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Reuters World
http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/worldNews/~3/237957463/idUSHAM93900920080220
Border violence mars Kosovo's new start
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World
PRISTINA (Reuters) - U.N. police pulled out of a Kosovan border post that was destroyed on Tuesday by Serbs who vow never to submit to the authority of Kosovo's Albanian government and its Western backers. <p><a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/worldNews?a=DQmj2C"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/worldNews?i=DQmj2C" border="0"></img></a></p><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?a=0cWtgXE"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?i=0cWtgXE" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?a=A8XAAWe"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?i=A8XAAWe" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?a=8Q6yPQe"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/worldNews?i=8Q6yPQe" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/worldNews/~4/237957463" height="1" width="1"/>
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2008-02-20 07:34:26
PRISTINA (Reuters) - U.N. police pulled out of a Kosovan border post that was destroyed on Tuesday by Serbs who vow never to submit to the authority of Kosovo's Albanian government and its Western backers.
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BBC News world
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/south_asia/7254124.stm
Musharraf rules out resignation
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World
Pakistan's President Musharraf says he has no plans to resign, as the opposition seeks an alliance against him.
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2008-02-20 08:21:40
Pakistan's President Musharraf says he has no plans to resign, as the opposition seeks an alliance against him.
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BBC News health
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/health/7253304.stm
Infant feeding 'may affect brain'
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Health
Nutrition in the first weeks of life could have a profound impact on the way the brain develops, research suggests.
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2008-02-20 08:14:36
Nutrition in the first weeks of life could have a profound impact on the way the brain develops, research suggests.
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BBC News world
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/asia-pacific/7254105.stm
Curfew for US troops in Okinawa
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World
The US military imposes a curfew on its troops in Okinawa, amid outrage over a recent alleged rape.
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2008-02-20 06:10:53
The US military imposes a curfew on its troops in Okinawa, amid outrage over a recent alleged rape.
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BBC News world
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/south_asia/7254128.stm
Maoists demand Nepal presidency
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World
Maoist leader Prachanda says he expects to be Nepal's first president after its monarchy is abolished.
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2008-02-20 06:30:31
Maoist leader Prachanda says he expects to be Nepal's first president after its monarchy is abolished.
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BBC News world
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/asia-pacific/7253426.stm
Burma confirms draft constitution
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World
Burma's government says its draft constitution has been completed, paving the way for a referendum in May.
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2008-02-20 06:34:32
Burma's government says its draft constitution has been completed, paving the way for a referendum in May.
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BBC News world
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/technology/7254078.stm
Brain control headset for gamers
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World
Games will soon be able to interact with the virtual world using their thoughts and emotions alone.
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2008-02-20 07:54:21
Games will soon be able to interact with the virtual world using their thoughts and emotions alone.
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New York Times health
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20dystrophy.html?ex=1361163600&en=8ebf7ba0acecba0d&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Lacking Cure, a New Tack on a Muscle Disease
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Health
For all of the money raised to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, the disease still confines thousands of boys in this country to wheelchairs in their early teens.
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2008-02-20 06:44:26
For all of the money raised to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, the disease still confines thousands of boys in this country to wheelchairs in their early teens.
3Health
New York Times health
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/us/20hosp.html?ex=1361163600&en=01235df24868ca16&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Hospital’s Accounting Is Under Fire by a Union
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Health
A union is trying to force nonprofit groups like hospitals to comply with standards of governing similar to those that federal law requires of private companies.
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2008-02-20 07:46:26
A union is trying to force nonprofit groups like hospitals to comply with standards of governing similar to those that federal law requires of private companies.
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Yahoo Entertainment
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_en_tv/tv_nbc_change
NBC switches up ad sales, calendar (AP)
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Entertainment
AP - NBC Universal said Tuesday that it will shake up its ad sales and take a year-round approach to the television season, which has traditionally been tucked into nine months.
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2008-02-20 07:45:29
AP - NBC Universal said Tuesday that it will shake up its ad sales and take a year-round approach to the television season, which has traditionally been tucked into nine months.
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Yahoo Entertainment
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_en_bu/tv_nbc_change
NBC switches up ad sales, calendar (AP)
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Entertainment
AP - NBC Universal said Tuesday that it will shake up its ad sales and take a year-round approach to the television season, which has traditionally been tucked into nine months.
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2008-02-20 06:52:10
AP - NBC Universal said Tuesday that it will shake up its ad sales and take a year-round approach to the television season, which has traditionally been tucked into nine months.
1Entertainment
Syfy.com
http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14607488
Bollywood backs Amitabh's school in Uttar Pradesh
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Entertainment
Though Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan has been under fire from Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for building a girls' school in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district named after daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai, he has found plenty of backers in the film industry.
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2008-02-20 07:32:20
Though Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan has been under fire from Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for building a girls' school in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district named after daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai, he has found plenty of backers in the film industry.
1Entertainment
Kiwibox
http://www.kiwibox.com/today/respond.asp?n=21745
Alain Robbe-Grillet, 85, French Author, is Dead
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Entertainment
Alain Robbe-Grillet, an author and filmmaker who was one of France’s most important avant-garde writers in the 1950s, died on Monday. He was 85. He died at a hospital in western France where he had been admitted over the weekend for cardiac problems, o...
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2008-02-20 08:20:25
Alain Robbe-Grillet, an author and filmmaker who was one of France’s most important avant-garde writers in the 1950s, died on Monday. He was 85. He died at a hospital in western France where he had been admitted over the weekend for cardiac problems, o...
1Entertainment
Topix Entertainment
http://www.kiwibox.com/today/respond.asp?n=21745
Alain Robbe-Grillet, 85, French Author, is Dead
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Entertainment
Alain Robbe-Grillet, an author and filmmaker who was one of France’s most important avant-garde writers in the 1950s, died on Monday. He was 85. He died at a hospital in western France where he had been admitted over the weekend for cardiac problems, o...
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2008-02-20 08:01:06
Alain Robbe-Grillet, an author and filmmaker who was one of France’s most important avant-garde writers in the 1950s, died on Monday. He was 85. He died at a hospital in western France where he had been admitted over the weekend for cardiac problems, o...
1Entertainment
Yahoo Elections
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_el_pr/mccain_money
McCain January haul nearly $12 million (AP)
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_el_pr/mccain_money"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080220/capt.2dd1c75b51a24e35a125de493bd04af6.mccain_2008_ohpv204.jpg?x=117&y=130&q=85&sig=PqsRiMrfOPGiRcWANrWo_w--" align="left" height="130" width="117" alt="Republican presidential hopeful, Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., waves to the crowd before speaking at a rally Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)" border="0" /></a>AP - Republican Sen. John McCain raised nearly $12 million in January, propelled by victories in New Hampshire and South Carolina that solidified his place as the leading candidate for the GOP presidential nomination.</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 06:17:21
AP - Republican Sen. John McCain raised nearly $12 million in January, propelled by victories in New Hampshire and South Carolina that solidified his place as the leading candidate for the GOP presidential nomination.
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Yahoo Elections
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/bloomberg/20080220/pl_bloomberg/a8yu5nfm6mv0
Obama, McCain Continue Winning Streaks in Wisconsin (Bloomberg)
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U.S.
Bloomberg - Feb. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Illinois Senator Barack Obama won Wisconsin's Democratic presidential primary, extending his streak of victories over rival Hillary Clinton, television networks projected.
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2008-02-20 07:15:45
Bloomberg - Feb. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Illinois Senator Barack Obama won Wisconsin's Democratic presidential primary, extending his streak of victories over rival Hillary Clinton, television networks projected.
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Yahoo Elections
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_el_pr/candidates_quotes
Quotes from the 2008 candidates (AP)
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U.S.
AP - Quotes from the Democratic and Republican candidates on Tuesday.
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2008-02-20 07:53:54
AP - Quotes from the Democratic and Republican candidates on Tuesday.
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Yahoo Elections
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_go_pr_wh/2008_race_rundown
A look at the presidential race (AP)
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U.S.
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/elections/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_go_pr_wh/2008_race_rundown"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080220/capt.87050e50a66442ceb9b59bbd3dd15c4b.obama_2008_txrb116.jpg?x=130&y=125&q=85&sig=_vjelADGfE70my1UPM.QmA--" align="left" height="125" width="130" alt="Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., speaks at a rally Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008, in Houston. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)" border="0" /></a>AP - Obama wins Wisconsin ... McCain inches closer to delegate goal ... Candidate wives' spar over remarks ... Candidates comment on Castro announcement ... ___</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 06:13:34
AP - Obama wins Wisconsin ... McCain inches closer to delegate goal ... Candidate wives' spar over remarks ... Candidates comment on Castro announcement ... ___
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Yahoo Science
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/science/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/dead_satellite
US may shoot down satellite Wednesday (AP)
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/science/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/dead_satellite"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080220/capt.bc71269e0d114842affb4e7a4b7738e4.us_dead_satellite_ny133.jpg?x=130&y=92&q=85&sig=kchIAtODiV5ClxL8h3oORA--" align="left" height="92" width="130" alt="In this Sept. 4, 2007 picture provided by the U.S. Navy, the crew of guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie mans the rails as the ship returns to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii following a four-month deployment to the Western Pacific. The government issued notices to aviators and mariners to remain clear of a section of the Pacific beginning at 10:30 p.m. EST Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008 indicating the first window of opportunity to launch an SM-3 missile from the USS Lake Erie, in an effort to hit a crippled U.S. spy satellite. (AP Photo/U.S. Navy, James E. Foehl)" border="0" /></a>AP - An attempt to blast a crippled U.S. spy satellite out of the sky using a Navy heat-seeking missile — possibly on Wednesday night — would be the first real-world use of this piece of the Pentagon's missile defense network. But that is not the mission for which it was intended.</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 06:21:23
AP - An attempt to blast a crippled U.S. spy satellite out of the sky using a Navy heat-seeking missile — possibly on Wednesday night — would be the first real-world use of this piece of the Pentagon's missile defense network. But that is not the mission for which it was intended.
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Washington Post Business
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902962.html?nav=rss_business
Raúl Castro, Leader With a Freer Hand
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Business
MEXICO CITY, Feb. 19 -- Ra¿l Castro has long operated in the backstage of Cuban politics. But his public record, which has emerged over his 19 months as interim president, suggests he might pursue reforms to allow more political and economic latitude on the island.
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2008-02-20 08:02:49
MEXICO CITY, Feb. 19 -- Ra¿l Castro has long operated in the backstage of Cuban politics. But his public record, which has emerged over his 19 months as interim president, suggests he might pursue reforms to allow more political and economic latitude on the island.
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Washington Post Business
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902928.html?nav=rss_business
Tab in Scam At Tax Office In D.C. Nears $50 Million
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Business
Federal authorities think that nearly $50 million was stolen in an embezzlement scheme run out of the D.C. tax office, more than double the amount they had previously uncovered, four sources close to the investigation said.<br clear="all"><a href="http://ad.doubleclick.net/jump/wpni.rss/business;pos=ad9;tile=9;ad=rss;sz=479x40;ord=819115215215" target="_blank"><img src="http://ad.doubleclick.net/ad/wpni.rss/business;pos=ad9;tile=9;ad=rss;sz=479x40;ord=819115215215" border="0" vspace="5"></a>
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2008-02-20 08:17:43
Federal authorities think that nearly $50 million was stolen in an embezzlement scheme run out of the D.C. tax office, more than double the amount they had previously uncovered, four sources close to the investigation said.
0Business
Washington Post Business
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902518.html?nav=rss_business
Postal Service Tries HBO Tie-In
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Business
In its latest attempt to stem the decline in first-class mail, the U.S. Postal Service is collaborating with HBO to promote letter writing -- and a television miniseries about one of the most prolific letter writers in American history.
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2008-02-20 08:02:26
In its latest attempt to stem the decline in first-class mail, the U.S. Postal Service is collaborating with HBO to promote letter writing -- and a television miniseries about one of the most prolific letter writers in American history.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20gold.html?ex=1361163600&en=f0a33e26b9ca8ed2&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Driving to the Gold Rush
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Business
Leaving jobs at global giants, small miners are striking out for Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains.
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2008-02-20 07:05:06
Leaving jobs at global giants, small miners are striking out for Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20place.html?ex=1361163600&en=d556a01bd50298d4&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Auctions Yield Chaos for Bonds
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Business
As municipal bond auctions fail, it is becoming clear that the auction-rate market is in crisis and chaos, and many securities may never have a successful auction again.
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2008-02-20 06:51:42
As municipal bond auctions fail, it is becoming clear that the auction-rate market is in crisis and chaos, and many securities may never have a successful auction again.
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New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20bond.html?ex=1361163600&en=57c41cf89d499f52&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Bond Insurer in Turmoil Turns to Familiar Leader
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Business
MBIA replaced its chief executive with its retired chairman, Joseph W. Brown Jr., who said he would consider splitting up the firm’s insurance business.
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2008-02-20 07:34:33
MBIA replaced its chief executive with its retired chairman, Joseph W. Brown Jr., who said he would consider splitting up the firm’s insurance business.
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New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/technology/20hewlett.html?ex=1361163600&en=ed40875d3d70db54&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
With Earnings Up 38%, H.P. Raises Its Forecast
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Business
HP’s first-quarter net income grew 38 percent to $2.1 billion, as revenue climbed 13 percent to $28.5 billion, beating the muted expectations of Wall Street analysts.
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2008-02-20 06:18:55
HP’s first-quarter net income grew 38 percent to $2.1 billion, as revenue climbed 13 percent to $28.5 billion, beating the muted expectations of Wall Street analysts.
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New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20walmart.html?ex=1361163600&en=d2ca8e4c055a98f6&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Wal-Mart Stays Cautious as Profit Beats Expectations
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Business
The retailer said net income in the fourth quarter rose to $4.1 billion as its focus on low prices paid off. International growth also helped lift profit and sales.
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2008-02-20 08:05:53
The retailer said net income in the fourth quarter rose to $4.1 billion as its focus on low prices paid off. International growth also helped lift profit and sales.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20montreal.html?ex=1361163600&en=eb0299189e0d74ea&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Bank of Montreal Takes Write-Down and Bolsters SIVs
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Business
Canada’s fourth-largest bank cited turmoil in the credit markets, and said it would provide up to $13 billion in liquidity for two of its structured investment vehicles.
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2008-02-20 06:31:07
Canada’s fourth-largest bank cited turmoil in the credit markets, and said it would provide up to $13 billion in liquidity for two of its structured investment vehicles.
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New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/technology/20newdisc.html?ex=1361163600&en=7b3bc0df95271fed&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Toshiba Concedes Defeat in the DVD Battle
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Business
The Japanese electronics giant threw in the towel on its HD DVD technology, announcing that it would no longer develop, produce or market disc players for the format.
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2008-02-20 07:45:52
The Japanese electronics giant threw in the towel on its HD DVD technology, announcing that it would no longer develop, produce or market disc players for the format.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/media/20martha.html?ex=1361163600&en=aa37831982c52220&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Celebrity Chef Sells His TV Shows and Products to Martha Stewart
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Business
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia bought portions of Emeril Lagasse’s franchise for $45 million in cash and $5 million in stock, her company’s first major acquisition.
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2008-02-20 06:51:48
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia bought portions of Emeril Lagasse’s franchise for $45 million in cash and $5 million in stock, her company’s first major acquisition.
0Business
Reuters Top News
http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/topNews/~3/237977429/idUSISL25056920080220
Pakistan's election winners ponder coalition
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Top News
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - The party of Pakistan's assassinated former prime minister Benazir Bhutto contemplated a coalition on Wednesday that could spell the end for President Pervez Musharraf after it won most seats in a general election. <p><a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/topNews?a=rKebkT"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/topNews?i=rKebkT" border="0"></img></a></p><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?a=UZIzy4E"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?i=UZIzy4E" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?a=E7nzIYe"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?i=E7nzIYe" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?a=hbMM43e"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/topNews?i=hbMM43e" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/topNews/~4/237977429" height="1" width="1"/>
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2008-02-20 07:33:27
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - The party of Pakistan's assassinated former prime minister Benazir Bhutto contemplated a coalition on Wednesday that could spell the end for President Pervez Musharraf after it won most seats in a general election.
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New York Times Tech
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/businessspecial2/20storage.html?ex=1361163600&en=d59a658034e0f390&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
So Much Data, and So Many Ways to Guard It
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Sci/Tech
Protecting the electronic re- cords of your business has gotten easier and more affordable, thanks to services that can make backups of computer files across the Internet.
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2008-02-20 08:37:38
Protecting the electronic re- cords of your business has gotten easier and more affordable, thanks to services that can make backups of computer files across the Internet.
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New York Times Tech
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/businessspecial2/20cowork.html?ex=1361163600&en=f2645a0bf4f85023&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
They’re Working on Their Own, Just Side by Side
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Sci/Tech
Equipped with cellphones and Wi-Fi, young people who work independently are banding together in shared spaces.
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2008-02-20 07:05:31
Equipped with cellphones and Wi-Fi, young people who work independently are banding together in shared spaces.
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New York Times Tech
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/businessspecial2/20date.html?ex=1361163600&en=0b97fa54e999c626&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Piggybacking on Facebook
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Sci/Tech
One of the first companies to introduce a Facebook application, Snap Interactive is hoping it can stave off the competition.
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2008-02-20 06:15:43
One of the first companies to introduce a Facebook application, Snap Interactive is hoping it can stave off the competition.
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New York Times Tech
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/businessspecial2/20blogs.html?ex=1361163600&en=8eb0a53abc0ab440&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Go on, Leave Your Job
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Sci/Tech
For those who have started their own business or are thinking of doing so, there’s inspiration, comfort, camaraderie — as well as nitty-gritty advice — online.
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2008-02-20 06:43:03
For those who have started their own business or are thinking of doing so, there’s inspiration, comfort, camaraderie — as well as nitty-gritty advice — online.
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The Washington Post Top News
http://www.newsisfree.com/iclick/i,263690672,2087,f/
Castro Resigning
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Top News
Corruption at D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue went undetected for almost 20 years, sources say. <div class='nifad'><a href="http://www.pheedo.com/click.phdo?x=a8a276f7a37a42499f8b1c69f9acf191&u=263690672"><img src="http://www.pheedo.com/img.phdo?x=a8a276f7a37a42499f8b1c69f9acf191&u=263690672" border="0"/></a></div>
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2008-02-20 06:49:49
Corruption at D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue went undetected for almost 20 years, sources say.
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Yahoo Entertainment
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_en_tv/tv_vintage_reruns
Look for 'Kojak,' 'Vice,' others online (AP)
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AP - "The A-Team," "Kojak" and other blasts from television's past will be streamed online, NBC Universal said Tuesday.
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2008-02-20 07:36:54
AP - "The A-Team," "Kojak" and other blasts from television's past will be streamed online, NBC Universal said Tuesday.
1Entertainment
Syfy.com
http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14607529
J. Lo to get over $4 mn for babies' pictures
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Entertainment
Latin singer Jennifer Lopez is expected to rake in between $4 million and $6 million for the exclusive rights to the first snaps of her expected twins.
5
2008-02-20 07:13:44
Latin singer Jennifer Lopez is expected to rake in between $4 million and $6 million for the exclusive rights to the first snaps of her expected twins.
1Entertainment
Syfy.com
http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14607526
Crowning Oscar beckons for Britain's divine Miss Julie
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Entertainment
After finally giving up her resistance to marriage and tying the knot at the age of 66, British film star Julie Christie could be in line for crowning her Hollywood career with - a second - Oscar.
5
2008-02-20 07:50:59
After finally giving up her resistance to marriage and tying the knot at the age of 66, British film star Julie Christie could be in line for crowning her Hollywood career with - a second - Oscar.
1Entertainment
Syfy.com
http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14607520
Now, tourists can visit the sets of Jodhaa Akbar
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Entertainment
The majestic sets of Ashutosh Gowariker's historical Jodhaa Akbar have been the topic of discussion, within and outside the industry.
5
2008-02-20 07:53:23
The majestic sets of Ashutosh Gowariker's historical Jodhaa Akbar have been the topic of discussion, within and outside the industry.
1Entertainment
Syfy.com
http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14607519
Abhishek, Aishwarya to star in Mani Ratnam's next
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Entertainment
It had to happen. After Guru, the movie-making maverick, Mani Ratnam, was bound to return to his favourite actor.
5
2008-02-20 06:41:44
It had to happen. After Guru, the movie-making maverick, Mani Ratnam, was bound to return to his favourite actor.
1Entertainment
Kiwibox
http://www.kiwibox.com/today/respond.asp?n=21746
Stallone Wants to Bring Back the 'Cliffhanger'
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Entertainment
It seems like Sylvester Stallone is ready to surprise us with just one more sequel. After Rocky and Rambo, Stallone reportedly signed a contract to make a new movie based on his 90’s success, "Cliffhanger." While there were some speculations that Stal...
5
2008-02-20 07:14:58
It seems like Sylvester Stallone is ready to surprise us with just one more sequel. After Rocky and Rambo, Stallone reportedly signed a contract to make a new movie based on his 90’s success, "Cliffhanger." While there were some speculations that Stal...
1Entertainment
Topix Entertainment
http://www.kiwibox.com/today/respond.asp?n=21746
Stallone Wants to Bring Back the 'Cliffhanger'
null
Entertainment
It seems like Sylvester Stallone is ready to surprise us with just one more sequel. After Rocky and Rambo, Stallone reportedly signed a contract to make a new movie based on his 90’s success, "Cliffhanger." While there were some speculations that Stal...
5
2008-02-20 08:16:39
It seems like Sylvester Stallone is ready to surprise us with just one more sequel. After Rocky and Rambo, Stallone reportedly signed a contract to make a new movie based on his 90’s success, "Cliffhanger." While there were some speculations that Stal...
1Entertainment
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20dystrophy.html?ex=1361250000&en=2616a06ed4137a72&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Lacking Cure, a New Tack on a Muscle Disease
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Business
For all of the money raised to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, the disease still confines thousands of boys in this country to wheelchairs in their early teens.
5
2008-02-20 08:52:28
For all of the money raised to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, the disease still confines thousands of boys in this country to wheelchairs in their early teens.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20gold.html?ex=1361250000&en=1ac5178054c380cc&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Driving to the Gold Rush
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Business
Leaving jobs at global giants, small miners are striking out for Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains.
5
2008-02-20 08:00:52
Leaving jobs at global giants, small miners are striking out for Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20oil.html?ex=1361250000&en=9aa7c9f93ba519cd&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Supply Fears Push Oil to Triple Digits
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Business
Crude oil vaulted through a longstanding psychological barrier amid persistent concern about whether production can keep up with rising global demand.
5
2008-02-20 07:05:15
Crude oil vaulted through a longstanding psychological barrier amid persistent concern about whether production can keep up with rising global demand.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/media/20adco.html?ex=1361250000&en=cabca45cf207cb92&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Ending Tradition, NBC Dismisses Fall Debuts
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Business
NBC Universal’s move to a year-round schedule of staggered program debuts could alter an American cultural cycle that dates back to the days of radio.
5
2008-02-20 07:48:39
NBC Universal’s move to a year-round schedule of staggered program debuts could alter an American cultural cycle that dates back to the days of radio.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20evasion.html?ex=1361250000&en=b93030e6d67ee843&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Tax Inquiry? Principality Is Offended
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Business
After weathering days of criticism from Germany over a spectacular tax evasion case, Liechtenstein is digging in to defend its lucrative tradition of banking secrecy.
5
2008-02-20 08:39:03
After weathering days of criticism from Germany over a spectacular tax evasion case, Liechtenstein is digging in to defend its lucrative tradition of banking secrecy.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20place.html?ex=1361250000&en=7257ca3556218d3f&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Auctions Yield Chaos for Bonds
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Business
As municipal bond auctions fail, it is becoming clear that the auction-rate market is in crisis and chaos, and many securities may never have a successful auction again.
5
2008-02-20 07:54:11
As municipal bond auctions fail, it is becoming clear that the auction-rate market is in crisis and chaos, and many securities may never have a successful auction again.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/technology/20yahoo.html?ex=1361250000&en=715caee667dcae17&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Microsoft Said to Plan Proxy Fight for Yahoo
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Business
In part of a hard-nosed takeover campaign that Microsoft began two weeks ago, the company has begun preparing for a proxy fight to oust Yahoo’s directors.
5
2008-02-20 07:11:58
In part of a hard-nosed takeover campaign that Microsoft began two weeks ago, the company has begun preparing for a proxy fight to oust Yahoo’s directors.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20bond.html?ex=1361250000&en=c76b1acb9bff2ab2&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Bond Insurer in Turmoil Turns to Familiar Leader
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Business
MBIA replaced its chief executive with its retired chairman, Joseph W. Brown Jr., who said he would consider splitting up the firm’s insurance business.
5
2008-02-20 08:42:08
MBIA replaced its chief executive with its retired chairman, Joseph W. Brown Jr., who said he would consider splitting up the firm’s insurance business.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20socgen.html?ex=1361250000&en=478f5480789c966e&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Document Says Trader’s Rogue Bets Began in Summer
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Business
New details about the actions of a former Société Générale trader accused of making billions of dollars of unauthorized bets showed that his losses began in July.
5
2008-02-20 07:12:51
New details about the actions of a former Société Générale trader accused of making billions of dollars of unauthorized bets showed that his losses began in July.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/technology/20hewlett.html?ex=1361250000&en=98e12fc2474fed23&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
With Earnings Up 38%, H.P. Raises Its Forecast
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Business
HP’s first-quarter net income grew 38 percent to $2.1 billion, as revenue climbed 13 percent to $28.5 billion, beating the muted expectations of Wall Street analysts.
5
2008-02-20 06:22:39
HP’s first-quarter net income grew 38 percent to $2.1 billion, as revenue climbed 13 percent to $28.5 billion, beating the muted expectations of Wall Street analysts.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20credit.html?ex=1361250000&en=bfbbfef9b6b04481&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Credit Suisse Says Traders’ Pricing Errors Will Cause $2.85 Billion in Write-Downs
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Business
Credit Suisse shook the markets on Tuesday when it announced that pricing errors by traders on asset-backed securities would result in write-downs of $2.85 billion.
5
2008-02-20 06:39:22
Credit Suisse shook the markets on Tuesday when it announced that pricing errors by traders on asset-backed securities would result in write-downs of $2.85 billion.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20kpmg.html?ex=1361250000&en=2be8eee27b4eeb1e&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
2 More Indictments in Tax Shelter Case
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Business
Federal prosecutors have widened their criminal case involving questionable tax shelters at the accounting firm Ernst & Young, adding two outside defendants.
5
2008-02-20 07:46:53
Federal prosecutors have widened their criminal case involving questionable tax shelters at the accounting firm Ernst & Young, adding two outside defendants.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/business/AP-Wall-Street.html?ex=1361250000&en=abd7f5abbc856980&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Stocks Close Lower Amid Inflation Fears
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Business
Wall Street gave up a big early advance after oil prices closed above $100 for the first time and stoked fears that inflation will stymie an already troubled economy.
5
2008-02-20 07:00:57
Wall Street gave up a big early advance after oil prices closed above $100 for the first time and stoked fears that inflation will stymie an already troubled economy.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20walmart.html?ex=1361250000&en=c4046e3a0642c158&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Wal-Mart Stays Cautious as Profit Beats Expectations
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Business
The retailer said net income in the fourth quarter rose to $4.1 billion as its focus on low prices paid off. International growth also helped lift profit and sales.
5
2008-02-20 08:08:43
The retailer said net income in the fourth quarter rose to $4.1 billion as its focus on low prices paid off. International growth also helped lift profit and sales.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/19/us/19cnd-wiki.html?ex=1361250000&en=bab232e17317ce64&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Judge Orders Wikileaks Web Site Shut
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Business
The closing of Wikileaks.org, which invites people to post confidential material, presents a First Amendment test.
5
2008-02-20 07:45:19
The closing of Wikileaks.org, which invites people to post confidential material, presents a First Amendment test.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20montreal.html?ex=1361250000&en=b02998a69e0d772e&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Bank of Montreal Takes Write-Down and Bolsters SIVs
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Business
Canada’s fourth-largest bank cited turmoil in the credit markets, and said it would provide up to $13 billion in liquidity for two of its structured investment vehicles.
5
2008-02-20 07:58:19
Canada’s fourth-largest bank cited turmoil in the credit markets, and said it would provide up to $13 billion in liquidity for two of its structured investment vehicles.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/technology/20newdisc.html?ex=1361250000&en=fd513f421f3d903d&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Toshiba Concedes Defeat in the DVD Battle
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Business
The Japanese electronics giant threw in the towel on its HD DVD technology, announcing that it would no longer develop, produce or market disc players for the format.
5
2008-02-20 07:26:50
The Japanese electronics giant threw in the towel on its HD DVD technology, announcing that it would no longer develop, produce or market disc players for the format.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/business/AP-EU-Thomson-Reuters.html?ex=1361250000&en=94f0f1043aa682d6&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Thomson Gets E.U. Approval for Reuters Bid
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Business
But the European Commission said Thomson must sell off financial research units to eliminate antitrust concerns raised by the 8.1 billion pound ($15.8 billion) deal.
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2008-02-20 06:56:58
But the European Commission said Thomson must sell off financial research units to eliminate antitrust concerns raised by the 8.1 billion pound ($15.8 billion) deal.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/media/20martha.html?ex=1361250000&en=3dc9886a2716f83c&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Celebrity Chef Sells His TV Shows and Products to Martha Stewart
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Business
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia bought portions of Emeril Lagasse’s franchise for $45 million in cash and $5 million in stock, her company’s first major acquisition.
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2008-02-20 08:48:49
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia bought portions of Emeril Lagasse’s franchise for $45 million in cash and $5 million in stock, her company’s first major acquisition.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/worldbusiness/20staples.html?ex=1361250000&en=632768a1f16b7e5c&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Buyout Target Rejects Staples’ Offer
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Business
The Netherlands-based Corporate Express rejected an unsolicited $3.67 billion buyout offer from Staples as too low, but some analysts expect an eventual agreement.
5
2008-02-20 08:30:55
The Netherlands-based Corporate Express rejected an unsolicited $3.67 billion buyout offer from Staples as too low, but some analysts expect an eventual agreement.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/media/20music.html?ex=1361250000&en=a5847999dd9df241&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
After a Judgment, Music Label Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
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Business
TVT Records, long ranked as a top independent label, was hit last year with a $9.1 million court judgment over the release of old recordings of the rapper Pitbull.
5
2008-02-20 06:59:08
TVT Records, long ranked as a top independent label, was hit last year with a $9.1 million court judgment over the release of old recordings of the rapper Pitbull.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/business/20leonhardt.html?ex=1361250000&en=c74a4a5a22ad58ea&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Making Economics Relevant Again
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Business
Economics has got its groove back. Who are the economists doing influential work on crucial questions facing modern society today?
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2008-02-20 08:34:03
Economics has got its groove back. Who are the economists doing influential work on crucial questions facing modern society today?
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/business/AP-Earns-Medtronic.html?ex=1361250000&en=558eeebf49ddd1ed&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Medtronic Profit Plunges on Charges
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Business
Third-quarter earnings tumbled 89 percent from a year ago due to charges from lawsuit settlements and acquisition costs, but the adjusted profit still beat Wall Street expectations.
5
2008-02-20 07:10:28
Third-quarter earnings tumbled 89 percent from a year ago due to charges from lawsuit settlements and acquisition costs, but the adjusted profit still beat Wall Street expectations.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/business/business-medco.html?ex=1361250000&en=375494484cc73a30&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Medco Profit Tops Estimates
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Business
Helped by sales of generic drugs, the pharmacy benefit manager lifted its full-year profit forecast, sending its shares higher.
5
2008-02-20 06:34:25
Helped by sales of generic drugs, the pharmacy benefit manager lifted its full-year profit forecast, sending its shares higher.
0Business
New York Times Business
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/business/AP-Earns-Japan-Bridgestone.html?ex=1361250000&en=5bd254358355de40&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
Bridgestone Annual Profit Up 55%
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Business
The Tokyo-based company posted a net profit of 131.6 billion yen ($1.22 billion) for 2007 as brisk tire sales and a weaker yen offset a rise in raw material costs.
5
2008-02-20 07:44:56
The Tokyo-based company posted a net profit of 131.6 billion yen ($1.22 billion) for 2007 as brisk tire sales and a weaker yen offset a rise in raw material costs.
0Business
Yahoo Sports
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_bk_ga_su/bkn_celtics_nuggets
Carmelo, Nuggets beat Celtics 124-118 (AP)
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Sports
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_bk_ga_su/bkn_celtics_nuggets"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080220/capt.54c78bcd8ff146acbfab5b99525de73f.celtics_nuggets_basketball_dxa105.jpg?x=86&y=130&q=85&sig=Jl1QxJSQnYSuiZHXAX7AvQ--" align="left" height="130" width="86" alt="Boston Celtics forward Leon Powe, bottom right, has his shot blocked by Denver Nuggets forward Marcus Camby as Celtics guard Paul Pierce watches during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Denver on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)" border="0" /></a>AP - Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Iverson added 28 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the return of Kevin Garnett, holding on for a 124-118 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 08:39:37
AP - Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Iverson added 28 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the return of Kevin Garnett, holding on for a 124-118 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
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Yahoo Sports
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_ba_ne/bba_hall_of_fame_niehaus
M's broadcaster Niehaus honored by Hall (AP)
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Sports
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_ba_ne/bba_hall_of_fame_niehaus"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080219/capt.nyol58902192112.hall_of_fame_niehaus_baseball_nyol589.jpg?x=130&y=90&q=85&sig=4xySWybQheB8QAnJQda3iA--" align="left" height="90" width="130" alt="This is a May 1, 1999 file photo of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus in his booth at the Kingdome before a Mariners game. Niehaus has been chosen as the 2008 winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence. He will be honored during the Hall of Fame induction ceremony July 27 at Cooperstown, N.Y. The announcement Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008 comes on Niehaus' 73rd birthday. (AP Photo/Joe Brockert, File)" border="0" /></a>AP - Longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is going into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Niehaus is the 2008 winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence.</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 06:42:11
AP - Longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is going into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Niehaus is the 2008 winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence.
8Sports
Yahoo Sports
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_ho_ga_su/hkn_blue_jackets_maple_leafs
Toskala leads Leafs past Blue Jackets (AP)
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Sports
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_sp_ho_ga_su/hkn_blue_jackets_maple_leafs"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080220/capt.a5ded061d89c47b8883028e13b5ea50c.blue_jackets_maple_leafs_hockey_ajw108.jpg?x=130&y=101&q=85&sig=TnlWIChiyp4pLwyRDCta5Q--" align="left" height="101" width="130" alt="Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Hal Gill, right, congratulates goalie Vesa Toskala, from Finland, after the Maple Leafs defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1 in an NHL hockey game in Toronto, Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Adrian Wyld)" border="0" /></a>AP - Vesa Toskala made 26 saves while starting for the 17th time in 18 games as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1 on Tuesday night.</p><br clear="all"/>
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2008-02-20 06:50:05
AP - Vesa Toskala made 26 saves while starting for the 17th time in 18 games as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1 on Tuesday night.
8Sports
Reuters Sports
http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/237975017/idUSB70296720080220
Shaq to make Suns debut against former team Lakers
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Sports
PHOENIX (Reuters) - Shaquille O'Neal will make his much-anticipated debut for the Phoenix Suns against his old team, the Los Angeles Lakers, in Phoenix on Wednesday. <p><a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/sportsNews?a=Ia4sy6"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~a/reuters/sportsNews?i=Ia4sy6" border="0"></img></a></p><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?a=yCH0ZRE"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?i=yCH0ZRE" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?a=5ykA0ze"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?i=5ykA0ze" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?a=grzUrKe"><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~f/reuters/sportsNews?i=grzUrKe" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~4/237975017" height="1" width="1"/>
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2008-02-20 07:57:59
PHOENIX (Reuters) - Shaquille O'Neal will make his much-anticipated debut for the Phoenix Suns against his old team, the Los Angeles Lakers, in Phoenix on Wednesday.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20vanhorn.html?ex=1361250000&en=bdfa89627c713d15&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
N.B.A.’s Rules Provide a Payday for the Unretired
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Sports
The Dallas Mavericks could not have acquired Jason Kidd on Tuesday without Van Horn’s participation as a trading chip sent to the Nets to balance salaries, per N.B.A. rules.
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2008-02-20 07:24:32
The Dallas Mavericks could not have acquired Jason Kidd on Tuesday without Van Horn’s participation as a trading chip sent to the Nets to balance salaries, per N.B.A. rules.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/baseball/20yankees.html?ex=1361250000&en=b38c13a6520aa326&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
A Warm Welcome Helps Pettitte Get Back to Work
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Sports
Jason Giambi and Johnny Damon said they back their teammate Andy Pettitte, but offered little insight on Roger Clemens and his alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs.
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2008-02-20 08:53:44
Jason Giambi and Johnny Damon said they back their teammate Andy Pettitte, but offered little insight on Roger Clemens and his alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/baseball/20mets.html?ex=1361250000&en=321c88a8e40f6051&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Long Shot for Reliever Better Than Having No Shot
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Sports
Steven Register, who led the minor leagues in saves last season, joined the Mets in by way of the Rule 5 draft, meaning he must make the 25-man roster or be offered back to the Rockies.
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2008-02-20 08:54:29
Steven Register, who led the minor leagues in saves last season, joined the Mets in by way of the Rule 5 draft, meaning he must make the 25-man roster or be offered back to the Rockies.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/othersports/20fishing.html?ex=1361250000&en=f5e9432c14202f35&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Angler Who Can Make His Line Dance, Too
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Sports
Skeet Reese, a former nightclub dancer, was audacious long before he became 2007 Angler of the Year on the Bassmasters Tour and set himself as the standard in the sport.
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2008-02-20 08:39:14
Skeet Reese, a former nightclub dancer, was audacious long before he became 2007 Angler of the Year on the Bassmasters Tour and set himself as the standard in the sport.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/football/20nfl.html?ex=1361250000&en=130af908e049e4c6&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Ex-Patriots Employee Key Factor in Spy Case
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Sports
Deciphering the depth and breadth of the New England Patriots’ electronic taping habits still largely rests with a former video assistant being prodded to talk from several angles.
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2008-02-20 07:13:29
Deciphering the depth and breadth of the New England Patriots’ electronic taping habits still largely rests with a former video assistant being prodded to talk from several angles.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/ncaabasketball/20rutgers.html?ex=1361250000&en=781287448aaface0&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
No. 5 Rutgers Struggles Early, but Finishes Strong
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Matee Ajavon powered Rutgers with 15 points and 7 assists in their hard-earned triumph over No. 14 Notre Dame, which had won its previous five games.
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2008-02-20 07:06:42
Matee Ajavon powered Rutgers with 15 points and 7 assists in their hard-earned triumph over No. 14 Notre Dame, which had won its previous five games.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/sports/AP-HKN-Rangers-Canadiens.html?ex=1361250000&en=5594f9f922da2111&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Rangers Watch as 5-0 Lead Turns Into Defeat
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Michael Ryder and Alex Kovalev each scored twice as the Montreal Canadiens staged the biggest comeback in their history, rallying from five goals down to beat the Rangers Tuesday night.
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2008-02-20 07:06:09
Michael Ryder and Alex Kovalev each scored twice as the Montreal Canadiens staged the biggest comeback in their history, rallying from five goals down to beat the Rangers Tuesday night.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/golf/20golf.html?ex=1361250000&en=4e497a522191426c&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Match-Play Event Brings Risks for Top 4 in Ranking
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For the first time this year, Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Steve Stricker and Ernie Els are playing at the same time — but all could be gone after one round.
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2008-02-20 08:36:35
For the first time this year, Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Steve Stricker and Ernie Els are playing at the same time — but all could be gone after one round.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/othersports/20cycling.html?ex=1361250000&en=bd7e01d3be827d06&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Heading for the Hills Ahead of the Field
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After two days of sprint finishes by a largely intact peloton, the Tour of California will receive a sharp jolt Wednesday, when the route includes two significant climbs.
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2008-02-20 08:15:06
After two days of sprint finishes by a largely intact peloton, the Tour of California will receive a sharp jolt Wednesday, when the route includes two significant climbs.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/20prepdeath.html?ex=1361250000&en=23a5d9febdca2b99&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
High School Star Guard Dies in Playoff Game
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Shannon Veal, the star point guard for Glen Oaks High School, collapsed and died during a game on Monday night. She was 17.
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2008-02-20 08:32:48
Shannon Veal, the star point guard for Glen Oaks High School, collapsed and died during a game on Monday night. She was 17.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20nba.html?ex=1361250000&en=e0efa78aca240d1c&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Triple-Double From James Can’t Cool Red-Hot Rockets
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Rafer Alston scored 22 points, Yao Ming added 16 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets tied a team record Tuesday night with their ninth road victory in a row, 93-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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2008-02-20 06:49:34
Rafer Alston scored 22 points, Yao Ming added 16 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets tied a team record Tuesday night with their ninth road victory in a row, 93-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20nets.html?ex=1361250000&en=b043d884c775d6f1&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Kidd Really Is Traded to Dallas This Time
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Jason Kidd is headed from the Nets to the Dallas Mavericks after some creative deal-making was required to complete the multi-player deal.
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2008-02-20 07:37:08
Jason Kidd is headed from the Nets to the Dallas Mavericks after some creative deal-making was required to complete the multi-player deal.
8Sports
Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20suns.html?ex=1361250000&en=77f556861eb4a295&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
O’Neal Brings Hope and Disquiet to the Valley of the Sun
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The Phoenix Suns plumped up their middle by adding center Shaquille O’Neal, to the mortification of many denizens of Phoenix who pride themselves on not being superficial.
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2008-02-20 08:26:31
The Phoenix Suns plumped up their middle by adding center Shaquille O’Neal, to the mortification of many denizens of Phoenix who pride themselves on not being superficial.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20knicks.html?ex=1361250000&en=6ea24eb993ff26f4&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Well-Rested Knicks Show Some Fight in Overtime
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On Tuesday night, the Knicks seemed rested and energized, going on a 19-1 run spanning the fourth quarter and overtime in beating the Wizards.
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2008-02-20 07:12:48
On Tuesday night, the Knicks seemed rested and energized, going on a 19-1 run spanning the fourth quarter and overtime in beating the Wizards.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/baseball/20wilpon.html?ex=1361250000&en=2acf973fcfc9965d&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Owner Confident This Year Could Be Mets’ Year at Last
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The Mets’ stunning collapse last season, combined with its acquisition of Johan Santana, prompted owner Fred Wilpon to issue his boldest spring declaration in recent years.
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2008-02-20 07:11:01
The Mets’ stunning collapse last season, combined with its acquisition of Johan Santana, prompted owner Fred Wilpon to issue his boldest spring declaration in recent years.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/baseball/20pins.html?ex=1361250000&en=dff55f89e61acc68&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Girardi Hopes He’s Seen as Prepared and Caring
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Having forgotten what other managers sound like, some longtime Yankees are anticipating what Joe Girardi will say when he holds his first team-wide clubhouse meeting Wednesday morning.
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2008-02-20 07:50:57
Having forgotten what other managers sound like, some longtime Yankees are anticipating what Joe Girardi will say when he holds his first team-wide clubhouse meeting Wednesday morning.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/baseball/20base.html?ex=1361250000&en=b5590d3c58cf4468&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Questions of Steroids Follow Tejada
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Miguel Tejada refused to answer any of the questions about the Mitchell report, preferring to discuss baseball and his fresh start with the Houston Astros.
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2008-02-20 08:29:12
Miguel Tejada refused to answer any of the questions about the Mitchell report, preferring to discuss baseball and his fresh start with the Houston Astros.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/ncaabasketball/20hoops.html?ex=1361250000&en=27a27d3d6196e59a&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
After Trailing Late by 13, UConn Rallies Past DePaul
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Hasheem Thabeet had 16 points, 13 rebounds and 8 blocked shots and No. 13 Connecticut rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat DePaul, 65-60, Tuesday night.
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2008-02-20 08:18:39
Hasheem Thabeet had 16 points, 13 rebounds and 8 blocked shots and No. 13 Connecticut rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat DePaul, 65-60, Tuesday night.
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Boston Globe sports
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/20/sports/basketball/20rhoden.html?ex=1361250000&en=8f0112bb4a310e4e&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss
Abandoning Ship Is the Way Out for Captain Kidd
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Even in this transient sports environment, it’s hard to believe that Jason Kidd, the player who gave the Nets their long-sought-after identity, is gone.
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2008-02-20 08:09:57
Even in this transient sports environment, it’s hard to believe that Jason Kidd, the player who gave the Nets their long-sought-after identity, is gone.
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The Washington Post sports
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902548.html?nav=rss_sports
NBA Trade Deadline Could Be a Big Deal
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With the NBA trade deadline looming, teams will be hard-pressed to top what already has been accomplished over the past few weeks.
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2008-02-20 08:40:45
With the NBA trade deadline looming, teams will be hard-pressed to top what already has been accomplished over the past few weeks.
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The Washington Post sports
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902821.html?nav=rss_sports
Suns' O'Neal Says He's Ready to Run
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Shaquille O'Neal says he is ready to run with the Suns after going through his final workout before making his debut for Phoenix.<br clear="all"><a href="http://ad.doubleclick.net/jump/wpni.rss/sports;pos=ad9;tile=9;ad=rss;sz=479x40;ord=820121830810" target="_blank"><img src="http://ad.doubleclick.net/ad/wpni.rss/sports;pos=ad9;tile=9;ad=rss;sz=479x40;ord=820121830810" border="0" vspace="5"></a>
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2008-02-20 07:36:23
Shaquille O'Neal says he is ready to run with the Suns after going through his final workout before making his debut for Phoenix.
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The Washington Post sports
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902583.html?nav=rss_sports
Lefty Pérez Signs for a Shot at Rotation
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The Nationals add some depth to their starting rotation Tuesday by signing veteran southpaw Odalis Pérez to a non-guaranteed minor league contract.
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2008-02-20 09:05:43
The Nationals add some depth to their starting rotation Tuesday by signing veteran southpaw Odalis Pérez to a non-guaranteed minor league contract.
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The Washington Post sports
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902746.html?nav=rss_sports
Roberts Is Open to Trade, But Making No Demands
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Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts says that he would welcome a move to a contending team but he is not asking to be traded.
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2008-02-20 07:52:41
Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts says that he would welcome a move to a contending team but he is not asking to be traded.
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The Washington Post sports
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/19/AR2008021902814.html?nav=rss_sports
Magic Snap Pistons' 10-Game Win Streak
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Rashard Lewis scores 20 points as the Orlando Magic end the Detroit Pistons' 10-game winning streak with a 103-85 win Tuesday.
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2008-02-20 08:26:09
Rashard Lewis scores 20 points as the Orlando Magic end the Detroit Pistons' 10-game winning streak with a 103-85 win Tuesday.
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MIT Tech
http://www.pheedo.com/click.phdo?i=66619f9cd31ae26862bc079e5dd544e6
Clothes That Clean Themselves
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Software and Developement
Australian researchers are developing a process that could lead to self-cleaning wool sweaters and silk ties.<br style="clear: both;"/> <img alt="" style="border: 0; height:1px; width:1px;" border="0" src="http://www.pheedo.com/img.phdo?i=66619f9cd31ae26862bc079e5dd544e6" height="1" width="1"/> <img src="http://www.pheedo.com/feeds/tracker.php?i=66619f9cd31ae26862bc079e5dd544e6" style="display: none;" border="0" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
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2008-02-20 07:23:19
Australian researchers are developing a process that could lead to self-cleaning wool sweaters and silk ties.
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BBC Europe
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/europe/7254121.stm
Clear lead for PM in Armenia poll
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Europe
Prime Minister Serge Sarkisian has a clear lead in Armenia's presidential poll, but his rival cries foul.
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2008-02-20 09:07:13
Prime Minister Serge Sarkisian has a clear lead in Armenia's presidential poll, but his rival cries foul.
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BBC UK
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/1/hi/england/london/7253896.stm
Murder inquiry after youth killed
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Europe
A police inquiry begins after a 16-year-old boy becomes the fifth teenager to be murdered in London this year.
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2008-02-20 08:53:12
A police inquiry begins after a 16-year-old boy becomes the fifth teenager to be murdered in London this year.
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Time Top News
http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/time/topstories/~3/237989997/0,8599,1714728,00.html
The Dems Move on to Texas and Ohio
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After a resounding victory in Wisconsin, Obama hopes to keep his momentum, and Clinton needs to stop it, in two crucial states on March 4<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/time/topstories/~4/237989997" height="1" width="1"/>
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2008-02-20 07:25:17
After a resounding victory in Wisconsin, Obama hopes to keep his momentum, and Clinton needs to stop it, in two crucial states on March 4
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