loses to Kohlschreiber in 3rd round at Australian Open
• US stocks rebound after stronger-than-expected outlook from IBM, rise in consumer sentiment
• 12 men convicted in gang-rape, murder case from 2002 Indian religious riots
• Oil prices rise, following stock markets higher, as fears of a US economic recession ease
• Investigator: School destroyed video it was ordered to preserve of students being shocked
• Berlin film festival completes list of movies, adding films from France, Finland, Korea, Iran
• Leading indicators slip in December, signaling sluggish economic performance in coming months
• Amid concerns over US economy, Bush to say tax rebates are best stimulus
• AMD equips OEMs to deliver the ultimate visual experience
• Sheraton Taipei Hotel features Valentine's Day celebration
• Sunworld Dynasty Hotel launches dining promotion
• Million Star celebrities visit Grand Formosa Regent Taipei
• Six Shangri-La hotels win acclaims
• Sidelines
• Detroit ends slide with shootout win over Vancouver
• Nadal locks in next round at Open
• Selig's contract extended 3 years
• James leads Cavs past defending champion Spurs
• Defending champ Williams, Henin advance to 4th round
• Taiwan's northeast under a new administration
• Paris kicks off Menswear shows
• Bulgaria, Russia reach deal on gas pipeline project
• U.S. dollar holds steady against euro despite economic fears
• Dow Jones drops 306 points as recession fears strengthen
• IBM forecasts strong earnings in 2008 tied to global growth
• Taiwan's financial stocks gain; rally seen as 'halfway through'
• Oil prices drop to under US$90 over fears of decreasing demand
• In Brief
• Merrill Lynch's US$9.8b loss largest in company's history
• Novell files antitrust lawsuit against Microsoft
• Bush gets help from big banks in Iran sanctions effort
• Report says Formosa Plastics plans US$6b plant in Vietnam
• Bush to offer ideas for stimulus package
• In Brief
• Putting your best face floorward
• In China, Xu Sanduo gains status as lovable anti-hero
• Sundance festival set to screen funny films
• In Brief
• Hollywood studios, directors reach deal
• Laura Linney's choice of films based on scripts
• New virus linked to rare skin cancer
• Corruption seen as obstacle to PRC's progress
• Japanese youth help compatriots embrace diversity
• In Brief
• Volcano erupts in Colombia; 8,000 relocated
• Six kidnapping victims executed in Mexico after 3-hour shootout
• Pakistan upgrades security after 10 die in mosque blast
• India is right to avoid Western bank fire sale
• Taiwan's private resort guest houses offer visitors a slice of nature
• Scholars warn of diplomatic offensive by PRC
• Japanese company to disband over Taiwan sovereignty issue
• In Brief
• Civilian exchanges seen rising between Taiwan and Fujian
• Government to continue reforestation efforts
• New Year shopping fest kicks off in Taipei City
• Government to pay off health insurance debts of low-income families
• Survey finds Taiwanese are more suspicious of politicians than most other nationalities
• Former DPP lawmaker predicts Hsieh will lose
• Shanghai cautions against protests ahead of visit by UK prime minister
• President hails success of whirlwind visit
• GIO head, education minister quit
• Climate Change scientists say Taiwan is getting hotter and drier
• Robust Christmas demand drives a strong year-end growth of 14.4 percent for EMEA PC sales, says IDC
• Telco providers grapple in tech x.0 era by striking a balance between innovation and financial targets, IDC predicts
• Global outsourcing market to expand 8.1 percent in 2008, says Gartner
• Most organizations are not prepared for a business outage lasting longer than seven days, Gartner says
• Lily Allen has suffered a miscarriage, her representative says
• Court warns Turkish government against allowing Islamic-style headscarf in universities
• Wall Street pulls back from early gain, appears unmoved by Bush stimulus plan
• Three-time Olympic champion Michael Greis wins biathlon World Cup event
• Thai court clears way for party linked to ousted PM Thaksin to form new government
• US judge says lawyers resolve ethical concerns about Vioxx settlement
• US House panel chairman: White House chart shows 473 days of no e-mail for White House units
• Naples prosecutor seeks indictment of former Italian prime minister
• Cyprus President Papadopoulos faces 8 challengers in February election
• Soft snow could break Goetschl's run of success in Cortina
• Amy Winehouse's husband appears in court as singer blows him kisses
• US student lender Sallie Mae laying off 350 workers amid financial squeeze
• Kevin Keegan says he can make Newcastle a title contender again in second stint as manager
• Oil prices fall, reversing course as investors express disappointment with Bush plan
• Court warns Turkish government against allowing Islamic-style headscarf in universities
• Economy at forefront as Democrats spar over Nevada, Republicans battle for South Carolina
• Rafa Benitez says speculation over club's future has contributed to Liverpool's problems
• UBS AG to revamp investment banking business, reduce exposure to subprime crises
• Sarkozy says euro-dollar imbalance dangerous for world economy
• South Koreans lead by one in opening round of Women's World Cup of Golf
• Wigan signs Antonio Valencia and Erik Edman
• Magazine replaces editor, apologizes for noose cover
• Barroso: EU confident of continued growth in 2008 despite subprime impact
• Oil prices fluctuate as investors eye stocks, express disappointment with Bush plan
• US presidential candidate Fred Thompson defends detentions of foreigners at Guantanamo Bay
• US dollar mixed, gold down in late European trading
• Valencia set to sign Netherlands midfielder Hedwiges Maduro from Ajax
• Sicily's governor convicted; gets 5-year sentence in Palermo in Mafia probe
• Bertazzo, Romanini win World Cup 2-Man bobsled
• US defense secretary says effort to build bomb-resistant trucks for troops in Iraq moving fast
• On bloodiest day of protests, Kenya opposition vows to keep up pressure with strikes
• Backers of Confederate flag praise Huckabee in ad, criticize McCain, Romney
• Dutch prime minister appeals for respect in debate over lawmaker's film criticizing Quran
• US-House panel chairman: White House chart shows 473 days of no e-mail for some of its units
• CIA monitored Spain in 1970s for nuclear weapons development
• Bush calls for economic package worth about $145 billion
• Cuban elections _ no campaigns and little chance to voice dissent
• South Africa beats West Indies by 4 wickets in Twenty20 match
• Mexico predicts up to 3.3 percent growth, low inflation in 2007
• Obama debuts new Las Vegas act _ mocking Clinton with a political standup routine
• Relatives of rebel-held hostages to meet Chavez, seek help
• Bertazzo, Romanini win World Cup 2-Man bobsled
• Sicily's governor convicted; gets 5-year sentence in Palermo in Mafia probe
• Extremist group holds anti-crime rally in Hugnary, critics call it an attack on Gypsies
• Dates set for Clemens, McNamee interviews or depositions before Feb. 13 hearing
• Gibson Guitar merging with Danish audio company TC Group
• UN chief appoints actor George Clooney as a UN "Messenger of Peace"
• Ambac Financial Group downgraded; analysts say cities, banks could be at financial risk
• Chivas USA acquires Eskandarian from Real Salt Lake
• South Africa beats West Indies by 4 wickets in Twenty20 match
• Bomb-resistant trucks for troops in Iraq moving as quickly as possible, defense secretary says
• Oil prices rise after Bush plan, but only modestly due to persisting US economic concerns
• Laptop with personal details of recruits and applicants to Britain's armed forces stolen
• Pier Miranda Ferraro, tenor, 83, dies in Milan
• Economy at forefront as Democrats spar over Nevada, Republicans battle for South Carolina
• Cuban elections _ no campaigns and little chance to voice dissent
• Wall Street caps rough week with modest decline as stimulus plan fails draws little reaction
• Ex-NFL player Stubblefield pleads guilty in BALCO case
• Writers Guild to hold small awards ceremony in New York despite strike
• US agency urges global standard for biofuels to increase trade growth, keep energy prices down
• Gold futures end volatile week slightly higher after stimulus plan fails to console investors
• Gaborik getting more ice time after squaring off with Wild coach Lemaire
• US drug agency adds new precaution to contraceptive label
• On bloodiest day of protests, Kenya opposition vows to keep up pressure with strikes
• Holmes, member of Steel Curtain, dies in car wreck
• Dollar gets boost against euro, pound as stimulus plan fails to calm nervous investors
• Brazil to ask FIFA to reconsider ban on high-altitude games in Bolivia
• New England Revolution acquire defender Chris Albright from LA Galaxy
• Edwards, Clinton critical of Obama's praise for Reagan
• Quarterly earnings won't help turn around US market, but could provide clues about '08
• Backers of Confederate flag praise Huckabee in ad, criticize McCain, Romney
• Stocks cap rough week with relatively modest decline as stimulus plan draws little reaction
• Jones, Trinidad each promise to deliver early knockouts
• Baltimore Ravens hope John Harbaugh, their second choice, is first-rate
• Video probably won't help make Chris Bosh a NBA All-Star, but strong play should
• Shares in Canadian telecom company continue slide as investors fear sale could be in trouble
• Groups to press IOC to allow women's ski jumping in 2010 Olympics
• Leader of Nepal's former rebels says he will run in key election
• Geotagging: growing trend of labeling online photos with GPS data adds a new dimension
• Former chess champion Bobby Fischer dead at 64
• Laptop with personal details of recruits and applicants to Britain's armed forces stolen
• Bush fills Iran policy void before it opens as State Department exodus continues
• Bush urges speedy action on economic rescue package as big as $150 billion (euro102.2 billion)
• Tanner, Torito win World Cup freestyle events at Whiteface Mountain
• Baltimore Ravens hope John Harbaugh, their second choice, is first-rate
• Teacher abuse claims by girls' basketball players divide small US town
• Weibring takes early first-round lead in the season-opening MasterCard
• Lohan to visit county morgue as part of drunken driving sentence
• White House chart shows 473 days of no e-mail, including dates in CIA leak and Iraq probes
• Georgia Frontiere, Rams owner who moved team to St. Louis, dies
• NASA says new moon rocket has potentially dangerous shaking problem that could destroy vehicle
• EPA deletes large portions of documents turned over in Calif. greenhouse gas case
• Brown visits Olympic stadium, power station in Beijing before heading for Shanghai
• Relatives of rebel-held hostages discuss Colombia with Venezuela's Chavez
• Economic issues as forefront of US race as voters in Nevada and South Carolina head to polls
• Indicted New Orleans congressman linked to African diamond case
• `Borat' actor Sacha Baron Cohen wins Alabama suit over hit movie
• Gamez shoots 67 to move 1 shot ahead in Hope Classic
• Talks could resume next week between Hollywood writers and studios in effort to break impasse
• Brett Favre more careful, dangerous under coach Mike McCarthy
• EPA deletes large portions of documents turned over in California greenhouse gas case
• Writers Talks Could Resume Next Week
• Police Call Sutherland a Good Inmate
• No. 2 Kuznetsova loses to Radwanska at Australian Open
• Purtzer takes first-round lead in the season-opening MasterCard
• WHO: Mosquito-borne fever could spread across Asia, potentially reaching Europe, US
• US regulators approve drug etravirine after it shows effectiveness against HIV
• Chargers QB Rivers 'optimistic' he can play Patriots,
• Reports: Malaysian singer banned from TV shows for baring chest at live concert
• Another Open, another upset for Radwanska
• "Brady Bunch" actor Allan Melvin dies in Los Angeles at 84
• Doctor says Suharto has good chance of recovery as condition improves
• Trail Blazers rally to beat Heat 98-91, handing Miami its 12th straight loss
• Ishant Sharma dismisses Ponting as Australia chases massive Indian target
• Shadows cause problem with challenge system at Australia Open
• Sidney Crosby hurts ankle as Lightning beat Penguins 3-0
• Report: Britain looks to government aid to support Northern Rock private buyout
• On bloodiest day of protests, Kenya opposition vows to keep up pressure with strikes
• Bird flu kills Indonesian boy, raises death toll to 97
• Witnesses say Sean Combs shoved man at Los Angeles nightclub
• Heats gives up handy buffer to slump to 12th straight loss
• Gary Kemble quits as New Zealand national rugby league coach after player revolt
• No front-runner among Democrats or Republicans ahead of contests in Nevada, South Carolina
• Fresh from clashing with a reporter, Romney says journalists have a tough job
• Australia struggles in run chase and facing defeat against India
• Bangladesh government to free ex-Prime Minister for few hours for joining mother's funeral
• US women's soccer coach aims to defeat the Chinese players she coached just months ago
• Kirilenko closes game with junior rival Chakvetadze
• 3rd test: India wins by 72 runs
• Blake survives third round; Gonzalez joins Roddick on casualties queue
• Actress Mia Farrow visits Khmer Rouge prison, site of banned Darfur ceremony in Cambodia
• Hakuho remains in control at New Year sumo
• British government to announce plan on Northern Rock
• Brown visits Olympic stadium, power station in Beijing before heading for Shanghai
• Kenyan opposition calls boycott, strikes after days of violence
• Sri Lanka military: Fighting kills 35 Tamil rebels, 1 soldier in embattled north
• Lindsey Vonn provisional winner of World Cup downhill
• Bangladesh to free detained ex-Prime Minister for few hours to attend mother's funeral
• Japanese teenager posing as playboy arrested after spending spree at nightclub
• Party linked to ousted Thai prime minister unveils 6-party coalition government
• Major European ministers meet to discuss Kosovo
• Reports: China finds US$118 billion in misconduct at state banks; 177 managers fired
• Australia winning streak at an end as India triumphs in third test
• Vonn wins downhill in Cortina by large margin; Goetschl 5th
• Indian health authorities slaughter poultry in attempt to curb bird flu outbreak
• Pakistan security forces arrest teen suspect in Bhutto's assassination, officials say
• US energy secretary calls on OPEC to boost oil production
• Brown shifts focus of China trip to environment, offering British support
• Didier Cuche provisional winner of men's World Cup downhill race
• Visiting US actress Mia Farrow says she's 'bewildered' by Cambodian ban on Darfur ceremony
• Federer survives scare from No. 49 Tipsarevic to reach 4th round
• British government to announce plan on Northern Rock
• Blake wins 5-setter in 2nd Grand Slam in a row
• Australian Open seeds fared
• Didier Cuche wins men's World Cup downhill race
• Japan's Hasebe signs for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga
• Report: Bobby Fischer had hoped for one last chess tournament
• Women's match goes ahead despite request to postpone
• Kenyan opposition calls boycott, strikes after days of violence
• No front-runner among Democrats or Republicans ahead of contests in Nevada, South Carolina
• Pakistan security forces arrest teenage suspect in Bhutto assassination: officials
• Bangladesh releases detained ex-prime minister for few hours to attend mother's funeral
• Keegan ends rift with Owen by naming him Newcastle captain for first match back in charge
• Bloodied Kenyan opposition calls for another day of peaceful rallies
• New outbreaks of bird flu confirmed in eastern India
• Spanish minister: 14 terror suspects arrested may have planned Barcelona attack
• Pakistan security forces arrest 15-year-old suspect in Bhutto's assassination: officials
• Vonn wins in Cortina and takes torch from Goetschl as circuit's pre-eminent downhiller
• Sidelines
• Hurricanes rout Oilers for first win of New Year
• Miami loses twelfth consecutive game
• Senegal could spring surprise in Nations Cup
• India's victory ends Australia's winning streak
• Federer rattled as top seeds tumble at Open
• Spread of mussels, gobies seen contributing to death of birds
• Speed alone can't save the cheetah
• Evidence mounts against hormone therapy for women
• Electroshock revived as valid treatment
• Ghana sees soccer fest lifting image and Tourism
• In Brief
• Bush's proposed economic stimulus plan fails to prevent U.S. stocks from slipping
• U.S. dollar gets boost against euro, pound as investors remain nervous
• Slovak central bank chief tries to quell anti-euro sentiment
• Air China's parent bids for stake in China Eastern
• Venture capital investments climb to 6-year high of US$29.4b
• U.S. agency urges standardization of biofuel production
• Report says UK government might sell off Northern Rock loan bonds
• Bush promotes U.S. economic package
• Drama teacher helps students look outside their own world
• Norwegian concert pianist takes his music to the world stage
• In Brief
• Whalers, protesters set for Antarctic showdown
• Hawaiian lands dispute settled after 100 years
• Kenya opposition vows to start economic strikes
• U.N. chief voices concern over Gaza lockdown, violence
• That Ferrari might run on vegetable oil someday
• Morales taking Chavez's path
• In Brief
• Western media curious about Taiwanese political talk shows
• Tropical seed bank opens in Pingtung
• Investments from Canada seen increasing in 2007
• Fourth company recalls globes that show Taiwan as part of China
• MOFA says Taiwan-Honduras ties still stable
• Cross-strait ties to improve, Hsu predicts
• German wins RTI speech contest
• Climate change scientists say Taiwan is getting hotter, drier
• Premier Chang urges tea farmers not to disclose expertise to China
• Golden tags stolen from Matsu temple
• Ma supporters hold charity event to recruit more members
• Record numbers optimistic over China ties, poll shows
• Wu, Ma agree to offer convener seats in Legislature to DPP
• KMT plans straw vote for deputy speaker post
• Thaksin-backed party unveils coalition government
• Teen reportedly arrested in Bhutto murder
• Chen backs idea of CEO premier, local media say
• Peruvian novelist Vargas Llosa hospitalized briefly in Lima
• Pakistan security forces arrest 15-year-old suspect in Bhutto's assassination
• Prommegger and Sauerbreij win World Cup parallel giant slalom races
• US diplomat urges better Georgian democracy, hints opposition should accept vote
• Nevada, South Carolina contests likely to winnow Republican field; top Dems face off in Nevada
• Federer survives scare, Hewitt scrapes into 4th round
• Celtic beats Kilmarnock 1-0 to move within 1 point of SPL leader Rangers
• Romney wins Nevada Republican caucuses
• Bjorn Ferry wins his first biathlon World Cup event in 12.5K pursuit
• Romney wins Nevada Republican caucuses
• Lorient beats Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in French league after own goal
• Wotherspoon, Wolf lead in standings after day 1 of speedskating sprint worlds
• French division 2 player revived with defibrillator during match
• Bloodied Kenyan opposition calls for another day of peaceful rallies
• Romney wins Nevada Republican caucuses
• Major European ministers meet to discuss Kosovo
• Keegan's Newcastle return ends in drab scoreless draw
• Genoa defeats Atalanta in Serie A match as Borriello scores 11th goal
• AEK beats Atromitos 1-0 to retain lead in Greek league
• From Las Vegas strip to Cowboy Bar, Nevadans caucus
• Sundance Film Festival founder Robert Redford welcomes new filmmakers
• Italian Soccer Summaries
• English Premier League Scoring Leaders
• English Soccer Summaries
• Manchester United keeps Premier League lead after late win; Arsenal also on 54 points
• Brazil confirms 8th death from yellow fever
• English Soccer Capsules
• Report: Ailing Sears Holdings to break into separate units as 4Q forecast to miss estimates
• Zubkov, Upperton win World Cup bobsled doubles races
• Analysis: McCain, Huckabee seek momentum in South Carolina; Romney piles up delegates
• At 60, horror writer Stephen King accepts that he is no longer middle-aged
• Keegan's Newcastle return ends in drab scoreless draw
• Romney wins Nevada caucuses; McCain, Huckabee duel for edge in South Carolina
• Romney wins Nevada caucuses; Clinton leads Obama
• Kingsley, Mary-Kate Olsen hook up in Sundance Film Festival entry 'The Wackness'
• Contra's injury-time winner leads Getafe over Sevilla 3-2 in Spanish league
• Analysis: McCain, Huckabee seek momentum in South Carolina; Romney piles up delegates
• Lorient beats Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in French league after own goal
• Fiorentina beats Torino, Genoa defeats Atalanta in Serie A matches
• Italian Scoring Leaders
• Italian Soccer Summaries
• Bordeaux beats Le Mans 2-1 to keep pressure on leader Lyon
• Canada will rewrite manual that named U.S. as country where prisoners risk possible torture
• From Las Vegas strip to Cowboy Bar, Nevadans caucus
• Chagaev beats Skelton in one-sided defense of WBA heavyweight title
• Bitter cold does not keep car fans from flocking to opening day of Motor City's auto show
• Chagaev beats Skelton in one-sided defense of WBA heavyweight title
• Villarreal trounces Valencia 3-0; Getafe scores last-minute winner in 3-2 win over Sevilla
• Chavez warns he could take control of Venezuelan banks that fail to finance agriculture
• Spanish Scoring Leaders
• Bedroom chic is the rage as Paris menswear shows hit a casual note
• Chavez threatens to take control of Venezuelan banks that fail to finance agriculture
• Analysis: McCain, Huckabee seek momentum in South Carolina; Romney piles up delegates
• Bloomberg travels to California to deliver harsh assessment of Washington
• Keegan's Newcastle return ends in drab scoreless draw
• Chavez threatens to take control of Venezuelan banks that fail to finance agriculture
• GM CEO wants faster consolidation of dealerships; network reduced 7 percent over 2 years
• Clinton, Romney win Nevada caucuses
• British PM Brown heads to India on Asian tour aimed at boosting economic ties
• Come back to Louisiana, Britney's hometown neighbors say: 'We'll get her right again'
• Joyon beats MacArthur's around-the-world sailing record, finishing in 57 days
• Clinton, Romney win Nevada caucuses
• Chavez threatens to take control of Venezuelan banks that fail to finance agriculture
• Saakashvili to be sworn in to new term in Georgia after disputed election
• Joyon beats MacArthur's around-the-world sailing record, finishing in 57 days
• Clinton, Obama split Nevada spoils; Romney wins state; McCain, Huckabee duel in South Carolina
• Bloodied Kenyan opposition calls for another day of peaceful rallies
• Liberian ex-rebel leader confesses to killing thousands
• BJ Penn wins UFC lightweight title at third attempt in northeast England
• Analysis: Bitter Democratic fight in Nevada puts focus on South Carolina
• In wake of Afghanistan and Iraq, a new generation of homeless veterans emerges
• Leonard in front, going for second Hope Classic title
• Opposition Republicans win most votes in Faeroe Islands, but coalition keeps majority
• Kansans find more than fame for telling Holocaust hero's story
• Analysis: McCain, Huckabee seek momentum in South Carolina; Romney piles up delegates
• Mexican housing markets boom despite US crisis
• Some feel solidarity, but music industry frustrated that writers' strike may derail Grammys
• Chagaev experience proves too much for Skelton in defense of WBA heavyweight title
• Texas mayor charged in connection with taking neighbors' pet; her lawyer says she loves dog
• Chavez threatens to seize Venezuelan banks that don't finance agriculture
• Cuban parliamentary elections could shed light on Fidel Castro's future
• Obama donates money from contributors linked to indicted Chicago developer
• Leonard in front, going for second Hope Classic title
• Clinton, Obama split Nevada spoils; Romney wins state; McCain, Huckabee duel in South Carolina
• High-5s for Federer, Hewitt, Blake at Australian Open
• High-5s for Federer, Hewitt, Blake at Australian Open
• Analysis: McCain's South Carolina victory may have set him on course
• Chagaev experience proves too much for Skelton in defense of WBA heavyweight title
• McCain wins South Carolina primary among US Republican presidential hopefuls
• Republican McCain wins South Carolina primary; Obama, Clinton split Nevada
• Knicks send Heat to 13th straight loss, longest of Riley's career, with 88-84 win
• Analysis: McCain's South Carolina victory may have set him on course
• Doyle shoots 66 to take second-round lead over Funk at MasterCard
• Henin wins easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin wins easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin wins easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin wins easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Donovan, Robinson score to give U.S. 2-0 win over Sweden
• Weather forecast for the Asia-Pacific region
• Knicks send Heat to 13th straight loss, longest of Riley's career, with 88-84 win
• Kobasew scores 2, and Bruins rally to beat Rangers 4-3 in another shootout
• Henin, Sharapova advance in quick time after long, long night at Australian Open
• Henin, Sharapova advance in quick time after long, long night at Australian Open
• Malaysia cuts reliance on foreign labor, to send home 200,000 workers
• Attorney: Suzanne Pleshette, best known as 'Newhart's' wife, dies in Los Angeles at age 70
• Utah State's Robinson leads West past East in Shrine Game
• Kenya's John Kelai retains Mumbai Marathon title
• Kenya's John Kelai retains Mumbai Marathon title
• Steve Molitor retains IBF title with unanimous decision over Castillo
• Attorney: Suzanne Pleshette, best known as 'Newhart's' wife, dies in Los Angeles at age 70
• Roy Jones wins one-sided decision over Felix Trinidad in non-title bout
• Mia Farrow faces off with Cambodian police, blocked from genocide ceremony
• Republican McCain wins South Carolina primary; Obama, Clinton split Nevada
• Bruins beat hapless Rangers in shootout
• Henin, Sharapova win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin, Sharapova win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Bloodied Kenyan opposition calls for another day of peaceful rallies
• Beijing admits "arduous" task to clean air for Olympics
• Beijing admits "arduous" task to clean air for Olympics
• Long matches play havoc with schedule, spark criticism of Australian Open scheduling
• Knicks rally to beat stone-cold Heat, who lose 13 straight
• Henin, Sharapova and Williams win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin, Sharapova and Williams win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Australian Open seeds fared
• Australian Open Show Court Schedule
• India drops Dravid and Ganguly for one-day series
• India drops Dravid and Ganguly for one-day series
• North Korea's population increases, official news agency says, amid economic woes
• Republican McCain wins South Carolina primary; Obama, Clinton split Nevada
• Tsonga and Gasquet put close friendship on hold for fourth-round match
• Tsonga and Gasquet put close friendship on hold for fourth-round match
• Renewed fighting after bloodied Kenyan opposition calls for another day of peaceful rallies
• Pakistan banks on inexperienced pace bowlers against Zimbabwe
• Saakashvili sworn in to new term in Georgia after disputed election
• Former Bruin Prpic a force on the ice in Japan
• Former Bruin Prpic a force on the ice in Japan
• Taiwan plans for Cabinet reshuffle following opposition win in legislative elections
• Davydenko says fellow Russian's style left him too tired to win
• Hakuho remains in control at New Year sumo
• Hakuho remains in control at New Year sumo
• John Stewart, former Kingston Trio member, dead at 68
• Henin, Sharapova win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Henin, Sharapova win easy, but sun almost rises on others at Australian Open
• Thailand's newly elected parliament to convene after legislative body's 2-year absence
• Barge hits sunken replica of 17th-century warship in the Mississippi, halting traffic
• Jean-Baptiste Grange leads men's World Cup slalom after first leg
• Anti-Quran film expected to test the limits of Dutch tolerance
• US beats China 1-0 to win championship of the Four Nations Tournament
• US beats China 1-0 to win championship of the Four Nations Tournament
• Janne Ahonen wins World Cup ski jumping meet
• Frenzel wins his first Nordic combined World Cup meet
• Mia Farrow faces off with Cambodian police, blocked from genocide ceremony
• Taiwan flag banned at Women's World Cup of Golf at China's insistence
• Ethnic fighting again breaks out in Kenya following election protests
• Saakashvili sworn in to new term in Georgia after disputed election
• Australian Open Show Court Schedule
• Pakistan security forces question 15-year-old suspect in Bhutto's assassination
• Central Coast claims top spot in A-League ahead of playoffs
• Central Coast claims top spot in A-League ahead of playoffs
• Holaus provisionally wins women's World Cup Super-G
• British PM Brown arrives in India on Asian tour aimed at boosting economic ties
• Birds killed in India to curb new outbreaks of bird flu
• South Africa puts West Indies in to bat in first one-dayer
• Australian Open seeds fared
• Malaysia's PM vows to reduce poverty among ethnic Indians
• Nadal through easily along with Henin, Sharapova
• Nadal through easily along with Henin, Sharapova
• Pakistan security forces question 15-year-old suspect in Bhutto's assassination
• Holaus wins warm Super-G for first World Cup victory
• Former Czech President Vaclav Havel hospitalized with irregular heartbeat
• Indonesia's Suharto making amazing recovery, doctors say
• Linchpin of stolen body parts probe in U.S. to plead guilty, could bolster lawsuits
• Spain investigates 14 terror suspects arrested over Barcelona explosives
• US beats China 1-0 to win championship of the Four Nations Tournament
• US beats China 1-0 to win championship of the Four Nations Tournament
• Saakashvili sworn in to new term in Georgia after disputed election
• Reports: Dubai-based DIC set to mount takeover bid for American-owned Liverpool
• Ethnic fighting again breaks out in Kenya following election protests
• Jean-Baptiste Grange wins World Cup slalom, Bode Miller takes combined title
• Philippines wins Women's World Cup over South Korea
• Ethnic fighting again breaks out in Kenya following election protests
• Joyon beats MacArthur's around-the-world sailing record, finishing in 57 days
• Indonesia's Suharto making "amazing recovery," doctors say
• Analysis: As races begin to bring clarity, image of Republican campaign is constantly changing
• Cuban parliamentary elections could shed light on Fidel Castro's future
• Jean-Baptiste Grange wins World Cup slalom, Bode Miller takes combined title
• Frenzel, Ackermann dominate Nordic combined World Cup meet
• Holaus wins warm Super-G for first World Cup victory
• Analysis: Momentum shifts to Clinton as South Carolina looms
• Janne Ahonen wins World Cup ski jumping meet
• Republican McCain wins South Carolina primary; Clinton, Romney take Nevada
• Kaymer holds on to win Abu Dhabi Golf Championship by four strokes
• Pakistan pounds militant positions in extremist stronghold
• Jean-Baptiste Grange wins World Cup slalom, Bode Miller takes combined title
• Zimbabwe, Zambia suffer nationwide power outage as anger grows in South Africa
• Vincent Margera, MTV's 'Don Vito,' gets 2 years probation for cocaine possession
• Pakistan pounds militant positions in extremist stronghold
• Philippines wins Women's World Cup of Golf over South Korea
• Kipsiro nips world champion Tadesse at Italica International Cross Country meet
• Health secretary sees continued divide between parties on health care in 2008
• Holaus wins warm Super-G for first World Cup victory; Mancuso 2nd
• Bode Miller has finally something to cheer about at famous Hahnenkamm races
• Turkmenistan's president lifts ban on operas, circuses
• Johnson, Lescott score in Everton's 2-1 win at Wigan in Premier League
• Sammy scores 51 to lead West Indies to 175 in rain-reduced match against South Africa
• British PM Brown in India on Asian tour aimed at boosting economic ties
• Several movie stars expected to show up at next month's Berlin Film Festival
• Brown defends private sale negotiations on Northern Rock
• TAITRA pitches Taiwan ICT products at 2008 Consumer Electronics Show
• iPhone popularity brings HTC brilliant financial performance
• CIECA holds symposium aimed at EU investment
• Joyon sails round world in record time
• Excitement grows ahead of African Cup opener
• Henin, Sharapova advance in quick time at Open
• Sidelines
• Rhapsodic media salute India's "greatest" Test win
• Didier Cuche wins downhill overshadowed by bad crash
• Leonard moves four ahead in Classic
• Villarreal move up to third spot
• Newcastle face tough times ahead, admits Keegan after poor display
• Bruins rally to beat Rangers
• Yao inspires Houston to beat San Antonio
• Maersk improves booking service
• NYK, WISCO ink long-term pact
• OOCL voluntarily agrees to cut air pollution in two U.S. ports
• Kalmar E-One+ wins customers
• YML to get 5 new ships
• Upswing in dry bulker mart boosts MOL's performance
• Maersk restructures to drive new strategy
• Singapore hotels expected to see continuing growth
• Following Europe's lead, Japan taps offshore wind for power
• Macronix reports December net sales
• TNS given 10-year extension of TV & radio business licence in China
• National Geographic Channel to premiere "Smart Tunnel"
• Estee Lauder announces launch of 2008 skin whitening solution
• Burgary Hotel offers special rate for lovers
• McDigi toys now at McDonalds
• Miramar presents New Year feast
• In Brief
• Myanmar found auctioning gems, jades despite calls for boycott
• China exporters eyeing U.S. kosher market
• Sears to appoint leaders for each business unit
• Many Chinese feel pain as Beijing revalues yuan
• U.S. slowdown may drag India software sector down, analysts warn
• Malaysia to cut reliance on foreign labor
• Chavez threatens to seize banks that don't finance agriculture
• Music industry frustrated that strike may derail Grammys
• 'Runaway groom' ties the knot on 6th attempt
• Red-light district in Amsterdam gets a makeover
• Study finds volcano exploded under Antarctic icesheet
• In Brief
• More UK immigrants seen 'Anglicizing' their names
• Stephen King voices support for Obama
• Kentwood residents say troubled singer should return home
• Iraq's Al-Maliki faces growing discontent
• New models for tourism development
• In Brief
• Liberian ex-rebel leader confesses to killing thousands
• U.S. says Chavez creating haven for drug trade
• Indian bird flu spreads as farmers resist cull order
• Pakistan on high alert for Ashura holiday
• Hsieh can win in comeback
• Agency to tighten measures on Chinese toys
• Officials deny President Chen plans to visit Spratly islands
• Taiwan feels the squeeze as PRC pushes into Africa
• Taiwan reportedly planning to ship nuclear waste to France
• In Brief
• Foreign spouses seen taking up 18% of marriages in '07
• Report ranks Taiwan 30th in tourism competitiveness
• Chinese demand Taiwan flag removed at Women's World Cup of Golf
• EU top official optimistic about Taiwan-EU relations
• Former DPP chairman calls for cross-strait talks
• Ma reveals little on Cabinet reshuffle plan
• MAC denies jurisdiction to revoke refugee permit
• FSC chairman says election will not stop financial reform
• McCain wins South Carolina primary; Obama, Clinton split Nevada
• Hsieh makes Taiwan history at Australian Open
• EETO announces plans to establish new EU Center
• DPP opposes electoral recess for Legislature
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• Ethnic fighting again breaks out in Kenya following election protests
• Republican McCain and Democrat Clinton move ahead in race for White House
• Lee, Wolf win speedskating sprint world championships
• Key Democratic senator says party open to business tax breaks if stimulus plan balanced
• Milan wins on late Gilardino goal; Roma also victorious
• Zimbabwe, Zambia suffer nationwide power outage as anger grows in South Africa
• Foray back into journalism a personal topic for California's first lady
• Pakistan pounds militant positions in extremist stronghold
• South Africa beats West Indies by 6 wickets, Duminy hits undefeated 79
• Everton's 2-1 win over Wigan moves it into fourth; City draws with West Ham
• Obama calls for unity to heal divisions while acknowledging "none of our hands are clean"
• Health secretary sees continued divide on health care in 2008
• Llorente scores after 8 seconds to lead Valladolid over Espanyol 2-1 in Spanish league
• Historic marker dedicated for Janis Joplin's childhood home in Port Arthur, Texas
• Everton's 2-1 win over Wigan moves it into fourth; City draws with West Ham
• Joyon beats MacArthur's around-the-world sailing record, finishing in 57 days
• Serbia presidential election overshadowed by Kosovo, relations with West
• Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks denies reports of club sale or takeover
• Flander, Neururer win final World Cup parallel slalom race
• Olympiakos beats OFI 1-0 in Greek league
• Chavez threatens to expropriate farms, milk plants if owners refuse to sell locally
• Chavez threatens to expropriate farms, milk plants if owners refuse to sell locally
• Obama calls for unity to heal divisions while acknowledging "none of our hands are clean"
• Clubmates clash when Nigeria plays Ivory Coast at African Cup of Nations
• Raul scores after 33 seconds to help lead Real Madrid over neighbor Atletico Madrid 2-0
• Janins Minins wins 4-man bobsled world cup race
• Leading Democratic senator says limiting stimulus to those who pay income tax is unfair
• Chavez: Uribe fit to be mafia boss, not president of Colombia
• Nice beats Nancy 1-0 in French league
• Analysis: Momentum shifts to Clinton as South Carolina looms
• Bausch & Lomb to acquire California medical device company eyeonics, inc.
• Chavez threatens to take over farms, milk plants if owners refuse to sell locally
• Obama appeals for unity at King's church, Clinton gets Harlem church leader's endorsement
• Muntari scores late to give Ghana 2-1 win over Guinea in African Cup opener
• John Stewart, who wrote 'Daydream Believer,' dead at 68
• Chaotic and contentious Republican presidential race turns to Florida
• Review: Two decades later, Hockney happy with staging of Wagner's `Tristan und Isolde'
• Cubans chooses new parliament that could determine Fidel Castro's future
• Jordan's king tells Israel, Palestinians to seize peace moment, stop Gaza violence
• Ultranationalist leads in Serbia's presidential vote, but runoff likely
• Analysis: Momentum shifts to Clinton as South Carolina looms
• Inter beats Parma with 2 late goals from Ibrahimovic
• Just call him 'Marty:' Georgia man with famous moniker humble on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Suzanne Pleshette, known as 'Newhart's' wife, dies in Los Angeles
• Lens scores trio in second half, tops league-leading Lyon 3-0 to end skid
• For Josh Groban, Sundance festival is something to sing about
• Early Raul goal helps Real Madrid over crosstoown rival Atletico 2-0
• Adriano held scoreless in Sao Paulo's 1-0 win over Rio Preto
• Los Angeles Times fires editor in dispute over budget cuts
• Lights, camera and a different kind of action: Wounded Marines get training for film careers
• Pleshette, best known as wife in 'Newhart,' dies, days before Walk of Fame star ceremony
• Japan's main stock index down 2.53 pct in early trade
• Zimbabwe, Zambia suffer nationwide power outage as anger grows in South Africa
• Residents say several Kenyans beaten, hacked to death with machetes as violence flares
• Chavez: Uribe fit to be mafia boss, not president of Colombia
• British PM Brown to meet Indian leaders; pledges US$1.6 billion for country's development
• McCain targeted in Florida by Republicans; Democrats speak of unity ahead of South Carolina
• Toluca opens with 2-1 victory; Chivas extends unbeaten streak against Pumas
• Japnese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• Japnese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• Taiwanese shy away from president's push toward independence, as presidential poll looms
• Indonesia's Suharto making 'miraculous' recovery, doctors say
• Wide range of U.S. women get abortions, finances are often a factor
• Brown University to make historical panorama available on the Internet
• Kabul's war-torn old city being cleaned up and restored to some of its former splendor
• Roark takes women's World Cup moguls event, Begg-Smith won men's
• Thailand's newly elected parliament to convene after 2-year hiatus
• Lebanese presidential vote again postponed as Arab League chief fails to break deadlock
• U2 members see their own concert, thanks to 3D film; Bono jokes, 'It's kind of horrific'
• Cubans chooses new parliament that could determine Fidel Castro's future
• No. 4 Ivanovic reaches quarterfinals at Australian Open
• Japanese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• Japanese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• China Eastern's Hong Kong-listed shares suspended as rival Air China prepares bid
• China Eastern's Hong Kong-listed shares suspended as rival Air China prepares bid
• Japanese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• Japanese stocks fall on jitters over US economy
• China's real estate sector facing cutbacks as once-sizzling property markets cool
• China's real estate sector facing cutbacks as once-sizzling property markets cool
• Voters elect new parliament that could reveal Castro's political future
• Daniel Day-Lewis calls 10-year-old newcomer 'remarkable' in "There Will Be Blood"
• Air China parent bids US$1.9 billion for stake in China Eastern
• Air China parent bids US$1.9 billion for stake in China Eastern
• Thailand's newly elected parliament to convene after 2-year hiatus
• As celebrities get younger, should obituaries keep pace?
• John Stewart, who wrote 'Daydream Believer,' dead at 68
• North Korea delays railway talks with South Korea, citing preparations
• Unusually heavy snow brings chaos to China roads ahead of Lunar New Year travel spike
• Oil rises near US$91 a barrel as OPEC seen likely to resist pressure to increase output
• Los Angeles Times fires editor in dispute over budget cuts
• Venus joins sister Sererna in Australian Open quarterfinals
• Beijing police official says working to ensure safe Olympics
• Asian economies, less dependent on US, seen weathering possible US recession
• Asian economies, less dependent on US, seen weathering possible US recession
• Shanghai court upholds tycoon's 16-year prison sentence for corruption
• Weather forecast for the Asia-Pacific region
• Hong Kong's stock index falls 3.1 percent after Wall Street unimpressed by US stimulus package
• Hong Kong's stock index falls 3.1 percent after Wall Street unimpressed by US stimulus package
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Assistant: Johnnie To's new film 'Sparrow' in post-production, to be ready for Berlin festival
• Stoudemire leads 6 in double figures, Suns rout Nets 116-92
• Americans abroad can now vote online in the Democratic primary election
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Asian markets sink amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.4 percent
• Hong Kong's stock index falls after Wall Street unimpressed by US stimulus package
• Hong Kong's stock index falls after Wall Street unimpressed by US stimulus package
• India's benchmark stock index drops 3.6 percent in early trading
• India's benchmark stock index drops 3.6 percent in early trading
• Boston tops New York 3-1, sweeps pair of weekend games from Rangers
• Rachel Rosales and TK Erwin win twelfth edition of 'The Amazing Race'
• Asian economies, less dependent on US, seen weathering possible US recession
• Asian economies, less dependent on US, seen weathering possible US recession
• Oscar Noms Arrive, but Will Show Go On?
• California Couple Wins 'Amazing Race'
• Venus joins sister Sererna in Australian Open quarterfinals
• Funk birdies final 2 holes to win season-opening MasterCard
• California Couple Wins 'Amazing Race'
• Obama steps up effort to correct misconception that he's a Muslim
• Air China parent bids US$1.9 billion for stake in China Eastern
• Air China parent bids US$1.9 billion for stake in China Eastern
• Japan's main stock index plunges 3.9 percent on US recession concerns
• Japan's main stock index plunges 3.9 percent on US recession concerns
• China Coal Energy moves ahead with IPO, plans trading debut in Shanghai for Feb. 1
• China Coal Energy moves ahead with IPO, plans trading debut in Shanghai for Feb. 1
• China says foreign direct investment rose to US$83B in 2007 amid export boom
• China says foreign direct investment rose to US$83B in 2007 amid export boom
• India's benchmark stock index slips more than 2 percent
• India's benchmark stock index slips more than 2 percent
• Australian prime minister announces plan to curb 'pressing challenge' of inflation
• North Korea delays railway talks with South Korea, citing preparations
• Thai Airways objects to steamy Thai soap opera about flight attendants
• Zimbabwe wins toss, elects to field against Pakistan
• Los Angeles Times fires editor in dispute over budget cuts
• Japan's Nikkei drops 3.9 percent on pessimism that US stimulus package will lift economy
• Japan's Nikkei drops 3.9 percent on pessimism that US stimulus package will lift economy
• Blind Seal Ready for L.A. Zoo Visitors
• South Korean stocks fall amid US recession worries, regional declines
• McCain targeted in Florida by Republicans; Democrats speak of unity ahead of South Carolina
• Ivanovic to play Williams, again, in another Grand Slam
• Blind seal once quarantined at Los Angeles zoo ready to meet with visitors
• Voting blocs that made winners of Clinton, McCain may not be enough to win coming contests
• Oscar nominations arrive, but will show go on amid writers strike?
• Beating death prompts rare statement condemning abuses in China municipal security force
• Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.9 percent
• Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Japan's Nikkei tumbles 3.9 percent
• Nissan hopes new offerings will maintain momentum in US sales despite problem-ridden market
• Nissan hopes new offerings will maintain momentum in US sales despite problem-ridden market
• 'Cloverfield' Sets January Movie Record
• Britain's Treasury announce financing plans for private Northern Rock sale
• China shares fall on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• China shares fall on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• Dollar rises versus yen as importers buy the unit; euro falls on worry over outlook for Europe
• Dollar rises versus yen as importers buy the unit; euro falls on worry over outlook for Europe
• Federer, Blake to meet in quarterfinals; Venus joins sister Serena in last 8
• Thai Airways Objects to Steamy Thai Soap
• China shares fall on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• China shares fall on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• U2 Concert Film Debuts in 3D at Sundance
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• Ultranationalist leads Serbian presidential vote but runoff necessary
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 5.2 percent
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 5.2 percent
• Nissan says sales outlook for US looks tough amid possible slowdown, stronger yen
• Nissan says sales outlook for US looks tough amid possible slowdown, stronger yen
• Celebrities in China face heftier fines for having more than one child
• Philips' fourth-quarter earnings double on sale of stakes, growth
• Hong Kong's stock index plunges 5.5 percent on doubts about US economic stimulus package
• Hong Kong's stock index plunges 5.5 percent on doubts about US economic stimulus package
• Hantuchova caps comeback with Grand Slam quarterfinal
• U2 members see their own performance, thanks to 3-D film; Bono jokes, 'It's kind of horrific'
• China shares plunge on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• China shares plunge on jitters over IPOs, uncertainty over global economy
• Oil drops below US$90 a barrel as concern over US outlook drives down Asian markets
• Euro falls vs US dollar
• Bomb destroys car after Lebanese presidential election postponed
• A Boy for Chris Noth and Girlfriend
• Ivanovic, Williams win to set up rematch from U.S. Open
• California Couple Wins 'Amazing Race'
• California Couple Wins 'Amazing Race'
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 8.7 percent amid regional sell-off,
• Hong Kong's stock index falls after Wall Street unimpressed by US stimulus package
• Germany's WestLB bank expects 2007 net loss of euro1 billion
• Government: Singapore state funds see recent investments in major banks as valuable
• Girlfriend of 'Sex and the City' and 'Law & Order' star Chris Noth gives birth to a boy
• Kenya government says opposition boycott plan is sabotage and illegal
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 10.85 percent
• A Boy for Chris Noth and Girlfriend
• Colombian president asking for French help for medical mission for hostages
• Beating death prompts rare statement condemning abuses in China municipal security force
• President-elect's party submits plan to lawmakers to scrap SKorean unification ministry
• Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; India's Sensex falls 10.9 percent
• SKorean prosecutors open probe on leaked document related to spy chief's visit to North
• Romanian president accuses justice minister of hampering corruption investigation
• Bird flu claims more backyard chickens as outbreaks spreads in eastern India
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 7.1 percent amid worries about US economy
• Singapore state funds see stakes in Western banks as 'good long-term investments,' govt says
• Maria Riesch wins World Cup super-G race on Olympia delle Tofane course
• Malaysian lawyer says he was drunk when he claimed he had rigged judicial appointments
• Ghana defender Pantsil fully recovered from head injury, says team doctor
• Chinese insurer Ping An to raise US$22 billion with share, bond sale to finance expansion
• Thai Airways objects to steamy Thai soap opera about flight attendants
• Pakistan's Musharraf commits to democracy, fight against terror at start of European tour
• Jamshed impresses on debut as Pakistan pile up big total
• Danish government postpones DONG Energy initial public offer
• Sanyo to sell mobile phone unit to Kyocera
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• Man United manager Alex Ferguson denies offensive gesture was aimed at Reading fans
• PCB takes insurance cover against financial losses Australia pulls out of tour
• Thailand's newly elected parliament convenes after 2-year hiatus
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 7.4 percent on worries about US economy
• Lachlan Murdoch announces US$2.9 billion bid for Australian media firm
• Vivienne Tam designs outfits for Mickey, Minnie for Hong Kong Disneyland
• Ultranationalist leads Serbian presidential race ahead of runoff
• California Couple Wins 'Amazing Race'
• Federer, Blake in Australian Open quarterfinals
• Oil drops below US$90 a barrel as concern over US outlook drives down stock markets
• US says more world pressure needed on Myanmar, claims regime refuses to move forward
• Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Indian index tumbles 7.4 percent
• Riesch wins super-G for first victory of World Cup season
• Kenyan government says opposition boycott plan is sabotage and illegal
• Lohan, Murphy lead nominations for Razzies, recognizing Hollywood's worst of 2007
• US dollar mostly up, gold down in European trading
• IOC picks Singapore and Moscow as finalists in bidding for 2010 Youth Olympics
• `Ratatouille,' `Once' take top honors in Golden Tomato Awards for well-reviewed films
• '24' Star Sutherland Released From Jail
• Reports: Brazil's CVRD may buy Xtrata for as much as US$90 billion
• Air China parent bids US$1.9 billion for stake in China Eastern
• '24' star Kiefer Sutherland released from jail after serving 48 days on drunken driving charge
• Ahmadinejad loses battle over gas budget legislation amid growing discontent
• Chinese bank shares fall sharply on reports lenders facing possible subprime writedowns
• Deutsche Bahn buys operator of Chiltern Railways
• Jailed British rocker Gary Glitter hospitalized in Vietnam for diarrhea, irregular heart
• Lohan, Murphy Lead Razzie Worst-Of Noms
• Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan; Indian index tumbles 7.4 percent
• `Ratatouille' Scores Golden Tomato Award
• Trash czar presents Naples plan; environment minister faces confidence vote over crisis
• Vivienne Tam Designs Outfits for Mickey
• Tottenham, Arsenal meet for place in League Cup final with wildly different ambitions
• McCain targeted in Florida by Republicans; Democrats speak of unity ahead of South Carolina
• Chinese bank shares fall sharply on reports lenders facing possible subprime writedowns
• Obama steps up effort to correct misconception that he is Muslim
• Ferrer outlasts Ferrero in all-Spanish slugfest to reach first Australian Open quarters
• Climate change will cause more disasters, says Red Cross federation in annual appeal
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 7.4 percent on worries about US economy
• It took three tries, but Tynes finally sends Giants to Super Bowl
• Russian elections commission registers Medvedev as presidential candidate
• Branson's Virgin Group seeks approval to launch domestic airline in India
• Reports: SKorean investigators raid Samsung-affiliated amusement park amid slush fund probe
• Djokovic beats Hewitt in 4th round
• Ahmadinejad loses battle over gas budget legislation amid growing discontent
• London's FTSE-100 index down 230.7 points at 5,671.0
• Riesch wins super-G for first victory of World Cup season
• Virgin's Richard Branson says Northern Rock financing package "workable"
• EU countries slow in opening up services markets to cross-border competition
• Philips' fourth-quarter earnings double on sale of stakes, growth
• McCain targeted in Florida by Republicans; Democrats speak of unity ahead of South Carolina
• Catalan Socialist senator elected new president of Council of Europe's parliamentary assembly
• Mittal family to make US$935 million from ArcelorMittal's 2008 share dividends
• Euro finance ministers to meet amid high inflation, uncertain prospects
• Alonso waits out fog to test drive 2008 Renault R28 at Cheste
• US energy secretary says OPEC should raise crude oil output at Feb. 1 meeting
• '24' star Kiefer Sutherland released from jail after serving 48 days on drunken driving charge
• Reports: SKorean investigators raid Samsung-affiliated amusement park amid slush fund probe
• Heavy snow blamed for 15 deaths, travel chaos in China ahead of New Year travel spike
• German, Chinese foreign ministers to meet as ties recover from Dalai Lama's Berlin visit
• Ukraine's president wants faster preparations for 2012 European Championship
• Reports: Brazil's CVRD may buy Xstrata miner for as much as US$90 billion
• EU, U.S. trade chiefs say climate change goals should not block foreign trade
• Bordeaux challenging Lyon for French title
• England lock Simon Shaw could miss start of Six Nations after damaging his ankle
• Pakistan defeats Zimbabwe by 104 runs in one-day international
• Oil drops below US$89 a barrel as concern over US outlook drives down stock markets
• Thai Airways flight attendants object to steamy Thai soap opera about flight attendants
• India's benchmark stock index plunges 7.4 percent on worries about US economy
• In a first, Paraguay nominates woman for president, but ruling party schism threatens bid
• Ultranationalist leads Serbian presidential race ahead of runoff
• IOC picks Singapore and Moscow as finalists in bidding for 2010 Youth Olympics
• Serbia must stay on track toward closer EU ties, FM Jeremic says
• Barcelona plays Villarreal in clash of Copa del Rey favorites
• United States wins Cortina trophy for third straight season
• French president says Colombia's FARC rebels should stay on terrorist lists
• Printer Quebecor World to file for bankruptcy shelter
• Shoaib Malik's all-around display leads Pakistan to 104-run win over Zimbabwe
• Euro falls against dollar, drops below US$1.45
• Romanian president accuses justice minister of hampering corruption investigation
• Brown supports India's bid for greater place on world stage
• Auction price soars for 'claret jug' that may be priceless Islamic artifact
• Hundreds of workers in Finland to strike to protest layoffs, paper mill closures
• Printer Quebecor World to file for bankruptcy shelter
• Bush honors memory of Martin Luther King Jr.
• Toronto stock exchange drops almost 4 percent in early trading
• WTO to probe Australian ban on imports of NZ apples
• All-rounder Malik leads Pakistan to convincing win against Zimbabwe
• Brazil's Vale in talks to buy Xstrata miner in deal that could reach US$90 billion
• IOC picks Singapore and Moscow as finalists in bidding for 2010 Youth Olympics
• Nigel Stepney denies responsibility for McLaren punishment in spy scandal
• McCain targeted in Florida by Republicans; Democrats speak of unity ahead of South Carolina
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• British shooters unhappy with venue for London 2012 Olympics
• England flyhalf Jonny Wilkinson signs 2-year contract with Newcastle Falcons
• Ultranationalist leads Serbian presidential race before runoff
• Kenya opposition leader returns to stronghold in west as violence continues
• Lambiel, Joubert making comebacks at European figure skating championships
• Mittal family to make US$935 million from ArcelorMittal's 2008 share dividends
• Lebanon's bittersweet 'Caramel' hopes for Oscar nomination in foreign film category
• Sidelines
• Kaymer holds on to win Abu Dhabi by 4 strokes
• D.J. Trahan overtakes Leonard to win Classic
• Philippines wins Women's World Cup
• Ghana win over Guinea in opener of African Cup
• Patriots to play against Giants in Super Bowl
• Federer, Venus through to quarter-finals
• Boston tops New York, sweeps pair of weekend games against Rangers
• South Africa score 176-4 to defeat West Indies
• Bramble blunder helps Everton into 4th
• Stoudemire shines for Suns 5th home win
• Taiwan exporters' shares decline
• Sanyo announces plan to sell mobile phone unit to Kyocera
• PRC real estate facing cutbacks as markets in property cool
• Greenback ends mixed on caution about U.S. outlook
• Asia stocks fall as Bush plan disappoints
• Formosan Naruwan Hotel Taitung hosts Chinese New Year feast
• Westin Taipei presents oysters feast set menu
• Tourism Bureau helps launch Theme Park Essay Contest
• Far Eastern offers Lunar New Year takeouts
• In Brief
• Carbon Disclosure Project to assess business CO2 footprint
• Abu Dhabi says to invest US$15b in green energy
• Air China parent bids US$1.9b for stake in China Eastern Airlines
• Asia economies seen weathering possible U.S. recession
• Reuters reporters threaten to strike over takeover bid
• UK's Northern Rock to issue government-guaranteed bonds
• India offers land to Taiwan investors
• Blaze a cultural trail with family and friends this spring
• Museums throughout Taiwan invite leisurely promenade
• Auspicious prints in design competition celebrate Year of the Rat
• After recently abolishing monarchy, Nepal on edge ahead of polls
• Maine blazes a trail by measuring carbon footprint of developments
• In Brief
• Zimbabwe, Zambia suffer massive power outages
• Planes collide in California, killing five
• Lebanon presidential election delayed as deadlock continues
• Gaza power plant shuts down after Israel cuts fuel supplies
• Washinton lacks legitimacy in policy on Taiwan
• Caribbean island offers azure-blue waters, powdery-sand beaches
• If Rio is too much party for you, try small-town version of Carnaval
• Group finds many fail to save enough for own funerals
• New program aims to help police officers lose weight
• Lin's possible job promotion putshis background back in spotlight
• Chen reiterates importance of security as election nears
• Tourism Bureau cautions consumers regarding package tour fraud
• Airline offers free trips to low-income families
• Holiday seen putting pressure on underprivileged families
• Construction of expressway put on hold again, EPA says
• In Brief
• Chang orders study of tax proposal
• Hsieh campaign team touts cross-DPP unity
• KMT urged to stop plan to suspend legislative meetings
• Polls suggest Nikolic leads in Serbian presidential race
• Taiwanese women's pair loses in 3rd round, but both advance in mixed doubles play
• No progress made on easing China investment rules
• EU climate change plans to cost 60 billion euros: Barroso
• Taiwan stock index takes second steepest dive since 2000
• Clinton, Obama engage in bitter debate ahead of key South Carolina primary
• Only six labor strikes in 2007, Philippine labor chief says
• NCMB marks 20th anniversary; vows to intensify efforts to sustain industrial peace
• DOLE strengthens social protection program
• Philippines firms up bid to be world's main source of quality maritime officers
• Manila to penalize agencies charging excessive fees from Taiwan-bound OFWs
• Worldwide PC processor market hits record levels of unit shipments again in the fourth quarter of 2007, according to IDC
• IT executives demonstrate growing preference for 'greener' technology partners in latest IDC's green poll
• PC shipments rise 20.9 percent in the Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) region in 2007, IDC reports
• Nobel laureate favors DPP victory in presidential poll
• Hsieh questions wisdom of UN referendum
• London's FTSE-100 index tumbles 323.5 points to 5,578.2
• Trash czar: authorities unable to dispose of Naples' garbage a month into crisis
• US dollar mostly up, gold down in European trading
• Nokia meets German factory representatives, unions after plant closure announcement
• `Ratatouille,' `Once' take top honors in Golden Tomato Awards for well-reviewed films
• Toronto stock exchange drops more than 4 percent in morning trading
• UEFA, FIFA to pay clubs US$252 million as player compensation until 2012
• Russian Railways says it wins tender for US$800 million Saudi contract
• Austrian Ski Federation supports future bids by Schladming to host worlds
• European, Asian markets plunge amid pessimism over US stimulus plan
• Lambiel, Joubert making comebacks at European figure skating championships
• Birmingham signs Argentine striker Mauro Zarate on loan for rest of the season
• England lock Simon Shaw could miss start of Six Nations after damaging his ankle
• EU economy chief says U.S. slowdown should not directly hit euro growth
• Ultranationalist leads Serbian presidential race before runoff
• Brazil's TAM airline signs contract to buy 46 Airbus jets
• Swedish study to measure methane released by belching cows
• Martin Luther King relative calls for continuation of his nonviolence legacy
• Reports: Italy's former justice minister says his party is leaving Prodi's governing coalition
• Long-term health problems haunt some food poisoning
• Reports: Italy's former justice minister says his party is leaving Prodi's governing coalition
• British defense chief says stolen laptop with personal data could have been targeted
• Martin Luther King relative calls for continuation of his nonviolence legacy
• European shares fall amid global market rout
• Universal Forest Products closing a half-dozen plants due to weak housing market
• Alloudi scores three goals to lead Morocco 5-1 over Namibia at African Cup of Nations
• Study discounts theory on why poor kids are more likely to be overweight
• UEFA, FIFA to pay clubs US$252 million as player compensation until 2012
• European shares fall amid global market rout
• ABC leads nominees for GLAAD awards
• Russian league could play match in London
• Tories criticize plan for UK's Northern Rock is return to era of big government
• Forsberg returns to ice for practice with hometown team
• Martin Luther King relative calls for continuation of his nonviolence legacy
• IMF head calls economic situation 'serious,' says markets skeptical of US stimulus plan
• Kalou scores in Ivory Coast's 1-0 win over Nigeria in African Cup of Nations
• Automakers look beyond fuel economy, emissions in environmental efforts
• Italy's former justice minister says his party is leaving Prodi's governing coalition
• Brazil's TAM airline signs contract to buy 46 Airbus jets
• Former FARC hostage Rojas could stop calling them terrorists if hostages released
• Dissident says Fidel Castro in decline and predicts 'free Cuba' soon
• New bird flu case reported in Turkish village
• Democrats gear up for South Carolina debate ahead of key Southern race
• Italy's former justice minister says his party is leaving Prodi's governing coalition
• Liverpool fans protest U.S. owners Hicks and Gillett, support Benitez
• Mali, Benin game delayed at Africa Cup due to power failure
• Russian elections commission registers Medvedev as presidential candidate
• Democrats gear up for South Carolina debate ahead of key Southern race
• French pres. urges Colombia to use all methods to win hostages' release
• Russian league could play match in London
• Venezuela's state oil company increases investment to boost output
• Crosby goes on injured list, Pens bring up 3 players
• LA Lakers sign DJ Mbenga as short-term cover for injured Trevor Ariza
• Waiting for Gordon: Artist holds casting call in hopes of finding a man like Brown
• Widow sues ex-partners over Sammy Davis Jr.'s legacy and rights to his story
• Actor Jason Priestley to become joint owner in new IRL race team
• EU data regulator says Internet addresses are personal information
• Name, HQ location are thorny issues as Delta talks about combining with United or Northwest
• US Democratic White House hopefuls honor Martin Luther King on slain rights leader's birthday
• US Republican presidential candidates praise slain civil rights leader's legacy
• Brazil's state oil company, Petrobras says it discovered giant gas reserve
• Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal defeats Manchester United 3-2 in friendly
• Mexico's crude oil production fell 5.3 percent in 2007, year-end figures show
• Mexico's cable industry calls for restrictions on Telmex
• Panel to release report on Canada's future in Afghanistan on Tuesday
• France's Sarkozy pays unscheduled visit to rough Paris suburb
• Nalbandian, Monaco to lead Argentina against England in Davis Cup
• NFL suspends Bills' DE Hargrove for season after he violated substance abuse policy third time
• Euro chief: euro nations see no need to react to threat of US recession
• Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy to remain with team
• Key Prodi ally's pullout could bring down Italian government
• Cuba's new parliament could reveal Castro's political future
• Ivory Coast, Morocco, Mali enjoy opening wins at African Cup of Nations
• Konoute scores to lead Mali past Benin 1-0 at African Cup of Nations
• Mexican president says housing, infrastructure will stem impact of U.S. slowdown
• Brazil's state oil company announces discovery of giant gas reserve
• Democrats gear up for South Carolina debate ahead of key Southern race
• Toronto stock exchange drops more than 4 percent amid US recession fears
• France's Sarkozy pays unscheduled visit to rough Paris suburb
• Brazil's state oil company announces discovery of giant gas reserve
• Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal defeats Manchester United 3-2 in friendly
• Bill Clinton says having a specific job in a new Clinton administration would be a mistake
• Sammy Davis Jr.'s widow sues ex-partners over singer's legacy and rights to his story
• Crouch scores late equalizer, Liverpool draws 2-2 against Villa
• Elle Fanning stars in 'Wonderland' at Sundance
• A statue unveiled of Woods' father, a moment worth a fist pump
• Mexican court rules in favor of miners union in strike; owners seek arbitration
• Slain US civil rights leader Martin Luther King honored at church where he preached.
• U.S. recession ahead? A survey of the gathering storm as Americans pull back, businesses feel pain
• Democrats gear up for South Carolina debate ahead of key Southern race
• U.S. consumers pull back on spending, worry more about debt as economy weakens
• In Europe, concern over a US recession, but no fear of falling into one yet
• Tories criticize plan for UK's Northern Rock is return to era of big government
• South Korea's main stock index falls 3.4 percent in early trading
• Italian government on brink of collapse after ally yanks support
• Japan's main stock index down 4.06 pct in early trade
• San Diego QB Rivers to have surgery on torn ACL; Tomlinson won't need surgery
• South Korea's main stock index falls 3.8 percent in early trading
• Kenyan police showing divisions over government's harsh crackdown, some officers say
• Republican McCain strikes back at karate champ and actor Chuck Norris on age quip
• Documents suggest Argentine agents plotted to spy on activists in Mexico
• EU finance ministers to talk about long-term economy reforms
• Obama says Bill Clinton's criticism untruthful: a look at past statements
• Clinton's schedule marks shift in focus from South Carolina to 22-state competition on Feb. 5
• Last of Pakistani TV networks banned during emergency rule resumes service in deal with gov't
• Oliver Stone seeks to secure financing for film on life of President Bush
• Australian shares plunge in early trade after Europe, Asia sell off
• South Korea's main stock index falls 4.3 percent in early trading
• Matthew McConaughey, Kate Hudson among SAG Awards presenters
• '24' star Sutherland released from jail after serving 48 days
• Yahoo poised to lay off hundreds of workers, according to reports
• Target expects January sales at low end of earlier expectations
• Taiwan shares plunge 5 percent amid broad regional sell-off
• Paraguay nominates first woman for president, ruling party schism threatens bid
• China benchmark stock index falls more than 5 percent in second day of global sell-off
• Ecuador renegotiating service contracts with foreign oil companies
• Japan's main stock index Nikkei ends morning trade down 4 pct
• Hurricanes erase 2-goal lead, beat Islanders 3-2 in overtime
• Democrats debate in South Carolina ahead of key Southern race
• Yao Ming scores 30, Tracy McGrady adds 17 as Rockets beat Sonics 96-89
• US remains Cuba's top food source, exported $600M in agricultural products to island in 2007
• "Pair of fools" jailed in bungled burglary in Australia
• Clinton, Obama clash at debate with South Carolina primary five days away
• Ganassi team brings international flavor to its racing lineup
• Japan's main stock index Nikkei plunges in morning trade
• Central China tries to dig out after heavy snows create travel chaos for Lunar New Year
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries that US is headed for recession; Hang Seng down 7 pct
• Australian, New Zealand shares plunge in early trade after Europe, Asia sell-off
• Serena Williams in upset quarterfinal loss to Jankovic
• Fiji bans eight Olympic soccer players over drinking spree
• Bank of Japan holds key interest rate at 0.5 percent amid worries about US, global economy
• Yahoo poised to lay off hundreds of workers, according to reports
• Microsoft braces virtualization strategy with acquisition, lower license fees
• Christian Brando in hospital with pneumonia, but lawyer says he's expected to be OK
• Hurricanes erase 2-goal lead, beat Islanders 3-2 in overtime
• Slain US civil rights leader Martin Luther King honored at church where he preached.
• LeBron James gets first win in Miami and sends Heat to 14th straight loss, 97-90
• Serena Williams loses to Jelena Jankovic in quarterfinals of Australian Open
• China benchmark stock index falls nearly 7 percent in second day of global sell-off
• Trading halted as India's benchmark index plunging 9.5 percent on opening
• Britney Spears shows up to deposition after missing legal dates, reports say
• Phelps swims faster in triple-try than a year ago
• Chocolate confession in news story generates sweet response to 87-year-old Maine woman
• New Zealand, China complete trade deal talks, begin review of proposed agreement
• South Korea's main stock index extends losses, falls 6.2 percent
• Investors dump Indonesian stocks amid global sell-off, commodities hit hardest
• Russell Crowe, Kate Beckinsale and John Travolta among SAG Awards presenters
• Local sprinter wins 1st leg of Tour Down Under
• Schlumberger buys Raytheon technology to extract oil from shale using microwave heating
• Militants kill 5 Pakistani soldiers, wound 7 near Afghan border
• Ford to unveil upgraded 2009 Escape at D.C. Show
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries that US is headed for recession; Hang Seng down 8 pct
• Hong Kong index plunges 8 percent amid second day of global sell-off
• NKorean media accuse US of failing to meet commitments in nuclear deal
• Australia's benchmark share index plunges 7.1 percent
• Indian markets reopen after trading is halted because of steep declines
• Bank of China mum on reports of major losses from US subprime exposure
• Indian markets reopen after trading is halted because of steep declines
• Japan's Nikkei stock index down 5.65 percent at close on worries about US, global slowdown
• Philippine stock index plummets 5.5 percent, tracking Asian markets on US worries
• Daum, Microsoft, Celrun to offer Internet protocol TV in South Korea
• Australia's benchmark share index plunges 7.1 percent, biggest drop in nearly 20 years
• Shares in Australia's Consolidated Media rise on privatization plan
• Bush, congressional leaders to meet Tuesday on stimulus proposals for sagging economy
• Indian markets reopen after trading is halted because of steep declines
• Analysis: Obama going after Clintons with a passion in effort to win the S. Carolina primary
• Taiwan shares plunge 6.5 percent to 10-month low amid global sell-off
• Forgery case filed against Kasyanov's Russian presidential bid
• China shares fall as jittery investors take cues from regional declines
• Roche buys US diagnostics firm Ventana for $3.4 billion
• Bird flu spreads in eastern India as deadly H5N1 strain confirmed
• South Korea's main stock index falls 4.4 percent amid 2nd day of global declines
• New Thai parliament elects loyalist of toppled PM as its speaker
• Forgery case filed against Kasyanov's presidential bid
• Bank of Japan holds key interest rate at 0.5 percent amid worries about US, global economy
• Finland's December unemployment rate falls to 17-year low _ 6 percent
• Japan's Nikkei stock index falls 5.7 percent amid worries over US economy
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries about possible US recession; Nikkei tumbles 5.7 pct
• Investigation into teenage suicide bombing in Iraq's Anbar province suggests family plot
• China benchmark stock index falls 7.2 percent in second day of global sell-off
• China says December oil imports up 11.4 percent amid economic, auto boom
• Beijing hopes to cut smoking in hotels for Olympics
• Report: Carla Bruni says she's not yet married to Sarkozy, not joining him on India trip
• Oil prices extend losses below US$88 on US economic worries
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries about possible US recession; Hang Seng sinks 8.7 pct
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries about possible US recession; Hang Seng sinks 8.7 pct
• Taiwan's China Airlines signs deal for 14 Airbus A350 jets
• Trial starts of dissident Chinese writer accused of subversion
• Indian markets volatile after trading is halted because of steep declines
• Indian markets volatile after trading is halted because of steep declines
• North Korea to close its embassy in Australia to save costs, diplomat says
• Former Indonesian dictator Suharto remains in critical but stable condition
• Forgery case filed against Kasyanov's presidential bid
• Euro falls farther v US dollar
• Serena Williams loses to Jelena Jankovic, Nadal advances in quarterfinals at Australian Open
• China benchmark stock index falls 7.2 percent in second day of global sell-off
• Swiss stock markets down sharply in line with global slump
• Kofi Annan due in Kenya to mediate election crisis
• Finnish army life gives Nieminen the mental edge for tennis season
• Philippine stock index plummets 5.5 percent, tracking Asian markets on US worries
• New York to vote again to force fast-food chain restaurants to put calorie counts on menus
• Grocer Morrisons cheered by Christmas sales boost
• German FM hopes ties with China will improve, strained over Dalai Lama visit
• Hakuho upset, three tied for lead at New Year sumo
• Prodi to appear in Parliament as government teeters on brink of collapse
• Roche buys US diagnostics firm Ventana for $3.4 billion
• EU finance ministers keep eye on plunging markets
• Hong Kong index plunges 8.7 percent amid second day of global sell-off
• Grocer Morrisons cheered by Christmas sales boost
• Investors dump Indonesian stocks amid global sell-off, commodities hit hardest
• Iraq extends registration for international oil companies
• Red Sox, A's looking forward to Japan trip
• Dozens of rare crocodile-like reptiles die mysteriously in India
• In first test of security reforms, police ban opposition march in Zimbabwe
• Las Vegas casinos held drive Macau gaming revenues past US$10 billion last year
• Kenyan police disperse president supporters; Kofi Annan due to mediate election crisis
• Sweden's Investor AB says it swung to net loss in 4Q
• Huckabee trims costs in US race for presidency
• Publisher Pearson forecasts record profits
• China rejects calls for pressure on Myanmar junta, urges 'constructive assistance'
• Prodi to seek confidence vote in lower chamber as government nears collapse
• Death toll climbs in central China tries to dig out after heavy snows create travel chaos
• Militants kill 5 Pakistani soldiers, wound 7 near Afghan border
• Malaysia's Islamic-run state to strictly separate lines for men, women in supermarkets
• Reports: Slumping Internet icon Yahoo! to shed hundreds of workers amid calls for a shake-up
• Prodi says continuity necessary as he seeks parliamentary confidence votes
• Malaysia PM says repeat of massive 2004 mandate unlikely in next polls
• And the Oscar nominees are ... going to be overshadowed by strike-fueled uncertainty.
• India's stock indices fall in volatile session; trade halted 1 hour due to steep declines
• Oil prices fall below US$88 on US economic worries
• Bank of Japan holds key interest rate at 0.5 percent amid worries about US, global economy
• Kenyan police disperse president supporters; Kofi Annan due to mediate election crisis
• Iraq extends registration for international oil companies
• US dollar mostly lower, gold down in European trading
• Sweden's Investor AB says it swung to net loss in 4Q
• India's stock indices fall in volatile session; trade halted 1 hour due to steep declines
• Prodi says continuity necessary as he seeks parliamentary confidence votes
• Asian markets extend losses amid worries about possible US recession; Hang Seng sinks 8.7 pct
• Kuwait's sole female minister survives vote of no-confidence averting political showdown
• Rice underlines urgency of resolving Kosovo's status
• Clinton, Obama engage in bitter debate ahead of key South Carolina primary
• Bank of America profit shrinks in fourth quarter on credit losses, weak investment banking
• Medvedev: Russia suffers from 'legal nihilism'
• Germany cutting 2008 economic growth forecast to 1.7 percent
• Wachovia 4th-quarter earnings tumble to $51 million due to write-downs and loss provisions
• Stocks expected to plunge at opening of trading as recession fears send global markets falling
• German FM says ties with China will improve, strained over Dalai Lama visit
• Bulgaria coach names squad for friendly against Northern Ireland next month
• UnitedHealth 4Q profit rises on prescription services growth
• DuPont 4th-quarter earnings fall 37 percent, adjusted result exceeds expectations
• EU economy chief blames huge U.S. debt for plunging shares
• London's FTSE-100 index down 15.13 points to 5,563.10
• Serbia agrees to pipeline deal with Russia, tightening Moscow's grip on European supplies
• Britain's Melrose Resources plans to start undersea gas extraction off Bulgaria
• Manchester City believes applause not silence will drown fans who disrespect Munich tribute
• Paraguay nominates first woman for president, ruling party schism threatens bid
• Protest against fuel price rise shuts down Nepal's capital
• Germany cutting 2008 economic growth forecast to 1.7 percent
• Captain Michael Ballack says Germany European Championship favorite
• Treasury Secretary Paulson says world needs US to act quickly on sagging economy
• Shares of Brazil's Petrobras soar on news of huge new natural gas discovery
• Fed cuts interest rate amid global stock sell-off and fears of recession
• Stock futures fluctuate violently after Fed cuts interest rates
• United Airlines' parent UAL reports $53 million 4Q loss
• Text of Fed Statement on rate cut
• Zaragoza coach resigns for personal reasons just over a week after taking over
• Medvedev calls for strengthened fight against 'huge scale' of corruption in Russia
• Nominations announced for strike-imperiled Oscars
• Sharapova ends Henin's 32-match streak; Serena Williams loses to Jankovic
• French court freezes GDF-Suez merger, demanding more information
• Hertha Berlin signs Serb defender Gojko Kacar
• US Fed cuts interest rate amid global stock sell-off and fears of recession
• Health products maker J&J says 4Q profit rose nearly 10 percent on strong revenue growth
• Captain Michael Ballack says Germany not European Championship favorite
• Shares of Brazil's Petrobras rise on news of huge new natural gas discovery
• Bulgarian unemployment at 6.9 percent in December
• Fed cuts interest rate as Treasury secretary urges quick action on economic stimulus plan
• FA takes no action against Manchester United manager over Reading gesture
• Nadal improves on hard court, into first Australian Open semi
• Chabal out of new France squad revamped after World Cup disappointment
• Oil prices recover losses on Fed's surprise rate cut, US economic worries remain
• United Airlines' parent UAL reports narrower $53M loss for 4Q
• Immigration charges against 'princesses' from ancient Indonesia dropped
• Henin heads home to give aging knee a well earned rest
• Manchester City believes applause not silence will drown fans who disrespect Munich tribute
• Turkey confirms chickens in northern village were killed by H5N1 strain of bird flu
• US Fed cuts interest rate amid global stock sell-off and fears of recession
• Hertha Berlin signs Serb defender Gojko Kacar
• Rice defends US aid to Pakistan but demands democratic progress
• Iraq to host 3 World Cup qualifying matches in Dubai
• Study: High death rate unchanged in Congo despite war's end and elected government
• Werder Bremen captain Frings out for another six weeks
• Bank of China denies report of major losses from US subprime exposure
• French court freezes GDF-Suez merger, demanding more information
• Man gets 45 days for theft of 93 pounds of women's undergarments in Washington city
• China orders fertilizer price controls to ensure food security ahead of spring planting
• Valentino, the king of the red carpet, prepares to retire after 45 years in business
• Producer promises to tone down airline soap opera after flight attendants protest
• Paper maker Stora Enso warns of euro402 million negative impact on 4Q earnings
• Canada cuts interest rate amid U.S. recession fears
• Biotech company Solazyme inks algae fuel development deal with Chevron
• Kenya opposition files ICC complaint against the government
• Medvedev calls for strengthened fight against 'huge scale' of corruption in Russia
• Fed cuts interest rate as Treasury secretary urges quick action on economic stimulus plan
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Health products maker J&J says 4Q profit rose nearly 10 percent
• Thailand's Royal Trophy golf tourney canceled this year, resumes January 2009
• Whole Foods to phase out plastic grocery bags and encourage reusable ones
• Italian Olympic Committee requests 2-year ban for cyclist Mazzoleni
• WCup qualifiers: Netherlands at Scotland, Norway hosts Macedonia in Group 9 final round
• Stocks dive on worries of US recession; Wall Street unassuaged by Fed's interest rate cut
• Unusual urban minister shocks, endears as France looks to her plan for troubled projects
• US Fed cuts interest rate amid global stock sell-off and fears of recession
• Haile Gebrselassie doubtful for Beijing marathon because of heat and pollution worries
• French court freezes GDF-Suez merger, demanding more information
• Air Europa of Spain orders 8 Boeing 787-8s worth $1.3B at list prices
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• Euro rises against US dollar after Fed cuts interest rate
• Everton aims to upset defending champion Chelsea to reach League Cup final
• Prodi says continuity necessary as he seeks parliamentary confidence votes
• Roche buys US diagnostics firm Ventana for $3.4 billion
• Wolfsburg signs Swiss goalkeeper Benaglio, Serb striker Ljuboja
• Report: Top eBay exec Meg Whitman preparing to retire
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Oil prices drop on fears of a US recession, but recover some on Fed's rate cut
• Clinton, Obama engage in bitter debate ahead of key South Carolina primary
• EU economy chief blames huge US debt for plunging shares on world exchanges
• Kenya opposition files ICC complaint against the government
• Royal Taipei launches room promotion
• Tourism Bureau announces Lantern festival design
• I-PRIMO opens 2nd branch
• OCAC: More overseas compatriots interested in investing in Taiwan
• Westin Taipei Hampton Court introduces English High Tea Set from now until Feb. 29
• Sidelines
• Colts' choice of coaching successor inches the dream forward
• Nadal reaches his first Aussie semi
• Hurricanes beat Islanders 3-2 in overtime
• China vows to probe alleged cover-up of stadium deaths
• Mavericks missing in action
• Jankovic bounces Serena to reach semis at Open
• Florida's Sanibel Island is for snowbirds
• Nanya posts record quarterly loss
• BOC trading suspended amid subprime concerns
• Report says PRC created millions of new jobs in '07
• Siemens set for stormy general assembly
• BOJ leaves rates same, as expected
• Continuing chaos seen pressuring euro
• In Brief
• Report claims Yahoo poised to lay off hundreds of workers
• Organic foods big hit but doubts still remain
• General Motors set to start producing hybrid cars in China
• Business economists seen pessimistic about U.S. economy
• Asia stocks plunge, extending global slump for second day
• Jobless rate in Taiwan rises to 7-month high
• In Brief
• Talking on cell phone found to worsen sleep problems
• Baghdad acquires taste for Chinese delicacies
• Tax on hotels seen as way to save French monuments
• Walking one hour a week seen cutting risk of colon cancer
• In Brief
• Woman's confessed love for chocolate draws huge response
• Air scrubbers feared to spread disease
• Stone seeking financing for 'Bush' project
• 'Golden Tomato' honors 'Ratatouille' and 'Once'
• Oscar nominations overshadowed by Hollywood strike
• Turkish parliament catches up with Europe on smoking ban
• Chinese look closely at U.S. presidential candidates
• In Brief
• Last of banned Pakistan networks resumes service
• Israel begins first fuel shipment to Gaza since closure of border
• Forgery case opens against Kasyanov's presidential bid
• Chinese dissident pleads not guilty to charges of subversion
• China needs to put pressure on Sudan
• With cloning success comes some trouble
• Ma should act now to oppose corruption
• Fighting 'impunity' seen as Colom's top challenge
• Presidential candidates urged to review their 'go west' policy
• St. Lucia opposition demands Taiwan recall its ambassador
• In Brief
• Firms warned of trade fraud in Ivory Coast
• Electric hot water bags spark safety concerns
• Protesters call for fewer cabs on the road
• Prosecutors indict NPB officials on forgery charges
• Nobel laureate endorses Hsieh for president
• Hsieh urges President Chen to consider referendum issue
• Italian government on brink of collapse after ally yanks support
• Taiwan marks World Freedom Day
• Taiex plummets 6.5% amid U.S. recession worries
• China sets 2030 target to clean up lakes
• Taiwan shares tumble for second day Wednesday
• Citi Private Bank identifies four key Investment themes for 2008
• Global deployment of Filipino workers breaches one million mark
• Indian IT services market to grow to US$10 billion by 2011, says Gartner
• Banking, manufacturing and government investments boost enterprise software market in Middle East and North Africa, says IDC
• AMD unleashes the ATI Radeon HD 3400 and ATI Radeon HD 3600 series
• Leaders commit to PATA CEO Challenge
• Asian hotel sales reach record high of US$10.8 billion in 2007
• Cabinet to rsign en masse Thursday
• Steady growth in Asia-Pacific outbound travel predicted despite economic uncertainty, MasterCard Worldwide Index of Travel shows
• Manila calls on labor-receiving countries to share in workers' training and education, says DOLE
• Hsieh asks KMT not to boycott UN referendums
• China orders fertilizer price controls to ensure food security ahead of spring planting
• China orders fertilizer price controls to ensure food security ahead of spring planting
• London's FTSE-100 index up 161.9 points to 5,740.1
• Clinton-Obama fued heats up in fierce Democratic presidential race
• Roche buys US diagnostics firm Ventana for US$3.4 billion (euro2.35 billion)
• Penguins' Crosby to miss NHL All-Star Game, 6-8 weeks of season
• Opening presidential campaign, Medvedev promises economic growth, corruption crackdown
• Hillary Clinton criticizes fellow presidential candidate Obama after rancorous debate
• Bank of America profits plunge in fourth quarter on credit losses
• Blockbuster Russian art show arrives in London after turbulent ride
• Ralph Stanley, Doc Watson to headline Bristol Rhythm & Roots festival in Tennessee
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Italian government's survival hangs on confidence votes
• Asian markets fall; Europe mixed after US rate cut
• Romanian corruption probe moves ahead after justice chief backs down in dispute with president
• Swiss stock markets rally after Fed raises interest rates
• CEO Mulally says Ford can weather economic downturn
• Oil prices drop on fears of a US recession, but recover some on Fed's rate cut
• Britain's Team Origin ready to become official challenger in hopes of saving America's Cup
• Mosely: Formula One teams caught up in future spy scandals risk expulsion
• Iraq to host 3 World Cup qualifying matches in Dubai
• Unusual urban minister shocks, endears as France looks to her plan for troubled projects
• Risks of slowdown starting to put pressure on European Central Bank
• US Fed cuts interest rate amid global stock sell-off and fears of recession
• French court freezes GDF-Suez merger, demanding more information
• Clinton-Obama feud heats up in fierce Democratic presidential race
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• Liverpool defender Steve Finnan quits playing for Ireland
• British police offer to train academics to spot extremist students on campus
• Liverpool defender Steve Finnan quits playing for Ireland
• Manfred Moelgg leads men's World Cup night slalom after first leg in bad conditions
• British acting talent shines in Oscar nominations
• Health products maker J&J says 4Q profit rose nearly 10 percent
• US stocks climb back from early plunge on recession worries
• Olympic sprint champion Gatlin appeals 4-year doping suspension
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Airlines abandoning higher fuel surcharge
• CFO of Airbus' parent company EADS hands financial post at planemaker to deputy
• `No Country for Old Men,' `There Will Be Blood' tie for most Oscar nominations with 8
• Pats quaterback Brady photographed in walking cast 2 weeks before Super Bowl
• European stocks gain as investors cheer US Fed interest rate cut
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• Alonso's homecoming falls flat as Ferrari dominates first winter testing session of 2008 cars
• Bush offers words of encouragement for anti-abortion protesters
• Anguilla-El Salvador World Cup qualifier moved to Washington
• Estonian regional affairs minister resigns amid criticism of performance
• Annan arrives in Kenya to mediate deadly dispute over dipsuted elections
• Obama's relationship with alleged fixer goes back 17 years
• Not 'yet' married to model girlfriend, France's Sarkozy to visit Taj Mahal alone
• Study: High death rate unchanged in Congo despite war's end and elected government
• White House says Bush remains open to larger stimulus package
• Scotland set to announce new coach with Southampton's Burley as favorite
• Oil prices drop on fears of a US recession, but recover some on Fed's rate cut
• Leafs fire GM Ferguson; Fletcher replaces him on interim basis
• Egypt opens title defense with 4-2 win over Cameroon at African Cup of Nations
• Olympic sprint champion Gatlin appeals 4-year doping suspension
• `In Practice' makes perfect (or close), HBO's drama with Gabriel Byrne a tormented therapist
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• Danisco acquires UK food ingredients company Abitec
• Strict limits on electricity use imposed throughout Tajikistan
• Lincoln Center's Great Performers features Prokofiev, Bernstein retrospectives
• Republican Fred Thompson quits US presidential race
• Foreign films up for Oscar focus on war, reflecting what Polish nominee says are today's fears
• Clinton-Obama feud heats up in fierce Democratic presidential race
• US president, congressional leaders discuss stimulus plan; Fed cuts crucial interest rate
• Grainy video shows Amy Winehouse inhaling fumes from some sort of pipe
• Getty Images shares rise on rumors it is seeking a buyout valued at $1.5B
• Panel says Canada should stay in Afghanistan if it gets more support from other countries
• US president, congressional leaders discuss stimulus plan; Fed cuts crucial interest rate
• Republican Fred Thompson quits US presidential race
• Brazil's state oil company says country could become self-sufficient in natural gas
• Bank of England Gov. Mervyn King: UK economic growth could slow 'quite sharply'
• Egypt opens title defense with 4-2 win over Cameroon at African Cup of Nations
• Oil prices drop on fears of US recession, but recover some on Fed's rate cut
• Bucs give Gruden, Allen 3-year contract extensions
• Brazil's state oil company says country could become self-sufficient in natural gas
• Bank of England Gov. Mervyn King: UK economic growth could slow 'quite sharply'
• US president, congressional leaders discuss stimulus plan; Fed cuts crucial interest rate
• Scottish comedian wins lucrative Costa Book of the Year Award
• Ecuador state oil company expects US$1 billion in private investment in oil production
• Bank of England Gov. Mervyn King: UK economic growth could slow 'quite sharply'
• Reception fading for stalwart stick car antenna
• French couple with Western theme lead ice dance; Germans ahead in pairs
• Republican Fred Thompson quits US presidential race
• Malkin already picking up Crosby's slack in Pitt, replaces Sid the Kid at All-Star game
• Brazil's state oil company says country could become self-sufficient in natural gas
• Bush confident he and Congress can agree on stimulus plan
• Court: US state must allow inmates to have abortions, provide transportation to clinics
• No Oscar nominations for Angelina Jolie or `The Simpsons,' but `Norbit' is in the running
• General Motors introduces first hybrid for China
• Yahoo hoping to win back investors with biggest purge in 7 years, details still undisclosed
• California agricultural secretary promotes state's array of products in Cuba
• Democratic debate the most-watched in cable news history
• BP says plea deal, $50M fine was government's 'harshest option'
• Defending champ Egypt beats Cameroon 4-2 at African Cup; Sudan tops Zambia 3-0
• Grainy video shows Amy Winehouse inhaling fumes from some sort of pipe
• Bank of England Gov. Mervyn King: UK economic growth could slow 'quite sharply'
• Dunga calls Pato, nine other U23s for Brazil-Ireland friendly in Dublin
• Stocks dive on worries of US recession; Wall Street digests Fed's interest rate cut
• Gold futures climb on Fed rate cut, other commodities fall on recession fears
• `Juno' lands 4 Oscar noms, including best picture, completing late-breaking ascent
• Zambia scores early, completes 3-0 victory over Sudan at Africa Cup of Nations
• Dollar retreats against most major currencies after Fed cuts interest rate, stocks tumble
• Ex-Yankee Chuck Knoblauch to be subpoenaed by U.S. Congress
• Apple fiscal 1st-qtr profit rises with higher computer and iPod sales, inclusion of iPhone
• US judge gives conditional approval of plan by auto-parts supplier Delphi to exit bankruptcy
• World skeleton champ Noelle Pikus-Pace has baby daughter
• Texas Instruments 4Q profit up 10 percent on strong sales of analog, signal processsing chips
• Paris Hilton says Britney Spears is `great mother,' people should let pop star `live her life'
• Police: Actor Heath Ledger found dead in NY building
• Texas Instruments 4Q profit up 13 percent on strong sales of analog, signal processsing chips
• Study finds higher fitness levels lower death rates in black, white men
• Mario Matt wins men's World Cup slalom for 10th career victory
• 'Cloverfield' scares up $46 million to lead weekend box office
• Ex-Yankee Chuck Knoblauch to be subpoenaed by U.S. Congress
• Stocks fall sharply on worries of US recession; Wall Street digests Fed's interest rate cut
• Shaquille O'Neal has MRI on ailing left hip, to be shut down for 2 weeks
• Ringo Starr walks off `Regis and Kelly' show over song flap, says he has no hard feelings
• US judge gives conditional approval of plan by auto-parts supplier Delphi to exit bankruptcy
• Mario Matt wins men's World Cup slalom for 10th career victory
• Police: Actor Heath Ledger found dead in NY building
• Some funds exit crude oil futures market on fears about a US recession
• Court: US state must allow inmates to have abortions, provide transportation to clinics
• US secretary of state rebukes Bush administration official critical of North Korea policy
• Oscar nominees say they will not attend a picketed Academy Awards show
• Blue Jackets put C Sergei Fedorov on injured list
• Striking Hollywood writers hold informal meeting with studios
• Striking writers say they will not picket Grammy Awards ceremony
• South American officials express support for Bolivia, Ecuador, games at altitude
• Venezuelan troops crack down on smuggling along Colombian border
• NASCAR driver Patrick Carpentier happy to be back racing
• Holmgren will return as Seahawks coach in 2008
• Texas Instruments 4Q profit up 13 percent and year-over-year sales rise 3 percent
• US Senate passes defense bill that includes troop pay raise
• Riquelme, Aguero lead Argentine roster for LA friendly against Guatemala
• Tottenham ends nine-year winless run against Arsenal to reach League Cup final
• Analysis: Can government moves stop economic vicious cycle? Fears can be self-fulfilling
• Holmgren will return for final season as Seattle Seahawks coach in 2008
• New US fingerprint system for international visitors expands
• BP, government say plea deal, $50M fine was 'harshest option'
• Chrysler global car team part of product development realignment
• STMicroelectronics 4th-quarter profit down on charges from sale of flash memory business
• Little known Christian author's book skyrockets to best seller's list
• Dominica, Venezuela proceeds with plan for oil refinery despite activists' complaints
• Copper thieves target railroads, traffic lights for quick score
• South Korea's main stock index rises 3 percent in early trading
• Bush confident he and Congress can agree on economic stimulus plan
• Bush issues directive to modernize export controls
• Bank of England Gov. Mervyn King: UK economic growth could slow 'quite sharply'
• Atlanta center Zaza Pachulia suspended for 1 game
• Japan's Nikkei stock index up more than 3 pct in early trade
• 45,000 Congolese die monthly in world's deadliest humanitarian crisis, report says
• Tiger Woods' confidence in Grand Slam shows excitement about his game
• TV cook and firebrand: Thailand's prospective prime minister doesn't mince his words
• Onorato leading Key West sailing race
• Survey finds fear of recession prime concern among world's chief executives
• Nominees gush over Oscar honors but say they'll boycott if strike lingers
• Thousands attend abortion protest march in Washington
• Italy's Prodi fights for survival with double confidence votes
• Merck, Schering-Plough pull TV ads for Vytorin
• Japan's main stock index up more than 3 pct in early trade
• South Korea's main stock index rises sharply in early trading
• Nuggets: Nene's testicular tumor malignant, but tests show cancer isolated
• Charlie Sheen, Denise Richards in Los Angeles family court
• Japan's main stock index up more than 3 pct in early trade
• Clinton-Obama feud heats up; candidates grapple for handle on economy crisis
• Police: Actor Heath Ledger found dead in NY building
• Foreign films up for Oscar focus on war, reflecting what Polish nominee says are today's fears
• Toyota to extend warranty on some minivans over liftgate problems
• U.S. PGA Tour's first drug meeting stresses education
• Grammy Awards could sail through strike as writers say they won't picket ceremony
• Republican Fred Thompson quits presidential race after poor finishes in early contests
• Apple 2Q outlook spooks investors, though 1Q sales rose 35 percent and beat Wall Street
• Texas Instruments 4Q profit up 13 percent and year-over-year sales rise 3 percent
• Prominent Australians mourn the death of actor Heath Ledger
• Australia, New Zealand stocks rebound after surprise US Fed rate cut
• Heath Ledger found dead in NYC building; police say he was naked with sleeping pills nearby
• Study: Bush, other officials issued hundreds of false statements before Iraq invasion
• Super Bowl hype kicks off: Who needs the game when there's Tom and Gisele?
• Family of Heath Ledger mourn actor's "untimely and accidental" death
• French Illegal immigrant widow avoids deportation _ for now
• Hantuchova joins Sharapova, Jankovic in semifinals at Australian Open
• 2 Koreas to hold military talks this week
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges 7 percent in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges 7 percent in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Chinese president calls for stepped-up propaganda work
• Japan's main stock index gains more than 3 percent in morning session
• Japan's main stock index gains more than 3 percent in morning session
• Chrysler global car team part of product development realignment
• Australians mourn death of actor Heath Ledger; family says death was "accidental"
• Surprise Tsonga through to semifinals
• Emergency Fed rate cut stabilizes stocks; Bush, Congress pledge urgent action to stem slide
• Trio of celebrities get the real 'rock star' reception at Obama rally
• Study: Bush, other officials issued hundreds of false statements before Iraq invasion
• Writers say guild will drop push to organize reality, other writers
• Edwards' visit with talk show host David Letterman gets hairy
• Oil prices steady after surprise overnight Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• Oil prices steady after surprise overnight Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• Cyclists in Tour of California will face stringent anti-doping tests
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Wife of deposed Thai prime minister says her husband will return from exile in May
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Johnny Oduya's career-best effort leads Devils over Flyers
• Denver Broncos safety John Lynch earns ninth trip to NFL Pro Bowl
• Steve Nash's season-high 37 leads Suns past Bucks 114-105
• Heath Ledger found dead in NYC building; police say he was in bed with sleeping pills nearby
• Report: Budget deficit expected to jump in 2008 with souring economy
• China shares slip further after brief rebound; Fed cut fails to rekindle buying
• China shares slip further after brief rebound; Fed cut fails to rekindle buying
• Broadway, TV actress Lois Nettleton dies at 80
• India's benchmark stock index jumps 4.6 percent in opening trade, reversing recent losses
• India's benchmark stock index jumps 4.6 percent in opening trade, reversing recent losses
• Writers guild says it won't picket Grammys, will drop push to organize reality, other writers
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges in early trade, rebounding from recent losses
• Jagr has 3 points, Lundqvist makes 14 saves in 4-0 win over Thrashers
• Singapore closes airport for 50 minutes as jets intercept small plane
• Philippine stock index climbs 2.7 percent on US rate cut
• U.S. PGA Tour's first drug meeting stresses education
• Surgeon says practice nearly destroyed after death of Kanye West's mother
• With Henin, Williams sisters out, it's all eastern Europeans at the Australian Open semis
• Heath Ledger's family says death was accidental, as Australians mourn their rising star
• South Korea's main stock index rises after US Fed cuts key interest rates
• South Korea's main stock index rises after US Fed cuts key interest rates
• Steve Nash's season-high 37 leads Suns past Bucks 114-105
• India's benchmark stock index jumps 4.6 percent in opening trade, reversing recent losses
• India's benchmark stock index jumps 4.6 percent in opening trade, reversing recent losses
• Health of former Indonesian dictator deteriorates, infection spreads
• Health of former Indonesian dictator deteriorates, infection spreads
• Reports: China Eastern Airlines signs cooperation deal with rival China Southern
• Reports: China Eastern Airlines signs cooperation deal with rival China Southern
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Australia, New Zealand stocks rebound after surprise US Fed rate cut
• Australia, New Zealand stocks rebound after surprise US Fed rate cut
• Anglo-Australian miner BHP Billiton posts record iron ore output in 2nd quarter
• Anglo-Australian miner BHP Billiton posts record iron ore output in 2nd quarter
• Man shoots co-worker while rescuing him from the jaws of a crocodile in Australia
• Man shoots co-worker while rescuing him from the jaws of a crocodile in Australia
• House leaders to meet with Paulson on economic stimulus bill
• House to take another crack at overriding veto of expanded children's health insurance program
• Ivanovic beats Venus Williams in quarterfinals at Australian Open
• Japan's main stock index gains 2 percent after emergency Fed rate cut
• Japan's main stock index gains 2 percent after emergency Fed rate cut
• Little-known Chow Yun-fat movie wins Hong Kong critics honors
• Jagr stars as Rangers shut out Thrashers 4-0
• Nearly half of U.S.governors have endorsed presidential candidates
• YouTube launches video-sharing site for Korean speakers
• YouTube launches video-sharing site for Korean speakers
• 'Rescue Dawn' film producer and wife plead not guilty to federal bribery charges
• Guild, studios to start informal talks aimed at ending strike; sweet note for Grammys
• Dollar down versus yen in Asia as stock gains on Fed rate cut lose steam
• Dollar down versus yen in Asia as stock gains on Fed rate cut lose steam
• Australian takes overall lead of Tour Down Under on countback
• South Korea's main stock index rises after US Fed cuts key interest rates
• South Korea's main stock index rises after US Fed cuts key interest rates
• Opposition leader Tsvangirai arrested in Zimbabwe ahead of protest march
• Catholic-communist land dispute highlights progress in Vietnamese church-state relations
• Catholic-communist land dispute highlights progress in Vietnamese church-state relations
• Australian budget carrier Jetstar to start 1-stop Melbourne-Singapore daily service
• Japan's main stock index gains 2 percent after emergency Fed rate cut
• Japan's main stock index gains 2 percent after emergency Fed rate cut
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Proposed UN envoy would serve as leader of international community in Afghanistan: US official
• Oil prices drop after surprise overnight Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• Oil prices drop after surprise overnight Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• China shares yoyo in rocky rebound as Asia recovers following Fed cut
• China shares yoyo in rocky rebound as Asia recovers following Fed cut
• Ivanovic beats Venus Williams in quarterfinals at Australian Open
• Nepali prime minister's health improving, doctors say
• Protest against fuel price rise shuts down Nepal's capital
• Annan arrives in Kenya to mediate deadly dispute over presidential election
• India's benchmark stock index jumps more than 7 percent in rebound from recent losses
• Singapore inflation hits 25-year high; consumer prices up 4.4 percent from December last year
• Famed Asian directors Nakata, Park unveil details of new projects
• Hong Kong's key stock index surges, rebounding from recent losses
• Zaragoza set to present experienced Javier Irureta as new coach on Wednesday
• Hantuchova into semifinals, back among the women's elite after reaching Australian Open semis
• Philippine stock index climbs 2.7 percent on US rate cut
• Euro rises against US dollar after Federal Reserve's surprise interest rate cut
• Hakuho, Asashoryu win at New Year sumo, tied at 10-1 with four days to go
• China shares yoyo in rocky rebound as Asia recovers following Fed cut
• STMicro shares slide as 4Q profit hit by charges from sale of flash memory business
• Williams end Australian Open with 3 losses in 24 hours
• Bird flu kills man in northern Vietnam, country's first human case this year
• Interpol says planning second soccer gambling crackdown in Asia
• Philippines bans deployment of workers to Jordan because of alleged abuses
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• China orders power, coal companies to ease electricity shortages
• Chinese president calls for stepped-up propaganda work ahead of Olympics
• Nepal withdraws fuel price increase after two days of protest
• Prime Minister: New Zealand economy robust enough to handle volatility
• Hundreds of Finnair technical workers in protest strike
• India's benchmark stock index jumps more than 5 percent in rebound from recent losses
• Fed rate cut, global market turmoil, cryptic comments spur speculation Japan may lower rates
• South Korean prosecutors put off decision on Lone Star chairman
• Tear gas at opposition 'mass funeral' in Kenya
• Retired generals urge President Musharraf to step down
• Farewells to India great and series up for grabs make gripping end to Australia-India tests
• Scottish Football Association endorses Southampton's George Burley as new coach
• China says it shut down 44,000 pornographic Web sites last year
• EMC to sponsor major league baseball games in Japan
• ECB chief: global market slump is "vivid reminder" to step up risk management
• German reality show says hip-hop artist thrown off for giving Hitler salute
• Norway's No. 4 airline, Coast Air, declares bankruptcy, immediately grounds all flights
• STMicro shares slide as 4Q profit hit by charges from sale of flash memory business
• EU says Britain too upbeat about economy, public spending in next few years
• Police arrest and then release opposition leader ahead of protest march
• Ex-US Treasury Secretary Snow says more money needed to soften credit, housing woes
• Bernard Hopkins to face Joe Calzaghe at light-heavyweight
• China Mobile CEO wants A-share IPO soon
• Italy's Prodi fights for survival with double confidence votes
• Gaz de France saw 13 percent fourth-quarter sales rise
• England cricket team agrees to play regular 1-day internationals at Ireland
• Kenyans fate rests with two men who have shown little inclination to compromise
• India's benchmark stock index jumps more than 5 percent in rebound from recent losses
• Nearly 3,000 reformers disqualified from running in Iran's parliamentary elections
• Most Asian markets rebound from recent plunge as investors cheer surprise US interest rate cut
• Philippines bans deployment of workers to Jordan because of alleged abuses
• Latin America will increasingly suffer from US recession: Mexico's central bank
• Shell CEO to meet with Nigerian president later this week
• EU slaps Bayer, Zeon with euro34.2 million fine on rubber price fixing charge
• Kenya protesters set fire to building; Annan set to start mediation
• Turkish finance minister says no need to panic amid slowdown in US economy
• Norske Skog shares dip on profit warning due production cuts, currency exchange rates
• Ericsson gets deal to expand mobile broadband coverage in Switzerland
• Federer downs Blake to reach Australian Open semifinals
• Italy's Prodi fights for survival with double confidence votes
• Motorola 4th-quarter profit falls sharply, company warns turnaround taking longer than planned
• South Korean prosecutors put off decision on Lone Star chairman
• Oil prices drop after surprise overnight Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• Latin America will increasingly suffer from US recession: Mexico's central bank
• Zimbabwe police disperse crowd headed to rally; opposition leader held briefly overnight
• UNICEF: As many as 400 children die daily in Myanmar; second-worst record in Asia
• European parliamentarians denounce UN, EU terror blacklisting methods
• Clinton-Obama feud heats up; candidates grapple for handle on economy crisis
• Buffet buys 3 percent stake in Swiss Re
• Federer impresses the players, on and off the court
• Briatore keeps chin up on Renault's chances and Alonso's return despite mixed opening day
• Surgeon says practice nearly destroyed after death of Kanye West's mother
• Zdenek Pospech moves from Sparta Prague to FC Copenhagen on 3 1/2-year contract
• Spain's justice minister wants to outlaw 2 Basque nationalist parties
• UN warns biofuels could fuel deforestation, land disputes
• ECB chief: global market slump is "vivid reminder" to step up risk management
• Italy's Prodi fights for survival with double confidence votes
• German officials upbeat on economy despite market turmoil
• Wife of Britney Spears' paparazzo pal files for separation, citing irreconcilable differences
• Hungary's president sets March 9 as date for referendum on government reforms
• Pfizer 4th-quarter profit falls from year ago but tops estimates; raises 2008 sales guidance
• Delta Air Lines reports narrower 4Q loss on higher sales
• Motorola 4th-quarter profit skids 84 pct, company warns turnaround taking longer than planned
• Lithuanian police arrest alleged IRA dissident for trying to buy weaponry
• US skier Scott Macartney released from hospital after weekend wipeout in Austria
• Retired generals urge President Musharraf to step down
• US philanthropist honors 6 Germans for efforts preserving Jewish history
• US Army spending on tanks boosts General Dynamics fourth-quarter profit
• Officials fail to stop bird flu in eastern India, disease spreading to new areas
• United Technologies 4th-quarter earnings rise 23 percent
• Juande Ramos proves worth of Tottenham's pursuit with 5-1 League Cup win over Arsenal
• AT&T may begin monitoring online traffic to prevent sharing of copyrighted content
• Cell phone struggles worsen at Motorola; 4th-quarter profit skids 84 percent
• US stocks head for sharply slower open as investors remain nervous about state of economy
• Italy's Prodi under pressure to resign even before confidence votes
• World markets remain volatile after surprise US interest rate cut
• Heath Ledger: Career full of artistic risks cut short by early death _ at age 28; autopsy due
• Oil prices drop after surprise Fed cut to halt US slide toward recession
• Retired generals urge President Musharraf to step down
• US budget deficit to rise as economy weakens
• ConocoPhillips says higher energy prices helped drive 4th-quarter profit growth
• Zimbabwe police disperse crowd headed to rally; opposition leader held briefly overnight
• Reports: Manchester City forward Bianchi nears deal with Lazio
• London's FTSE-100 index down 165.41 points to 5,574.70
• Italy's Prodi under pressure to resign even before confidence votes
• US energy secretary says high oil prices impacting American economy
• US stocks open sharply lower as investors remain nervous about state of economy
• House leaders to meet with Treasury secretary on economic stimulus bill
• Belgian athletes will be barred from talking politics at the Olympic sites in Beijing
• Deportivo goalkeeper given 6-month suspended jail sentence for assaulting deputy
• Russian minister: Gold, money reserves of Russia, others can help world economy
• Espanyol's Tamudo to miss 2 months after breaking arm in training
• Obama seeks to distance himself from indicted US donor
• General Motors, Toyota in virtual dead heat in global sales in 2007
• US budget deficit rising as economy weakens
• GM, Toyota in virtual dead heat in global sales in 2007 _ sharing title GM held for 76 years
• Film-legend Ingmar Bergman portrayed on Swedish stamps
• US study finds too many adults skipping vaccinations that could ward off suffering
• Hungarian prime minister predicts growth slowdown in Eastern Europe
• Heath Ledger autopsy inconclusive; more tests needed, medical examiner says
• ConocoPhillips says higher energy prices helped drive 4Q profit growth
• Retired generals urge President Musharraf to step down
• French foreign minister to visit Rwanda in bid to ease troubled ties
• Zimbabwe police disperse crowd headed to rally; opposition leader held briefly overnight
• Sri Lankan air force bombs senior Tamil Tiger rebel's hide-out, military says
• Constellation Brands to sell Almaden, Inglenook wine brands for $134 million
• FIFA threatens to suspend Albania over alleged interference
• Adebayor apologizes for clash with Arsenal teammate Bendtner in 5-1 loss at Tottenham
• Glu Mobile offers to buy Superscape for $36M to gain scale in US market for cell-phone games
• Afghan journalist sentenced to death because of brother's writings: journalist group
• Police assess Amy Winehouse footage for evidence of crime
• Kenya protesters set fire to building; Annan set to start mediation
• Clinton-Obama feud heats up; candidates grapple for handle on economy crisis
• Motorola stock dives on 84 percent profit drop, warning that recovery effort stalled
• Activists demand more action to prevent mother to child AIDS transmission
• White House postpones drug event after actor's death
• Communist Party chief will consider withdrawing from Russian presidential race
• Italy's Prodi under pressure to resign before confidence votes
• New book on anti-Semitism in postwar Poland sparks debate about Polish-Jewish relations
• Norske Skog shares dip on profit warning due production cuts, currency exchange rates
• The Mall celebrates Chinese New Year
• China Airlines to buy 20 new A350s
• Far Eastern Plaza Hotel offers Lunar New Year dining options
• Queensland design comes to town
• Valentine's feast at Sunworld
• WORLDHOTELS holds conference
• Sidelines
• Djokovic reaches Open semi finals
• PGA's drug meet stresses education
• Spurs pummel Arsenal to reach Cup final
• Knoblauch subpoenaed by U.S. House committee
• Bucks blocked out by Suns
• Tom Brady is his own man
• Sharapova eliminates Henin
• Northstar Village competing as a ski attraction
• Taiex falls amid Fed rate concerns
• China Steel cites high demand in reporting NT$61.7b profit
• Greenback firmer against yen; investors remain doubtful
• The Dow Jones staves off sharp early decline
• Most Asian markets rebound as investors hail U.S. rate cut
• In Brief
• U.S. 2008 growth forecast reduced in half by Merrill
• Illegal downloads by students blamed for 15% of revenue loss
• Reports rate US Airways worst at handling luggage
• Thousands of police in London to march over pay 'betrayal'
• Fed's hasty decision may fuel market bubble, experts warn
• Asian central banks pressured to cut rates
• Taiwan December export orders up 17%
• Forte Olive Garden offers diners a fresh taste
• Hotelier Liao pushes practical business hotel idea
• WLFD promotes values of freedom and democracy
• Democracy and freedom hot topics at seminar
• World Freedom Day pays tribute to 14,300 veterans
• Representatives from 15 nations attend WLFD convention
• Ethiopians suffer in silence in troubled Ogaden region
• Wadi Salam is a graveyard even the living dream about
• In Brief
• Thousands march against abortion
• Family denies Heath Ledger killed himself
• U.N. council agrees on draft plan for new Iran sanctions
• Malaysians mark Thaipusam amid high political tensions
• 'Age of India' is upon us
• 'Third forces' must defend democracy
• Chiayi court grants bail to 4 officials
• KMT legislator-elect indicted on charges of election bribery
• Shares of two cement firms fall as gains deemed excessive
• Survey reveals 68 percent of local hypermarkets unsafe
• New plans aim to step up recycling efforts
• Groups call for better business environment
• Health Department may increase tax on cigarettes by 350%
• In Brief
• KMT reportedly mulling resolution on U.N. bid
• U.S.-based Taiwan group urges backing for Hsieh
• Hsieh says referenda cannot be cancelled
• Hamas leader pushes for new border arrangement
• Cabinet gives green light for more flora
• Cabinet to resign en masse today, Chang discloses
• Former foreign presidents to attend democracy forum in Taipei
• Taiwan shares close higher
• Former vice premier seen as potential premier candidate
• Fitch upgrades Cosmos Bank's individual rating to 'D/E'
• Fitch affirms Taiwan-based China Life Insurance
• Find the profit opportunities in the display market at iSuppli's FID Taiwan event
• Eighty-five percent of CIOs expect 'significant change' over next three years, survey reveals
• Energy Insights projects a favorable future for IT in Western European utility firms
• Family of Filipina killed in Kabul hotel blast to get full OWWA benefits
• More than 3,200 OFW beneficiaries apply for Education for Development Scholarship Program
• Cabinet resigns en masse
• Wang to depart for U.S. Friday
• Kenyan rivals Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga meet with Annan mediating, pledge to work for peace
• Ang Lee: Working with Heath Ledger 'one of the purest joys of my life'
• Pfizer 4th-quarter profit falls from year ago but tops estimates; raises 2008 sales guidance
• London's FTSE-100 index down 130.8 points to 5,609.30
• Top Italian skier Karbon injures hand in training fall
• Britney Spears arrives at Los Angeles courthouse for latest hearing in child custody battle
• Kenya protesters set fire to building; Annan set to start mediation
• Soros calls for massive regulation of world financial institutions
• United Technologies 4th-quarter profit up 23 pct on higher sales led by Sikorsky, Otis units
• New book on anti-Semitism in postwar Poland sparks debate about Polish-Jewish relations
• Tomas Verner leads in men's short program as Joubert and Lambiel make mistakes
• Thomas Friedman will be keynote speaker at BookExpo America
• Zaragoza set to present experienced Javier Irureta as new coach on Wednesday
• Eye care products maker Bausch & Lomb appoints new CEO
• Italy's Prodi wins first confidence votes
• European stocks fall as Trichet signals no rate cut
• Zaragoza presents experienced Javier Irureta as new coach
• Zimbabwe police disperse crowd headed to rally; opposition leader held briefly overnight
• Budapest invites actress Charlize Theron to visit after she mistakenly places city in Turkey
• EU: "morally unacceptable" for biofuels to cause environmental destruction
• Barbados recruits foreign-born soccer players for World Cup bid
• Kenya opposition calls of rallies as Annan starts mediation in election dispute
• US Vice President Cheney prods Congress to act soon on surveillance law due to expire Feb. 1
• Tomas Verner leads in men's short program as Joubert and Lambiel make mistakes
• England players vaccinated against mumps after winger Sackey contracts disease
• In time of economic woes, Romney counts on business resume to reassure voters
• Italy's Prodi wins first confidence votes
• Australian uranium company debuts on Namibia Stock Exchange
• U.S. commander says Taliban offensive in eastern Afghanistan appears unlikely
• French retailer Carrefour says 4Q revenues up 10 percent, boosted by French operations
• Former CEO of job-search site Monster settles options backdating case, pays $8M to company
• Budapest invites actress Charlize Theron to visit after she mistakenly places city in Turkey
• British survey finds liberal attitudes to sex _ but women still do the housework
• Kevin O'Connell receives his 20th Oscar nomination, this 1 for `Transformers'
• Rice leaves NATO door open to Ukraine
• Lil Wayne booked on 3 felony drug charges in Yuma after his arrest by DEA agents
• Kenya opposition calls of rallies as Annan starts mediation in election dispute
• Busta Rhymes sentenced to probation, community service on assault, drunken driving charges
• Kenya protesters set fire to building; Annan set to start mediation
• Eye care products maker Bausch & Lomb appoints new CEO
• Sunderland signs Sweden striker Rade Prica to a 3 1/2-year contract from Aalborg
• Rice leaves NATO door open to Ukraine
• Maria Sharapova set to make Fed Cup debut for Russia
• Lithuania arrests 2 Real IRA suspects over attempt to buy weapons
• Lawsuit claims insurance company discriminated against Haitians
• Error lands horse sale ad in newspapers' food classifieds
• Oil prices fall on concerns stockpiles are growing as the US economy, and demand, is slowing
• Police assess Amy Winehouse footage for evidence of crime
• Eddie Johnson joins Fulham, becoming fifth American at club
• Heath Ledger autopsy inconclusive; 10 days needed for definitive cause of death
• US budget deficit will rise to $250 billion as economy weakens
• Painful outlook for global growth presents challenge for Sarkozy's reform program
• Key measures to boost growth to Sarkozy
• Popular PGA Tour caddie, Steve Duplantis, killed, struck by car while crossing street
• Tunisia scores late goal to hold Senegal to 2-2 draw at African Cup of Nations
• Rice, at Davos, says US economy is resilient, can weather turbulence
• Scottish Football Association endorses Southampton's George Burley as new coach
• Ukraine's Tymoshenko calls for hiking fee for transit of gas from Russia to Europe
• Tunisia scores late goal to hold Senegal to 2-2 draw at African Cup of Nations
• Cadiz set to sign Poland winger Kosowski from Wisla Krakow on 2 1/2-year contract
• US documents say EPA staff favored California waiver for tailpipe emissions
• Washington Redskins Pro Bowlers to wear jersey No. 21 to honor Sean Taylor
• Clinton-Obama animosity overshadows campaign message;
• House leaders negotiate with Treasury secretary to get quick US economic stimulus bill
• IOC opens bid process for inaugural Winter Youth Olympics in 2012
• Tom Cruise set as presenter at Screen Actors Guild Awards, upping show's formidable star power
• 10-man Roma draws 1-1 with Sampdoria in first leg of Italian Cup quarterfinals
• Stopping fraud, or voters? Photo ID laws incite battle over voter's rights in the U.S.
• Lens beats host Valenciennes 2-1 in French league
• Police say rolled-up $20 bill was found in Ledger's apartment, though no illegal drugs
• Britney Spears arrives at LA courthouse, then leaves the building
• Ukraine court prohibits construction of shopping mall near Euro 2012 stadium
• Oil prices fall on concerns stockpiles are growing as the US economy, and demand, is slowing
• Lil Wayne booked on 3 felony drug charges in Arizona
• Police say rolled-up $20 bill was found in Ledger's apartment, though no illegal drugs
• Clinton-Obama animosity overshadows campaign message;
• What ails Britney? Whatever it is, therapists wish the armchair diagnoses would stop
• Tom Cruise set as presenter at Screen Actors Guild Awards, upping show's formidable star power
• Mexico's antitrust watchdog launches investigation into fixed telephone services
• US study finds too many adults skipping vaccinations that could ward off suffering
• Finish Line, UBS to appeal order for $1.5B Genesco acquisition
• Oil prices fall on concerns stockpiles are growing as the US economy, and demand, is slowing
• Tunisia scores late goal to hold Senegal to 2-2 draw at African Cup of Nations
• Gold down
• New York mayor criticizes US stimulus package and charges Washington mismanaged economy
• Germans retain European figure skating pairs title
• Wall Street turns higher as bargain hunters enter the market
• Clinton-Obama animosity overshadows campaign message;
• Divisions show as Venezuelans mark 50th anniversary of dictator's fall
• US Vice President Cheney prods Congress to act soon on surveillance law due to expire Feb. 1
• New Zealand's key interest rate holds steady as central bank fights inflation
• Dollar rises against euro and pound, but falls versus yen
• Getafe edges Mallorca 1-0 in first leg of Copa del Rey quarterfinals
• Italy's Prodi wins first confidence vote but could go down in Senate
• More than 2,000 reformers disqualified from running in Iran's parliamentary elections
• Cuba cruise visitors plunge 90 percent after Castro's comments, US buyout
• Tomas Verner leads in men's short program, Germans retain pairs title
• Virgin Galactic unveils model for space plane
• River Plate sell forward Marco Ruben to Villarreal
• Alpharma launches first pain patch for U.S. using anti-inflammatory drug
• PSV, Ajax both win to stay atop Dutch league
• Italian Soccer Summaries
• Denver Nuggets coach Karl hoping to lure Nene to visit practice soon
• New Motorola CEO gives gloomy view of recovery effort; profit, shares plummet
• Atalanta beats AC Milan 2-1 in Serie A; Roma draws 1-1 at Sampdoria in Cup
• Police say rolled-up $20 bill found in Ledger's apartment, but no illegal drugs
• Van Heerden scores late equalizer as South Africa draws 1-1 with Angola
• Stopping fraud, or voters? Photo ID laws incite battle over voter's rights in the U.S.
• Venezuela opposition parties unite as country marks 50 years of democracy
• All Blacks to make Grand Slam tour after England agree to test
• Apple CEO takes $1 salary in 2007, realizes $14.6M gain exercising options
• Closure of mortgage business, loan losses, lowers Capital One 4Q profit by 42 percent
• Qualcomm first-quarter profit jumps 18 percent on phone demand
• Busta Rhymes sentenced to probation, community service on assault charges
• Commodities prices slump as investors wonder whether weaker demand will halt the boom
• Greenwood's score for `There Will Be Blood' was not eligible for Oscar
• Atalanta beats AC Milan 2-1 in Serie A; Inter and Juventus draw 2-2 in Cup
• Clifton added to NFL Pro Bowl, but what about Favre?
• House leaders report progress in emergency US economic stimulus talks with Treasury secretary
• Cadiz signs Poland winger Kosowski from Wisla Krakow on 2 1/2-year contract
• Ford Motor to offer buyouts to all US hourly workers
• Latin America will increasingly suffer from US recession: Mexico's central bank
• New York mayor criticizes US stimulus package, charges Washington mismanaged economy
• In Paraguay, a woman opens quest to become South America's third sitting "presidenta"
• Lyon beats Lorient 2-0 to bounce back in French league
• NY Philharmonic concert in North Korea to be seen worldwide
• Indian aviation industry set for take off, says Indian official
• EBay CEO confirms she's leaving as online auctioneer posts Q4 profit gain, tepid outlook
• Medical breakthrough spares kidney transplant patients from taking anti-rejection drugs
• French cosmetics giant L'Oreal makes offer for PPR's YSL Beaute
• Filmmaker Ethan Coen makes off-Broadway debut with `Almost an Evening'
• Wall Street pulls off stunning comeback from yet another sharp decline
• Chelsea beats Everton 1-0 to reach English League Cup final
• Canada backs out of UN anti-racism conference
• Lyon beats Lorient 2-0 to bounce back in French league
• US Treasurys end mixed after frenetic day that saw 2-year, 30-year yields at historic lows
• Brazil maintains prime interest rate amid concerns about inflation, US economy
• Stopping fraud, or voters? Photo ID laws incite biggest voting legal battle since Bush v. Gore
• Yahoo in early talks with major labels over possible MP3-based music service
• Venezuela opposition parties unite as country marks 50 years of democracy
• Late goal gives South Africa 1-1 draw with Angola; Tunisia rallies to tie Senegal
• Valencia beats Atletico 1-0 in Copa del Rey quarterfinal first leg
• Virgin Galactic unveils model for space plane it plans to test this year
• Documents say U.S. agency staff favored California waiver for tailpipe emissions
• Chelsea beats Everton 1-0 to reach English League Cup final
• Symantec's 3rd-quarter profit rises 13 percent; shares climb on 4th-quarter forecast
• Peru state oil company to revamp its largest refinery, boost output
• Top US Latin America diplomat discounts probability of Colombia-Venezuela conflict
• Cheruiyot, Grigoryeva to defend Boston Marathon titles
• A private guy, an urban dad, a huge talent: Ledger's death strikes a sad chord for many
• General Motors, Toyota in virtual dead heat in global sales in 2007
• In country music capital, travelers even hear Nashville sound live city's airport
• Tough times for Pakistan's religious minorities
• Officials fail to stop bird flu in eastern India, disease spreading to new areas
• Health of former Indonesian dictator deteriorates, infection spreads
• India wins toss in 4th test, to bat 1st
• New Motorola CEO gives gloomy view of recovery effort; profit, shares plummet
• Miami Beach Art Deco tours show off architectural styles
• Skiing at Whistler: Perfect powder at a price
• Mexico eco-parks: See wildlife and nature near Cancun
• Whistler Kids gets the little ones skiing
• Japan trade surplus down 20.9 pct in December
• Norwegian men dominate World Cup cross country races in Canmore
• MySpace to bring BBC video to worldwide audience with ad-share deal
• Clinton-Obama animosity overshadows campaign message as Edwards joins
• America's Cup case extended, Alinghi given 4 more days
• EBay CEO confirms she's leaving as online auctioneer posts Q4 profit gain, tepid outlook
• Union: Philadelphia Inquirer owners warn more cost cuts needed
• Bush issues executive order to implement law on national security reviews
• Britney Spears comes to LA courthouse, suddenly leaves; no change in visitation suspension
• Wal-Mart plans to take leadership role in energy, trade, health costs
• Met Opera postpones deal with In Demand for pay-per-view performances
• After off-course issues, Woods, Mickelson headline Buick Invitational
• Rocket in US museum for 2 years was no dud; bomb technicians safely dispose of it
• Starbucks giving $1 coffee, free refills a try in Seattle
• United sign Colombian defender Martinez; Argentina's Gallardo could be next
• Senate probe finds UN poverty program paid company with ties to NKorean weapon sales
• U.S. commander orders planning to help Pakistan fight insurgents over long term
• Officials: Ledger had 6 prescriptions, but no illegal drugs
• Australian publishing icon The Bulletin shuts down after 128 years
• Massage therapist's first call after finding Ledger in bedroom was to Mary-Kate Olsen
• Evan Galbraith, US ambassador to France under Reagan, dies of cancer at age 79
• Japan warship leaves port to resume anti-terror mission in Indian Ocean
• Prosecutors say Lone Star chief free to leave South Korea after days of questioning
• Bloomberg calls stimulus package shortsighted, says Washington should help homeowners
• Toyota still No. 2 after falling just short of GM in global vehicle sales last year
• Officials: Ledger had 6 prescriptions, but no illegal drugs
• Canada stopped Afghan detainee transfers after seeing torture evidence
• Californian 'vampire' locked up for Bolivia bombings
• US study finds too many adults skipping vaccinations that could ward off suffering
• Sehwag, India make strong start in 4th test
• Ponte Preta downs Mirassol 3-2, wins third straight in Paulista
• China says 2007 GDP growth 11.4 percent, with overheating still a risk amid investment boom
• Blogger Perez Hilton gets $85,000 in Lohan friend's lawsuit
• Ponte Preta downs Mirassol 3-2, wins third straight in Paulista
• Falcons hire Jaguars assistand Mike Smith as head coach
• China says December inflation 6.5 percent despite government price controls
• Oil prices rise near $88 after steep drop overnight; market eyes US oil inventory data
• Lil Wayne booked on 3 felony drug charges in Arizona after his arrest by DEA agents
• US Sec. Rice heads to Colombia to push trade deal over Democrat opposition
• Reformers disqualified from running in Iran's parliamentary elections
• Wall Street whiplash: Stocks plunge, then post big gains on day after Fed rate cut
• From the mouths of babes: 5-year-old asks Bill Clinton tough question about marriage
• Thieves in Malaysia load stolen cow into the back seat of a car
• Australian foreign minister heads to US, Japan
• Ferguson backs Liverpool rival Benitez in row with club's American owners
• Lone Star chairman leaves South Korea after 10 days of questioning by prosecutors
• World junior pairs champs lead seniors at U.S. figure skating championships
• Zimbabwe wins toss, elects to bat
• Letter: Canada stops Afghan detainee transfers after seeing torture evidence
• Steve Coogan comedy 'Hamlet 2' is big buy at Sundance
• Sharapova advances to Australian Open final
• Bird flu outbreak in Thailand for first time in 10 months
• Apple CEO takes $1 salary in 2007, realizes $14.6M gain exercising options
• Joke book editor settles copyright suit with Leno, NBC
• India's benchmark stock index jumps 2.2 in opening trade
• Philippine stock index jumps 2.9 percent, tracking Wall Street's overnight rise
• Pact on emergency economy rescue near as lawmakers, White House make significant concessions
• Health of former Indonesian dictator improves but condition remains critical
• Health of former Indonesian dictator improves but condition remains critical
• Endowments soar at some US universities, creating tension with other institutions
• Medical breakthrough spares kidney transplant patients from taking anti-rejection drugs
• Rice heads to Colombia to push trade deal over Democrat opposition
• Analysis: Bush's strategy to reduce nuclear danger is not paying off
• 'Super Tuesday' won't decide US presidential nominees for either party
• Falcons hire Jaguars defensive coordinator Mike Smith as head coach
• Japan's trade surplus down 20.9 percent in December
• Asian markets rise for 2nd day after Wall Street's stunning comeback
• Hyundai Motor says 4th-quarter profit falls 30.6 percent
• Shanghai mayor vows to clean up city's corrupt image, defuse tensions over projects
• Tendulkar half century evens up fourth Australia-India test
• Republican US presidential candidates divided over what to do about global warming
• Hong Kong's benchmark stock index up 3 percent at midday, tracking Wall Street gains
• Death toll from tainted Chinese antibiotic rises to 14
• India's benchmark stock index rises up 1 percent
• Officials: Ledger had 6 prescriptions, but no illegal drugs
• Dodgers and Padres to play exhibition games in Beijing
• Dollar rises against yen in Asia; still seen weak amid US recession fears
• Australian Allan Davis wins third stage of Tour Down Under, Mark Renshaw leads overall
• Sharapova, Ivanovic advance to Australian Open final
• Ohio high court debates family's rights to body parts after son's brain removed in autopsy
• Bill Clinton says race, gender to decide South Carolina vote; Republicans look to Florida
• Cavaliers post most lopsided win in 14 years to thrash Wizards 121-85
• Sundin scores with 29 seconds left to give Maple Leafs victory over Capitals
• Japan's main stock index up 2 percent amid recovery in Asia
• Japan's top mobile phone carrier teams up with Google to provide search, other services
• Sharapova shares intimate childhood memories after reaching Australian final
• Report: Nokia chief says company will not change decision to close German plant
• Tanvir records career best figures to stifle Zimbabwe in one-dayer
• Interfax: 13 percent of signatures nominating Kremlin critic for presidential race invalid
• Hyundai Motor says 4th-quarter profit falls 31 percent, but still hails annual result
• Pakistan troops kill 40 militants in raids close to Afghan border
• Euro rises vs US dollar
• Toyota still No. 2 after GM, but competition will only intensify in 2008 in new markets
• Nintendo earnings nearly double on hit Wii console, DS handheld; sales forecast revised upward
• Sharapova, Ivanovic advance to Australian Open final
• Taiwan's Cabinet resigns following legislative polls
• London Stock Exchange Group PLC 3Q revenue up 87 percent
• China's companies start to feel pinch of looming US slowdown, scramble to adapt
• Siemens first-quarter profit rises sharply, beats analysts expectations
• Philippine fishermen ask George Clooney to help resume talks to end communist insurgency
• India stocks reverse early gains; benchmark index down 1.1 percent
• SKorean president apologizes for state killings of citizens during Korean War
• Tendulkar century gives India the edge in fourth test
• Oil prices rise to near US$88 a barrel after steep drop overnight; US inventory data eyed
• Spain's BBVA sees 4th-quarter profit rise 12.5 percent
• Britain to unveil new terrorism law proposals
• China aluminum maker Chalco stops output at 2 units amid power shortages
• Asian markets mixed after Wall Street's stunning comeback; Hang Seng drops 2.3 percent
• France's PPR reports 15 percent revenue jump after Puma acquisition
• Ex-South Korean leader opposes plan to scrap unification ministry
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Hakuho, Asashoryu win to remain tied for lead at New Year sumo
• Sundin scores with 29 seconds left to give Maple Leafs victory over Capitals
• Poet arrested in Myanmar for criticizing junta leader
• LG Electronics 4th-quarter profit surges on record phone sales, turnaround in flat panel unit
• Indonesian man dies of bird flu, bringing national toll to 98
• Officials say Kremlin critic's bid for presidential race invalid
• Hong Kong's key index drops 2.3 percent on French bank's writedown
• Sony Ericsson launches 2 classic phones, 2 radio handsets
• German economic institute reports unexpected rise in business climate sentiment
• Lawyer in judicial video scandal says he was only bragging
• India's novice investors learning hard lessons about capitalism in market's slide
• China shares edge higher as economic data boosts retailer, agriculture shares
• Tendulkar thankful to get century on Bradman's home ground
• Deal near on economic rescue package as lawmakers, White House make concessions
• Nokia stock up sharply; CEO says company will not change decision to close German plant
• Asian markets mixed after Wall Street's stunning comeback; Hang Seng drops 2.3 percent
• Sundin scores with 29 seconds left to give Maple Leafs victory over Capitals
• Pakistan troops kill 40 militants in raids close to Afghan border
• Detained ethnic Indian activist hospitalized in Malaysia during hunger strike
• Siemens first-quarter profit rises sharply, beats analysts expectations
• Fighting in Sri Lanka kills 22 as panel submits power-sharing proposals
• Annan meets Kenyan leader in bid to mediate deadly electoral dispute
• Initial autopsy inconclusive, but officials say Heath Ledger had 6 prescription drugs nearby
• Dominant Madrid aims to further lead in Spanish league against Villarreal
• German economic institute reports unexpected rise in business climate sentiment
• Societe Generale chief calls trader who frauded bank 'irrational'
• Greece: German man convicted for murder of girlfriend, keeping her corpse
• Pakistan beats Zimbabwe by five wickets in second one-dayer
• Nokia 4Q profits up 44 percent to euro1.8 billion, market share reaches 40 percent
• Philippine stock index jumps 2.9 percent, tracking Wall Street's overnight rise
• India stocks reverse early gains; benchmark index falls 2.2 percent
• Taken for Granted: Chelsea manager still on defensive despite reaching first final
• Oil prices rise to near US$88 a barrel after steep drop overnight; US inventory data eyed
• More than 50 people protest in central Beijing over land grievances
• European markets up sharply after Wall Street's stunning comeback
• China grows 11.2 percent in 4th quarter, says strong growth likely to continue
• Tottenham facing even tougher task against Man United in FA Cup; Newcastle at Arsenal
• Sharapova shares intimate childhood memories after reaching Australian final
• Pakistan drops wicketless fast bowler Niazi from squad for third one-dayer
• Pakistan fights hard to beat Zimbabwe by five wickets in second one-dayer
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Ancient palm tree in Vienna honoring the late Empress Sisi to be chopped down
• Lockheed Martin 4th-qtr profit rises 10 percent; raises 2008 outlook on aeronautics strength
• U.S. stocks head for higher open a day after sharp reversal sends stocks higher
• London's FTSE-100 index up 240.05 points to 5,849.40
• Nadal loses to unseeded Tsonga in Australian Open semifinals
• Undefeated Inter still getting new players involved
• UK government minister to resign after funding case referred to police
• 27 Swedish soccer fans convicted for rioting and assault
• Xerox 4th-quarter profit rises 79 percent, company adds $1 billion to stock buyback
• Kenyan rivals Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga to meet with Annan mediating
• Profit drops, sales flat in Hershey's fourth quarter
• Owner of tanker in South Korea's worst oil spill denies wrongdoing; offers sympathy
• Forget sophomore slump _ Lewis Hamilton sees no room for error in 2008 Formula One season
• Nokia 4Q profits up 44 percent to euro1.8 billion, market share reaches 40 percent
• Senior UK government minister to resign after funding case referred to police
• Scotland set to announce Southampton's George Burley as national team coach
• Austrian Airlines to launch twice-daily service to Dubai from mid-November
• Moderate Dutch Muslims appeal for calm before release of anti-Quran film
• European markets up sharply after Wall Street's stunning comeback
• German economic institute reports unexpected rise in business climate sentiment
• Profit-oriented Wikia eying IPO in long term
• Merkel ally in tight spot as 2 German states vote after divisive campaign
• Officials say Kremlin critic's bid for presidential race invalid
• Bill Clinton says race, gender to decide South Carolina vote; Republicans look to Florida
• Bollywood stars and industry leaders splash huge money on Twenty-20 league teams
• New Bond film to be titled "Quantum of Solace"
• Leader Lyon searching for consistency in French league
• Sovereign funds under microscope in Davos, with calls for more transparency louder
• Slovenian government fires deputy minister for saying pensioners only threatened by death
• Senior UK government minister resigns after funding case referred to police
• Ford loses $2.8B in 4Q, $2.7B in 2007 on North American weakness, says US sales outlook grim
• Thailand's king endorses ousted PM's adviser as new parliamentary speaker
• Hyundai Motor says 4th-quarter profit falls 31 percent, but still hails annual result
• U.S. comedian Will Ferrell wins Joyce award, vows to read some of his work
• Amateurs chase biggest FA Cup upset against 7-time winner Liverpool
• US jobless claims fall for a fourth straight week to the lowest level in 4 months
• Deal puts Turkey's governing party closer to parliamentary vote on lifting head scarf ban
• Profit drops, sales flat in candymaker Hershey's fourth quarter
• Federer, Woods lead Laureus sportsman of year nominations
• Report: Finnish biathlete Kaisa Varis faces new doping allegations
• UK takeover regulator sets deadline for Carlsberg, Heineken to formalize Newcastle offer
• Volkswagen recalls 27,000 Golf, Jetta diesels over possible fault
• Rogge pledges full support to new WADA president in fight against doping
• US jobless claims fall for a fourth straight week to the lowest level in 4 months
• Initial autopsy inconclusive, but officials say Heath Ledger had 6 prescription drugs nearby
• US liberal group plans yearlong anti-Bush campaign to deny positive legacy
• Dominant Madrid aims to further lead in Spanish league against Villarreal
• Bush ignores US Democratic opposition and seeks confirmation for torture memo author
• Prodi's chances of winning vote for Italian government's survival seem bleak
• Scotland set to announce Southampton's George Burley as national team coach
• Marion 'Suge' Knight is named in Los Angeles gang injunction that he calls a 'publicity stunt'
• AT&T reports $3.1 billion in earnings for Q4, reaffirms 2008 guidance
• UEFA president Platini pushes for European sports police force
• US stocks open moderately higher following report showing employment remains stable
• Two men to be arraigned for break in at Republican Mitt Romney's headquarters in Boston
• Louisiana woman accumulates 55,000 pennies, plans to take the crush of coins to the bank
• Ford Motor expands buyout, early retirement offers to cut labor costs
• Rafael Nadal loses in straight sets to unseeded Tsonga in Australian Open semifinals
• US homebuilder Lennar 4Q loss balloons to $1.25 billion on land write-downs
• Moskvina looks ahead after Russians fade
• Lockheed Martin 4th-qtr profit rises 10 percent; raises 2008 outlook on aeronautics strength
• Stevie Wonder to perform at 2008 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
• Deal near on US economic rescue package as lawmakers, White House make concessions
• Prodi's pitches for survival in Senate ahead of confidence vote
• Performance by Lebanese diva stirs up political friction between Lebanon and Syria
• 9 police killed in US-led operation in Afghanistan; NATO soldier killed in separate blast
• US woman says Dannon overstates health benefits of some products
• Pakistan troops kill 40 militants as anti-government protesters battle police
• Unemployment rate in brazil drops to lowest rate since 2002
• New Bond film to be titled 'Quantum of Solace'
• Oil prices rise above US$88 a barrel after steep drop overnight; US inventory data eyed
• Sales of existing single-family US homes drop in 2007 by largest amount in 25 years
• Officials say Kremlin critic's bid for presidential race might be invalid
• Endowments soar at some US universities, creating tension with other institutions
• Swiss court provisionally suspends CAS decision against Al Ittihad in soccer transfer dispute
• Japan warship leaves port to resume anti-terror mission in Indian Ocean
• Shares in US bond insurers rise on hopes for a bailout to protect industry, avoid downgrades
• Goalkeeper Roy Carroll joins Derby from Rangers
• China lashes out at Dalai Lama, other Olympic critics
• Austria defender Proedl signs for Bundesliga's Werder Bremen
• Amateurs chase biggest FA Cup upset against 7-time winner Liverpool
• Trader named in Societe Generale banking fraud case
• Javanese believe ancient mysticism shielding ex-dictator Suharto from death
• Standing drops as Giuliani spends money, time in must-win Florida
• Euro up against US dollar as European stock markets rebound
• Kenyan rivals Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga meet with Annan mediating, pledge to work for peace
• Xerox 4th-quarter profit rises 79 percent, company adds $1 billion to stock buyback
• UK Cabinet minister resigns after campaign finance case referred to police
• Sales of existing single-family US homes drop in 2007 by largest amount in 25 years
• Denmark's Jan Poulsen named Armenia coach
• Bush pushes Congress to extend and expand US government's eavesdropping authority
• Scotland announces Southampton's George Burley as national team coach
• Rogge pledges full support to new WADA president in fight against doping
• Serbia's prime minister conditions his support to pro-Western president in runoff vote
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Democrats, Republicans reach deal on tax rebates, business breaks to stimulate US economy
• Trader named in Societe Generale banking fraud case
• Pakistani politician Imran Khan says US must push for independent judiciary in Pakistan
• Norwegian company to build pioneering carbon dioxide capture plant in bid to protect climate
• Shares in US bond insurers fall on SCA downgrade, despite hopes for industry bailout
• Haig, Westwood share lead at Qatar Masters
• Bill Clinton says race, gender to decide South Carolina vote; Republicans look to Florida
• Plan B
• Taipei Artist Village
• National Palace Museum
• What's On
• United States spending its way toward disaster, says documentary film
• Now Showing
• 'Godzilla' plus YouTube equals 'Cloverfield'
• For the record
• Interview with your vampire - Marilyn Manson
• With nominees this good, let's hope the show goes on
• Meatball with Spanish flair
• New cookbook pairing food, beer
• Ledger's autopsy 'inconclusive,' authority reveals
• MLB hopes for Olympic boost from China debut
• Tendulkar's century puts India back in game
• Raptors shock high-flying Celtics
• Sharapova advances to Australian Open final
• Sidelines
• Last-gasp goal by Sundin gives Leafs win over Caps
• Ivanovic reaches Open final
• Federer downs Blake to reach semi finals of Australian Open
• Counselor works to save South African marriages
• In Brief
• Twenty die in Poland air crash
• Japanese ship heads back to 'war on terror'
• Gunbattles in Pakistan kill nearly 50, army says
• Suicide bomber kills police chief in Mosul
• Palestinians pour into Egypt for second consecutive day
• Ma's details, Hsieh's vision
• Taiex finishes up 108 points ahead of Cabinet turnover
• Motorola falls on 84% profit drop, cites slower demand for products
• In Brief
• Wall Street stocks plunge, then post gains 1 day after U.S. Fed rate cut
• U.S. nears economic package agreement
• South Korea says firms set to develop next generation of semiconductors
• Toyota reports over 9 million vehicles sold in 2007
• China's economy seen remaining in fourth place behind Germany
• Taipei gets rare opportunity to display French artworks
• In Brief
• Yao defends role as DPP adviser, says he is only offering his opinions
• Hsieh aims to hold peace negotiations with PRC if elected
• Brazil resumes issuing visas to Taiwan tourists
• Taiwan withdraws medics from hospital in Malawi
• Psychiatrist calls for charcoal regulations
• Taiwan slides to 40th in survey of environmental performance
• New Year's food catalogues get poor ratings
• Game buffs get chance to try out new releases
• Societe Generale reports a US$7.2b trading loss
• Former Mexican leader calls off trip to Taiwan
• Chang optimistic as Cabinet resigns en masse
• IDC finds slower growth in the mobile phone market in 2007
• Shanghai's property market to sustain growth momentum in 2008, says Savills
• Climate change to hit health above economy: study
• Mga Regalo
• Ang anghel
• Dalawang mukha ng Pasko
• Kuwentong Pamasko
• Pagmamahal ng isang Ina
• Kakaibang regalo
• Taiwan share prices surge for second consecutive day
• Two men to be arraigned for break in at Romney headquarters
• General Electric attorney's class action lawsuit to go forward
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• UK Cabinet minister resigns after campaign finance case referred to police
• Democrats, Republicans reach tentative deal on tax rebates to boost US economy
• Delobel and Schoenfelder extend lead in ice dance at European Championships
• London's FTSE-100 index up 266.50 points to 5875.80
• Yad Vashem memorial launches Arabic Web site to combat Holocaust denial
• Oil prices rise after US report says heating oil stockpiles fell unexpectedly last week
• No extra charge: US shopper brings home frog in lettuce
• Prodi's pitches for survival in Senate ahead of confidence vote
• Kenyan rivals Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga meet with Annan mediating, pledge to work for peace
• World Cup-winning England flanker Richard Hill to retire from rugby at end of season
• US liberal group plans yearlong anti-Bush campaign to deny positive legacy
• English Soccer Fixtures
• Union officials: Societe Generale trader suffered "family problems"
• Mexico eco-parks: See wildlife and nature near Cancun
• Democrats, Republicans reach tentative deal on tax rebates to boost US economy
• Bill Clinton says race, gender to decide South Carolina vote; Republicans look to Florida
• General Electric attorney's class action lawsuit to go forward
• German economic institute reports unexpected rise in business climate sentiment
• Trey Anastasio of Phish spends 2 days in upstate NY jail after missing counseling session
• Nasdaq CEO says no more acquisitions until 2009
• Benin coach asked by stranger if he could influence match against Mali
• Boston museum sues Austrian woman over disputed painting sold during Nazi era
• Congress, White House complete deal on tax rebates, business breaks to boost US economy
• FIFA bans former Kenyan soccer officials for corruption
• Funeral arrangements for Ledger done, family to arrive Friday
• Chambers and Povetkin fight to see who will be next big heavyweight
• US couple protests jet noise with obscene rooftop sign
• Damien Duff returns to Ireland squad for friendly against Brazil
• Fiat reports 27 percent increase in net income and says net debt has been wiped out
• Bucs' Alstott makes it official: He's retired
• Bush pushes Congress to extend and expand US government's eavesdropping authority
• Nokia stock surges 14 percent as 4Q profit up 44 percent, market share hits 40 percent
• Patriots coach refuses to talk about Brady injury
• US hospital locked down as wounded Mexican police official treated
• French beverage company Pernod Ricard says 2Q revenue rises 5.2 percent
• Tom Petty talks Super Bowl performance, announces Heartbreakers summer tour
• Morgan Stanley plans to lay off 1,000 workers to cut expenses, according to reports
• Leeson says Societe Generale fraud shows banks still don't have enough controls
• Oil prices jump after Bush, Congress reach agreement on US economic stimulus plan
• AT&T reports $3.1 billion in 4Q earnings with boost from wireless
• Union officials: Societe Generale trader suffered "family problems"
• Murdoch says Wall Street Journal's Web site will continue to charge for full access
• Jamaica calls up Marlon King for friendly against Costa Rica
• Canada's central bank warns of tough times, cuts growth forecast
• Bank of America lays off a quarter of its securities analysts as part of wider cuts
• Dutch FM calls Syria 'indispensable part' of Mideast peace
• U.S. environment agency chief faces lawmakers, defends greenhouse gas waiver denial
• Asteroid to make close pass by Earth next week
• Tentative stimulus package includes boon to higher-priced housing markets
• Feindouno scores twice to lead Guinea over Morocco 3-2 at African Cup
• ECB's Trichet reaffirms in Davos that price stability crucial for economic growth
• Daniel Craig returns as James Bond in 'Quantum of Solace'
• US stocks seek to extend gains following employment report, economic stimulus plan
• Feindouno scores twice to lead Guinea over Morocco 3-2 at African Cup
• French cosmetics giant L'Oreal says 4Q revenue rises 6.6 percent
• 'Save Scrabulous!' Please do not take away our little guilty pleasure
• Prime Minister Gordon Brown promotes younger lawmakers in shuffle of Cabinet pack
• Official says NHL in talks to open next season in Sweden and Czech Republic
• As US Senate takes up eavesdropping bill, Bush opens wiretapping documents to House members
• Oil prices jump after Bush, Congress reach agreement on US economic stimulus plan
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Clinton, Obama downplay their rhetoric following angry exchanges ahead of S. Carolina vote
• `Sheba' comes back to Broadway with S. Epatha Merkerson
• Year of the reef launched to explore threats to coral
• In speech to World Economic Forum, Bill Gates touts "creative capitalism"
• IMF predicts 'below-potential' economic growth in US, but expects no recession
• Oil prices jump after Bush, Congress reach agreement on US economic stimulus plan
• IBM wins EU approval for US$5 billion (euro3.43 billion) purchase of Cognos
• General Motors sets up engineering group for electric vehicles, hybrids
• `The Color Purple' closes on Broadway Feb. 24 after a 2-year run
• Bolivia could learn high-altitude baseball for Chavez's new league
• Italy's Prodi loses confidence vote; about to hand in resignation
• Jordan's parliament ends fuel subsidies in 2008 budget
• Actor Danny Glover convicted of trespassing in Canada
• Suspended for stamping, Flannery to miss entire Six Nations
• Bush administration tries to defuse opposition to long-term pact with Iraq on U.S. presence
• US newspaper industry reports 6 percent growth in online users in 2007
• Court affirms order, permits investigators to continue probe of MLB doping info
• Report: Liverpool's American owners close to refinancing package deal
• General Electric attorney's class action lawsuit to go forward
• Second-half goals give Racing 2-0 win over Bilbao in Copa del Rey quarters
• Movies critical of police and government are hits in Egypt
• Union officials: Societe Generale trader suffered "family problems"
• Congress, Treasury secretary announce deal on tax rebates, business breaks to boost economy
• Italy's Prodi resigns after losing confidence vote on his government
• Amy Winehouse enters rehab for drug addiction, record company says
• Tentative stimulus package includes boon to higher-priced US housing markets
• All-time MLS leading goal-scorer Moreno re-signs with United
• Dollar mostly falls as economic worries continue
• Civil servants take to French streets to protest job cuts, low salaries
• From South Carolina churches to barbershops, goal is to get out the black vote
• Russian woman returns home to a nasty surprise: it's not there
• Senate rejects attempt to expand secret court's oversight of eavesdropping
• US military officer in visit to Uzbekistan, 2 years after troops leave
• US stocks extend their gains following employment report, hopes for stimulus plan
• Church condemns distribution morning after pills during Carnival
• Clinton, Obama downplay their rhetoric following angry exchanges ahead of S. Carolina vote
• Brazil bandits cut off woman's hair with machete
• US State Department names former World Bank chief as head of arms control panel
• Republicans look to gain edge in Florida debate
• Sun 2Q profit nearly doubles, beating analyst estimates
• Democrat Kucinich quits US presidential race
• Colorado House censures lawmaker for kicking newspaper photographer
• Italy's Prodi resigns after losing confidence vote on his government
• Agogo winner gives host African Cup host Ghana scrappy 1-0 win over Namibia
• US State Department names former World Bank chief as head of arms control panel
• Gold, agricultural futures surge on expected Federal Reserve rate cut, Wall Street recovery
• US official: Washington can work on poverty with Nicaraguan President Ortega
• Clinton, Obama downplay their rhetoric following angry exchanges ahead of S. Carolina vote
• Loeb takes lead in Monte Carlo Rally
• Greenspan says chance of a U.S. recession about a 50-50 'or maybe slightly more'
• Bordeaux edges Saint-Etienne 1-0, keeps pace with French league leader Lyon
• US debt in 'severe' distress, at highest level since 2003
• Two quick goals lift Lazio past Fiorentina in first leg of Italian Cup quarters
• SEC finding could bring 'genocide-free' proposal before Fidelity shareholders
• What about Bill: Former president takes new role as wife's defender-in-chief, and not quietly
• Democrat Kucinich quits US presidential race
• Messi, Iniesta and Barcelona held 0-0 at Villarreal in first leg of Copa del Rey quarters
• Merck, Schering-Plough sued over cholesterol drugs marketing
• Designer Diane von Furstenberg's studio sues Target over dress design
• Archbishop, Saint Louis basketball coach trade barbs over abortion rights
• South Korea's economic growth accelerates in 4th quarter of 2007
• Verner holds on to win men's title at European Figure Skating Championships
• Premier Romano Prodi resigns after Senate defeat, Italy awaits elections or new gov't
• Amgen's profit rises, but its outlook for 2008 earnings is shy of Wall Street expectations
• Lyric Opera of Chicago announces 2008-2009 season
• Ghana tops Namibia 1-0, moves to brink of quarterfinals at African Cup
• Japan consumer price index rises in December, marking biggest increase in nearly decade
• Villarreal signs River Plate forward Marco Ruben through 2013
• Venezuela limits car imports as government looks to boost local production
• Microsoft 2Q profit up 79 percent, helped by Windows sales
• Calcutta under bird flu threat as virus flares in Asia
• Analysis: Fear of recession helps rally White House, lawmakers of both parties to cooperate
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Union officials: Societe Generale trader suffered "family problems"
• Rescuing ancient citadel offers a beacon of hope for war-torn Iraq
• Q&A: Men of `No Country' gather to discuss Oscar-nominated movie
• Former 'American Idol' Clay Aiken takes a walk on the odd side in 'Monty Python's Spamalot'
• Amy Winehouse enters rehab for drug addiction, record company says
• "Fidel Castro: My Life" by Ignacio Ramonet and Fidel Castro (Scribner, 626 pages, US$40)
• Pakistan troops kill 40 militants as anti-government protesters battle police
• Movie review: `U2 3D' immerses you in songs and images
• Pianist Keith Jarrett's trio keeps setting high standards after 25 years
• Sharapova, Ivanovic in Australian Open women's final
• Natasha Bedingfield talks love, recapturing 'Unwritten' success, and finding love
• Movie review: The deplorable `Untraceable' indicts the same violence it celebrates
• 'Super Size Me' filmmaker Morgan Spurlock goes on quest for bin Laden
• Film review: `Rambo' reeks of depraved violence as Stallone builds up the body count
• Charlize Theron, Christopher Walken to get Hasty Pudding awards
• Matteson opens with 65 on South course, Woods 2 shots behind at Buick Invitational
• Movie review: `How She Move' offers refreshing twists on dance-movie cliches
• Obama delivers top 10 list of campaign 'promises' on Letterman TV show
• Frenchman Tsonga knocks Nadal out of Australian Open for a shot at title
• 9 police killed in US-led operation in Afghanistan; NATO soldier killed in separate blast
• Verner wins men's European skating title after a short career with injuries
• Colombia arrests former general, prosecutor in cocaine sweep
• Clear Channel buyout requires sale of radio stations in 42 markets
• South Korea's economic growth accelerates in 4th quarter of 2007
• High fuel prices, competition, has airline execs looking to consolidate
• Dennis Quaid chokes up at Sundance premiere while discussing newborn twins' overdose
• In rare cooperation, US lawmakers agree on deal designed to avert recession
• Bradley recalls squad from Sweden victory for Mexico friendly
• Sanchez calls 24 for Mexico's U23 team in preparation for Olympic qualifying
• Rice pushes Colombia trade deal over Democrat opposition
• Japan's benchmark stock index up 2.57 percent in early trade
• Iverson rallies in the voting to earn starting spot in NBA All-Star game
• Senate delays eavesdropping vote as expiration of surveillance law nears
• Rice in Colombia to push Colombia trade deal, meet union members
• Italian premier resigns after losing Senate confidence motion
• Lionsgate, Marvel sign deal with striking writers
• Japan's benchmark stock index up 2.58 percent in early trade after overnight Wall Street rally
• Bids on day one of airwaves auction top $2.8 billion
• Japan consumer price index rises in December, marking biggest increase in nearly decade
• Republicans candidates say agreement on economic stimulus marks a good start
• Hong Kong's benchmark index soars nearly 6 percent after overnight gain on Wall Street
• Japan's benchmark stock index up 2.8 percent in early trade after overnight Wall Street rally
• Societe Generale uncovers massive fraud by futures trader
• Prosecutors identify Broadcom co-founders as 'potential co-conspirators' in options backdating
• Report: Australian women executives paid half as much as men
• New Zealand airline cuts domestic fares in bid to boost demand
• Lee leads Aussie fightback, snares Tendulkar before lunch
• Hong Kong's benchmark index soars nearly 6 percent after overnight gain on Wall Street
• Rice: Colombia needs free trade pact to overcome problems
• Second Japan warship leaves to resume anti-terror mission in Indian Ocean
• Scientists synthesize a bacterium's complete DNA
• Bush administration tries to defuse opposition to long-term pact with Iraq on U.S. presence
• Report: Australian women executives paid half as much as men
• Judge orders man who stole from charity to spend a night homeless
• Reports: SKorean president-elect decides to name UN climate change envoy as prime minister
• Prosecutors identify Broadcom co-founders as 'potential co-conspirators' in options backdating
• Republicans candidates applaud economic stimulus package, but say it doesn't cut taxes enough
• Asia markets rise, heartened by Wall Street's advance and US jobs data
• Rice: Colombia's problems could get worse without free trade deal
• Oil prices rise to near US$90 a barrel, extending overnight rally on US stimulus plan
• Asia markets rise, heartened by Wall Street's advance, US jobs data and stimulus package
• India's benchmark index rises more than 3 percent in opening trading
• Japan's CPI marks biggest increase in nearly a decade in December on higher energy prices
• Kia Motors swings to profit in 4th-quarter; earnings for year fall 66 percent
• Kia Motors swings to profit in 4th-quarter; earnings for year fall 66 percent
• New York Times endorses Clinton, McCain in primary race
• Hong Kong's benchmark index soars 5.3 percent after overnight gain on Wall Street
• Hong Kong's benchmark index soars 5.3 percent after overnight gain on Wall Street
• Cyclist sues USADA for plan to test 'B' sample after 'A' sample was negative
• US gives Vietnam US$1.4 million to prepare direct flights between countries
• US gives Vietnam US$1.4 million to prepare direct flights between countries
• Obama navigates racial minefield in South Carolina primary
• India tailenders frustrate Australia on second day of fourth test
• Sarkozy arrives in India _ leaving model-singer girlfriend behind
• Philippine stock index climbs 2.9 percent, lifted by Wall Street, regional rallies
• Hayman injured in crash, German Greipel wins fourth stage of Tour Down Under
• Analysis: With rivals fading, McCain, Romney maneuver to be seen as general election candidate
• Frenchman Tsonga knocks Nadal out of Australian Open for a shot at title
• India's benchmark index rises more than 5 percent amid global rally
• Swastika incidents ignite unpleasant memories at US university
• India's benchmark index rises more than 5 percent amid global rally
• Some gay activists frustrated as their issues linger on sideline of White House campaign
• Dollar rises against yen in Asia on US economic stimulus plan
• Report: Australian women executives paid half as much as men
• In rare cooperation, US lawmakers agree on deal designed to avert recession
• Another blown lead, another defeat as Miami slide to loss number 15 against Spurs
• Actor Heath Ledger likely to be buried in his hometown of Perth, friend says
• Police: Woman who found Heath Ledger's body made 4 calls to Olsen twin
• South Korea shows strong 4th-quarter economic growth on exports, manufacturing
• Republicans seeks to establish themselves as front-runners at Florida debate
• Japan's benchmark stock index jumps 4.1 percent on stronger dollar, Wall Street rally
• Republican presidential candidates depict Clinton as weak on Iraq; Democrats tone down feud
• Chinese TV station censured for sexy shows as authorities try to reassert media control
• Grocery retailer Ahold says sales rose 0.2 percent in 4Q
• Scottish & Newcastle backs 7.8-billion pound takeover bid by Carlsberg/Heineken
• Oil prices rise near US$90 a barrel, extending overnight rally on US stimulus plan
• Grocery retailer Ahold says sales rose 0.2 percent in 4Q
• China takes new anti-inflation steps, raising farm subsidies, curbing crop use by industry
• South Korea grows strongly in fourth quarter; experts upbeat about weathering any global slump
• China considering live broadcast of first spacewalk by Chinese astronaut
• Japanese police arrest computer virus maker on copyright charges
• China confirms that father, son sick with bird flu are country's first family cluster
• Australian stock index rises 5 percent as miners, banks surge in late rally
• Euro up slightly against US dollar despite Washington agreement on stimulus package
• Asia markets rally, heartened by Wall Street's advance, US jobs data and stimulus package
• Taiwan stock index rises 3 percent on Wall Street, European gains
• Societe Generale apologizes to shareholders through letter in newspapers
• Japan to proceed with rescheduled Olympic qualifier after match-fix dispute
• Government declares electricity emergency following sweeping outages
• Beijing market known for fakes launches own brand name with warning to counterfeiters
• Hong Kong stock index soars 6.7 percent after overnight gain on Wall Street
• Kenya opposition says government should not be allowed to take part in AU summit
• Gilchrist breaks wicketkeeping dismissals record, then snaps critics
• Hakuho, Asashoryu win again to remain on collision course at New Year sumo
• Bondarenko sisters stop fighting start winning Grand Slams
• Gilchrist sets world wicketkeeping record as batsmen dominate day two
• Koreas hold first talks in new year to discuss cross-border rail service
• Garth Brooks concerts to help California wildfire victims, firefighters
• Spanish unemployment rises to 8.6 percent in 4th quarter
• Alitalia shares drop on fears Air France-KLM deal doomed by government's fall
• Supreme Court sentences Indonesian pilot in murder of human rights activist
• Vietnam Catholics hold prayer vigil, call for government to return land to church
• Proposal would make authentic sangria legal in Virginia; restaurant fined US$2,000 for drink
• Two dead, half of town burned in ethnic clashes in western Kenya
• 16 civilians found dead in northern Sri Lanka, military says
• Slovak defense minister resigns amid complaints of overpriced public tenders
• Asia markets rally to wrap up tumultuous week, heartened by Wall Street advance, US jobs data
• India's benchmark index rises more than 6 percent amid global rally
• Philippine stock index climbs 2.9 percent, lifted by Wall Street, regional rallies
• China orders shipments of coal for export suspended, struggles to meet domestic shortages
• Half a town razed in Kenya violence, opposition says government is illegitimate
• Italy president begins consultations on whether to call early elections after Prodi resigns
• Second bird flu outbreak reported in Thailand after 10 months
• French bank Societe Generale says rogue trader bet tens of billions of euros
• Djokovic ends Federer's streak of 10 straight Grand Slam finals
• Liverpool releases new stadium plans, after reports of refinancing deal going through
• Bill Gates gives US$19.9 million grant to Philippine-based rice research facility
• US dollar, gold higher in European morning trading
• Oil prices rise near US$90 a barrel, extending overnight rally on US stimulus plan
• Musharraf seeks to convince Britain he is still man to lead Pakistan
• Shanghai subway employee fired for uploading video of couple kissing to Internet
• Solomon Islands wants regional security force to stay, prime minister says
• Finnish elevator maker Kone's 4Q profit surges to euro100 million on strong sales
• Kia Motors swings to profit in 4th-quarter; earnings for year fall 66 percent
• French bank trader was dealing in tens of billions of euros
• Porsche CEO criticizes German plan to salvage parts of Volkswagen law
• Men's All-Time Consecutive Grand Slam Finalists
• Former chairman of China's No. 2 oil company faces corruption charges
• India's benchmark sets record with biggest-ever single day gain, rising 6 percent
• South Africa elects to bats first in second one-dayer against West Indies
• Ukraine tycoon set to take over Bulgaria's largest steel maker
• London's FTSE-100 index up 56.3 points at 5932.1
• Vietnam Catholics hold prayer vigil, call for government to return land to church
• England to play friendly match against Germany in Berlin on Nov. 19
• European, Asian markets rally, wrapping up tumultuous week
• Harley-Davidson 4Q profit skids 26.3 percent on weak U.S. sales
• Former chairman of China's No. 2 oil company faces corruption charges
• Stocks head for higher open after two days of rallies; Microsoft earnings add to improved tone
• Pakistan government blasts retired generals for criticizing Musharraf
• Sarkozy: India could soon have deal with UN watchdog on nuclear program
• Kevin Keegan seeking FA Cup upset against wounded Gunners
• Paul Scholes return like signing a new player, says Man United manager Alex Ferguson
• Federer's streak of 10 straight Grand Slam finals ended by Djokovic
• 5 dead, half a town burned in ethnic clashes in western Kenya that leave 3,000 homeless
• Caterpillar 4th-quarter profit up on international sales, affirms 2008 outlook
• Italy president begins consultations on whether to call early elections after Prodi resigns
• Parmalat auditor says he alerted CFO to euro170 million accounting hole six years before collapse
• Zambia proposes higher mining taxes, royalties to cash in on copper boom
• Government committee says Sweden's OMX would profit from Nasdaq takeover
• Honeywell International 4th-quarter earnings rise 17.8 percent
• Merck, Schering-Plough respond to issues over delayed trial data on cholesterol drug Vytorin
• EU calls on oil-consuming countries to focus on efficiency
• Report: North Korean symphony orchestra to perform in Britain in September
• Icy highways strand thousands in China ahead of peak annual travel period
• Alex Ferguson backs David Beckham to reach milestone of 100 international appearances
• New outbreak of bird flu in eastern India as authorities slaughter more chickens
• Alitalia shares drop on fears Air France-KLM deal doomed by government's fall
• Senate under pressure to approve stimulus deal to get tax rebates to workers in May
• Oil prices rise above US$90 a barrel, on US stimulus plan, higher equities
• French bank trader was dealing in tens of billions of euros
• Rice: Colombia's problems could get worse without free trade deal
• Merck, Schering-Plough defend actions in study of cholesterol drug Vytorin
• Police: Masseuse made 4 calls to Olsen twin after finding Heath Ledger's lifeless body
• Heath Ledger's family pays tribute to actor in death notice in Australian newspaper
• White House announces stops on President Bush's visit to Africa in February
• Spanish government authorizes state lawyers to seek ban on two Basque parties
• Musharraf in Britain to argue he is still man to lead Pakistan
• Chelsea signs 18-year-old Argentine striker Franco di Santo
• Welsh coal miners call it quits at last deep mine
• Iraq expects to increase oil production to 3.7 million barrels a day this year
• Egypt takes steps to close Gaza border as bulldozer wrecks new section of border fence
• Fighting engulfs main Rift Valley town, half another town razed in postelection violence
• Ireland mixes fringe players with experience in Six Nations squad to face Italy
• American owners complete refinancing of Liverpool and offer backing for Benitez
• Sureyya Ayhan gets lifetime ban after second doping violation
• Kevin Keegan says Alan Shearer won't be his No. 2 at Newcastle
• Juventus goalkeeper Buffon to miss Sunday's game against Livorno
• Zimbabwe sets March 29 for presidential, parliament elections
• Police set up barricades outside Heath Ledger funeral home
• Oil futures jump back above $91 a barrel on view US recession fears may have been overblown
• Euro down against US dollar as markets rally
• Cold cripples power networks, blocks transportation, kills hundreds across Central Asia
• Medieval Italy, MI6 headquarters brought to life on set of new James Bond thriller
• Sidelines
• Bondarenko sisters named Open doubles champs
• Gilchrist sets world wicketkeeping record
• Woods 2 shots behind at Buick Invitational
• Chelsea manager on defensive
• Heat loses 15th game in a row
• Tsonga knocks Nadal out of Australian Open
• Guam offers great shopping delight to Taiwan visitors
• AMD unleashes ATI Radeon HD 3400 and ATI Radeon HD 3600 series
• Royal Taipei launches festival package
• Evergreen Laurel Taipei presents Valentine's Day lovers dinner
• Logitech features holiday funs
• Naruwan Hotel & Resort Taitung offers special rate for lovers
• Sheraton Taipei wins big at trade awards
• Aging work force raises questions for French haute couture
• Galliano's invitation to the ball
• Taiex boosted by hopes that U.S. will recover from economic slump
• U.S. stocks gain after recent market volatility
• In Brief
• China's ICBC considers acquiring troubled U.S. lending institutions
• U.S. newspaper group reports online users grew 6% in 2007
• Dollar gains as U.S. prepares stimulus action
• South African power crisis a 'national emergency,' minister declares
• Taiwan aims to increase number of LPG stations
• Economic stimulus will not prevent U.S. recession, Lehman analysts say
• UBS reduces forecast for global growth on U.S. recession fears
• In Brief
• Plastic surgery patients want Jolie's lips, survey finds
• Canadian search for next Maria von Trapp launched
• Singer drops trousers to disprove rumors
• Woman who found Ledger's body called Olsen, police report
• Shagadelic on the dance floor
• Bacterium DNA synthesized
• Japanese filmmaker plans mock Nanjing tribunal
• Cirque du Soleil takes to the road with show
• Israel looks for upside to breach of Gaza wall
• In Brief
• Civilians found hacked to death in Sri Lanka
• Beirut car bomb kills top intelligence officer
• Egypt deploys water cannons in effort to close Gaza border
• Forget about stagflation, stagdeflation is scarier
• Nostalgia seen as a big hook in business marketing
• St. Kitts, Nevis to open embassy
• UNI's Taipei-Nankan route seen having highest ridership
• MOFA stunned at report of looting by Malawi official
• Hsu family homes, businesses raided
• MOEA initiates bid to win Google center for Taiwan
• MOEA, Sony sign cooperation deal to develop digital data
• Over 4 million fake pills seized
• DPP calls KMT referendum plan 'undemocratic'
• Yu Tien's campaign aide indicted on charges of intimidating voters
• Hsieh says proposal may be rejected
• Prodi resignation sparks rumors of possible elections
• WLFD signs pact to build school for Nepal orphans
• Global forum seen promoting democracy
• Arabic translation required on passports of Libya-bound Pinoys, says DOLE
• iSuppli to conduct ConsumerTrak Webinar
• IDC predicts top 10 telecommunications trends across Asia-Pacific, excluding Japan, in 2008
• MECO encourages returning OFWs to register at DOLE's national manpower pool
• Tune in to Listener's Corner
• MECO issuing machine-readable passports
• US Senate under pressure to approve stimulus deal to get tax rebates to workers in May
• Iraq expects to increase oil production to 2.7 million barrels a day this year
• Kieren Fallon banned for 1 1/2 years for second positive test for banned substance
• American owners complete refinancing of Liverpool and offer backing for Benitez
• PCB drops Akhtar from list of central contracted players
• Canada's annual inflation rate dips to 2.4 percent
• Emma Thompson's latest award 'so not like the Oscars'
• Top Italian skier Denise Karbon to ski in giant slalom in Germany with broken hand
• Martin O'Neill grateful for patience of Villa owner Randy Lerner
• American owners complete refinancing of Liverpool and offer backing for Benitez
• Daniel Day-Lewis pays tribute to Heath Ledger's death during `Oprah' interview
• Island dispute highlights unease of Turkey's religious minorities
• Drugmaker Wyeth considers cutting up to 10 percent of global work force in move to lower costs
• Zimbabwe sets March 29 for presidential, parliament elections; opposition had wanted delay
• Pakistani president says US should beef up presence in Afghanistan, not Pakistan
• US court limits deposition rules for ex-BP chief over deadly refinery accident
• US attorney general says there are no plans for special prosecutor in CIA tape case
• Republican presidential candidates depict Clinton as weak on Iraq; Democrats tone down feud
• Total: Will appeal "unfair" verdict in oil spill trial but also pay compensation
• Kostner ahead in women's event after short program; Finns second and third
• Bush tells Congress it would be a mistake to delay or derail US economic stimulus pacakge
• AC Milan and Inter receive threats _ and bullets _ in the mail
• Fighting engulfs main Rift Valley town, half another town razed in postelection violence
• Martin O'Neill grateful for patience of Villa owner Randy Lerner
• Police: 3 generations of family caught shoplifting in Northern California
• Iraq expects to increase oil production
• Wotherspoon, Wolf, take lead in 500-meter sprints at speed skating championships
• Bush tells Congress it would be a mistake to delay or derail US economic stimulus package
• Musharraf in Britain argues he is still man to lead Pakistan
• European stocks down slightly on negative sentiment on financials
• Oil futures jump back above $90 a barrel on view recession fears may have been overblown
• General Motors executive uses global sales lead to rally employees worldwide
• Swedish university expels convicted killer from medical program
• Man who sold pit bull to Vick gets probation and $500 fine
• Republican presidential candidates depict Clinton as weak on Iraq; Democrats tone down feud
• Chavez and allies focus on new bank at ALBA summit
• Canada, EFTA to sign free trade pact
• US dollar mixed, gold higher in European trading
• Gold and platinum prices soar to all-time highs after shutdowns at South African mines
• Ivory Coast beats Benin 4-1; nears quarterfinal berth at African Cup of the Nations
• Argentine, Bolivia leaders meet to promote cross-border gas pipeline
• Powerful car bomb kills senior anti-terror police official, 3 others in Beirut neighborhood
• Former CEO pleads guilty to stealing from Chuck Norris' charity
• Fight over jeans leads to jackpot at Atlantic City casino
• Oklahoma measure blamed for exodus of Hispanics, baby's death
• Total: Will appeal "unfair" verdict in oil spill trial but also pay compensation
• Top tech execs predict revolution in mobile phones
• Roger Ebert recovering after surgery for complications from previous operations
• French police search home of rogue trader accused of massive bank fraud
• Fans and media frustrated at lack of goals, but Ghana players focused only on African Cup
• Ukraine's Shevchenko wins cross-country race
• Judith Regan settles lawsuit with News Corp
• Changes on the horizon for how countries are classified as emerging or developed
• Rogue trader: a "poised, calm, thoughtful young man" who made few waves
• Two-time world champion Bernard Lagat hoping to repeat his double at Beijing
• TVCalling all wannabee Canadian Maria von Trapps
• Frenchman Loeb extends lead in Monte Carlo Rally
• Fallen health-care executive is portrayed as corporate Casanova
• Canadian TV show offers chance to star as Maria in `Sound of Music'
• Powerful car bomb kills senior anti-terror police official, 4 others in Beirut neighborhood
• US Treasurys advance as investors turn jittery on financial services sector
• Spears driver license case delayed, lawyer hopes it won't go to trial
• Choice of Karl Rove as graduation speaker irks students at Connecticut school
• Trustee picks investment bank Morgan Stanley to manage sale of US steel mill
• In Bush's final State of the Union address, the familiar will trump the bold
• South Africa declares electricity emergency following sweeping outages
• Oil futures jump back above $90 a barrel on view US recession fears may have been overblown
• Musharraf in Britain argues he is still man to lead Pakistan
• Australian foreign minister says country withdrawing troops from Iraq
• Argentina's Boca Juniors eyes record in Copa Libertadores
• Italy waits to see if it will have elections soon but Berlusconi's already campaigning
• WTO accepts Ukraine, bolstering Yushchenko's case at Davos
• Gold and platinum prices soar to all-time highs after shutdowns at South African mines
• Morkel leads South Africa past West Indies by 86 runs in second ODI
• Obama walks a tricky racial line; woos blacks but doesn't want 'black candidate' label
• Mali holds Nigerians 0-0 at African Cup of Nations
• US Democrats challenge Bush to renounce waterboarding, close Guantanamo Bay to detainees
• Beyond cafe con leche: Republican candidates find it harder to win Cuban-American vote
• Sales of Heath Ledger films spike following death of the young actor
• Dollar gains against euro, yen as stock markets recover
• Drogba scores one, sets up second to send Ivory Coast to African Cup quarters
• Senators question why 2 left off $5M reward for Moussaoui tipster
• Afghan ambassador says his country's prison system needs work
• Caterpillar 4th-quarter profit up on international sales, affirms 2008 outlook
• Russians overtake French to win ice dance event at European Championships
• Ecuador cancels 587 mining concessions, alleging companies failed to pay conservation fee
• Mali holds Nigerians 0-0 at African Cup of Nations
• US Treasurys advance as investors turn jittery on financial services sector
• Drogba scores one, sets up second to send Ivory Coast to African Cup quarters
• Prosecutor in Yuma, Arizona, files felony drug and weapons charges against Lil Wayne
• 3Com board sets shareholder vote on $2.2B buyout offer from Bain Capital and China's Huawei
• Kostner leads at Euro Figure Skating Championships; Russians take ice dance
• US stocks cap volatile week with sizable decline
• RKO Pictures inks interim deal with striking writers
• Prosecution rests in Wesley Snipes' tax evasion trial
• Kostner leads at Euro Figure Skating Championships; Russians take ice dance
• Wotherspoon, Wolf win 500-meter World Cup sprints
• Report: Unidentified American consortium buys Premier League club Derby County
• Peru grants asylum to former Venezuelan opposition governor
• The Sundance 'scene' trickles out of the theaters, into the parties.
• In NY, Australian minister says country withdrawing Iraq troops
• US urges Kenya's president, election opponent to find a political way to settle differences
• Schlierenzauer wins large hill event, closes on second in World Cup standings
• Report: FedEx, Deutsche Post discuss DHL deal
• Bankruptcy judge approved Delphi bankruptcy exit plan
• Sylvester Stallone says he used human growth hormone to get buff for the new `Rambo' movie
• Boeing, Lockheed Martin collaborate on anticipated bomber program
• Los Angeles Galaxy to play friendlies in South Korea, China
• Pakistan army claims 30 militants killed as violence spreads in frontier region
• Sarkozy: India could soon have deal with UN watchdog on nuclear program
• US says early Zimbabwe elections another Mugabe effort to avert political conciliation
• Lawmakers say Northern Rock exposed failures at UK financial regulator
• French bank trader was dealing in tens of billions of euros
• Tiger with a big lead and a rookie at his side at Torrey Pines
• Italy waits to see if it will have elections soon but Berlusconi's already campaigning
• U.S. stock car champ seeks more success in American sports car endurance race
• Beijing Olympic organziers deny deaths have taken place in `Bird's Nest' construction.
• General Motors executive uses global sales lead to rally employees worldwide
• Rice: US policy in Latin America not driven by ideology
• Clinton picks up key endorsements from black leaders heading into South Carolina primary
• Buffett reports donating 3,090 Berkshire 'B' shares to charities
• With Federer nowhere in sight, 2 new guys in Australian Open final
• Japanese sushi lovers shrug despite high tuna mercury levels
• Judge rules lawsuit involving Brando's estate goes to arbitration
• Bush tells Congress it would be a mistake to delay or derail US economic stimulus package
• Director of Haiti's embattled electoral council resigns
• Sources: Rock Racing cyclist is plaintiff in lawsuit against U.S. Anti-Doping Agency
• Dunkin' Donuts to open 100 franchise shops in China
• Americans Vonn, Mancuso take different routes to top of women's skiing
• Hayden, Jaques push Australia toward fourth test parity
• Chavez accuses Colombia of plotting 'military aggression' against Venezuela
• Beirut car bomb kills a top Lebanese terrorism investigator
• Chavez and allies focus on new bank at ALBA summit
• Southern Copper reports 4Q profit plummets 53 percent
• Rice: US policy in Latin America not driven by ideology
• Round 1 in Johnny vs. Evan goes to Weir
• Taiwanese president asks premier to stay on after Cabinet resignations
• Obama seeks Hispanic inroads as California leans toward Clinton
• SPCA says pink toe tarantula, hissing roaches among 200 animals rescued from Texas home
• McCain may be benefiting from Republican anxiety over Iraq, exit polls show
• House Republicans propose temporary ban on funding pet projects if Democrats do the same
• Senators question why 2 left off $5M reward for Moussaoui tipster
• Hayden's hundred lifts Australia to 225-2 at tea on third day, fourth test
• Sarkozy salutes Indian armed forces as honored guest on Indian Republic Day
• German rider Greipel wins stage, takes overall lead of Tour Down Under
• Man spends night on the streets as punishment for stealing Salvation Army collection kettle
• Report: FedEx, Deutsche Post discuss DHL deal
• Texas high court limits deposition rules for ex-BP chief
• France's Sarkozy salutes Indian armed forces as honored guest on Indian Republic Day
• Doubt over Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, absent from training for second straight day
• Morgan sinks two eagles to take first-round lead at Turtle Bay Championship
• Panicked families flee as troops launch fresh attacks against militants in Pakistan
• McCain faces challenge as presidential race shifts from national security to economy
• Marion scores late winner as Suns sneak past Cavaliers
• China tries to speed up food shipments as bad weather hampers inflation fight
• Ivanovic winds down after final with family at Australia Day barbecue
• Head of 2010 Central American and Caribbean Games quits post
• Champion equestrian Mark Todd to make Olympic comeback
• Police unload 16 corpses in western Kenyan town
• Maria Sharapova beats Ana Ivanovic to win Australian Open, her 3rd Grand Slam title
• Hayden century and Ponting form defy India victory quest
• Malaysia's leader says people ready for early polls
• Anti-Quran film won't air until March, maker says
• Sharapova impressive after third Grand Slam singles win
• Erlich and Ram become Israel's first Grand Slam doubles champs
• FCC proposes US$1.4 million fine for woman's 'nude buttocks' on NYPD Blue
• Hakuho, Asashoryu to face off in final-day showdown for New Year sumo title
• Democratic primary in South Carolina marked by discussion of race and Bill Clinton's role
• Sri Lankan jets bomb Tamil rebels' naval headquarters, military says
• Gilchrist announces retirement effective end of fourth test
• French police search Societe Generale in probe of fraud blamed on rogue trader
• India accuses Australia of playing "scared" as hosts defy India victory push
• France's Sarkozy visits famous Indian monument to love _ without his girlfriend
• Ivanovic winds down after final with family at Australia Day barbecue
• Beijing's new mayor promises 'high caliber' Olympics
• Pakistan says its nuclear assets are safe from militants
• Lebanese police probe link between terrorism investigator's killing and other assassinations
• Malaysian police block planned opposition rally protesting inflation
• Bono, pushing aid to Africa, gives Japanese PM an iPod
• Sri Lankan jets bomb Tamil rebels' naval headquarters, military says
• Panicked families flee as troops launch fresh attacks against militants in Pakistan
• China tries to speed up food shipments as bad weather hampers inflation fight
• Japan held to scoreless draw against Chile in friendly
• Marco Sullivan wins Chamonix downhill to earn his first World Cup victory
• Smaller parties tell Italy's president country needs elections soon
• Ferguson wants minute's silence _ not applause _ to mark 50th anniversary of Munich air crash
• Doubt over Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, absent from training for second straight day
• Banned for 18 months for doping, Kieren Fallon pledges to return
• Democratic primary in South Carolina marked by discussion of race and Bill Clinton's role
• Serbia Interior Minister Dragan Jocic seriously injured in car accident
• Nicole Hosp leads World Cup GS race after 1st run at Ofterschwang
• French police soon to question trader blamed by Societe General for massive fraud
• Guitar vendor Dan Martin dies; provided instruments for Springsteen, Dylan, others
• Richard Darman, aide to Reagan and Bush, dies
• Edfors leads by one stroke after third round of Qatar Masters
• Sri Lankan jets bomb Tamil rebels' naval headquarters, military says
• Trader taken in for questioning in fraud probe at French bank Societe Generale
• Unidentified American consortium buys Premier League club Derby County
• Denise Karbon wins giant slalom World Cup race despite broken thumb
• Panicked families flee as troops launch fresh attacks against militants in Pakistan
• Democratic primary in South Carolina marked by discussion of race and Bill Clinton's role
• Gunfire in Rift Valley, police unload 16 corpses in main town
• Wotherspoon, Wolf win 500-meter sprints at speedskating World Cup meet
• France's Sarkozy visits famous Indian monument to love _ without his girlfriend
• Sicily's governor resigns after conviction in Mafia case
• Marco Sullivan wins Chamonix downhill for his first World Cup victory
• Lebanese police probe link between terrorism investigator's killing and other assassinations
• Sidelines
• Ivory Coast in African Cup quarterfinals
• Twins reportedly sign Morneau to a 6-year, US$80 million deal
• Federer out as new guys head to Open final
• Mavericks pull away in third quarter to beat Lakers
• Olympic organizers deny deaths at site of 'Bird's Nest'
• Rookie leads pack with Tiger at Buick
• Sharapova beats Ivanovic to take Australian title
• Children at a loss when Alzheimer's takes parents
• A tour of the Atayal tribal homelands
• In Brief
• U.S. stocks close lower on Friday as investor uncertainty persists
• Electronics makers to consolidate battery business
• Texas court limits questioning of former BP chief in blast case
• TM International may raise US$700m in share sale in effort to expand overseas
• FedEx in talks with Deutsche Post to buy DHL in U.S., report says
• Iraqi oil minister says best bid will prevail
• Global economic uncertainty dominates Davos gathering
• Blockade cannot divide some Israeli, Palestinian friends
• Native language about to die
• In Brief
• Suharto seen recovering well
• India showcases military might during visit by French president
• New attacks on militants force Pakistanis to flee
• Russia close to completing its 'fuel' deliveries to Iran
• Abbas to press Olmert to end blockade of Gaza, officials say
• Peace in the heart of Africa
• Synthetic hormones are a risk to humans
• Gandhi still a major force
• Scholars say political polarization is harmful to economic growth
• Taipei County gets head start on Cleanup Week
• China to open new embassy in Malawi
• Former Romania president discusses democratization
• In Brief
• Yang falls in Open against Tomic
• Gay men not using protection during oral sex, survey reveals
• International surf competition hits waves in Taitung County
• NPM authorizes project to reprint Buddhist Canon
• Former German minister suggests publicizing historical files
• COA to launch agricultural technology office
• Presidential candidates to register for race today, party officials say
• Shieh says request about ballot values is move for justice
• Gunfire rocks Kenya town; death toll hits 25
• Chen mulling whether to accept en masse resignation of Cabinet
• Wu sees danger in PRC's air route plan
• English Soccer Fixtures
• Foreign minister: Turkey to become one of world's top 10 economic power in 15 years
• Scottish Soccer Fixtures
• Chavez urges Latin American allies to move reserves out of US
• Strong winds force delay of World Cup ski jumping event in Poland until Sunday
• Indonesian John defeats Panama's Caballero to retain WBA featherweight title
• Indonesian John defeats Panama's Caballero to retain WBA featherweight title
• Benayoun scores three and Liverpool hits back to beat semipro Havant in FA Cup
• Redford headed for "A Walk in the Woods' in next film role
• Rangers moves seven points clear with 4-0 victory over St. Mirren
• Top coaches ready for Tunisia vs. South Africa clash
• Bernard Lagat defends 1,500 title in Scotland meet; Brad Walker injured
• Kostner wins women's event to become first Italian woman to win two European titles
• Ronaldo to miss AC Milan's game against Genoa due to unspecified muscle injury
• Universal music still sees future in CD market, Vivendi Chief says
• Benayoun scores three and Liverpool hits back to beat semipro Havant in FA Cup
• Reporter's Notebook: leading women at Davos wonder why they are so few
• Four-time world champion Sebastien Loeb moving closer to Monte Carlo win
• Sri Lankan jets bomb Tamil rebels' naval headquarters, military says
• Cameroon routs Zambia 5-1 to stay in contention of quarterfinal berth at African Cup
• Chavez chews coca leaves at summit, saying 'coca isn't cocaine'
• French police question trader implicated in massive fraud at Societe Generale bank
• Benayoun scores three and Liverpool hits back to beat semipro Havant in FA Cup
• Antonio Cassano scores late in first half for Sampdoria to beat Siena 1-0 in Serie A
• Cameroon routs Zambia 5-1 to stay in contention of quarterfinal berth at African Cup
• Benin coach eager to cooperate fully with CAF to stamp out match-fixing threat
• Coach Lotina's job on the line as Deportivo looks to rally after goalkeeper punch up
• Bush condemns bombing in Lebanon; tells Syria, Iran to stop interfering in Beirut politics
• Buccaneers quarterback Garcia replaces Favre on NFL Pro Bowl roster
• Robert Redford reflects on actor Heath Ledger's death as Sundance Film Festival wraps
• Republicans McCain, Romney spar over Iraq war ahead of Florida presidential primary
• Eli will take NY Giants to more than one Super Bowl, Peyton says
• Suspended Bengals LB Thurman gets permission to work out with team
• NHL to open next season with doubleheaders in Prague, Stockholm
• Lyon signs Jean-Alain Boumsong to 3 1/2-year contract for euro3 million transfer fee
• Bush calls for immediate action on economic stimulus plan, eavesdropping law
• Lawmakers say Northern Rock exposed failures at UK financial regulator
• All-Star Malkin, told not to try to replace Crosby, is doing that
• Obama, Clinton top contenders in racially charged South Carolina primary
• Actress Emma Thompson touts chemistry with Dustin Hoffman, need for better kid's films
• NHL schedules doubleheaders in Prague, Stockholm; players' union objects
• Indonesia's John retains WBA featherweight title by stopping Panama's Caballero in 7th
• 5-legged cat from Pennsylvania to undergo surgery to remove 1 extra leg, 1 bum leg
• Djibril Cisse scores hat trick to lead Marseille 6-1 over Caen in French league
• Chavez chews coca leaves at summit, saying 'coca isn't cocaine'
• Dixon drives Ganassi car to front as team bids for 3rd straight victory in 24-hour race
• AS Roma defeats Palermo 1-0; Sampdoria beats Siena by same score in Serie A
• Cameroon routs Zambia 5-1 to stay in contention of quarterfinal berth at African Cup
• Bush calls for immediate action on economic stimulus plan, eavesdropping law
• NFL Hall of Famer Warren Moon to be arraigned on DUI charges
• Eto'o ties African Cup scoring record as Cameroon routs Zambia 5-1, Egypt beats Sudan 3-0
• NHL schedules doubleheaders in Prague, Stockholm; players' union objects
• Program puts chaplains in Pennsylvania bar to lend a sympathetic ear to those who may need one
• Egypt beats Sudan 3-0 at Africa Cup to close in on quarterfinal spot at Africa Cup
• PSV beats Excelsior Rotterdam 2-1 to extend lead in Dutch league
• Fabiano's injury-time penalty leads Sevilla over nine-man Osasuna 2-1 in the Spanish league
• Made-over beauty queens vie for Miss America crown in Las Vegas
• Heat rally in 2nd half to beat Indiana 98-96 and snap 15-game skid
• Peru, Canada sign free trade agreement at World Economic Forum
• Cordoza scores a double to lead Benfica over Guimaraes 3-1 in the Portuguese league
• France's Guilbaut Colas wins World Cup moguls at Ski Mont Gabriel
• Tantric master breaks record in NYC, stands in ice for 72 minutes
• Povetkin beats Chambers to earn heavyweight title shot against Klitschko
• Military spokewoman during Abu Ghraib prison scandal running for Congress in Illinois
• Iraqi interpreter makes it to US with help of an American army friend
• Microchips everywhere: Boon for retailers, bane for privacy advocates
• Tech researchers find cards vulnerable
• In Mexico, a gain for Indian civil rights is a loss for some women
• From Vick's fight ring to `love time' in foster home, an unlikely rescue for pit bulls
• Sicily's governor resigns after conviction in Mafia case
• Lidstrom and Thornton all for being All-Stars all over again
• Canada's Chandra Crawford wins World Cup cross country event on home course
• 7-time Pro-Bowler Michael Strahan thankful for second shot at Super Bowl
• Tiger Woods builds an 8-shot lead in Buick with an ugly forecast looming
• Chavez says US trying to stir up armed conflict between Venezuela, Colombia
• Andre Caldwell's last-play TD gives South win in Senior Bowl
• Kovalchuk, DiPietro, Osgood, Nash chosen as All-Star starting replacements
• Bush calls for immediate action on economic stimulus plan, eavesdropping law
• Haiti, El Salvador play to scoreless draw in first of two friendlies
• Chavez urges Latin American allies to move reserves out of US
• Boca Juniors beat River Plate 2-0 in "superclasico" friendly
• One Ganassi car gets into trouble early as team goes for third straight 24-hour win
• State of Union addresses track highs and lows of Bush's presidency
• Carolina Kluft finishes distant third in long jump at Boston Indoors
• Ponting, Clarke tighten Aussie hold on 4th test
• Gil Morgan tames wind to maintain lead in Turtle Bay Championship
• Miami Heat rally in 2nd half to beat Indiana Pacers 98-96 and snap 15-game skid
• Top U.S. intel officials in secret trip to Pakistan to seek broader U.S.role against al-Qaida
• YoungStars spark Eastern Conference to SuperSkills win
• Woman posted murder-for-hire classified ad on Craigslist
• Coen brothers, Sean Penn vie for top filmmaking honor at Directors Guild awards
• Gilchrist surprised by reaction to his retirement announcement
• Tsonga shaping up for Australian Open title shot against Djokovic
• Weather forecast for the Asia-Pacific region
• Donohue ahead in tight battle of prototypes at Daytona
• Miami Heat rally in 2nd half to beat Indiana Pacers 98-96 and snap 15-game skid
• 'Frozen River,' 'Trouble the Water' take top honors at Sundance Film Festival
• Analysis: Racial divide in South Carolina vote could hinder Obama in future primaries
• Jailed British rocker Gary Glitter considers settling in Hong Kong after release
• Tom Cruise among the stars at Screen Actors Guild Awards rehearsal
• Miss Michigan Kirsten Haglund, aspiring Broadway star, crowned Miss America 2008
• Ponting, Clarke make centuries as Australia dent India hopes
• Taiwan's presidential candidates kick off campaigns, call for better ties with China
• Pakistan wins toss, elects to bat in third one-dayer against Zimbabwe
• Republicans McCain, Romney spar over Iraq war ahead of Florida presidential primary
• Bush condemns bombing in Lebanon; tells Syria, Iran to stop interfering in Beirut politics
• Sonnenfeld wins at DGA awards; top filmmaking honor up for grabs
• Top U.S. intel officials in secret trip to Pakistan to seek broader U.S.role against al-Qaida
• Nagasu becomes second youngest to win US women's title at age 14
• German Andre Greipel wins final stage to take Tour Down Under
• Coens win top Directors Guild honor for `No Country for Old Men'
• Obama wins South Carolina in racially charged primary; Republicans prepare for Florida
• Ponting, Clark centuries mean series win looms for Australia, as Gilchrist bids farewell
• Sun and Zimonjic down India's Mirza and Bhupathi for mixed doubles title
• French police question trader implicated in massive fraud at Societe Generale bank
• Hakuho downs Asashoryu to win New Year Grand Sumo tournament
• German Andre Greipel wins final stage to take Tour Down Under
• Taiwan's presidential candidates launch campaigns, call for better ties with China
• Taiwan's presidential candidates launch campaigns, call for better ties with China
• Series win looms for Australia as Gilchrist bids farewell
• Newcastle beats Central Coast 2-0, Queensland and Sydney draw in Australian playoffs
• England's Yamauchi downs Morimoto at Osaka International Women's Marathon
• Hard-hitting Afridi gets Pakistan out of early trouble against Zimbabwe to 272-9
• Ethnic clashes erupt in Kenyan town of Naivasha, at least 7 killed
• Britain's Ashdown withdraws from consideration for UN Afghan envoy
• Gurney ahead at Daytona, with Ganassi entry close behind
• Obama wins South Carolina in racially charged primary; Republicans prepare for Florida
• Late Suharto remembered as strong leader despite 'less than desirable' human rights record
• SKorean college forges research partnership with NASA amid Asian space race
• Liverpool co-owner Hicks says he discussed selling part of club to Dubai consortium
• Britain's Ashdown withdraws from consideration for UN Afghan envoy
• Schild leads slalom World Cup race after 1st leg; Vonn, Mancuso, Paerson fail to finish
• Ethnic clashes erupt in Kenyan town of Naivasha, at least 7 killed
• Late Suharto hailed as strong leader despite tarnished human rights record
• Bird flu in India spreads to 2 new districts
• China lifts bird flu quarantine in far western region of Xinjiang, no human cases reported
• Heavy snow in southern China strands 150,000 train travelers
• Hicks says he discussed selling part of Liverpool to Dubai consortium, backs Benitez
• Chuck Berry to receive Germany's Golden Camera award recognizing his life's work
• Report: Australian Open women's final to be switched to nights
• Anni Friesinger wins 1,000-meter race at speedskating World Cup meet
• Samuels scores 98 as West Indies reaches 252-7 against South Africa in one-day international
• Philippine ex-President Estrada feels 'free again' on 1st trip abroad after prison release
• Friesinger, Morrison win 1,000-meter races at speedskating World Cup meet
• Russian authorities bar Kremlin critic from presidential election
• Kabul's opposition takes Ashdown out of running for UN 'super envoy' post
• Toll from ethnic clashes in western Kenya rises to at least 69
• Late Suharto hailed as strong leader despite tarnished human rights record
• Trader taken in for questioning in fraud probe to be held for up to 24 more hours
• Pakistan beats Zimbabwe by 37 runs
• Toll from ethnic clashes in western Kenya rises to at least 69
• Berlusconi insists Italy needs elections, Prodi ally calls for new government
• Clinton, Obama race to mega Feb. 5 multistate showdown
• Caroline Kennedy endorses Obama, says he can inspire as her dad once did
• Afridi propels Pakistan to series triumph against Zimbabwe
• Djokovic fends off Tsonga to win Australian Open title
• 2 German states vote in closely watched elections
• Never a dull moment in the players' box at Australian Open
• Dutch man who calls himself tantric master breaks record in NYC, stands in ice for 72 minutes
• Scott shoots 61 to win Qatar Masters by three strokes
• Spain's leading political parties set out electoral pledges
• Fed's tonic for economic ills _ interest rate cuts _ does not come without risks
• Tsonga's Australian Open finish moves him into top 20
• Germans sweep all but one medal at luge world championships
• Friesinger, Morrison win 1,000-meter races at speedskating World Cup meet
• One more big competition for European figure skaters
• World Bank president starts Africa tour
• Societe Generale executive says bank cannot guarantee trader acted alone
• Marlies Schild wins 4th slalom World Cup race of the season to put pressure on Hosp
• 1 month after Kenya's election, death toll reaches 800
• Enjoy hot spring fun at Grand Victoria
• Kofukudo introduces winter collection to boost offer of delicacies
• Spring Park Urai Spa & Resort offers Lunar New Year program
• All four Fullon hotels present Valentine's Day special rates
• For Fujen, MOE grant best used to boost language skills
• Sun-Zimonjic take victory in mixed doubles
• Cameroon routs Zambia for quarterfinals chance
• Djokovic fends off Tsonga to win Open
• Sidelines
• Nagasu seizes U.S. women's figure skating title
• India hold narrow lead against Australia
• Gilchrist announces retirement
• Woods stretches lead to 8 shots, seeks 4th straight win at Buick
• Reds relieved after part-timers manage to lead twice in game
• Heat snap skid with victory over Pacers
• Rotterdam gets loan to expand port
• Hyundai to add large box ship
• OOCL to launch new Asia-Middle East run
• Tanker conversions may stall after rates plunge: Fearnley
• Maersk Line introduces two new services
• Port of Singapore achieves new shipping records in 2007
• Groups help people keep their homes
• PRC's mobile network seen as a big brother surveillance tool
• Police question trader over SocGen's loss
• In Brief
• CD market expected to last for 'many years'
• Brazil promotes benefits of ethanol
• Financial crisis to worsen, experts warn
• Venezuelan president urges allies to move money out of U.S. banks
• Experts predict PRC, India to save world economy
• Taiwanese estimated to spend NT$5,000 each during holiday
• In Brief
• Report reveals Glitter may settle in Hong Kong
• English found threatens Indian literary heritage
• Wedding rush expected as Games start in August
• Joel, Ethan Coen claim top honor at directors guild
• In Brief
• Mao's English tutor dies
• Aspiring Broadway actress crowned Miss America '08
• 'Frozen River' wins top Sundance award
• Uganda's mato oput forgiveness ritual helps heal war wounds
• Venezuelan oil production has far-reaching effects
• Train wreck kills at least 8, injures 21 in Turkey
• In Brief
• Kremlin critic ejected from presidential poll
• Egypt tightens control on Rafah, awaiting solution to border crisis
• Heavy snowfall causes chaos in China ahead of holiday
• Darfur's chance for revolution
• Hsieh needs unity in DPP to win
• Democrats mobilize voters living abroad in first 'global primary'
• Bill Clinton seen polarizing some Democrats
• Over 500 residents in Taipei pledge to donate organs upon death
• Cabinet warns China on new air route
• Local coffee importers visit Nicaragua industry
• Stores see dramatic decrease in sales of holiday products
• Lu set to visit three allies in South Pacific, says official
• In Brief
• Chodofu vendor enjoys the sweet stink of success
• Taiwanese cuisine seen profitable if promoted to world
• Chang says Cabinet to stay on if president rejects resignation
• Puyuma tribe to set up National Council
• St. Kitts and Nevis to continue support for Taiwan, envoy says
• Obama beats Clinton in racially charged South Carolina primary
• Indonesia's ex-dictator Suharto dies
• Hsieh, Ma begin presidential campaigns today
• DPP presidential candidate calls for establishment of Taiwan “ICAC”
• Chen retains entire Cabinet
• Taiwan stock index plunges 3.27 percent
• Obama wins South Carolina in racially charged primary; Republicans prepare for Florida
• Bode Miller wins super-combi, his fourth World Cup victory this season, to take overall lead
• Kabul's opposition takes Ashdown out of running for UN 'super envoy' post
• Exit polls: Bill Clinton's campaigning did little to head off wife's defeat in South Carolina
• Vice president's daughter Liz Cheney joins Mitt Romney's presidential campaign
• Ronaldo scores twice to lead Manchester United over Tottenham 3-1 in FA Cup
• Soboleva sets national record in women's one mile race, Borzakovskiy dominates men's 800
• Merkel ally in danger of losing job as German states vote
• China pledges crackdown on music piracy after report shows 99% of digital sales are illegal
• Pietropoli becomes first Italian to win snowboard halfpipe World Cup
• Baros moves from Lyon on loan to Portsmouth
• Honduran police: Ransom paid but soccer player's brother still missing
• Koeman under further pressure after Almeria beats Valencia 1-0 in Spanish league
• Manchester United beats Tottenham 3-1 in FA Cup, Manchester City upset
• Loeb starts rally season with win at Monte Carlo
• Unprecedented third straight Daytona win for Chip Ganassi's team in near-perfect 24-hour race
• Adebayor explains why he and Bendtner clashed during 5-1 loss at Tottenham
• Manchester City players discover cash stolen in changing room after losing in FA Cup
• AEK Athens beats Levadiakos 3-0 in Greek league
• EU requests WTO consultations over Thai customs measures
• Llorente scores late as Athletic Bilbao damage Barcelona's championship hopes with 1-1 draw
• Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork fined $5,000 by NFL for unnecessary roughness
• 'Meet the Spartans' narrowly beats 'Rambo' in weekend box office
• Columbia students chronicle Obama supporters in New York for documentary
• Clinton says she will go to Florida, voters there 'need to be heard,' she says
• 1 month after Kenya's election, death toll reaches 800
• Didja hear the one about the wisecracking politician? Vermont lawmaker takes comedy seriously
• Analysis: Republican voters have choice in Romney on economy, McCain on national security
• Romney tries to focus on economy as he battles McCain for a win in Florida
• Lawyer for SocGen trader: "He didn't steal anything"
• Screen Actors Guild ceremony has starring role in awards season hobbled by writers strike
• Santos scores two goals to lead Tunisia over South Africa 3-1 at African Cup
• Manucho scores two goals to lead Angola over Senegal 3-1 at African Cup
• 10-man Inter held to 0-0 draw by Udinese; Pato scores twice in AC Milan's 2-0 win over Genoa
• Chavez urges allies to form 'anti-imperialist' military alliance
• Sneijder scores winner as Madrid beats Villarreal 3-2 to extend lead in Spanish league to nine
• Vukcevic and Izmailov lead Sporting past Porto 2-0 in the Portuguese league
• Angola, Tunisia close in on African Cup of Nations quarterfinals with wins
• Benzema helps Lyon draw Saint-Etienne with last-minute goal in French league
• Romney tries to focus on economy as he works for a win in Florida
• The Left surges ahead in 2 west German states
• Analysis: Republican voters have choice in Romney on economy, McCain on national security
• Sen. Edward Kennedy to endorse Obama, Democratic Party officials say
• Obama says landslide win in South Carolina marks a turn in Democratic history
• Clinton says she will go to Florida, voters there 'need to be heard,' she says
• Sao Paulo and Corinthians draw 0-0 in lackluster Brazilian game
• Brazil government distributes millions of condoms to prevent AIDS spread during Carnival
• Merkel's party suffers big losses in key German state election
• Slogans aside, race clearly mattered as South Carolina blacks voted to make history with Obama
• Lawmakers in 15 states considering tougher punishment for teachers who abuse students
• Disgraced and vilified, Indonesia's ex-dictator Suharto dies
• Canadian Omischl takes World Cup aerials final at Ski Mont Gabriel
• Long-ago lead exposure, and possibly other pollutants, may hasten old-age mental decline
• Societe Generale says trader used multiple fraud techniques
• Black Americans, the famous and obscure, brought together in 1 project
• Atlante rallies to beat Pumas 2-1 in Mexican Clausura
• Tiger Woods wins Buick Invitational, opens year with a statement
• New Zealand anti-apartheid leader rejects South African award nomination
• `Bourne,' `24' win SAG stunt honors in awards season hobbled by writers strike
• Survivors describe mass killings under Indonesian dictator Suharto
• Obama gains momentum after victory in South Carolina primary
• Romney tries to focus on economy as he works for a win in Florida
• `Sopranos" sweeps TV drama prizes in awards season hobbled by strike
• Australian prime minister urges apology to Aborigines for past wrongs
• Harbhajan Singh appeal against racism charge to be held Tuesday
• Japan's benchmark stock index falls 2.5 pct in early trade
• Treasury secretary pushes Senate to act on economic package
• Australian FM visits Washington as Australia distances itself from US
• Ending the award show drought, stars put on the glitz for the Screen Actors Guild Awards.
• Hong Kong benchmark index plunges 3.7 percent in early trade
• Japan's Nikkei stock index slides 2.6 percent in morning trading, tracking Wall Street
• Tom Brady acknowledges injury; says he'll "be ready to go" as Patriots arrive at Super Bowl
• Bardem wins film honor, `Sopranos' sweeps TV drama prizes at SAG awards
• Advertisers are banking more than ever on Super Bowl TV spots as writers' strike continues
• Hedo Turkoglu's last-second 3 lifts Orlando Magic over Boston Celtics 96-93
• Sehwag's 100 leads Indian effort on final day; Tendulkar out for 13
• Savard trumps Nash's hat trick, scores NHL All-Star winner in closing seconds
• Jerry Pate handles wind to win Turtle Bay Championship
• Shane Bond quits New Zealand cricket to play in Indian rebel league
• Back-to-back 3-pointers by Dirk Nowitzki help Mavericks hold off Nuggets
• Weather forecast for the Asia-Pacific region
• Daniel Day-Lewis dedicates his Screen Actors Guild award to Heath Ledger
• Nabokov shuts out Kovalchuk in entertaining second-period duel
• Tsonga's Australian Open finish moves him into top 20
• Djokovic's game is way up Down Under with victory over Tsonga for Australian crown
• China's main stock index falls 5.5 percent on worries over impact of US economic slowdown
• Asian markets drop, tracking Wall Street decline Friday, as US recession fears persist
• Vignettes: Stars do their own stargazing at Screen Actors Guild Awards
• Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley dead at 97
• South Korea's incoming president nominates ex-foreign minister as prime minister
• South Korea, EU try again to make progress on elusive free trade accord
• `No Country' emerges as Oscar favorite with key wins at SAGs; strike talk kept to minimum
• Leader of Greece's Orthodox Church, Archbishop Christodoulos, dies
• Hong Kong benchmark index plunges 4.7 percent by midday on US worries
• Hedo Turkoglu's last-second 3 lifts Orlando Magic over Boston Celtics 96-93
• Asian markets plunge, tracking Wall Street's drop, as US recession fears persist
• India's benchmark Sensex index drops 4.6 percent in early trading
• Qtrax file-sharing service offers free music downloads; Warner Music denies giving permission
• Draw likely in final Australia-India test
• 1 month after Kenya's election, death toll reaches 800
• Malaysia's judiciary faces new claim of high-level bribery
• Ally of Thailand's ousted leader chosen by parliament as next prime minister
• Citigroup mum on reports of plans to set up securities joint venture in China
• Japan's finance chief wants to discuss policy coordination at upcoming G7 meeting
• Dollar lower against yen in Asia as regional stocks decline on worries about US economy
• Kabul's opposition takes Ashdown out of running for UN 'super envoy' post
• Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index tumbles nearly 4 percent on worries of economic slowdown
• South Korean stock benchmark falls 3.9 percent; second largest decline this year
• One final time, Bush seeks to rally support for his agenda in State of the Union address
• French finance minister says Societe Generale trader appeared to act alone
• Singapore sovereign fund GIC promises greater disclosure: reports
• China warns of severe snowstorms for central and eastern regions
• Taiwan stock index plunges 3.3 percent on decline in China-related stocks
• Gordon B. Hinckley, Mormon church president who oversaw greatest church expansion, dead at 97
• Toyota beats GM in global vehicle production 2007 though GM still No. 1 in global sales
• Stimulus package viewed as critical to shore up US economy, despite deficit concerns
• McCain parries questions about his age by stressing judgment
• Societe Generale CEO revises down slightly estimated loss attributed to rogue trader
• Oil prices fall below US$90 a barrel as Asian equity markets drop
• China's Shanghai Composite sinks 7.2 percent on worries about U.S. slump, severe winter
• Clinton tries to bounce back in Florida; Republicans prepare for key primary
• Chinese bank denies report it plans to buy US$5 billion stake in Nigerian bank
• Asian markets plunge on US recession fears; Shanghai index drops 7.2 percent
• China promises to ensure supplies of oil and coal, warns of growth risks
• Report: Former Dow Jones board member reaches agreement to settle US insider trading case
• McDonald's given power to award British school qualifications
• Hundreds of police, soldiers control massive train station crowds in southern China
• Political talks resume in Italy after Romano Prodi's resignation as premier
• Toyota beats GM in global vehicle production 2007 though GM still No. 1 in global sales
• Lawyer says he expects alleged rogue trader to face preliminary charges
• Influential Sadrists urge radical Shiite cleric not to extend cease-fire
• Private investment in Afghanistan drops by half in 2007, business group says
• 9-year-old boy dies of bird flu, bringing Indonesia's death toll to 99
• Hong Kong benchmark index sinks 4.3 percent on US worries
• Fortis shares surge as it rejects rumors of subprime losses
• 35 Malaysians charged with illegal assembly after foiled anti-inflation rally
• South Korea's incoming president nominates ex-foreign minister as prime minister
• Euro rises against US dollar
• Musharraf visits Britain's Prime Minister Gordon Brown on last leg of European tour
• Detroit-based consortium confirmed as new owners of Derby County
• Mobile phone giant Nokia to take over Norwegian software company Trolltech
• State elections raise awkward questions for major German parties
• Political leaders and believers mourn the death of Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley
• Societe Generale trader set to appear before judge
• Asian, European markets slide on US recession fears; Shanghai index drops 7.2 percent
• China, EU working to expand anti-counterfeiting, trade security cooperation
• Beijing says 6 workers have died on Olympic projects
• "Moment of clarity" told Gilchrist it was time to go
• Chocolate maker invests in sustainable cocoa production in Ghana
• 'No Country for Old Men' dominates weekend awards, which put celebration ahead of strike
• India's benchmark Sensex index drops 1.1 percent amid weak global markets
• Winners stop to praise winners at Screen Actors Guild Awards
• India hard-pressed to stay second: Ponting
• Pakistan's Musharraf met secretly with Israel's Barak, Israeli officials say
• Gilchrist says Indian Premier League part of his post-retirement plans
• Former Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi taken to hospital after straining back
• Led Zeppelin guitarist ready to take band on world tour
• Barcelona, Valencia turn attention to Copa del Rey quarterfinals after poor league run
• Australia, India draw fourth test; Australia wins series 2-1
• Oil prices fall below US$90 a barrel as equity markets drop
• Rival Kenyan tribes face off with machetes, clubs and rocks in once quiet tourist town
• China warns Taiwan tensions still high, calls 2008 'extremely important year' for ties
• Minute's silence for Munich victims to be observed at England-Switzerland game
• Prosecutor: Trader did not enrich himself but still faces preliminary charges
• Thai parliament picks ally of ousted leader to be country's next prime minister
• Turkish professor receives suspended sentence for insulting Ataturk
• Beijing official grudgingly says 6 workers have died on Olympic projects
• Stuart Baxter appointed Finland national team coach
• Indian health minister, actor debate smoking in the movies
• Blair to advise Swiss insurer Zurich Financial on climate change, politics
• Clinton tries to bounce back in Florida; Republicans prepare for key primary
• Air France to spend euro2 billion a year through 2020 to reduce plane pollution
• Former Premier League head gets top Britain doping role
• Political leaders and believers mourn the death of Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley
• Societe Generale trader could face multiple preliminary charges of fraud, forgery
• China's volatile markets reflect growing investor uncertainty amid a booming economy
• Los Angeles' downtown Broadway tries out for second act with ambitious renewal plan
• Arsenal faces Newcastle in Premier League, three days after beating them in FA Cup
• 3 Ukrainian policemen deliver baby girl in middle of Odessa street
• New round of storms threaten Chinese provinces still struggling to dig out from blizzards
• Corning 4Q profit rises 11 percent and beats expectations as LCD maker gets pricing right
• FA Cup Draw
• Halliburton 4Q profit up 5 pct on strong revenue rise, increase in Mideast, Asian business
• McDonald's 4th-quarter profit rises 3 percent on strong same-store sales, tax benefits
• Verizon 4Q earnings rise 3.9 percent on growth in core operations; has 1M FiOS TV subs
• Beijing unveils "cool" Watercube swimming venue for Summer Olympics
• Two Indonesians die of bird flu, lifting Indonesian toll to 100
• Olof Mellberg to leave Villa for Juventus at end of season
• Turkish professor receives suspended sentence for insulting Ataturk
• Political talks resume in Italy after Romano Prodi's resignation as premier
• Detroit-based consortium confirmed as new owners of Derby County
• Wall Street stocks poised for opening losses following selling on overseas exchanges
• Alliance Data says Blackstone anticipates it won't close deal because of regulatory conditions
• Manchester United hosts Arsenal in FA Cup last 16
• Deucalion buys 8 Boeing 777 freighters for lease to Lufthansa-DHL venture
• Detroit-based consortium confirmed as new owners of Derby County
• Throngs of supporters bury the PLO's Habash in Jordan
• Czech Republic: Havel behind the scenes in a unique documentary film
• Premier League teams owned by foreigners
• Political leaders and believers mourn the death of Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley
• US official urges Turkey to be vigilant over financial dealings with Iranian banks
• McDonald's 4th-quarter profit rises 3 percent on strong same-store sales, tax benefits
• Oil prices fall below US$90 a barrel as equity markets drop
• Rival Kenyan tribes face off with machetes, clubs and rocks in once quiet tourist town
• Chocolate maker invests in cocoa production, lives of farmers in Ghana
• EU poll shows three out of four Europeans worried about personal data online
• Political leaders and believers mourn the death of Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley
• Indian police bust illegal kidney transplant ring
• Tyson Foods 1Q profits down, suspends guidance for year; expects to boost prices
• NYC police: No plans to interview Mary-Kate Olsen about Heath Ledger's death
• Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison endorses Obama, citing his vision
• Merkel acknowledges painful losses as elections pose tough questions for German parties
• Wall Street falls in early trading after strong earnings, selling in stocks overseas
• Political leaders and believers mourn the death of Mormon church president Gordon B. Hinckley
• Henryk Kasperczak resigns as Senegal coach after poor start at African Cup
• 300 Afghans die from snow, cold over last 10 days
• Investors plan to name their own slate of 4 directors at The New York Times Co.
• Societe Generale trader could face multiple preliminary charges of fraud, forgery
• Pistorius says there is little hope of wrapping up appeals to run in Beijing
• New US home sales down in 2007 by a record amount; prices posted weakest showing in 16 years
• One final time, Bush seeks to rally support for his agenda in State of the Union address
• European, Asian markets slide on US recession fears
• Musharraf visits Britain's Prime Minister Gordon Brown on last leg of European tour
• New US home sales down in 2007 by a record amount; prices posted weakest showing in 16 years
• Fruits distributor Chiquita 4Q sales rise, looks to refinance some debt
• Manchester United hosts Arsenal in FA Cup last 16
• Rival Kenyan tribes face off with machetes, clubs and rocks in once quiet tourist town
• Blackstone, Alliance Data say deal is in trouble because of "unprecedented" regulatory demands
• Finnish cross-country champion Myllyla sentenced for drunk driving
• McDonald's shares dive on US December sales slowdown despite $1.27B 4Q profit.
• New US home sales down in 2007 by a record amount; prices posted weakest showing in 16 years
• Clinton tries to bounce back in Florida; Republicans prepare for key primary
• Oil futures slide on renewed recession worries sparked by US home sales report, stocks
• Canadian PM harper to respond to report about Canada's future in Afghanistan
• McDonald's shares dive on US December sales slowdown despite $1.27B 4Q profit.
• Turkey criticizes US Democratic presidential hopefuls for Armenian genocide comments
• US says it is important to find someone to take UN 'super envoy' post to Afghanistan
• Andris Biedrins grabs 26 rebounds to lead Warriors to win over Knicks
• Oakland Athletics' Jack Cust denies using steroids
• Sidelines
• Ronaldo scores double for Manchester United
• Blades bursting with joy as balloons deflate City
• Dominant Woods seals 62nd PGA Tour win
• Loeb starts rally season with win at Monte Carlo
• Australia, India draw fourth test match
• Angola, Tunisia close in on quarterfinals
• Singh's appeal against racism charge to be held today
• Brady says 'I'll be ready to go' for the Super Bowl
• James outguns Bryant to lift Cavs over Lakers
• Savard scores winner in closing seconds
• Low-priced PCs to dominate mart
• Formosan Naruwan Hotel & Resort introduces special rate for lovers
• FamilyMart markets with tradition
• Lakeshore Hsinchu offers you a relaxing and joyful vacation
• Far Eastern launches New Year packages
• Taiex drops; Cosmos Bank plunges the most in 9 weeks
• Oil prices above US$90 in Asia, but still well below earlier highs
• Bankers predict recession, firms yet to feel slump
• Asian currencies drop; Baht nears decade high
• No-go for stocks this week, say analysts
• Asian markets stumble amid U.S. recession fear
• Firms find new advertisement venue in free music services
• France minister says SocGen under no pressure to merge
• In Brief
• Luxury yacht business seen booming
• Mines in South Africa idle for 4th day amid power woes