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Greek Budget Crisis Could Stagnate U.S. Recovery Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:45PMAs Greece seeks support of its plan to bring its finances back from the brink of collapse, there are fears the weakening euro could impact the U.S. in its own economic recovery. Judy Woodruff talks to Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou during his visit to Washington.
Iraq Elections: Enough of a Success for Security Forces? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:44PMIraqis went to the polls this week to cast votes in the country's parliamentary election. With the results forthcoming, Gwen Ifill talks to a reporter in Baghdad about the larger-than-expected turnout, the security situation and how the next government might take shape.
Villar statistically tied with Noynoy, new SWS survey shows Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:44PMPresidential aspirants Senators Benigno Simeon "Noynoy" Aquino III and Manuel Villar Jr. continued to engage in a neck and neck race, with the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) poll showing the two to be statistically tied two months before the May 10 elections.
US may disengage after peace process jumpstart Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:42PMThe US has reportedly managed to broker the resumption of indirect Middle East peace talks, although a recent report claims that Washington will not do much to help the peace process move forward in the near future.
Premier asks DOH minister to reconsider resignation Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:40PMTAIPEI, Taiwan --Department of Health (DOH) Minister Yaung Chih-liang decided late yesterday to reconsider tendering his resignation after Premier Wu Den-yih turned down his request to step down from the post.
W.Va. getting attention for election funding bill Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:39PMCHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Several national groups are taking a stand on legislation that would offer public funds to future candidates for West Virginias Supreme Court. The Justice at Stake Campaign and the Committee for Economic Development say recent...
Iraqis defy voting intimidation; 36 killed Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:35PMBAGHDAD - Insurgents bombed a polling station and lobbed grenades at voters Sunday, killing 36 people in attacks aimed at intimidating those taking part in an election that will determine whether the country can overcome the sectarian divisions that have p...
Shelby: Debt is biggest problem Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:35PMU.S. Sen. Richard Shelby stopped by Fort Payne City Hall Saturday to talk to residents about the problems facing the nation. Shelby said the number one problem is the national debt.
MN lawmakers targeting absentee balloting system Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:34PMST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota's drawn-out U.S. Senate election between Democrat Al Franken and Republican Norm Coleman revealed unexpected problems with a little-examined area of elections: absentee ballots.
Kemp withdraws from NT election race Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:33PMNEW TECUMSETH - Alliston lawyer Kevin Kemp has withdrawn from the 2010 municipal election.
Polls open in Iraq's parliamentary election Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:31PMPolls are open across Iraq in a historic election that will help determine whether the country can move beyond sectarian strife and who will oversee the country as U.S. troops go home.
Polls open in Iraq's parliamentary election Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:31PMPolls are open across Iraq in a historic election that will help determine whether the country can move beyond sectarian strife and who will oversee the country as U.S. troops go home.
Iraq Votes in ‘Wide-Open’ Poll as U.S. Readies Exit (Update1) Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:30PMMarch 7 (Bloomberg) -- Iraq began voting today in a parliamentary election that is likely to produce months of political wrangling over a new governing coalition, at a time Iraqis are taking over responsibility for security as U.S. troops leave the country.
Iraq Votes in ‘Wide-Open’ Poll as U.S. Readies Exit (Update1) Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:30PMMarch 7 (Bloomberg) -- Iraq began voting today in a parliamentary election that is likely to produce months of political wrangling over a new governing coalition, at a time Iraqis are taking over responsibility for security as U.S. troops leave the country.
Malaysia opposition fires lawmaker in 'Allah' spat Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:28PMMalaysia's opposition has fired an outspoken lawmaker who broke ranks with his party in a religious dispute over the use of the word "Allah" by non-Muslims, party officials said Sunday.
Malaysia opposition fires lawmaker in 'Allah' spat Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:28PMMalaysia's opposition has fired an outspoken lawmaker who broke ranks with his party in a religious dispute over the use of the word "Allah" by non-Muslims, party officials said Sunday.
Bailey considers recount Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:28PMWith a difference of only 2.5 percent in the Republican Party primary election, Kerr County Attorney hopeful Ilse Bailey says she may call for a recount of Tuesday night’s election returns.
Bailey considers recount Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:28PMWith a difference of only 2.5 percent in the Republican Party primary election, Kerr County Attorney hopeful Ilse Bailey says she may call for a recount of Tuesday night’s election returns.
Leslie Modisett joins the race for council Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:27PMLeslie Modisett has joined a growing field of candidates seeking a seat on city council and set up the possibility of doubling the number of women representing Kerrville.
Leslie Modisett joins the race for council Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:27PMLeslie Modisett has joined a growing field of candidates seeking a seat on city council and set up the possibility of doubling the number of women representing Kerrville.
School panel will reopen budget talks Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:27PMThe Pentucket Regional School District is set to reopen discussions about its recently approved fiscal 2011 budget plan amid concerns about whether its member towns would approve the tax overrides needed to fund their share of the cost.
School panel will reopen budget talks Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:27PMThe Pentucket Regional School District is set to reopen discussions about its recently approved fiscal 2011 budget plan amid concerns about whether its member towns would approve the tax overrides needed to fund their share of the cost.
Penang wants council polls Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:26PMGEORGE TOWN: The state government has decided to hold elections to elect members of the Penang Municipal Council and Seberang Prai Municipal Council, Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said.
Penang wants council polls Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:26PMGEORGE TOWN: The state government has decided to hold elections to elect members of the Penang Municipal Council and Seberang Prai Municipal Council, Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said.
Iraq Elections LIVE REPORT Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:26PM7:22a.m.
Iraq Elections LIVE REPORT Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:26PM7:22a.m.
Pas throws its weight behind Anwar Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:25PMKUALA LUMPUR: Pas has come out in support of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as opposition leader despite the resignation of three Parti Keadilan Rakyat members of parliament recently.
Pas throws its weight behind Anwar Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:25PMKUALA LUMPUR: Pas has come out in support of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as opposition leader despite the resignation of three Parti Keadilan Rakyat members of parliament recently.
Iraqi voters head to polls for historic ballot Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:25PMUnder a blanket of tight security designed to thwart insurgent attacks, Iraqis went to the polls Sunday in an election testing the ability of the country's still-fragile democracy to move forward amid uncertainty over a looming U.S. troop drawdown and still jagged sectarian divisions.
Iraqi voters head to polls for historic ballot Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:25PMUnder a blanket of tight security designed to thwart insurgent attacks, Iraqis went to the polls Sunday in an election testing the ability of the country's still-fragile democracy to move forward amid uncertainty over a looming U.S. troop drawdown and still jagged sectarian divisions.
Iraq elections a boon for singers, poets Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:05AMIraq’s politicians, fearing that voters have wearied of speech-making that often proves to be little more than hot air, have hired a slew of singers to woo them.
Latin America M&A Surges in Best Start Since 2000 (Update1) Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:05AMTakeovers in Latin America are off to the best start in at least a decade, bucking a global slump, as economic recoveries in Brazil and Mexico spur consolidation in the telecommunications, food and commodities industries.
Victorious Dutch Anti-Islam Politician Back in UK Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:05AMDutch anti-Islam politician stirs up protest in Britain Islam - Geert Wilders - Britain - Religion and Spirituality - Netherlands
Friday, March 5, 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:04AMSenior Justice Anita Allen told the parties yesterday in the Election Court that she would like the Elizabeth by-election matter concluded this month, as it is important for democracy that there be a resolution.
A political party without politics Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:04AMThe sheriff of Morris County was attired like a guy running the courthouse in County Mayo. He was wearing a light green jacket and a dark green vest.
House passes tax breaks for new hires Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:03AMWASHINGTON -- Despite doubts among many lawmakers that it will create many jobs, the House on Thursday passed legislation giving companies that hire the jobless a temporary payroll tax break.
Ivory Coast crisis cools -- for now Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:03AMWith the formation of a new government, Ivory Coast has defused a political crisis that triggered deadly riots -- but has also allowed the embattled president to postpone long-promised elections by at least two months.
Antony inaugurates CPI-M backed TV channel's new building Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:03AMThiruvananthapuram, March 5 : Defence Minister A.K. Antony Friday inaugurated the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) backed TV channel Kairali's new multi-storeyed office complex here.
'Veto amendments to OFW law' Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:02AMMANILA, Philippines – A labor group federation joining the party-list elections called on President Arroyo to veto the proposed amendments to Republic Act 8042 or the Migrant Workers Act for "compromising the welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs)."
Polling place to move in Fyffe Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:01AMFor years, Fyffe residents went to the Fyffe Fire Department to vote. In the upcoming elections, Fyffe voters will make their way to the Fyffe Senior Center, the new polling location.
Back to School Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:16AMCarstarphen and Austin ISD trustees wrestle over priorities, budget, and power
D300 will let 151 teachers go Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:15AMCommunity Unit School District 300 announced Thursday the school board will vote Monday to release 151 teachers for the coming school year.
Iraq early voting shattered by deadly blasts Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:15AMA string of deadly blasts shattered an early round of voting in Iraq Thursday, killing 17 people and highlighting the fragile nature of the country’s security gains ahead of crucial parliamentary elections this Sunday.
Headlines Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:15AM• November, here we come. Republican Gov. Rick Perry and Democrat Bill White both avoided run-offs in their March 2 party primaries. See more election coverage at austinchronicle.com/elections .
Res Publica Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:15AMCitizens' calendar, March 4-11
Lege Races Yield Weak Brew Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:13AMTexas tea party efforts peter out
Daniel Howes: Old deal crumbles in fiscal crisis Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:13AMThe real Grand Bargain is dead. No, not the proposed trade-off that Gov. Jennifer Granholm is seeking with Senate Republicans to balance Michigan's chronically underfunded budget with targeted structural reforms and extending the state sales tax to services.
Fresh polls the only way out for MCA Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:13AMOn the eve of the MCA General Assembly, deputy president Datuk Seri Chua Soi Lek and seven other CC members shockingly announced their resignation from party posts. This, coupled with the 13 CC members led by Liow Tiong Lai who resigned earlier on, has made up the number for fresh party elections.
Michigan Rep. Sander Levin appointed Ways and Means chairman Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:13AMWashington -- Michigan's clout in Washington took a leap Thursday as Rep. Sander Levin was named acting chairman of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee.
At the Capitol / Chief justice warns: 'Storm is coming' in electing state judges Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:12AMIf Minnesotans want to prevent special interests from buying seats on the state's courts, they must overhaul the way they select judges, Chief Justice Eric Magnuson of the Minnesota Supreme Court told a legislative committee Thursday.