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Jordan Islamist prisoners end hunger strike 
AFP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 4:23 AM
A group of prisoners jailed in Jordan in connection with Islamist-linked state security crimes have ended a 36-hour hunger strike over prison conditions, a police spokesman said.Jordan PM visits South Korea for labour talks AFP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 3:28 AM
Jordan's Prime Minister Maaruf Bakhit is on a three-day visit to South Korea to attend a conference of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and to sign labour agreements, government spokesman Nasser Jawdeh has said.Jordan prince warns over Mideast arms race AFP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 12:24 AM
Iran could trigger a nuclear arms race if it develops an atomic bomb as the West fears, Prince Hassan of Jordan warned, urging Asian nations to become more involved in the Middle East.Jordan parliament OKs terrorism law AP via Yahoo! News - Aug 27 8:04 PM
Jordan's parliament on Sunday endorsed the country's first anti-terrorism law despite objections by some lawmakers that the bill curtails freedoms.Speech by Prince Hassan of Jordan, President of the Club of Rome, Promotes the Human Agenda Through Multiculturalism in [Press Release] Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance - 1 hour, 43 minutes ago
TOKYO----Aug. 29, 2006--On Thursday, August 24, Prince Hassan bin al Talal of Jordan, President of the Club of Rome, called for mutual respect among different cultures in a speech at the International Conference Hall of Soka University, Hachioji, Tokyo, upon his acceptance of an honorary doctorate from the University.Jordan to supply Jericho with power Middle East Times - Aug 28 6:40 AM
AMMAN -- Jordan has signed a deal with the Palestinian Authority (PA) to provide the Jericho region of the West Bank with cheaper electricity, state-run Petra news agency reported Monday.Jordan prince: Muslim troops needed UPI - Aug 28 7:08 AM
KYOTO, Japan, Aug. 28 (UPI) -- A prince of Jordan has said that Israel should end its opposition to the inclusion of Asian Muslims in the U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon.Jordan Islamist prisoners end hunger strike Middle East Times - Aug 28 5:11 AM
AMMAN -- A group of prisoners jailed in Jordan in connection with Islamist-linked state security crimes have ended a 36-hour hunger strike over prison conditions, a police spokesman said Monday.Jordan prince urges Asian countries to do more to bring peace to Mideast Channel NewsAsia - Aug 28 1:56 AM
TOKYO : Prince El Hassan bin Talal of Jordan urged Asian nations to play a greater role in helping to bring peace to war-torn Middle East.Event management seminar to promote professional development in Jordan AME Info - Aug 28 4:44 AM
Event Management Essentials is the first of such events that will attract 80 to 100 industry practitioners and professionals from the events industry throughout Jordan and the Middle East for a 2-day seminar that will take place at Zara Expo Auditorium on 17 and 18 October 2006.Jordan Business Council in Dubai to organise "Back to Business 2006" AME Info - Aug 28 1:29 AM
The extremely successful 'Back to Business' networking event is to be organised this year by the Jordan Business Council and is scheduled to take place at the Grand Hyatt Hotel on September 19,2006.Jordan prince warns over Mideast arms race IranMania.com - Aug 28 2:16 AM
LONDON, August 28 (IranMania) - Iran could trigger a nuclear arms race if it develops an atomic bomb as the West fears, Prince Hassan of Jordan warned Monday, urging Asian nations to become more involved in the Middle East, AFP reported.Jordan shares rise on truce hopes; Arab marts end mixed Gulf Times - Aug 27 11:47 PM
Dubai: Stocks in Jordan advanced on optimism the country will benefit from the truce in Lebanon. The Amman General Stock Exchange Index added 2.5% to 6157.62, bringing this month s advance to 3.8%.Jordan s Lower House Approves New Terror Prevention Law Arab News - Aug 27 4:13 PM
AMMAN, 28 August 2006 Jordan s lower house of Parliament yesterday approved with majority of votes a controversial terrorism prevention draft law despite warnings by Arab and Jordanian human rights bodies that the bill posed threats to personal and public freedoms.Jordan may judge 'Babe Idol' contestants New Kerala - Aug 27 11:31 AM
London, Aug 27: Busty beauty Jordan is likely to be one of the two judges in the Babe Idol contest, which will assess the participants on their looks and singing ability.Nebraska chooses its RB Sports Illustrated - Aug 28 9:34 AM
If there was one Nebraska back who'd have the edge right now, the smart money would have to be on Cody Glenn. Running backs coach Randy Jordan is pleased with Glenn's demeanor and performance on the field. -- Lincoln Journal StarJordan-Hare gets touch-up The Huntsville Times - Aug 27 2:36 AM
AUBURN - When Jeff Steele walked into Jordan-Hare Stadium last year, the interior looked much the same as when he was there for his first college football game in 1971.CONTRACTS AWARDED Washington Post - Aug 28 4:46 AM
AICI/Syska/Archirodon LLC of Arlington won a $69.7 million contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for construction of the King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center in Jordan.Weekly Edition, Jordan - Week of August 28, 2006 ArabicNews.com - 1 hour, 53 minutes ago
We are looking for sales & marketing representatives in different countries. Apply now!Family shares memories of Marine killed in Iraq Boston Globe - Aug 28 4:20 PM
Nearing the end of a grueling tour of duty in Iraq, Marine Cpl. Jordan C. Pierson was looking forward to returning home and was already making plans to go skydiving.Energy-efficient systems in buildings reduce investor concerns in Jordan and U.A.E Mena Report - Aug 26 10:12 PM
Property investors in Jordan and UAE have expressed their satisfaction concerning the implementation of energy-efficient solutions in buildings and various premises which drastically reduce energy costs, especially following the real estate boom in the region.Folly Volley: Chico's FAS The Motley Fool - Aug 28 2:05 PM
Chico's FAS (NYSE: CHS) has long been one of those apparel retailers you could count on to meet or exceed analyst expectations. But even Michael Jordan didn't win all of his games, and this champion-caliber retailer was bound to find its own defeats.Egyptian workers stage Jordan pay protest Middle East Times - Aug 28 2:40 AM
AMMAN -- Around 200 Egyptian workers staged a peaceful protest Sunday outside the Amman governorate accusing their employer of not paying them, state-run Petra news agency reported.Fear, loathing and respect in Mideast: Arab countries mixed feelings on Iran JTA - Aug 28 3:11 PM
AMMAN, Jordan, Aug. 28 (JTA) Iran s refusal to suspend uranium enrichment activities that could be used to produce atomic weapons is prompting both admiration and concern in the Arab world.Jordan's prince calls for Japan's commitment to create WMD-free zone Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Aug 27 9:10 PM
_ Japan could and should do more to help resolve the conflict in the Middle East, including making a commitment to help create a weapons of mass destruction-free zone to attain stability in the oil-producing region, a visiting Jordanian prince said Monday.Hartwell has surgery, could miss opener Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Aug 28 5:59 PM
Flowery Branch Falcons middle linebacker Ed Hartwell is questionable for the season opener at Carolina Sept. 10 and possibly the home opener the following week against Tampa Bay after having arthroscopic surgery to both knees Monday. The procedure was to remove debris that had accumulated after years of wear, coach Jim Mora said. Second-year player Jordan Beck will start at middle linebacker in Jordan, Ann J. RedNova - Aug 26 2:02 PM
Jordan, Ann J. Born September 5, 1920 in Wormsbach, Germany to Pauline and Julius Ensslin. She passed away August 22, 2006 in Lawton, OK at the age of 85 years, 11 months and 17 days. She moved with her parents to New Jersey during the Depression and later moved to Milwaukee, WI.Memories of Marine killed in Iraq Connecticut Post - Aug 28 4:23 PM
MILFORD, Conn. (AP) Nearing the end of a grueling tour of duty in Iraq, Marine Cpl. Jordan C. Pierson was looking forward to returning home and was already making plans to go skydiving.Jordan adopts anti-terror law Gulf Times - Aug 28 2:01 AM
AMMAN: Jordanian lawmakers adopted yesterday a new anti-terrorism law following a lively debate on articles deemed by some to be an attack on individual rights, the official Petra agency reported.Audit: DA hasn't set aside dollars for discrimination verdict The Daily Comet - Aug 28 2:20 PM
Orleans Parish District Attorney Eddie Jordan hasn't set aside money to begin payment of a multimillion dollar employment discrimination judgment, an independent auditor's report said Monday.RP 5 routs young Jordan team in Brunei ABS-CBNNEWS.com - Aug 26 10:24 AM
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN - The San Miguel-Philippine Team overwhelmed a young Jordan All-Stars squad and swept the elimination round of the 6th Shell Rimula Brunei Cup with a 107-67 win Friday night at the National Indoor Stadium here.Spyker confirms MF1 interest Motorsport.com - Aug 28 9:07 AM
Since Alex Shnaider's Midland Group took over Jordan in early 2005 there has been nothing but rumours that the team was back on the market.James Lawton: Honour of playing for France does not mean Makelele can be treated like a slave Independent - Aug 28 4:40 PM
When Jose Mourinho describes Claude Makelele as a "slave" in the dispute with the French Football Federation he will no doubt inspire disbelief in the Average Joe - and, in professional terms, a distinctly superior one in Jordan of Scotland, who at the age of 31 beat serious injury to complete an extraordinary record of scoring in each of three World Cup final tournaments.Family of Marine killed in Iraq says he took risks WLNE-TV - Aug 28 2:57 PM
MILFORD, Conn. (AP) - A marine from Milford who was killed last week in Iraq was described today by his family as a man who took many risks. Corporal Jordan Pierson was killed last Friday when he was struck in the shoulder by small arms fire.Eagles looking forward to having a healthy Hailey in 2006 Paragould Daily Press - Aug 28 11:25 AM
PARAGOULD - Greene County Tech senior linebacker Jordan Hailey may only be 5-foot-10 and 200 pounds. But if people were measured by the size of their heart and determination, Hailey would be considered a giant.Jordanian prince warns Iran could spark arms race The Daily Star Lebannon - Aug 28 1:31 PM
Iran could trigger a nuclear arms race if it develops an atomic bomb as the West fears, Prince Hassan of Jordan warned Monday, adding that long-term peace will require a regional solution. "Iran is simply too important for political, economic, cultural and religious as well as military reasons to be treated lightly by any state in the Middle East.Maryland's Steffy sprains finger Baltimore Sun - Aug 28 10:26 AM
QB hurt throwing hand in practice Maryland backup quarterback Jordan Steffy sprained his right middle finger (throwing hand) in practice Saturday after he hit his hand on an offensive lineman's helmet, a school spokesman said. Steffy was X-rayed and then sent to Washington Adventist for further observation. X-rays there were negative. Maryland athletic trainer Bryan Matson has said he expects Mansfield Playhouse will revisit 'Phoebe' CentralOhio.com - Aug 28 4:15 AM
MANSFIELD -- Local playwright and director Mark Jordan's "Phoebe" will make a return engagement to Malabar Farm State Park as part of Mansfield Playhouse's 2006-07 season.May-Treanor/Walsh duo rules at Boulder Denver Post - Aug 28 12:18 AM
Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh, the AVP Tour series leaders, easily downed Annett Davis and Jenny Johnson Jordan 21-13, 21-12 to win the Boulder Open on Sunday at the Boulder Reservoir.Prom 51: Gustav Mahler YO/Jordan, Royal Albert Hall Independent - Aug 27 4:26 PM
Two poor attendances for attractive programmes. Sir Colin Davis and the LSO have provided highlights of recent seasons; they did so again with Berlioz and Elgar. The huge introduction and momentum of the former's Les francs-juges overture exemplified one of the classic composer-conductor pairings of our time.Jordan aims to maintain Snetterton form. Crash.Net via Yahoo! UK & Ireland Sport - Aug 26 12:07 AM
Mike Jordan will look to build on his best race weekend to date in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship when the series heads to Knockhill next weekend for the eighth round of the season.Local roundup: Golf, junior high baseball, softball Carmi Times - Aug 28 1:06 PM
Frankfort senior Josh Ridgway shot a 37 and his freshman teammate, Jordan Williams, fired a 39 Thursday to lead the homestanding Redbirds to a 164-181 victory over coach Terry Austin's Carmi-White County Bulldogs.Norfolk spoils return of Jordan Richmond Times-Dispatch - Aug 25 11:16 PM
Real estate developer. Author of children's books. Runs a foundation for underprivileged kids. Owner of a technology company. Brian Jordan wears a lot of hats besides the one he puts on for the Atlanta Braves.Theaters evacuated after suspcious bag found Provo Daily Herald - Aug 28 2:10 AM
WEST JORDAN -- A movie theater complex was evacuated Saturday after a suspicious duffel bag was found outside the entrance. Police evacuated the 24-screen Jordan Landing complex and some nearby businesses as a precaution before a robot detonated the bag.Frisco grad drafted by Marlins The Frisco Enterprise - Aug 28 12:23 PM
The first day of Major League Baseball's 2006 Amateur Draft came and went for 2001 Frisco graduate Jordan Davis. After not getting the anticipated phone call, Davis didn't fret because he knew that he would likely be drafted during Day 2.10 Cobb volleyball teams that are set to score success Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Aug 28 8:39 AM
The volleyball team many thought was Cobb's best in 2005 didn't make the state playoffs. Harrison had won the Cobb County tournament for the third time in four seasons but lost in the area playoffs when the team's best two players, Jordan McCullers and Holly Knight, were injured late in the season. McCullers and Knight are back for their senior seasons, along with four other starters who remember LeBron sets example for US stars with patience, generosity AFP via Yahoo! News - 10 minutes ago
A generous attitude combined with incredible playmaking skills has made LeBron James a National Basketball Association superstar and the perfect leader for a US team on a golden quest.Roundup: Chargers release backup QB Feeley Sports Illustrated - 37 minutes ago
SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Backup A.J. Feeley was waived, leaving San Diego with three quarterbacks who have zero NFL starts and one touchdown pass among them.Career of Chiefs' Holmes in doubt AP via Yahoo! News - 1 hour, 11 minutes ago
Priest Holmes, who hasn't practiced at all in training camp, now will miss at least the first six weeks of the regular season and his career is in doubt.Monarch butterfly buff lends helping hands By Terry Karkos The Lewiston Sun Journal - Aug 28 2:05 AM
LISBON - Like an expectant father, Michael S. Jordan stared at a small, black cocoon firmly hanging from a tiny web of silk early Friday afternoon at his parents' house on Farwell Street.Ogden's Bell makes Billings pay heavy toll Deseret Morning News - Aug 27 11:25 PM
Had Billings brass taken starter Jordan Smith out of the game one hitter earlier, it may have changed the complexion of the game Sunday afternoon against Ogden.Class of Katrina carries on USA Today - 2 hours, 16 minutes ago
Documentarians from Washington, D.C., decided to trace the effect of Hurricane Katrina by creating a website project called Yearbook 2006 (www.y06.org). It binds together the 126 students who were able to return when New Orleans' Benjamin Franklin High School reopened in January and those who had to finish the year scattered around the country.Ten-man City stun Strollers The Scotsman: Sport - Aug 28 3:58 AM
JORDAN CADDOW, with a magnificent piece of opportunism and clinical finishing, scored the winner in a highly competitive 2-1 victory for Edinburgh City against Civil Service Strollers in the Scottish Qualifying Cup (South) preliminary round.Nonprofit clears trash - and shopping carts - from river The Salt Lake Tribune - Aug 27 11:37 PM
It was cold, murky, brownish-green water littered with soda bottles, beer cans and candy wrappers. But that didn't stop Alex Bishop from jumping out of his canoe and splashing into the Jordan River to fish out a rusty, sludgy grocery cart. "Well, we needed the 300th cart," Bishop said, his clothes dripping.South Floridians Make Ready as Storm Threatens New York Times - 2 hours, 30 minutes ago
MIAMI, Aug. 28 South Floridians began hoarding gasoline and other emergency supplies Monday as Tropical Storm Ernesto threatened to strike here, possibly as a hurricane, Tuesday night or early Wednesday.Auburn notebook The Huntsville Times - Aug 28 2:36 AM
AUBURN - When Auburn opens its season Saturday night against Washington State at Jordan-Hare Stadium, junior Leon Hart will be a left tackle and left guard. And he'll be a right tackle and right guard.In Ramadi, the force isn't huge but the task is USA Today - Aug 28 6:33 PM
These days, the main focus of U.S. and Iraqi military efforts is in Baghdad, where militias and death squads threaten to destabilize a fragile government. Thousands of U.S. and Iraqi troops are pouring into Baghdad to reinforce the 52,000 already there.For the Record The Salt Lake Tribune - Aug 28 12:09 AM
- Fire in apartment's closet causes evacuation Sandy firefighters evacuated a dozen apartment units Sunday morning after fire broke out in a third-floor apartment at 11251 S. State St. Twenty firefighters arrived on scene at about 11 a.m. from Sandy, South Jordan and the United Fire Authority, but found the fire contained to a closet.Summer Harmony Day event seeks neighborhood unity Waterloo Cedar-Falls Courier - Aug 28 2:34 AM
WATERLOO --- Tension has surrounded the Dollar General Store at Eveland-Jordan Plaza and the surrounding neighborhood in recent years.Football: UT receiver set to play at last San Antonio Express News - Aug 27 8:29 PM
By now, Texas receiver Jordan Shipley is used to the name-calling.Big Dig officials seek another $12M AP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 3:44 PM
Big Dig officials said Monday they may need another $12 million for repair work after last month's fatal ceiling panel collapse, and warned the price tag could climb higher if more trouble spots are discovered.Wildfire threatens homes near Arlington Everett Herald - Aug 28 1:17 AM
ARLINGTON - A wildfire threatened up to four homes near 155th Avenue NE and Jordan Road between Granite Falls and Arlington late Sunday.Controversial Comments Only the Latest Stumble for Harris CQPolitics.com via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 4:56 PM
Florida Republican Rep. Katherine Harris has had anything but a smooth campaign in her bid to topple Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson, who is rated as strongly favored to win a second term in large part because of the foibles of his leading challenger.Jordan's backs dominate The News & Observer - Aug 26 12:40 AM
Durham Jordan, No. 8 in The N&O rankings, used powerful ground and air attacks to win its first game of the season.Forde: Statute of limitations ESPN - 2 hours, 12 minutes ago
Used to be, a national title was the ultimate employment security blanket -- a veritable lifetime contract extension. These days, it might not even buy you a decade.International camel-racing tract to come up in Deisi New Kerala - Aug 28 2:14 AM
Amman, Aug 28: Jordan and the United Arab Emirates have signed an agreement to set up an international camel-racing track in Deisi, about 300 km south of Amman.IFSB membership up to 94 AME Info - Aug 28 1:14 AM
The Council of the Islamic Financial Services Board has admitted six new members to the IFSB, bringing the total number of members to 94. Bahrain's Ahli United Bank, Jordan's Islamic Insurance Company, Kuwait's Osoul Leasing and Finance Company and Lebanon's Al Baraka Bank are among the new intake.All to themselves: Freshmen to walk halls of MHS alone on first day of school Muscatine Journal - Aug 27 11:15 PM
MUSCATINE, Iowa Muscatine High School freshmen Jordan Walgren and Ben Busch say they were relieved to learn the halls at MHS will be less crowded on the first day of the 2006-07 school year, Wednesday, Aug. 30.UN chief urges Israel to lift Lebanon blockade AFP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 2:10 PM
UN Secretary General Kofi Annan urged Israel to lift its blockade of Lebanon, and pressed Hezbollah to free Israeli soldiers whose capture sparked a devastating 34-day onslaught on the Jewish state's northern neighbour.PropertyLink Amman, Jordan to be held in May, 2007 Gowealthy - Aug 26 1:03 AM
After the major success of PropertyLink 2006, the B-design Group is organising the second edition of this hugely popular international property investment exhibition in Amman, Jordan from May 2 4, 2007.Spartans aim to step up Delaware State News - Aug 28 3:12 AM
FELTON The girls of the Lake Forest field hockey team are ready to face off. Under second-year varsity coach Gale Hill and assistants Jordan Mollohan and Stacey Welch, the Spartans hope to be a major contender in the Henlopen Conference Southern Division.The Second Lebanon War The Weekly Standard via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 1:41 PM
A NUMBER OF SCANDALS have erupted in Israeli politics lately.The Real Losers The Weekly Standard via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 1:37 PM
JerusalemWHEN GEORGE W. BUSH SAID that the world would eventually come to realize that Hezbollah lost its month-long war with Israel, he probably had no idea that this realization would come so quickly--or that it would come directly from the mouth of Hezbollah General Secretary Hassan Nasrallah.Presidential helicopter lands in Calif. AP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 10:24 AM
The presidential helicopter has landed, and you can get on board.Arash MarkzI: Q&A with Ice Cube Sports Illustrated - Aug 28 11:53 AM
Ice Cube can do it all. In fact, he pretty much has done it all. He went from being one of the originators of gangsta rap with N.W.A. and later on with his influential solo debut album, AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted, to one of the most successful family comedy actors with leading roles in Barbershop and Are We There Yet?BIRTH Gaffney Ledger - Aug 28 10:18 AM
Alana Marie Knighten Crystal Knighten, Benjamin Tapia and Jordan Alexander announce the birth of theirNine world wonders to dream about AP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 10:44 AM
Most of us can't afford the $70,000 price tag on a 23-day trip being offered by the tour operator Abercrombie & Kent. The trip takes you around the globe on a private jet with 48 other travelers to visit nine world wonders.Dollar Drops as Report Likely to Show Consumer Confidence Fell Bloomberg.com - 26 minutes ago
Aug. 29 (Bloomberg) -- The dollar declined on speculation a report today will show U.S. consumer confidence fell to the lowest this year, making it less likely the Federal Reserve will resume raising interest rates.Hartwell's return to Falcons tripped by knee surgery ESPN - 2 hours, 17 minutes ago
Falcons linebacker Ed Hartwell is having surgery on his knees.Williams scolds Jordan for sale advice F1-Live.com via Yahoo! UK & Ireland Sport - Aug 25 10:01 AM
Rejects wholesale changes to technical department : Frank Williams has hit out at his former team owner counterpart after Eddie Jordan suggested he follow suit and sell the Grove-based team to Toyota.Shanahan seniors set sights on league three-peat Daily Local News - Aug 27 10:17 PM
During preseason golf practices at Downingtown Country Club, Bishop Shanahan senior captains Jordan Cowan and Chris Allan like to spice up competition by challenging teammates to a better-ball contest.Annan Arrives in Beirut, Beginning Mideast Tour New York Times - Aug 28 6:48 AM
The 11-day effort to press for support for the U.N. resolution that ended the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah is likely to be the last major diplomatic journey of Kofi Annan's 10 years in office.Good and bad: Seahawks' Mili upgraded; Green done ESPN - 1 hour, 47 minutes ago
Good news for one battered Seahawks position: injured tight end Itula Mili may be back for Seattle's Sept. 10 season opener at Detroit.Annan asks Hezbollah to release 2 Israelis International Herald Tribune - Aug 28 1:05 PM
The UN secretary-general, on tour in the Middle East, called on Israel to lift its blockade of Lebanon, and on Hezbollah to free two captured Israeli soldiers, as he sought to convert a fragile cease-fire into "long-term peace for Lebanon."New Book Helps Couples Plan Wedding Vows [Press Release] PR Web - Aug 28 12:24 AM
Many couples spend more time choosing invitations and ordering the cake than considering the vows they will make on their wedding day. Allison Jordan and Gil Holmes chose a different approach. "We decided to write our own vows," says Holmes, "but we weren t sure how to begin." It was serendipity when the couple were given a copy of "I Do! I Do! The Marriage Vow Workbook" (2006, Lulu Press) by Jordanian Prince Calls for Respect for All Cultures Asia Pulse via Yahoo! Asia News - 1 hour, 36 minutes ago
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Nervous Wall Street has mistreated shares of SRA International, one of our 100 Best Mid-Caps.Notes: Adams gets another shot MLB.com - Aug 28 5:31 PM
Jays notes: Adams gets another shotNew Orleans wary of new storms one year after Katrina AFP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 6:22 AM
With its defenses still weak and its people exhausted and anxious on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans simply cannot handle another big storm.Kinder To Buy Company He Co-Founded Forbes - Aug 28 5:11 AM
The buyout price is $107.50 per share, or $15 billion in cash.Japanese Ship for Philippine Spill Cleanup Delayed Planet Ark - Aug 27 5:58 PM
JORDAN, Philippines - A Japanese salvage ship hired to help clean up the Philippines' worst oil spill has developed mechanical problems, delaying its scheduled Saturday arrival by at least three days, officials said on Friday.Select an Edition: AlertNet - Aug 27 10:25 AM
AMMAN, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Jordan's parliament approved a tougher anti-terrorism law on Sunday that includes preventive detention of suspects, despite criticism by Islamists and human rights activists that it limits freedom of expression.Our Worst Former President, Again - Jed Babbin RealClearPolitics.com via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 5:15 AM
Jimmy Carter is at it again. It was only about two weeks ago when the former president said, in an interview with the German magazine, Der Spiegel, that Israel was unjustified in attacking Lebanon. Now, speaking to the British Daily Telegraph, he's condemning British PM Tony Blair for being too compliant and subservient to President Bush.Oakland native Lynch a pillar of Cal's Berkeley campus CBS Sportsline - Aug 28 12:00 PM
Cal coach Jeff Tedford is known as a QB guru, but he has had his share of top running backs, too. Marshawn Lynch is the latest, a bona fide Heisman candidate on a team in contention for a BCS berth, Dennis Dodd says.Jordan Landing Theater Evacuated After Bomb Scare KUTV2 Salt Lake City - Aug 26 5:37 PM
A Salt Lake County movie theater was evacuated after crews responded to a suspicious duffle bag Saturday afternoon.Johnson challenges striking charge ABC via Yahoo!7 Sports - 1 hour, 35 minutes ago
Essendon's Mark Johnson will appear before the AFL tribunal tonight after deciding to contest his level one striking charge.Islamists not easy target The Ottawa Sun - Aug 28 12:54 AM
Jordan Michael SmithQuincy Focus Rain The Auto Channel - 19 minutes ago
We have experienced e-mail problems the last 3-4 weeks due to a server switch but we are anticipating a fix tomorrow which should correct the problems we have encountered. The following result is one I feel may not have reached you previously.'24,' 'Office' win Emmys for best series AP via Yahoo! News - Aug 28 3:06 AM
The groundbreaking action series "24," which turns one dangerous day into a season, ended Sunday with a bang as it won Emmys for best drama series and best actor for Kiefer Sutherland.U.S. toll San Francisco Chronicle - Aug 27 3:53 AM
As of Saturday, at least 2,621 members of the U.S. military had died in Iraq since the beginning of the war in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. The latest identifications reported by the military: - Marine Cpl. Jordan C. Pierson, 21,...