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Most popular news on 6 August 2009 |
Parole for Manson follower, would-be Ford assassin
AP - The Charles Manson follower convicted of attempting to assassinate President Gerald Ford is set to be released from a federal prison in Texas later this month after serving more than 30 years behind bars.
Senate reaches deal on $2B 'clunkers' refill
AP - The Senate reached a deal on saving the dwindling "cash for clunkers" program late Wednesday, agreeing to vote on a plan that would add $2 billion to the popular rebate program and give car shoppers until Labor Day to trade in their gas-guzzlers for a new ride.
Gunman at Pa. health club was bitter over women
AP - George Sodini seethed with anger and frustration toward women.
Gov't insurance would allow coverage for abortion
AP - Health care legislation before Congress would allow a new government-sponsored insurance plan to cover abortions, a decision that would affect millions of women and recast federal policy on the divisive issue.
Analysis: Obama lets NKorea's Kim save face
AP - The Obama administration let North Korean leader Kim Jong Il save face by releasing two jailed Americans to former President Bill Clinton. The payoff — maybe not right away — is likely to be renewed dialogue with Pyongyang about its nuclear weapons program.
Middle-income family spends $221,000 to raise baby
AP - It's no secret that raising children can be expensive, but how about nearly a quarter of a million dollars expensive?
Ark. crowd mocks lawmakers over Obama health plan
AP - An unruly Little Rock crowd heckled and shouted at two Arkansas Democratic congressmen Wednesday, accusing them of supporting a government-backed health plan that would take away Americans' personal choice and freedom.
'At the Movies' co-host turnover is announced
AP - Cue the closing credits for "At the Movies" co-hosts Ben Lyons and Ben Mankiewicz, who've endured a year of caustic reviews for their performance as film critics.
'On the Waterfront' screenwriter dies in NY at 95
AP - Budd Schulberg, the son of a studio boss who defined the Hollywood hustle with his novel "What Makes Sammy Run?" and later proved himself a player with his Oscar-winning screenplay for "On the Waterfront," died Wednesday at age 95.
Woman who tried to kill Ford to be released August 16
Reuters - The woman who tried to assassinate President Gerald Ford is expected to be released from prison on August 16 after serving her sentence, a U.S. Justice Department official said on Wednesday.
Hurricane Felicia intensifies over Pacific
AP - Hurricane Felicia is continuing to gain strength far out in the Pacific.
Psychologists repudiate gay-to-straight therapy
AP - The American Psychological Association declared Wednesday that mental health professionals should not tell gay clients they can become straight through therapy or other treatments.
Judge delays sentencing of singer Chris Brown
AP - A judge has delayed sentencing R&B singer Chris Brown on an assault charge to seek more input from Virginia authorities about whether Brown could do community labor in that state.
Sotomayor picks up more GOP support with vote near
AP - Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor won more GOP support in her drive toward near-certain Senate confirmation Thursday as the first Hispanic justice, even as a growing chorus of Republicans called her unfit for the bench.
Giants lock up Eli Manning with $97 million deal
AP - The Giants don't think being the highest paid player in the NFL will change Eli Manning.
Russia's Obama: No, he can't, at least not now
AP - An African-born farmer is making an improbable run for office in Russia, inspired by President Barack Obama and undaunted by racial attitudes that have changed little in decades.
Ex-lawmaker Jefferson convicted in bribery scheme
Reuters - Former U.S. Congressman William Jefferson, who was caught with $90,000 in cash in his freezer, was convicted on Wednesday on multiple charges of bribery and money laundering.
Analysis: Kim's choice after high-profile meeting
AP - Kim Jong Il's smile said it all.
Freed from North Korea, U.S. journalists return home
Reuters - Two American journalists freed by North Korea tearfully reunited with their families in the United States on Wednesday while Washington tried to play down talk of a breakthrough with Pyongyang.
Miss. festival pays tribute to Sam Cooke
AP - More than 40 years after his tragic, violent death, Sam Cooke is still known as the legendary soul and gospel singer who penned "A Change is Gonna Come," which found a new audience with the election of America's first black president.
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