Castro says Cuban system to stay

" Cuban President Raul Castro says he is willing to enter into dialogue with the US but the island's communist system remains non-negotiable. Mr Castro said he wanted to respond to recent overtures by Washington....

Us Troops to Stay in Iraqi Cities After Summer

It is clear that the US pull out from Iraq will not happen in 2009 as presidentelect Obama once promised.  It is likely some troops will still be in Iraqduring the next election and this could be an election...

Jay Leno to prime time: Why NBC is doing it

"Everyone knew the face of late-night TV would change when Jay Leno left The ­Tonight Show, but prime time as well? On Dec. 9, NBC announced that the reigning king of late night will stay put at the network by...

Employers cut 533K jobs in Nov., most in 34 years

"Employers cut 533K jobs in Nov., most in 34 years Dec 5, 2008 Economy Dec 5, 3:22 PM (ET) By JEANNINE AVERSA WASHINGTON (AP) - Skittish employers slashed 533,000 jobs in November, the most in 34 years,...

Pervez Musharraf says he’s not entering politics

"Former president Gen (retd) Pervez Musharraf has said he has no intention of entering politics. Gen Musharraf has been leading a quiet life since he resigned in August.“Whosoever is attributing such information to me is absolutely wrong. I have not talked to anybody...

India v Australia, 3rd Test: Match ends in draw

"The third test between India and Australia at Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi ended in a draw as the two sides decided that a result was not probable early in the afternoon session. Scorecard - India vs Australia - 3rd Test Earlier in the day, Gambhir and Dravid started their...

Fat boy executed

Good riddens"WASHINGTON (CNN) -- An Ohio death row inmate was executed Tuesday after the Supreme Court rejected his last-minute plea that he was too overweight to be put to death. ...

British troops 'should go home'

The prime minister of Iraq has said that British troops should withdraw from Southern Iraq because they are no longer needed there, according to reports today."British troops should leave Iraq because they are no longer needed to maintain security, Iraq's prime minister has...

Poll on the economy: Americans gloomier, for now

"As people on Wall Street and Main Street hold their breath to see if a federal bailout of the nation's financial institutions will work, Americans are starting to speak — not whisper — the word "depression." In a sign that anxiety is growing, 33% of 1,011 adults surveyed...

10 South African Ministers Resign Along With Mbeki

Ten South African ministers, as well as the deputy president have resigned. The resignations follow as President Thabo Mbeki prepares to leave office. Three deputy ministers have also tendered resignations, after...

Leading American Insurer AIG close to bankruptcy

Leading American Insurance company  American International Group Inc. is in the bad shape and likely to file for bankruptcy. However they have been allowed to use $20 billion of assets held by its...

Sarah Palin: Internet Sensation

"The internet is buzzing with news about John McCain’s VP pick, Sarah Palin. Bloggers are struggling to figure out who the Alaskan governor really is. Twitter user Eamon 1916 claims that, “Sarah Palin...

Deccan Chargers to make wholesale changes

"Deccan Chargers are making significant changes to their top management in an effort to reverse their fortunes. The most expensive team in the IPL finished last in the eight team competition. Shishir Hattangadi, the head of cricket, and manager Vijay Mohan Raj won’t be...

I would have quit had I won: Akhil

Losing quarter finalist in the Beijing Olympics Boxing, Akhil Kumar said that he would have quit had he won the gold at Olympics this year. But now that he hasn’t, he is resolved to stay on and fight.Read full article

Russia accused of abusing truce

There is much dispute about this ceace fire agreement, I would love to see a copy of the said agreement its a shame its not been published anywhere. I see at present Russia is being accused of breaking the agreement by all and sundry would it not be strange if they are actual...

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