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Most popular news on 8 September 2009 |
Giant statues reveal red hat secrets: study
AFP - British archaeologists said Monday they believe they have solved the ancient mystery of how the giant stone statues on Easter Island acquired distinctive red hats.
Obama exhorts kids to pay attention in school
AP - In a speech that drew fire even before he delivered it, President Barack Obama is telling the nation's schoolchildren he "expects great things from each of you."
Southwest flight makes emergency landing in Tampa
AP - An airline spokesman says an indicator light that warned of possible smoke aboard a Southwest Airlines flight forced the pilot to make an emergency landing in Tampa, Fla.
Milwaukee man arrested in connection to 9 killings
AP - A Milwaukee man whose DNA authorities say linked him to the slayings of nine women since 1986 has been charged with two counts of homicide, with more charges expected later this week, police and prosecutors said Monday.
UK court convicts 3 of plot to blow up airliners
AP - Three British Muslims were convicted Monday of plotting to murder thousands by downing at least seven airliners bound for the U.S. and Canada in what was intended as the largest terrorist attack since Sept. 11.
Mark McEwen loses medical negligence lawsuit
AP - Former CBS "Early Show" personality Mark McEwen is moving on with his life after a massive stroke nearly four years ago that abruptly ended his TV career. He's written a book about his experiences and is trying to raise awareness about stroke warning signs and recovery.
NY man's next blood donation will be gallon No. 40
AP - A New York man is donating his 320th pint of blood this week, making him one of two people in the U.S. who has given 40 gallons.
Shock and caw: Pesky starlings still overwhelm
AP - The next time the sky darkens with a flock of noisy unwelcome starlings, blame Shakespeare — or, better yet, a few of his strangest fans.
Obama says "time to act" for healthcare reform
Reuters - U.S. President Barack Obama insisted on Monday "it's time to act" for healthcare reform as he geared up for a major address to Congress this week aimed at getting his top domestic policy priority back on track.
Gold futures hit $1,000
Reuters - Asian shares touched their highest level in a year on Tuesday, while gold futures hit $1,000 an ounce for the first time in six months on investor concerns about the sustainability of the global economic recovery.
Sudanese woman fined for wearing trousers
Reuters - A Sudanese woman was found guilty of indecency and fined on Monday for wearing trousers in a case that has attracted worldwide attention, but she will be spared lashes, an official who attended the trial said.
Iran rules out talks on its nuclear "rights"
Reuters - Iran's president snubbed on Monday U.S. President Barack Obama's end-September deadline to talk to world powers on its disputed nuclear program, saying in his opinion discussion on the issue is "finished."
Obama thanks labor for hard-won rights at work
AP - President Barack Obama declared Monday that modern benefits like paid leave, minimum wage and Social Security "all bear the union label," as he appealed to organized labor to help him win the health care fight in Congress.
Deadly LA-area arson fire active on remote flank
AP - Just as firefighters were intensifying their efforts Monday to contain the flames menacing the foothill neighborhoods of the San Gabriel Valley, another part of the deadly fire in the Angeles National Forest flared up.
Nearly $60.5M raised in MDA Telethon
AP - Despite the tough economy, officials with the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon say contributions and pledges from this year's Labor Day event totaled nearly $60.5 million.
'Final Destination' keeps fans coming with $15.4M
AP - Movie audiences are continuing to visit "The Final Destination" as the fright flick took in $15.4 million over the four-day Labor Day weekend to remain the No. 1 box-office draw, according to studio estimates Monday.
Former Rep. Joseph Kennedy nixes Senate campaign
AP - Former Rep. Joseph P. Kennedy II, the eldest son of Robert F. Kennedy, announced Monday he would not run for the U.S. Senate seat held for nearly 50 years by his late uncle, Edward M. Kennedy. The decision was certain to widen the race for the Democratic nomination.
Chargers LB says he didn't harm reality TV star
AP - San Diego Chargers star outside linebacker Shawne Merriman said he did not harm reality TV star Tila Tequila at his home early Sunday and added he was concerned for her safety because she appeared to be intoxicated.
Damon turns corporate whistleblower in dark comedy
Reuters - Matt Damon stars as a whistleblower at a big U.S. agri-business company in "The Informant!," a black comedy based on a true story which had the audience laughing out loud at the Venice film festival.
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