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BP says SEC, DOJ looking at securities matters Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:09PMBP says the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Justice Department are conducting informal inquiries into securities matters arising from the Gulf oil spill.
Someone somewhere need some support Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:09PMSomewhere in this country sits a Penan woman wondering why the authorities have not brought the persons who raped her to justice.
Fines for members of cabinet who breach code Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:09PMTHE cabinet announced interim fines yesterday for members of the executive - including the president - who breach the ethics code.
Decision regarding compliance order for Taunton's Star Theater owner expected by August Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:08PMA judge’s decision as to whether Star Theater owner Michael O’Donnell is in contempt of court for failing to remove combustible and flammable materials from his downtown building could be rendered in August.
Mizzou QB Blaine Gabbert ready for healthy season Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:08PMIRVING, TEXAS • For all his vast talent, a year ago questions abounded about how quickly then-sophomore Blaine Gabbert could do justice to the Mizzou quarterbacking roles of trail-blazing predecesso
Man denies guilt in fire at Grand View Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:08PMAUGUSTA -- The man charged with burning down the Grand View Topless Coffee Shop in Vassalboro in June 2009 pleaded not guilty Tuesday to two counts of arson.
City weighs action in minority-hiring suit Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:08PMBLADE STAFF Toledo City Council is considering spending up to $50,000 to hire the Spengler Nathanson PLL law firm to defend the city against a lawsuit filed in federal court July 15 by Advocates for Basic Legal Equality Inc. contending Toledo has not met requirements for recruiting minorities as firefighters. The case originated in the mid-1970s and pertains to recruitment and selection of ...
JBC to reduce nominees for SC associate justice Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:08PMThe Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) will meet this Wednesday to cut down names of aspirants to the Supreme Court which will be submitted to President Benigno Aquino III, a spokesman for the high court said.
Thai-ASEAN News Network Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:07PMThe Department of Special Investigation Chief has filed a defamation lawsuit against a key red-shirt leader, for alleging that his wife asked for a bribe from a business when she worked for the Revenue Department in exchange for the settlement of a tax evasion case.
RC Rush proves to be poster child for CHL Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:05PM{wmv}0x22000000000000009E738BF4BA010000{/wmv} Two years ago there were questions about how a professional hockey team could thrive in Rapid City. But now, the Rapid City Rush has become one of the top franchises in the Central Hockey League.
Illegal immigrant won't sign notification Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:55AMA British fugitive, arrested in Cape Town as an illegal immigrant, refused to sign a notification that declared him an undesirable person, the Cape Town magistrate's court heard on Wednesday.
Massachusetts chief justice who wrote landmark gay marriage ruling says she's retiring Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:55AMBOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts chief justice who wrote the state's landmark ruling legalizing gay marriage has announced she's stepping down.
Man gets bail twice Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:55AMThe DA was on Wednesday dismayed that a man was granted bail on cash-in-transit heist and murder charges, despite being out on bail for another heist.
Muslims must fight U.S./British terrorism: Leader Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:55AMTEHRAN, July 21 (MNA) -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on the Muslim world to stand up to the brutal terrorism promoted by the United States and Britain.
Court says Menard attorney should not get job Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:55AMHome improvement chain Menard Inc. does not have to reinstate a female executive who was fired after complaining about her pay, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Beshir has 'nothing to fear' in Chad Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:54AMSudan's President begins visits to former foe despite warrant for his arrest for genocide, war crimes.
Searchers seek Henrickson clues Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:54AMABOUT 30 volunteers, including members of North Shore Rescue, searched dense underbrush and steep cliffs on Bowen Island Saturday hoping for clues to the disappearance of 17-year-old Jodi Henrickson of Squamish, who was last seen on the island more than a year ago.
Milon Banerjee cremated Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:53AMNew Delhi, July 21 : India's former attorney general Milon Kumar Banerjee, who died a day earlier, was cremated here Wednesday.
Released on bail, British journalist accused of contempt of court Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:53AMReporters without Borders, 20 July 2010 Reporters Without Borders is outraged by the contempt of court charges that have been brought against British freelance journalist Alan Shadrake in connection with his new book, “Once a Jolly Hangman: Singapore Justice in the Dock.” Freed on bail last night, Shadrake is due to appear before the Singapore high [...]
On arbitrary detention Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:52AMThe United Nations working group on arbitrary detention visited Malaysia last month at the invitation of the government. Group chairman El Hadji Malick Sow tells ZAKIAH KOYA how it compiled its preliminary report.
Judge refuses to withdraw from drilling ban case Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:30PMA federal judge who overturned the Obama administration's initial six-month moratorium on deepwater oil drilling has refused to disqualify himself from the case.
Afghanistan tops visit agenda Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:29PMThe White House on Monday said the war in Afghanistan is "first and foremost" on the agenda for Prime Minister David Cameron's first Washington visit with President Obama, but the new British leader will be walking a political tightrope over the release of the Lockerbie bomber amid questions from Congress ...
Judge Refuses to Withdraw From Drilling Ban Case Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:29PMFederal judge who tossed out feds' first deepwater drilling ban refuses to withdraw from case Business - New Orleans - Gulf of Mexico - United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit - Oil spill
Utah ethics commission convenes for first time Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:29PMSALT LAKE CITY — If a complaint against a state legislator were filed tomorrow, the chairman of Utah's new independent legislative ethics commission is confident in its ability to handle the situation correctly.
Elena Kagan denies 'substantive' discussion of health-care case Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:28PMSenate Republicans are worried that, as solicitor general, Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan advised President Obama about litigation against health-care reform – a potential issue if the litigation makes it to the Supreme Court.
Van der Sloot showing 'psychopathic tendencies:' Peru doctors Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:28PMJoran van der Sloot is showing "psychopathic tendencies," a report says.
Judge refuses to withdraw from drilling ban case Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:28PMAssociated Press - July 19, 2010 8:15 PM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - A federal judge who overturned the Obama administration's initial six-month moratorium on deepwater oil drilling has refused to...
Large group of pro-Grant demonstrators head toward BART station to leave Walnut Creek Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:27PMWestbound lanes still closed on Ygnacio Valley
Court grants bail to jailed ex-media mogul Black Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:26PMCHICAGO (AP) Jailed former newspaper magnate Conrad Black was granted bail on Monday by a federal appeals court, weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court kicked his 2007 fraud conviction back to a lower court.
World pays tribute to Mandela at 92 Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:17AMNelson Mandela has turned 92 as US President Barack Obama and other world leaders hailed the anti-apartheid icon's contribution to the fight for human rights.
S.Africa almost achieved Mandela's dream during WC: Zuma Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:17AMSouth Africa came close to achieving Nelson Mandela's dream of a united nation during the World Cup, President Jacob Zuma said today during celebrations to mark Mandela's 92nd birthday.
West to set down 2014 exit strategy Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:17AMWestern troops are to pull out of Afghanistan by 2014, under a blueprint for drawing down coalition forces that is set to begin in a matter of months.A leaked communique - a copy of which has been seen by the Independent on Sunday...
America’s birthplace of golf remains unsold Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:16AMCHARLESTON — Mike Stevens is part of a group that travels to West Virginia every summer for an old-time re-enactment of golf at its American birthplace. They use hickory-shafted clubs and yesteryear fashion statements, and hold onto hopes that Oakhurst Links can keep its heritage going, too.
Young women become more violent Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:15AMYoung Kiwi women are becoming more violent, with disorder and violence convictions more than doubling since 2000.
Telefonica deal to buy Brazil's Vivo falls apart Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:15AMSpanish telecommunications giant Telefonica on Saturday pulled out of negotiations to acquire a euro7.15 billion ($9.3 billion) stake in Brazil's leading cell phone company Vivo.
The Pimentel vs Zubiri electoral protest Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:15AMTHE new administration of President Aquino and the Supreme Court headed by Chief Justice Renato Corona should do something to speed up the wheels of justice in the Philippines.
Sen. Antonio Trillanes, prisoner of conscience Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:14AMSEVEN years ago on July 27, 2003, some 300 officers and enlisted men took over Oakwood Hotel in Makati City.
Truth and condominiums Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:14AMJUST two weeks in his new office, Vice President Jejomar Binay’s political irrelevance has already set in
Mandate Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:13AMI’M astonished that people insist only on seeing one part of the SWS survey. That’s the part that says 88 percent of the respondents have “much trust” in Noynoy Aquino.
Kosovo PM: No land swap with Serbia Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:54AMKosovo will not consider any land swap with Serbia along ethnic lines to ease tensions in the region.
Russia, U.S. swap 14 in Cold War-style spy exchange Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:52AMMOSCOW/VIENNA (Reuters) - Russia and the United States conducted the biggest spy swap since the Cold War on Friday, trading agents on the Vienna airport tarmac in an evocative climax to an espionage drama that had threatened improving ties.
Armstrong lawyer rubbishes report of doping probe Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:51AMA lawyer acting for seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong has rubbished a report claiming that a federal investigation into the American is gathering pace.
Dog killer sentenced to 90 days Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:47AMEVERETT — An Arlington man who killed his dog and suggested he planned the same fate for a former girlfriend who loved the animal was sentenced Thursday to 90 days in jail.
JP-3 candidate cited for trespassing after leaving pamphlet Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:47AMThelma Grimes/San Pedro Valley News-Sun Bruce Staggs, a St. David resident running for Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace, will face a judge after being cited for criminal trespassing in the 3rd degree. Staggs' court date is set for July 27 in Sierra Vista.
Charest to stay in Quebec Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:46AMThe premier of Quebec said he would not try to become prime minister of Canada.
Armstrong's lawyer rubbishes doping probe Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:45AMA lawyer acting for seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong says reports of an far-reaaching investigation into doping after allegations made by Floyd Landis is "garbage".
Here and Now: 1070 Lawsuit Impact Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:41AMThe Justice Department's lawsuit against SB 1070 is already making waves. Joining Here and Now to discuss its impact are Tom Liddy, former chair of the Maricopa County Republican Party, and Chad Campbell, State Representative and AZ House Minority Whip.
Pak declines to hand over 26/11 suspects to India Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:40AMPakistan President Asif Ali Zardari says the "non-state actors" will be brought to justice in his country.
Crawford JP encouraged by ban of K2 substance Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 8:40AMThe justice of the peace who sponsored legislation banning the synthetic marijuana substance known as K2 in Crawford County said he is encouraged by the Arkansas Board of Health's decision Friday to ban the sale of the substance.
Republicans challenge Kagan on military at Harvard Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 8:39AMWASHINGTON — Challenged by Republicans, Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan said today the Pentagon's recruiters had access to Harvard Law School students "every single day I was dean" and rejected GOP claims that she maneuvered to thwart them.