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Toshiba recalls about 41,000 computers
Toshiba has announced the voluntary recall of about 41,000 notebook computers worldwide at risk of overheating and burning users.
Roche Sets Cost-Costing Plan
Roche said it has launched a cost-cutting and efficiency plan in the wake of increased price pressures and a series of drug-development setbacks.
Mistrial threatens sham marriage trial
The sham marriage trial of actress Fernanda Romero, which the judge has likened to a soap opera, appeared threatened with a mistrial Friday after a dramatic turn a day earlier.
The Federal Coach: Aaron S. Williams, Peace Corps director
The nonprofit Partnership for Public Service and The Washington Post's On Leadership site jointly produce the Federal Coach, hosted by Tom Fox, director of the partnership's Center for Government Leadership. The goal is to "engage, inspire and learn from you, the federal worker...
White House considers pre-midterm package of business tax breaks to spur hiring
With less than two months until the November elections, the White House is weighing a package of business tax breaks potentially worth hundreds of billions of dollars. United States - Business - White House - President - Government
D.C. school to name hallway in honor of retired custodian
Some men get buildings named after them; others, streets. Ron Hillyer is getting a hallway. United States - Education - Honor Societies - Student - Texas
BP points to innovations arising from gulf oil spill
A glossy "Lessons Learned" document released on Thursday by BP describes the Deepwater Horizon blowout and oil spill as a valuable spur for innovation in containing future oil rig failures. Oil spill - Environment - Energy - Petroleum in the Environment - Business
Dispute Over Witness in Embassy Bombing Case
A judge will review if a government witness can testify in the trial of Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani, charged with plotting the 1998 bombings of two American embassies in East Africa.
Special Report: Business of Green: Multiplying the Yield of an Oasis
The government of Abu Dhabi, with the help of a German consultant, is working on a plan to extend its emergency freshwater reserves from 48 hours to 90 days.
U.N. Delays Release of Report on Possible Congo Genocide
Rwandan outrage over a report suggesting that its troops might have been responsible for genocide in Congo prompted the United Nations to delay the official release for a month.
Massacre survivor recounts experience
A survivor of a massacre in Mexico that left 72 dead advised other would-be migrants to stay at home to avoid a fate like the one he and his companions met.
Opinion: School reform takes courage
It's back-to-school time, which means some in the media have gone back to asking: "What's wrong with our schools? And how can we fix it?"
Movie review: 'A Woman, a Gun and a Noodle Shop' makes for quirky treat
Zhang Yimou uses Chinese operatic humor to great effect in re-imagining the Coen brothers' 'Blood Simple.' Zhang Yimou uses Chinese operatic humor to great effect in re-imagining the Coen brothers' 'Blood Simple.'
What will the president say to get Democrats excited for the coming campaign?
Labor Day traditionally begins the final sprint to Election Day. So starting today, we're going to offer a new end-of-the-week feature. Each week, I'll post some of the questions I'm trying to answer based on news of the week or something that's come up in my reporting. In the following...
The U.S. auto industry is smaller but healthier.
Did you see the dreadful news about automobile sales in August? "U.S. Car Sales Plunged in August," the Wall Street Journal headline declared. "Auto Sales Post Weakest August Since 1983," noted Reuters. [ more ... ] United States - Automobile - Wall Street Journal - Autos - Recreation
Economists are making the case politicians are afraid to: Immigration is great for the U.S.
If you pay attention only to politics, you'd be forgiven for thinking that the current debate about immigration in America is limited to how severely it should be restricted—whether we need only to seal the border or actually change the birthright citizenship clause in the...
Killing Spree in Slovakia Taps Into a Troubled Vein
As Slovakia held a day of mourning Thursday to honor the victims of Monday's violent rampage in the Slovak capital, Bratislava, a picture began to emerge of the killer.
World Briefing | The Americas: Colombia: 5 Police Officers Are Killed by Bomb
Five police officers were killed and four wounded by a roadside bomb while on patrol Wednesday evening in the southern town of Doncello, where leftist rebels are active.
Abbott Abandons Sale of Unit
Abbott pulled the plug on the sale of its European flu-vaccine business when initial bids came in below the company's expectations.
T.I. headed back to Atlanta to see probation officer
The recording artist is out on $10,000 bail and due in Beverly Hills court at 8:30 a.m. Friday.
Turkish Action Film Depicts Israeli Raid
“Valley of the Wolves: Palestine” is built around the unsuccessful attempt in May by a six-boat Turkish flotilla to breach Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza.
Rape Victims in Congo Raid Now More Than 240
Aid officials expected that number to rise in the four-day attack by Congolese and Rwandan rebels.
North Korea Takes Steps to Extend Dynastic Rule
North Korea’s leader is to convene a ruling party meeting where it is expected that his son will be given an official post, a step on the road to leadership.
World Briefing | Europe: Turkey: U.N. Panel Gets Report on Flotilla Raid
The United Nations panel is to examine documents from Turkey and Israel and deliver its first progress report in mid-September.
Pakistan’s Cricket Conspiracy Theory
Pakistan's top diplomat in Britain suggested on Thursday that three of his nation's cricket stars, accused of agreeing to take part in a betting scam, were "innocent" victims of a plot against them.
In Denying a Sex Scandal, a British Minister Focuses Attention on the Issue
The foreign secretary rejects speculation that he had a relationship with an aide, and focuses instead on his relationship with his wife.
Employers Raise Workers' Share of Health Costs
Employers passed health-insurance costs onto employees at a sharply higher rate this year, and businesses' premiums grew more slowly than they have in a decade, according to an annual survey.
Countrywide's Case of Full Disclosure
When does a company that has made financial disclosures fail to satisfy disclosure requirements?
World Briefing | Middle East: Gaza: Militant Groups Promise More Attacks
Thirteen militant groups in Gaza vowed Thursday to step up attacks on Israeli targets to foil peace negotiations.
Disney, Time Warner Cable strike new deal
After several weeks of tense negotiations, Walt Disney Co. struck a new deal to keep its broadcast and cable channels on Time Warner Cable, one of the nation's largest pay-TV distributors with more than 14 million subscribers nationwide with markets including New York City and Los Angeles.
Manager Rejected China Potash Offer
The investment chief of a big Canadian pension fund said he turned down a request to participate in a Chinese-backed consortium interested in launching a counterbid for Potash Corp.
Vote: Is Jackie Evancho changing her sound?
You can compare for yourself with these videos, but to my ears, when you factor out physical maturity, Brightman's voice is much lighter and sounds more like Evancho a year ago.
Boeing Has No Plans to Finance 787 Deliveries for 2011
Boeing Co. doesn't plan to finance any of the 787 aircraft due for delivery next year, while one of its largest customers said it needs more clarity on the final delivery schedule before it can approach lenders.
George Romero meets Gene Roddenberry in 'Night of the Living Trekkies'
For "Night of the Living Trekkies" authors Kevin David Anderson and Sam Stall, the worlds of Gene Roddenberry and George A. Romero were a match made in Omicron Ceti III.
Brendan Fraser, Jennifer Coolidge heading to Broadway in 'Elling'
Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson handed out his opinion on country starlet Taylor Swift. Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson handed out his opinion on country starlet Taylor Swift.
Brewer Says Her Performance in Gubernatorial Debate Fell Short
Gov. Jan Brewer says she didn't do as well as she wanted in her televised debate with challenger Terry Goddard.
Opinion: Social Security can help states
State budgets are being squeezed by unprecedented amounts for the third year in a row as legislators are forced to close gaps of up to 50 percent of state spending.
U.S., Iran battle on basketball court
Political discussions about Iran's nuclear aspirations were benched Thursday when the United States' and Iran's national basketball teams went head-to-head at the FIBA World Championships in Istanbul, Turkey.
The New York Times' "Thursday Styles" section discovers flat-chested pride.
The New York Times' "Thursday Styles" section discovers A-cup vanity. [ more ... ] New York Times - New York - United States - Metro Areas - Business and Economy
No Pampers link to rash cases, safety groups say
Two agencies investigating claims that Procter & Gamble Co's Pampers Dry Max gave children severe diaper rash reported Thursday that they have found no specific cause linking the diapers to rashes.
VimpelCom in Deal Talks
Russian telecom operator Vimpel Communications said it's in talks to buy Egyptian and Italian telecom assets, as it reported a 52% decline in net profit.
theGrio: Why the FDA must curb cough syrup abuse
YouTube search the term "DXM." You'll find thousands of videos that chronicle the adventures teenagers "robotripping," or getting high on dextromethorphan.
Farrakhan Expresses Support for Planned Mosque Near Ground Zero
Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan said Thursday an Islamic community center and mosque planned near ground zero should be built because Muslims were among those of many faiths who died in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Calderon touts successes in cartel war
Mexican authorities have had significant successes against drug traffickers, President Felipe Calderon said in his fourth annual state-of-the-nation speech Thursday, noting that three major kingpins have been captured or killed in the past year.
Karzai Kin Asks U.S. to Bolster His Bank
A top shareholder in Kabul Bank called on the U.S. to shore up the lender after depositors withdrew about a third of its cash reserves in two days, while the country sought to avert a destabilizing crisis.
Pakistan Gets I.M.F. Relief, Tightens Security
The International Monetary Fund will give Pakistan $450 million in emergency flood aid, providing some relief for a government overwhelmed by the disaster and facing renewed militant violence.
It's Not Just the Jobs. It's the Jobs Machine.
The debate over what can be done to get Americans back to work is missing a deeper and more troubling reality: The American economy hasn't been a very robust jobs-producer for quite a while.
Telluride Film Festival announces lineup
The annual event is a reliable gauge on which movies will screen well and stand the test of time. This year's festival includes some high-profile adult dramas. The annual event is a reliable gauge on which movies will screen well and stand the test of time. This year's festival includes some...
Workers rescued after oil platform fire
A fire on an oil and gas production platform in the Gulf of Mexico is out and there is no indication of an oil sheen, the Coast Guard said. There were no serious injuries.
61 Days to Decide: Ohio Senate Candidate Indicted for 'Sexual Conduct' With Minor
A long-shot Senate candidate who claims Tea Party support was indicted on a sex charge this week, an accusation he calls "politically motivated." 
Toshiba to Launch New Tablet Computer
Toshiba said that it will release by year-end a tablet computer that runs on Google's Android operating system as the company aims to compete with Apple's iPad.
TPG Sells Ping An Stake For $1.16 Billion
Private-equity firm TPG Inc. has sold its remaining stake in Ping An Insurance for $1.16 billion in the latest example of how the U.S. company is reaping profits from its investments in Asia.
Wyoming Man Donates $1.5M to Defend Arizona Immigration Law in Court
A Wyoming man has given more than $1.5 million to help defend Arizona's controversial immigration enforcement measure in court, Gov. Jan Brewer's office said Thursday.
Iraqi Military Adjusts to U.S. Support, Minus Combat Troops
The third phase, from the end of 2016 to the end of 2020, is the "completion phase" by which time the Iraqi army will be a "real power," able to deal not only with internal, but also external threats.
Justice Department sues Arizona sheriff Arpaio
The federal government is suing Joe Arpaio, the controversial Arizona sheriff, over his refusal to turn over documents in a civil rights probe. Sheriff - Law - Joe Arpaio - Lawsuit - United States Justice Department
Race to the Top grants go to groups developing new student assessment strategies
The federal government awarded $330 million Thursday to two groups that are developing new student assessment systems for the District, Maryland and dozens of other states in an effort to upgrade their much-maligned standardized tests. Race to the Top - Education - United States...
Hurricane Earl upgraded as winds reach 140 mph
Hurricane Earl is again upgraded to a Category 4 hurricane and poses a serious threat to the Outer Banks and other parts of the East Coast. Meteorology - Hurricane - Earth Sciences - Atmospheric Sciences - Weather Phenomena
GOP Works to Woo Voters
House Republicans are hunting for an election-season middle ground on which they can make promises to voters without providing enough details to be attacked by Democrats.
Techs Lead in Tokyo, Seoul
Asian stock markets were modestly higher Friday with technology plays leading markets in Tokyo and Seoul. The Nikkei rose 0.4%.
Mideast Experts Fear Peace Talks Are Too Ambitious
Some veteran peace process practitioners say Israel and the Palestinians should first aim for a partial solution because the gaps between the positions are too wide.
Hamas, 10 groups vow to target Israelis
"Resistance operations" will continue against Israelis despite the arrests of Hamas activists in the West Bank, a Hamas official said Thursday.
Jerry Lewis is still going the distance
The 84-year-old comedian is gearing up for another telethon for the Muscular Dystrophy Assn. And despite health problems in the recent years, he's feeling better and planning stage and film projects. On a recent afternoon, comedy legend Jerry Lewis cracked open a diet soda...
'Law & Order' may come calling to L.A. theater rolls
Like their New York counterparts, local thespians will have a chance to populate the show's supporting parts. Their fresh faces are seen as a plus for the newest version of the show, which is set in L Like their New York counterparts, local thespians will have a chance to populate the show's...
Are the next-generation Neato and Mint robo-cleaners better than the Roomba?
If you ask a robot scientist why his industry is so interested in cleaning our floors, chances are he'll mention the "three D's." Robots, it turns out, are best suited to replacing humans in jobs that are dirty, dull, or dangerous. Sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping fit the first two D's, and...
How many uses are there for a dead body?
Car manufacturers sometimes use cadavers in crash tests, according to Wired magazine. Researchers claim that, despite advances in dummy technology, there's still nothing like good old flesh and bone to validate new safety features. Everyone knows that medical students rely on cadavers...
Pair Convicted of Drug Trafficking in Mexico
Two Americans detained last year by soldiers who said they found two marijuana-filled suitcases in their truck were found guilty of drug trafficking by a Mexican court.
South Africa Strike Exposes Divisions
A public-service strike in South Africa has laid bare divisions between labor unions and the government of President Zuma.
Attackers Strike Home of Iranian Opposition Leader
Attackers smashed windows and damaged security cameras at the home of Mehdi Karroubi a day before a rally that the authorities worry might reignite antigovernment protests.
Putin Extends Wheat-Export Ban
The Russian prime minister's move helped push up the price of wheat and sparked fears of supply shortages and broader unrest over rising food costs.
Disney, Time Warner Reach Deal
Disney and Time Warner Cable reached an accord after marathon negotiations over a long-term deal that will provide Time Warner Cable subscribers with a wide swath of Disney's programming.
Srinagar Journal: A Kashmir Hospital Is Witness to Conflict
Just getting to work is an ordeal for staff members, who have also had to face chanting protesters in their emergency room.
A New Digital Battlefield
TV shows are emerging as a new front in the war over digital media between Amazon.com and Apple amid their ongoing battles over electronic books and online music.
World Briefing | Europe: France: Minister Admits Lending Support on Award
Labor Minister Éric Woerth conceded Thursday that he wrote a letter in 2007 to Nicolas Sarkozy pressing for a state award for his wife’s future employer.
Soldiers Kill 25 in Mexico Gunbattle
Mexico’s military says 25 suspects have been shot dead by soldiers in a gunbattle near the U.S. border.
President to aides: Find economic spark
After a week mostly focused on Iraq and Mideast diplomacy, it's back to the economy for President Barack Obama, who will deliver remarks Friday on the August unemployment numbers.
Bonnie Blue actress from 'GWTW' dies
Cammie King Conlon, who played the ill-fated Bonnie Blue Butler in "Gone With the Wind," used to joke "that I peaked at age 5."
Movie projector: 'Machete,' 'Going the Distance' and 'The American' go head-to-head-to-head
Hollywood is targeting three distinct audience segments on the traditionally slow Labor Day weekend at the box office.
U.S. Frets Over Foreign GM Investors
The U.S. Treasury is concerned about the political fallout of allowing overseas investors to buy big stakes in General Motors through the car maker's initial public offering this fall.
Live review: Herbie Hancock's 'Seven Decades - The Birthday Celebration' at the Hollywood Bowl
"What does a 70-year-old jazz legend get to play on his birthday at the Hollywood Bowl?" The answer for the great Herbie Hancock is, of course, anything he wants.
Probe Circles Globe to Find Dirty Money
A slim lead helped spark a global inquiry that found some of Europe's vaunted banks actively evaded U.S. law in aiding sanctioned countries to move $2 billion undetected.
Osteoporosis drugs may raise throat cancer risk
Researchers say new findings shouldn't affect patients taking bisphosphonates, but said the medicines should be watched closely. Other  studies have been divided over whether the risk is real.
Dems Seek to Undermine Vitter's Momentum by Highlighting Prostitution Scandal
Louisiana Democrats are seizing on Sen. David Vitter's role in a 2007 prostitution scandal for a new campaign attack ad that seeks to cut into the Louisiana Republican's commanding lead over his election opponents.
Europe's 4-Regulator Solution
The European Union reached a preliminary deal Thursday to set up four new European regulators to strengthen supervision of the region's financial-services industry.
Convicted killer spared death penalty
An Ohio death row inmate who has repeatedly claimed his innocence was spared execution, after the state's governor Thursday noted "legitimate questions" about evidence used to convict the man.
When animal rescuers become animal hoarders
Linda Bruno called her Pennsylvania cat rescue the land of milk and tuna. It thrived for years as people sent pets they couldn't care for from hundreds of miles away — unaware it was a death camp for cats.
Anti-Abortion Group Says It Was Confronted by Discovery Gunman at 2009 Protest
While James Jay Lee was holding three hostage at the Discovery Channel's headquarters, his image was broadcast to the world, catching the eye of an anti-abortion group that says it crossed once paths with him
What chance do Mideast talks have?
The latest round of peace talks between the Israelis and Palestinians is starting off much like similar endeavors in the past, but the Obama administration hopes that this time, the outcome will be different.
Drew Barrymore and Justin Long as slackers in long-distance love in Going the Distance.
Going the Distance (Paramount) is a pleasant, floppy romantic comedy that's hard to hate—the lead couple, played by Justin Long and Drew Barrymore, are too game and appealing to inspire much snark—but also hard to love. There's just not quite enough to the movie: not enough...
Is the New York Times' book section really a boys' club?
Two weeks ago, best-selling author Jodi Picoult sent a Tweet in a fit of pique. Upon reading Michiko Kakutani's glowing review of Jonathan Franzen's new novel Freedom in the New York Times, the lady novelist took to her keyboard and typed out the following: [ more ... ] Jonathan Franzen...
Putin Extends Ban on Russian Grain Exports
Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin announced Thursday that Russia’s ban on grain exports would be extended well into next year because of continued uncertainty over production.
The Peanut Solution
A World Food Program screening center in Port-au-Prince.An easy-to-produce paste may help cure malnourishment around the world. But who owns the recipe?
Martyrs in the Valley of Peace
In the Cemetery of the Martyrs of the Army of the Imam Mahdi, death is not mourned. The men here have died as martyrs, and sacrifice is exalted.
Text messages little help in remembering the Pill
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A cell phone text message -- and the buzz or beep that signals its arrival -- may not help a woman remember to pop her birth control pill, a new study suggests.
Hamas Looms as Spoiler in Middle East Peace Talks
Middle East peace talks got under way Thursday for the first time in nearly two years with a violent reminder sent by the Palestinian terror group Hamas that it will try to torpedo any agreement struck in Washington between Israelis and the Palestinian Authority. 
FYF Fest: The must-see acts and the maybes
The FYF Fest marks the unofficial close of the outdoor rock 'n' roll festival season, bringing it to an end with dissonant guitars, vocal yelps, disaffected beach-bum punks and even a song or two inspired by the Civil War.
Hurricane Earl, downgraded to Category 2, begins hitting Outer Banks
NAGS HEAD, N.C. - Hurricane Earl's powerful winds and lashing rains began hitting the fragile Outer Banks late Thursday, and people all along the Eastern Seaboard braced for major disruptions and significant damage as the massive storm swept up the coastline. Hurricane Earl...
Watching a Girl Die by Mortar
In war, emotions run high. Adam Ferguson has found that can help as well as hinder, Eirini Vourloumis reports.
Prosecutors can ask for a five-year sentence for Illinois' ex-governor.
After the public spectacle surrounding the arrest and trial of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, the jury's decision to hang on 23 of 24 charges has largely been viewed as an embarrassing failure for Patrick Fitzgerald, Chicago's top federal prosecutor. The editorial boards of the Washington...
Double hand transplant patient can 'wiggle fingers'
The transplant recipient made his first appearance on Thursday, about a week after he underwent a nearly 18-hour transplant procedure at a hospital.
Doctors v. Lawyers: A New Battle Over Court Costs
As the Treasury Department considers a tax policy change that would allow trial lawyers to deduct their litigation expenses in contingency-fee cases, the American Medical Association and 90 medical organizations are urging Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner to drop the proposal...
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